--- type: product schema_version: 1 stock_number: "95403-15" canonical_url: "https://www.artisantg.com/95403-15/Rohde-Schwarz-A150" json_url: "https://www.artisantg.com/95403-15/Rohde-Schwarz-A150.json" generated_at: "2026-11-07T09:48:42.534Z" last_updated: "2026-10-21T05:35:41.353-05:00" --- # Rohde & Schwarz A150 Source Control Unit for ZV Series Vector Network Analyzer _Summary and Categories are this item's record. The description sections and FAQ are machine-assisted and can contain errors; where they disagree with the record, the record is correct, and where description sections disagree with each other, Details wins._ ## Summary - Manufacturer: Rohde & Schwarz - Model: A150 - Condition: Used and in Excellent Condition - Price: $825.00 USD - Availability: In stock, 8 available - Warranty: 1-Year Warranty with 30-Day Return Guarantee - ITAR restricted: No - Shipping weight: 5 lb, estimated - Shipping dimensions: 14X10X10 in, estimated ## Categories - Test Equipment > Electrical Test > Controllers (primary) - Test Equipment > Electrical Test > Electrical Parts - Military and Embedded Equipment > Embedded & Industrial > Other Modular ## Details Part Number: 1043.3495.02 ## Overview Source control unit for ZVM vector network analyzer, designed for monitoring and controlling external signal sources during network analysis measurements. Features programmable calibration data, precise signal source parameter configuration, and automated sweep control functionality. Provides high-precision frequency coordination and power level regulation, integrating with vector network analyzer systems for accurate device characterization. Supports multiple source management for complex multi-tone or intermodulation distortion testing. Enables synchronized stimulus-response measurements across multiple test ports in RF/microwave measurement environments. Expands system measurement capabilities for active device characterization requiring external signal stimuli. ## Function Generates and precisely controls RF/microwave test signals, including frequency, power level, and sweep parameters, for a vector network analyzer. It provides stable and accurate excitation to the device under test and synchronizes the source output with the measurement acquisition system, enabling comprehensive S-parameter characterization. ## Platform Multi-channel RF source control platform designed for ZVM vector network analyzer systems. Provides synchronized frequency synthesis and power control for S-parameter measurements across multiple test ports. Features high-stability reference oscillator distribution, phase-coherent LO generation, and precision leveled RF outputs. Interfaces via proprietary digital control bus to coordinate stimulus signals with receiver channels. Supports frequency ranges from 10 MHz to 20 GHz with phase noise performance optimized for vector measurements. Includes temperature-compensated power control loops and built-in calibration routines. Enables full vector network analysis capabilities including multiport S-parameter characterization, mixer measurements, and pulsed-RF applications in automated test environments. ## Application Controls and manages signal generation for ZVM vector network analyzer measurements. Provides precise frequency synthesis and power control for test signals across measurement ports. Interfaces directly with ZVM mainframe via proprietary bus architecture to coordinate stimulus-response measurements. Enables automated calibration routines, power sweeps, and frequency sweeps through software control. Supports multi-port configurations for differential and balanced device characterization. Essential for S-parameter measurements, time-domain analysis, and impedance testing of RF/microwave components, filters, amplifiers, and antennas. Commonly used in R&D laboratories, production testing environments, and field service applications requiring accurate vector network analysis. ## Accessories Source Control Unit interfaces include USB for remote control and data transfer, GPIB for legacy instrumentation communication, LAN for network connectivity, and digital I/Os for trigger and synchronization. Rear panel connectors feature DisplayPort and DVI-D for external displays, power supply input, and optional modules with trigger inputs/outputs, pulse modulator controls, RF interlock input, and reference frequency I/O (1 MHz to 1 GHz range). The unit may require calibration units, power sensors, and storage media connected via USB. Optional internal local oscillators support extended frequency setups up to 26.5 GHz. ## Interface Ethernet 10/100 RJ-45 connector for network communication. USB 2.0 Type-A host ports for external devices. USB 2.0 Type-B device port for computer connection. GPIB IEEE-488.2 24-pin connector for instrument control. RS-232 9-pin D-sub serial interface. BNC connectors for external reference clock input/output 10 MHz. Trigger input/output BNC connectors for measurement synchronization. DVI-D digital video output connector for external monitor. Audio output 3.5mm stereo jack. ## Images - - - -