raditeq RSS2026H Electric Field Probe User Manual

raditeq RSS2026H Electric Field Probe

Product Information

Specifications

• Product: Electric Field Probe
• Models: RSS2026H | RSS2026S | RSS2040H | RSS2040S
• Supplier: Raditeq B.V.
• Website: www.raditeq.com
• Published Date: 04/03/2024

Product Usage Instructions

Warnings & Precautions
Read the product manual carefully and familiarize yourself with safety markings, instructions, and system handling. Ensure a protective earth connection is in place. Only qualified personnel should perform maintenance or repairs. Use a clean, dry cloth for cleaning.

Laser Safety Measures
Avoid exposing users to telescopic optics due to invisible laser radiation. The product is classified as Class 1M LASER with a max of 500 mW at 808 nm. Ensure correct installation of fibre optic cables before system activation.

Product Characteristics
The Electric Field Probe is designed for applications such as radiated immunity field monitoring, anechoic chambers calibration, field homogeneity measurements, RF broadcast, welding radiation-hazard monitoring, and long-term field monitoring.

Installation
Follow the provided manual for probe installation, including connecting plugs, laser code setup, and software configuration. Position the probe correctly based on the orientation in relation to the antenna and field axis.

Maintenance
Regularly check the fibre optic cables for any damage or tampering. Program and enable correction files as needed for accurate data collection.

FAQ

• What should I do if I notice damage to the fibre optic cables?
  Do not activate the system and contact Raditeq’s local reseller for assistance in replacing the damaged cables.

• Can I clean the equipment with any type of cloth?
  Use a clean, dry cloth for regular cleaning. If needed, a damp cloth can be used but ensure it is not excessively wet to prevent damage to the equipment.

RadiSense® Product Manual

• This product manual pertains to the RadiSense® 26 & 40 series.
• RadiSense® Models: RSS2026H | RSS2026S | RSS2040H | RSS2040S
• RadiSense® LASER card: LPS2001B
• Read this manual carefully before operating the product and make sure all the safety instructions are strictly followed.
• For your convenience, a Quick Start Guide has been added to this product. This Quick Start Guide contains the basic start-up steps and the safety warnings.
• Please keep the Quick Start Guide (and this regular manual) close at hand when you operate your new Raditeq product(s).
• Please contact your local reseller if you have any questions.

Supplier Information

• Raditeq B.V.
• Vijzelmolenlaan 3
• 3447 GX, Woerden
• The Netherlands
• Tel.: +31 (0)348 200 100
• Internet: www.raditeq.com
• Email: [email protected]

WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS

• Read the contents of this product manual carefully and become familiar with the safety markings, the product instructions and the handling of the system. Please refer to the applicable product manual(s) for further information regarding the operation and control of the product(s).
• This product requires a protective earth connection. The mains power source for the equipment must supply an uninterrupted safety ground to the IEC input connector(s).
• This equipment is designed to be used as a plug-in card for the RadiCentre® series. Do not use this card on its own or in combination with any other mainframe. Using this product with any other mainframe can cause harm and will void warranty.
• To make the product as safe as possible, this plug-in card has its own safety interlock system that is designed to work with the RadiCentre® series.
• Only Raditeq qualified maintenance personnel is allowed to perform maintenance and/or repair service on the equipment.
• This product® contains materials that can be recycled and reused to minimize material waste. At the ‘end-of-life’, specialized companies can dismantle the discarded system to collect the reusable and recyclable materials. If your product is at its ‘end-of-life’, please return it to your local reseller or to Raditeq for recycling.
• Position the product in such a fashion that power cables are easily accessible or connect the equipment to a mains network that can be easily disconnected from the mains.
• For cleaning, use a clean, dry cloth (or a damp cloth where needed) and wipe the surface of equipment.
• This product contains no hazardous substances as described in the RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU).
• This product contains embedded software, which is field upgradeable from the RadiCentre® using the USB-A connection port on the backside panel of the RadiCentre®. For more information about updating your Raditeq plug-in card, please read the RadiCentre® manual.

The RadiSense® system is a closed loop fibre system and therefore classified as a Class 1M laser system according to EN60825-1:2014 and EN60825-2:2005. In order to provide laser safety in case of a fibre failure or accidental disconnection of the fibres, the RadiSense® system is provided with an Automatic Laser Shut down (ALS) as described in the EN60825-2:2005.

