How to measure insertion loss in simple steps guide
When working with high-speed electronics and communication systems, understanding how to measure insertion loss is very important. It helps engineers check how much signal power is lost when a device or cable is added to a system. BitWise Laboratories provides advanced tools like the STEPScope to make this process accurate and easy. Insertion loss simply means the reduction in signal strength when a component is inserted into a signal path. It is usually measured in decibels (dB). The more loss, the weaker the signal becomes. Simple Steps to Measure Insertion Loss Let’s understand how to measure insertion loss in an easy way: Step 1: Take a reference measurement First, connect your signal source directly to the measuring device (like a power meter or analyzer). This gives you the original signal level, also called the baseline. Step 2: Insert the device Now, place the cable, connector, or component (Device Under Test – DUT) between the source and the measuring dev...