EMF Visual Intro

RF SafetyEMF measurementand simulation tools

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table of contents

>EME Guard Page 4

>Introduction Page 1

>EME Spy 140 Page 8

>EME Spy Page 10

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>INSITE Box Page 13

>INSITE Free Page 16

>EMF Visual Page 25

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The continuous growth of wireless communication has in the recent past raised public awareness and concerns about the potential health hazards due to exposure to “waves” (electromagnetic fi elds). Two non-profi t international bodies have been asked to address this concern: the ICNIRP (International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection) and the WHO (World Health Organization).In particular since 1992 WHO has been studying the potential risks associated with so called non-ionizing radiations and in 1998 the ICNIRP has published guidelines that each country should transpose into local laws and regulations. These guidelines are based on the effects that these radiations have on body temperature. Detailed information are available on WHO (www.who.int) and ICNIRP (www.icnirp.org) web sites.

What are reference levels?

To protect people from potential hazards, limits have been fi xed by international organizations. These limits are called Reference Levels and are the maximum allowed E-fi eld for a given frequency. These levels are derived from limits on the maximum allowable body tissue temperature increase caused by the fi elds. The restrictions refer to the SAR values (Specifi c Absorption Rate) that quantify the rate at which RF (radio frequency) energy is absorbed by the body. SAR values correspond to a temperature in-crease in a localized area of tissues in the human body. SAR values are challenging to measure in real environ-ments, which is why equivalent E-fi eld reference levels have been calculated.

Why do we measure exposure levels?>

Whenever there is electricity (voltage or current) an electromagnetic fi eld (EMF) arises. All types of wireless transmissions (radio/TV broadcasting, voice/data wireless communication) use electromagnetic fi elds. The generated fi eld propagates in waves and is all around us even if we cannot see it or hear it. The electromagnetic fi eld has two components: the Electric (E) Field and Magnetic (H) Field, and they are proportional with each other.

ICNIRP - Reference levels for exposure to electric fi elds

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measurement standards

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The basic restrictions and reference levels defi ned by the ICNIRP are guidelines, which have been used as a basis by many countries to implement their own recommendations or laws and ensure that these levels are not exceeded. However, some countries or cities have decided to set their own limits independently from these guidelines.In order to compare the measured exposure levels to the regulatory limits, measurement protocols have been defi -ned, such as: ECC/REC/(02)04, EN50383, EN 50492, or IEEE Std.C95.3 for in-situ measurements.

A complete range of radio frequency

safety instruments

SATIMO has developed a range of instruments to measure the level of exposure to the electromagnetic fi eld and to address the following needs:• To monitor actual levels and compare them to the regulatory limits.• To address public concern through appropriate communication.• To provide tools for occupational safety.• To simulate EMF radiation in real environments.

Common sources of electromagnetic fi elds are telecom-munication and broadcasting antennas, working on the FM, TV, GSM, UMTS, WiFi… bands and point-to-point or military transmission systems.

Measurement Simulation

Occupational General public Both

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Broadband Selectivity/ Selectivity/ N/A

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EME Guard EME Spy INSITE Box INSITE Free EMF Visual

BTS installer

BTS maintenance CY

Mobile phone operators

Other operators (broadcast, PMR)

R&D labs, universities

Local and national authorities

Regulators

Certifi cation bodies

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➊ Product category• Broadband personal exposure meter

➋ Measurement capabilities• Continuously records the electromagnetic fi eld level and alerts user to potential over-exposure

➌ User profi le• Anyone working close to emitting antennas

(broadcast, base station, radars …) • Installation and maintenance staff, broadcast, PMR and mobile phone operators or regulatory bodies employees

➍ Frequency band• 27 MHz to 40 GHz

➎ Related recommendations• FCC 96-326 • ICNIRP • Safety Code 6 • 2004/40/EC• Exposure thresholds are user-defi nable and can be adapted to any recommendation

EME Guard>The EME Guard is a robust device easily worn on a belt clip, in an outside pocket or in a harness. It is equipped with three independent alarms (vibrator, buzzer and warning light) that alert the wearer as soon as the measured fi eld level exceeds the predetermined exposure threshold.EME Guard comes with software that enables the user to customize alarm thresholds to requirements and to save measurement data for monitoring purposes.

