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Network analysis and more
S-parameter measurements are the most common measurement parameters for network
analysis. However, if you only need to measure transmission or reflection characteristics, you
might consider a network analyzer with a T/R test set to help manage costs. In some cases, you
might want to make additional types of measurements like absolute power, spectrum, imped-
ance, time-domain and pulsed-RF. Time-domain and pulsed-RF measurements are often used
for R&D activities to evaluate filters or high-power devices, respectively. Agilent’s network
analyzers offer a wide range of capabilities – providing you with convenient and cost-
effective solutions tailored to your measurement needs. Nonlinear component analysis
and X-parameters, in conjunction with ADS design and simulation tools, minimize design
iterations, speed simulation and deterministically model the nonlinear behavior of active
components.
Connector types and calibration accuracy
In an actual measurement environment, your devices might not have coaxial connectors,
such as when you perform on-wafer measurements, or your devices might not have
insertable connector types. In either case, it is difficult to perform an accurate calibra-
tion, which will affect measurement accuracy. Agilent network analyzers have various
calibration functions, such as TRL, adapter-removal calibration, unknown thru, and
embedding/de-embedding to ensure measurement accuracy in these types of situations.
TRL enables our network analyzers to perform accurate on-wafer or in-fixture measure-
ments. Adapter-removal calibration, unknown thru, or our electronic calibration (ECal)
modules make it possible to perform calibration for non-insertable coaxial connectors.
Embedding/de-embedding allows for the mathematical removal of fixtures. These
functions will help you produce accurate measurements.
Expanding your system or using
measurement data to write reports
Automation capabilities are critical for making complex component measurements. Internal
and external programming capabilities like Visual Basic and Agilent VEE make it easier to
develop automation programs and even control other instruments as a system.
Another common, time-consuming task for R&D engineers is incorporating analysis data into
simulations and reports. Agilent network analyzers provide linkages to design tools such
as Advanced Design System (ADS), that let you simulate and analyze a system without hard-
ware — saving you valuable time and money. In addition, many of our network analyzers are
compatible with IntuiLink Connectivity Software, which enables you to easily incorporate
measurement results into Microsoft applications.
ADS: www.agilent.com/eesof-eda
VEE: www.agilent.com/find/vee
IntuiLink: www.agilent.com/find/intuilink
ECal: www.agilent.com/find/ecal
NVNA: www.agilent.com/find/NVNA
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