Anritsu ShockLine ME7868A User manual

Quick Start Guide
ShockLine™ME7868A
Modular 2-Port Vector Network Analyzer System
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ME7868A Modular 2-Port Vector Network Analyzer System
Anritsu Company
490 Jarvis Drive
Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809
USA
http://www.anritsu.com
Part Number: 10410-00782
Revision: A
Published: July 2020
Copyright 2020 Anritsu Company. All rights reserved.

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ShockLine ME7868A Modular 2-Port Vector Network Analyzer System
This guide provides quick setup instructions for the ME7868A Modular 2-Port VNA System. For additional
safety and compliance information, see the ShockLine™ Product Information, Compliance, and Safety Guide
(PICS) – 10410-00067.
This and all other documentation that supports the ME7868A is available on the ShockLine MS46131A
product web page:
http://www.anritsu.com/test-measurement/products/MS46131A
On this web page, you can select various tabs for more information about your instrument. Included is a Library
tab which contains links to all the latest technical documentation related to this instrument.
ME7868A System Main Components
The ME7868A Modular VNA is a two-port VNA consisting mainly of:
•Two MS46131A 1-port VNAs with the PhaseLync™ option (MS46131A-012)
•PhaseLync cabling connecting the two VNAs:
•2 and 5 meter setups will have two separate PhaseLync cables: PhaseLync electrical cable (PLE)
and PhaseLync optical cable (PLO).
•25 meter and longer will have a single combined PhaseLync cable.
•A customer-provided PC
This creates the ability to make vector S-parameter measurements over a large displaced physical distance.
Depending on the separation, the two modules can be controlled directly by one PC and two USB interfaces
(distances up to 5 meters), or by one PC and USB extensions provided by two MN25131A Multi-Function
Extenders (for distances starting from 5 to 25 meters or longer). The extenders also allow the user to operate a
two-port vector system in environments where AC power is difficult to access and they provide flexibility to
place the control of the PC at either end of the system.
ME7868A System Configuration Options
Table 1. ME7868A System Configuration Options (1 of 2)
System Consists Of Comments
2 Meter
ME7868A-010-2: 1 MHz to 8 GHz
ME7868A-020-2: 1 MHz to 20 GHz
ME7868A-043-2: 1 MHz to 43.5 GHz
• Two MS46131A Modular 1-Port
VNAs:
Each VNA must have one
frequency option 010/020/043
Each VNA must have Option 012
PhaseLync
• One 2000-2011-R (2 meter)
PhaseLync Optical Cable (PLO)
• One 2000-2013-R (2 meter)
PhaseLync Electrical Cable (PLE)

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5 Meter
ME7868A-010-5: 1 MHz to 8 GHz
ME7868A-020-5: 1 MHz to 20 GHz
ME7868A-043-5: 1 MHz to 43.5 GHz
• Two MS46131A Modular 1-Port
VNAs:
Each VNA must have one
frequency option 010/020/043
Each VNA must have Option 012
PhaseLync
• One 2000-2012-R (5 meter)
PhaseLync Optical Cable (PLO)
• One 2000-2014-R (5 meter)
PhaseLync Electrical Cable (PLE)
• Two 3 meter USB extension cables
25 Meter
ME7868A-010-25: 1 MHz to 8 GHz
ME7868A-020-25: 1 MHz to 20 GHz
ME7868A-043-25: 1 MHz to 43.5 GHz
• Two MS46131A Modular 1-Port
VNAs:
Each VNA must have one
frequency option 010/020/043
Each VNA must have Option 012
PhaseLync
• One 2000-2025-R (25 meter)
PhaseLync Cable Assembly
• One 2000-2007-R PhaseLync
Accessory Kit
The PhaseLync Accessory Kit
enables:
• Longer separation based on
fiber USB extension with the
MN25131A Extenders.
• Users at both ends to
communicate and to adjust
the measurement.
For distances > 25 meters,
please contact the factory.
Table 2. PhaseLync Accessory Kit
System Consists Of
2000-2007-R PhaseLync Accessory Kit • Two MN25131A Multifunction Extenders
• USB Monitor
• USB Keyboard/Mouse
• Two USB Headsets
• Extender Connection Cables
Table 1. ME7868A System Configuration Options (2 of 2)
System Consists Of Comments

