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- Page 1 NIM-511 / NIM-513 Narda Industrial Field Meter Operating Manual Distributed by: Air-Met Scientific Pty Ltd Air-Met Sales/Service Air-Met Rental P: 1800 000 744 P: 1300 137 067 F: 1800 000 774 E: hire@airmet.com.au E: sales@airmet.com.au W: www.airmet.com.au Work with Confidence...
- Page 2 Narda Safety Test Solutions GmbH Sandwiesenstraße 7 72793 Pfullingen, Germany ® Names and Logo are registered trade- marks of Narda Safety Test Solutions GmbH and L3 Communications Holdings, Inc. – Trade names are trademarks of the owners. This product is protected by the following...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
After transport and storage ......13 Instrument overview ........14 Narda NIM-51x... - Page 4 4.11 Switching off........30 NIM-51x Narda...
- Page 5 Ordering information ........45 NIM-511 and NIM-513 ....... . 46 Accessories .
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Page 7: Useful Information
Useful information This chapter contains basic information about measuring electromagnetic fields and about using the NIM-51x. Measuring electromagnetic fields (page 2) About this instrument (page 2) About this operating manual (page 4) Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 8: Measuring Electromagnetic Fields
RF radiation. Both models provide a complete measurement system comprised of an extremely easy to operate meter (NIM-510) and a probe (NIM-511 or NIM-513) that contains sensors to measure both the electric (E) and magnetic (H) field components of an electromag- netic wave. -
Page 9: Applications
The Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits for Con- trolled Environments are: Table 1 IEEE C95.1-2005 exposure limits for controlled environment Frequency E Field H Field (mW/cm (mW/cm 13.56 MHz 4.89 54.4 27.12 MHz 1.22 13.6 40.68 MHz 1.00 6.04 Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 10: About This Operating Manual
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WARNING could result in death or serious injury. DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. NIM-51x Narda... - Page 11 ⇒ Press the MODE key Blue type Cross reference (in PDF document only) Indicates a cross reference to another part of the docu- ment. Click on the blue type in the PDF document to jump directly to the cross reference. Narda NIM-51x...
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Page 12: Terminology
1 Useful information Terminology Item Meaning Battery Rechargeable battery Dry battery Non-rechargeable battery NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 13: Safety Instructions
Using this operating manual (page 8) Proper use (page 8) Improper use (page 8) Dangers from electromagnetic fields (page 9) Dangers when handling rechargeable batteries (page 10) Dangers from AC adapter/charger (page 10) Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 14: Using This Operating Manual
Remember that this instrument is a measuring device, not a warning device. Carefully observe the actual measurement displayed when you are approaching an unknown field source. If in doubt, use an additional warning device such as “RadMan” or “Nardalert XT”, available from Narda Safety Test Solutions. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 15: Dangers From Electromagnetic Fields
⇒ Affix labels of any type only to the black probe shaft. ⇒ If the instrument malfunctions, take it out of service and contact your Narda Service Center. The addresses are listed at the end of this operating manual and on the In- http://www.narda-sts.com. -
Page 16: Dangers When Handling Rechargeable Batteries
The AC adapter/charger could be destroyed if the volt- age specification on the AC adapter/charger does not match the AC line voltage. ⇒ Only use the AC adapter/charger if the voltage specifica- tion on the AC adapter/charger matches the AC line volt- age. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 17: Preparing The Nim-51X For Use
Preparing the NIM-51x for This chapter describes all you need to do before starting to use the NIM-51x. Unpacking (page 12) Instrument overview (page 14) Power supply (page 16) Connecting the probe (page 19) Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 18: Unpacking
⇒ Check the instrument and all accessories for damage when you have unpacked them. ⇒ If the instrument is damaged, contact your Narda Ser- vice Center. The addresses of your Narda Service Center are listed at the end of this operating manual and on the Internet at http://www.narda-sts.com. -
Page 19: After Transport And Storage
⇒ Wait until all visible condensation has evaporated from the instrument surface to avoid damaging the instru- ment. Note: The instrument is not ready for use until it has reached a temperature within the operating range of -10 to +50 °C. Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 20: Instrument Overview
3 Preparing the NIM-51x for use Instrument overview NIM-51x Narda... - Page 21 • Flashing red = – Firmware update Rubber cover Tripod bush Electrical and optical connectors AC Adapter / Charger Optical connector (for service only) Battery compartment (on back of instrument) Stand Probe Probe head Probe plug Probe handle Narda NIM-51x...