>Software:

EME Guard Analysis on CD Rom

>Equipment:

Case Belt clip USB cable Battery charger

>Accessories:

Belt and holster Aquapac® waterproof case

>Services: Calibration report Initial calibration Additional calibration Training Extended warranty

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The EME Guard Analysis software defi nes two user profi les:

➊ Administrator mode, gives additional rights to confi gure the device to requirements (threshold defi nition).

➋ User mode, enables download and visualization of measurements recorded in the embedded memory of the device.

The Administrator can customize the device according to the thresholds defi ned by his own guidelines. > Only the Administrator is given right of access to device confi guration and customize.

STEP 1: Defi ne the reference threshold that will trigger the visual alarm. The 4 warning lights are activated as soon as exposure level attains 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% of the chosen reference threshold.

STEP 2: Defi ne the thresholds that will trigger the audio and vibrating alarms:Over a 6 minute mean: the alarm is triggered as soon as the mean calculated over the preceding 6 minutes exceeds the predetermined threshold. This 6 minute calculation is the reference duration which conforms to the ICNIRP recommendations. Or:Instantaneous: as soon as a measurement exceeds the threshold, the alarms are triggered.

STEP 3: Defi ne the recording period.

STEP 4: Start the device (ON/OFF button) and perform measurements.

STEP 5: Import the measurements in the form of secure fi les using a USB cable and display the results.

High performance probe for accurate

measurements

The EME Guard is equipped with a triaxial probe which guarantees measurement isotropy. Each device comes with a calibration report. The performance of this sensor has been optimized to ensure maximum isotropy.

Isotropy at 1400 MHz

Alarm front view

Isotropy at 2100 MHz

The measurement fi les are downloaded on the PC’s hard disc as binary fi les, thus ensuring the safety of historical data.


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A robust product

The device is equipped with an auto-test system which is launched when the device is switched on. This test ensures that the EME Guard is functioning normally and that battery level is suffi cient. In any case, if the battery level is too low, an orange warning light alerts the user immediately.

The case is metallic and ensures an IP55 Ingress Protection level, ideal for outdoor use.

➊ Technical characteristics

Frequency range 27 MHz – 40 GHz

Upper detection limit 200 V/m

Lower detection limit 5 V/m

➋ Measurement uncertainty

Axial isotropy : +/- 1 dB at 1400 MHz +/- 2 dB at 2100 MHz

Frequency response : 27 MHz - 2.5 GHz : +/- 3 dB 2.5 GHz - 6 GHz : + 6/0 dB 6 GHz - 10 GHz : + 12/+ 6 dB 10 GHz - 20 GHz : + 10/0 dB 20 GHz - 40 GHz : + 8/- 3 dB

➌ Alarm confi guration

Reference threshold Confi gurable by the user 20, 40, 60, 80, 100 or 140 V/m

Alarm mode Instantaneous or 6 min. mean

Visual alarm 4 LEDs 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% of the reference threshold

Audio alarm Activated (from 5 V/m to 137 V/m) or de-activated

Vibrator Activated (from 5 V/m to 137 V/m) or de-activated

Low battery indicator Orange LED

➍ Measurement confi guration

Update period for display and alarms 1 sec

Measurement recording Activated or de-activated

Recording capacity 30 000 measurements MAX

Recording period 1-255 sec

Duration of recording

• min. 1 mn

• max. Duration in mn =

30 000 points X recording period (sec) 60

➎ Conditions for use

Temperature, humidity -10 to 50°C, 85% max. humidity

Power supply of battery charger 110 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz

Battery Lithium-Ion

Battery life > 100 hours

Type of link USB

➏ Mechanical characteristics

Dimensions 172 x 60 x 35 mm (H, L, W) without belt clip

Weight 320 g

Protection IP 55

➐ Hardware requirements

Processor PC Pentium 500 MHz or equivalent

Cable link USB

Operating system Windows 98/2000/XP/7

Memory 256 MB RAM

Free space on hard disk 100 MB


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• Operational frequency band up to 6 GHz• Detection threshold down to 0.005 V/m• Compact and light-weight• Faster downloading process*• Better IP rating*

* Than former EME Spy 121 version

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➊ Certifi cation• ICNIRP levels are used as a reference

➋ Measurement capabilities• Continuously monitors personal exposure to electromagnetic fields, and identifies the type of contributor

➌ User profi le• Research laboratories, universities, municipalities, governmental agencies, broadcast, PMR, and mobile phone operators, regulatory bodies

➍ Frequency band• 14 selected frequency bands from 88 MHz to 5850 MHz

➎ Related recommendations• ICNIRP levels are used as a reference• Other reference levels can be used from the Excel results

EME Spy 140>

EME Spy is a light and portable dosimeter which performs continuous measurements of the human exposure level to electromagnetic fi elds on predefi ned frequency bands. This unique solution enables accurate selective measurements without incurring the costs of an integrated spectrum analyzer.

