RF Explorer -- Handheld RF Spectrum Analyzer

RF Explorer — Handheld & USB RF Spectrum Analyzer


RF Explorer is a new series of low-cost, portable, RF spectrum analyzers designed by Arocholl that are available in a variety of frequency ranges. Nuts About Nets has been developing diagnostic tools for troubleshooting wireless networks for a number of years and when RF Explorer was first introduced to us we were extremely impressed. The price-performance of these RF spectrum analyzers is truly remarkable and is the best, by far, on the market — nothing else comes close. These RF analyzers operate both standalone as handheld devices, plus they interface via USB cable to a PC running more sophisticated data acquisition and analysis software. Prices for these RF spectrum analyzers (including PC software) begin at $99 USD — which is unheard of in the test equipment industry.

The RF Explorer series of analyzers re-defines the handheld, portable RF spectrum analyzer. The unit is small and light-weight, yet offers performance and features comparable to larger, more expensive devices.

Whereas once the use of RF spectrum analyzers were limited to companies/organizations that could afford their high price tag, the low cost of the RF Explorer now offers every engineer, technician, and savvy hobbyist the opportunity to own an RF spectrum analyzer.

RF Explorer Models And Supported Frequency Ranges

RF Explorer Models -- RF Spectrum Analyzer

When designing, installing or troubleshooting wireless systems it is very difficult to predict the propagation of radio waves and detect the presence of interfering signals without the use of diagnostic, test equipment. Radio waves don’t travel the same distance in all directions — instead walls, doors, elevator shafts, people, and other obstacles offer varying degrees of attenuation, which cause the Radio Frequency (RF) radiation pattern to be irregular and unpredictable. In order for a wireless system to achieve optimal reliability and throughput it is necessary to detect and identify sources of interference that affect its performance. Enter RF spectrum analyzers — the tool of choice for monitoring wireless systems. Check-out RF Explorer’s features, specifications and prices. We think you will be pleasantly surprised, just as we were.

Features:

  • Pocket size and light weight.
  • Solid aluminum metal case.
  • Graphics LCD 128×64 pixels, great visibility outdoors.
  • Spectrum Analyzer mode with Peak Max and Hold, Normal, Overwrite and Averaging modes.
  • Lifetime free firmware upgrades available, open to community requested features.
  • High capacity Lithium-ion polymer internal battery for 16hs+ of continuous run, rechargeable by USB.
  • Can interface to Windows PC running data acquisition and analysis software.
  • Wide band coverage includes: all popular sub-1Ghz ISM bands, 2.4x GHz (Wi-Fi, bluetooth, Zigbee), with maximum frequency reaching to 2700 MHz.

RF Explorer With Desktop Stand
RF Explorer -- Handheld RF Spectrum Analyzer
RF Explorer And Laptop
RF Explorer's LCD Display
RF Explorer With Touchstone Software
RF Explorer Spectrum Analyzer
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Comparison Of RF Explorer Models


  • Model

  • PricePrice
  • Frequency Range (MHz)Frequency Range (MHz)
  • Span (MHz)Span (MHz)
  • Frequency Resolution (KHz)Frequency Resolution (KHz)
  • Average Noise Level (dBm)Average Noise Level (dBm)
  • Amplitude Resolution (dBm)Amplitude Resolution (dBm)
  • Automatic RBW (KHz)Automatic RBW (KHz)
  • Graphics LCD (pixels)Graphics LCD (pixels)
  • RF Impedance (ohms)RF Impedance (ohms)
  • Max Input Power (dBm)Max Input Power (dBm)
  • Frequency AccuracyFrequency Accuracy
  • Frequency StabilityFrequency Stability
  • Amplitude Stability Amplitude Stability
  • Amplitude AccuracyAmplitude Accuracy
  • Size (mm)Size (mm)
  • Weight (grams)Weight (grams)
  • 3G Combo

  • Price$269 USD
  • Frequency Range (MHz)15-2700
  • Span (MHz)0.112-600
  • Frequency Resolution (KHz)1.0
  • Average Noise Level (dBm)-115
  • Amplitude Resolution (dBm)0.5
  • Automatic RBW (KHz)2.6-600
  • Graphics LCD (pixels)128x64
  • RF Impedance (ohms)50
  • Max Input Power (dBm)+30
  • Frequency Accuracy10 ppm
  • Frequency Stability10 ppm
  • Amplitude Stability +/- 1 dBm
  • Amplitude Accuracy+/- 3 dBm
  • Size (mm)113x70x25
  • Weight (grams)220
  • ISM Combo

