Teledyne LeCroy T3VNA1500 Vector Network Analyzer User Guide

: June 9, 2024
: TELEDYNE LECROY

Table of Contents

General Safety Summary
Safety Terms and Symbols
General Inspection
Appearance and Dimensions
Connecting to the AC Power Supply
General Description
Function Details
Function Details Continue
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Teledyne LeCroy T3VNA1500 Vector Network Analyzer User Guide

General Safety Summary

Read the following precautions carefully to avoid any personal injuries, or damage to the instrument or products connected to it. Use the instrument only as specified.

Use only the power cord supplied for the instrument.

Ground the instrument. The instrument is grounded through the ground conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, always connect to grounded outlets. Make sure the instrument is grounded correctly before connecting its input or output terminals.
Connect the signal wire correctly. To avoid damage, observe input polarity and maximum voltage/current ratings at all times.

Observe all terminal ratings and signs on the instrument to avoid fire or electric shock. Before connecting to the instrument, read the manual to understand the input/output ratings.
Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect that the instrument is damaged, contact the Teledyne LeCroy service department immediately.

Do not operate in wet/damp conditions.

Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.

Keep the surface of the instrument clean and dry.

Avoid touching exposed circuits or wires. Do not touch exposed contacts or components when the power is on.

Do not operate without covers. Do not operate the instrument with covers or panels removed.

Use only the fuse specified for the instrument.

Use proper over voltage protection.

Use anti-static protection. Operate in an anti-static protected area. Ground
measurement cable conductors before connecting to the instrument to
discharge any static electricity before connecting the cables to the instrument.

Observe ventilation requirements. Ensure good ventilation. Check the
vent and fan regularly to prevent overheating.

Safety Terms and Symbols

The following terms may appear on the instrument:
DANGER: Direct injury or hazard may occur.
WARNING: Potential injury or hazard may occur.
CAUTION: Potential damage to instrument/property may occur .

The following symbols may appear on the instrument:

CAUTION Risk of injury or damage. Refer to manual

WARNING Risk of electric shock or burn

Earth Ground Terminal

Protective Conductor Terminal

Frame or Chassis Terminal

ON / Standby Power

Alternating Current

Measuring Terminal Ratings

RF Input: 50 Ω, Max +30 dBm, ±50 VDC

No rated measurement category per IEC/EN 61010-031:2015. Measuring terminals on this product are not intended to be connected directly to mains.

Operating Environment

Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C
Relative Humidity: 90% RH up to 30 °C; derates to 50% at 50°C.
Altitude: ≤ 3000 m
Use indoors only

Pollution Degree 2. Use in an operating environment where normally only dry, non-conductive pollution occurs. Temporary conductivity caused by condensation should be expected.

AC Power

Input Voltage & Frequency: 100-240 V at 50/60/400 Hz
Automatic AC selection.
Power Consumption: 35 W maximum
Mains Supply Connector: CAT II per IEC/EN 61010-1:2015, instrument intended to be supplied from the building wiring at utilization points (socket outlets and similar).

Fuse Type
100 V / 110 V : 1.25A / 250 V (’T’ rated)
220 V / 230 V : 1.25A / 250 V (’T’ rated)

General Inspection

Please check the instrument according to the following steps.

Inspect the shipping container.
Keep the shipping container and packaging material until the contents of the shipment have been completely checked and the instrument has passed both electrical and mechanical tests. It is always good practice to save the shipping container and packaging for use when returning the power supply to Teledyne LeCroy for service or calibration.

The consigner or carrier will be responsible for damage to the instrument resulting from shipping. Teledyne LeCroy will not provide free maintenance or replacement in this instance.

Inspect the instrument.
If the instrument is found to be damaged, defective or fails in electrical or mechanical tests, please contact the Teledyne LeCroy service department immediately.

Check the accessories.
Please check that you have received the accessories: Calibration Kit, Utility Kit, Power Cord, USB cable. If the accessories are incomplete or damaged, please contact Teledyne LeCroy immediately

Care
Do not store or leave the instrument in direct sunshine for extended periods of time.
Note: To avoid damage to the instrument, please do not leave it in a corrosive atmosphere.

Cleaning
Regularly perform the following steps to clean the instrument

Disconnect the instrument from all power sources, then clean it with a soft, damp cloth.
Remove loose dust on the outside of the instrument with a soft cloth. When cleaning the LCD, take care to avoid scratching it.

Note: To avoid damage to the surface of the instrument, please do not use any corrosive liquid or chemical cleanser. Make sure that the instrument is completely dry before restarting it to avoid short circuit or personal injury.

Appearance and Dimensions

Front View
Dimensions

Top View
Dimensions

Adjust the Supporting Legs
Adjust the supporting legs to tilt the Vector Network Analyzer upwards for stable placement, and easier operation and observation of the instrument.

Before Adjusting

After Adjusting

Connecting to the AC Power Supply

The Vector Network Analyzer accepts 100-240V, 50/60/400Hz AC power supply. Please use only the power cord provided to connect the instrument to the power source.

