iVA Series

Cable and Antenna Analyzer

The iVA series Cable & Antenna Analyzer is an exciting new product from Kaelus that enables users to accurately measure and locate 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.

FEATURES

  • Reinventing site certification sweep testing, dramatically reducing test time on site
  • Directly measure insertion loss and isolation when using multiple iVAs. 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
  • Simple and robust Bluetooth connection to a tablet PC or connect with USB or Bluetooth to a laptop computer
  • Connect directly to the device under test; eliminates the need for a phase stable cable in most cases
  • Uses the Kaelus customer-proven iPA reporting workflow & tagging features to facilitate a faster, simpler and more efficient workflow
  • 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-processing required
  • Simple to operate, highly intuitive software user interface with the unique ability to generate and complete the test report onsite
  • Geotag each test point, insert a Google Maps® snapshot directly into the report
  • Handy Spectrum Monitor mode for interference checking
  • Stimulus mode allows iVA to be used as a signal generator. Can be configured to cycle through a number of frequencies, with a user-defined dwell time at each frequency
  • N Type or 4.3-10 Connector options available

technical specifications
key specifications
iVA analysis modes Return loss, VSWR, Cable loss, Distance-to-fault (DTF), Transmission loss, Isolation, Spectrum monitor,
Frequency range 560MHz - 2750MHz
Minimum frequency increment 1kHz all modes
Number of measurement points 1 to 2191
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
iva analysis mode - return loss
Sweep speed 4ms per frequency point
RF Output power 0dBm ± 3dB
Return loss dynamic range 40dB
VSWR Dynamic range 1 - 100:1
Cable loss measurement range* 0 - 20dB
Return loss measurement accuracy Applies over the temperature range −10°C to +45°C, with less than 5°C deviation from calibration temperature.
0 - 10dB ± 0.4dB
10 - 20dB ± 0.6dB
20 - 30dB ± 1.5dB
30 - 40dB ± 4.0dB
Calibrated directivity 43dB typical
Interference immunity +10dBm at 500kHz offset from stimulus frequency
System impedance 50ohms
  * 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
iva analysis mode - spectrum monitor
Sweep speed 2ms per frequency point
Measurement range  
Low power range -35 to -115dBm (software default)
High power range +20 to -50dBm
Receiver noise figure (low power range) 15dB
Resolution bandwidth 20kHz
Displayed average noise level (RBW = 20kHz) -115dBm low power range, -50dBm high power range
Measurement accuracy ±3dB
Maximum input power without damage +23dBm
Input IP3 (low power range) +18dBm
Interference immunity  
Low power range −25dBm at 500kHz offset from stimulus frequency (software default)
High power range −5dBm at 500kHz offset from stimulus frequency
Return loss at iVA test port 10dB minimum / 15dB typical
stimulus mode
Number of carriers  
Minimum 1
Maximum Unlimited
Dwell time  
Minimum 500ms
Maximum Unlimited
RF output power 0dBm ± 3dB
instrument control
User interface USB or Bluetooth supported user device with iVA application software installed
Supported Devices iPA Portable PIM Analyzer
Tablet computer (iOS & Android)
Smartphone (iOS & Android)
PC, Windows 7,8 & 10 running .NET verson 4 or later
Communications interface to iVA Bluetooth and USB 2.0
Bluetooth antenna Integrated into housing
Maximum input power on RF port +23dBm maximum, DC voltage ±30V
mechanical
Dimensions H x D x W 52 x 69.5 x 216mm | 2.06 x 2.73 x 8.51in
Weight 0.68kg | 1.5 lbs
Connector 1 RF test port
iVA-0627A: Type N male, 50 ohms
iVA-0627B: 4.3-10 male, 50 ohms
Connector 2 USB 2.0 Mini-B (for charging and connection to iPA or PC)
Mechanical Shock & Vibration MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2, ETS 300 019-2-1, -2, -7
environmental
Temperature range -10°C to +55°C | +14°F to +131°F (operational)
Ingress protection IP54
Altitude 4600m | 15,000ft maximum
Compliance EMC- EN 61326-1:2013, EN 61326-2-1:2013, EN 55022:2010 “Class A”
EN 61000-4-2, 4-3, 4-4, 4-5, 4-6, 4-11
Safety- EN 61010-1:2012, EN 61010-030:2012
Operational humidity 5% to 95% RH non-condensing
Storage temperature range -20°C to +60°C | -4°F to +140°F
ordering information
Part Number Description
iVA-0627A-NC iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer System, Type N male connector with Neoprene Soft Case
iVA-0627A-HC iVA Cable and Antenna Analyzer System, Type N male connector with Hard Case
iVA-0627A-BK iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer System,Type N male connector with Basic Accessory Kit
iVA-0627A-SK-02 iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer System, Type N male connector with Standard Accessory Kit
iVA-0627A-PK-02 iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer System, Type N male connector with Premium Accessory Kit
Note: Change A to B for 4.3-10 Connector Eg. iVA-0627B-NC iVA Cable & Antenna Analyzer System, 4.3-10 male connector with Neoprene Soft Case
how to order
Kaelus offers our customers a variety of channels to fit their network and delivery requirements:
 Contact our customer service team at +1.303.768.8080 or toll free at +1.800.498.1352 for technical support, unit pricing and availability.
 
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