--- type: product schema_version: 1 stock_number: "95403-9" canonical_url: "https://www.artisantg.com/95403-9/Rohde-Schwarz-A10" json_url: "https://www.artisantg.com/95403-9/Rohde-Schwarz-A10.json" generated_at: "2026-11-07T11:25:10.401Z" last_updated: "2026-10-14T13:00:51.160-05:00" --- # Rohde & Schwarz A10 Motherboard 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: A10 - Condition: Used and in Excellent Condition - Price: $500.00 USD - Availability: In stock, 5 available - Warranty: 1-Year Warranty with 30-Day Return Guarantee - ITAR restricted: No - Shipping weight: 1.25 lb, estimated - Shipping dimensions: 8X8X3 in, estimated ## Categories - Test Equipment > Electrical Test > Control Bus Interfaces (primary) - Test Equipment > Electrical Test > Electrical Parts ## Details Part Number: 1127.8900.02 ## Overview A10 motherboard serves as the main processing platform for vector network analyzer systems, providing CPU processing capabilities, memory management, and system control functions. Features integrated circuits for signal processing, data acquisition, and measurement computation algorithms. Includes multiple interface connectors for RF measurement modules, display controllers, and external communication ports. Supports high-speed data transfer between measurement hardware and analysis software. Designed for precision RF and microwave measurement applications requiring stable timing references and low-noise operation in laboratory and production test environments. ## Function Provides core processing and control functionality for vector network analyzer operations including RF signal generation, measurement data acquisition, digital signal processing, and system timing coordination. Interfaces with RF front-end modules, display controllers, and measurement accessories through high-speed data buses. Manages calibration routines, error correction algorithms, and measurement parameter settings. Supports frequency domain analysis, S-parameter measurements, and complex impedance calculations across specified frequency ranges. ## Platform Motherboard designed for integration in vector network analyzer systems, providing computational backbone and I/O connectivity for RF measurement operations. Supports signal processing, calibration routines, and measurement algorithms specific to vector network analysis. Interfaces with RF front-end components, display systems, and peripheral devices. Enables accurate S-parameter measurements, impedance characterization, and network analysis across multiple frequency ranges. Delivers necessary processing power for complex mathematical operations required in RF characterization and device testing. ## Application Designed as the central electronic processing and control unit within vector network analyzers, this motherboard facilitates signal generation, data acquisition, and processing functions. It integrates with RF frontends and display modules, managing key hardware and software interfaces essential for VNA operation. Commonly used in precision RF and microwave testing environments, it supports tasks such as S-parameter measurement, frequency response analysis, and network characterization across broad frequency ranges. It interfaces with other analyzer boards, power supplies, and operator controls to enable comprehensive network analysis and calibration procedures. ## Accessories Requires ZVM Vector Network Analyzer mainframe chassis for installation. Compatible with ZVM-B1 to ZVM-B4 frequency converter modules depending on frequency range requirements. Connects via proprietary backplane interface with 168-pin high-density connector. Supports external 10 MHz reference input via SMA connector. Ethernet interface through RJ45 connector for remote control. USB 2.0 Type-A ports for data transfer and peripheral connection. GPIB IEEE-488.2 interface via 24-pin standard connector for instrument control and data communication. ## Interface Two ZVM-B4 interface slots for IF and generator modules, system bus connector for data communication with measurement modules, power supply connector accepting +5V, +12V, -12V rails, VME-style 96-pin DIN 41612 backplane connector for chassis integration, I/O expansion header with 40-pin IDC connector, dedicated RF module interface with coaxial SMB connectors, control interface for front panel display module via 26-pin ribbon cable connector, GPIB controller interface, internal debugging port with 10-pin JTAG header ## Images - - - -