• Although the RadiSense® system does not emit any harmful laser light under normal circumstances, never look into any of the fibre optic connectors.
• As a safety precaution, products that use a laser can only be turned on using a laser Code. This code can be entered using the touchscreen of the RadiCentre® system (In combination with the RadiCentre® CTR1004B or CTR1009B).
• As a safety precaution, the RadiSense® series can be started by following a dedicated starting procedure as described later in the RadiSense® product manual. (In combination with the RadiCentre® CTR1001S)
• Make sure that the fibre optic cables are installed correctly before activating the system. Do not activate the system if the fibre optic cables show any sign of damage or tampering.

Introduction

Product Introduction
The RadiSense® 26 and 40 E-field sensor is the most accurate wideband sensor designed for electric field strength measurements. The sensors are small and fully optically isolated to minimize field perturbation.

Applications for the E-field sensor are:

• Radiated immunity field monitoring
• Anechoic chambers calibration
• Field homogeneity measurements
• RF broadcast and welding radiation-hazard monitoring
• Long term field monitoring

RadiCentre® System
The RadiCentre® is a modular EMC/RF test system that serves as the interface between user and computer for all the RadiCentre® plug-in cards and modules.

RadiMation® Software
RadiMation ® is the EMC software package from Raditeq used for remote control and automated testing of the RadiCentre® plug-in cards and modules and is sold separately.

RadiField® Electric Field Generator
The patented RadiField® Triple A is no less than a revolution in EMC immunity testing. A complete paradigm shift involves a combination of high-level integration and a field combining technique, making several discrete components like combiner, coupler, power meters and cabling superfluous. This product is sold separately.

The RadiSense® Series

Product Characterstics

• Laser Powered – The sensor is laser powered making batteries superfluous. This allows 24-7 continuous testing at maximum performance without the need to change or recharge batteries. In most instances changing batteries also requires re-calibration.
• Superb measurement accuracy
  • To perform accurate field measurements, the E-field sensor dimensions must be as small as possible compared to the wavelength of the measured signal. There are two reasons for this:
  • Firstly, because large sensor sizes cause the body sensor to resonate at lower frequencies, causing measurement inaccuracies.
  • Secondly, to maintain field uniformity in an anechoic chamber. The smaller the sensor, the better the obtainable resolution for field homogeneity measurements.
  • In TEM and G-TEM cells, sensor dimensions above 260 mm are large compared to the dimensions of the homogenate field area, making them useless in these situations.
  • The sensor dimensions of the RadiSense® 26 an 40 are small relative to other probes, increasing measurement accuracy. In addition, the RadiSense® is equipped to achieve the best overall accuracy.
  • As part of the ISO9001 quality procedure each RadiSense® 26 and 40 field sensor is factory adjusted and verified. By default linearity adjustment data are stored inside the RadiSense® 26 and 40 field sensor.
• User correction – calibration factors
  • Additionally, the RadiSense® 26 & 40 series has the capabilities to store “user correction factors” inside the field sensor. By applying calibration factors in the sensor itself, there is no risk one forgets to apply the frequency correction data when performing manual or automated tests.
  • The frequency response correction factors which are determined during ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration of the probe can be stored inside the field sensor using the RadiMation® device driver.
  • Please refer to page 24 of this manual for further instructions.
  • When the user correction data is stored inside the probe the RadiSense® 26 and 40 field sensor will return corrected E-field readings without the need of additional calculations . Corrections will be applied inside the probe  for each individual axis.

RadiSense® Models

The RadiSense® 26 and 40 sensors are available in four models:

• RSS2026H 10 MHz to 26 GHz, high speed / 1000 measurements/second
• RSS2026S 10 MHz to 26 GHz, best isotropy / 100 measurements/second
• RSS2040H 10 MHz to 40 GHz, high speed / 1000 measurements/second
• RSS2040S 10 MHz to 40 GHz, best isotropy / 100 measurements/second
  The RadiSense® sensor can be delivered as single item or as a set.
  The RadiSense® set consists of the following items:

RadiSense® E-field sensor (with fixed fibre cables)
Model: RSS2026H, RSS2026S, RSS2040H, RSS2040S
Electric field sensors to be used together with the RadiSupply® plug-in card including small probe stand model PST2001A with 10 cm and 15 cm poles.

RadiSupply® plug-in card
Model: LPS2001B
The electric field sensor plug-in card to be used in the RadiCentre® system.

