iVA – Cable & Antenna Analyzer

VSWR, Return Loss Measurement & Distance to Fault

The iVA Series Cable & Antenna Analyzer is an exciting new

product from Kaelus that enables users to accurately measure
VSWR/return loss and the location of the VSWR/return loss
faults in their RF infrastructure. The wireless connectivity allows
unprecedented measurement flexibility and opens up new &
important possibilities in sweep testing and multi-port testing.

The iVA is a rugged battery operated module that can be

remotely controlled with any Bluetooth enabled tablet, smart
phone, laptop computer or any of our iPA Series Portable
Passive Intermodulation analyzers.

PRODUCT FEATURES
Reinventing site certification sweep testing, dramatically reducing test time on site

Directly Measure insertion loss and isolation when using multiple iVA’s. Measure calculated insertion loss with a single iVA and
an RF short
Accurately measure swept VSWR/return loss and Distance-to-Fault in RF path

Can be used in conjunction with an iPA Series PIM Analyzer to directly measure insertion loss and isolation
Connect directly to the device under test; Eliminates the need for a phase stable cable in most cases
With the Kaelus iPA controlling the iVA, your RL data can be combined with your PIM data into a single report. Reports are
combined and completed on-site with no post-processsing required
Uses the Kaelus customer-proven iPA reporting workflow & taggin features to facilitate a faster, simpler and more efficient
workflow
Simple to operate, highly intuitive software user interface with the unique abilityn to generate and complete the test report
on-site

Geotag each test point, insert a Google Maps® snapshot directly into the report
Smart high power input protection when used with a Kaelus iPA

Multi-Port Testing Isolation Testing Antenna Testing

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IVA ANALYSIS MODE – RETURN LOSS

Return Loss
VSWR
iVA Analysis Modes
Cable Loss1
Distance-to-Fault (DTF)
Frequency Range 690 - 2700 MHz
Minimum Frequency Increment 1 kHz
Sweep Speed 4 ms per frequency point
Number of Measurement Points 2 to 2001
RF Output Power +5 dBm ± 3 dB
Return Loss Dynamic Range 0 – 40 dB
VSWR Dynamic Range 1 – 100
Cable Loss Dynamic Range1 0 – 20 dB
Applies over the temperature range −10°C to +45°C, with less than 5°C deviation
Return Loss Measurement Accuracy
from calibration temperature.
0 – 10 dB ± 0.3 dB
10 – 20 dB ± 0.6 dB
20 – 30 dB ± 1.5 dB
30 – 40 dB ± 4.0 dB
Calibrated Directivity 43 dB (typ)
Interference Immunity +10 dBm at 500 kHz offset from stimulus frequency
System Impedance 50 ohms

1.
Cable loss can be measured either as a 1-port measurement, with the far end of the cable terminated in an open or short circuit, or
directly measured for increased accuracy as a 2-port measurement using a second iVA

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IVA ANALYSIS MODE – N-PORT TRANSMISSION1

iVA Analysis Modes Transmission Loss Isolation

Frequency Range 690 - 2700 MHz
Minimum Frequency Increment 1 kHz
Sweep Speed 10 ms per frequency point
Number of Measurement Points 2 to 2001
RF Output Power +5 dBm
Dynamic Range 90 dB
Transmission Loss Measurement Accuracy
0 – 10 dB ± 1 dB
10 – 60 dB ± 2 dB
60 – 90 dB ± 3 dB
Interference Immunity
0 – 60 dB -5 dBm at 500 kHz offset from stimulus frequency
60 – 100 dB -25 dBm at 500 kHz offset from stimulus frequency

1.
The iVA offers a novel multi-port S-parameter test capability using multiple iVAs. Up to 7 units can be connected simultaneously via
Bluetooth, while up to 32 can be connected via USB. As an example, 6 iVAs could be used to perform measurements on a multi-port
antenna. This configuration would cover all 36 transmission pathways (6x6), including the return loss at each port (6 measurements),
and the transmission loss between every possible pair of ports (30 measurements). Return loss measurements made by the iVA
contain both both magnitude and phase information, while transmission loss measurements are limited to magnitude only.

