Rohde and Schwarz ZVL13 13.6 GHz Vector Network Analyzer)

The Rohde & Schwarz ZVL13 is a compact vector network analyzer that combines network analysis, spectrum analysis, and power measurement capabilities in a single instrument. Designed for development, production, and service environments, it eliminates the need to reconfigure devices under test when switching between S-parameter and spectrum analysis modes. The ZVL13 supports flexible measurement workflows in laboratory and production settings, with remote-control switching between operating modes and direct integration of R&S®NRP-Z power sensors via USB.

Technical Specifications

Frequency Coverage: 9 kHz to 13.6 GHz (specified); 5 kHz to 15 GHz (overrange) Dynamic Range: >95 dB typical 105 dB (up to 13.6 GHz); >100 dB typical 105 dB (20 MHz to 10 GHz); >90 dB typical 100 dB (300 kHz to 20 MHz); >75 dB typical 85 dB (9 kHz to 300 kHz) Measurement Bandwidth: 10 Hz to 500 kHz Test Points: Up to 4001 points per sweep Trace Noise: <0.005 dB (rms)

Key Features

• Calibration methods: transmission/reflection normalization, OSM (one-port), TOSM (two-port), one-path two-port


• Unlimited traces and channels with overlay display capability


• Sweep modes: linear, logarithmic, segmented


• Unlimited upper/lower limit lines with graphical pass/fail evaluation


• Trace mathematics (Data/Mem, Data-Mem)


• Reference plane offset: automatic or manual electrical/mechanical shifting


• Phase linearity determination


• Remote-control compatibility with R&S®ZVA, R&S®ZVB, and third-party instruments


• Data formats: *.SNP, *.CSV, *.DAT


• Screen export: *.WMF, *.EMF, *.BMP

Spectrum Analysis Option The R&S®ZVL-K1 option adds spectrum analyzer functions including channel power, adjacent channel power, occupied bandwidth, CCDF measurement, and 20 MHz I/Q demodulation bandwidth.

Compatibility & Integration Direct USB connection to R&S®NRP-Z power sensor series. Compatible with test automation systems and third-party instrument control platforms.