MS4622A/B/C/D
MS4623A/B/C/D
MS4624A/B/C/D
Vector Network Measurement Systems
10 MHz to 9 GHz
Versatility to Completely Characterize
Wireless Components and Systems
SCORPION®IS A COMPLETE RF MEASUREMENT SOLUTION THAT . . .
Convenient RF Frequency Ranges...
requency Range Model
F
10 MHz - 3 GHz MS4622x
10 MHz - 6 GHz MS4623x
0 MHz - 9 GHz MS4624x
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Performance Highlights...
• Measurement Speed of 150 µsec/point
Dynamic Range of 125 dB
•
• Source Power to +10 dBm
• Receiver Noise as Low as –115 dBm
• S-Parameter Uncertainty < 0.05 dB
Flexible Configurations...
orts Configuration
P
2
3 MS462xB
4
n
MS462xA or MS462xB
MS462xD
MS462xB, MS462xC, or MS462xD
Improved Measurement Accuracy...
• Mixed Mode S-Parameters
• Embedding/De-embedding
• Arbitrary Impedance
Optimized for Your Manufacturing Process...
• AutoCal®Simplifies 2,3 and 4-Port Calibrations
N-type, 3.5 mm, or GPC-7 Connectors
•
• Sequences Automate Repetitive Keystrokes
• Enhanced Markers Simplify Data Collection
Overlay Displays to Customize Data Viewing
•
• External SCSI Interface for Massive Storage
Single Connections to Test Devices Accurately
and Thoroughly...
• S-Parameters, 10 MHz to 9 GHz
• Time Domain, Distance to Fault Testing
• Compression, 20 dB Power Sweeps
• Harmonics, 2
n
d
through 9
t
h
Automatically
• Noise Figure, 50 MHz to 6 GHz
• IMD, 3
t
d
h
h
, 5
, 7
, and 9
t
h
Automatically
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t
• FTGD, Group Delay through Frequency Translation
See the True Performance of Your...
• Antennas, Isolators, Filters, Duplexers, Couplers
• SAW Filters, Baluns
• Amplifiers
• Mixers
• Power Amplifiers
• Tower Mount Amplifiers
• Multiport Components
Fast and Accurate Results While Stretching Your Test Budget!
“The One Analyzer That Does It All”
SCORPION®VECTOR NETWORK MEASUREMENT SYSTEM (VNMS) SOLUTIONS THAT . . .
SAW Filter
Integrated Circuit
Receive (Rx)
Front End Module (FEM)
Diplexer
LNA
Transmit (Tx)
Power Amp
Amp Mixer
Amp Mixer
IF Circuitry
Antenna
Typical Test
Components
Scorpion®Models
Measurements
Transmission/
Reflection
Antenna
Filter
MS462xA MS462xB MS462xB MS462xB
S11, S
21
Measurements
Plus
Fault Location
2-Port VNA
Isolator
Filter
2-Port
S-Parameters
Plus
Embedding/
De-embedding
Arbitrary Impedance
Economy
3-Port VNA
Duplexer
2-Port VNA
Plus
S11, S21, S
Measurements
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3-Port VNA
Duplexer
Circulator
Power Divider
2-Port VNA
S-Parameters
Mixed-Mode
S-Parameters
Handset Block Diagram
Coupler
Plus
3-Port
and
4-Port VNA
SAW Filters,
FEM, Baluns
Multiport
Integrated Circuits
MS462xD
3-Port VNA
Plus
4-Port
S-Parameters
and
Mixed-Mode
S-Parameters
Diagrams are color coded
to table above.
