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Document Number: 100130-00
Revision F
April 2020

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  • Page 1 Hardware Reference Manual Document Number: 100130-00 Revision F April 2020...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contact Information ........................29 8.2. Warranty Information ........................29 8.3. Calibration Notice ........................30 8.4. Return Material Authorization Procedure for the SeeGull HBflex scanning receiver ....30 Appendix A: SeeGull HBflex Specification .................. 31 PCTEL, Inc. Page 2 Rev F...
  • Page 3 List of Figures Figure 1 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver...................... 10 Figure 2 – SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver Top View ................... 14 Figure 3 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver Side View ................... 14 Figure 4 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver Front Display ................16 Figure 5 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver Rear Display ................

  • Page 4: Preface

    GHz bands. • N39 (UL/DL: 1880 MHz - 1920 MHz) • N40 (UL/DL: 2300 MHz - 2400 MHz) The SeeGull HBflex scanning receiver is a • N41/N90 (UL/DL: 2496 MHz – software-defined receiver, capable of 2690MHz) supporting multiple protocols and any •...
  • Page 5 E-UTRA 255 (5725 - 5850 MHz U- • E-UTRA 12 (Lower 700 MHz A/B/C) NII-3) • E-UTRA 12/17 Lower 700 MHz A/B/C and Lower 700 MHz B/C) • E-UTRA 13 (Upper 700 MHz C) PCTEL, Inc. Page 5 Rev F...
  • Page 6 (410 - 420 MHz MS, 420 - 430 MHz • TETRA Public Safety 450, 460 Band (450 - 460 MHz MS, 460 - 470 MHz • TETRA Public Safety 870, 915 Band (870 - 876 MHz MS, 915 - 921 MHz PCTEL, Inc. Page 6 Rev F...

  • Page 7: Figure 25 - Nb-Iot

    • In-Band, Guard band or Stand Alone • Top N NRS (Narrowband Reference • Time Offset Signal), NPSS (Narrowband Primary Synchronization Signal) and NSSS LTE (FDD and TDD) • Maximum # of Channels: 24 PCTEL, Inc. Page 7 Rev F...
  • Page 8 Pilot Delay and Delay W-Fi • Channelized RSSI measurements for 2.4GHz, 4.9GHz and 5GHz • Top N measurement in all channels in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands • Signal Strength • Noise Level • CINR PCTEL, Inc. Page 8 Rev F...

  • Page 9: Notices

    “in weather” outdoor use. • Aggregate Power measurement (RSSI, EPS, or Spectrum Analysis) NOTICE: There are no user serviceable • parts inside the SeeGull HBflex Scanning Delay and Signal Strength of Receiver. neighboring cells • RSSI Channel Scans 1.4. Compliance •...

  • Page 10: Overview And System Requirements

    08910 base configuration: requirements. GSM, WCDMA, CDMA, EVDO, TD-LTE, FD-LTE, Wi-Fi, NR. Other available technology options include 2.1. General Description The SeeGull HBflex is a tool for signal OP527-FD-LTE- LTE (FDD) Narrow Band IoT strength and modulation measurement, NB-IOT Technology Option...
  • Page 11 • Group and broadcast call control and to determine whether the base station • is properly using the available resources. GPRS mobility management, transparent transport and session management Layer 3 PCTEL, Inc. Page 11 Rev F...
  • Page 12 Extended Neighbor List Message. • CDMA Channel List Message. • CDMA Extended Channel List Message The SeeGull HBflex supports scanning of numerous GSM and LTE BCCH, and WCDMA BCH channels during the same test. Mobile Blindscan Option (Mobile Measurement): OP505 - All Technologies (GSM, WCDMA, CDMA, EVDO, TD-LTE, FD-LTE) PCTEL, Inc.

  • Page 13: System Requirements

    • 9 to 17 VDC may be used in the scanning system along with the SeeGull HBflex scanning receiver. Use a car battery, a 12-volt battery, or an However, in most cases, a typical AC/DC adapter. It is imperative that the...

  • Page 14: Installation

    Reference Manual 3. Installation This section describes how to set up the SeeGull HBflex scanning receiver. Figure 2 – SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver Top View Figure 3 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver Side View PCTEL, Inc. Page 14 Rev F...

