R&S®ZNA Vector network analyzers

R&S®ZNA Vector network analyzers
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R&S®ZNA Vector network analyzers
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R&S®ZNA Vector network analyzers
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Key facts

  • 10 MHz to 26.5/43.5/50/67 GHz (R&S®ZNA26/43/50/67) 10 MHz to 110 GHz (R&S®ZNA67EXT)
  • Two or four port models available
  • Excellent RF-performance
  • Up to four integrated sources
  • Unique and intuitive touch-only operation

Masters the most challenging measurement tasks

The R&S®ZNA vector network analyzers are the high-end series in the Rohde & Schwarz VNA portfolio: excellent RF-performance is combined with a wide range of software features and a unique hardware concept. The touch-only operation together with the DUT-centric approach makes the R&S®ZNA a powerful, universal and compact measurement system for characterizing passive and active devices.

Features & benefits

Excellent RF-performance

High performance and fast speed for advanced measurement tasks

  • Precise measurements on active and passive components
  • Wide dynamic range to characterize even high-blocking devices under test
  • Excellent stability, low trace noise and outstanding raw system data for high reliability
  • High accuracy suitable also for metrology applications
  • Wide power sweep range

R&S®ZNA43 with four ports and direct channel access
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R&S®ZNA43 with four ports and direct channel access

Versatile hardware options

Powerful and universal measurement system

  • Optional direct channel access for wide dynamic range, external test setups and system integration
  • Up to four internal phase-coherent sources for high flexibility and short sweep times
  • Up to two internal receiver LOs for fast mixer measurements with low trace noise
  • Up to eight independent receivers for reliable multi-channel phase measurements
  • Up to four internal pulse modulators and pulse generators
  • Optional source and receiver step attenuators for expanding the usable power range

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Wide range of software options

Challenging measurements configured intuitively

  • Time domain analysis and extended features such as eye diagrams for signal integrity
  • Scalar mixer measurements and frequency converting measurements
  • Vector mixer measurements for advanced mixer measurements
  • Frequency converting measurements on mixers/converters without LO access
  • Spectrum analysis mode for an extensive analysis of the device under test
  • Real-time measurement uncertainty calculation plus verification measurement (METAS VNA Tools)

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Unique operational concept

Intuitive touch-based operation with sophisticated user interface

  • Two independent touchscreens for convenient operation
  • Display of user-selected content (e.g. SCPI commands) on smaller screen possible
  • Efficient operation with multi-touch gestures
  • Free drag-and-drop configuration of channels and diagrams
  • DUT-centric approach adapts to user requirements and optimizes settings
  • Extensive evaluation features for detailed analysis of measurement traces

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Extension units

Advanced measurement capabilities

Frequency extension up to 1.1 THz with the R&S®ZVA-Z and R&S®ZC converter families.

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Accessories for a complete solution

Different accessories for calibration, verification and measurements

  • Mechanical calibration and verification kits
  • Automatic calibration units
  • Inline calibration units for in-situ refresh of calibration data
  • Test cables
  • Torque wrenches
  • Support of R&S®NRP power sensor family

Automatic calibration unit, power sensor and calibration mixer.
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Automatic calibration unit, power sensor and calibration mixer.

Available models

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Application videos

Accurate & fast 3D antenna radiation pattern characterization

Learn how the R&S®ATS1800C OTA chamber, R&S®ZNA vector network analyzer and R&S®AMS32 antenna measurement software enable fast 3D antenna radiation pattern characterization.

16-Mar-2026

Making pulsed measurements with a vector network analyzer - chapter 1

In this video we Introduce the basics of an RF pulse, some of the parameters associated around the pulse and how it looks in the frequency domain.

10-Aug-2022

Making pulsed measurements with a vector network analyzer - chapter 2

In this video we introduce the concept behind making pulse measurements using the average (or narrow band) pulse technique and it’s limitations with respect to the duty cycle.

09-Aug-2022

Making pulsed measurements with a vector network analyzer - chapter 3

In this video we see how the Point-in-pulse (or wideband) measurement technique overcomes the limitations of the average technique and consider some of the hardware requirements to perform the measurement successfully.

08-Aug-2022

Making pulsed measurements with a vector network analyzer - chapter 4

In this final video we look at a special mode of measurements where the ZNA network analyzer can be used to analyze the pulse in time to study in much higher resolution what is happening during the “on time” of the RF pulse.

07-Aug-2022

Vector receiver load-pull measurements

The combination of Maury Microwave Tuners plus IV CAD software together with the R&S®ZNA vector network analyzer makes vector receiver load-pull measurements easy.

20-Jan-2021

#ThinkSix – OTA measurements for sub-THz communication in D-band

This video demonstrates the R&S®ATS1000 antenna test system from Rohde & Schwarz, now supporting frequencies up to 170 GHz.

10-Nov-2020

Understanding VNA Calibration Basics

This video provides a general introduction to the calibration of vector network analyzers (VNAs), including the most common error sources, calibration standards, and calibration methods.

02-Apr-2020

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Enhance frequency translating measurements

Overcome phase uncertainty for different measurement frequencies in mixer or upconverter and downconverter validation for reliable group delay measurements.

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Validating RF frontends for satellite links

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Product videos

ZNA-K50 Real Time S-Parameter Measurement Uncertainty

Short summary of how the R&S®ZNA using the power of VNA Tools by METAS, the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology, can help benefit engineers to make traceable S-parameter measurements.

10-Nov-2022

Demonstration of ZNA-K50 Real Time Uncertainty Calculation

Practical steps that engineers must perform to calibrate and run a verification test on the R&S®ZNA, measure traceable S-parameters on a device under test (DUT) and include traceable measurement uncertainties along with the S-parameters.

10-Nov-2022

De-embedding and measuring a PCIe5 connector with R&S®VNA

By reference to settings and measurements with a vector network analyzer R&S®ZNA we are demonstrating the de-embedding process of a PCIe5 connector integrated in a test fixture.

27-Mar-2022

Integrated Deembedding Software

For maximum accuracy in characterizing various components with fixtures, the R&S®ZNB has several industry standard de-embedding tools integrated in the R&S®ZNB Firmware

07-May-2021

Understanding VNA Calibration Basics

This video provides a general introduction to the calibration of vector network analyzers (VNAs), including the most common error sources, calibration standards, and calibration methods.

02-Apr-2020

Understanding S Parameters

Radio frequency networks are characterized using S (scattering) parameters, and this video provides an easy introduction to S parameters and how they are used to quantify impedance matching and power transfer in radio frequency networks.

18-Oct-2019

Understanding the Smith Chart

The Smith chart is one of the most important tools in understanding RF impedance and matching networks. This brief tutorial explains what the Smith chart is and how it can be used to represent complex impedances.

18-Oct-2019

Understanding VSWR and Return Loss

This video provides a basic introduction to voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) and return loss, and explains how these measurements are used in radio frequency applications.

18-Oct-2019

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