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TEST THE COMPLETE RANGE OF YOUR COMPONENTS AND SYSTEMS
TMA
Diplexer
LNA
Transmit (Tx)
Receive (Rx)
Power Amp
Variable
Amp
Mixer
Mixer
IF Circuitry
IF Circuitry
Antenna
Isolator
Coupler
Amplifier
Low Noise Amplifiers
Medium Gain Amplifiers
Amplifiers plus Filters
3-Port Components, too
MS462xB or MS462xD
S-Parameters
Plus
Compression
Harmonics
Noise Figure
IMD and TOI
nd
Order Intercept
2
Sweep Frequency
Sweep Power
Mixer
Integrated Circuit
Mixer plus Amplifiers
Modules
MS462xB or MS462xD
S-Parameters
Amplifiers Measurements
Plus
Conversion Loss/Gain
Mixer Compression
Mixer Noise Figure
IMD or TOI
Mixer Group Delay
Fixed LO or Fixed IF
Infrastructure Block Diagram
Power
Amplifier
Base Station
Handset
ME7840A
(MS462xC)
S-Parameters
Amplifiers Measurements
Plus
Compression
3rd, 5th, 7th, 9thIMD
Sweep Power
ACPR and PAE
Noise Figure
“Hot S
k-Factor
”
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Multiport and More...
Integrated Components
Tower Mount Amplifiers
Antenna System Control
SAW Filters
Front End Modules
Contact Anritsu
for More Details
Any of the following...
S-Parameters
Balanced/Differential
Embed/De-embed
Amplifier Measurements
Mixer Measurements
Diagrams are color coded
to table above.
THOSE TRULY UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS!
asy-to-Use Calibration Menus
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Scorpion Navigator
The Scorpion Navigator is a Windows®PC software program
that guides you easily through the process of performing your
easurements.
m
Ready-to-Use ActiveX Modules
If you are using PATS or TMATS, take advantage of the
ActiveX component libraries that are a part of the Scorpion PA
and TMA Navigators. The ActiveX modules act as application
rivers allowing you to accelerate your automation
d
evelopment. These components plug into many popular
d
programming environments such as Visual C++
®
Basic
, LabView™ and TestStand.
Choose Measurement
™
Specify Setup Conditions
®
, Visual
See the Measurement
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OFFERS THE MOST TESTING OPTIONS PER CONNECTION!
VNMS Upgradeability Paths
Get the most out of your capital equipment budget by selecting only
the frequency range, number of ports, and options for today’s
requirements. Your investment is safe because you can always
pgrade as your requirements change.
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Satisfy Today’s Requirements and have an Upgrade Path
to Support Tomorrow’s Requirements.
Passive Components
S-Parameters
Mixed-Mode S-Parameters
Embedding/De-embedding
2, 3 and 4-Port Configurations
Amplifiers
AM-PM
Gain Compression
NF
IMD
Harmonics
Swept Power and Frequency
Mixers
Conversion Loss
Isolation
Phase
Group Delay
IF Frequency to 10 kHz
Power Amplifiers
ACPR
IMD
PAE
Hot S
22
Hot K-factor
Swept Power
Swept Frequency
Noise Figure
Multiport and Tower Mounted Amplifiers
S-Parameters
NF
IMD
Harmonics
Swept Power and Frequency
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MEASUREMENT SOLUTIONS FEATURING. . .
The Economy “A” Family Network Analyzers
Transmission/Reflection (T/R) Measurements, 2-Ports
This economical family of network analyzers utilize one-path
two-port configurations to satisfy high volume passive
RF requirements for speed, dynamic range and accuracy.
• Typical Dynamic Range of 125 dB
Fast Measurement Speed of 150 µsec/point
•
• N-Type, 3.5 mm, or GPC-7 Connectors
• Accuracy and Repeatability using AutoCal
The 3658 series AutoCal®modules satisfy demanding
manufacturing requirements for fast, repeatable and
high-quality coaxial S-parameter calibrations up to 9 GHz.
®
The Full-Featured “B” Family
Network Analyzers
S-Parameter Measurements, 2 and 3-Ports
For passive, active, and frequency translating RF components,
these powerful S-parameter configurations offer the
performance, ease-of-use and versatility you demand of a
vector network analyzer.
Easy 2-port calibrations using AutoCal®.
Diplexers and other 3-port devices are easily and accurately
tested using the “B” Family of Scorpion products.
