NARDA nbm-520 User manual

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NARDA BROADBAND FIELD METER
NBM-520
Measuring electric
and magnetic
fields
ranging from high frequency
to microwaves
Non-directional measurement using
isotropic probes for applications in the
frequency range 100 kHz to 60 GHz
Intelligent probe interface with automatic
detection of probe parameters
for simple operation
Extra small and lightweight
Unbeatably easy 4-button operation
Auto zero ensures precision measurements

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DESCRIPTION
The Narda Broadband Field Meter NBM-520 is part of the NBM-500
family of test instruments. It measures non-ionizing radiation with utmost
accuracy and incorporates all the major basic measurement modes. In
contrast with the larger NBM-550, a memory for measurement results
has been deliberately left out of the NBM-520. The result is unbeatably
easy operation using just 4 buttons, so referring to the operating manual
is all but unnecessary.
Suitable measuring probes for electric and magnetic field strengths are
available for the frequency range from about 100 kHz up to 60 GHz. So-
called shaped probes which have frequency responses that weight the
results according to specific human safety standards are available in
addition to flat probes with flat frequency responses. All probes are
calibrated independently from the measuring instrument. They include a
non-volatile memory containing the probe parameters and calibration
data, so they can be used with any instrument in the NBM-500 family.
APPLICATIONS
The NBM-520 is used to make precision measurements to establish
human safety, particularly in workplace environments where high electric
or magnetic field strengths are likely to occur. Some examples are:
• Measuring field strengths to comply with general safety
regulations
• Establishing safe zones
• Measuring field strengths in the industrial environment, such as
plastics welding equipment, RF heating, tempering, and drying
equipment
• Measuring and monitoring field strengths around broadcasting
and radar equipment
• Measuring field strengths of cell phone transmitters and satellite
communications systems to demonstrate compliance with
human safety standard limit values
• Measurements for protecting users of diathermy equipment and
other medical devices that generate high-frequency radiation
• Measuring field strength in TEM cells and absorber chambers to
demonstrate electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Small, lightweight and rugged design –
ideal for use in rough environments
Changing the probe is quick and easy,
with no need to reconfigure the device

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FEATURES
The Narda Broadband Meter NBM-520 is designed for on-site use. The
concept focuses on simple operation and the range of functions has
been deliberately kept to the main features necessary for performing
precision field measurements.
Display and operation
–Operated by weatherproof foil keypad using just 4 buttons
with perceptible click point
–Backlit monochrome LCD with selectable illumination time,
easy to read even in bright daylight
Result display and evaluation
–4 measurement modes selectable using the Mode button:
Instantaneous value (ACT)
Maximum (MAX)
Time average (AVG)
Spatial average (SPATIAL)
–Display units selectable using the Units button:
V/m, A/m, mW/cm2, W/m2when using flat probes,
% of limit value when using shaped probes
–Hold button for “freezing” the display value
Automatic adjustment, application of calibration data
–Intelligent probe interface recognizes the NBM probe type and
automatically imports and applies the correction values stored
in the probe during calibration
–Fully automatic zero point adjustment with user definable time
interval
Warning functions
–Audible and visible warning signals for high field strengths:
Alarm threshold can be set from a PC
Everything at a glance. The clearly arranged
display is easy to read.
The optical interface connector and AC
adapter / charger connector compartment is
sealed with a rubber cap. The tilt stand
provided in addition to the tripod bush can be
used to place the instrument securely on a
flat surface.
Probe model Battery level
Result unitField type
Status
Result
Mode

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Operating features
–Standard rechargeable batteries provide long operating life
and can be recharged rapidly as needed
–Batteries protected by auto-off function with programmable
timer
–Instrument configuration easy to set using the PC software
supplied
Remote control
–PC software NBM-TS allows remote controlled measurements
–PC connected via optical interface to avoid field interference
effects
–Optical cable extension allows additional freedom of
movement for probes. The NBM-550 controller function
enables data communication with the smaller NBM-520 so it
can be used as an “extended probe handle”. This means that
probes can be situated remotely from the NBM-550 without
any metallic cables to adversely affect the measurements
The battery compartment is opened easily using a
coin. Two replaceable NiMH rechargeable batteries
(AA size) are used to power the device.
Probe extension using an optical cable: The NBM-550 acts as
controller and displays the results. The smaller NBM-520 acts as
the optical probe interface. Both devices can also be used
separately as measuring devices when fitted with probes.
A
rugged transport case is included. This provides
ideal protection for the instrument, together with
up to two probes and all accessories.

