The Ranatec Butler Matrix supports multichannel MIMO testing for up to 4+4 antenna ports, over a large frequency range. It covers all present Bluetooth and WIFI bands from 2.4 to 7.125 GHz. The Ranatec Butler Matrix can also be used for antenna array beamforming and interface testing for multiple systems in the frequency range, and for multichannel multipath emulation.
4×4 Butler Matrix (RI 3041)
The Ranatec 4×4 Butler Matrix operates from 2.4 to 8 GHz, supporting MIMO and beamforming with low loss and compact design.
The Ranatec 4×4 Butler Matrix (RI 3041) operates from 2.4 to 8 GHz, providing beamforming for phased array antennas and supporting multichannel MIMO testing with up to 4 transmit and 4 receive ports. It features low insertion loss, high isolation, and compact dimensions, ideal for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth testing.
Applications
Features
MIMO testing for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
The Ranatec Butler Matrix supports multichannel MIMO testing for up to 4+4 antenna ports, over a large frequency range. It covers all present Bluetooth and WIFI bands from 2.4 to 7.125 GHz. The Ranatec Butler Matrix can also be used for antenna array beamforming and interface testing for multiple systems in the frequency range, and for multichannel multipath emulation.
Ordering
RI 3041 Butler Matrix
The mounting brackets are ordered as option.
Specifications
| Frequency range | 2.4-8 GHz | |
| Return loss (50 Ohm reference) | 13 dB typical | VSWR = 1.6 |
| Output phase deviation from nominal |
<±10° typical | |
| Output amplitude deviation from nominal |
<±1.5 dB | Nominal is equal amplitude in the 4 output ports |
| Insertion loss | <8 dB | 6 dB of total 8 dB is splitting loss (1:4) |
| Isolation | >13 dB | Measured as isolation between input ports |
| Maximum power | 5 W | Total input power (average) |
| Number of input ports | 4 | |
| Number of output ports | 4 | |
| Connector type | SMA-F | |
| Dimensions (WxLxT) | 138x131x19 mm | |
| Mass | 0.25 kg |
Technical Drawings
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