The“D” Family Network Analyzers
Balanced/Differential Measurements, 4-Ports
Introducing the “D” Family of network analyzers that satisfies
both R&D and manufacturing requirements for
balanced/differential measurements.
• True 2, 3, and 4-Port Calibrations
Mixed-Mode S-Parameter
•
• Arbitrary Impedance
• Embedding/De-embedding
• Time Domain Analysis
Accuracy and Repeatability using AutoCal
•
®
The 3658 series 4-Port AutoCa
3, and 4-Port S-parameter calibrations without the
2,
time-consuming opens, shorts, loads, and thru-lines.
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modules enable
®
• True 2 and 3-Port Calibrations
• Mixed-Mode S-Parameters, Arbitrary Impedance
• Embedding/De-embedding
• Source Power Between +7 and –85 dBm
• Typical Receiver Noise of –115 dBm
• N-Type, 3.5 mm, or GPC-7 Connectors
• Time Domain Analysis
• Accuracy and Repeatability using AutoCal
®
The new “D” Family simplifies calibration
for 2, 3, and 4-port measurements with
new 4-Port AutoCal Module.
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PERFORMANCE, VERSATILITY, AND RELIABILITY!
0
.01 GHz 3.0 GHz 6.0 GHz 9.0 GHz
MS4622x
MS4623x
MS4624x
Frequency Range and Test Ports
Get the most out of your capital equipment budget.
Scorpion
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n
Your investment is safe because you can always
upgrade as your requirements change
®
is available in three popular frequency ranges;
ithin each frequency range, you can specify the
umber of ports depending upon your requirements.
.
Three frequency ranges offered; 3 GHz, 6 GHz and 9 GHz.
True 2, 3 and 4-Port Calibrations
True n-port calibration takes into account all load match
terms so you can see the actual performance of your
RF components. Tighten your specifications and maximize
your manufacturing yield with improved measurement
uncertainties from Scorpion’s 12, 24, and 40-term
error models.
Uncertainty increases when pairs of 2-port calibrations are used instead
of a true 4-port calibration. It can exceed 0.5 dB uncertainty.
Accuracy in Terms of Uncertainties
Measurement uncertainties influence many aspects of R&D
and manufacturing processes, especially in light of demanding
ISO requirements. For S-parameters, Scorpion
these uncertainties with superior raw and corrected test port
characteristics. Anritsu’s commitment to accuracy ensures
all your Scorpion measurements will be repeatable, accurate
and stable.
Frequency
(MHz)
10-1000 >46 >44 >46 23 dB 15 dB
1000-3000 >44 >41 >44 23 dB 15 dB
3000-6000 >38 >39 >38 20 dB 15 dB
6000-9000 >37 >36 >37 15 dB 9 dB
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MS462xD models with Noise Figure Options 4F or 4G, degraded below 100 MHz.
Corrected and raw VNA performance specifications that guarantee the highest level of measurement accuracy and calibration stability.
Directivity
(dB)
®
minimizes
Source Match
(dB)
Transmission uncertainty curves show < 0.1 dB uncertainty for critical
passband measurement requirements.
Load Match
(dB)
Directivity
Raw (dB)
Port Match
Raw (dB)
1
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BALANCED SAW FILTER TEST SOLUTIONS THAT ARE . . .
D or C
DUT
DUT
D2 or C2 D1 or C1
A
/D etc.
Balanced/Differential Measurements
Mixed-mode S-parameter measurements are a standard
feature in 3 and 4-port configurations of Scorpion.
Characterizing components with balanced/differential
structures is fast, accurate, and easy-to-use.
• To handle differential impedance, Scorpion includes
arbitrary impedance features.
• To handle test fixtures, Scorpion offers standard
de-embedding features.
• To handle matching simulations, Scorpion introduces
powerful embedding features which include support of
circuit elements and SnP data files.
• Further optional analysis is possible with Time Domain.
Screen examples of Time Domain and Mixed-Mode S-Parameter
functions available on 3 and 4-Port Scorpion models.
