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SNYPER-LTEM (GL)
Global LTE Cat M, LTE Cat NB IoT & 2G /
GSM Cellular Signal & Network Analyser
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Introduction 3
Overview 4
What’s in the Box? 4
Features 5
Specifications 6
Operating Frequencies Detail 7
Product Images 8
First Time Use of the SNYPER-LTEM (GL) 10
Charging and Battery Status 11
Main Menu 12
Saved Results Menu 13
Survey Menu 15
Setup Menu 18
About Menu 21
PC Connect 22
Power Off 24
Updating the SNYPER Software 25
Safety Product and Care 28
General Precautions 28
Safety Recommendations 29
Copyright 30
Copyright Declaration 30
Trademarks 30
Disclaimer 31
Definitions 32
Table of Contents

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This document explains the operation of, and technical characteristics of the
SNYPER-LTEM (GL).
The SNYPER-LTEM (GL) is a high performance, multi-language network signal
analyser dedicated to surveying the LTE Cat M, LTE Cat NB IoT & 2G / GSM Global
networks.
This document was created using SNYPER-LTEM: rmware version M0B.800005.
Introduction

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Overview
SNYPER-LTEM
PSU with 4 Adapter Heads
Blue Antenna - General Purpose LTE (4G) & GPRS (2G)
USB Cable
USB Car Charger
Quick Start Guide
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Figure 1. SNYPER-LTEM (GL) case contents
What’s in the Box?
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The SNYPER-LTEM (GL) is a high performance, multi-language network signal
analyser, dedicated to surveying the global LTE Cat M, LTE NB IoT*& 2G/GSM
networks**. Signal strength and cell parameters can be detected on LTE Cat M and
on 2G/GSM. The SNYPER-LTEM (GL) comes in a robust carry case with an antenna,
a USB cable, a USB car charger and power accessories.
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) can save one survey. Results can be downloaded to a PC and
displayed in .CSV format or .HTML graphical format, allowing users to analyse the
data and make informed decisions about their network rollout.
The powerful SNYPER-LTEM (GL) summary page displays percentage thresholds to
determine most suitable mobile network operator available and the performance of a
“preferred” MNO can be evaluated against the other networks. The SNYPER-LTEM
(GL) can also be used to help establish optimum antenna placement and perform
local site surveys.
*LTE NB IoT networks do not currently provide signal strength levels for cell sites.
**SNYPER-LTEM (GL) does not require a SIM in order to function.
The SNYPER-LTEM (GL) has the following features:
»View LTE Cat M and 2G/GSM signal strength and cell parameters
»Stores 1 survey
»USB download of stored surveys to PC (.CSV and .HTML format)
»Large easy to read, daylight viewable LCD display
»Robust enclosure for equipment protection
»Long life rechargeable battery gives up to 48 hours usage on one charge
»Battery can last up to 2 months in standby mode
»User dened screen settings - brightness, colours
»USB battery charging
»Multiple language options
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Specifications
Table 1. Specications of SNYPER-LTEM (GL)
SNYPER-LTEM (GL)
2G supported bands: B2 (1900) / B3 (1800) / B5 (850) / B8 (900) MHz
4G supported bands:
B1 (2100) / B2 (1900) / B3(1800) / B4 (AWS 1700) / B5 (850) / B8 (900)
/ B12 (700) / B13 (700) / B18 (800)/ B19 (800) / B20 (800) / B26 (850) /
B28 (700)
Dimensions: 141 x 76 x 36mm
Weight: Approx 207g including antenna
Antenna length: 78mm x 11mm
Operating temperature range: -10 to +50 deg C
Storage temperature range: -20 to +50 deg C
Operating humidity range: 20 to 85% RH Non-condensing
Antenna connector: SMA female
Display: 2.4” QVGA 320 x 240 TFT with LED backlight
Battery life: 48 hours normal use*
Battery: Lithium Ion 3.7V, 2000mAh
Warm up time: 2s
USB connector: USB Mini-B
Stored survey memory: 1 survey
Maximum charge current: 500mA
*Based on 20 surveys a day at room temperature with auto power off enabled