>Software:

EME SPY Analysis software

>Equipment:

Case USB cable

>Services: Calibration report Calibration Installation Training Extended warranty

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FREQUENCY RANGES AXIAL ISOTROPY

Min - Max Standard deviation

FM (88 – 108 MHz) ± 2.6 dB ± 1.7 dB

TV3 (174 – 223 MHz) ± 2.2 dB ± 1.3 dB

TETRA (380 - 390 MHz) ± 2.5 dB ± 1.2 dB

TV4&5 (470 – 830 MHz) ± 0.8 dB ± 0.4 dB

GSM Tx (880 – 915 MHz) ± 2.6 dB ± 1.6 dB

GSM Rx (925 – 960 MHz) ± 2.4 dB ± 1.5 dB

DCS Tx (1710 – 1785 MHz) ± 2.3 dB ± 1.3 dB

DCS Rx (1805 – 1880 MHz) ± 2.2 dB ± 1.4 dB

DECT (1880 – 1900 MHz) ± 1.2 dB ± 0.8 dB

UMTS Tx (1920 – 1980 MHz) ± 0.9 dB ± 0.5 dB

UMTS Rx (2110 – 2170 MHz) ± 1.3 dB ± 0.6 dB

WiFi 2G (2400 – 2500 MHz) ± 1.5 dB ± 0.8 dB

WiMAX (3400 – 3800 MHz) ± 2.9 dB ± 1.5 dB

WiFI 5G (5150 – 5850 MHz) ± 3.9 dB ± 2.0 dB

➌ Measurement confi guration

Number of data points 80 000 max

Logging intervals 4 - 255 s

➋ Probe characteristics

Probe Tri-axial E-fi eld probe 80 MHz – 6 GHz

Sensitivity FM 0.05 V/m TETRA, TV4 & 5 0.01 V/m GSM, DCS, DECT, UMTS, WiFi, 2G 0.005 V/m TV3, WiMAX, WiFi 5G 0.02 V/m

Dynamic 60 dB (up to 5V/m)

➍ Operating conditions

Temperature, -10 to 50°C, humidity 85% of humidity

Battery life* 80 hours with a recording period of 60 sec 68 hours with a recording period of 30 sec 42 hours with a recording period of 10 sec 19 hours with a recording period of 4 sec

* 2 rechargeable batteries

➎ Mechanical characteristics

Dimensions 168.5 x 79 x 49.7 mm (H x L x W)

Weight 410 g

Protection IP 55

➏ Hardware requirements

Processor PC Pentium 500 MHz

Cable link USB Port

Operating system Windows 98/2000/XP/7*

Free space on hard disc 200 MB

* Currently undergoing evaluation

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Differentiating upload and download link is not only useful to assess the contribution of each transmitter, but also to avoid corruption of the results by phones emitting close to the dosimeter.

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➊ Product category• E-fi eld frequency selective personal exposure meter

➋ Measurement capabilities• Continuously monitors personal exposure to electromagnetic fi elds, and identifi es the type of contributor

➌ User profi le• Research laboratories*, universities, municipalities, governmental agencies, broadcast, PMR, and mobile phone operators, regulatory bodies

➍ Frequency band• EME SPY 121: From 88 MHz to 2.5 GHz • EME Spy 100: From 88 MHz to 2.17 GHz

➎ Related recommendations• ICNIRP levels are used as a reference• Other reference levels can be used from the Excel results

* EME Spy (formerly DSP 090 and DSP 120) has been used for a number of

scientifi c studies. For a complete list of our references, please contact us.

EME Spy 121/100>EME Spy is a light and portable dosimeter which performs continuous measurements of the human exposure level to electromagnetic fi elds on predefi ned frequency bands.

>Software:

EME Spy Analysis on CD Rom

>Equipment:

Case Belt clip USB cable Battery charger

>Services: Calibration report Initial calibration Additional calibration Training Extended warranty



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Thanks to its dedicated software, EME Spy Analysis, the dosimeter is easy to program. When the measurement cycle has fi nished, the collected data can be directly transferred to dedicated software with a USB cable. The data can also be exported to Excel, analysed, and compared to the recommended maximum exposure levels (using ICNIRP’s levels as a pre-defi ned reference).

