The Pico VNA-R06 is a compact vector network analyzer for reflection and transmission measurements in the frequency range from 300 kHz to 6.4 GHz. It supports the S11 and S21 measurement parameters and offers measurement bandwidths ranging from 140 kHz to 10 Hz. Depending on the measurement task, you can choose between high measurement speed and lower noise.
Four display channels, each with two measurement curves, are available for data analysis. Measurement values can be displayed as logarithmic or linear amplitude, phase, group delay, VSWR, real and imaginary parts, Smith chart, polar plot, or in the time domain, among other options. In addition, the device supports averaging, smoothing, and Hanning and Kaiser-Bessel filtering for time-domain measurements.
The integrated signal generator covers 300 kHz to 6.4 GHz with a frequency resolution of 10 Hz. The test signal level is adjustable from 0 to -20 dBm in 0.1-dB steps. Sweep plans with up to 10,001 points are supported; with 201 points, the sweep time is 20.2 ms for S11 and 33.1 ms for S11 + S21 under the conditions specified in the data sheet.
The device connects to the control PC via USB-C. For automated test tasks, a standalone API with examples in C, C++, and Python is available, as well as SCPI remote control via VNA Control 5. Supported operating systems include Linux, Windows 10 or later, macOS 11 or later, and Raspberry Pi 4 or later. The Pico VNA-R06 measures 280 x 174 x 61 mm without connectors and weighs 2.1 kg.
The Pico VNA-R06 Advanced Kit PQ467 supplements the basic package with a power supply, precision coaxial cable, a USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable, and a complete set of Type-N and SMA adapters.
Product Features:
- Frequency Range: 300 kHz to 6.4 GHz
- Measurement Parameters: S11 and S21
- Measurement bandwidths: 140 kHz, 70 kHz, 35 kHz, 15 kHz, 10 kHz, 5 kHz, 1 kHz, 500 Hz, 100 Hz, 50 Hz, and 10 Hz
- Sweep time at 201 points: 20.2 ms for S11 or 33.1 ms for S11 + S21 (at a 140 kHz measurement bandwidth and 10 MHz to 6.4 GHz)
- Number of sweep points: 51, 101, 201, 401, 801, 1024, 2001, 4001, 9001, or 10001
- Frequency resolution: 10 Hz
- Frequency accuracy: 10 ppm max. at 23 ±3 °C
- Test signal level: 0 to -20 dBm, adjustable in 0.1-dB increments
- Maximum input level: +27 dBm without damage
- 4 display channels, each with 2 measurement curves
- Display formats: Amplitude (logarithmic and linear), phase, group delay, VSWR, real part, imaginary part, Smith chart, polar plot, and time domain
- Markers: 8 markers; Functions for normal, delta, and fixed markers, peak/min hold, and 3-dB and 6-dB bandwidth
- Test port connectors: Type N, female
- Controller interface: USB-C
- Support for external test software via standalone API with examples in C, C++, and Python, as well as SCPI remote control via VNA Control 5
- Dimensions: 280 x 174 x 61 mm (L x W x H), excluding connectors
- Weight: 2.1 kg
- Supported host operating systems: Linux, Windows 10 or later, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later, and Raspberry Pi 4 or later