  • Page 15: Setup

    3. If using a USB connection to a Windows laptop or tablet computer, connect the USB cable to both the SeeGull HBflex scanning receiver (COM port) and to a PC USB port. 4. If using an Ethernet connection, the HBflex must be connected to a network or the user’s laptop.

  • Page 16: Figure 4 - Seegull Hbflex Scanning Receiver Front Display

    DC1 and DC2 connecting RF mmWave 24GHz to 40 GHz RF connector cable to down convert antenna(s) mmWave to sub 6GHz (DC1-> RF1 and DC2 -> RF2) Figure 4 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver Front Display PCTEL, Inc. Page 16 Rev F...

  • Page 17: Leds

    Diagnostics PWR Led Power Switch Power Input Port (Factory use only) Figure 5 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver Rear Display The table below illustrates the support for HBflex 5G NR measurements with single antenna (simultaneous mode) and dual antenna mode Measurement...

  • Page 18: Operation

    SD card it turns solid 4.2. Software Upgrades green. If the SD card is full the LED color is SeeGull HBflex scanning receiver stores the red. If the card is ejected during a write application program in internal non-volatile...

  • Page 19: Ethernet Instructions

    IP address for Scanner is not in use or duplicated. Set Up PC: 1. Click Start menu, then click on Figure 7 - Network and Internet Control Panel. 3. Click Network and Sharing Center. PCTEL, Inc. Page 19 Rev F...

  • Page 20: Figure 8 - Network And Sharing Center

    7. Select Obtain an IP address Figure 9 - Change Adapter Settings automatically and click OK. 5. Right-click Local Area Connection icon, then click Properties. Figure 10 - Local Area Connection Properties Figure 12 - Obtain IP Address Automatically PCTEL, Inc. Page 20 Rev F...
  • Page 21 Assistant User Guide for more information. DHCP: Disabled IP Address: 192.168.2.100 NOTE: The SeeGull Assistant application Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 is available at PCTEL’s website under Default Gateway: None the support page. Note: Consult your IT department to Ethernet Using Static IP Address:...

  • Page 22: Cdma/Ev-Do Holdover Operation

    Assign IP Address and Subnet mask for the Scanner. The IP address network identification must be identical to the connected PC’s IP address. The IP address host cannot be identical to the connected PC. PCTEL, Inc. Page 22 Rev F...

  • Page 23: Rf Antenna Information

    ® HBflex Reference Manual 5. RF Antenna Information This section discusses antennas that are used with the SeeGull HBflex scanning receiver system. 5.1. Antenna Verification Verify that all the necessary antennas are included in the shipment and that each is marked.

  • Page 24: Figure 17 - Op697 Wide Spectrum Multi-Band Antenna

    SeeGull ® HBflex Reference Manual PCTEL’s OP697 wide spectrum multi-band antenna (Figure 17) supports multi-band radio technology to provide interoperability among emergency management and response personnel, regardless of the frequency band used. It provides outstanding coverage of VHF and UHF...

  • Page 25: Gps Antenna Information

    SeeGull ® HBflex Reference Manual Indoor RF Antenna Information PCTEL offers wideband rubber duck style antennas for indoor use. There are two models depending on the frequency required. • OP691: Indoor Antenna, 600 MHz - 6 GHz Figure 20 - OP034H •...

  • Page 26: Wi-Fi Wireless Adapter

    ® HBflex Reference Manual 5.4. Wi-Fi Wireless Adapter For Wi-Fi testing, PCTEL offers wireless adapters for purchase; there are others we have tested and support (see the table below). The wireless adapter (with an extension adapter) is connected to the USB port on the front panel of the HBflex.

  • Page 27: Walk Test Kit Information (To Be Updated)

    The PCTEL SeeHawk Walk Test Kit comprises a complete set of accessories that enable the indoor use of the PCTEL SeeGull HBflex scanning receiver. The Walk Test Kit provides a cost-effective solution for evaluating existing in-building coverage and for planning, deploying, and testing indoor coverage systems.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    If the SYS LED located on the face of the scanning receiver is not illuminated, please Figure 23 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning check the power connection first, then the Receiver Power Plug fuse, which is in the Power Plug end of the power cord.