The dosimeter’s battery will

measure exposure levels

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EME Spy Analysis software enables the dosimeter to be administrated through a USB cable.

STEP 1: Set-up the device.• Defi ne measurement period and duration.• Check the device.• Synchronise the date and time of the dosimeter and the computer.

STEP 2: Start the device (ON button) and perform measurements.

STEP 3: Import measurement data and present results.• Once the dosimeter is connected to the PC, the software can import the measurement data.• Each measurement datum (either the mean for the total fi eld or for each frequency range) is linked to a date and a time.• If the ON button of the EME Spy is pressed at any point in time during the campaign, the measurement will be specifi cally marked in the downloaded fi le.

The collected data can be post

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in a clear and simple way

• EME Spy Analysis post-processes the measurement data and presents statistical information in graphical form. • The software allows the display of both the instantaneous value or the 6 minute mean value.• The data can be exported to Excel and compiled with other measurement data.

Differentiating upload and download link is not only useful to assess the contribution of each transmitter, but also to avoid corruption of the results by phones emitting close to the dosimeter.

The measurement fi les are downloaded on the PC’s hard disc as binary fi les, thus ensuring the safeguard of historical data.

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➊ Technical characteristics 88 MHz - 2.5 GHz

EME SPY 121 FREQUENCY RANGES AXIAL ISOTROPY

FM 88 MHz > 108 MHz ± 1.3 dB

TV3 174 MHz > 223 MHz ± 1.3 dB

TETRA 380MHz > 400MHz ± 1.2 dB

TV4&5 470 MHz > 830 MHz ± 0.9 dB

GSM TX 880 MHz > 915 MHz ± 1.8 dB

GSM RX 925 MHz > 960 MHz ± 0.8 dB

DCS TX 1710 MHz > 1785 MHz ± 1.4 dB

DCS RX 1805 MHz > 1880 MHz ± 1.0 dB

DECT 1880 MHz > 1900MHz ± 1.3 dB

UMTS TX 1920 MHz > 1980 MHz ± 0.8 dB

UMTS RX 2110 MHz > 2170 MHz ± 1.8 dB

WIFI 2400 MHz > 2500 MHz ± 3.3 dB


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Technical characteristics 88 MHz - 2.17 GHz

EME SPY 100 FREQUENCY RANGES AXIAL ISOTROPY

FM 88 MHz > 108 MHz ± 1.3 dB

TV7 177 MHz > 213 MHz ± 1.3 dB

TETRA 380MHz > 400MHz ± 1.2 dB

TV47 473 MHz > 749 MHz ± 0.9 dB

CDMA TX 824 MHz > 848 MHz ± 0.8 dB

CDMA RX 869 MHz > 893 MHz ± 1.0 dB

PCS TX 1750 MHz > 1780 MHz ± 1.4 dB

PCS RX 1840 MHz > 1870 MHz ± 1.0 dB

IMT-2000 TX 1920 MHz > 1980 MHz ± 0.8 dB

IMT-2000 RX 2110 MHz > 2170 MHz ± 1.8 dB

Isotropy at 2140 MHz Isotropy at 650 MHz

➋ Probe characteristics

Probe Triaxial E-fi eld probe

Sensitivity 0.05 V/m

Dynamic - EME Spy 121 46 dB (up to 10 V/m)

Dynamic - EME Spy 100 40 dB (up to 5 V/m)


Number of data points - EME Spy 121 12540

Number of data points - EME Spy 100 7168

Logging intervals 4-255s

➍ Conditions for use

Temperature, humidity -10 to 50°C,

85% of humidity

Battery Lithium-Ion

Battery life Up to 20 days

Power supply 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hzof battery charger max. 0.9A

➎ Mechanical characteristics

Dimensions 193 X 95.6 X 69.4 mm (H, L, W)

Weight 450 g

Protection IP 50



Cable link USB Port


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➊ Product category• Remotely-operated E-field frequency selective monitoring station

➋ Measurement capabilities• Continuously monitors the electromagnetic fi eld within specifi c geographical areas

➌ User profi le• Municipalities, governmental agencies, mobile phone operators, regulatory bodies

