RigExpert AA-1500 ZOOM Antenna and Cable Analyser – 0.1–1500 MHz

RigExpert AA-1500 ZOOM Antenna and Cable Analyser provides portable RF measurements from 0.1–1500 MHz for antenna adjustment, feeder checks and fault investigation. It combines SWR and impedance analysis with dedicated cable tools and time-domain reflectometry. Designed for amateur radio, commercial radio and telecom applications, the analyser helps users evaluate antennas, transmission lines and other RF components at the workbench or installation site.

Antenna and Impedance Measurements

Single-frequency readings include SWR, return loss, resistance, reactance, impedance magnitude, inductance and capacitance. Swept charts show how an antenna or connected system behaves across a selected frequency range, while graphical zoom makes individual chart details easier to inspect. Selectable sweep resolutions provide up to 500 measurement points. Factory calibration supports operation without prior recalibration, with optional open-short-load calibration available for measurements through different fixtures.

Cable Testing and Fault Location

The integrated time-domain reflectometer produces charts that help locate faults within a feedline system. Cable tools measure length, velocity factor, loss and characteristic impedance, while the stub tuner supports quarter-wave and half-wave coaxial matching-section setup. These functions help distinguish an antenna-matching issue from a cable problem. The analyser can also measure parameters of capacitors, inductors, transformers and traps.

Portable Operation and Connectivity

RigExpert AA-1500 ZOOM presents results on a 320 × 240-pixel colour TFT display, with an 18-key keypad and multilingual menus. A built-in Helper provides guidance at the push of a button. USB supports computer connection and external power, while Bluetooth LE enables compatible wireless connections. Battery operation provides up to four hours of continuous measurement under the manufacturer’s stated conditions. Non-volatile memory offers 100 slots for saved measurement results.

RigExpert AA-1500 ZOOM Basic Specifications

• Model: AA-1500 ZOOM.
• Frequency range: 0.1–1500 MHz; frequency entry resolution: 1 kHz.
• Display: colour TFT, 320 × 240 pixels.
• RF connector: N-type.
• Test output: −10 dBm into a 50-ohm load.
• Functions: SWR, impedance, return loss, TDR and cable tools.
• Interfaces: USB and Bluetooth 4.2 LE.
• Battery power: three AA alkaline or Ni-MH batteries.
• Operating temperature: 0–40°C.
• Datasheet dimensions: 100 × 230 × 55 mm.
• Datasheet weight: 442 g with batteries installed.