  • Page 29: Support

    USTOMER UPPORT +1-240-460-8833 RMA R EQUESTS warranty and shall constitute fulfillment of all liabilities of PCTEL with respect to the +1-301-444-2045 UALITY ANAGER quality and performance of the Products. PCTEL shall have no obligation to make Table 1: Phone Numbers...

  • Page 30: Calibration Notice

    2 years in order to maintain the specified accuracy levels. Re- calibration is available as an optional All repairs must be performed by PCTEL in service from PCTEL. accordance to the procedure outlined below:...

  • Page 31: Appendix A: Seegull Hbflex Specification

    SeeGull ® HBflex Reference Manual 9. Appendix A: SeeGull HBflex Specification Measurement Modes NR TopN Signal : Synchronization channels (P-SS/S-SS) & PBCH, SSB Data Modes PCI, PSS_RP [dBm] ,SSS_RP [dBm], PSS_RQ [dB] ,SSS_RQ [dB], PSS_CINR, SSS_CINR, SS_CINR [dB], RSPBCH_RP [dBm], RSPBCH_RQ [dB].RSPBCH_CINR [dB], SSB_RSSI, SSB_RP...
  • Page 32 Max. Number of Channels Measurement Rate 100/sec (High Speed Mode); 50/sec (High Dynamic Range Mode) Top N CPICH Dynamic EcIo -26 dB Range Min. Detection Level -120 dBm (High Dynamic Range Mode) Relative Accuracy ±1 dB PCTEL, Inc. Page 32 Rev F...
  • Page 33 ±1 dB over 8 to 25 dB; ±2 dB over 3 to 8 dB, 25 to 30 dB Phase 1 C4FM and Phase 2 RSSI ±1 dB over -118 to -10 dBm HDQPSK Adjacent channel rejection 49 dB PCTEL, Inc. Page 33 Rev F...
  • Page 34 LTE POWER ANALYSIS MEASUREMENTS (Available for TD-LTE Only) Channel Bandwidths 1.4 / 3 / 5 / 10 / 15 / 20 MHz Measurement Rate 20 msec @ 5 MHz Accuracy ±1 dB (across Basic RF Input Power Range) PCTEL, Inc. Page 34 Rev F...
  • Page 35 RF(sub 6GHz, Bluetooth) : SMA Female (50 Ω); GPS: Male (50 Ω) SMB, RF (mmWave): 2.92mm Female Safety (CE) IEC 62368-1 EN 301 489 -1 Shock and Vibration MIL-STD-810G, SAE J1455 RoHS Compliant (6/6) PCTEL, Inc. Page 35 Rev F...

  • Page 36: Appendix B: Nb-Iot Measurements

    Reference Manual 10. Appendix B: NB-IoT Measurements 10.1. NB-IoT: Introduction PCTEL is introducing a new measurement to quantify the KPI metrics of the NB-IoT network. This application note will discuss the new features of this measurement. 10.2. NB-IoT Physical Layer The NB-IoT physical channels can be located as a stand-alone network or they could be part of a standard LTE network in Guard-band and In-Band spectrum.

  • Page 37: Table 3: Nb-Iot In Band

    10, 19, 28, 37, 46, 55, 64, 73, 85, 90, 95 +2.5kHz 4, 9, 14, 19, 24, 29, 34, -82, -73, -64, -55, -46, -37, -28, 39, 44, -19, -10 Table 3: NB-IoT In Band PCTEL, Inc. Page 37 Rev F...

  • Page 38: Table 4: Nb-Iot Guard Band

    -2.5, 2.5, +/- 7.5, -2.5, 2.5, +/- 7.5, - 2.5, 2.5, +/- 7.5 -91, -92, -93, -94, -95, -96, -97, - 2.5, -2.5, -/+ 7.5, 2.5, -2.5, -/+ 7.5, 98, -99 2.5, -2.5, -/+ 7.5 Table 4: NB-IoT Guard Band PCTEL, Inc. Page 38 Rev F...
  • Page 39 Further, PCTEL shall not be liable for incidental, consequential or other damages in connection with the use of this document.

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