Oct 14, 2011 noteable is that the price of mfj 259b and mfj 266 are nearly the same at a seller. This is arguably the most popular antenna analyzer on the market. This information is here only because it is the correct way to calibrate the mfj 259b analyzer. The mfj259b is great for amateur radio purposes, but it doesnt go low enough to cover the medium wave frequencies like the am broadcast band or even lower for lowfer people. Page 10 mfj 259c instruction manual hfvhf swr analyzer note that the mfj 259c also has advanced antennameasurement modes that are described in section5. Mfj 269 instruction manual hfvhfuhf swr analyzer note. New 12bit ad converter gives much better accuracy and resolution than common 8bit ad converters an mfj 269c exclusive. This calibration procedure is the correct procedure for later mfj259bs. Mfj269c testing coax cable faults and length youtube. It is easyaccess to a test procedure, that is all it is.
Discussion in general technical questions and answers started by vo1ks, sep 12, 2010. Mfj 269c instruction manual lfhfvhfuhf swr analyzer frequency control the mfj 269c tunable rfoscillator covers an exceptionally wide frequency span, using two rotary band switches for lfhfvhf coverage. Note that there is a limit to the number of files you can download. About mfj 259b manual the resource is currently listed in in a single category.
As the ham radio hobby has evolved, mfj has continued to develop new products to meet the needs of amateur radio enthusiasts. Mfj269c pro is very similar to the mfj269c, but has its uhf range coverage 430 to 520 mhz and an extended commercialstyle cabinet for lab work helps protect knobs and connectors from damage. Founded in a small, rented hotel room in 1972, mfj enterprises has grown into a worldwide leader for amateur radio components. Mfj 259 antenna analyzer calibration, problems, and service. Also found that the new mfj 269c swr read 3 points higher than the old 259 and another swr meter i have. You set the frequency you want, let go of the knob and it would rotate back the other direction about 116 of a turn. Simplified operating instructions and explanations. The manual contains important safety information youll need to know to avoid damaging your unit. Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians.
Stated in my downloaded manual as a warning i figured out that the. The mfj259b swr analyzer features a builtin 10 digit highcontrast lcd frequency counter. Mfj 249 swr analyzer instruction manual 4 operation of the mfj 249 after the mfj 249 is connected to a proper power source the red onoff button can be depressed to apply power. All information, images, and documents on this website are the sole property of mfj enterprises, inc. Introduction the box can be tested completely after assembling with the battery holder initially unassembled. Mfj269c covers 530khz to 230 mhz and 415 to 470 mhz an mfj269c exclusive. Mfj 269c and mfj 269cpro analyzer mini manual by nifty accessories.
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Mfj259d swr antenna analyzer, hfvhf and 220 280kghz. Stated in my downloaded manual as a warning i figured out that the black sheath around the 2 pins actually lifts off and can be placed down over the correct 2 pins. It provides a relatively pure harmonics better than 25 dbc signal of approximately 3 vpp 20 mw into a 50 ohm load. My swr readings were very high and i first thought my antenna or cable to be bad.
The mfj 269 still costs more allthough mfj 266 also does support uhf like the mfj 269. The ad voltage conversion could be watched while pressing gate time. Got my new mfj259c february 2018 and out of the box defective. Since mfj259b firmware has several versions under the same model number, you may find some final performance or. Mfj 269c instruction manual lfhfvhfuhf swr analyzer 3 the mfj 269c is also useful as a nonprecision signal source. Mfj 269c and mfj 269cpro analyzer mini manual by nifty accessories on.
All you do is connect your antenna, set your swr analyzer to the frequency you want and read your swr. Mfj259b gives you a complete pictures of your antennas performance. It includes all the features of the mfj259b plus much more. Mfj enterprises inc,ameritron,hygain,hygain,cushcraft,vectronics,mirage, mfj, mfj enterprises,antenna,radio,ham radio,amateur radio,tuner,analyzer,starkville,amplifier,xiegu,loop antenna. If you use opera you have to disable opera turbo function to download file.
