Taming the mfj226 data file not sure if its any easier than your text to columns method, but you could also open the. Easytoread backlit lcd bright 2 12 inch lcd backlit screen is easytoread, even in direct sunlight. Mfj enterprises inc,ameritron,hygain,hygain,cushcraft,vectronics,mirage, mfj, mfj enterprises,antenna,radio,ham radio,amateur radio,tuner,analyzer,starkville,amplifier. Has a graphical interface and many features found in analyzers such as the rigexpert aa and many others. I purchased the mfj226 analyzer at a recent hamfest and love it. Mfj226 front view mfj226 back view after i installed batteries. To better serve our customers and their need for quality products, dx engineering recommends the models listed above.
Mfj 226 has both the hefty feel and advanced performance of a professional fieldservice instrument costing hundreds or even thousands of dollars more. Basic analyzer functions plus a host of advanced features like builtin lcd graphics, twoport vna measurement, pcinterface using igminivna freeware, and precise dds frequency control. R05 and many of the advanced features require being hooked up to a pc and using the free software from the mfj web site. Mfj 269c testing coax cable faults and length duration. However, unless you have a strong working knowledge of rf systems, you may find these added modes of. The mfj 226 is accurately calibrated at the factory and should not need recalibration for initial use. Mfj226 introduces the mfj times technologytm series of. If the manual does not reference your problem or your problem is not solved by reading the manual you may call mfj technical service at 6623230549 or the mfj factory at 6623235869. Brst 12v acdc adapter replacement for mfj mfj 229 mfj 249 mfj 259 mfj 259b mfj 269 mfj 269c mfj 269pro mfj 929 mfj 959 mfj 993b swr antenna analyzer intellituner automatic tuner 12vdc power psu.
You will be best helped if you have your unit, manual and all information on your station handy so you can answer any questions the technicians may ask. Is there any software available to use the advanced modes in the mfj1278 tnc. Noise is a huge problem, and we go the extra mile to lock it out. Mfj 269c covers 530khz to 230 mhz and 415 to 470 mhz an mfj 269c exclusive. Universal radio presents the comet caa500 mk ii antenna analyzer duration. Reads very close to my rigexpert aa170 and rigor dsa815tg spectrum. Founded in a small, rented hotel room in 1972, mfj enterprises has grown into a worldwide leader for amateur radio components. Page 3 mfj 5700ut installed if you own an icom 746pro, you would purchase the mfj 1204 model with a p8 suffix.
Mfj226 1 to 230 mhz graphical antenna analyzer impedance analyzer w firestik. All you need is an existing radio, a computer, some free downloadable software, and your mfj 1204. These pocketsized wonders break the mold for analyzer design with userfriendly convenience, top notch accuracy, and a bright lcd screen. Ive used several calculators online to ensure that the number of turns are correct for the t686 cores that im using. Mfj 226 1 to 230 mhz graphical antenna impedance analyzer. About mfj 259b problems the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Incredibly powerful mfj226 is the first and only lowcost handheld vna. Anyway, we got two, and cant get them to work with a pc. The mfj 226 vna antenna analyzer covers 1 to 230 mhz with 1hz resolution. The mfj226 arrived this morning and as with any new toy sorry, i meant tool i quickly unpacked it so i could play work with it.
Includes all the features of mfj 259c, the worlds most popular swr analyzer plus much more. They work fine standalone, and i did get one of them to work a couple of times with the igmini software, but only for a few seconds. Well when i ordered my yaesu ft 450d i order the mfj 939y autotuner which is supposed to be the match for the radio. Any reuse or redistribution of the contents of this website are strictly forbidden without authorization from mfj enterprises, inc. Mfj 226 front view mfj 226 back view after i installed batteries.
If youve ever wished for the accuracy and flexibility of a professionalgrade s11 vna without the boatanchor packaging and prohibitive price, your search ends here. Large easytoread two line lcd display and sidebyside meters clearly display your information. This link is listed in our web site directory since tuesday may 26 2015, and till today mfj 259b problems has been followed for a total of 346 times. The sys update file hat to be where it wanted to go. The mfj223 vector impedance antenna analyzer phil salas ad5x the mfj223 is mfjs latest entry in the antenna analyzer market. Mfj mfj226 meters analyzers, mfj226 ham radio outlet. Mfj 269c pro is very similar to the mfj 269c, but has its uhf range coverage 430 to 520 mhz and an extended commercialstyle cabinet for lab work helps protect knobs and connectors from damage. Describe your experience with the mfj 226 graphical antenna impedance analyzer and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Mfj 226 graphic vna antenna expert analyzers mfj226 free. I have an ldg z11 pro and it can not do half of what the 929 does. There is nothing like a good tee or pi network for a broad band tuner but this little mfj 929 works great. The main category is mfj 259b antenna analyzer that is about mfj 259b.
Mfj does not show the ft450d in their online list of cables to use with the mfj 1234 maybe, there is a problem here, or, maybe you have an answer that i havent seen anywhere. This calibration procedure is the correct procedure for later mfj 259bs. I highly recommend this as a no nonsense piece of must have shack. Swr, impedance, resistance, reactance,phase angle, complex return loss, smith chart sign of reactance amazing accuracy with oslopenshortload calibration. Mfj226 1 to 230 mhz graphical antenna impedance analyzer. Mfj 259c calibration issues so, im winding toroidal cores to make a series of 3 pole butterworth band pass filters for field day. Mfj226 1230mhz antenna expect times graphic analyzer. Dx engineering is not recommending this model to our customers. Highly recommend lanlink, available on numerous bbss and the internet. Mfj226 antenna analyzer received uncalibrated w7hwh. Describe your experience with the mfj 223, color graphic vna antenna analyzer, 160mhz and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Mfj 226 graphic vna antenna expert analyzers are packed with all the vna features and performance you need. Mfj antenna analyzer operation guides nifty accessories.
