The Rohde & Schwarz ZN-ZE109 is a 2-port calibration unit engineered to establish traceable calibration standards for vector network analyzer measurements from 5 kHz to 9 GHz. This unit automates calibration procedures across multiple VNA ports while maintaining measurement integrity through configurable test ports and intelligent auto-detection via USB connectivity. Lightweight at 0.5 kg and designed for straightforward integration, the ZN-ZE109 supports step-by-step calibration of n-port devices and delivers a favorable price-performance ratio for broadband RF characterization.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 5 kHz to 9 GHz
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Ports: 2, configurable
• Connector Options: N-type (male/female) and 3.5 mm (male/female); each port configurable independently
• Weight: 0.5 kg
• RF Connectors: Two numbered connectors (1 and 2) for analyzer test port connection
– Key Features
• Automatic calibration detection and execution via USB
• Configurable connector types and genders per port
• Auto-identification of connected test cables and port assignments
• Portable form factor supporting field and lab deployment
• Support for multi-port device calibration using 2-port standards
– Typical Applications
• VNA calibration and verification across 5 kHz–9 GHz band
• Transmission and reflection measurement validation
• Multi-port device characterization
• Production and acceptance testing of RF assemblies
– Compatibility & Integration
Direct compatibility with R&S ZND, ZNL, ZNLE, ZNH, ZNA, ZNB, and ZNBT vector network analyzers. USB interface enables plug-and-play operation with automatic instrument recognition and calibration data transfer.
