Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Dennis Burgess
You can't go wrong with a spectran. http://www.linktechs.net/speca.asp These wil do 2.4, 900mhz, 3.65, and your entire 5 gig band. Work great, under 2K! --- Dennis Burgess, CCNA, Mikrotik Certified Trainer, MTCNA, MTCRE, MTCWE, MTCTCE,

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Patrick Shoemaker
Personally, I had terrible luck with my Spectran, but I am tired of explaining my story every time this subject comes up. Maybe my particular unit was a dud, but at any rate it was so inaccurate (as verified by a calibrated RF signal generator) that I had to replace it. Patrick Shoemaker

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Dennis Burgess
Mikrotik Training - Author of Learn RouterOS -Original Message- From: wireless-boun...@wispa.org [mailto:wireless-boun...@wispa.org] On Behalf Of Patrick Shoemaker Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 9:30 AM To: WISPA General List Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation? Personally

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Patrick Shoemaker
: wireless-boun...@wispa.org [mailto:wireless-boun...@wispa.org] On Behalf Of Patrick Shoemaker Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 9:30 AM To: WISPA General List Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation? Personally, I had terrible luck with my Spectran, but I am tired of explaining my

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Marlon K. Schafer
: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation? You can't go wrong with a spectran. http://www.linktechs.net/speca.asp These wil do 2.4, 900mhz, 3.65, and your entire 5 gig band. Work great, under 2K! --- Dennis Burgess, CCNA

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread jp
We've got an older HP (now agilent) spectrum analyzer that does up to 22ghz. Most people don't know how to use it. I had plenty of experience with O-scopes, and obtained a manual for it, so I'm comfortable with it. The average 25 year old geek would be lost after turning it on. We occasionally

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Marlon K. Schafer
Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 8:37 AM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation? We've got an older HP (now agilent) spectrum analyzer that does up to 22ghz. Most people don't know how to use it. I had plenty of experience with O-scopes, and obtained a manual for it, so I'm

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Patrick Shoemaker
To: WISPA General List wireless@wispa.org Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 8:37 AM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation? We've got an older HP (now agilent) spectrum analyzer that does up to 22ghz. Most people don't know how to use it. I had plenty of experience with O-scopes

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Blake Bowers
connected together on a board. Don't take your organs to heaven, heaven knows we need them down here! Be an organ donor, sign your donor card today. - Original Message - To: WISPA General List wireless@wispa.org Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 9:37 AM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread lakeland
Bowers bbow...@mozarks.com Date: Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:28:24 To: WISPA General Listwireless@wispa.org Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation? No offense, but as also a BSEE, I offer that many people with a degree still have no clue about test equipment or simple things like soldering

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread Patrick Shoemaker
. - Original Message - To: WISPA General List wireless@wispa.org Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 9:37 AM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation? I am an EE... I know my way around a spec

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation?

2010-01-22 Thread jp
, heaven knows we need them down here! Be an organ donor, sign your donor card today. - Original Message - To: WISPA General List wireless@wispa.org Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 9:37 AM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Recommendation? I am an EE... I know my way

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Picture of Motorola Canopy Signal

2007-09-05 Thread Jack Unger
Thanks Eric! jack Eric Muehleisen wrote: Here ya go -Eric Jack Unger wrote: By any chance does anyone have a spectrum analyzer picture of the signal from a 900 MHz Motorola canopy system? Thanks, jack

Re: [WISPA] spectrum analyzer

2006-12-13 Thread Ron Wallace
Blair, Check this out, www.torontosurplus.com, Techtronics 491 SA, $995.00, back in the day it was the best on the market Ron Wallace -Original Message- From: Blair Davis [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2006 02:28 PM To: 'WISPA General List' Subject: [WISPA]

Re: [WISPA] spectrum analyzer

2006-12-12 Thread Mike Brownson
We've got one of our Avcom Rental units available for sale. We rent these for $100 per week. This has been used on and off for the past year and it's time to move it. It sells for $3K new, we need $1000 for the analyzer. We have a 5Ghz freq extender as well for $400, normally $800. Only

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-28 Thread pswired
The order has already been placed for these units and they should be arriving in the states shortly. I believe John ordered a few extras so if anyone wanted to get one who missed out on the GP they still can. I think he ordered 6080s with the memory expansion. I'm looking forward to trying mine

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-28 Thread Brian Rohrbacher
He said he had one extra and 3-4 people what might still want one. I am going to wait for the feedback from those who ordered this time and if all goes well I might get in on the next order. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The order has already been placed for these units and they should be

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-27 Thread rabbtux rabbtux
- *From:* Patrick Shoemaker mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] *To:* WISPA General List mailto:wireless@wispa.org *Sent:* Thursday, June 15, 2006 11:28 AM *Subject:* Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer There is a group purchase for these going on over at the Broadband Reports WISP forum

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-20 Thread David Sovereen
List Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2006 11:28 AM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer There is a group purchase for these going on over at the Broadband Reports WISP forum. http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,16213716~mode=flatI will be purchasing one to try it out. I figure

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-20 Thread Brian Rohrbacher
: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer There is a group purchase for these going on over at the Broadband Reports WISP forum. http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,16213716~mode=flat http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,16213716%7Emode=flat I will be purchasing one to try it out. I

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-20 Thread Brian Rohrbacher
129 Ashman St, Midland, MI 48640 - Original Message - *From:* Patrick Shoemaker mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] *To:* WISPA General List mailto:wireless@wispa.org *Sent:* Thursday, June 15, 2006 11:28 AM *Subject:* Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer There is a group purchase