Standard and Mixed-Mode S-Parameters:
Connections are straightforward for 3 and 4-port devices.
Once connected, quickly configure displays for both standard
and Mixed-Mode S-parameters.
Ports S-Parameters Mixed-Mode
S
2
11, S12, S21, S22
S
11, S12, S13
S
3
21, S22, S23
S
31, S32, S33
S
11, S12, S13, S14
S
21, S22, S23, S24
4
S
31, S32, S33, S34
S
41, S42, S43, S44
S-parameters selections for 2, 3 and 4-port measurements;
single-ended and mixed-mode.
S
11, S1D, S1C
S
D1, SDD, SDC
S
C1, SCD, SCC
S
D1D1, SD1D2, SD1C1, SD1C2
S
D2D1, SD2D2, SD2C1, SD2C2
S
C1D1, SC1D2, SC1C1, SC1C2
S
C2D1, SC2D2, SC2C1, SC2C2
Connection diagrams for 3 and 4-port testing.
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FAST, ACCURATE, AND EASY TO USE!
2 Port
DUT
ntwk ntwk
3 Port
DUT
ntwk ntwk
4 Port
DUT
ntwk
ntwk
ntwk
ntwk
CC
C
C1
C
C2
L
L
L
LL
Transmission Line
Embedding/De-embedding and Arbitrary Impedance
The Scorpion®incorporates a variety of
standard embedding and de-embedding
functions and some utilities to make these
tasks easier. As shown in these simplified
block diagrams, the Scorpion can
depending upon the configuration) remove
(
the effects of networks (ntwks) or virtually
add in the effects of other networks (e.g.,
matching) for 2, 3, or 4-port devices.
Network elements can consist of
transmission lines, L-C circuit primitives
and SnP data files. Multiple cascading of
network elements is also supported.
Use Embed/De-embed functions to increase accuracy and productivity. Choices include
transmission lines, circuit primitives or SnP data files, which can be easily cascaded.
Real-time Mixed-Mode Measurements
Balanced/Differential Measurements
• Mixed-Mode S-Parameters
• Embedding/De-embedding
• Arbitrary Impedance
Accurate Passband Measurements
Improved Accuracy
Do You Want to Know More?
Contact Anritsu for Three New Scorpion Application Notes:
Three and Four Port S-parameter Measurement, 11410-00279
Embedding/De-embedding, 11410-00278
Arbitrary Impedance, 11410-00284
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AMPLIFIER AND IC TEST SOLUTIONS THAT . . .
A
/D etc.
Amplifiers and Integrated Circuits
ee the true performance of your active components when
S
using Scorpion. The single connection to your component
dramatically simplifies the complexity of routine active
measurements: S-parameters, gain compression, harmonics,
noise figure, and intermodulation distortion. As you might
expect, these VNA-based measurements are fast and
extremely accurate.
Amplifier Parameter MS462xx Measures
-Parameters < ± 0.05 dB Accuracy
S
ain Compression As High As +16 dBm
G
oise Figure
N
Third Order Intercept Up to +40 dBm
Less than 0.5 dB,
50 MHz to 6 GHz
Complete amplifier test setup
for accurate single connection
measurements.
Amplifier Measurements
• Low Noise to Medium Power
• Single Connection, Vector Accuracy
• Mixed-Mode S-Parameters
Noise Figure with S-Parameter Correction
Scalar or Vector Harmonics
Intermodulation Distortions
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Noise Figure, 50 MHz to 6 GHz
For low noise amplifiers, Scorpion takes
oise figure measurement accuracy to a
n
evolutionary new level. By combining
r
S-parameters and Scalar Noise Figure
measurements, these measurements can
compensate for imperfections in your test
etup. With settings for both wide and
s
narrow measurements, you can see the
noise figure and S-parameter performance
without changing connections.
OFFER SINGLE CONNECTION EFFICIENCY!
External and internal connections for the Noise Figure measurements choices using Scorpion.