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Operating Frequencies Detail
Mode Freq. TX (MHz) Freq. RX (MHz) Channels TX - RX Offset
EGSM900 890.0 - 915
880.2 - 889.8
935.0 - 959.8
925.2 - 934.8
0 - 124
975 - 1023
45MHz
45MHz
DCS1800 1710.2 - 1784.8 1805.2 - 1879.8 512-885 95MHz
WCDMA2100 - B1 1922.4 - 1977.6 2112.4 - 2167.6 Tx: 9612 - 9888
Rx: 10562 - 10828 190MHz
WCDMA850 - B5 826.4 - 846.6 871.4 - 891.6 Tx: 4132 - 4233
Rx: 4357 - 4458 45MHz
WCDMA900 - B8 882.4 - 912.6 927.4 - 957.6 Tx: 2712 - 2863
Rx: 2937 - 3088 45MHz
LTE1800 - B3 1710 - 1785 1805 - 1880 Tx: 19200 - 19949
Rx: 1200 - 1949 95MHz
LTE2600 - B7 2500 - 2570 2620 - 2690 Tx: 20750 - 21449
Rx: 2750 - 3449 120MHz
LTE800 - B20 832 - 862 791 - 821 Tx: 24150 - 24449
Rx: 6150 - 6449 41MHz
Table 2. Operating frequencies detail
The operating frequencies in EGSM900, DCS1800 and WDCMA modes are set
compliant to the 3GPP and WCDMA specications.

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Product Images
Figure 2. Front view of the SNYPER-LTEM (GL)
320 x 240
LCD Display
(51 x 38mm viewing area)
UP Button
RIGHT Button
BACK Button
DOWN Button
ON/OFF Button
OK Button
LEFT Button
Charge Status LED
SIM Slot

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Figure 3. Bottom view of the SNYPER-LTEM (GL)
Figure 4. Top view of the SNYPER-LTM (GL) - without antenna
USB Mini Charging Socket
Antenna Connector - SMA Female
SIM Slot

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»Your SNYPER needs to be charged for 4 - 6 hours before initial use. To charge
your SNYPER, connect to any convenient USB power source using the mains
adaptor supplied, car charger or a USB port on a device such as a computer
using the supplied cable.
»Ensure the antenna is screwed rmly into place on the device and isn’t loose.
»To power up your SNYPER press the ON/OFF button. A welcome screen will be
displayed briey (as shown below in gure 6) before the main menu is displayed
(as shown in gure 8.)
First Time Use of SNYPER-LTEM (GL)
Figure 5. Insert SIM and power on Figure 6. SNYPER-LTEM (GL) power on message
ON/OFF Button

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Charging and Battery Status
Figure 7. Charging and battery status
Charging and battery status bar:
A fully charged device is indicated by a green bar extending across the top
of the display.
As the device is used and the battery discharges, the battery status bar will
shrink to the right of the display and change from green, to yellow, to red.
Recharging is recommended once red bars are displayed on the device
battery status bar.
If the device drops below allowable low battery usage the unit will switch
off and charging will be required.
Approximately 4 - 6 hours are needed to fully charge your SNYPER. The device will
be charged when it is plugged into a USB power source - the supplied AC adaptor,
or the USB host port on a PC or similar. The device’s battery provides up to 48 hours
normal use and up to 2 months standby mode from a fully charged battery.
When the device is plugged into a charging supply, it will turn on if it is off so that the
battery status bar is visible.
Charge status
LED
Battery status bar
NOTE: To protect the battery from damage, charging is only allowed when the temperature is between 0 and 35°C.
NOTE: Following the charging process and the removal of the charge cable from
the USB connection of your SNYPER product, you will notice a drop back in the
green bar. This is normal as the battery reaches a stabilised voltage following
removal of the external power source. Battery voltage at full charge should be
between 4.10V and 4.15V.

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Main Menu
Your SNYPER main menu has 7 menus (as shown below in gure 8), these can be
selected using the UP/DOWN buttons. Once the chosen menu is highlighted, click
OK. Press the BACK button to return to the main menu.
Figure 8. ‘Main Menu’ screen
Saved Results: Reviews previously saved survey.
Survey: Used to perform a new survey.
Setup: Allows personalisation of display and auto-power off.
About: Displays information about the device - model number,
rmware version, battery voltage and IMEI number.
PC Connect: Connects device to a PC as a memory stick to
allow download of reports.
Power Off: Powers off the device.

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Saved Results
The ‘Saved Surveys’ menu allows you to review saved survey results on your
SNYPER product. The SNYPER-LTEM (GL) can store 1 survey on the device.
Step 1. Press OK to view the saved survey results.
Figure 9. ‘Saved Survey’ screen
Step 2. Press OK to be taken to the saved survey menu as shown below in gure 10.
Figure 10. Selecting results to view
NOTE: Selecting ‘Export Results’ will save your survey results to .CSV
and .HTML le formats.

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Show Saved Results
Highlight ‘Show Results’ and press OK. The SNYPER will display all results with
numbered cells from strongest to weakest. To switch between all signals found in the
survey, use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons.
Figure 11. Displaying survey results
Show Saved Summary
Highlight ‘Show Summary’ and press OK. The SNYPER will display the number of
cells by each network in frequency bands. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to switch
between signal strengths received on the device.
Figure 12. Displaying survey results
NOTE: Two listings may be shown for one network operator. This listing
is created by the MNC and is two different MNC’s both associated with
the same network operator.

