EMScanner: 150 kHz- 8 GHz, 3.5mm Resolution, EMC desktop scanner

150 kHz to 8 GHz | External spectrum analyzer | 1,218-probe array

EMScanner helps engineers locate and compare PCB emission sources across a 316 x 218 mm scan area. A fixed array of 1,218 magnetic-field probes gives fast coverage, with 7.5 mm physical spacing and a manufacturer-stated 3.75 mm effective resolution. Use it with a compatible external spectrum analyzer and a PC running EMViewer.

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SPECIFICATIONS

EMScanner - 8 GHz Near-Field EMI Scanner

150 kHz to 8 GHz | External spectrum analyzer | 1,218-probe array

EMScanner near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system

Application and capabilities

EMScanner helps engineers locate and compare PCB emission sources across a 316 x 218 mm scan area. A fixed array of 1,218 magnetic-field probes gives fast coverage, with 7.5 mm physical spacing and a manufacturer-stated 3.75 mm effective resolution. Use it with a compatible external spectrum analyzer and a PC running EMViewer.

  • Locate emission hot spots, current paths, RF leakage and intermittent sources on operating PCBs.
  • Compare design revisions, filter changes and shielding modifications using repeatable scan settings.
  • Use spectral, spatial and combined scanning in EMViewer; retain peak-hold results and compare scans.
  • Support scripting, limit lines and reports for engineering investigations.

Technical specifications

SpecificationDetails
Frequency coverage 150 kHz to 8 GHz
Spectrum analyzer External, compatible
Spatial sampling / resolution 7.5 mm pitch; 3.75 mm effective
Antenna array 1,218 H-field probes arranged as 42 x 29
Scan area 316 x 218 mm (12.44 x 8.58 in)
Probe-to-probe correction Factory calibration; frequency-dependent correction factors, +/-3 dB
Measurement-plane isolation Greater than 20 dB
Maximum radiated power load 10 W / 40 dBm, as specified for the scanner
Enclosure Anodized non-conductive metal
Dielectric withstand: glass cover 4 kV DC; 2.6 kV AC
Dielectric withstand: metal case 260 V DC; 200 V AC
Operating temperature 15 to 40 degrees C; datasheet condition: continuous spectral/spatial scanning at 50 MHz
Measurement sensitivity Determined by analyzer performance and measurement settings
Frequency marking accuracy Determined by spectrum analyzer
Full-area spatial scan Continuous or sub-second single scan; dependent on analyzer and settings
Spectral scan example 45 s for a 100 x 100 mm area, 100 MHz span and 100 kHz RBW
Operating system Windows 10/11 in the retained setup guide/datasheet; verify the installed EMViewer release
Overlays Gerber RS274x and HPGL
Dimensions (L x W x H) 392 x 244 x 17 mm (15.43 x 9.61 x 0.67 in)
Weight 2.80 kg / 6.17 lb including cables and adapter
In-situ use 6U Size C format for VXI/VME chassis
RF connection SMA-to-Type-N RF cable
Control connection USB to adapter; dedicated control cable to scanner
Automation Public API for C or Python, described in retained datasheet

System components

Documented system components

  • EMS08 scanner board
  • EMScanner adapter
  • Micro-D control cable
  • USB cable with ferrites, per setup guide

User-supplied or separately specified

  • PC running the supported EMViewer release
  • DUT power, fixtures and appropriate RF/control connections
  • Compatible external spectrum analyzer; confirm driver support and required RF bandwidth

Measurement workflow

StepWhat the engineer does
1. Configure Choose the frequency band, analyzer settings and scan area; connect the DUT and measurement system.
2. Locate Run a spectral or spatial scan to identify frequencies and emission hot spots.
3. Investigate Refine the region, probe position or resolution while keeping the setup controlled.
4. Compare Repeat after a design change, compare results and retain maps and reports.

Software and configuration

EMViewer links scan position with RF measurements. Available modes include spectral sweeps, spatial hot-spot maps and combined scans. Confirm the supported software release, analyzer driver, license and support term when configuring the system.

EMViewer software information | Spectrum-analyzer compatibility

Scan times are examples tied to scan area, frequency span, RBW and resolution; the finest resolution is not a full-area real-time scan.

Dielectric-withstand values are test ratings, not a blanket safe operating-voltage rating for an energized DUT.

Datasheets and setup resources

Manufacturer product information

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