Fibre extension cable
Model: CBL2001-10m

• 10-meter fibre extension cable with iFC/ST connectors on both sides. Other lengths fibre extension cables are available on request.

• Standard included supporting documentation in the form of:

  • USB stick containing:
  • The (digital) product manual and Quick Start Guide.
  • Factory verification certificate (Raditeq)
  • Optional – The calibration certificate for the field sensor (if an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration certification was ordered).
  • Hardcopy of the Quick Start Guide.
  • Lint free cleaning wipes

Fibre Optic Cables

• Use an extension fibre to connect the sensors to the plug-in card mounted in the RadiCentre®. This extension fibre is a robust duplex fibre optic cable and uses dissimilar connectors to avoid faulty connections. The fibre optic cable with FC connectors feeds laser light to the field sensor. The fibre optic cable with ST connectors is used for bi-directional data communication between the field sensor and the plug-in card.
• To ensure the safe and correct operation of the sensor, only use the RadiSense® with the original supplied or ordered fibres optic cables. Do not use other fibres optic cables than those supplied by Raditeq.
• Fibre optic extension cables with different lengths up to 100 meters are available on request. Note that for the probe to correctly function the fibre optic cable can be extented by a maximum of two coupling sets.
• Contact your local reseller for more detailed information.

RadiSupply® plug-In card, rear Panel
The following connections and indicators are found at the back panel of the RadiSupply® plug-in card:

Laser – safety measures

• The RadiSense® uses a high-power laser to supply energy to a remote measuring device. The wavelength of this laser is approximately 808nm. This infrared laser is invisible to the human eye.
• During normal operation, exposure to laser radiation is not possible because the RadiSense® uses a fibre-coupled closed loop system with Automatic Laser Shutdown (ALS). However, we ask that you comply with the following precautions for your own safety:
• NEVER look into any of the fibre optic connectors. The laser emits a beam that is invisible to the naked eye. Such light may cause permanent eye damage. Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation.
  • Assign a ‘laser safety officer’ in your company. The ‘laser safety officer’ is responsible for reviewing the safety precautions.
  • Check and connect all fibre optic cables before activating the system.
  • Do not activate the system if the fibre optic optic cables show any sign of damage or tampering.
  • The RadiCentre® system is equipped with a remote interlock system.
  • The remote interlock connection should be connected to an ‘emergency master disconnect’.
  • A visual ‘LASER ON’ indicator LED will light up when the laser is activated. This LED on the front panel of the RadiCentre® system serves as a reminder to the operator that one or more lasers are switched on.

RadiCentre® 2-slot and 7-slot specific:
The RadiCentre® and RadiCentre® pro are equipppe dwit a touch screen display to manually contorl the radiSense® probe

• A ‘LASER Code’ is required to activate the RadiCentre® 2-slot and 7-slot systems. This LASER code enables the power supply to all installed (laser) modules.
• (Please refer to page 17for the default laser code).
• To prevent accidental activation of the laser, an ‘Acknowledge’ button will appear directly after the laser ‘Start’ button is pressed. The laser will only be activated if this button is pressed within a 4 seconds time frame.

RadiCentre® slim specific:

• The RadiCentre® Slim model CTR1001S is often used in combination with the RadiSense® electric field probe series. The RadiSense® is a laser powered probe which is powered from the RadiCentre®. As an additional safety measure the RadiCentre® has a safety feature which needs to be triggered before the laser can be activated.
• The RadiCentre® Slim model CTR1001S does not have a touch-screen. Instead a specific activation procedure combined with audible warnings is used.
• To activate the laser in the RadiCentre® Slim, follow these steps:
  1. Press the ‘Start’ button on the back panel (of the RadiCentre® CTR1001S) and hold it.
  2. Five loud ‘beep’ sounds can be heard; four short beeps followed by one long beep.
  3. On the fifth ‘beep’ the laser link is activated and the red ‘laser ON’ LED (on the RadiSupply® card) lights up.
  4. Release the ‘Start’ button.
• This means that:
  • If the activation process is to be interupted, release the ‘Start’ button (before the fifth ‘beep’). The laser will not be activated.
  • If the activation process is interupted (and released ‘Start’ button by accident), the laser will not be activated.
  • The user is warned by an audible warnig when the start button is pressed by accident (i.e. without the intention to activate the laser).To prevent accidental activation of the laser, an auditory warning will alert you of the laser activation procedure (if the ‘Start’ button is being pressed). To interrupt the activation process, all you must do is release the ‘Start’ button.