Intermodulation Distortion (IMD)
r
t
t
d
Scorpion can easily perform 3
IMD measurements through the simple connection of an
external power combiner. You can take advantage of
built-in swept frequency or swept power measurements
without writing a single line of code. For additional
convenience, Scorpion can display the corresponding
Third Order Intercept (TOI).
, 5
h
, 7
h
, or 9
t
h
order
Using Scorpion’s two
internal sources, the IMD
setup is shown. No external
synthesizer is needed.
Harmonics, 2ndto 9
Without changing connections, you can see the harmonic
performance in magnitude or delta format for your amplifier or
integrated circuit. Like our noise figure solution, Scorpion can
combine S-parameters and Harmonic measurements for
unparalleled accuracy. For the 2
also see the phase relative to the fundamental (i.e. vector
harmonics) for an even clearer view
th
nd
or 3rdharmonic, you can
of harmonic performance.
An example of Harmonics measurement using Scorpion.
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MIXER TEST SOLUTIONS THAT . . .
A
/D etc.
Mixer Characterizations
In addition to Scorpion’s amplifier measurement capabilities,
you can access the integrated, powerful, turnkey mixer
easurement features to thoroughly characterize your
m
frequency translating components. With an external Anritsu
MG3690A synthesizer providing LO drive, Scorpion easily
orchestrates elaborate measurements, including IMD.
Mixer Parameter MS462xx Measures
S-Parameters ± 0.05 dB Accuracy
0 dB Power Sweep,
Compression
oise Figure
N
Group Delay Trace Noise Up to 100 nS peak-to-peak Resolution
Third Order Intercept Up to +40 dBm
2
+7 dBm Source Power
ess than 0.5 dB,
L
50 MHz to 6 GHz
Complete Mixer Test
Setup for accurate single
connection testing.
Conversion Gain and Compression
Mixer Measurements
• Fixed LO, Fixed IF
• Single Connection
• Real-time, Scorpion Accuracy
Mixer Noise Figure
, or Fixed RF
Mixer IMD
Mixer Group Delay
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SIMPILIFY FREQUENCY TRANSLATING MEASUREMENTS!
Conversion Loss
LO
RF
IF
S23 LO/IF LeakageS13 LO/RF Leakage
S
22
Output
Match
S
11
Input
Match
RF
IF
LO
Comprehensive Mixer Measurements
For R&D, Scorpion provides sophisticated and elegant
measurement choices for your mixers. See S-parameters,
onversion loss, compression, noise figure, and group delay
c
ith a single connection. Without writing a single line of code,
w
you’ll be able see Fixed LO, Fixed IF, and even Fixed
RF measurements.
For IMD measurements, you may even want to add an
external Anritsu MG3690A synthesizer; in fact, you could
dd two. With Multiple Source Control, Scorpion easily
a
anages up to four synthesizers to satisfy your toughest
m
requirements for mixers, up/down converters, multipliers,
and other frequency translating components.
To support mixers with low IF frequencies, the Scorpion
receivers may be optionally extended down to 10 kHz.
An example of an external Noise Figure measurement on a mixer.
With 2 internal sources, Scorpion can provide both the RF
and the LO signals to the mixer.
Noise Figure and Group Delay
These complex measurements can tax other measurement
approaches, but for Scorpion it’s just another measurement...
single connection, routine calibrations and accurate
measurement results.
Diagram showing typical mixer measurements easily
tested using Scorpion.
An example of the Frequency Translated Group Delay
measurement on a mixer using Scorpion.
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POWER AMPLIFIER TEST SOLUTIONS THAT . . .
A
/D etc.
Power Amplifier Measurements
Scorpion’s innovative and comprehensive amplifier
easurement features can also satisfy the toughest power
m
amplifier requirements. A single connection with the flexible
Direct Receiver Access (DRA) configuration and a high power
test set reveals the true performance of your handset or base
tation power amplifier.
s
For an integrated turnkey solution check out our ME7840A.