➍ Frequency band• A choice of up to 16 bands, see possible combinations in the table below

➎ Related recommendations• ICNIRP levels are used as a reference; other reference levels can be used from the Excel results

INSITE Box >

>Software:

INSITE Box Control on CD Rom INSITE Box Analysis on CD Rom

>Equipment:

RS 232 or USB cable Solar panel Ethernet cable* 3G card* Embedded PC Free space on FTP site SIM card with GPRS function activated

>Services: Calibration report Initial calibration Additional calibration Training Extended warranty Product customization Alarms when predefi ned level

is exceeded sent per SMS or email

* Option only available with embedded PC


Confi gure our standard product to your own requirements and discover the full capabilities of our solutions in our “ Product features”

The INSITE Box is an area-monitoring device of personal exposure levels. As opposed to spot measurements (such as measurements made with spectral analysis portable systems), INSITE Box can be positioned in the vicinity of emitting antennas to monitor exposure over a period of time. Thanks to SATIMO’s unique fi lter technology, it can differentiate the contributor and present measurement results for each pre-defi ned frequency band (Ex: GSM, UMTS etc…).It can transfer data through a modem, a 3G card or an Ethernet cable, allowing remote control of the measurement campaign and direct publication of the data on a dedicated website.

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Monitor exposure level within

a geographical area and publish

results on website

The INSITE Box is connected to a website or PC through a FTP site. Thus installation requires the user to provide a SIM card for the GSM/GPRS modem.

STEP1: Input FTP details, SIM Card and confi gure cycle parameters. During the installation stage, the INSITE Box is connected to a PC (with RS 232 or USB ca-ble), where INSITE Box Control software has been installed.

STEP 2: After the fi rst cycle, use INSITE Box Analysis to download the results. The software enables either auto-matic or manual data importation from the FTP site.

STEP 3: If required, use INSITE Box Analysis remote management features to send new confi guration data to the station and modify measurement sequences (for ins-tance if the measurement period needs to be changed).

A tool that gives residents/public

access to information

The data collected on the FTP site can feed a dedicated website where measurement information and results are presented. INSITE Box can easily be used to cover more

than one specifi c area and can be moved from time to time to monitor other areas. Websites usually display a map, so that residents can easily identify where the stations are, and a calendar where information is presented (with daily, weekly and monthly statistics on exposure levels).


FREQUENCY BAND FREQUENCY RANGES INSITE BOX 080 INSITE BOX 070 Included Optional « Product features »

AM 525 KHz > 1605 KHz

HF 3 > 30 MHz

FM 88 > 108 MHz

TV3 174 > 223 MHz

TV7 177 > 213 MHz

TETRA 380 > 400 MHz

TV4&5 470 > 830 MHz

TV 47 473 > 749 MHz

CDMA RX 869 > 893 MHz

GSM TX 880 > 915 MHz

GSM RX 925 > 960 MHz

DCS TX 1710 > 1785 MHz

DCS RX 1805 > 1880 MHz

PCS RX 1840 > 1870 MHz

DECT 1880 > 1900 MHz

UMTS Tx 1920 > 1980 MHz

UMTS Rx/ IMT-2000 RX 2110 > 2170 MHz

WIFI 2400 > 2500 MHz

WiMAX 3400 > 3800 MHz

WiFI 5 G 5150 > 5850 MHz

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Sensitivity 0.05 V/m Down to 0.005 V/m

Dynamic 40 dB (up to 5V/m) Up to 60 dB Ex: 0.1-100 V/m


Included Optional « Product features »

Number of 7168 7168 mindata points

Logging interval 4-255 s 2 s min

➍ Conditions for use

Temperature, humidity -10 to 50°C,

85% humidity

Electrical power supply 230 VAC, 50 Hz

Solar panel power DC 12V, with an autonomysupply (optional) of 6 days in darkness

➎ Typical technical characteristics

Dimensions without solar panel with solar panel 250 X 317 X 1350 mm 320 X 520 X 1350 mm (L,W,H ) (L,W,H )

Total weight 18 KG 22 KG

Protection IP 54



Cable Link RS 232 or USB


Memory 256 MB RAM


Isotropy at 650 MHz

Isotropy at 940 MHz

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➊ Product category• E-field narrow band measurement system with spectrum analyzer

➋ Measurement capabilities• Performs in situ spot measurements

➌ User profi le• Regulation agencies, certifi cation offi ces, municipalities, broadcast, PMR and mobile phone operators, installers, research laboratories, administrative bodies and more.