Fibre handling and maintenance

The fibre optic cables in the RadiSense® are a crucial part of the system. Improper handling and poor maintenance can cause deterioration and/or permanent damage. Please read the following handling and maintenance guidelines to ensure both your safety and the quality of the product.
Please note, that dirt, grease and/or dust can burn into the fibre optic cable when high power laser light is guided through rendering the fibre useless or severely damaged. To prevent this, follow the guidelines below.

Handling guidelines

• Always place the plastic end-caps on the fibre optic cable connectors when they are not in use. Only use the supplied end caps.
• Never touch the tip of the fibre optic cable connector (core surface). If the tip of the connector is (accidentally) touched, use the supplied alcohol wipes to clean it before usage!
• Never drop the fibre optic cable connectors, as this may damage the core surface.
• Never bend the fibre optic cables beyond the minimum bend radius of <5 cm, as this will break the fibre optic cable core.
• Never pull the fibre optic cable connector out of a coupling by its orange jacket, always pull the connector.
• Fasten the connectors by hand only, never use tools.
• Do not stand on or crush the fibres optic cable.
• Do not apply mechanical stress (pull) to the fibres optic cable.
• Switch off the system before detaching the fibres optic cable.

Maintenance guideline
Clean the contact surface of the fibres with the lint-free alcohol wipes before installation. Do not use other solvents or wipes. Fibres are clean and polished on delivery and do not need to be cleaned when installed for the first time, when the handling guidelines as provided are properly followed.

Fibre conditions

Use the examples and instructions in the following figure as a guideline for further fibre maintenance. If you have doubts about the condition of the fibre optic cables, please contact your local reseller or Raditeq for assistance and/or advise.
Note that to be able to inspect the fibre optic cable connector specialized equipment and training is required.

Probe mount : PST2001A

the RadiSense® 26 and 40 are standard delivered with a small probe mast to position the RadiSense® at defined height and angle of 35.3O.

Connecting the ST/FC connector
For proper operation, please make sure that both optic fibre cable connectors are properly connected an that the the notch of each connector is placed correctly into the slot of the FC and ST connector.

• The ST connector – secure the connection by locking the natch in the designated slot. then twist the connector into place to secure the connector.
• the FC connector – The natch for the FC connetor need be carefully locked into the slot befor it can be crewed on and tightened.

How to position the Probe

• The RadiSense® 26 & 40 are stick probes featuring three antennas positioned at the top of the stick. These antennas are arranged so that when one axis is positioned in the horizontal plane, the others are oriented in the vertical plane and directly propagation direction of the field. This configuration mirrors the layout of a spherical or cubical probe, ensuring comprehensive coverage and accurate measurements across different orientations.
• While stick probes like the RadiSense® 26 & 40 do have a cylindrical shape with a triangular pyramid structure on which the antennas are mounted, achieving the desired orientation alignment is not as straightforward as with spherical or cubical probes.

Antenna orientation in relation to the probe

• The RadiSense® 26 & 40 probes are designed to have only one position for correctly placing the antennas in the field. While the axes can be interchanged, the angle of the probe on the probe stand and its orientation in relation to the antenna direction remain fixed.
• In the illustration below, the correct placement of the probe into the field is depicted. Further details and explanations regarding each axis will be provided later in this guide, ensuring comprehensive understanding and guidance for optimal probe usage.

Matching field with probe axis
if the electric field (E) wants to be correctly measured the antenna (x) should be in line with the field.

Z-axis in relation to the propagation direction (S)
The z-axis will be in direct line with the Antenna direction. This means that when looking over the probe and looking at the sticker of the Z axis the line should be directly pointing towards the antenna. This means that the probe will be positioned at a 45 degree angle in relation to the antenna direction.
If the probe body is in line and pointing directly to the antenna this not correct!

X-axis in relation to the Horizontal & Electric field
The x-axis of the probe will align with the horizontal and electric field (measured field). Therefore, the X-axis sticker should be oriented perpendicular to the z-axis and antenna orientation. This ensures accurate measurement alignment with the electric field.

