A Generalized Vector Network Analyzer Calibration Technique
- 1 November 1989
- conference paper
- conference paper
- Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
- Vol. 16, 51-60
- https://doi.org/10.1109/arftg.1989.323956
Abstract
This paper discuss the theory and implementation of a generalized set of Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) calibration techniques. In particular, the Thru-Reflect-Match (TRM) (& Line-Reflect-Match - LRM) technique will be developed. This technique uses a throughline, a reflective device and a matched Z0 load. The TRM/LRM technique is closely related to the TRL method popularized by Hewlett-Packard in the HP 8510B but overcomes certain application limitations of TRL. The described theory generalizes calibration methods for a broad range of coaxial, waveguide and other non-coaxial media. Calibrated measurement results from Open-Short-Load-Thru (OSLT), TRL and TRM/LRM will be presented.Keywords
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