Indledning
The RIGEXPERT AA-230 ZOOM is a powerful antenna analyzer designed for testing, checking, tuning, and repairing antennas and antenna feedlines. It operates within a frequency range of 0.1 to 230 MHz, making it suitable for a wide array of amateur radio and professional applications. This manual provides essential information for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your device.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using the AA-230 ZOOM to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Pakkens indhold og opsætning
Before beginning, ensure all components are present and undamaged. Carefully unpack the device and its accessories.
Figure 1: The AA-230 ZOOM antenna analyzer as it appears in its retail packaging, ready for unboxing.
Figure 2: The AA-230 ZOOM device alongside its essential accessories, including the USB cable, N-UHF adapter, and four AAA alkaline batteries.
Inkluderede komponenter:
- RIGEXPERT AA-230 ZOOM Antenna Analyzer Unit
- 4 x 1.5V AAA alkaliske batterier
- USB kabel
- N-UHF Adapter
- Strap Cover
- Brugervejledning (dette dokument)
Batteri installation:
- Locate the battery compartment on the rear of the AA-230 ZOOM unit.
- Åbn batterirummets dæksel.
- Insert four (4) 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-) as indicated inside the compartment.
- Luk batterirummets dæksel forsvarligt.
Note: The device can operate for up to 4 hours of continuous measurement or up to 2 days in standby mode on a full charge of alkaline batteries. Always use fresh alkaline batteries for optimal performance.
Tilslutning til en computer:
The AA-230 ZOOM features a USB port for connection to a computer, enabling data transfer and potential firmware updates. Use the provided USB cable for this connection.
Figure 3: The bottom of the AA-230 ZOOM, highlighting the USB port for computer connectivity and power input.
Betjeningsvejledning
This section details the basic operation of your RIGEXPERT AA-230 ZOOM antenna analyzer.
Figure 4: The main display of the AA-230 ZOOM showing an SWR sweep, along with the keypad for navigation and function selection.
Figur 5: En detaljeret view of the AA-230 ZOOM's screen, displaying a numerical SWR reading of 2.3 and corresponding return loss in dB.
Tænd/sluk:
- For at tænde enheden skal du trykke på og holde Magt button (usually located at the bottom right of the keypad) until the screen illuminates.
- For at slukke, skal du trykke på og holde nede Magt knappen igen, indtil skærmen slukker.
Tastaturfunktioner:
The AA-230 ZOOM features a tactile keypad for navigating menus and selecting functions. Key functions include:
- Frekvenskontrol: Brug fq- og fq+ buttons to adjust the operating frequency.
- OK/Repeat: Confirms selections or repeats the last measurement.
- Cancel/X: Cancels an operation or exits a menu.
- Set/Help (1): Accesses settings or displays help information.
- Cal/Polar (2): Initiates calibration or changes polarization.
- Fq/Range (3): Adjusts frequency range for sweeps.
- RL/SWR (4): Displays Return Loss or SWR.
- TDR/R,X (5): Activates Time Domain Reflectometer mode or displays Resistance and Reactance.
- Save (6): Saves current measurement data.
- Multi SWR (7): For multi-frequency SWR measurements.
- Tools/All (8): Accesses additional tools or displays all parameters.
- Edit/Load (9): Edits saved data or loads configurations.
- Bands/Data (0): Selects frequency bands or accesses stored data.
- F (funktion): Får adgang til tasternes sekundære funktioner.
Performing SWR Measurements:
- Connect the antenna or load to be tested to the N-type connector on the top of the AA-230 ZOOM. Use the N-UHF adapter if necessary.
- Tænd for enheden.
- Navigate to the SWR measurement mode using the keypad (e.g., press RL/SWR (4)).
- Adjust the frequency using fq- og fq+ buttons to the desired test frequency.
- The display will show the SWR value numerically and/or graphically.
- For a frequency sweep, use the Fq/Range (3) button to set the start and end frequencies.
Opretholdelse
Proper maintenance ensures the longevity and accuracy of your AA-230 ZOOM.
Rensning:
- Tør enheden af med en blød, tør klud.
- For genstridigt snavs, brug en let damp en klud med en mild sæbe, og tør derefter straks af.
- Brug ikke slibende rengøringsmidler, opløsningsmidler eller stærke kemikalier, da disse kan beskadige casing eller skærm.
Batteripleje:
- Fjern batterierne, hvis enheden ikke skal bruges i længere tid, for at forhindre lækage.
- Bortskaf brugte batterier i henhold til lokale regler.
Opbevaring:
- Opbevar enheden et køligt, tørt sted, væk fra direkte sollys og ekstreme temperaturer.
- Use the provided strap cover for protection during storage and transport.
Figure 6: The AA-230 ZOOM with its protective strap cover, which helps shield the device from dust and minor impacts during storage or transport.
Fejlfinding
If you encounter issues with your AA-230 ZOOM, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Problem | Mulig årsag | Løsning |
|---|---|---|
| Enheden tænder ikke. | Døde eller forkert installerede batterier. | Check battery polarity. Replace with fresh AAA alkaline batteries. |
| Inaccurate SWR readings. | Improper calibration; faulty cable/connector; external interference. | Perform a calibration. Check all cable connections. Ensure no strong RF sources are nearby. |
| Skærmen er tom eller frosset. | Softwarefejl; lavt batteri. | Remove and reinsert batteries to perform a hard reset. Ensure batteries are charged. |
| Cannot connect to PC via USB. | Faulty USB cable; driver issue; incorrect port. | Try a different USB port or cable. Install necessary drivers from the RIGEXPERT website if prompted by your PC. |
Specifikationer
Detailed technical specifications for the RIGEXPERT AA-230 ZOOM Antenna Analyzer.
| Frekvensområde | 0.1 til 230 MHz |
| Frequency Step Resolution | 1 kHz |
| Impedanskompatibilitet | 25, 50, 75, and 100 Ohm systems |
| SWR Measurement Range | 1-100 (numerical mode) / 1-10 (graphical mode) |
| R and X Range | 0-10000, -10000-10000 (numerical) / 0-1000, -1000-1000 (graphical) |
| RF udgangsstik | N-type |
| Signal Output Form | Firkantet bølge |
| Udgangseffekt | -10 dBm (ved 50 Ohm belastning) |
| Strømforsyning | 4 x 1.5V AAA alkaliske batterier |
| Batterilevetid | Up to 4 hours continuous measurement / Up to 2 days standby |
| Vise | Color TFT, 290 x 220 pixels |
| Tastatur | Vandtæt |
| PC-grænseflade | USB-port |
| Dimensioner (H x B x D) | 182 x 82 x 32 mm (7.17 x 3.23 x 1.26 tommer) |
| Vægt | 236 g (0.52 lbs) |
| Driftstemperatur | 0°C til +40°C (32°F til +104°F) |
| Modelnummer | AA-230 |
| UPC | 644730932592 |
Garanti og support
For detailed warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official RIGEXPERT webGarantibetingelserne kan variere afhængigt af region og forhandler.
For technical support, software updates, or additional resources, please visit the official RIGEXPERT support page or contact their customer service directly. Always provide your product model (AA-230) and serial number (if applicable) when seeking support.
Official RIGEXPERT Webwebsted: www.rigexpert.com