➍ Frequency band• 100 KHz to 6 GHz

➎ Related recommendations• ECC/REC/(02)04, EN50383 and EN 50492

INSITE Free>INSITE Free is a compact measurement system for narrow band analysis. The system is composed of a probe connected to a switch/amplifi cation box. The system also requires a spectrum analyzer. These elements can be operated either manually or remotely through INSITE Free software. The SW enables the user to defi ne measurement scenarios, analyze measurements, review the results graphically and automatically generate reports in Excel format. The switch enables successive selections of the three measurement axes to obtain an isotropic result without changing the position of the probe. As it is equipped with an amplifi er, the switch also improves the sensitivity of the system over the 100 KHz to 30 MHz frequency band.

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>Software:

INSITE Free on CD Rom with dongle key INSITE Free/ANFR on CD Rom with

dongle key

>Equipment:

100 KHz to 3 GHz probe 700 MHz to 6 GHz probe Spectrum analyzer Switch box (with battery charger) Probe holder Wooden tripod

>Compatible spectrum analyzer*: ANRITSU: MT8212B, MT8220A, MT8222A,

MS2711A/D, MS2661B, MS2721B, MS2665C, MS2724B, MS2713E, S332D, S362E

Rohde & Schwarz: FSH3/6, FSH4/8, ZVL3, FSHP, FSV3, FSL6 WILLTEK: 9101/9102 AGILENT: E7495B, ESA series, 856xEC series, N9912A BIRD: Signal Hawk

>Accessories: Cables

>Services: Initial probe and cable calibration Additional calibration Training Extended warranty

* Drivers for additional analyzers can be added upon request

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➊ INSITE Free SW is a fl exible tool that can be confi gured by the user to perform measurements and generate reports according to specifi c measurement protocols, in particular those recommended by ECC.➋ In addition, for the French market, INSITE Free/ ANFR SW follows the protocol v2.1 of the French National Agency of Frequencies (ANFR) step by step.

STEP 1: Choose hardware confi guration.In this fi rst phase, the user programs the measurement session according to his own hardware confi guration: spectrum analyzer, GPS, probe, cable, UMTS scanner and switch. For this purpose, the probe, cable and switch calibration fi les are selected and loaded.INSITE Free works with all of the most frequently used spectrum analyzers.

STEP 2: Defi ne measurement scenarioOnce the hardware has been confi gured, the user can program the measurement scenarios:• Choose frequency bands to be measured from a list or create user-defi ned bands.• Defi ne the channels or specifi c carriers.• Defi ne channel width.• Choose attenuation mode.• Choose analysis mode (peaks, TDMA or W-CDMA).• Choose automatic or manual defi nition of RBW/VBW.

STEP 3: Perform measurement analysis.The data collected for each band is presented on the main window of the software. Measurements corresponding to each of the three axes can be displayed in order to check the polarisation of the electric fi eld.

Depending on the characteristics of the spectrum analyzer, the user can repeat the following analysis modes:• CW Analysis: selection of peaks according to predefi ned threshold.• TDMA analysis: extrapolation of BCCH value.• W-CDMA analysis: UMTS decoding (measurement and extrapolation of the CPICH value).The user can re-launch measurements using specifi c detection modes (positive peak, negative peak, sample…) and measurement modes (Max. hold, Min. hold, and average) available with the spectrum analyzer.

STEP 4: Visualize results.The results can be visualized with the following functions:• Full scan or per frequency band.• Zoom in with peak identifi cation threshold.• 3 types of scale for a better high and low band visualization.• Quick view of element’s properties.

Sessions are saved in XML and results can be exported into Excel.The results can be compared to the reference levels given by specifi c guidelines. Two guidelines are available by default:• ICNIRP• Safety Code 6(Other reference levels can be added upon request).

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high performance isotropic probes

to cover the 100 KHz to 6 GHz

frequency ranges

Two probes are available: from 100 KHz to 3 GHz and from 700 MHz to 6 GHz. Both probes are made of three orthogonal monopoles. The patented shape of each monopole optimizes the functioning and isotropy of the probe over the entire frequency range.

