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Build Your Own Scalar Network Analyzer to Test Frequency Response of Filters and Networks
Radio Frequency Network Analyzers is one important tool required for testing the frequency response of filters and networks, but as we all know, buying a regular RF test equipment can be quite the expenditure. This was why hobbyist Stephen Merrifield, who after seeing the increased need...
Continue ReadingTeardown, Repair & Experiments with the Anritsu 37347A 20GHz Vector Network Analyzer
In this episode Shahriar repairs an Anritsu 37347A 20GHz Two-Port Network Analyzer. The unit does not boot up and as a result its internal state is unknown. The boot fault is traced to a bad RTC module which has a built-in integrated battery. A replacement unit is located which allows...
Continue ReadingThe Simple Scalar Network Analyzer
by rheslip.blogspot.com: After playing around with the SynthNV signal generator/power detector discussed in the previous post I realized what a useful a tool it is for RF testing. While its a terrific tool for VHF/UHF/Microwave testing, the SynthNV has a couple of serious limitations...
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