Y-axis in relation to the Vertical & Magnetic field
The Radisense® Probe stand is set at a fixed angle of 54.7 degrees in relation to the Magnetic field (shown as H in the illustration below). Consequently, to align the y-axis of the probe with the magnetic field, simply place the probe in the dedicated probe stand. This setup ensures proper orientation for accurate measurements and optimal performance.
When looking on the Y sticker at the top of the probe the line running through the Y should be pointing vertical

Sticker indication in relation to antenna orientation.
The RadiSense® 26/40 comes with stickers indicating the antenna orientation. Therefore when the probe is posistion ed as stated above the sticker should aline with the 3 axis and therefore the field orientations.

Probe positioning illustration

• **RS40 Top View Position 1

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• **RS40 Rear View Position 1

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Installation

Please follow the instructions below on how to install the Raditeq plug-in card into the RadiCentre® correctly. NOTE: before installing and inserting a new plug-in card make sure that the RadiCentre® is turned OFF.

• Step 1

  • Choose an empty slot in the RadiCentre® in which the plug-in card can be installed.
  • Remove the blind panel from the slot by unscrewing the four (4) screws on the panel (two at the top and two at the bottom).

• Step 2
  Insert the plug-in card in the rail of the empty slot as shown in the picture A. Position the plug-in card into the slot and slowly push it, using the lower part of the plug-in card. When it reached the end of the rail, gently push and secure the plug-in card into the backplane socket.

• Step 3
  When the plug-in card is inserted correctly into the backplane socket, fix it by tightening the four screws at the top and the bottom of the plug-in card (shown at B). For connection of the panels into the RadiCentre® a screw-driver type Poze, size PZ1 should be used’

• Step 4

  • After installation of the plug-in card, connect the AC mains power cord on the back of the RadiCentre® and switch the ON/OFF button to the ON position. The RadiCentre® can now be started by tapping the touch screen.
  • When installed properly, the plug-in card should be recognized and shown automatically on the front screen of the RadiCentre® when turned ON.
  • This product manual is subject to change without notice

Connection plugs

• Place the RadiSense® E-field sensor where the field strength is to be measured.
• Clean the ends of the fibre optic cable connectors if necessary and connect the fibre optic cables to both the sensor and the plug-in card.
• Connect the RadiCentre® system to the PC using any of the available interfaces of the RadiCentre® system; USB, Ethernet or IEEE-488 (optional).
• Make sure the interlock safety system is closed when connecting to the RadiCentre®.
• If the interlock system loop is not closed/connected the RadiSense® laser will not start. Note that if the interlock loop is broken whilst the laser is active, that the laser of the RadiSense® will be shut off. The Interlock loop needs to be closed or reconnected before the laser can be restarted again.
• The hardware installation for the plug-in card is now complete. The user can control the plug-in card either through the touchscreen on the RadiCentre system (only available for the 2 and 7-slot versions), or by using the control commands in combination with an external software package such as the RadiMation EMC test software.

Laser code

• As a safety precaution, products that use a laser can only be turned on using a laser code. This code can be entered into the system by use of the touch screen of the RadiCentre®.
• This safety feature is linked to the RadiCentre® 2- and 7-slot version. Only the laser activation and safety is implemented differently in the RadiCentre® Slim.
• To meet the laser safety precaution, enter the laser code in the ‘LASER Code’ screen and press ‘OK’ for confirmation.
• The standard/default Laser code is 3447

Software configuration

To control the RadiSense from a computer, one can use either custom made software or the RadiMation® EMC software package from Raditeq, which can be downloaded from the Raditeq website. If the RadiSense® is operated manually, this chapter can be skipped.

Configuring the RadiSense® in RadiMation®
The RadiSense® device driver is part of the field sensor device driver family

How to configure the RadiSense® in RadiMation®

1. Start the latest version of RadiMation®; https://www.raditeq.com/radimation-download
2. Select the button ‘Device’ at the top menu bar, followed by clicking ‘Configure’;
3. In the configuration screen select ‘Device Drivers’ and Select ‘Field Sensors’ as driver type;
4. Click the ‘Add’ button to open the selection of available drivers in RadiMation®;
5. Enter ‘RSS’ in the search bar which will show all available RadiSense® drivers;
6. Select the correct driver, double click it (Optional, rename it) and press ‘OK’.

How to connect the RadiSense® to the RadiCentre®

1. Select the recently added RadiSense® driver
2. Select ‘Advanced’
3. Click on the tab ‘RadiCentre®’
4. Under device identification select the RadiCentre® slot number the RadiSense® plug-in card is installed in
5. When the correct slot number is chosen, continue to set the communication of the RadiSense® by clicking ‘Communication tab’ (next page).

