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The VIA Bravo product line is a family of general purpose vector impedance analyzers used to measure impedance and resonant frequencies of circuits and antennas from 100 kHz to 200 MHz. VIA Bravo analyzers are available in both single port (S11) and dual port (S11/S21) versions. Applications include Commercial Radio, Aviation, and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID).

The VIA Bravo is a handheld Vector Impedance Analyzer for measuring the impedance & resonant frequencies of circuits and antennas. The Analyzer has the capability of providing accurate measurements and sweep displays of impedance, reactance, resistance, phase angle, return loss, SWR, and relative spectrum analysis. The VIA Bravo's testing functionality, combined with its 100 kHz to 200 MHz frequency range, make it a versatile tool for many service applications. The VIA Bravo is being used in areas such as MRI, wireless telemetry, 2 way radio, aviation, and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID).

The VIA Bravo Analyzer is available in three versions with the capability of simultaneously displaying two separate measurement graphs and the respective scales.


The versions include the standard S11 Bravo, the eXtra Fine frequency resolution S11 Bravo XF, and the full S21 network analyzer Bravo II. A Smith Chart displaying the measured circuit impedances is also available using the Bravo PC Vision software in conjunction with a PC.

The Bravo PC Vision Software application, included with the VIA Bravo!, provides the user with the capability of remotely operating the VIA Bravo through a serial port connection while viewing Real-Time results on a P.C. The software makes the capture, storage, and printing of documentation and reports easy.

The VIA Bravo has proven to save time, improve on reliability and quality, and reduce service wait time.

FEATURES
Windows™ Bravo PC Vision software included.
Smith Chart Display.
Signal Generator Mode - CW signal generator.
Simultaneously view two separate plots with differing scales.
Measure Parallel or Series Resistance & Reactance.
Nonvolatile memories for both Plot Storage and Setup data.
Real Time Display of plots on PC.
Lightweight and portable.
EL Backlit Supertwist LCD Display for sharp contrast.
Large numeric display of Center Frequency graph values and Inductance or Capacitance values.
EASY transfer of memories in unit to software.
Automatic Calibration and Self-test.
Cable/Fixture Nulling.
Auditory cues for non-visual tuning.
SPECIFICATION
Range: 100 KHz to 200 MHz
Display Resolutions: < 0.02% of center Frequency - < 0.0025% of center Frequency - Bravo XF
Measurement speed: ~2 sweeps / second
Frequency display width: 0 to 25.6MHz/80 data points/Large readouts - 0 to 32 MHz/100 data points/small readouts - 51.6 and 64 MHz widths at higher Frequencies
Impedance Range: 2 to 2000 Ohms
Impedance plotting scales: 0 to 100 Ohms Min, 0 to 2000 Ohms Max
Impedance Formats: Resistance, Reactance, Z, Z Angle, SWR, R , S11 vector Also Gain & Gain Phase in Bravo II
Phase angle plotting scales: +/- 15 to +/- 180 Degrees
Harmonic and spurious: >30 dB below fundamental
Output power: ~ +5 dBm @ 50 Ohms
Serial interface speeds: 4800 to 57.6K bps
Power requirements: 10-20 VDC @ 400 mA. minimum or 8 AA(Alk or NiMH)
Size: 8.5
Weight: 20 oz.
BENEFITS
Saves Time.
Reduces Service Wait Time.
Improves Reliability.
Improves Quality.
INCLUDES
Soft Belt Case: 5001-1002
Serial Cable, DB9-to-audio jack, 6ft(2m) : 0070-1201
Calibration Load Set, N male : 6015-1301
Bravo PC Vision Software : 6014-1220
AC adaptor, 90-240 VAC, 50-60Hz : 5001-0202
PRODUCT OPTIONS
NiMH Batteries (8 AA) & Charger Kit: 0010-0020
Soft Carrying Case: 6015-1002
DC Vehicle Adapter: 5001-0250
Calibration Load Set, N female: 6015-1302
Certificate of Calibration: 6000-0402
DC Extender Cable, 20 ft (6m): 0070-1200
Hard Carrying Case: 6015-1003
Adapters, N-to-SMA & Calibration Kit: 6025-0260
Adapter, N-to-TNC: 0070-1134
Adapter, N-to-SO-239: 0070-1195
Adapter, N-to-BNC: 0070-1190
Antenna Testing
Antenna Isolation Testing
Cable Fault Locating
Cable Impedance Testing
Cable Measuring
Circuit Analysis
Circuit Gain/Loss
MRI Coil Testing
Network Analysis
Power Meter Reading
Spectrum Analysis
Vector Impedance Analysis
NMR Coil Testing/Tuning
Amateur
Aviation
CATV/Broadband
Government
Laboratory
Military
MRI or NMR Coil Testing
Railroad
RFID
Telco
Wireless (Broadcast)
Wireless (Land Mobile)
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