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# Rohde & Schwarz A382 Interface Board for ZVM Vector Network Analyzer

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## Summary

- Manufacturer: Rohde & Schwarz
- Model: A382
- Condition: Used and in Excellent Condition
- Price: $225.00 USD
- Availability: In stock, 2 available
- Warranty: 1-Year Warranty with 30-Day Return Guarantee
- ITAR restricted: No
- Shipping weight: 1.8 lb, estimated
- Shipping dimensions: 8X8X3 in, estimated

## Categories

- Test Equipment > Electrical Test > Control Bus Interfaces (primary)
- Test Equipment > Electrical Test > Electrical Parts

## Details

### Includes

- 44-Pin Ribbon Cable (Approximate Cable Length: 3 Feet)

Part Number: 1080.4191.02

## Overview

Interface board designed as an accessory for vector network analyzers, enabling enhanced connectivity and signal routing within the test system hardware platform. It operates as a modular component in the ZVM series vector network analyzer setup, providing interfaces for control and data acquisition between the analyzer core and external devices or measurement fixtures. The board supports serial (RS232) and IEC/IEEE bus communication standards typical for remote-control and integration with automated test systems. It facilitates complex multiport measurements and can be used in conjunction with switch matrices or calibration units to extend test coverage and accuracy in RF and microwave network analysis applications.

## Function

Provides direct analog I/Q signal access to a vector network analyzer's Intermediate Frequency (IF) and Baseband (BB) processing stages. The internal board exposes these signals externally via BNC connectors, enabling the integration of external signal generators, receivers, or digitizers. This facilitates advanced applications including pulsed signal analysis, external frequency conversion, and integration with custom signal processing hardware for complex measurement systems.

## Platform

Interface board designed for integration within the ZVM vector network analyzer hardware platform, enabling communication and control between the analyzer’s core signal processing modules and external test sets or accessories; connects via rear-panel and bus interfaces such as IEC/IEEE488 and serial RS232 for remote control and data acquisition; supports measurement configurations including mixer analysis, power amplifier testing, and multiport adapter control; facilitates expansion of analyzer capabilities in complex RF and microwave testing environments.

## Application

Provides digital interface connectivity for ZVM vector network analyzer measurements enabling automated test system integration through standard communication protocols. Facilitates remote instrument control and data acquisition in RF and microwave component characterization applications including filter analysis, amplifier testing, and antenna measurements. Supports laboratory automation workflows for high-frequency device parameter extraction and production test environments requiring precise S-parameter measurements across multiple frequency ranges.

## Accessories

Requires mainframe ZVM Vector Network Analyzer chassis for operation. Connectors include precision 3.5 mm coaxial RF input/output ports for S-parameter measurements, TTL trigger interface connectors for synchronization, and a power connector integrated into the board. Interfaces with the mainframe backplane via a high-density edge connector with multiple signal and control lines.

## Interface

Provides control and data transfer via standard interfaces including IEEE488 (IEC BUS) 24-pin connector for remote control, IBM-PC-compatible RS232 serial interface with 9-pin sub-D connector, Centronics 25-pin sub-D printer interface (LPT), and optional LAN Ethernet. Rear-panel BNC connectors supply DC power and trigger signals. Supports multipath control for three- and four-port adapters via dedicated MULTIPORT connectors. Designed for integration with external test sets and optional hardware via these established interfaces.

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