ShockLine MS46524B 4-Port Performance Vector Network Analyzer, 50 kHz to 43.5 GHz

4-port ShockLine performance vector network analyzer in a 3U chassis, available in frequency ranges from 50 kHz up to 43.5 GHz.

Frequency range: 50 kHz to 8.5 GHz
Frequency range: 50 kHz to 20 GHz
Frequency range: 50 kHz to 43.5 GHz
Frequency resolution: 1 Hz

Datasheet

Overview

The Anritsu ShockLine MS46524B is a 4-port performance vector network analyzer (VNA) in a 3U high chassis. It is offered in three frequency ranges from 50 kHz to 43.5 GHz and measures 16 single-ended and mixed-mode S-parameters of passive multiport and differential devices.

Typical applications include characterizing and manufacturing multiport mobile network devices and equipment for 28 GHz and 39 GHz 5G applications, differential cables, high-speed data interconnects and system integration components. The frequency range is set by Option 10, 20 or 43, which cover RF to microwave frequencies.

Option 2 adds differential and mixed-mode real-time bandpass and lowpass time domain functionality. Lowpass time domain provides a TDR-like display that can show real impedance over distance or time. On the 8.5 GHz model, Option 61 adds bias tees so DC power can be supplied to devices during testing.

Software and remote control

The MS46524B uses the same GUI, software, command syntax, drivers and programming environments as the rest of the ShockLine family. It supports SCPI command programming over a LAN interface, and IVI-C drivers support common programming environments. Manual testing through the full graphical user interface requires a user-supplied touchscreen monitor, keyboard and mouse.

Key Features

Specified performance to 43.5 GHz with Extended K ports
Signal integrity testing of passive multiport and differential devices
Wide dynamic range for measuring very low reflection artifacts
Corrected directivity that minimizes measurement uncertainty
SmartCal auto calibration unit reduces calibration and setup time
Time domain with time gating option for TDR-like measurements
LAN interface for remote control
Common GUI and SCPI interface within the ShockLine family
Compact 3U high chassis for efficient use of rack space
Bias tee option for DUTs that need DC biasing
Universal Fixture Extraction (UFX) software option with de-embedding tools for test fixture extraction

Specifications

Frequency

Frequency range MS46524B-010	50 kHz to 8.5 GHz
Frequency range MS46524B-020	50 kHz to 20 GHz
Frequency range MS46524B-043	50 kHz to 43.5 GHz
Frequency resolution	1 Hz
Frequency accuracy	± 0.1 ppm At time of calibration
Frequency stability	± 0.02 ppm/24 hours; ± 0.2 ppm/1 month; ± 1.0 ppm/1 year; ±2.0 ppm/3 years Typical

System Dynamic Range

> 50 MHz to 1.8 GHz	140 dB (144 dB typical) Degraded by 3 dB between ports 1 or 2 and ports 3 or 4 (typical)
> 8 GHz to 8.5 GHz MS46524B-010	120 dB (127 dB typical)
> 12 GHz to 25 GHz MS46524B-020, MS46524B-043	117 dB (122 dB typical)
> 25 GHz to 40 GHz MS46524B-043	119 dB (126 dB typical)
> 40 GHz to 43.5 GHz MS46524B-043	110 dB (120 dB typical)

Source

Output power range, >300 kHz to 6 GHz	–30 to +15 dBm (–30 to +17 dBm typical)
Output power range, > 8.5 GHz to 40 GHz	–30 to +6 dBm (–30 to +9 dBm typical)
Output power range, > 40 GHz to 43.5 GHz MS46524B-043	–30 to +2 dBm (–30 to +4 dBm typical)
Default output power	0 dBm
Power accuracy at 0 dBm, 50 kHz to 8.5 GHz	± 1.5 dB (± 0.5 dB) Source is open loop below 300 kHz, ± 2 dB typical
Power setting resolution	0.01 dB 50 kHz to 43.5 GHz

