The Rohde & Schwarz ZVA24 is a vector network analyzer operating from 10 MHz to 24 GHz, designed for S-parameter measurement and characterization of RF and microwave components. Available in 2- and 4-port configurations, it delivers dynamic range exceeding 140 dB and measurement speed under 3.5 µs per test point. The instrument performs vector and scalar network analysis, linear and nonlinear amplifier measurements, mixer characterization, noise figure assessment, and pulse profile analysis with 12.5 ns resolution. True differential measurement capability enables reliable characterization of active devices with balanced ports. Frequency resolution reaches 1 Hz with measurement bandwidth from 1 Hz to 1 MHz, supporting up to 60,001 test points. Output power spans -30 dBm to +13 dBm up to 12 GHz with maximum output of 18 dBm. Input noise floor reaches -115 dBm up to 13 GHz. The analyzer includes versatile calibration techniques—TOSM, TRL/LRL, TOM, TRM, TNA, UOSM—with automatic calibration units completing four-port calibration across 201 test points in under 30 seconds. Equipped with 3.5 mm male connectors, 50Ω impedance, and communication via GPIB, LAN, and USB interfaces. USB ports support direct connection of R&S NRP power sensors for integrated measurement workflows.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 24 GHz
• Port configurations: 2- or 4-port
• Dynamic range: typically > 140 dB; up to 135 dB base; up to 150 dB at 1 Hz IF bandwidth with external directional couplers
• Measurement speed: < 3.5 µs per test point; 200-point frequency sweep in 15 dBm; -30 dBm to +13 dBm (to 12 GHz); maximum 18 dBm
• Input noise level: -115 dBm (to 13 GHz)
• Connector: 3.5 mm male, 50Ω impedance
– Key Features
• S-parameter magnitude and phase measurements
• Linear and nonlinear amplifier and mixer measurements
• Noise figure characterization
• Pulse profile measurement with 12.5 ns resolution
• True differential measurements for balanced-port devices
• Phase and group delay on mixers with/without LO access
• Intermodulation product and conversion loss measurements
• Pulsed measurements with IF bandwidths to 30 MHz
• Scalar network analysis and power measurement
• Calibration manager with selective step definition and kit configuration
– Typical Applications
• Component characterization in RF and microwave design
• Amplifier and mixer validation
• Noise figure assessment in active circuits
• Pulsed device measurements
• Production and laboratory test environments
– Compatibility & Integration
• GPIB, LAN, USB communication interfaces
• Direct USB connection for R&S NRP power sensors