How to setup the communication of the RadiSense® to the RadiCentre®

1. When in the advanced RadiSense® Driver settings click on the tab ‘Communication’
2. Select the interface to used, for example:
   • GPIB
   • TCPIP
   • USB
   • VISA
3. When these steps are performed continue to the next steps for checking the communication of the RadiSense®.

How to check whether the RadiSense® is properly connected to RadiMation®

1. Select ‘Devices’ in the top menu bar
2. Open ‘Device Drivers’ and select Device driver type: ‘Field Sensors’
3. Double click the recently configured RadiSense® or click ‘Edit’.
4. Finally select the ‘Check’ button on the right side of the opened screen.
5. When correctly configured, RadiMation® will notify you that the device is correctly installed.

Important information

• When you need support with the configuration of your Radi-Product in RadiMation®, please consult the RadiMation® support team at: [email protected].
• It is also advised to visit the RadiMation® Wiki page and the FAQ section, which can be found at: https://wiki.radimation.com
• RadiMation® software can be downloaded at: https://www.raditeq.com/emc-test-software/radimation-download

Using the RadiSense®

**Manual Control***
Once the RadiCentre® is switched on, the RadiSense® can be activated from the ‘main’ screen on the RadiCentre® touch-screen.

Starting the laser powered sensor

• The laser of the RadiSense® 26 field sensor can be started from the ‘main’ window of the RadiCentre®. To activate the sensor, press the ‘Start’ button for the required sensor and, within 4 seconds, the ‘ACK’ button. A short sound will be audible until the safety loop is closed successfully. As long as the laser is activated, the front and rear ‘LASER ON’-LED’s will light up to indicate laser operation.
• Note if the laser code is not entered at the start-up of the RadiCentre® the laser code numpad will pop-up when activating the RadiSense® laser.

Zeroing the probe

• The ‘Status’ box will now indicate “Press this button to zero” and after pressing this button the zeroing of the probe will be started. As soon as the probe is zeroed, the ‘STATUS’ box will display the measured field strength of the probe (see below).
• The E-field sensor is now powered on and will return optical data to the RadiCentre® system. As long as the probe returns optical data, the laser will continue to power the sensor. If the loop is interrupted, the laser will switch off immediately. For maximum accuracy, it is recommended to re-zero the probe whenever the probe temperature changes by more than 5 oC.

Reading probe data

• Readings from the probe can be taken directly from the touch-screen display, with the RadiMation® EMC software or any other (custom made) software package.

• Probe configuration and advanced measurement data

• The ‘STATUS’ box in the main screen of the RadiCentre® only displays the total isotropic field strength. When more advanced data is required (such as field strength of the separate axis, probe temperature, laser current etc.).

• You can go into the ‘Instrument’-screen by pressing the ‘STATUS’ box of the required device from the main screen.

• The ‘Instrument’-screen will display the isotropic field strength in a large font, together with the field strength data of each separate axis. In addition; probe information and laser information are also displayed in the ‘Instrument’-screen

• The calculation of the isotropic field strength, is performed according to the following formula:

• With the ‘Frequency’ button the frequency of the user correction can be defined.

• The ‘Filter’ button can be used to the apply an averaging factor on the measurement reading. The available filter settings are:

DYN = dynamic (16 to 128 times depending on value)

• 1 = 4 times average
• 2 = 8 times average
• 3 = 16 times average
• 4 = 32 times average
• 5 = 64 times average
• 6 = 128 times average

User correction data

• Every new RadiSense® 26 and 40 probe is factory adjusted and verified at Raditeq. All required correction data (among linearity data for each axis) is stored inside the field probe.
• Additionally, “user correction factors” (for example ISO/IEC 17025 calibration correction values) can be stored into the RadiSense® 26 and 40 probe so that these corrections are automatically applied to the measurement readings of the probe. The user correction data must be stored in the probe by the user itself.
• For further explanation on “User correction factors” please refer to the next chaper starting on page 24.

