How do I upgrade the firmware ? ........................16 How to add call sign display ?..........................18 How to use PC software and how to install drivers ? ................... 19 2 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
At the same time, we have transplanted the open source software of edy555 to FreeRTOS system. The current open source address of this project is: https://github.com/flyoob/NanoVNA-F. Every enthusiast can view and learn to compile the firmware. 3 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
Due to the firmware update, the Quick Start Guide is constantly being improved and optimized, please click the link below to get the latest PDF version. Click to download the latest version. 5 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
Now, you can use PORT1 as a signal source for a fixed output amplitude, but it is important to note that this machine uses the clock signal generator Si5351 as the signal source, the output signal is square wave, contains a larger odd harmonic. 6 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
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The change of the span will affect other system parameters. For more details, please refer to “Span”. In Zero Span, the start frequency, stop frequency and center frequency are always the same value. For more test examples, please visit Deepelec Store. 7 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
Once the calibration is complete, the three calibrators can be connected to PORT1 again, and the correct calibration should be based on the S11 SMITH chart, which should be: 8 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
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When connected to SHORT, the curves should be concentrated on the left most side of the S11 SMITH chart; When connecting LOAD, the curves should all be concentrated in the middle of the S11 SMITH chart; 9 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
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If you change the measurement conditions, such as adding a adapter and modifying the frequency range, you may need to recalibrate and store the parameters in 0-4. All parameters can be called up by the “recall” function. 10 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
5V. In an emergency, users can use NanoVNA-F as a mobile power supply. When NanoVNA-F is charging and discharging, the status of the indicator is as follows: Status Blue Charging Blink Charge Full Discharging Discharge Low battery Blink 11 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
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You can solder the battery directly to the PCB. But the recommended method is to add a terminal, the type of the power interface is PH2.0, the connector on the battery side needs to match it, and the cable length is about 4CM. 12 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
SMA-JJ male to male connector x1 ⚫ SMA-KK female to female connector x1 ⚫ SMA-JKW male to female right angle connector x1 Please visit Deepelec Store for more information. 13 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
Each NanoVNA-F we produce has a unique serial number on the side of the fuselage, which is the only proof of after-sales service and warranty. The NanoVNA-F text with artistic fonts is a trademark / Logo (under registration) registered by Deepelec in China. From November 15, 2019, we only produce NanoVNA-F with this trademark / Logo, Please check carefully before buying.
6. How do I calibrate the touch screen ? (1) Enter menu DISPLAY-TOUCHCAL (2) Use a toothpick or other sharp object to click the center of the cross that appears in order. 15 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
(1) Connect your NanoVNA-F to a PC's USB port using Type-C USB socket on the device. Press the selector switch and keep it down, while powering up the device. The LCD displays the following prompt, indicating that the boot-loader is active. 16 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
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(2) Then at PC side, the device will act as a disk drive, which should appear in File Explorer. Copy you new update.bin into the root directory of that disk. 17 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
(1) Connect your NanoVNA-F to a PC's USB port using Type-C USB socket on the device. Press the selector switch and keep it down, while powering up the device. The LCD displays the following prompt, indicating that the boot-loader is active. 18 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
Install the appropriate 32 or 64bit driver. Turn ON the nano, attach to any USB port, and wait for the computer to give the "Installing driver" message. Wait until it completes. 19 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
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Hangzhou Minghong Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. We haven't released official PC software at this time, we recommend using nanovna-saver(by Rune B. Broberg), a powerful NanoVNA PC software. https://github.com/mihtjel/nanovna-saver 20 | www.deepelec.com | NanoVNA-F Handheld Vector Network Analyzer Incomplete Manual v1.0...
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