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Applied instruments manufactures test and measurement equipment for the broadband telecommunications industry. products include carrier generators, signal level meters, rf switches, spectrum analyzers and a return alignment system.

New and used test equipment, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, signal generators, power supplies, network and signal analyzers and more

The correct way to calibrate the MFJ-259B analyzer

Pc based test and measurement equipment and instrumentation: digital oscilloscope, logic analyzer and spectrum analyzer.

Spanish makers or signal generators, spectrum analyzers, testers

Digital multimeters, power supplies, frequency counters, RF analyzers, signal generators

A 50 MHz homemade RF spectrum analyzer

Intermittent fluctuations of SWR readings with MFJ 259B antenna analyzer.

Broadband instruments, R and microwave components and filters, field analyzers, spectrum analyzers

AudioXplorer is a sound analyzer software designed for Mac OSX, provide a real-time analysis window where you can visualize the sound spectrum and sonogram

An article and buyers guide about antenna anlyzers, undestanding differences among popular RF analyzers in the market

A summary or tutorial about the basics of the spectrum analyzer, what it is and what it is used for.

A 500 kHz to 5.5GHz 2-port vector network analyzer designed for use with any Linux, Windows or MacOS computer. High performance: up to 80 dB dynamic range in the MHz range; up to 40 dB in the GHz range

New unused surplus and used electronic test and laboratory equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators and oscilloscope

What you really need to know about spectrum analyzers

Right Mark Audio Analyzer is a suite designed for testing quality of any audio devices, be it a sound card, an MP3 player, a consumer CD/DVD player or a radio.

Naptech buys and sells quality test equipment from hp, tektronix, including spectrum analyzers & peripherals, oscilloscope, frequency counters timers, signal generators, multimeters & voltmeters, RF & power meters, microwave amplifiers

The SARK-110 is a completely new design concept for an Antenna Analyzer. This is a truly pocket size device, so you can take it anywhere. It offers a gorgeous 3" high-resolution, active-matrix color display that allows information-rich diagrams, works from 0.1 to 230MHz

A world leading developer of spectrum analyzers, RF system, test equipment and microwave solutions

Constructing a high-performance RF spectrum analyzer up to 1000 MHz requires careful attention to component selection, shielding, and circuit isolation. This resource details a project that improves upon the _Spectrum Analyzer for the Radio Amateur_ design by Wes Hayward (W7ZOI) and Terry White (K7TAU), incorporating ideas from Scotty Sprowls' project, particularly his 1013.3 MHz IF bandpass cavity filter. The analyzer utilizes a Mini-Circuits SRA-11 mixer with a sweeping local oscillator from 1013 to 2013 MHz, feeding into a 4-pole copper pipe cavity filter. The design employs a second SRA-11 mixer with a fixed 1024 MHz LO to produce a 10.7 MHz final IF. This signal then passes through narrowband resolution filters and is processed by Analog Devices AD603 and AD8307 ICs for IF amplification and logarithmic detection, driving an oscilloscope in X/Y mode. The project emphasizes modular construction, using salvaged components and double-sided FR4 material for PCBs, with critical notes on minimizing spurious images through effective shielding and proper voltage regulation for each module. Key components include a Z-Communications V585ME48 VCO for the first LO and a Z-Comm V583ME01 VCO controlled by a Motorola MC145151 PLL for the second LO. An optional Hittite HMC307 step attenuator and K&L 5L121-1000/T5000-O/O low-pass filter manage RF input. Tuning procedures for the 10.7 MHz IF resolution filter are also detailed, showing before-and-after spectrum views.

In this article the author analyze six different type of VHF handheld antennas and as result of his self training on his new vector network analyzer published this interesting report

Test and measurement instrumentation, AC & DC power supplies, power sources and analyzers, data acquisition systems and boards

Article on how to use logic analyzers for testing complex logic-digital circuits

An inexpensive spectrum analyzer for the radio amateur, with a respectable performance and a quite good dynamic range. Schematic and basic information on how spectrum analyzers works.

