Anritsu Tensor MS466xxA vector network analyzer, front view
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Tensor MS466xxA High Performance Vector Network Analyzer Series

Tensor 2- and 4-port vector network analyzer series covering 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz or 43.5 GHz, with a source per port and AI-assisted setup.

Frequency range
10 MHz to 26.5 GHz
Frequency range
10 MHz to 43.5 GHz
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Overview

The Anritsu Tensor MS466xxA is a vector network analyzer (VNA) series for characterizing passive, active and frequency-translating devices such as mixers. Anritsu describes Tensor as the first VNA with artificial intelligence (AI) built in. It combines high-speed measurement with a flexible architecture that has a dedicated source for each port and independent control of multiple sources and receivers.

Tensor is available in 2-port and 4-port configurations. Hardware options include direct access loops, receive-side and source-side step attenuators, a second internal local oscillator (LO) on four-port instruments, external ALC, external IF in and out, and banded mmWave support. Software options include time domain processing, gain compression, several mixer measurement options and mmWave support.

Artificial Intelligence

The analyzer supports AI-assisted measurement workflows in which users set up complex measurements by talking to it in natural language. A request such as setting up a mixer measurement brings up the full setup details, including a block diagram, recommended connections and settings. Once it has enough information, the system configures the measurement, runs the required calibrations and carries out the test. This is intended to shorten setup time and reduce user error. The AI engine runs on the instrument itself and needs no Internet connection.

Models in this series

Model Description
MS46622A
Tensor MS46622A 2-Port Vector Network Analyzer, 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz
Two-port Tensor vector network analyzer covering 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz, with a dedicated source per port and AI-assisted measurement setup.
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MS46624A
Tensor MS46624A 4-Port Vector Network Analyzer, 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz
4-port Tensor vector network analyzer covering 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz with a dedicated source per port and AI-assisted measurement setup
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MS46642A
Tensor MS46642A 2-Port Vector Network Analyzer, 10 MHz to 43.5 GHz
Tensor MS46642A 2-port vector network analyzer covering 10 MHz to 43.5 GHz with a dedicated source per port and built-in AI-assisted measurement setup.
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MS46644A
Tensor MS46644A 4-Port 43.5 GHz Vector Network Analyzer
Anritsu Tensor MS46644A 4-port vector network analyzer covering 10 MHz to 43.5 GHz with a dedicated source per port.
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Key Features

  • AI-assisted measurement setup and optimization
  • High-speed data acquisition and transfer
  • Dedicated source per port for improved flexibility
  • Independent control of multiple sources and receivers
  • True source-per-port architecture on 2-port and 4-port models
  • High output power and input power handling for active device testing
  • Rapid sweep speeds and high data throughput
  • Anritsu Integrated AI (AAI) for automation, assistance and reduced setup complexity
  • Large touchscreen with responsive GUI
  • Dynamic range of 147 dB above 2 GHz
  • Native mmWave capability with direct measurements up to 1.1 THz
  • Amplifier and mixer characterization
  • Built-in bias tees, high-linearity receivers and precision attenuators
  • 2nd internal LO on four-port instruments
  • External ALC and external IF in and out

Specifications

Frequency
Frequency range
MS46622A, MS46624A
 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz
Frequency range
MS46642A, MS46644A
 10 MHz to 43.5 GHz
Configuration
Number of ports
MS46622A, MS46642A
 2-port
Number of ports
MS46624A, MS46644A
 4-port
Performance
Dynamic range 147 dB
maximum; the features list gives 147 dB above 2 GHz
Sweep speed 6 μsec/point
typical
Directivity 50 dB
maximum
Noise floor -135 dBm
@ 10 Hz, min

Applications

  • Amplifier gain, gain compression and MFGC
  • Harmonics and distortion analysis
  • Scalar and vector mixer analysis
  • Dual LO mixer setups
  • Passive and active antenna device characterization
  • Phased array validation
  • PCB and interconnect analysis
  • Automated multiport measurements
  • Banded mmWave measurements up to 1.1 THz

Options & Accessories

Option Description
MS466xxA-0002 Time Domain
MS466xxA-0007 Frequency Offset
MS466xxA-0021 Universal Fixture Extraction
MS466xxA-0044 IMDView™
MS466xxA-0050 Direct Access Loops, without Bias-T
MS466xxA-0053 External ALC