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ME7868A System Connections
Figure 1 ME7868A — 2 Meter System
Table 3. ME7868A — 2 Meter System Components
Ref Item Comments
1 MS46131A w/Option 012 SFP is inserted in the Green socket of the PhaseLync interfacea.
a.The system requires the two MS46131As to have the PhaseLync cables connected to opposite color sockets.
Therefore Red-to-Green or Green-to-Red configurations are allowed. Both ends going to the same color will not work.
2 MS46131A w/Option 012 SFP is inserted in the Red socket of the PhaseLync interfacea.
3 Windows PC User supplied.
4 PhaseLync Optical Cable Connects the PhaseLync optical signal between the two MS46131A
VNAs.
5 PhaseLync Electrical Cable Connects the PhaseLync electrical signal between the two
MS46131A VNAs.
6, 7 1.8 meter USB-A to USB-B Cable USB cables supplied with the MS46131A VNA modules.
8, 9 AC/DC Power Supply Power supply module and AC power cord.
12
3
4
5
67
89
5
6
7

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Figure 2 ME7868A — 5 Meter System
Table 4. ME7868A — 5 Meter System Components
Ref # Item Comments
1 MS46131A w/Option 012 SFP is inserted in the Green socket of the PhaseLync interfacea.
a.The system requires the two MS46131As to have the PhaseLync cables connected to opposite color sockets.
Therefore Red-to-Green or Green-to-Red configurations are allowed. Both ends going to the same color will not work.
2 MS46131A w/Option 012 SFP is inserted in the Red socket of the PhaseLync interfacea.
3 Windows PC User supplied.
4 PhaseLync Optical Cable Connects the PhaseLync optical signal between the two MS46131A
VNAs.
5 PhaseLync Electrical Cable Connects the PhaseLync electrical signal between the two
MS46131A VNAs.
6, 7 1.8 meter USB-A to USB-B Cable USB cables supplied with the MS46131A VNA modules.
8, 9 3 meter USB Extension Cable Use extension cables as needed to properly position the PC.
Note: Maximum length of a USB 2.0 cable connection is 5 meters.
10, 11 AC/DC Power Supply Power supply module and AC power cord.
12
3
4
5
89
10 11
5
8
9
67

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Figure 3 ME7868A — 25 Meter System (PhaseLync Cables #10, #11, # 12, and the spare are shown in
Figure 4. Connections to MN25131A #3 and #4 are shown in Figure 5 and Figure 6.)
5
12
8
13
22 23
6
7
8
34
9
14
1
4
10
15
21
Spare
4
10
2
13
23
6
7
9
191817b 20
17a
16
11
1212
11

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Figure 4 PhaseLync Cables #10, #11, # 12, and spare
Figure 5 MN25131A #3 Front and Rear Panel Connections — 25 Meter System
PLO Cable #10
PLE Cable #11 Strain Relief
Spare Optical Fiber
Optical Fiber #12
LO
Cable
#10
8
22
6
9
21
22
7
17a
Front
Rear
6

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Figure 6 MN25131A #4 Front and Rear Panel Connections — 25 Meter System
Table 5. ME7868A — 25 Meter System Components (1 of 2)
Ref # Item Comments
1 MS46131A w/Option 012 SFP is inserted in the Green socket of the PhaseLync interfacea.
2 MS46131A w/Option 012 SFP is inserted in the Red socket of the PhaseLync interfacea.
3, 4 MN25131A Multi-Function Extender.
5 Windows PC User Supplied.
6 0.5 meter USB-A to USB-B Cable Connect from one of the front panel USB connectors on unit #3 to a
USB B connector on the rear panel of unit #3.
7 1.8 meter Fiber Jumper Connect from the output of the unit #3 Extender on the rear of
unit #3 to the fiber coupler output of the PhaseLync cable (#12).
8 1.8 meter USB-A to USB-B Cable USB cable supplied with the MS46131A VNA module. Connect from
a front panel USB connector on unit #3 to the VNA module #1.
9 1.8 meter DC Power Cable Connect from a 12V connector on unit #3 to the VNA module #1.
10bPhaseLync Optical Cable Connects the PhaseLync optical signal between the two MS46131A
VNAs.
11bPhaseLync Electrical Cable Connects the PhaseLync electrical signal between the two
MS46131A VNAs.
12bPhaseLync Fiber Coupler Cable Used with the fiber jumper cables (#13) to create a fiber-optic link
between the two MN25131A extender units to enable long distance
USB communications.
14
15
17b
18
20
19
Front
23
16
13
1
Rear
13
ear
18
2
0
19
19