RadiSense® 26 User correction calibration data

• The RadiSense® 26 probe has the feature to store external (IS0/IEC 17025 accredited) calibration data as “user correction factors” inside the probe. This means that the correction data will be applied to the measured field in run time. Due to this approach, there is no longer a need to apply correction factors inside a measuring application, like RadiMation®.
• The advantage of storing the calibration data inside the probe as “user correction factors”, is that the data is in one place and making it easier to maintain the correct calibration information. Apart from this, the corrections can be applied to each individual axis instead of using an average correction factor for the x-, y- and z-axis, as is done in most EMC test software.
• When using the “user correction factors”, there are 3 parameters that need to be fulfilled:
  1. A valid calibration should be stored into the probe.
  2. The calibration needs to be ‘turned on’ in the probe.
  3. The measuring frequency needs to be set when reading the field strength, in order to apply the applicable correction factor.
     The RadiSense® 26 and 40 probe can store up to 200 “user correction factor” points.
     For manual uploading of the user correction data please refer to the white paper available on www.raditeq.com

Create and upload user correction with RadiMation®

In most cases the calibration laboratory provides correction factors for the frequency response. It is up to the user to either store this data in the probe or in the control software.
Use the following steps to create a correction file in RadiMation®:

Create a user correction file

• To create a new correction file, first start RadiMation®. When RadiMation® is started select File->New->Correction.
• After selecting the new correction file the following screen shall be presented. To add the required X, Y and Z correction column press the ‘Columns/Units’ button shown on this screen.

Add calibration data into the correction file
After adding the required column types the user correction data can be filled into the correction file. This can be done manually, by entering the determined calibration values, or by using the ‘Copy/Paste’ function when calibration data is available as a Microsoft™ Excel file.

WARNING: Make sure that the correction file contains:

• Only the columns: “Frequency”, “X-axis correction”, “Y-axis correction” and “Z-axis correction”
• At least one (1) frequency row, and at most 200 frequency rows
• The frequencies are listed in increasing order, and at least differ by 1 kHz
• The frequency values are between 1000 Hz and 99999 MHz
• Axis correction values are between 0.01 and 3.00, with a maximum precision of 1/100. (so, 1.234 is too precise)
  After filling in this data into the correction file, this could for example look like the following (typical RadiSense® 10 frequency response correction data).

Program the correction file into the probe

When opening the device driver settings for the RadiSense® 26 and 40 probe in RadiMation® the following screens are presented.

1. Click on the advanced button to open the advanced configuration dialog for the RadiSense® 10 device driver.
2. select the ‘User Calibration’ tab. This will show the following screen
3. Browse the Correction file and select OK
4. Click ‘program calibration table’.

Enabling the user correction file
To enable the use of the user correction calibration table, check the “Use calibration correction if available” checkbox as shown on the previous image. This will enable the usage of the user calibration table during initialisation of the RadiSense® 10 when starting a test.

RadiSense® specifications

RadiSense® general specifications

Connection specifications (optical)

Laser power| Max. 0,5 W output at aperture
Wavelength| 808 nm
Laser connector| FC/PC
Data connector| ST/PC
Fibre optic cable type| HCS, duplex
Standard Fibre optic cable length| 10 m extension with FC/ST connectors

Other lengths available on request – Maximum of two coupling sets can be use in a single RadiSense® system.

Safety
Laser product classification| Class 1M according to EN 60825-1 and EN60825-2
Safety measures| Code (RadiCentre®),

Remote interlock system (RadiCentre®),

LED indications for LASER ON, Audible warning signals, Redundant closed loop safety system

Laser switch on time| approx. 50 ms
Laser switch off time| < 10 ms
Conditions & Warranty
Temperature range| 0 °C to 40 °C
Relative humidity| 10 – 90% (non-condensing)
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Warranty (4)| 3 years (see warranty condtions)

RadiSense® 26 Specifications

1000 V/m
Accuracy
Frequency response| ± 1 dB| -2 dB to + 5 dB
Anisotropy (1)| ± 0.5 dB @ 10 MHz – 1 GHz

± 1 dB @ 1 GHz – 10 GHz

± 2 dB @ 10 GHz – 26 GHz

Measurement speed (x, y, z and Etot)| 100 measurements/s| 1000 measurements/s
Dimensions
Shape of housing| stalk probe
Electrical measuring volume| 1 cm³
Total lenght including body| 30 cm (11.81 in)
Number of antennas| 3 dipoles
Environmental conditions
Temperature range (operating)| 0 ˚C to 40 ˚C (32 ˚F to 104 ˚F)
Relative humidity (operating)| 10 % to 90 % RH (non-condensing)
Calibration & Power consumption
Factory adjustment data| Internally stored, ISO17025 calibration (RSS2026S only)
Accredited calibration (2)| Traceable, accredited calibration with certificate (optional)
Optical LASER power| Max. 0.5 Watt at aperture @ 808 nm
Fibre connection
Laser fibre optic connector| FC/PC – fibre
Data fibre optic connector| ST/PC – fibre
Extension fibre length (3)| Standard lengths 10m, 20m or 30m. Maximum 100m
Safety
Interlock| External interlock & closed loop safety system
Warranty (4)| Three years