Measurement

4-port measurements	16 single-ended S-parameters; 16 mixed-mode S-parameters (DD, CC, DC, CD); uses the superposition technique
Domains	Frequency Domain, Time (Distance) Domain (Option 2), Power Domain
Frequency sweep types	Linear, Log, CW, or Segmented
Maximum data points	2 to 20,001 points
IF bandwidth	10, 20, 30, 50, 70, 100, 200, 300, 500, 700 Hz; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 20, 30, 50, 70, 100, 200, 300, 500 kHz
Channels and traces	16 channels, each with up to 16 traces
Markers	12 markers + 1 reference marker per trace
Averaging	maximum number of averages = 4096 Point-by-point or sweep-by-sweep

Uncorrected Port Characteristics

Directivity, 50 kHz to 4 GHz	> 21 dB Typical
Port match, 50 kHz to 4 GHz	> 17 dB Typical; worst of source and load match

Front Panel

Test ports 1 through 4 MS46524B-010	N(f)
Test ports 1 through 4 MS46524B-020	K(m)
Test ports 1 through 4 MS46524B-043	Extended-K(m)
Damage input levels	+27 dBm maximum, 50 VDC maximum
USB ports	Six type A USB 2.0 Ports

Rear Panel and Remote Control

LAN port	Gigabit Ethernet VXI-11 protocol, SCPI commands
USB ports	Four type A USB 3.0 ports
Video output	HDMI and Display Port Touchscreen compatible
10 MHz In / Out	BNC(f)
Bias inputs MS46524B-061	BNC(f) (one input per port); 50 VDC maximum, 0.5 A maximum Only available with Option 10
AC power input	350 VA maximum, 90 to 264 VAC, 47 to 63 Hz Power factor controlled
CPU	Intel Core i5/i7

Mechanical

Dimensions (H x W x D)	152 mm (5.98 in.) x 445 mm (17.52 in.) x 442 mm (17.4 in.) Without rack mount option
Weight MS46524B-010	< 13.6 kg (< 30 lb) Typical weight for a fully-loaded unit
Weight MS46524B-020, MS46524B-043	< 15.9 kg (< 35 lb) Typical weight for a fully-loaded unit

Environmental

Environmental class	MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3
Operating temperature range	0 ºC to 50 ºC
Storage temperature range	–40 ºC to 71 ºC
Maximum relative humidity	95 % RH at 30 ºC, non-condensing
Altitude	4600 meters, operating and non-operating
Warranty	1 year from the date of shipment Instrument and built-in options

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

Differential cables, connectors and PCBs
Automotive RF (FAKRA) connectors
Driver assistance radar
UE micro coaxial RF connectors
UE antennas, switches and diplexers
5G network components
Passive device testing
Electromechanical components
Switches, attenuators and couplers
Filters, isolators and circulators
Radar connectors
Near-field and far-field antenna measurements
System calibration
Differential path-loss characterization
Multi-port S-parameter and time domain measurements
Amplifier characterization
Wireless power transfer KQ product and maximum efficiency
Photo receiver measurements
Laser modulator measurements
Optical transceiver measurements

Included

Power cord
Instructions on where to download software and related literature

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
MS46524B-010	50 kHz to 8.5 GHz, type N(f) ports — Frequency option; one frequency option is required
MS46524B-020	50 kHz to 20 GHz, type K(m) Ruggedized ports — Compatible with 3.5 mm and SMA connectors
MS46524B-043	50 kHz to 43.5 GHz, type Extended-K(m) Ruggedized ports — Compatible with standard K (2.92 mm), 3.5 mm, and SMA connectors
MS46524B-001	Rack Mount — Adds handles and removes feet for shelf-mounting into a 19 inch universal rack
MS46524B-002	Time Domain with Time Gating
MS46524B-024	Universal Fixture Extraction — Listed on the web page as MS46522B-024; the datasheet ordering information lists MS46524B-024
MS46524B-061	Bias Tees (Port 1, 2, 3, and 4) — Only available with Option 10
MS46524B-097	Accredited Calibration, with data
MS46524B-098	Standard Calibration, ISO 17025 compliant, without data
MS46524B-099	Premium Calibration, ISO 17025 compliant, with data