➊ Mechanical characteristics 100 KHz - 3 GHz probe

Dimension (without cable) 406 mm

Weight 980 gr

RF cable length 2 m

Connector 3N

Protection IP 44

Conditions for use(temperature, humidity) -10 to 50°c, 85 % humidity

➋ Electrical characteristics 100 KHz - 3 GHz probe

Sensitivity at 900 MHz 1 mV/m(Given for a spectrum analyzer sensitivity of -90 dBm)(Cable loss taken into account)

Max. E-fi eld/900 MHz 200 V/m

Isotropy at 900 MHz ± 1 dB

Isotropy at 1800 MHz ± 1,7 dB

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100 KHz - 3 GHz probe antenna factor

100 KHz - 3 GHz probe sensitivity without amplifi er

100 KHz - 3 GHz Axial Isotropy with horizontal polarization

100 KHz - 30 MHz probe sensitivity with amplifi er

100 KHz - 3 GHz Axial Isotropy with vertical polarization

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700 MHz - 6 GHz probe sensitivity

➊ Mechanical characteristics 700 MHz - 6 GHz probe

Dimension (without cable) 70 mm

Weight 800 gr

RF cable length 2 m

Connector 3N

Protection IP 44

Conditions for use(temperature, humidity) 10 to 50°c, 85 % humidity

➋ Electrical characteristics 700 MHz - 6 GHz probe

Sensitivity at 900 MHz 3,5 mV/m(Given for a spectrum analyzer sensitivity of -90 dBm)(Cable loss taken into account)

Max. E-fi eld/900 MHz 200 V/m

Isotropy at 900 MHz +/- 1,6 dB

Isotropy at 1800 MHz +/- 2,5 dB

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INSITE Free System performs a measurement for each axis and over all predefi ned bands. The power value measured on each axis is then converted into fi eld value.

For each Band

One scan for each axis X Y Z

Conversion in fi eld value [E] (dB V/m) = Pmes (dBm) – 13 + |loss| + AF (dB m-1) AF : Antenna Factor loss: cable loss, switch loss

Isotropic value calculation [ETOT] (V/m) = ( [Ex]2 (V/m) + [Ey]2 (V/m) + [Ez]2 (V/m) )1/2

➌ Switch box characteristics

Dimensions 100 mm x 200 mm x 50 mm Frequency range 100 KHz – 6 GHz

Battery life 4 hours Immunity 200 V/m

Protection IP55 Frequency range amplifi er 100 KHz – 30 MHz

N connections Output : 1 female Max power input for amplifi er -30 dBm Input : 3 female

Interface USB Amplifi er gain 32 dB

Working conditions -10 to 50°C, 85% humidity Intermodulation -30 dB @ -50 dBm -40 dB @ -60 dBm

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Computer PC Pentium 500 MHz

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Memory 256 MB RAM

Free space 200 MB free space on hard disc

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Antenna factor with or without amplifi er

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➊ Product category• Electromagnetic exposure simulation software

➋ Simulation capabilities• EMF Visual is a prediction, analysis and communication tool, which can accurately simulate exposure within a few hundred meters of the antennas while taking into account its environment

➌ User profi le• Broadcast, PMR and mobile phone operators and installers, municipalities, governmental agencies, regulatory and certifi cation bodies

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EMF Visual on CD Rom with dongle key BSA Synthesis n CD Rom with dongle key cote2emf n CD Rom with dongle key EMF2ascii n CD Rom with dongle key

>Services: Demo version with short course Training Hotline


STEP 1: 3D Scenario construction.The EMF Visual software permits the creation of 3D scenes by importing 3D objects (*.wrl or *.dxf) from the EMF Visual generic database or using the Cote2emf module. This module allows the creation of a 3D scenario from a 2D map or by importing GIS fi les.

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Cote2emf module: build & export 3D scenes from 2D map images or GIS fi les. • Defi nition of building and ground fl oor outlines with graphic tools.• Special GIS fi le format for automatic defi nition of the outlines (*.shp fi les from 3 types: Type 5: « polygon » Type 3: « polyline » Type 15: « polygonZ »).• Defi nition of element types: buildings, houses, trees, roads, pavement.• Random generation of buildings for large areas.

• Complete range of graphical tools to adjust the 3D object properties.

• Grouping of objects: create, move, copy and paste objects in group; translate or rotate a group.

• Wide choice of 3D objects to represent ground, buildings, houses, masts, towers, indoor objects.

• Tools for assignment of the electromagnetic properties to materials.


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• Advanced texture mapping of faces from a bitmap image.