The mfj 259c swr analyzer features a builtin 10 digit highcontrast lcd frequency counter. This derived data is available on the spreadsheet file which can be downloaded at the end of this page. Please read through this manual carefully before powering up your analyzer for the first time. The uk leading supplier and distributor of communications equipment. One port vector network analyzer vna measures the electrical parameters of one port of a network wont measure transmission parameters of a 2 port network. The ciahf manual suggests that you measure components using test. The operating frequency range of this unit extends from 1. Adjusting tuners the mfj 259 can be used to adjust tuners. Ham radio mfj259b antenna analyzer repair k3rrr kilo.
Mfj269c and mfj269cpro analyzer minimanual by nifty accessories. Here is another way it can be used to test coax, and you can see it helped me find a fault in some lmr400 instead of butchering the coax for. Some mfj manuals were rewritten and distancetofault measurement procedure. Mfj249 swr analyzer instruction manual 4 operation of the mfj249 after the mfj249 is connected to a proper power source the red onoff button can be depressed to apply power. Check out this video of what the mfj 269c does, how it operates, and why you should have one. Mfj antenna analyzer operation guides nifty accessories. One port vector network analyzer vna measures the electrical parameters of one port of a network wont measure transmission parameters of a 2 port network network electrical circuit a port is one complete signal path. Customer accounts did not transfer over to the new site so.
It didnt matter what direction you initially turned it, it always turned back the other direction when you let go of the knob. Hier erhalten sie amateurfunkgerate, zubehor, antennen, wlanmobilfunkantennen, kabel, stecker. Connect the mfj 259 antenna connector to the tuners 50 ohm input and the desired antenna to the normal tuner output. The main category is mfj 259b antenna analyzer that is about mfj 259b. Builtin nicadnimh charger circuit, battery saver, low battery warning, smooth reduction drive tuning. Mfj 269 instruction manual hfvhfuhf swr analyzer 3 the mfj 269 also functions as a nonprecision signal source and frequency counter.
Nifty quick reference provide simplified stepbystep operating instructions for your mfj antenna analyzers. Mfj has several other models with different feature sets. The mfj 259b swr analyzer features a builtin 10 digit highcontrast lcd frequency counter. Mfj 259 antenna analyzers sch service manual download. When pressed the red button should lock into position. It seems kind of expensive, but the graphical display might be worth it.
Notified mfj and they had me send the mfj 259c back for repair. Rugged, compact allaluminum construction, 4w x 634h x 2d. Lower band is retuneable to cover 470940 khz for maritime and 600 meters. Mfj 259b gives you a complete pictures of your antennas performance. May 30, 2015 hsms2820 surface mount rf schottky barrier diodesdetector diodes d1d4 on mfj 259 schematic msa0611 bipolar monolithic microwave integrated circuit mmic mmbfj310 njfet rf ampq1q2 differential amp and others. The standard way we describe impedance is a resistance in series with a reactance. Technical resource and information on mfj 259 antenna analyzer. Mfj 259c 530 khz 230 mhz antenna swr analyzers are compact, batterypowered rf impedance analyzers. Cushcraft achieved a major breakthrough in the development of an hf multiband vertical antenna that has been specifically designed for use with a tuner and amplifier. At a first look there seems to be just differences in metering panels and connectors. This calibration procedure is the correct procedure for later mfj 259b s. A more complete description of the mfj259bs features and proper measurement methods can be found by reading the sections on the particular measurement you wish to make. Mfj 259 antenna analyzer calibration, problems, and. If you have some stuff that not is listed here you can donate this by contact mods.
Go to the product page and click on the product manuals tab. Antenna analysers, buy new and used products from ham radio. Includes all the features of mfj259c, the worlds most popular swr analyzer plus much more. The mfj259b and similar instruments are very useful for trimming or adjusting antennas to resonance. This connection can be made with a manual rf switch to facilitate rapid changeover. Reading your antennas swr and finding its resonance has never been easier. Uses for the mfj 204b instruction and technical manual uses for the mfj 204b antenna bridge your mfj 204b antenna bridge has many uses. Mfj 259b analyzer calibration this is an mfj procedure that does not contain any information that would not be handed out by them. However, unless you have a strong working knowledge of rf systems, you may find these added modes of limited value. This is a very cute, little analyzer with a small graphical display. The mfj269c requires an external 11 16 v dc power source via a stan.
