The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 6204A is a 46 GHz microwave test set that combines signal generation, power measurement, and frequency analysis in a single portable instrument. It delivers calibrated power measurements, real-time fault location on transmission lines, and scalar network analysis across the 10 MHz to 46 GHz band. The integrated synthesized signal source operates as a CW generator or sweep instrument, while dedicated power meter and frequency counter channels handle independent measurement tasks with high accuracy and resolution.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage
• Measurement range: 10 MHz to 46 GHz
• Signal source: 10 MHz to 46 GHz with 1 Hz resolution
• Power meter sensor range: 30 kHz to 46 GHz (sensor dependent)
Power Measurement
• Dynamic range: −65 dBm to +44 dBm (sensor dependent)
• Calibrated accuracy: ±1 dB typical, ±0.5 dB (standard and Option 002)
• Levelled power output: −80 dBm (Option 001) or −100 dBm (Option 009); −90 dBm achievable with step attenuator; maximum guaranteed +7 dBm
• Compatible sensors: 6910, 6920, 6930, 6930 opt. 2
Frequency Counter
• Range: 10 MHz to 46 GHz
• Sensitivity: −20 dBm (10 MHz–26.5 GHz), −15 dBm (26.5–40 GHz), −10 dBm (40–46 GHz)
• Resolution: 1 Hz to 1 MHz selectable
• Accuracy: ±0.01 MHz at 50 MHz
Voltmeter
• Range: 0–10 VDC
• Accuracy: 2.5%
• Resolution: 10 mV
Connectors & I/O
• RF input: 2.92 mm Female, 50 Ohm
• Rear panel BNC inputs/outputs: Detector signal input, analog power meter output (0 to ±1 V), voltage proportional to measured power (0 to 5 V)
• Optional RF output: 3.5 mm and N-type
– Key Features
• Fault location with 0.1% accuracy; return loss and VSWR measurement to distance on coaxial and waveguide lines
• Time-domain transformation of frequency measurements
• Scalar network analysis capability
• 3.5-inch disk drive for data storage
• Multiple frequency band variants: 2 GHz, 8 GHz, 20 GHz, 26.5 GHz, 46 GHz
– Typical Applications
• Microwave component and system calibration
• Field and laboratory RF testing
• Transmission line fault diagnosis
• Device performance characterization across frequency and time domains
