VIAVI 3Z RF Vision Antenna Alignment Tool with Built-In Camera

The VIAVI 3Z RF Vision is a compact, ruggedized tool for aligning directional antennas, including panel, microwave point-to-point and cylindrical/stealth antennas. It records the target coordinates and the final measured alignment so that installed antenna orientation can be checked against the RF design specifications.

Camera and augmented-reality targeting

An integrated camera captures a line-of-sight image with every alignment, showing where the antenna is pointing and revealing obstructions such as new buildings or growing tree lines. The 5-inch LCD touch screen displays an augmented-reality bullseye target; the technician aligns the antenna by moving the crosshair onto the bullseye. The touch screen responds to input through most work gloves.

Dual-frequency GNSS

The instrument connects to GPS and GLONASS. Dual-frequency GNSS technology measures each satellite twice, tracking up to 174 satellite signals, which supports faster and more accurate readings in dense urban areas and on crowded towers.

Reporting and mobile app

3Z RF Vision generates a single PDF or CSV closeout report per site without post-processing. Reports include target coordinates, final measured alignment data, site sector identifiers, geocoding, geolocation, date and time stamp, and a line-of-sight photo. Reports can be retrieved through the built-in micro USB port or shared in real time via the 3Z RF Vision mobile app over Bluetooth. A lifetime Camera License Key is required to use the full camera capabilities.

Rugged design

The enclosure is made of strengthened polycarbonate with a protective rubber bumper, and the display is covered with chemically strengthened glass for resistance to scratching, cracking and breaking. The tool is designed for use in all weather conditions and for 5G small-cell and mmW antenna installations where precise alignment and line-of-sight surveys are required.