For basic handheld units like the mfj259c, the calibration plane is always fixed at the analyzers rf connector. In this page you find schematic, users and instructions manuals, service manuals, technical supplement, leaf leads and other good stuff. Like mfj269c except the bottom band covers 470940 khz for the maritime and 600 meter bands. Set the impedance mode verifying the correct reading for the 150 ohm resistance load 12.
Mfj217 antennenanalyzer, mfj209, mfj219, mfj 259b, mfj266, mfj269b. New 12bit ad converter gives much better accuracy and resolution than common 8bit ad converters an mfj269c exclusive. Jul 11, 20 the mfj259b and similar instruments are very useful for trimming or. Mfj 259b antenna analyzers sch service manual download. Any reuse or redistribution of the contents of this website are strictly forbidden without authorization from mfj enterprises, inc. Ideal as a ready reference and memory jogger for making swr, impedance, inductance, capacitance, frequency and other measurements. The mfj259b, and other digitized mfj antenna analyzers, compare three. Despite mfj s reputation, and despite possibly knowing better, im.
All information, images, and documents on this website are the sole property of mfj. This weeks episode explores antenna analyzers and things you. In building the ham radio 4080 meter inverted v antenna i ran into a slight set back. Mfj269c and mfj269cpro analyzer minimanual by nifty accessories on. Hook up several loads and veri9 the approximate readings. Consult the table of contents for the various applications. Home forums technical forums general technical questions and answers mfj259b vs mfj269. A short circuit in the so239 connector in my mfj259b antenna analyzer. An initial pcb precalibration procedure is assumed. Complete short form operating instructions in a compact reference guide. Just set the bandswitch and tune the dial just like your transceiver. So far no one has rated yet, so be the first to rate this link. Mmbfj310 njfet rf ampq1q2 differential amp and others downloaded by. About mfj259b manual the resource is currently listed in in a single category.
But the internal charger is a joke, as it cant charge the aa batteries even if left charging for days. Mfj269 instruction manual hfvhfuhf swr analyzer 3 the mfj269 also functions as a nonprecision signal source and frequency counter. Might cost more than a mfj259b combined, but the graphical interface of the t100, combined with its computer hookup capabilities is a sure winner. Ham radio mfj259b antenna analyzer repair k3rrr kilo three. This link is listed in our web site directory since tuesday may 19 2015, and till today mfj 259b manual has been followed for a total of 470 times. Download a pdf document for mfj269c antenna analyzer 230mhz and 415 470mhz. The frequency coverage for the mfj 204b is from below 1.
Your analyzers calibration plane is the point of reference where all measurements have greatest accuracy gain reference 0db and phase shift 0 degrees. Mfj269c instruction manual lfhfvhfuhf swr analyzer 3 the mfj269c is also useful as a nonprecision signal source. Mfj 259c gives you a complete pictures of your antennas performance. The mfj 259c is the latest entry in a long line of timetested designs using proven technology and rugged construction to ensure years of reliable service. Large easytoread two line lcd display and sidebyside meters clearly display your information. The main category is mfj259b antenna analyzer that is about mfj259b. Since mfj 259b firmware has several versions under the same model number, you may find some final performance or function verification steps invalid. Mfj269c and mfj269cpro analyzer minimanual mmmfj269c price. Uses for the mfj204b instruction and technical manual uses for the mfj204b antenna bridge your mfj204b antenna bridge has many uses. This information is here only because it is the correct way to calibrate the mfj259b analyzer. In this page you find schematic, users and instructions manuals, service. This multiband vertical designs provide 9 band coverage encompassing the 6, 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, 30, 40 and 80 meter bands.
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