EMScanner
High-frequency EMC desktop scanner
EMScanner: 150KHz – 8GHz
EMScanner is a self-contained very-near-field scanning device that connects to a Spectrum Analyzer and a laptop or desktop PC running the Y.I.C. Technologies Software, EMViewer.
The EMScanner system operates from 150KHz to 8GHz and delivers repeatable & reliable results that pinpoint the cause of a design failure in seconds.
EMViewer Software is recommended to achieve the best results.
Resources
To view and/or download EMScanner resources, simply click on the links below:
Product Features
Capability:
Spectral scan, spatial scan, peak-hold, continuous scanning, spectral and spatial comparison, scripting, limit lines, and report generation.
Spatial scan time:
Continuous real-time or sub-second single scan for the entire scan area Dependent on spectrum analyzer performance.
Spectral scan time:
45 seconds for L 10 cm x W 10 cm (L 4” x W 4”) PCB with a 100 MHz span and 100 kHz RBW. Scanning area, span, and RBW are user selectable within spectrum analyzer specifications
EMViewer Software
We recommend you use the EMViewer software for best results. Perpetual Licence with a subscription available for the latest updates, upgrades, support and hardware warranty.
Supported operating systems:
Windows 10®
Supported CAD overlays:
Standard Gerber© RS274x format and HPGL format
Specifications
Broadband frequency coverage:
EMScanner – Base configuration = 150KHz to 8GHz
Antenna array:
1,218 (42 x 29) H-field Probes Measurement sensitivity: Dependent on Spectrum Analyzer performance
Spatial resolution:
Probe spacing of 7.5 mm with an ‘effective’ resolution of 3.75 mm
Scan area:
L 31.6 cm x W 21.8 cm (L 12.44” x W 8.58”)
Frequency accuracy of peaks:
Peak marking accuracy of the Spectrum Analyzer
Probe to probe uniformity:
Calibrated before shipment. Firmware correction factors adjust for frequency dependant probe responses with +/- 3 dB accuracy
Measurement plane isolation:
> 20 dB
Maximum radiated power load:
10 W / 40 dBm
Enclosure:
Anodized non-conductive metal
Maximum DUT voltage:
Glass Cover: 4kV DC; 2.6kV AC | Metal Case: 260V DC; 200V AC (measured as dielectric withstanding voltage – DWV)
Operating temperature:
From 15⁰ C to 40⁰ C (continuous spectral and spatial scans at 50 MHz)
In situ scanning:
6U Size C scanner fits into VXI and VME chassis
Scanner connections:
Spectrum analyzer: RF SMA to type N coaxial cable | Adapter: Proprietary DB25
Supported Analyzers:
All SCPI based Spectrum Analyzers will be added via EMViewer software.
Dimensions of the scanner:
L 39.2 cm x W 24.4 cm x H 1.7 cm (L 15.43” x W 9.61” x H 0.67”)
Weight:
2.80 Kg / 6.17 lb (including cables and the adapter)
Ideal PCB projects for EMScanner are boards designed for high speed, high power, and/or high density/complexity. Any PCB that places a premium on board real-estate also qualifies as an excellent candidate. The compact, flat scanner provides PCB design teams with an easy-to-use, costeffective, and proven tabletop solution. Emission, immunity, filtering, EMI shielding, broadband noise and Common Mode testing are some of the applications that the EMScanner system addresses in mere seconds.
With EMScanner design teams can personally test their designs without having to rely on another department, test engineer, or time-consuming off-site testing. After diagnosing even an intermittent problem, the engineer can implement a design change and retest, and the results provide concrete verification of the effectiveness (or not) of the design change.
EMScanner diagnostic capabilities allow design teams to reduce testing time by more than two orders of magnitude. Users have also documented fifty per cent reductions in design cycle times.
Spectrum Analyzers
Y.I.C. Technologies products are compatible with most Spectrum Analyzers.
If you do not have a Spectrum Analyzer and wish to purchase one, please get in touch with us as we have secured relationships with leading test & measurement companies to ensure competitive prices. You are also able to purchase a Spectrum Analyzer directly from Y.I.C. Technologies. Click below to enquire further.
