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ZVL Vector Network Analyzers

Network Analyzer + Spectrum Analyzer + Power Meter = Savings

Rohde & Schwarz introduces the unique ZVL; a 3-in-1 analyzer up to 3 or 6 GHz. The combination of a bi-directional 2-port network analyzer, a fully fledged spectrum analyzer, as well a power meter combines a number of important combinations in one very compact instruments.

Pricing Information (Click for internet special)
  • ZVL3 Vector network analyzer, 2 ports, 9 kHz - 3 GHz: $19,900.00
  • ZVL6 Vector network analyzer, 2 ports, 9 kHz - 6 GHz: $26,450.00
  • ZVL-K1Spectrum analysis function for ZVL3 and ZVL6: $6,900.00   

Network Analyzer


The R&S ® ZVL is a network and a spectrum analyzer in one (FIG 3). This unique combination of full spectrum and network analyzer functionality in a single box “kills two birds with one stone”. You can switch between the network and the spectrum analyzer mode in no time. It is thus possible to analyze the S-parameters of a DUT, e. g. an amplifier, as well as its spectral characteristics without having to reconnect the DUT. Moreover, an R&S ® NRP power sensor can be connected to the USB interface to measure power with high accuracy, e. g. the output power of the amplifier. In production, the instrument can be switched from one mode to the other by remote control.

Network Analyzer Characteristics

  • Frequency range 9 kHz to 3 or 6 GHz
  • Dynamic range: >115 dB (>123 dB typ)
  • Bidirectional test set, measurement of all 4 S-parameters
  • Measurement bandwidths: 10 Hz to 500 kHz
  • Number of measurement points: 2 to 4001
  • Measurement speed @ 100 kHz IF BW and 201 meas. points: <60 ms
  • Trace noise 0.005 dB (rms)
  • Output power range: -50 to 0 dBm, typical values -60 to +10 dBm
  • Receiver step attenuator 0 to 30 dB for measurement on active devices

Spectrum Analyzer


The spectrum analyzer functionality corresponds to that of the R&S ® FSL spectrum analyzer. A variety of functions is available to characterize the DUT. Automatic channel power measurements determine the power within a defined bandwidth. Adjacent-channel power (ACP) measurements are performed for preset channel widths and spacings. For mobile radio measurements, all you have to do is select a radio standard. The instrument then automatically sets the relevant parameters, e. g. channel width and channel spacing. Results are thus obtained extremely fast and easily. On top of this, the gated sweep function makes it possible to analyze the modulation spectrum of burst signals that occur, for example, in GSM systems or WLANs.

Spectrum Analyzer Characteristics (R&S FSL-K1)

  • Frequency range 9 kHz to 3 or 6 GHz
  • Resolution bandwidth: 300 Hz to 10 MHz in 1/3 sequence, zero span additionally 20 MHz, optional 10 Hz to 10 MHz
  • I/Q demodulation bandwidth: 20 MHz
  • SSB Phase noise @ 1 GHz: typical value -103 dBc (1 Hz) at 10 kHz carrier offset
  • Third order intercept (T.O.I): +12 dBm, typical value
  • Displayed average noise level: <-140 dBm (1Hz): with optional preamp: typical value= -163 dBm (1Hz)
  • Level measurement uncertainty: 0.5 dB up to 3 GHz and 0.8 dB from 3 to 6 GHz.
  • Full set of detectors: max peak, min peak, auto peak, sample, rms, quasi peak, average
FIG 3 In a single box: network analyzer …
  … and spectrum analyzer.


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