Lesson 1 - FieldFox Overview

Get to know the FieldFox handheld RF and microwave analyzer, the main instrument used in this course. Learn its basic features and capabilities, and how to use it to perform basic RF measurements like power, frequency, and spectrum analysis.

Lesson 2 - Introduction and Distance-to-Fault Measurements

Learn how to use the FieldFox to perform distance-to-fault (DTF) measurements. DTF measurements can be used to identify and locate cable faults in RF systems.

Lesson 3 - Network Analysis and S-Parameters

Understand the concept of S-parameters and how they can be used to analyze RF networks. S-parameters are a set of complex numbers that describe the reflection and transmission characteristics of an RF network.

Lesson 4 - Smith Charts and Calibration

Learn about the Smith chart, a graphical tool that can be used to visualize and analyze S-parameters. The Smith chart is a powerful tool for understanding the behavior of RF networks.

Lesson 5 - Signal Analysis

Explore the basic concepts of signal analysis, such as frequency domain analysis and time domain analysis. Learn how to use the FieldFox to perform signal analysis.

Lesson 6 - Real-Time Spectrum Analysis and Finding Quick Signals

Learn how to use the FieldFox to perform real-time spectrum analysis, and how to use this technique to quickly find signals in a crowded spectrum.

Lesson 7 - Pulse Analysis and Time Domain

Learn about pulse analysis, a technique for analyzing signals in the time domain. This technique can be used to measure the rise time, fall time, and amplitude of a signal.

Lesson 8 - Channel Scanning

Learn how to use the FieldFox to perform channel scanning, a technique for quickly measuring the power of all the channels in a given frequency range.

Lesson 9 - Field Testing and Signal Hunting

Learn how to use the FieldFox to troubleshoot RF systems in the field. This lesson covers techniques for finding and identifying signal sources, and for determining the cause of RF problems.

Lesson 10 - Extended Range Transmission Analysis

Learn about ERTA, a technique for measuring the attenuation of an RF signal over a long distance. This technique can be used to characterize the performance of RF links.

Lesson 11 - FieldFox Testing Conclusions

Covers the key concepts and techniques covered in the course. It also provides some additional resources for further learning.