  • Price$179 USD
  • Frequency Range (MHz) 240-960 2350-2550
  • Span (MHz)0.112-600
  • Frequency Resolution (KHz)1.0
  • Average Noise Level (dBm)-115
  • Amplitude Resolution (dBm)0.5
  • Automatic RBW (KHz)2.6-600
  • Graphics LCD (pixels)128x64
  • RF Impedance (ohms)50
  • Max Input Power (dBm)+5
  • Frequency Accuracy10 ppm
  • Frequency Stability10 ppm
  • Amplitude Stability +/- 1 dBm
  • Amplitude Accuracy+/- 3 dBm
  • Size (mm)113x70x25
  • Weight (grams)220
  • WSUB1G

  • Price$129 USD
  • Frequency Range (MHz)240-960
  • Span (MHz)0.112-300
  • Frequency Resolution (KHz)1.0
  • Average Noise Level (dBm)-115
  • Amplitude Resolution (dBm)0.5
  • Automatic RBW (KHz)2.6-600
  • Graphics LCD (pixels)128x64
  • RF Impedance (ohms)50
  • Max Input Power (dBm)+5
  • Frequency Accuracy10 ppm
  • Frequency Stability10 ppm
  • Amplitude Stability +/- 1 dBm
  • Amplitude Accuracy+/- 3 dBm
  • Size (mm)113x70x25
  • Weight (grams)185
  • 2.4G

  • Price$119 USD
  • Frequency Range (MHz)2350-2550
  • Span (MHz)2-85
  • Frequency Resolution (KHz)1.0
  • Average Noise Level (dBm)-105
  • Amplitude Resolution (dBm)0.5
  • Automatic RBW (KHz)58-812
  • Graphics LCD (pixels)128x64
  • RF Impedance (ohms)50
  • Max Input Power (dBm)+5
  • Frequency Accuracy10 ppm
  • Frequency Stability10 ppm
  • Amplitude Stability +/- 1 dBm
  • Amplitude Accuracy+/- 3 dBm
  • Size (mm)113x70x25
  • Weight (grams)185
  • 915M

  • Price$99 USD
  • Frequency Range (MHz)910-920
  • Span (MHz)0.112-10
  • Frequency Resolution (KHz)1.0
  • Average Noise Level (dBm)-115
  • Amplitude Resolution (dBm)0.5
  • Automatic RBW (KHz)2.6-600
  • Graphics LCD (pixels)128x64
  • RF Impedance (ohms)50
  • Max Input Power (dBm)+10
  • Frequency Accuracy10 ppm
  • Frequency Stability10 ppm
  • Amplitude Stability +/- 1 dBm
  • Amplitude Accuracy+/- 3 dBm
  • Size (mm)113x70x25
  • Weight (grams)185
  • 868M

  • Price$99 USD
  • Frequency Range (MHz)860-870
  • Span (MHz)0.112-10
  • Frequency Resolution (KHz)1.0
  • Average Noise Level (dBm)-115
  • Amplitude Resolution (dBm)0.5
  • Automatic RBW (KHz)2.6-600
  • Graphics LCD (pixels)128x64
  • RF Impedance (ohms)50
  • Max Input Power (dBm)+10
  • Frequency Accuracy10 ppm
  • Frequency Stability10 ppm
  • Amplitude Stability +/- 1 dBm
  • Amplitude Accuracy+/- 3 dBm
  • Size (mm)113x70x25
  • Weight (grams)185
  • 433M

  • Price$99 USD
  • Frequency Range (MHz)430-440
  • Span (MHz)0.112-10
  • Frequency Resolution (KHz)1.0
  • Average Noise Level (dBm)-115
  • Amplitude Resolution (dBm)0.5
  • Automatic RBW (KHz)2.6-600
  • Graphics LCD (pixels)128x64
  • RF Impedance (ohms)50
  • Max Input Power (dBm)+10
  • Frequency Accuracy10 ppm
  • Frequency Stability10 ppm
  • Amplitude Stability +/- 1 dBm
  • Amplitude Accuracy+/- 3 dBm
  • Size (mm)113x70x25
  • Weight (grams)185