Adding a General Network (Data Matrix)

Define a general non-radiating network using network parameter matrices. In the network schematic view, interconnect the networks (cascading) and excite or load the network ports.

1. On the Source/Load tab, in the Loads/networks group, click the  Network icon.

   
   

   

   
   Figure 1. The Add general network dialog.

2. Under Data type, select one of the following network parameters:
   • S-matrix
   • Z-matrix
   • Y-matrix
3. Under Source, specify one of the following:
   • To import the network parameters from file, select Touchstone file.
     Note: Only Touchstone format v1.1 is supported.
   • To specify the coupling parameters, select Specify network manually.
     • Specify the coupling parameters and the reference impedance.
4. In the Number of network terminals field, specify the number of network terminals.
5. In the Label field, add a unique label for the general network.
6. Click the Create button to create the general network and to close the dialog.