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

August 27th, 2025

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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.

Bird Applications Team

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

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