RF Explorer is a Radio Frequency Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Meter, and Signal Detector that detects frequencies in the 15 MHz–2700 MHz range. This affordable handheld scanner detects the distance, strength and direction of existing wifi & cell signals making it an effective tool for wi-fi & cell phone signal booster installations. Sorry we do not rent this model, but you can rent another kind signal spectrum analyzer for $8 per day.

RF Explorer 3G Combo is delivered with upgraded firmware v1.09 with lifetime free firmware revisions! Dramatically reduce the cost and implementation time of any wireless project with this low cost spectrum analyzer that is a powerful little tool covering a wide range of frequencies including all mobile & cellular frequency bands.

Features.

• Light weight and pocket size.
• Durable aluminum case.
• Detects distance, strength and direction of cell and WiFi signals.
• Calculates Max Hold, Peak Max, Overwrite, Normal and Averaging.
• Suitable for use outdoors and indoors with 128×64 backlit LCD screen to provide excellent visibility.
• Frequencies from 15 MHz to 2700 MHz (2.7 GHz) can be detected.
• Included whip telescoping external antenna can be attached via two SMA-female connectors.
• Connect any other cable or antenna fitted with SMA-male connectors.
• More than 16 hours runtime provided by high capacity Lithium Ion battery.
• Built-in battery recharges via Mini-USB 2.0 connector.
• Custom extensions and solutions can be developed via the open USB Communication protocol.
• Free, Open Source software available for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS.
• Free, lifetime firmware upgrades.
• New features may be requested through the user community.

Usage.

RF Explorer has been designed for signal booster system installers to detect signal distance, strength and direction when installing and troubleshooting wireless systems e.g. weBoost, SureCall, HiBoost, and Wilson Pro signal booster systems by Wilson Electronics.

This unit has been designed to be intuitive and easy to use without having to read complicated manuals to understand its advanced functionality. Most of the intricacy typically found in full sized Spectrum Analyzers has been simplified with functionality that is automatically resolved by the firmware. Based on an integrated double balanced mixer and frequency synthesizer, the unit offers compact size, high performance and low consumption, all at a low cost.

Two SMA connectors are provided for the two antennas included - a whip helical for the 2.4 GHz band and a wide-band telescopic antenna for Sub-GHz frequencies.

Accessories included.

• 1 × RF Explorer signal meter.
• 1 × Helical whip antenna for frequencies above 1000 MHz.
• 1 × Wideband telescoping antenna (Nagoya NA-773) for frequencies below 1000 MHz.
• 1 × hard-sided case (black).

Notes.

Sorry, we have had too many instances of returns after use when no longer needed. Therefore, units that are operating as intended may not be returned for refund. Faulty units will only be exchanged under manufacturers warranty. Sorry, we do not rent this RF signal detector, it must be purchased outright.

Frequencies detected.

Frequencies that can be detected by the RF Explorer signal meter are listed below.

Frequency range	Allocation
26.96 to 27.41 MHz	Citizens band radio (CB)
40 MHz	Alarm systems and Garage door openers
40 to 50 and 900 MHz	Newer Cordless phones
49 MHz	Baby monitors
50 to 54, 144 to 148, 216 to 220, 222 to 225 420 to 450, 902 to 928, 1240 to 1300, 2300 to 2310 and 2390 to 2450 MHz	Amateur radio (ham radio)
54 to 88 and 174 to 216 MHz	VHF television (channels 2–6, 7–13)
88 to 108 MHz	FM radio
108 to 117.975 and 1559 to 1610 MHz	Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
462.5625 to 467.7125 MHz	Family band radio
470 to 698 MHz	UHF television (channels 14–51)
699 to 787 MHz	SMH Cellular blocks
814 to 894 MHz	CLR Cellular blocks
1710 to 1755 and 2110 to 2155 MHz	AWS Cellular blocks
1850 to 1995 MHz	PCS Cellular blocks
2305 to 2315 and 2350 to 2360 MHz	WCS Cellular blocks ("WiMax")
2400 to 2484 MHz	WiFi (802.11b/g/n), Bluetooth and older cordless phones
2496 to 2690 MHz	Cellular (BRS/EBS)

 

Specifications:

Usage	Commercial
Impedance	50 Ω
Connector Type	2 x SMA-female
Frequency Range	15 MHz to 2700 MHz
Frequency Span	112 kHz to 600 MHz
Amplitude Resolution	0.5 dBm
Dynamic Range (Left SMA Port)	−115 dBm to 0 dBm
Dynamic Range (Right SMA Port)	−110 dBm to −10 dBm
Max Input Power (Left SMA Port)	+5 dBm
Max Input Power (Right SMA Port)	+30 dBm
Average Noise Level (Typical)	−110 dBm
Frequency Stability & Accuracy (Typical)	±10 ppm
Amplitude Stability & Accuracy (Typical)	±6 dBm
Frequency Resolution	1 kHz
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW)	3 kHz–600 kHz (automatic)
Graphics LCD	128 x 64 pixels
LCD Backlight	5 levels
LCD Contrast	10 levels
RF Impedance	50 Ω
RF Absolute Max. Input Power	+30 dBm
RF Max. Measurable Input Power	-5 dBm left; -10 dBm right
RF Generator Power	Not available
WiFi Analyzer	13 channels
DSP	Filter/Fast
Frequency Stability & Accuracy	±10 ppm, typical
Amplitude Stability	±1 dBm, typical
Amplitude Accuracy	±3 dBm, typical
RF DC Decoupled	Yes, both
Max RF DC Voltage	16 V
Windows PC Client Tool	32/64 bits
RS232/USB API	Yes
Internal CPU (MIPS)	16
Extra RAM	64KB
Extra ROM	2MB
Included Antenna	NA-773 + Whip 2.4G
Size	4.4 x 2.6 x 0.98 in | 113 x 70 x 25 mm
Weight	7.8 oz | 220 g
Downloadable Content	User Guide

 

Warranty.

RF Explorer products are guaranteed for 2 years against defects in materials and/or workmanship. This warranty is void if any component or accessory is deemed to have been subjected to abuse, misuse, neglect, or mishandling that changes or damages the electronic or physical properties of the product.