X-Parameters
X-parameters* are mathematically correct extension of S-parameters to characterize the relative phase and amplitudes of harmonics generated by non-linear components under large input power levels at all ports. It correctly characterizes impedance mismatches and frequency mixing behavior to allow accurate simulation of cascading non-linear X-parameter blocks, such as amplifiers and mixers in wireless design. Keysight’s Advanced Design System (ADS) software is engineered specifically to simulate and generate X-parameter models of multi-port, non-linear components or devices under load pull conditions.
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* "X-parameters" is a registered trademark of Keysight Technologies. The X-parameter format and underlying equations are open and documented. For more information click here.
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Video - Keysight NVNA and X-Parameter Simulation in ADS
This 17 minute seminar discusses the NVNA technology and shows how it measures non-linear X-parameters, generates the PHD model, and imports it into ADS to do design, simulation, and verification with HB, CE, and Ptolemy.
Seminar Materials 2009-02-04 |
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PHD X-Parameters Demo ADS Project File
Advanced Design System (ADS) project file demoing NVNA and X-Paramaters
Seminar Materials 2008-09-12 |
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Video - Maury Load Pull with X-Parameters in Advanced Design System
This 7 minute video shows how a measured load pull X-parameters MDIF file is directly transferred into ADS for simulation and design. The power added efficiency and power contours are simulated and displayed in ADS for optimum load pull design.
Seminar Materials 2009-02-04 |
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PHD X-parameters Demo with Maury Load Pull
Advanced Design System (ADS) project file demoing PHD X-Parameters with Maury LoadPull
Seminar Materials 2008-12-15 |
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