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13 1.8 meter Fiber Jumper Connect from the output of the MN25131A extender that has a
USB-A input on the rear of unit #4 to the fiber coupler output of the
PhaseLync cable (#12).
14 1.8 meter USB-A to USB-B Cable USB cable supplied with the MS46131A VNA module. Connect from
a front panel USB connector on unit #4 to the VNA module #2.
15 1.8 meter DC Power Cable Connect from a 12V connector on unit #4 to the VNA module #2.
16 0.5 meter USB-A to USB-B Cable Connect from the USB-A connector on the MN25131A extender that
has a fiber connected on the rear panel of unit #4 to the USB-B input
on the rear panel of unit #4.
17a USB Headset Connect the headset to a USB connector on the front of unit #3.
17b,
18, 19
USB Accessories Connect the keyboard, mouse, and headset to the USB connectors
on the front of unit #4.
20 Remote Display Connect the remote display with the USB cable that has two A
connectors and one micro B connector to two of the USB ports on
the front of unit #4.
21 1.8 meter USB-A to USB-B Cable Connect the user PC to the USB-B input on the rear panel of unit #3.
22, 23 AC/DC power supply Power supply module and AC power cord. (Optional if you are using
batteries in the extender units (#3 and #4).)
a.The system requires the two MS46131As to have the PhaseLync cables connected to opposite color sockets.
Therefore Red-to-Green or Green-to-Red configurations are allowed. Both ends going to the same color will not work.
b.Cables #10, #11, and #12 are bundled together, along with a spare PhaseLync Optical Cable. The PhaseLync cable bundle
should be treated similarly to any high frequency measurement cabling. Avoid twisting or kinking and minimize tension on the
cable bundle as it is pulled off the cable reel. Pull the cable from the metal bulkhead clamp at the end of the assembly. Pay
particular attention to not stress the breakout cables at each end.
Table 5. ME7868A — 25 Meter System Components (2 of 2)
Ref # Item Comments

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System Turn On/Check
1. IMPORTANT: Use the PhaseLync Optical Cable Cleaning tool to clean the connections on the SFPs and
optical cables before connecting. Make sure that the protective caps are installed on any unused SFP
sockets.
2. For the 25-meter system:
a. Configure the user PC to share a duplicate display with the remote monitor. Push the Windows
and “P” keys on the keyboard simultaneously and then select the Duplicate mode for the projection
configuration.
b. The remote monitor will automatically be recognized in the Windows 10 environment. Consult the
manufacturer’s website for other drivers.
c. Continue with the steps in “Configure the User PC to support Dual Headsets (In Windows 10)”.
Configure the User PC to support Dual Headsets (In Windows 10)1
1. In Windows 10 click on the Start Button.
2. Type Sound, then click on Sound.
3. Note the device names.
4. Select the Recording tab open the first device.
1. Procedure may be different for other Window Operating Systems. Consult your PC documentation.
Figure 7 Control Panel — Sound
Figure 8 Sound Window — Playback Tab

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5. Select the Listen tab.
a. Check Listen to this device.
b. From the Playback through this device dropdown, select the second device
c. Click OK.
6. From the Recording tab open the second device.
7. Select the Listen tab.
a. Check Listen to this device.
b. From the Playback through this device dropdown, select the first device.
c. Click OK.
Figure 9 Sound Window — Recording Tab, Second Speaker
Figure 10 Sound Window — Listen Tab, First Speaker

