The unit can operate as a stand-alone, unlike the many SDRs out there.
However, it can also operate with a PC, laptop, Android, and a number of
other platforms. With PC support, you get a MUCH larger screen, but PC is
not required for complete operation. You don't really need a PC if you can
read the small print on the color display.
The FW is continually being upgraded and additional functionality is being
augmented on a regular basis.
I'd suggest, as a newbie, you read some of the previously referenced
tutorials on the uses and capabilities of a VNA. It goes well beyond just
sweeping antennas for SWR. A VNA is an EXTREMELY capable instrument for
measurement of RF parameters of many flavors. I'd strongly recommend you
read the Agilent tutorials previously referenced on this group, I think
last week. Check the archives.
Dave - W?LEV
toggle quoted message
Show quoted text
On Tue, Nov 19, 2019 at 4:58 PM Mike K0JTA <mike@...> wrote:
First of all, I am a total newbie. I ordered in the blind, only looking
for the "NanoVNA" word or label:
This particular package had the added cabling, which was of interest to
me. My needs are minimal; -At this point, I only have an interest in
sweeping my HF ham antennas.
Question: As in the RS-918 (SDR) and related, the firmware "is the
radio," and so I am assuming that this might possibly be true with this
unit as well. (Look me up in QRZ.COM for more info:
) There is a LOT to learn and digest with
the NanoVNA, and I am not there yet. Will the (or ANY) NanoVNA be
upgrade-able to some common point or ability? -Or, have I purchased a
limited device?
I was unable to locate a source that mentioned "hugen." Apparently, this
is the best source of this fine unit. What is the URL for the better
source, or is it worthwhile for me, as a low-end user?
Thank you from Mike, K0JTA
--
*Dave - W?LEV*
*Just Let Darwin Work*
*Just Think*