RadiSense® 40 Specifications

1000 V/m
Accuracy
Frequency response| ± 1 dB| -2 dB to + 5 dB
Anisotropy (1)| ± 0.5 dB @ 10 MHz – 1 GHz

± 1 dB @ 1 GHz – 10 GHz

±2 dB @ 10 GHz – 40 GHz

Measurement speed (x, y, z and Etot)| 100 measurements/s| 1000 measurements/s
Dimensions
Shape of housing| stalk probe
Electrical measuring volume| 1 cm³
Total lenght including body| 30 cm (11.81 in)
Number of antennas| 3 dipoles
Environmental conditions
Temperature range (operating)| 0 ˚C to 40 ˚C (32 ˚F to 104 ˚F)
Relative humidity (operating)| 10 % to 90 % RH (non-condensing)
Calibration & Power consumption
Factory adjustment data| Internally stored, ISO17025 calibration (RSS2040S only)
Accredited calibration (2)| Traceable, accredited calibration with certificate (optional)
Optical LASER power| Max. 0.5 Watt at aperture @ 808 nm
Fibre connection & Cable
Laser fibre optic connector – cable| FC/PC – fibre
Data fibre optic connector – cable| ST/PC – fibre
Extension fibre length (3)| Standard lengths 10m, 20m or 30m. Maximum 100m
Safety
Interlock| External interlock & closed loop safety system
Warranty (4)| Three years

Warranty Conditions

Raditeq B.V. offers a standard warranty term of three (3) years on their products, calculated from the shipping date, under the condition that the product is registered on www.raditeq.com. For registration of the product, the customer should provide the product model, serial number and the responsible reseller (if applicable). If the product is not registered, a limited warranty term of one (1) year will be applicable.

Return Material Authorization (RMA) & Warranty repair

• If a defect occurs to our product within the warranty term, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) ‘Warranty Repair’ request can be issued using the RMA link at www.raditeq.com/support. Upon receipt of the request, an RMA number will be provided.
• Please do not send the product without this RMA number! The defective product should be shipped to our service department at the following address:
  • Raditeq B.V. – Service Department
  • Vijzelmolenlaan 3
  • 3447GX WOERDEN
  • The Netherlands
• There will be no charge for repair services (materials or labour) within the (extended) warranty term.
• These warranty terms are not applicable to:
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Fibre optic cables
  • Products that have been improperly used
  • Products that have been used outside their specified range
  • Products that have been improperly installed and/or maintained
  • Products that have been modified without approval of Raditeq
  • Calibration and/or re-calibration of the product
• Repair services on products that are not covered by the Raditeq warranty will be charged to the customer.

Repairs outside warranty
If a defect is not covered under warranty, an RMA fixed-repair can be ordered on the RMA link: www.raditeq.com/support If a re-calibration is needed after repair, this calibration should be ordered separately. The calibration will be performed at the ISO17025 accredited calibration laboratories of DARE!! Calibrations, based on the applicable service code / prices.

Warranty after repair

• For repairs outside the original warranty period, a limited warranty of six months is applicable on the performed repair.
• Shipping conditions are the same as with repairs that are covered within the original warranty period.

Shipping
The customer will need to arrange shipping and cover for the costs (like e.g. transportation costs, duties, taxes) for sending the defect product the service department of Raditeq in The Netherlands. Raditeq will arrange the courier and cover for the costs for the return shipment after repair.

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ABOUT COMPANY

• Raditeq B.V
• Vijzelmolenlaan 3
• 3447GX Woerden
• The Netherlands
• www.raditeq.com
• T:+31 348 200 100

References

• Measure the difference with Raditeq - Home - Raditeq
• Measure the difference with Raditeq - Home - Raditeq
• RadiWiki
• Raditeq
• Raditeq

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