Option 030 adds remote control capability to FieldFox analyzers, so that FieldFox can be controlled via an iOS device, or an Android device. The FieldFox app, running on the iOS/Android device, combined with Option 030 on the FieldFox analyzer provides full control of the instrument from a remote location. The app emulates the front panel of FieldFox, so users can press the FieldFox hard keys or softkeys using their iPhone/iPad, or Android mobile device and make measurements remotely. For example, a tower climber can be on the tower with a FieldFox analyzer, while the technician controls and makes the measurements down below, using an iPad. The iPad and FieldFox communicate via a network connection.

• iOS device requirements
• iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch
• iOS of 6.1 or higher
• A WiFi or cellular network connection
• Android device requirements
• Android phone, tablet PC
• Android OS of 9.0 or higher
• A WiFi or cellular network connection

The FieldFox app communicates with FieldFox via a network connection, so both the iOS/Android device and FieldFox need to be on a network where both devices can reach the other. For example, a company intranet or a site installation using a wireless router. FieldFox can directly be connected to a LAN cable, or if wired LAN is not available, a user-supplied wireless router can be configured to work with FieldFox. FieldFox does not include a wireless router.

FieldFox app without Option 030

The FieldFox app can be installed on an iOS or an Android device independent of the presence of Option 030 on the analyzer. Without Option 030, users can view the live display screen of their FieldFox remotely but cannot control the instrument. With 030 purchased and installed on their FieldFox, users can both view and control their FieldFox. Control refers to the ability to press hard keys, and softkeys, make or change measurements, etc. Option 030 does not include the iOS or the Android device itself. Users must supply their own iOS or Android device. Option 030 is a license on the FieldFox analyzer. Option 030 and the FieldFox app are not applicable to BlackBerry, or Windows phone/tablet devices. FieldFox can be remotely controlled via PC software using a wireless or wired LAN connection. FieldFox Data Link software provides a remote display tool with a virtual keypad that allows remote access to the FieldFox display (Option 030 not required).