Hunt Down Elusive Signals

Tracking down interference requires spectrum monitoring and real-time analysis. Visualize frequency spectrums, identify unusual patterns, and locate sources of interference.

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N9918B FieldFox Handheld RF Analyzer

Max frequency: 26.5 GHz
Max bandwidth:
120 MHz

N9953B FieldFox Handheld RF Analyzer

Max frequency: 54 GHz
Max bandwidth:
120 MHz

N9912C FieldFox Handheld RF Analyzer

Max frequency: 10 GHz
Max bandwidth:
40 MHz

N9915C FieldFox Handheld RF Analyzer

Max frequency: 10 GHz
Max bandwidth:
 120 MHz

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Interference Hunting: Frequently Asked Questions

Interference hunting is the process of detecting, locating, and mitigating interference issues impacting the performance of a wireless communication system. This involves monitoring the spectrum for signals impacting the performance and reliability of the communication system. Once the interfering signal is identified and characterized, use techniques such as direction finding to locate the source of the disruptive transmitter and mitigate the interference.

Depending on the method, interference hunting uses a variety of equipment to detect, locate, and mitigate interference issues. Remote monitoring software detects signals impacting the performance and reliability of the communication system. Tracking down these signals requires frequency capture, visualization, and logging.
Spectrum analyzers visualize the frequency spectrum, identify unusual patterns, and use mapping capabilities to locate sources of interference, with real-time spectrum analysis (RTSA) for dynamic interference tracking. Often paired with a spectrum analyzer, direction finding (DF) antennas indicate the general direction of the interfering source. Additionally, GPS receivers provide precise location and mapping data.  

Signal hunting grows increasingly complex in today’s crowded RF spectrum environment. Interference can cause problems such as data loss, signal degradation, and unstable network performance. This lowers the user experience with poor audio quality, dropped calls, and disrupted video streams. In a world where seamless communication is the expectation, interference hunting is crucial for preventing communication disruptions. 

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