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Step-by-Step: 1-Port Calibration with Bird’s VNA

August 27th, 2025

1 min. read

By Bird Applications Team

 

Get reliable results—every time.
This tutorial walks you through performing a 1-port calibration on Bird’s Vector Network Analyzer, from connecting standards to fine-tuning sweep settings.

You’ll learn:

  • Calibration standards – How to use open, short, and load

  • Interface navigation – Finding and adjusting key settings quickly

  • Sweep optimization – Getting precise, repeatable results in the field

Designed for field technicians and RF engineers, this guide gives you practical tips to get the most from your VNA and ensure your measurements are always trustworthy.

Ready for the Next Calibration Step?

Learn how to perform a 2-port calibration for accurate S21 and insertion loss measurements.

 Watch the 2-Port Calibration Guide

Bird Applications Team

Applied RF know-how from Bird engineers—field-tested techniques, measurement methods, and troubleshooting.

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