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-20 Thread Brian Rohrbacher
mailto:wireless@wispa.org *Sent:* Thursday, June 15, 2006 11:28 AM *Subject:* Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer There is a group purchase for these going on over at the Broadband Reports WISP forum. http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,16213716~mode=flat http://www.dslreports.com/forum

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-15 Thread Patrick Shoemaker
There is a group purchase for these going on over at the Broadband Reports WISP forum. http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,16213716~mode=flat I will be purchasing one to try it out. I figure for about $1000 it ought to be worth it, especially for WISP use. I expect some clumsy features

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-15 Thread Brian Rohrbacher
Been there, done that. It was one of my reasons for posting here. To get feedback and maybe spark interest for a couple more buyers. 4 more are needed to get 25% off. Brian Patrick Shoemaker wrote: There is a group purchase for these going on over at the Broadband Reports WISP forum.

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-15 Thread Cliff Leboeuf
I recently purchased one of these... On its maiden trip, the technician cracked the LCD screen...:( I sent to Germany for repair and it is currently 'stuck' in customs where they are trying to assess import duties on the unit for repair! I really never got the chance to evaluate, but may be

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-15 Thread Brian Rohrbacher
Keep an eye here. http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,16213716~mode=flat Should be a final post before order. I'll try to post here as well. Cliff Leboeuf wrote: I recently purchased one of these... On its maiden trip, the technician cracked the LCD screen...:( I sent to Germany for

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-15 Thread Cliff Leboeuf
Jack, I tried...but the unit was broken by my tech on the first trip in the field. :) However, I am willing to purchase another if needed and especially if it will help meet the buying discount threshold :) - Cliff On 6/15/06 12:42 PM, Jack Unger [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Cliff, I don't

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-06-15 Thread Jack Unger
Cliff, Your willingness to help the WISP community by evaluating two of these units will (I'm sure) be appreciated. :) Reviewer's Note: LCD screen easy to break. We'll stay tuned for your report on how the unit actually works. Some key features that I look for in a spectrum analyzer are:

RE: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-10 Thread Paul Hendry
? Is it the norm to get some form of converter? Paul Hendry Skyline Networks http://www.skyline-networks.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Sent: 10 May 2006 00:32 To: 'WISPA General List' Subject: RE: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer I have a HP 8569A

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-10 Thread Jeremy Davis
Paul Hendry wrote: Hi Chuck, Never had to purchase a spectrum analyzer before but as we are now getting to the stage where one would come in handy I'm just beginning to look into what's available. I've noticed the HP 8569A specs say it only goes up to 1.5GHz? How do you use this with 2.4GHz and

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-09 Thread Marlon K. Schafer (509) 982-2181
, 2006 2:38 PM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Marlon, Could you post a URL? what price range is the equipment? Thanks - marshall On 5/8/06, Marlon K. Schafer (509) 982-2181 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: EC carries a nice little unit from Anritsu (sp?). Portable, battery operated, easy to use

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-09 Thread Jon Langeler
19:45 To: WISPA General List Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Those still look pretty old-school. Have you used the handhelds from RS, the FSH 3GHz and 6GHz series or the handheld Anritsu(s). Same cost or less to rent/buy and no upconverters required... Jon Langeler Michwave Tech. Marlon

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-09 Thread Marlon K. Schafer (509) 982-2181
) www.odessaoffice.com/wireless www.odessaoffice.com/marlon/cam - Original Message - From: Jon Langeler [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: WISPA General List wireless@wispa.org Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:58 PM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Like $6k and $12K off the top of my head... -Jon

RE: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-09 Thread Chuck
: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marlon K. Schafer (509) 982-2181 Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 4:07 PM To: WISPA General List Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Same cost? You did notice that the Avcom unit is $3k? Marlon (509) 982-2181

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-09 Thread Jon Langeler
wireless@wispa.org Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:58 PM Subject: Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer Like $6k and $12K off the top of my head... -Jon Paul Hendry wrote: Interesting. How much do these go for? Paul Hendry Skyline Networks http://www.skyline-networks.com -Original Message- From

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-08 Thread Marlon K. Schafer (509) 982-2181
EC carries a nice little unit from Anritsu (sp?). Portable, battery operated, easy to use. You'll need a converter to get the 2.4 gig version to work for 5.8 gig but that's not a big deal. Perfect for a wisp. laters, Marlon (509) 982-2181 Equipment sales

Re: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-08 Thread rabbtux rabbtux
Marlon, Could you post a URL? what price range is the equipment? Thanks - marshall On 5/8/06, Marlon K. Schafer (509) 982-2181 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: EC carries a nice little unit from Anritsu (sp?). Portable, battery operated, easy to use. You'll need a converter to get the 2.4 gig

RE: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-07 Thread Ken Chipps
I use the Avcom 1727B. I am not too far from you, if you want to look at one before buying it. Contact me offlist. Ken Chipps [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jory Privett Sent: Sunday, May 07, 2006 2:00 AM To: WISPA

RE: [WISPA] Spectrum Analyzer

2006-05-07 Thread Brian Webster
You can buy Canopy units and use the spectrum analyzer feature. That has the drawback of the directivity of the antenna pattern but it's also able to be run remotely. Install it with a TV antenna rotor and control all of it from the ground from a laptop. For use in the unlicensed spectrum this is