
Cable and Antenna Test Mode
R&S
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Cable Rider ZPH
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User Manual 1321.0950.02 ─ 03
1. Press the MEAS key.
2. Select the "Cable Loss" softkey.
The R&S Cable Rider ZPH displays a submenu to select measurement format.
3. Select "Normal" or "(Short + Open) / 2" menu item.
The R&S Cable Rider ZPH evaluates the cable loss over its entire frequency
range.
shows the typical results of a cable loss measurement with a steadily declin-
ing loss in amplitude.
Figure 7-6: 1-port cable loss measurement
7.1.4 Smith Chart
The smith chart is a circular diagram that primarily shows the impedance or reflection
characteristics of a DUT.
1. Press the MEAS key.
2. Select the "Smith" softkey.
The R&S Cable Rider ZPH shows the reflection of the DUT in smith chart.
Performing Cable and Antenna Measurements