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Manual or Electronic Calibration? Field Test Results with Bird’s VNA

August 27th, 2025

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By Bird Applications Team

 

See why ECal changes the game.
In this side-by-side demonstration, we compare Bird’s Electronic Calibration (ECal) Module to manual calibration—so you can decide which method fits your workflow best.

You’ll see how ECal:

  • Saves time – Complete calibration in minutes

  • Reduces connection wear – Fewer port and cable changes

  • Minimizes button clicks – Simple, streamlined process

  • Cuts error risk – More consistent, repeatable results

Perfect for engineers and technicians who want faster, more reliable calibration without sacrificing accuracy.

 

Bird Applications Team

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

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