NARDA ESM-10 RadMan Mobile User manual

2250/98.21
ESM-10 “RadMan Mobile”
ESM-20 “RadMan”
ESM-30 “RadMan XT”
Radiation Monitor
Operating Manual
DE Patent 19726138
US Patent 5955954

Item
number1Meaning
A Threaded bush for tripod or extension
rod
B Eyelet for fixing the absorber cap to
the ESM using nylon cord
C Yellow absorber cap with fixing clip
D Isotropic E-field probe
E Isotropic H-field probe
F Loudspeaker with earphone
connector
G LEDs for displaying alarm stages and
operation (“heartbeat”)
H Indication of applicable standard and
frequency range
I Eyelet for fixing the absorber cap to
the ESM using nylon cord
J Optical interface (including cover) for
reading out measurement values
ESM-30 only:
Also for data recorder configuration
and readout
K On / off switch
L Battery compartment
1 See the illustration on the inside back cover
of this manual.

ESM-10 “RadMan Mobile”
ESM-20 “RadMan”
ESM-30 “RadMan XT”
Radiation Monitor
2252/xx
2250/xx
2251/xx
Operating Manual

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Narda Safety Test Solutions GmbH
Sandwiesenstr. 7
72793 Pfullingen, Germany
2016
Author: Joachim von Freeden
Translators: John Nutley/Gary Hess
Order no.: 2250/98.21
Edition: 12/16.05
Previous Edition: 11/06.05
Subject to change without notice
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Printed in Germany

IntroductionSafety
Maintenance
Specifi- cations
After unpacking
Operation and use
Contents
Ordering Information Maintenance
Application and use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Functions and features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Correct usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Warning instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Disposal in accordance
with local regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Packing, Pack contents, Transport . . . . . . 17
Storage, Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Switching on ESM “RadMan” . . . . . . . . . . 20
Normal operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
ESM-30 only: Data recorder . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Operational readiness, Max Hold . . . . . . . 25
Applications and use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Checking field probe function . . . . . . . . . . 39
Repairs, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Changing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
ESM-10 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . 53
ESM-20 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . 54
ESM-30 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . 55
Instrument versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Introduction
5
About this manual
The ESM-30 “RadMan XT” differs from the
ESM-20 “RadMan” and ESM-10 “RadMan
Mobile” because it includes an additional data
recorder. The term ESM “RadMan” is used in
this manual to refer to all three versions.
Information that only applies to the ESM-30
“RadMan XT” is prefaced by “ESM-30 only”.
Information that only applies to the ESM-10
“RadMan Mobile” is prefaced by “ESM-10
only”.
Application
Early warning is required wherever humans
are likely to be directly threatened by the
presence of strong electromagnetic fields.
Antenna and radar equipment and machines
which use strong electromagnetic fields to
heat, weld or bond materials are typical
sources of dangerous electromagnetic fields.
The ESM “RadMan” is a small, handy test and
warning instrument which provides safe and
timely warning of electromagnetic fields in
these areas of application.
ESM “RadMan” measures according to the
usual standards covering exposure to
electromagnetic radiation.
Application and use

Introduction
6
Use
The handy shape of the ESM “RadMan”
makes it ideal for three main areas of use:
As a warning unit – ESM “RadMan” is
worn on the body by attaching it to clothing
using the clip or to a belt using the belt
pouch supplied.
As a monitor unit – ESM “RadMan” is used
to check beforehand that limit values are
not exceeded in areas where humans are
present.
To reduce the effects due to the body as
far as possible, ESM “RadMan” is held at
arm’s length or the extension rod is used
(option).
As a locating unit – ESM “RadMan” can be
used to locate leaks on waveguides and
coaxial screw connectors.
ESM-30 only:
As a data recorder – ESM-30
“RadMan XT” automatically records all
measurement values continuously. The
data can be displayed and evaluated on a
PC using the ESM-TS Interface Set, which
is available as an option. All evaluations
can be summarized in a report.
Application and use

Introduction
7
Functions and features
In contrast with other instruments, the six
sensors of the ESM “RadMan” independently
monitor all the components of the electric and
magnetic fields of a signal. This means the
device can always measure the strongest field
component. ESM “RadMan” measures
isotropically, i.e. non-directionally.
International and national bodies have set
different limit values for permissible
electromagnetic radiation levels in various
standards and regulations. Different versions
of ESM “RadMan” are available to cover these
differences (see page 56).
Power is supplied from two standard batteries,
giving a typical operating time of 200 hours.
A wide range of accessories ensures that the
unit can be optimized for each particular type
of application.
Functions and features

Introduction
8
Notes: