Page Introduction Overview What’s in the Box? Features Specifications Operating Frequencies Detail Product Images First Time Use of the SNYPER-LTEM (GL) Charging and Battery Status Main Menu Saved Results Menu Survey Menu Setup Menu About Menu PC Connect Power Off...
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.
SNYPER-LTEM PSU with 4 Adapter Heads Blue Antenna - General Purpose LTE (4G) & GPRS (2G) USB Cable USB Car Charger Quick Start Guide Figure 1. SNYPER-LTEM (GL) case contents Siretta Ltd sales +44(0)118 976 9000 Basingstoke Road email sales@siretta.com Registered in England No.
& 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) User Manual Operating Frequencies Detail The operating frequencies in EGSM900, DCS1800 and WDCMA modes are set compliant to the 3GPP and WCDMA specifications. Table 2. Operating frequencies detail Mode Freq. TX (MHz) Freq. RX (MHz) Channels TX - RX Offset 890.0 - 915...
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Product Images Figure 2. Front view of the SNYPER-LTEM (GL) Charge Status LED 320 x 240 LCD Display (51 x 38mm viewing area) UP Button OK Button RIGHT Button LEFT Button BACK Button ON/OFF Button DOWN Button...
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SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Figure 3. Bottom view of the SNYPER-LTEM (GL) SIM Slot USB Mini Charging Socket Figure 4. Top view of the SNYPER-LTM (GL) - without antenna Antenna Connector - SMA Female Siretta Ltd sales +44(0)118 976 9000...
To power up your SNYPER press the ON/OFF button. A welcome screen will be displayed briefly (as shown below in figure 6) before the main menu is displayed (as shown in figure 8.) Figure 5. Insert SIM and power on Figure 6. SNYPER-LTEM (GL) power on message ON/OFF Button Siretta Ltd sales...
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Charging and Battery Status 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.
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Main Menu Your SNYPER main menu has 7 menus (as shown below in figure 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.
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.
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SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual 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’...
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Survey Menu 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.
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SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Step 3. Press OK to be taken to the post survey menu as shown below in figure 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.
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SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual 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.
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Setup Menu By selecting ‘Setup’ from the main menu, the following setup changes can be made (as shown below in figure 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.
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SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual 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.
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SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Table 3 (continued). Breakdown of information provided ✓ GSM ✓ CAT M ✓ NB IoT Standard Advanced Engineer ARFCN - Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number being ✓ ✓ received EARFCN - E-UTRA Absolute Radio Frequency Channel ✓...
By selecting ‘About’ from the main menu, information about your SNYPER product will be displayed (as shown below in figure 18). Figure 18. ‘About’ screen HW: SNYPER-LTEM (GL) hardware version. BV: Battery voltage. SW: Current application and loader software versions running on your SNYPER.
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual PC Connect The PC Connect feature allows you to download stored surveys onto your PC. The data is downloaded to your PC in .CSV and .HTML format. The downloaded data will include GSM and LTE survey results.
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SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Viewing Results Select the results you wish to view in either .CSV or .HTM format. Figure 21. .CSV data download Figure 22. .HTML data download Siretta Ltd sales +44(0)118 976 9000 Basingstoke Road email sales@siretta.com Registered in England No. 08405712 Spencers Wood www.siretta.com...
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Power Off After use, remember to power off your SNYPER. The device can be powered off in the following 2 ways: » Selecting the ‘Power Off’ option from the main menu. The device will display a power off message as shown below in figure 24.
User Manual Updating the SNYPER Software From time to time Siretta may make software updates available for the SNYPER-LTEM (GL). Normally, these software updates will be made available as a complimentary service on the Siretta website. Updated software may contain improvements and/or new features.
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SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Step 3. Connect supplied USB cable to your SNYPER and PC. Step 4. Select ‘PC Connect’ from the main menu, and use the RIGHT button to enable PC Connect. Windows Explorer will open automatically. If Windows explorer does not open automatically, open it by pressing and holding the Windows key and ‘e’.
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SNYPER will display the main menu. Step 9. Confirm the software has updated by checking the ‘About’ menu. If successful, your SNYPER is now ready for use. If the software update was not successful, please contact your Siretta support representative. Siretta Ltd...
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Safety and Product Care General Precautions » Do not exceed the environmental and electrical limits as specified. » Avoid exposing your SNYPER product to lit cigarettes, naked flames or to extreme hot or cold temperatures. »...
SNYPER-LTEM (GL) User Manual Safety Recommendations PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Be sure the use of this product is allowed in the country intended and the environment required. The use of this product may be dangerous and has to be used with caution in the following areas: »...
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