IVA ANALYSIS MODE – SPECTRUM MONITOR

iVA Analysis Modes Amplitude vs. Frequency

Frequency Range 690 - 2700 MHz
Minimum Frequency Increment 1 kHz
Sweep Speed 2 ms per frequency point
Receiver Noise Figure 1 15 dB
Measurement Noise Floor −115 dBm Typical
Measurement Range +20 to −115 dBm
Measurement Accuracy ±3 dB
Maximum Input Power without Damage 2
+23 dBm
Input IP3 +18 dBm
Resolution Bandwidth 20 kHz
Interference Immunity
Preamp On −25 dBm at 500 kHz offset from stimulus frequency
Preamp Off −5 dBm at 500 kHz offset from stimulus frequency
Return Loss at iVA Test Port 10 dB (min) / 15 dB (typ)

1.
Preamp on.
2.
Damage can occur at input levels above +23dBm.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUED
INSTRUMENT CONTROL

User interface USB or Bluetooth supported user device with iVA Application Software installed
iPA Portable PIM Analyzer
Tablet computer (iOS & Android)
Supported Devices
Smartphone (iOS & Android)
PC, Windows 7 & 8 running .NET verison 4 or later
Communications Interface to iVA Bluetooth and USB 2.0
Bluetooth Antenna Integrated into housing

MAXIMUM INPUT ON RF PORT

RF +23dBm max
DC Voltage ±30V

ELECTRICAL

DC Power Consumption
Return Loss Mode 4.7W
Transmission Mode 4.7W
Spectrum Monitor Mode 3.7W
Standby (Idle) 0.6W
Battery Lithium-Ion 3.6V, 2350 mAh, 8.5Wh
Battery Charging Method USB-compatible power source connected to USB port of iVA
Battery Operating Time 8 Hours at typical usage factor

MECHANICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL

Dimensions 2.06 x 2.73 x 8.51in (52 x 69.5 x 216mm)

Weight 1.4 lbs (640 g)
RF Test Port Connector Type N male, 50Ω
USB Connector USB 2.0 Mini-B
Operating temperature range -10°C to +45°C
Storage temperature range -20°C to +60°C
Relative humidity 5% to 95% RH non-condensing
Altitude 15,000 ft (4,600 m) max
Ingress protection (IP) IP54 (operating)
Mechanical Shock & Vibration MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2, ETS 300 019-2-1, -2, -7
EN 61326-1:2013, EN 61326-2-1:2013, EN 55022:2010 “Class A”
EMC
EN 61000-4-2, 4-3, 4-4, 4-5, 4-6, 4-11

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ORDERING INFORMATION

MODEL PART # DESCRIPTION – CONTENTS

iVA-0727A-NC Cable & Antenna Analyzer 690-2700MHz
– R18-0640 1’ (30cm) USB Cable
– R18-0832 10’ (3cm) USB Cable
– R29-4362 AC Wall Charger 5V 2A USB
iVA-0727-HC iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer with Hard Case
– iVA-0727A-NC Cable & Antenna Analyzer 690-2700MHz
– iAK-0200A-00 Single unit Hard Case Kit
iVA-0727A-SK iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer System with Basic Accessory Kit
– iVA-0727A-NC Cable & Antenna Analyzer 690-2700MHz
– iAK-0200A-01 Single unit Hard Case Kit w/ Adapters
iVA-0727A-SK iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer System with Standard Accessory Kit
– iVA-0727A-NC Cable & Antenna Analyzer 690-2700MHz
– iAK-0200A-02 Single unit Hard Case Kit w/ Adapters and Calibration Kit
iVA-0727A-PK iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer System with Premium Accessory Kit
– iVA-0727A-NC Cable & Antenna Analyzer 690-2700MHz
– iAK-0210A-02 Premium Hard Case Kit w/ Adapters, Calibration Kit, Phase Stable Cable and Battery Bank

Accessory Kit Part # DESCRIPTION – CONTENTS

iAK-0200A-00 Single unit Hard Case Kit
iAK-0200A-01 Single unit Hard Case Kit w/ Adapters
Single unit Hard Case Kit w/ Adapters and Calibration Kit
iAK-0200A-02
-03 N Type Male Calibration Kit, -04 DIN Female Calibration Kit, -05 DIN Male Calibration Kit
Premium Hard Case Kit w/ Adapters, Calibration Kit, Phase Stable Cable and Battery Bank
iAK-0210A-02
-03 N Type Male Calibration Kit, -04 DIN Female Calibration Kit, -05 DIN Male Calibration Kit

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