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VIA Echo™ Analyzer

VIA Echo™ Analyzer

VIA Echo™ Analyzer

Product catalog summary
Overview: The Echo is a versatile handheld device that functions as a Vector Impedance Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Frequency Domain Reflectometer (FDR), and Power Meter. It is designed for measuring antennas, networks, and cables, offering digital measurements and graphical sweep displays of impedance, RF power gain, or cable quality. The device operates within frequency ranges of 4MHz to 1.0GHz or 2.5GHz, making it suitable for various service applications.
Software Integration: The Echo comes with the Echo PC Vision™ software, which allows remote operation via USB and provides near real-time results on a PC. The software supports color Cartesian and Smith Charts for vector plot data, facilitating easy capture, storage, and printing of documentation and reports.
Key Features:
  • Simultaneous viewing of two separate plots with different scales.
  • Automatic calibration and self-test capabilities.
  • Large numeric display in CW mode.
  • S11 and S21 test ports, cable/fixture nulling.
  • 250 memory slots for plot storage and setup data.
  • Real-time display of plots on PC with Smith chart display.
  • Lightweight and portable with internal NiMH or NiCd recharger.
  • USB communication to PC.
Specifications:
  • Frequency range: 4MHz to 1.0 GHz or 2.5GHz.
  • Tuning/display resolution: 1KHz up to 1.1GHz, 10KHz for higher frequencies.
  • Input power range: +20/-60dBm.
  • FDR cable length: 35 to >10Kft (10 to >3300m).
  • Measurement speed: 2 Seconds/Sweep.
  • Impedance range: 2 to 2000 Ohms.
  • Power requirements: 13.8-20 VDC @ 500 mA or 8 AA batteries.
  • Size: 8.5”x4.3”x2.25” (216x109x57 mm), Weight: 2 lbs 3 oz (1Kg).
Models and Accessories: The Echo is available in different models (VIA Echo 1000, 1000 SF, 2500) and includes accessories such as PC Vision software, USB cable, AC adaptor, soft equipment case, belt case, calibration load set, N Terminator Set, and 8 AA NiMH batteries. Optional accessories include a pre-amplifier and 30dB attenuator.
Additional Features: The Echo supports CW mode, cable null, custom instrument settings, automatic internal calibration, fast frequency or width entry via keypad, and date/time stamped testing. PPT training is included.
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VIA Echo™ Analyzer-1

VIA Echo™ Analyzer US Patent 7,030,627 B1 The Echo is a handheld Vector Impedance Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Frequency Domain Reflectometer (FDR) and Power Meter for measuring antennas, networks, and cables. Echo has the capability of providing digital measurements and graphical sweep displays of impedance, RF power gain, or cable quality. The Echo’s testing functionality combined with it’s 4MHz to 1.0GHz or 2.5GHz frequency ranges makes it a versatile tool for numerous service applications. The Echo PC Vision™ software application, included with the VIA Echo, provides the user with the capability of remotely operating the VIA Echo through a USB port and view near realtime results or Echo’s stored tests on a PC. PC Vision provides color Cartesian and Smith Charts of vector plot data. The PC Vision software makes the capture, storage, and printing of documentation and reports easy. 4 Instruments in one hand-held package Vector Impedance Analyzer 3 Measurement Displays 2 graphical and 1 digital Spectrum Analyzer Broad or Narrow Spectrum Selection All information is subject to change without notice PC Vision Smith Chart

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VIA Echo™ Analyzer-2

VIA Echo Frequency Domain Reflector View cable performance at frequency in RL or SWR • CW mode • Cable Null • Custom instrument settings • Automatic internal calibration • Fast frequency or width entry via keypad • Date/Time stamped testing • PPT training included Specifications • Frequency range • Tuning/display resolution • Input power range • FDR cable length • Measurement speed • Frequency display width • Impedance range • Impedance plotting scales • Phase angle plotting scales • Impedance formats • Gain formats • Power meter • Harmonic and spurious • Output power • Power requirements • Antenna...

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