Connect the power cord to the AC inlet as shown in the figure below.
Connecting Instruction

General Description

The T3VNA1500 vector network analyzer has a frequency range from 9 kHz up to 1.5 GHz, and the T3VNA3200 has a frequency range from 9 kHz to 3.2 GHz. They are lightweight and small in size, with a user-friendly interface, concise display style, reliable measurement precision, and plenty of RF measurement functions. Applicable to research and development, education, production, maintenance and other related fields, it meets a wide range of user requirements.

The Front Panel

Graphical User Interface
Menu Control Keys
Function Keys
Numeric Keyboard
Adjust Knob
Arrow Keys
RF Input, VNA port 2
Tracking Generator Output, VNA port 1
Earphone jack for AM and FM demodulation and audio output
USB Host
Power Switch

The analyzer provides a numeric keyboard at the front panel (as shown in the figure above, item 4). The numeric keyboard which supports English uppercase / lowercase characters, numbers and common symbols (including decimal point, #, space and +/-) are mainly used to edit file or folder names and set parameters. USB Host (item 10) allows reading and storing the instrument state or trace in the USB storage device or store the contents currently displayed on the screen in .png or .jpg or .bmp format.

Function Details

Frequency: Set the parameters of frequency, and Peak → CF, CF → Step
Span: Set the parameters of span, and X-scale(Log-Linear) setup
Amplitude: Set the parameters of amplitude, including Ref Level, Attenuator, Preamp, etc; and Correction setup
Auto Tune: Scan the full span rapidly and move the biggest signal to center freq, and automatically sets the optimal parameters according to the signal
BW: Set the parameters of RBW and VBW, Average Type (Log power, Power, Voltage), and Filter Type(-3 dB Gauss/ -6 dB EMI)
Trace: Selects Trace / Trace Setup / Trace Math
Sweep: Set the parameters of sweep ,and EMI QPD Dwell Time
Detect: Select the Detector type for each trace independently
Trigger: Selects the Free Trigger / Video Trigger / External Trigger
Limit: Sets the Pass / Fail Limit
TG: Set the parameters of tracking generator. Including TG Level, TG Level
offset, Normalization setup. The backlight LED is on when TG source is on.
Demod: Sets AM and FM Parameters
Meas: In spectrum analyzer mode, selects the Advanced Measurement function. In non spectrum analyzer mode, select corresponding settings.
Meas Setup: Set the measurement parameters.
Marker: Selects the Marker Trace and Marker Math
Marker→: Set other system parameters on the basis of the current marker value.
Marker Fn: Selects the Noise Marker / N dB BW / Freq Counter / Read Out of Freq.
Peak: Searches for the Peak Signal, peak search configuration and peak table. System: Sets the system parameters.

Function Details Continue

Mode: Selects the Vector Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer / EMI / Reflection Measurements, etc
Display: Used to adjust the Grid Brightness / Display Line and other display parameters
File: Selects the File System
Preset: Resets the system to default status
Couple: Selects the RBW / VBW / Attenuator / Freq Step /Sweep Time Mode and other parameters
Help: Opens Help Information
Save: Save Shortcut Key

Rear Panel

Handle
USB Device
LAN Interface
10MHz Reference In
10MHz Reference Out
External Trigger In
Kensington Lock Point
AC Power Socket

Handle
Pull up the handle vertically for easy carrying of the instrument. When you do not need the handle, press it down.

USB Device Interface
The analyzer can serve as a “slave” device to connect external USB devices.
Through this interface, a PC can be connected to control the analyzer remotely through programming or PC software.

LAN Interface
Through this interface, the analyzer can be connected to your local network for remote control.

REF IN 10 MHz
The analyzer can use internal or external reference source.

When a 10 MHz external clock signal is received through the [10 MHz IN] connector, this signal is used as the external reference source and “Ext Ref” is displayed in the status bar of the user interface. When the external reference is lost, transfinite or not connected, the instrument switches to its internal reference source automatically and “Ext Ref” on the screen disappears.
The [10 MHz IN] and [10 MHz OUT] connectors are usually used to build synchronization among multiple instruments.

REF OUT 10 MHz
The analyzer can use internal or external reference source.

When internal reference source is used, the [10 MHz OUT] connector can output a 10 MHz clock signal generated by the analyzer. This signal can be used to synchronize other instruments.
The [10 MHz OUT] and [10 MHz IN] connectors are usually used to build synchronization among multiple instruments

Trigger in
In external trigger mode, the connector receives an external trigger signal through a BNC cable.

Security Lock Hole
If needed, you can use a security lock (sold separately) to lock the analyzer to a desired location.

AC Power Supply and Fuse
The analyzer accepts 100-240V, 50/60/400Hz AC power supply. Please use
the power cord provided to connect the instrument. Before power on, make sure the analyzer is protected by fuse.