STEP 2: Antenna selection and installation.The EMF Visual software permits the use of antenna models from the EMF Visual generic database or a custom antenna using BSA Synthesis modules.

A library of antenna models.• A complete database of generic models of the most current antennas in GSM, DCS and UMTS networks.• A KATHREIN database for GSM, DCS and UMTS networks.• An additional database of FM and Wifi antennas• Possible integration of an ambient electromagnetic fi eld at a specifi ed frequency.

Antenna confi guration tools.• Geometric visualization of the antenna main beam cone in the scene together with graphic tools for adjusting position, tilt, azimuth and power.

BSA Synthesis Module: defi ne antenna characteristics and create customized antennas.

• BSA Synthesis computes magnitude and phase for each unit cell to generate an antenna model that fi ts with far fi eld radiation pattern: - vertical and horizontal -3dB beam width and frequency. - fi rst upper side lobe suppression. - number of cell units or antenna length. - front to back ratio.• Analysis of antenna model from unit cell magnitude and phase data (1D and 2D array antenna).• Polar and Cartesian display of the radiation pattern.• Exportation of the antenna model to the EMF Visual database.


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STEP 3: Computation.After defi ning the computation volume around the area of interest, the electromagnetic fi eld level calculation is launched. The calculation is based on optical geometry (ray tracing). It allows simulation to be performed over a wide area in terms of wavelength and the interactions with the environment of the radiating sources to be taken into account.

• Accurate representations of the near fi eld by considering the contribution of each sub-cell of the antenna.

• Defi nition of a computation volume around the area of interest.

• Selection of the active antenna.• Adjustment of the mesh step (number of computation points).• Non-uniform grid to improve resolution around the antennas and to speed up the calculations.

STEP 4: Result display.Once the computation is fi nished, the user can use iso-surface or cut plane tools to display the level of exposure in the vicinity of the 3D environment.

Iso-surface

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• Selection of the active antennas and adjustment of the input power of antennas to analyse co-sitting interactions.

• Multiple cut plane and multiple distance measuring possibilities for security perimeter defi nition.• Evaluates the levels of exposure in terms of E-fi eld (V/m), H-fi eld (A/m), Power Density (W/m²), % of the E-fi eld or % of the Power for multi-frequency sources.• Determines the safety distances with respect to standards or recommendations (EU recommendation, ICNIRP, and so on …).• Visual post-processing of the results: choice of colour or transparency.

STEP 5: Result exportation (optional).

EMF2ascii module allows for the conversion of the binary result fi les into an ASCII Txt fi le (permits result to be loaded in Excel, Matlab …).• Creates ASCII fi le that contains the E-fi eld value (V/m) computed with EMF Visual.• Displays the E-fi eld values for each antenna with the corresponding Cartesian coordinates.

➊ Hardware requirements

Computer PC Pentium > 1 GHz

PC interface X 64 or USB port

Operating system Windows 98/2000/NT/XP/7/Vista

Memory > 256 MB RAM

Free space 200 MB free space on hard disc


About SATIMO

SATIMO specializes in the design and manufacture of electromagnetic fi eld measu-rement systems in the microwave frequency range. For over 20 years, SATIMO has developed high speed antenna measurement systems, including Over the Air (OTA) measurement solutions for mobile telecommunication equipment.

With the newly acquired SAR & HAC portfolio, SATIMO offers the wireless industry a unique combination of solutions for both antenna radiation pattern and SAR measurements.

SATIMO and ORBIT/FR are part of Microwave Vision SA, which also includes AEMI.

SATIMO’s customer satisfaction program

The RF Safety/EMF products are designed and produced by SATIMO’s dedicated center based in Brest. The local team is supported by a network of regional offi ces in North America, Asia and Europe. Our presence close to our customers is essential to ensure high quality sales services.

SATIMO is ISO 9001:V2008 certifi ed.

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RF Safety Product Center SATIMO BretagneTechnopole Brest IroiseZ.I. du Vernis225 rue Pierre Rivoalon29200 Brest, FRANCETel: +33 (0)2 98 05 13 34Fax: +33 (0)2 98 05 53 87

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Orbit/FR’s corporate Headquarters506 Prudential RoadHorsham (Philadelphia), PA 19044, USATel: +1 215 674 5100Fax: +1 215 674 5108

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Contact us:

www.satimo.com / www.microwavevision.com / [email protected]


Documents

EMF Visual Intro