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8. Once configured, leave the remote headset in the same USB Hub location to insure proper configuration
Installing the Shockline Application Software
1. Search for the MS46131A product at www.Anritsu.com and open the Downloads information.
2. Download and install the MS46131A ShockLine latest software onto the PC from the Anritsu website.
3. If the download is successful, a ShockLine icon will appear on your PC screen.
4. Run the ShockLine software installer as Administrator and follow the instructions displayed on the
monitor to complete the installation of the software into the PC.
Running the Shockline Application
1. Start the Shockline Application by double clicking on the Shockline Icon on the PC desktop.
2. A Shockline splash screen will appear as the application is initiating:
3. When the configuration display appears, select the appropriate port for each MS46131A VNA and select
which VNA will be the Master (the Master module is the one that will supply the frequency reference for
the system). The port selection refers to the serial number of each MS46131A and is important to
Note
By default the Shockline application is designed to run in Admin mode. To change the default, one
can right-click on the Shockline application icon and then select Properties. In Properties select the
Shortcut tab and the Advance button. In the Advanced Properties dialog, uncheck the Run as
administrator box and then OK. Now users with standard access to the PC will be able to log into the
PC and access the Shockline application.
Figure 11 ShockLine — Splash Screen

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confirm the port orientation in your setup. It is also important to maintain that configuration over time
to make sure the measurements are consistent for recalled setups. See Figure 12.
4. When fully in operate mode, the computer controlling the Shockline MS46131A Series VNAs displays the
main trace display with the application menus on the right side. See Figure 13.
Figure 12 ShockLine — Port and Master Configuration
Figure 13 ShockLine — Operating Mode
Note
When placing the Shockline MS46131A Series VNAs in operation, allow at least 30 minutes of
warm-up time in the operate mode before using the VNA to assure stable operation and the highest
possible accuracy.
Note Refer to the MS46131A Operation Manual and Measurement Guide for more detailed information
regarding using the application and making measurements.

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Customer PC requirements
CPU: Intel®Core™ i5-6300U Processor
RAM: 4 GB
Disk: 120 GB
DirectX: Version 9 with Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) installed
ShockLine software is compatible with Windows®7, 8, 8.1, or10; 32- or 64-bit operating systems.
USB: One USB 2.0 or higher type A port per MS46131A used.
To increase the number of USB ports available, an externally-powered USB hub may also be used.
Environmental Specifications
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2:
•Operating Temperature Range: -10 C to 55 C
•Storage Temperature Range: 51 C to 71 C
•Maximum Relative Humidity: 95% RH at 30 C, non-condensing
•Altitude: 600 meters, operating and non-operating
Regulatory
•European Union:
EMC 2014/30/EU, EN 6 1326:2013, CSPR 11/EN 55011, IEC/EN 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/8/11
•Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
•Safety EN 6010-1:2010
•RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU as amended by 2015/863 applies to instruments with CE marking
placed on the market after July 22, 2017.
•Australia and New Zealand: RCM AS/N25 4417-2012
•South Korea: KCC-REM-A21-0004
Warranty
One year from date of purchase

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ME7868A Supplemental Parts
Table 6. ME7868A Supplemental Parts
Part Number Description
2000-2006-R 1.8 meter DC Power Cable with 2.1 x 5.5 mm male connectors
2000-2005-R 1.8 meter USB-Type A to USB-Type B 3.0 Cable
2000-2004-R 0.5 meter USB-Type A to USB-Type B 3.0 Cable
2000-2027-R 2.0 meter USB3 A to Micro USB B +PWR Cable
2000-2009-R 3.0 meter USB-Type A to USB-Type B 2.0 Cable
2000-2011-R 2.0 meter Single-mode Fiber Cable
2000-2021-R USB Keyboard and Mouse
2000-2022-R USB Monitor
2000-2023-R USB Headset
68-11-R SFP Transceiver
2000-1984-R Optical Connector Cleaner Kit

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USA
http://www.anritsu.com