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Survey Menu
Figure 13. Selecting survey to perform
Performing a Survey
To perform a survey on your SNYPER, follow the steps below:
Step 1. Select ‘Survey’ from the main menu and press OK.
Step 2. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select what survey you would like to perform
and press OK.
CATM Survey: Performs a survey for the LTE Cat M network only.
NBIoT Survey: Performs a survey for the LTE NB IoT network only.
GSM Survey: Performs a survey for the GSM network.

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Step 3. Press OK to be taken to the post survey menu as shown below in gure 14.
Figure 14. Selecting survey to perform
Show Results
Highlight ‘Show Results’ and press OK. The SNYPER will display all results with
numbered cells from strongest to weakest. To switch between all signals found in the
survey, use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons.
Figure 15. Displaying survey results

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Show Summary
Highlight ‘Show Summary’ and press OK. The SNYPER will display the number of
cells by each network in frequency bands. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to switch
between signal strengths received on the device.
Figure 16. Displaying survey results
NOTE: Two listings may be shown for one network operator. This listing
is created by the MNC and is two different MNC’s both associated with
the same network operator.
Save Results
With default settings, it is not necessary to save the results as this is automatically
done at the completion of the survey. However, if you have selected the user option to
turn off automatic saving of results, you will need to highlight ‘Save Results’ and press
OK to save results to the SNYPER.

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By selecting ‘Setup’ from the main menu, the following setup changes can be made
(as shown below in gure 17). To select a sub menu use the UP/DOWN button until
relevant menu is highlighted, then use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to amend preference.
Setup Menu
Figure 17. ‘Setup’ screen
Language: Language selection of your SNYPER product.
There are 5 language settings: ENG (English), DEU (German),
FRE (French), DAN (Danish), ITA (Italian). Default = ENG
Display: Screen brightness and text colours.
The screen brightness has 6 settings, 0 (lowest) - 5 (highest).
The SNYPER has 10 body text colour settings and 9 highlighted
text colour settings.
Auto Off: Automatic power off of the SNYPER.
The auto off has 2 settings, on or off.
Documents: Files types and auto save.
System: Mode*and region of operation.
Set Time: Set date and time for SNYPER.
Factory Reset:Return to default settings.
*See ‘SNYPER Modes’ section over page to understand the different modes of operation available on your SNYPER.

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SNYPER Modes
The ‘Mode’ option determines the operation mode of your SNYPER when performing
a survey. There are 4 options: Standard, Advanced or Engineer - each will display a
different range of results once a survey has been performed.
Standard Mode - Standard mode receives and displays a basic range of results and
is the factory default operation mode.
Advanced Mode - Advanced mode receives and displays a more advanced range of
results in addition to the results displayed in Standard mode.
Engineer Mode - Engineer mode receives and displays a more advanced range of
results in addition to the results displayed in Standard and Advanced mode.
See table 3 below for breakdown of information provided. For a full description of
survey parameters, see SNYPER Survey Terminology:
https://www.siretta.com/snyper-survey-terminology
Table 3. Breakdown of information provided
✓ GSM ✓ CAT M ✓ NB IoT Standard Advanced Engineer
Index - Base station number assigned by your SNYPER ✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓
Network - Name of the network provider ✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓
MCC - Mobile Country Code being received ✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓
MNC - Mobile Network Code being received ✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓
dBm - Signal strength being received (Signal strength
ranges from -40 to -115dBm, the lower the number the
higher the signal strength.)
✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓
RSSI - Received Signal Strength Indicator (Values range
from 0 - 31, the higher the number the higher the signal
strength.)
✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓
Signal - Percentage signal received (Values range from 0% -
100%, the higher the number the higher the signal strength.) ✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓
Band - Frequency band being received ✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓

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Standard Advanced Engineer
ARFCN - Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number being
received ✓ ✓
EARFCN - E-UTRA Absolute Radio Frequency Channel
Number being received (LTE) ✓ ✓✓ ✓
CellID - Unique ID of the network cell being received (if
available) ✓ ✓✓ ✓
LAC - Location Area Code ✓ ✓
TAC - Tracking Area Code ✓ ✓✓ ✓
BSIC - Base Station Identity Code ✓ ✓
CellIdentity - Unique LTE Cat M cell identity being received ✓ ✓✓ ✓
NB IoT CellID - Unique LTE Cat NB IoT cell identity being
received ✓ ✓
DL – Signal download frequency ✓ ✓ ✓
UL - Signal upload frequency ✓ ✓ ✓
Table 3 (continued). Breakdown of information provided
✓ GSM ✓ CAT M ✓ NB IoT