Or you can mix and match your existing high power test sets
with Scorpion. Scorpion can satisfy your needs for accurate
power sweep, input power and output power levels. Add
integrated power meter calibrations for the ultimate in
accuracy.
3rdOrder Intermodulation Distortion
The complete test setup for power amplifier measurements
with a single connection.
Power Amplifier Measurements
• Handles 100 Watts
• Handset or Base Station
• Accurate, Single Connection
IMD Versus Frequency
IMD Versus Power
Third Order Intercept
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REVEAL THE TRUE PERFORMANCE OF YOUR POWER AMPLIFIER!
PA Test Solution, ME7840A
Anritsu has an amazing Scorpion-based RF
ower Amplifier test solution. PATS, the
P
E7840A Power Amplifier Test System,
M
provides fast and accurate measurements in
one easy-to-use system.
With a single connection to your power
amplifier, see Adjacent Channel Power Ratio,
ntermodulation Distortion, Power Added
I
fficiency and S-Parameter performance in
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minutes instead of hours. With two integrated
sources, Scorpion can perform additional
innovative measurements like “Hot S
” and k-factor.
2
2
PATS is a ready-to-use measurement solution that shows
you the true performance of your power amplifier.
Gain and IMD versus P
out
The complete test setup including ACPR measurements.
Power Amp Parameter ME7840A Measures
-Parameters
S
Compression
armonics
H
Third Order Intercept Up to +40 dBm
800 MHz to 2400 MHz (100W)
0 MHz to 6000 MHz (5W)
1
0.1 dB Accuracy
±
0 dB Power Sweep,
2
7 dBm Source Power
+
00 MHz to 6 GHz
8
Dynamic Range to 70 dBACPR (W-CDMA)
An example of the
ACPR measurement
result as seen on the
Scorpion Navigator.
Power Amplifier Measurements
• Scorpion Navigator
• Comprehensive PA Testing
• Fast, Flexible, and Friendly
Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR)
™
ACPR Versus Power
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MULTIPORT, TMA AND MORE SYSTEM TEST SOLUTIONS FOR . . .
Multiport Measurements
Apply the extensive set of Scorpion measurement features
to tame your toughest multiport requirements. Use Scorpion
o measure a Tower Mount Amplifier (TMA), Front End
t
Module (FEM) or any other multiport component. Contact
Anritsu for custom multiport designs.
As an example reference the new ME7842B Tower Mount
Amplifier Test System.
In manufacturing, you can always develop your own software,
but Anritsu can provide you time-saving ActiveX modules for
your integrated test executive environments. Whatever you
choose, Scorpion is ready to integrate seamlessly into your
existing manufacturing process.
The complete TMA or Multiport
test setup for single connection
measurements.
Real-time S-Parameters with Pass/Fail
Intermodulation Distortion
And More . . .
Noise Figure
• Scorpion Navigator
™
• Fast, Flexible, and Friendly
• Contact Factory for Details
Compression
Harmonics
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CHOOSE YOUR DEMONSTRATION TODAY!
Are You Ready for a Demonstration?
To see the true performance of your RF component, simply contact your Anritsu representative and ask for any of the following
opular and immediately available demonstration configurations. See these measurements first-hand and you will understand
p
the compelling reasons to use Scorpion for all of your RF component measurements.
Amplifier
S-Parameter and Balanced/
Differential Measurements
Mixer
For Higher Frequency, Look at Anritsu’s
37000 Family of Microwave Vector Network Analyzers.
Power Amplifier
Multiport and More
SALES CENTERS:
United States (800) ANRITSU
Canada (800) ANRITSU
South America 55 (21) 2527-6922
11410-00289, Rev. D
Europe 44 (0) 1582-433433
Japan 81 (46) 223-1111
Asia-Pacific (852) 2301-4980
©Anritsu March 2005. All trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective
companies. Data subject to change without notice. For more recent specifications
visit www.us.anritsu.com
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490 Jarvis Drive, Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809
http://www.us.anritsu.com
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