Operating a modern amateur radio station, particularly for advanced digital modes or microwave experiments, often requires precise test and measurement equipment. This resource from NI (National Instruments), now part of Emerson, showcases a wide array of hardware and software solutions designed for demanding test objectives. Their portfolio includes modular instruments and configurable software interfaces, such as _LabVIEW_ and _TestStand_, which integrate AI assistance via _NI Nigel™ AI_ for code completion and sequence building. For those involved in RF and microwave work, the offerings extend to vector signal transceivers, RF signal generators, software-defined radios, and spectrum analyzers. These tools are crucial for characterizing antenna performance, optimizing transceiver circuits, or developing custom radio systems. The company emphasizes its 50 years of innovation, with 40 years dedicated to _LabVIEW_, highlighting a long-standing commitment to engineering solutions. The site also details products for data acquisition, electronic test, and wireless design, covering components like CompactDAQ modules for precise sensor measurements and various communication bus interfaces. Their events and perspectives sections offer insights into topics such as 5G technology and strategies for breaking out of testing silos, providing a broader context for their measurement solutions.

Modifying an MFJ-259B Antenna Analyzer to operate on 630 meters

Available worldwide can be used as Arduino Shield or plug it in to you PC , or with a bluetooth adapter connect to Android. With a highly optimized software, KAI200 brings you: a. Antenna analyzer form 1 up to 200 Mhz; b. WSPR transmiter (set up by serial terminal); c. Square Wave Signal generator KAI200 is all you need for your radio whatever it is Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood or Drake and DIY projects.

Times Technologies Vector Impedance Analyzer Review

New, used, & reconditioned electronic test & measurement equipment sales, rentals, & service. Agilent/HP Spectrum Analyzers, Tektronix Oscilloscopes, Fluke Calibrators, & much more.

Delivering confidence to confront the most challenging microwave and RF designs. Spectrum Analyzers by Tektronix

KC901S Handheld vector antenna analyzer RF ANALYZER 3GHz S11 S21 Fieldmeter RF Source Spectrum

A Java multiplatform application used to find EEPROM locations for different radio settings. a very simple to use multi-platform Java application which can be used to find EEPROM locations for different transceiver settings. This information can then be used to send the right CAT commands to configure the radio remotely. Use this application on your own risk.

A calibration kit useful when you need known reference impedances to properly calibrate your vector network analyzers.

Bird Technologies, The RF Experts - manufacturer of Analyzers, Attenuators, Terminations & Loads, Duplexer and Triplexers and RF Wattmeters

Network Analyzer on an Arduino Shield which covers from 0-72MHz using an Analog Devices AD9851 DDS chip

Visualizing DXCC award progress often requires manual parsing of Logbook of the World (LoTW) reports, which can be time-consuming and prone to error. This web-based utility streamlines the process by allowing hams to upload their LoTW DXCC Credit Report spreadsheet, providing an interactive dashboard for tracking confirmed entities, bands, and modes. It processes .xlsx, .xls, and .csv files, performing all calculations client-side within the browser for privacy and speed. The tool presents a comprehensive stats overview, detailing total entities, confirmed slots, and overall completion percentage. It includes progress bars for bands from _160m_ through _2m_, and modes such as CW, Phone, and DIG. A sortable DXCC Entity Details Table lists each entity, its confirmed count, and specific missing band/mode slots, with a CSV export option. Further features include a Band/Mode Matrix grid for granular confirmed status per entity, toggles for specific bands like _6m_ and _2m_, and tracking for DXCC Challenge progress across 10 eligible HF/VHF bands. It also highlights nearly complete entities and identifies most-wanted DXCC entities based on the uploaded data.

The complete software suite to Edit, Analyze, Generate Statistics, View multiple logs simultaneously, Map QSOs, Import and Export to Cabrillo or ADIF files. The Contest Log Analyzer has been developed as a complete database management application, where you can create separate Databases, containing several Logs, a convenient way to save, in one place only, all your log files that accumulate over the years. It runs on Mac and Windows, and it is a commercial product.

The NanoVNA is a very compact handheld Vector Network Analyzer. The NanoVNA is tiny and portable analyzer, and it offers a high performance capabilities with an embedded lcd display.

