Nuts About Nets has been developing wireless diagnostic tools and software since 2006. Our focus is low-cost, easy-to-use tools that professionals and non-professionals alike can use to solve real-world problems related to RF interference, Wi-Fi congestion and intermodulation distortion.

The RF Exploer device operates both as a standalone, handheld RF spectrum analyzer and also interfaces with a PC running more sophisticated data analysis software. There are several models in the RF Explorer series of RF spectrum analyzers that span different frequency ranges – from 50 KHz up to 7500 MHz. Don’’t let the price fool you – the performance of these small, affordable devices compares favorably to more expensive and bulky test equipment.

RF Explorer was developed by Ariel Rocholl and the RF Explorer team. Nuts About Nets is a software company that develops diagnostic tools for troubleshooting RF and wireless issues. Nuts About Nets supports the RF Explorer brand by developing PC-based software to enhance the functionality of the device.

An RF spectrum analyzer measures the raw RF energy of transmitted radio frequency signals and aids the user by providing a view into the local RF environment. This RF view can be used to help detect the presence of RF transmissions that are the source of interference. Armed with this information you can either attempt to track down and eliminate the source of RF interference or choose to re-configure your own wireless gear to operate in a different frequency range of the RF spectrum that is less prone to RF interference.

RF Explorer

Regardless of your technical background, RF Explorer is a diagnostic tool you are bound to love. The combination of standalone, handheld operation and PC-based, data acquisition and analysis are unique in the market place. The RF Explorer team’s commitment to quality and low-cost are unmatched – you’ll wonder how you ever got along without this device.

AFFORDABLE

Several models to choose from that differ in the frequency range they support.

PORTABLE DEVICE

Light-weight and small in size, can operate as a stand-alone, handheld device. 
Internal, rechargeable battery provides up to 16 hrs+ of continuous run. LCD display 
of 128×64 pixels offers great visibility outdoors.

DATA INTERFACE (USB)

Using USB cable can connect to Windows PC running more graphical, sophisticated 
data acquisition and analysis software.

PERFORMANCE

Comparable to RF spectrum analyzers that cost many times more. Excellent dynamic 
range, sensitivity, and resolution bandwidth.

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Rational Waves software runs on Windows and supports data acquisition using the most popular RF analyzers, including the following:

RF Explorer: All standard models.
RTLSDR: RTL2832U with tuners R820T and R828D.
ADALM-Pluto: Both stock (325 MHz - 3.8 GHz) and modified (70 MHz - 6 GHz).
HackRF: 1 MHz - 6 GHz.
Signal Hound: Models USB-SA44B, USB-SA124B, and BB60C.

Regardless of your technical background, Rational Waves is a diagnostic tool you are bound to love. The combination of low-cost, accurate, easy-to-use, PC-based data acquisition & analysis software with the most popular RF spectrum analyzers is unique in the marketplace.

Rational Waves’ software features include:

SPECTRUM TRACE

In the 'Spectrum Trace' view the signal strength data (in dBm) is displayed 
as a function of frequency.

WATER FALL CHART (HEATMAP)

Provides a color-based visualization of the RF level and activity over time.

DENSITY CHART

Displays accumulated RF energy as a function of frequency.

THRESHOLD CHART

This view highlights with a yellow box those frequencies whose signal strength 
exceeds a user-defined threshold.

DELTA CHART

Used to view small (or large) changes in the RF spectrum over time.

MONITORED FREQUENCIES

Allows you to monitor specific frequencies.

MONITORED BANDS

Allows you to monitor specific frequency bands.

EXPORT DATA

Export data to Shure's Wireless Workbench and Professional Wireless System's 
IAS software.

Rational Waves