PicoVNA-R06 6GHz Portable Vector Network Analyzer And Reflectometer
Benefits of the PicoVNA-R06 for Time-Domain Measurements, Smith Chart Display, and S11/S21 Measurements
- Super-compact 1-port USB PC VNA for S11 and S21 measurements and time-domain measurements.
- Frequency range: 300 kHz to 6 GHz.
- Measures amplitude and phase for S11 in less than 100 µs per measurement point.
PicoVNA-R06 6 GHz Portable Vector Network Analyzer And Reflectometer
The PicoVNA-R06 brings vector network analysis out of the lab. With a measurement range from 300 kHz to 6 GHz, it measures both amplitude and phase for S11 in less than 100 µs per measurement point—fast enough to immediately detect the effects of an adjustment—as well as S21 transmission measurements. This makes it the ideal solution for characterizing antennas, cables, and passive components directly at the point of use. With its integrated electronic calibrator, the device can be recalibrated in a matter of seconds, thereby correcting for temperature drift that accumulates under changing environmental conditions. Thanks to its IP66-rated enclosure, the PicoVNA-R06 is suitable for field use. Power is supplied and data is transferred via USB-C.
- 1-port portable USB-C PC-VNA (vector network analyzer) and reflectometer.
- Ideal solution for characterization of antennas, cables, and passive components where they are installed rather than where the instrument happens to sit.
- Integrated time-domain reflectometry.
- 300 kHz to 6 GHz vector measurement.
- Measures both magnitude and phase for S11 and S21 through Type N female test ports,.
- Multiple calibration methods available.
- Fast sweeps: S11 measurement at under 100 µs per point, sweeping 201 points in 20.2 ms, for real-time response while tuning and troubleshooting.
- Low trace noise: down to 0.008 dB RMS typical, resolving small insertion loss changes and passband ripple that a noisier instrument would mask.
- Onboard electronic calibration: recharacterize the instrument in seconds to minimize temperature drift in outdoor environments.
- Time-domain analysis: built-in time-domain reflectometry and transmission (TDR/TDT) to locate and characterize discontinuities along a transmission path, with no hardware module to swap.
- Cross-platform software for the life of the instrument: PicoVNA 5 on Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, and Raspberry Pi OS, with every feature included and no license to buy.
- Automation: a standalone API with examples in C, C++ and Python, plus an industry-standard SCPI remote interface.
Model Overview
| Model | PicoVNA-R06 |
| Ports | 1 |
| S parameters | S11, S21 |
| Frequency range | 300 kHz...6.4 GHz |
| Measurement bandwidth | 140 kHz, 70 kHz, 35 kHz, 15 kHz, 10 kHz, 5 kHz, 1 kHz, 500 Hz, 100 Hz, 50 Hz, 10 Hz |
| Dynamic range | Typ. -80 dB (0.3...2 GHz), -70 dB (2...6 GHz) |
| Max. input level | 0 dB typ. (0.1 dB compression); +23 dBm (no damage) |
| Test signal power | 0...-20 dBm |
| Power setting resolution | 0.1 dB |
| Frequency setting resolution | 10 Hz |
| Frequency accuracy | ±1.5 |
| Sweep points | 51 to 10,001 points |
| Sweep speed | 201 points S11: 20.2 ms; S11+S21: 33.1 ms |
| Display formats | Amplitude (logarithmic and linear), phase, group delay, VSWR, real, imaginary, Smith chart, polar, time domain |
| Test port connectors | 2x Type N, female |
| Interfaces | USB-C, SCPI, API for C/C++/Python |
| Dimensions (mm) | 187 x 81 x 41, 0.47 kg |
Included:
PQ466 - PicoVNA-R06 6 GHz 1 port VNA - Lite Kit
PicoVNA-R06 module, user guide, RF combination spanner, Type N protective end cap, carry case, and USB full featured Type-C plug - plug 1.8 m blue.
PQ467 - PicoVNA-R06 6 GHz 1 port VNA - Advanced Kit
PicoVNA-R06 module, user guide, RF combination spanner, 12 V PSU, USB full featured Type-C plug - plug 1.8 m blue, USB3.2 Type-C plug-Type-A plug 0.9 m Blue, SMA(f) to SMA(f) adaptor, SMA(m) to SMA(m) adaptor, precision sleeved coaxial cable SMA (60 cm), N(f) to SMA(f) adaptor, N(f) to N(f) adaptor, N(f) to SMA(m) adaptor, IEC lead UK C13, IEC lead EU C13, IEC lead US C13, IEC lead Aus C13, carry case, and Type N protective end cap.
Information on product safety:
Manufacturer:
Pico Technology Ltd., James House, Colmworth Business Park, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 8YP/GBR
www.picotech.com
Responsible person:
Meilhaus Electronic GmbH, Am Sonnenlicht 2, 82239 Alling/DEU
info@meilhaus.com
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