Mfj 259 antenna analyzer calibration, problems, and. I hope you or someone else has an explanation for this since i personally thought rigpi would work on all radios as advertised. Analyzer, vhfuhf, 88 226, 330500 mfj 227 graphic vna ant. Swr, impedance, resistance, reactance, phase angle, complex return loss, smith chart. Mfj226 1 to 230 mhz graphical antenna impedance analyzer for. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on.
Mfj mfj223 meters analyzers, mfj223 ham radio outlet. If im not making an error, them the software needs to be revised to add more features and. Arrl, the national association for amateur radio 225 main street newington, ct, 061111400 usa tel. New mfj226 introduces the mfj times technology series of advanced antenna analyzers.
You may use alkaline nonrechargeable or nimh rechargeable cells. Sep 14, 2016 mfj 269c testing coax cable faults and length duration. Sep 27, 2017 mfj 226 has both the hefty feel and advanced performance of a professional fieldservice instrument costing hundreds or even thousands of dollars more. The only problem i have is there should be a pin to wire color code chart. Mfj 259 antenna analyzer calibration, problems, and service. In particular, i want to be able to compare different antennas or the same antenna system under different conditions. The mfj 225 simultaneously compiles and displays all important parameters you need. Ideal as a ready reference and memory jogger for making graphical antenna swr, impedance, phase angle, return loss, smith chart and reactance versus frequency measurements.
Typical residential heights usually result in minimum swr readings below 1. Mfj 259c instruction manual hfvhf swr analyzer the height of a dipole above ground, as well as any surrounding objects, will influence the feed point impedance and swr. This groundbreaking vna antenna analyzer mfj226 antenna expert delivers osl calibration and true reactance including its sign from 1 mhz to 230 mhz with a 1hz frequency resolution. Mfj 226 graphic vna antenna expert analyzers mfj226. A quick look at the mfj266 feature tech aw07a antenna analyzer. The drivers and pc software for pc control is all available from the mfj web site free. Comments here indicate probably not, but id like more info on what and why. Its tft multicolor display provides a large amount of information on a very compact screen, yet it is extremely easy to read. Since mfj 259b firmware has several versions under the same model number, you may find some final performance or function verification steps invalid. However if a length of coax was used to move the antenna to a better location, then the counterpoise would be best connected to the base of the antenna. Mfj 226 graphical antenna impedance analyzer 6 version 1b 1r04 powering the mfj 226 the mfj 226 requires two 2 good quality aa batteries.
Do not run calibrate with out proper calibration loads. The drivers and pc software for pc control is all available from the mfj web. The mfj226 with its box, manual, usb cable, and n to so239 adapter. Simplified operating instructions and explanations. If i have 3 swr and turn the inductance or the knob of the antenna or transmiter it simple doesnt do nothing, no match the swr stays as it is. I suppose we could go with the minivna tiny or the pro, but i saw the mfj 225 and liked the idea it worked standalone as well as to a pc. This groundbreaking vna antenna analyzer mfj226 antenna expert delivers osl calibration and true reactance including its sign from 1 mhz to 230 mhz with 1hz frequency resolution. Mfj vna antenna analyzer covers 1 to 230 mhz, 1hz resolution.
The display window has a plastic film applied at the factory to protect the display window from scratches in the manufacturing process. A singlefrequency display or a variety of swept frequency ranges may be viewed. The mfj 223 vector impedance antenna analyzer phil salas ad5x the mfj 223 is mfj s latest entry in the antenna analyzer market. Dx engineering has found that this model experiences frequent returns and low customer satisfaction. Complete short form operating instructions in a compact reference guide. All information, images, and documents on this website are the sole property of mfj enterprises, inc. Mfj 259d mfj259d original mfj enterprises antenna analyzer, vhf220 mhz 100160 khz, 280520 khz. As the ham radio hobby has evolved, mfj has continued to develop new products to meet the needs of amateur radio enthusiasts. I suppose we could go with the minivna tiny or the pro, but i saw the mfj225 and liked the idea it worked standalone as well as to a pc.
The mfj 226 arrived this morning and as with any new toy sorry, i meant tool i quickly unpacked it so i could play work with it. The mfj 226 with its box, manual, usb cable, and n to so239 adapter. Taming the mfj 226 data file as with many other hams, i am morbidly preoccupied with my antenna systems and how to get the best performance from them. Mfj226 1 to 230 mhz graphical antenna analyzer impedance. Page 10 mfj 259c instruction manual hfvhf swr analyzer note that the mfj 259c also has advanced antennameasurement modes that are described in section5. The battery tray door is located on the back of the analyzer case near its base. Analyzer, vhfuhf, 88 226, 330500 mfj 227 has all the same features as mfj 226, but covers 88 to 228 mhz in vhf range and 330 to 500 mhz in uhf range. Well after sending it back to mfj and firmware changes and a different chip and different tuner same make and model from mfj it does not work with the ft 450d i have heard other folks having same issue.
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