Which Antenna Analyzers

[Gunner357]

Rig Expert ..AA-230 ??

MFJ.. MFJ259d ?? I used to have this one 10 years ago but sold it I liked it but new things come out....

[jessejamesdallas]

I have MFJ 259B, which I like...but then again, it's also the only one I have ever used or owned too...

[Gunner357]

I have MFJ 259B, which I like...but then again, it's also the only one I have ever used or owned too...

That is what I had many moons ago I sold it need money

[MDYoungblood]

I have a MFJ-259B , do like it but I want to upgrade,, been looking at the Comet CAA-500MKII. It really depends on how many bands you want, if you only are doing the CB bands then the Rig Expert AA-35 ZOOM has enough frequency range, the AA-230 will let you do 2m, 6m, and 1.25cm ham bands if you want antennas there. I don't think I'll ever go above 70cm ham band so the Comet is the one for me.

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Greg

[Gunner357]

I have a MFJ-259B , do like it but I want to upgrade,, been looking at the Comet CAA-500MKII. It really depends on how many bands you want, if you only are doing the CB bands then the Rig Expert AA-35 ZOOM has enough frequency range, the AA-230 will let you do 2m, 6m, and 1.25cm ham bands if you want antennas there. I don't think I'll ever go above 70cm ham band so the Comet is the one for me.

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Greg

yeah that is pretty sweet Im a techy guy and the graph is the selling point for me but 400 bones made my Sphincter tighten......

[jessejamesdallas]

Heck, I still haven't figured out everything the 259B does yet, I'd really be lost with these new analyzers.

[Gunner357]

Heck, I still haven't figured out everything the 259B does yet, I'd really be lost with these new analyzers.

agreed Jesse I think ill see if i can find a preowned MFJ

[jessejamesdallas]

Heck, I still haven't figured out everything the 259B does yet, I'd really be lost with these new analyzers.

agreed Jesse I think ill see if i can find a preowned MFJ

There's a couple used 259B's listed on the auction site...but they are asking as much for them as what they cost New...mater-a-fact, one of them is listed for "more" than what I paid for mine New.

[Gunner357]

Yeah I saw that ya know I put mine on ebay 10 years ago and it went for 175.00 do you believe that.... I think they were like 230.00 new

[MDYoungblood]

I like the graph too, and can connect it to the computer for a bigger view. The thing I like the most is it shows the lowest SWR and where it is at, then arches to the outer ends of the band or frequency, something a 259 can’t do. Yep, it is pricy but I figure building a couple antennas for locals will pay for it in the long run.

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Greg

[Gunner357]

Yeah I hear ya, ATM its only for me, I thought it would come in handy if I decided to make my own base antenna.....

[JimboBowie]

I have gone a bit crazy with analyzers. I have MFJ-259C, Sark 100 (clone) and NanoVNA. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses. Easiest and fastest to use is the Sark 100.

Recently I've had use of a friend's RigExpert AA-600 and, if I were to start over, that's what I'd buy, simply because of the range of functionality and the ability connect it to a PC with a very good interface. I had occasion to correspond with their Ukraine-based Head of Tech Support, Alex Antonov, and he was extremely helpful. It's a refreshing change to talk with a support person who is qualified and knows the product line inside out.

[Gunner357]

I think Ill be going with ole faithful MJF259 B,C,D Ive owned them before and I really like the quality.....I just dont don enough to justify a 500 dollar meter they are sweet however and I'm a techy guy I would buy just to hang on the wall for bragging rights

[Trapper267]

Rig expert AA35Zoom is far better than anything MFJ sell's and i have both,

[Gunner357]

Im going with the MFJ259D Ive had MFJ before and loved them. they been around for years However screw getting and MFJ on Fleebay they are going for a few dollars less than new screw that........MFJ 259B sold for 300 bux today and a new version is 319.00 from MFJ guess that says it all...

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[Gunner357]

Well I kinda did a 180 and got the Rig Expert AA-55-ZOOM I got a good deal on it $245.00 Ive been reading and YES MFJ are great products with out a doubt but I Liked the new Technology In this one and I read a big review comparing them and I liked it so..... Hopefully I did good in my decision

[JimboBowie]

As I mentioned, I was impressed with the AA-600 I borrowed. These RigExpert analyzers are definitely next level.

[Gunner357]

WELL I received the AA55zoom Rigexpert and it was DOA showed my base antenna at 25:1 my cable length at 70 its 60 ft so I hooked it up to my mobile which I know for a fact its 1:2 and it also showed 25:1 so then I did a self test on it and it failed all 3 tests hmmm first impressions I may head back to MFJ

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[JimboBowie]

I received the AA55zoom Rigexpert and it was DOA

Where did you buy it?

My experience with RigExpert is that they are very well constructed and, as I have mentioned elsewhere, their technical support (based in Ukraine) is excellent.

[Gunner357]

I received the AA55zoom Rigexpert and it was DOA

Where did you buy it?

My experience with RigExpert is that they are very well constructed and, as I have mentioned elsewhere, their technical support (based in Ukraine) is excellent.

I couldnt stand looking at this last night so I went over and over I discovered somebody or whatever disabled the calibration.... So I have no calibration standards here and Im not buying one for 200 bux I found someone who has a you tube video showing how to make them for the exact unit I have so i just drove 2 hours to get the stuff I need and just got back home..... Im going to try that first before I call OBTW I got it on Ebay they said it was new never used.... Hey Im Mr Impatient......

[JimboBowie]

[I got it on Ebay they said it was new never used....

OK, so not from a shop, so no warranty. Sounds like the seller or someone else has 'been at it'.

Hope you manage to get it sorted. If not, I suggest that you contact RigExpert directly. My experience is that they help you.

[Gunner357]

[I got it on Ebay they said it was new never used....

OK, so not from a shop, so no warranty. Sounds like the seller or someone else has 'been at it'.

Hope you manage to get it sorted. If not, I suggest that you contact RigExpert directly. My experience is that they help you.

Im done playing games I just ordered another one but got the 230 instead i have a 2 meter im trying to deal with too the guy i dealt with is taking it back with free shipping back So Im on that right now I should have it tomorrow....... Ill learn some day