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Page 22: Power Supply
"+" and " –" respectively. Match the markings to the markings on the batteries. 3. Close the battery compartment cover and do up the two screws again to secure it. NIM-51x Narda... - Page 23 The charge cycle starts. The Charge LED glows red during the entire charge cycle. As soon as the batteries are fully charged, the AC Adapter / Charger switches to trickle charge mode and the Charge LED glows green. Narda NIM-51x...
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Page 24: Charge State And Power Source Indicator
The charge level is indicated in 20% steps by black bars within the battery symbol. The batteries are fully charged when all five bars are shown. Power is supplied by the AC Adapter / Charger. The batteries are charged at the same time. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 25: Connecting The Probe
Possibly present high radiation values can not be rec- ognized when a probe is defective. ⇒ Check probes for proper operation with a signal source before using this measuring instrument. Narda offers portable sources to accomplish this im- “Accessories” portant step (see on page 46). - Page 26 3 Preparing the NIM-51x for use NIM-51x Narda...
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Page 27: Measuring With The Nim-51X
Setting the contrast (page 25) Overview of the display (page 26) Selecting the result type (page 26) Selecting the units (page 29) Freezing a result (page 29) 4.10 Changing the field type (page 29) 4.11 Switching off (page 30) Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 28: Avoiding Measurement Errors
Offset voltages caused by the probe can not be eliminated. Recommendation: Try to avoid heating caused by direct sunlight during measurements . Consider an adequate settling time for stabilization of the probe in case of temperature changes. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 29: Strong Low Frequency Fields
Keep a critical eye on any possible increase in the minimum display value (noise floor) which may indicate interfering factors. Increase the distance from the source of low frequency interference, if possible. Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 30: Switching On
The display backlight is activated each time you press a but- ton and switches off after a specified time to prevent dis- charging the batteries unnecessarily. AVG TIME 6 minutes This value specifies the time period over which the results are averaged. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 31: Self Test
If an error message is displayed again: ⇒ Switch the instrument off and contact your nearest Narda Service Center. Setting the contrast You can change the display contrast dependent of the envi- ronment lighting in order to achieve optimal instrument read-out. -
Page 32: Overview Of The Display
AVG (Average) (page 27) • SPATIAL (spatial average) (page 28) • These different result display modes are described in the sections indicated above. To select a result type: ⇒ Press the Mode button repeatedly until the desired result type is displayed. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 33: Act (Actual)
6 minutes. The units of the measured value can be switched at any time without affecting the results already averaged. Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 34: Spatial (Spatial Average)
The spatial average value is shown on the display. 4. To perform a further measurement, press the Hold button again. This automatically resets the last average value. Note: To help you move the probe smoothly, an audible signal is output once every second. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 35: Selecting The Units
(H) fields. You will need to select the field type on the instrument. The field type is shown at the bottom left of the display. To change the field type ⇒ Press the Hold and Mode buttons simultaneously (tog- gle function). Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 36: Switching Off
4 Measuring with the NIM-51x 4.11 Switching off To switch the instrument off ⇒ Press and hold down the ON/OFF button for about three seconds. The instrument switches off. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 37: Instrument Maintenance
This chapter describes how to clean the instrument, replace the batteries, dispose the instrument and check the instru- ment for proper operation. Cleaning the instrument (page 32) Replacing / removing the batteries (page 32) Disposal (page 34) Checking for proper operation (page 35) Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 38: Cleaning The Instrument
2. To prevent streaks and spots, wipe off the instrument with a dry cloth while it is still damp. Replacing / removing the batteries The rechargeable batteries have a useful life of about 1000 charge cycles or 3 years (whichever occurs soonest). NIM-51x Narda... - Page 39 ⇒ Never use the NIM-51x with the battery compartment open. WARNING Reverse charging of rechargeable batteries NiMH batteries can explode if you charge them with reversed poles. ⇒ Make sure you insert the batteries correctly as shown on the base of the battery compartment. Narda NIM-51x...
