RFlect - Antenna Plot Tool

Version: 1.4.0

RFlect is a comprehensive antenna plotting tool, currently designed specifically for visualizing and analyzing antenna measurements from the Howland Company 3100 Antenna Chamber and WTL Test Lab outputs. Additionally, it offers support for .csv VNA files of S11/VSWR, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of antenna data processing needs. Through its user-friendly graphical interface, RFlect provides an intuitive way to handle various antenna metrics and visualize results.

Installation

1. Run the provided installer from the latest release (RFlect_vX.X.X.exe)
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

How to Use

Select Scan Type:

• Choose from Active(Future Implementation), Passive, or .csv (VNA/S11 LogMAG) scan.

  

Adjust Settings (if needed):

• Click the Settings button to open the settings window.
• Depending on your scan type selection, adjust the relevant settings.
  • For VNA/S11 LogMAG scans, you can set limit lines.
  • For Passive scans, select between G&D or HPOL/VPOL.
  • For Active scans, future implementation

Import Data:

• Click the Import File(s) button.
• Follow the on-screen prompts to select and import your data files.

View Results:

• If you've selected a VPOL/HPOL Passive scan, or Active Scan*, you can click View Results to visualize the data.
• For other scan types, results will be displayed after data import.

Additional Features

• Save your results using the Save Results to File button.
• Adjust the frequency and other parameters using the provided dropdown menus and input fields.

Note to Users

• Always ensure the data you're importing is consistent with the scan type you've selected.
• For best results, ensure that settings are appropriately adjusted before importing data.

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The software is under active development, and additional features and improvements are expected in the future. Please refer to the release notes for version-specific details.