RigExpert Stick 230 User Manual

RigExpert Stick 230.
Users Manual
Stick 230 is an antenna and cable vector analyzer. The analyzer allows you to
measure various parameters of antennas, cables, lines, filters and many others in
the frequency range from 100 kHz to 230 MHz.
The Stick 230 analyzer has a compact size and lightweight, which is great for using
the analyzer both in the home and in the field.
The main parameters of the Stick 230 analyzer:
 Operating frequency: 100 kHz – 230 MHz
 Size: 185 * 40 * 33 mm (7,3 in x 1,6 in x 1,3 in)
 Weight: 185 grams (6.5 Oz) (unpacked, with battery installed)
 Type of antenna connector: SO-239
 Number of Enter Keys: 6
 Display: monochrome e-paper, 200 * 200 pixels.
 Type of battery used: Li-ion 18650 (included)
 PC Connector Type: USB 2.0 Type-C
 Charging Port Type: USB Type-C
 Bluetooth Availability: Yes, Bluetooth ver. 4.2 BLE Single-mode, Class B
 Battery Charge Time: 3 hours.
 RF Power: -10 dBm (at 50 Ohm load)
 Minimum frequency step: 1 kHz
 Operating temperature: 0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
Turning on the analyzer.
The Stick 230 analyzer can be turned on in several ways:
– by pressing the key.
– when connecting the analyzer to a PC via a USB cable (the analyzer will turn on automatically).
– by long-pressing one of the keys :
Important! At the same time, the analyzer will turn on and activate the measurement mode to which the pressed key
corresponds.
You can turn off the analyzer from any mode by long pressing the key.
Main menu.
After turning on the analyzer, using the key a screen with the main menu of the analyzer is available for
the user.
In addition to service information, at the top of the screen (battery charge, the indication of connection to a
PC, charger, Bluetooth connection), the screen displays 4 main measuring functions of the analyzer:

RigExpert Stick 230 Specifications

General

Frequency Range	0.1 to 230 MHz
SWR resolution	0.1
Measurement Accuracy	±5%
Measurement Types	SWR, Impedance, Return Loss
Display	LCD
Power Supply	Built-in rechargeable battery
Operating Temperature	-10°C to +50°C
Connector Type	SO-239 (UHF female)

Summary

Getting Started with RigExpert Stick 230

Turning On the Analyzer

Explains the different methods to power on the RigExpert Stick 230 analyzer.

Main Menu Overview

Describes the main menu screen and its displayed information upon analyzer startup.

Analyzer Operating Modes

Single Mode Operation

Details the Single mode for measuring all parameters and its display screens.

Multé Mode for Band Assessment

Explains the Multé mode for assessing antenna performance across HAM bands using star ratings.

HAM Mode for SWR Charts

Describes the HAM mode for measuring and displaying SWR charts on fixed HAM radio bands.

Free Mode for Custom Bands

Details the Free mode for classic SWR measurements in user-defined frequency bands.

Settings and Connectivity

Settings Menu Configuration

Guides on accessing and adjusting various settings within the analyzer's menu.

AntScope Software Integration

Information on using AntScope2 (PC) and AntScope for Android with the analyzer.

Analyzer Charging and Battery

Charging the Analyzer

Instructions for charging the analyzer's internal battery via USB or external chargers.