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Page 40: Disposal
(a complete charge cycle takes about 2 hours). Disposal Rechargeable batteries Do not dispose of the batteries with the normal household waste. You should dispose of old batteries that are no longer required in accordance with the waste disposal ordinances in your country. NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 41: Instrument
Within the European Union, all electronic measuring sys- tems purchased from Narda after 13th August 2005 can be returned when they reach the end of their useful life. The measuring systems that come under this regulation or the documents that accompany them are clearly marked with the symbol of a garbage bin crossed out with black lines. - Page 42 Do not use this function test for measurements. This test is suitable only for checking probes. All 3 channels must respond to the field source. Ch1 is related to the E field sensors. Ch2...3 are relatedto the H field sensors and will show identical values. NIM-51x Narda...
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Page 43: Specifications
This chapter lists the specifications of the NIM-51x. Display and Functions (page 38) Measurement (page 38) Uncertainty (page 39) General specifications (page 39) Standards compliance (page 40) AC Adapter / Charger Unit (page 40) CE Declaration of Conformity (page 41) Declaration of origin (page 43) Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 44: Display And Functions
Measurement Field type Electric (E-) field and magnetic (H-) field with switchable display Frequency range NIM-511: 300 kHz to 100 MHz NIM-513: 10 MHz to 42 MHz Measurement range (True RMS) E-field: 0.1 to 100 mW/cm (20 to 614 V/m) H-field: 0.2 to 200 mW/cm... -
Page 45: Uncertainty
(Calibration uncertainty not included) ±0.6 dB (10 MHz to 42 MHz) Calibration uncertainty ±0.5 dB NIM-511 calibration frequencies 0.5/ 13.56/ 27.12/ 90 MHz NIM-513 calibration frequencies 13.56/ 27.12/ 40.68 MHz Linearity ±1 dB (0.5 to 2 mW/cm ±0.5 dB (2 to 100 mW/cm... -
Page 46: Standards Compliance
100 V to 240 V AC Nominal AC line frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz range Output voltage 9 V DC Maximum output current 1.5 A Temperature range • Storage -40 °C to +70 °C • Operation 0 °C to +40 °C NIM-51x Narda... -
Page 47: Ce Declaration Of Conformity
6.7 CE Declaration of Conformity CE Declaration of Conformity Narda NIM-51x... - Page 48 6 Specifications NIM-51x Narda...
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Page 49: Declaration Of Origin
6.8 Declaration of origin Declaration of origin Country of origin: Germany Narda NIM-51x... - Page 50 6 Specifications NIM-51x Narda...
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Page 51: Ordering Information
Ordering information This chapter lists the ordering information for the NIM-51x and accessories. NIM-511 and NIM-513 (page 46) Accessories (page 46) Narda NIM-51x... -
Page 52: Nim-511 And Nim-513
NIM-513 Industrial Field Meter (10 to 42 MHz) NIM-511 and NIM-513 include: • NIM-510 Basic unit (2403/02) • E/H Field Probe NIM-511 (2402/15) or E/H Field Probe NIM-513 (2402/13) • Hard case • Power supply, 9 VDC, 100 V - 240 VAC (2259/92.06) •... -
Page 53: Index
Cleaning 32 connecting 19 Contrast setting 25 Function testing 35 Proper use 8 Declaration of origin 43 Display backlight 24 Rechargeable batteries Disposal 34 Proper handling of 18 Electromagnetic fields Dangers from 9 Error message 25 Function testing 35 Narda NIM-51x... - Page 54 Selecting the units 29 Self test 25 Setting contrast 25 SPATIAL 25 Spatial average 28 Specifications 37 Switching off 30 Switching on 24 Symbols and marks 5 Terminology 6 Transport and storage 13 Transport damage 12 UNIT 25 Unpacking 12 NIM-51x Narda...
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