QSG-2 PN: 10410-00292 Rev. F VectorStar ME7838A/AX QSG

High Performance Modular Broadband/Banded mmWave Vector Network

Analyzer (VNA) Measurement System, 70 kHz to 125 GHz

This guide provides quick setup instructions for theVectorStar™ ME7838A/AX Broadband/Banded mmWave

VNA System assembly. For additional safety and compliance information, and for more details about the

assembly, configuration, setup, and initial testing of the equipment, refer to the VectorStar ME7838A/AX

Series Broadband Vector Network Analyzers Installation Guide – 10410-00293.

This and all other documentation that supports the ME7838A/AX is available on the ME7838x web page:

http://www.anritsu.com/test-measurement/products/me7838

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ME7838A/AX Broadband System Main Components

The ME7838A/AX Multiport Broadband system consists of the following components:

• MS4647A or MS4647B VNA with Option 007 (Receiver Offset) and Option 08x (Modular Broadband

Connection Capability)

• 3739B/C Broadband Test Set

• Two 3743A/AX mmWave Modules

• Front and rear panel cables

ME7838A/AX Banded System Main Components

The ME7838A/AX Multiport Banded system consists of the following components:

• MS464xA/B VNA with Option 08x

• 3739B/C Broadband Test Set

• Two 3744A-EE, 3744A-EW, or two OML/VDI mmWave Modules

• Front and rear panel cables

Caution

A MS464xA/B VNA unit is heavy. To avoid personal injury, it must be lifted and

maneuvered by at least two people during installation.

If mounting on a workbench surface, first position the 3739B/C Broadband Test Set

with access to its front and rear panels. Stack the remaining test sets on top of one

another, then finally the VNA.

If mounting into rack or console, make sure the Test Sets have been installed, and

that the rack/console is carefully positioned on a flat and level surface. If equipped,

make sure any casters are locked. Use two people to lift the VNA unit and two to

guide it into its shelf rails.

The test loops on the front and rear panels of the VNA are delicate. Be careful not to

bump or bend the test loops.