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PC SOFTWARE
The easy to use “NBM-TS” PC software
(included) provides the following functions:
–Remote controlled measurements
–Device configuration management
–Firmware update control
PROBES
Frequency range
100 kHz – 3 GHz 3 MHz -18 GHz 300 MHz – 50 GHz 27 MHz – 60 GHz 300 kHz – 30 MHz 27 MHz – 1 GHz 300 kHz – 50 GHz
Field type E E E E H H E Shaped
Probe designation EF0391 EF1891 EF5091
EF5092 EF6091 HF3061 HF0191 Ex5091
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Compatible with the
following operating
systems: Microsoft®
Windows®2000 SP4,
Windows®XP SP2,
Windows Vista TM

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SPECIFICATIONS
NBM-520
DISPLAY
Display type Transflective LCD, monochrome
Display size 4 cm (1.5”), 128 x 64 dots
Backlight LEDs, selectable illumination time (OFF, 5s, 10s, 30s, 60s, PERMANENT)
Refresh rate 400 ms
MEASUREMENT FUNCTIONS
Result units mW/cm2, W/m2, V/m, A/m (for flat probes)
% (for shaped probes)
Display range 0.01 to 9999 V/m
0.0001 to 265.3 A/m
0.0001 to 9999 W/m2
0.0001 to 9999 mW/cm2
0.0001 to 9999 %
Result types (isotropic, RSS) Actual (ACT), Maximum (MAX), Average (AVG), Spatial Averaging (SPATIAL)
Averaging time 4 s to 30 min (2 s steps), selectable by PC software
Spatial averaging discrete or continuously, selectable by PC software
Alarm function 2 kHz audible signal (4 Hz repetition), threshold adjustable by PC software
INTERFACES
Optical interface Serial, full duplex, 115200 baud, no parity, 1 start and 1 stop bit
Probe interface Plug-and-play auto detection, compatible with all NBM series probes
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Recommended calibration interval 24 months (basic unit only, probes are specified separately)
Battery NiMH rechargeable batteries, 2 x AA size (Mignon), 2500 mAh, included
Operation time Approx. 22 hours (backlight off)
Approx. 16 hours (permanent backlight)
Charging time 2 hours
Battery level display 100%, 80%, 60%, 40%, 20%, 10%, low level (< 5%)
Temperature range
Operating
Non-operating (transport)
-10 °C to +50 °C
-30 °C to +70°C
Humidity 5 to 95%, non condensing
≤29 g/m³ absolute humidity (IEC 60721-3-2 class 7K2)
Size (h x w x d) 38 x 52 x 195 mm (without probe)
Weight 300 g (without probe)
Accessories (included) Hard case, power supply, rechargeable batteries, shoulder strap, NBM-TS software, operating
manual, certificate of calibration

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Narda Safety Test Solutions GmbH
Sandwiesenstrasse 7
72793 Pfullingen, Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
www.narda-sts.de
Narda Safety Test Solutions
435 Moreland Road
Hauppauge, NY 11788, USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
www.narda-sts.com
Narda Safety Test Solutions Srl
Via Leonardo da Vinci, 21/23
20090 Segrate (Milano), Italy
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
www.narda-sts.it
ORDERING INFORMATION
NBM-520 Part Number (P/N)
NBM-500 Set 2, Narda Broadband Field Meter
Includes:
- NBM-520 Basic unit (2403/01)
- Hard case, holds field meter and up to 2 probes (2400/90.07)
- Power supply, 9VDC, 100V-240VAC (2259/92.06)
- Shoulder strap, 1 m (2244/90.49)
- O/E converter
- Cable, fiber optic, duplex (1000 μm), RP-02, 2 m (2260/91.02)
- Software, NBM-TS, PC transfer (2400/93.01)
- Operating manual
- Certificate of calibration Probes are not included
2400/102
PROBES
Probe EF0391, E-field for NBM, 100 kHz – 3 GHz, isotropic 2402/01
Probe EF1891, E-field for NBM, 3 MHz – 18 GHz, isotropic 2402/02
Probe EF5091, E-field for NBM, thermocouple, 300 MHz – 50 GHz, isotropic 2402/03
Probe EF6091, E-field for NBM, 27 MHz – 60 GHz, isotropic 2402/04
Probe HF3061, H-field for NBM, 300 kHz - 30 MHz, isotropic 2402/05
Probe HF0191, H-field for NBM, 27 MHz – 1 GHz, isotropic 2402/06
Probe EA5091, Shaped E-field, FCC for NBM, 300 kHz - 50 GHz, isotropic 2402/07
Probe EB5091, Shaped E-field, IEEE for NBM, 300 kHz - 50 GHz, isotropic 2402/08
Probe EC5091, Shaped E-field, SC6 Canada for NBM, 300 kHz - 50 GHz, isotropic 2402/09
Probe ED5091, Shaped E-field, ICNIRP for NBM, 300 kHz - 50 GHz, isotropic 2402/10
Probe EF5092, E-field for NBM, thermocouple, 300 MHz – 50 GHz, high power, isotropic 2402/11
ACCESSORIES
Test generator, 27 MHz, hand-held 2244/90.38
Tripod, non-conductive, 1.65 m with carrying bag 2244/90.31
Tripod extension, 0.50 m, non-conductive (for 2244/90.31) 2244/90.45
Handle, non-conductive extension, 0.42 m 2250/92.02
O/E converter, RS232, RP-02 / DB9 2260/90.06
Cable, fiber optic, duplex, F-SMA to RP-02, 0.3 m 2260/91.01
Cable, fiber optic, duplex (1000 μm), RP-02, 2 m 2260/91.02
Cable, fiber optic, duplex (1000 μm) ,RP-02, 20 m 2260/91.03