Graphical User Interface

Number	Name	Description
1	Display Area	Waveform display area
2	Ref	Reference level
**** 3	**** UNCAL	When the sweep time less than the auto couple time, the

Mode
The vector network analyzer offers a variety of operating modes, some only
available via user purchased options. Selecting via the Mode key enables:

Vector Network Analyzer
Modulation Analysis (AMA/DMA)
Spectrum Analyzer
Distance To Fault (DTF)

Front panel key operations vary functionality in different modes.

User Notices and Warnings

RF Input
Ensure that the input signal to the RF input port does not contain more than 50 Volts DC, otherwise damage will occur to the instrument. The AC (radio frequency) input signal component should not exceed a maximum continuous power level of +30dBm.

The RF INPUT can be connected to the device under test through a cable with a N male connector. In VNA mode this port is used as the input port S21.

Tracking Generator Output
To avoid damage to the tracking generator, The reverse DC voltage must not exceed 50V DC. The TG SOURCE can be connected to the device under test through a cable with a N male connector. In VNA mode this port is used as the single port of S11 and the VNA output port of S21.

More Information
You can view your instrument model, serial number, hardware and software
version by selecting System → System Info.

For more information about this product, please refer to the following documents:

Vector Network Analyzer User Manual: provides detailed information about
the functions of this product.
Vector Network Analyzer Datasheet: provides the main characteristics and
specifications of this product.

Firmware Operation

Check System Information: Users can get the system information by pressing
System→ System Info, including

Product Model, Serial Number and Host ID.
Software Version and Hardware Version.
Option Information.

Firmware Upgrade: Follow this procedure to finish the firmware update:

Download the firmware package from the Teledyne LeCroy website (http://teledynelecroy.com).
Extract and copy the .ADS file into the root directory of a USB stick.
Plug the USB stick into the USB Host connector. Press System→ System
Info → Firmware Update , find the .ADS file in USB stick.
Press the Load, the analyzer will perform the update process automatically.
The upgrade procedure will take several minutes. Once the upgrade is
completed, please follow the instruction to reboot.

Any interruption during the update process will result in update failure and system data lost. Do not remove the USB storage device until the update is finished.

Loading Options: Refer to the procedures below to activate the options you
have purchased.

Press System → Load Option
Enter the license key in the onscreen window. Press Enter to confirm your input and terminate the license key input.

The option will be enabled after rebooting.

Touch Screen Operation

The Vector Network Analyzer has a 10.1 inch touch screen and supports various gesture operations. Including:

Click on the upper right corner of the screen to enter the main menu
Swipe up and down or left and right in the waveform area to change the X-axis center coordinate or Y-axis reference level
Perform two-points scaling in the waveform area to change the X-axis span
Click on a screen parameter or menu for parameter selection or editing
Open and drag the marker
Use auxiliary shortcuts to perform common operations

You can turn the touch screen function on and off via Display → Touch Settings

Remote Control
The vector network analyzer supports communication with computers via USB and LAN. By using these interfaces, in combination with programming languages and/or NI-VISA software, users can remotely control the analyzer based on SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) command set, Labview and IVI (Interchangeable Virtual Instrument), to inter-operate with other programmable instruments. You can also remote monitor and control the analyzer in a Web Browser.

For more details, refer to the T3VNA Programming Guide.

Using Built-in Help
The built-in help system provides information about every function key at the
front panel and every menu soft key.

Press Help and a prompt about how to obtain help information will be shown at the center of the screen. Then, press the key for which you need help and the relevant help information will be shown at the center of the screen.
To close the help information window, press Help again.

Figure 11 Help Information.

ABOUT TELEDYNE TEST TOOLS

Teledyne LeCroy is a leading provider of oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers and related test and measurement solutions that enable companies across a wide range of industries to design and test electronic devices of all types. Since our founding in 1964, we have focused on creating products that improve productvity by helping engineers resolve design issues faster and more effectively. Oscilloscopes are tools used by designers and engineers to measure and analyze complex electronic signals in order to develop high performance systems and to validate electronic designs in order to improve time to market.

The Teledyne Test Tools brand expands on the Teledyne LeCroy product portfolio by adding a comprehensive range of test equipment solutions for its customers. The new range of product solutions deliver engineers with a broad range of quality test solutions that enables speed to market product validation and design. More and more designers, engineers and lecturers are relying on Teledyne Test Tools to meet their testing, education and electronics validation needs with confidence and within budget.

Location and Facilities

Headquartered in Chestnut Ridge, New York, Teledyne Test Tools and Teledyne LeCroy have sales, service and development subsidiaries in the US and throughout Europe and Asia. Teledyne Test Tools and Teledyne LeCroy products are employed across a wide variety of industries, including semiconductor, computer, consumer electronics, education, military/aerospace, automotive/industrial, and telecommunications.

Costumer Support

Test Equipment Depo
t – 800.517.8431 – 5
Commonwealth Ave, MA 01801
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