FieldFox handheld analyser

Agilent has introduced the FieldFox handheld RF analyser — the integrated handheld instrument for wireless network installation and maintenance.

It improves RF field engineers' and technicians' productivity to perform base station installation and maintenance more efficiently and accurately.

Key measurements include cable and antenna test from 2 MHz to 4/6 GHz, spectrum analysis from 100 kHz to 4/6 GHz, vector network analysis and true average power measurements.

The analyser is the RF tool for base station I&M that is calibration ready at the test port. It combines multiple RF measurement capabilities in one lightweight package.

In addition, it can make return-loss and distance-to-fault measurements at the same time.

Features of the analyser include: integrated QuickCal eliminates the need to carry a calibration kit into the field; immediate calibration makes the unit calibration ready at the cable and antenna test port following power-up or preset; a task-driven user interface derived directly from standard field test procedures guides performance tasks; unmatched sweep speed reduces time-to-problem resolution with test times more than 50% faster than other RF handheld instruments; fast fault location with 1001-point resolution and 96 dB dynamic range in the spectrum analysis mode; versatile field usability with its transflective display, backlit keys, simple data transfer and modern connectivity.

The water-resistant chassis withstands wide temperature ranges and humid environments, meeting tough environmental standards (MIL-PRF-28800F).