Antenna Analyzer plus 500 is a multifunctional measuring instrument, very useful for amateur radio activity. Its size allows you to easily take it for relocation as well. Frequency range: 100KHz - 500MHz. Access directly via WiFi. Includes a dual-channel signal generator

Documents S21RC's construction of an impedance transformer harness for a VHF/UHF cross yagi, utilizing 20m of _RG179_ cable. Details the creation of a DIY RF sampler with a -50dB sampling output, primarily for measuring HF radio PA section output with a Spectrum Analyzer, also applicable for _Pure Signal_ transmission. Chronicles the deployment of a 200m long beverage antenna for the _S21DX IOTA_ operation in 2022, positioned 2m above ground. Discusses the construction of a 3-element short beam for 10m to replace a previous 2-element antenna, with assistance from S21DW. Provides guidance on operating cheap _PA-70_ and _PA-100_ type Chinese SSPAs using IRF530 MOSFETs, emphasizing the necessity of a final LPF. Outlines the design and construction of a fully isolated interface for radio-to-computer connections, supporting various digital modes with isolated ground, audio transformers for IN/OUT, optical isolation for CAT/CIV, and isolated PTT/COS lines. Includes a log of software updates, such as the _HMI/TFT for NX8048K070_ and _2.1.14 Lite_ release with bug fixes for PEP hold and gradual watt decay.

Enables Android users to operate various _miniVNA_ antenna analyzers via Bluetooth, USB, or Wi-Fi, providing a portable solution for RF measurements. The application supports full control over data acquisition, offering features like custom frequency range selection from 1 KHz to the VNA's full range, and automatic screen adaptation for diverse Android device resolutions. It facilitates intuitive, wizard-based calibration for both reflection and transmission modes, saving calibration data for different VNA types (Standard, Pro, Pro with Extender) to avoid repeated procedures. The software displays critical parameters such as SWR, |Z|, Return Loss, Phase, Rs, and |Xs| on 2-axis graphs or Smith charts, with multi-touch gestures for zoom and frequency shift. It includes a frequency generator mode with independent channels and attenuator control for the miniVNA Pro, along with a sweeper function. The cable data mode automatically calculates phase and loss, measures cable length from less than 1 meter to hundreds of meters, and includes a table of common coax cable velocity factors. An experimental X-tal mode measures resonance frequency, Rs, and Q. Data export options include CSV, ZPLOT, and S1P formats, with CSV import capability. The application also features an SM6ENG Audio mode for SWR tuning without visual reference and provides a miniVNA battery voltage indicator. It supports a wide frequency range, with the miniVNA Extender extending coverage up to **1500 MHz**. The application is compatible with Android version 2.2 and later, tested on devices like the _Galaxy TAB 7.7 P6800_.

Testing a Bencher YA-1 low-pass TVI filter with a spectrum analyzer with tracking generator.

TRS RenTelco provides new or used electronic test equipment for rent, lease or purchase. Solutions are provided for various type of equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes etc from leading manufacturers. Our products are widely used in communications, R&D, semiconductor, and wireless industries.

A project by LY3H of a complete Scalar USB network analyzer with freeware windows software, sweep range 100 kHz to 160 MHz, powered by USB.

An home made simple spectrum analyzer project includes pictures and diagram.

Unlock the secrets of RF signal optimization in a presentation covering Balun essentials, diverse types, SWR Analyzer checks, revealing results, Ferrite impedance measurements, and practical applications on feeders and house conductors.

Product description of the AIM4170D Antenna analyzer

Presents Wayne Kerr Electronics, a manufacturer specializing in precision component measurement products. The company offers a range of LCR meters, impedance analyzers, and transformer test systems designed for various applications in electronics manufacturing and research. Specific product lines include the 3260B Precision Magnetics Analyzer, which measures inductance, capacitance, and resistance with high accuracy, and the 6500B series of LCR meters, capable of testing components across a broad frequency range up to 120 MHz. The 3255B and 3265B series provide solutions for transformer and inductor testing, including turns ratio, leakage inductance, and inter-winding capacitance measurements. These instruments are utilized in quality control, component characterization, and production line testing, ensuring performance and reliability in electronic circuits. Wayne Kerr's offerings support engineers and technicians in verifying component specifications.

A spectrum analyzer is always an usefull amateur radio test equipment that should be present in a radio shack. Hams can use it for testing frequency response of filters, amplifiers, and other two-port RF devices. This article illustrate a tracking generator compatible with any spectrum analyzer in the Tektronix 490- and 2750-series lineups

SDRangel is an Open Source Qt5 / OpenGL 3.0+ SDR and signal analyzer frontend to various hardware TX & RX Software Defined Radio. SDRangel uses sample source plugins to collect I/Q samples from a hardware device.