SNYPER-5G or SNYPER-IoT Graphyte must comply with the regulatory and safety standards of the country in which is used. Siretta Ltd reserves the right to make modifications, additions, and deletions to this document due to typographical errors, inaccurate information, or improvements to the product at any time and without notice.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Table of Contents Copyright Information USB HDD Enable Disclaimer Setup About Introduction Power Off SNYPER-5G and SNYPER-IoT Graphyte features Surveying With The Graphyte SNYPER-5G Vs SNYPER-IoT Comparison Single Survey Characteristics Multiple Cycle Survey (Logging)
IoT products. The SNYPER-5G Graphyte (GL) is designed to survey 5G NR (SA and NSA), LTE, LTE-M, NB-IoT and GSM networks while the SNYPER-IoT Graphyte (GL) is a subset of the SNYPER-5G Graphyte (GL) surveying only the LTE-M, NB-IoT and GSM networks most usually associated with IoT devices.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual SNYPER-5G and SNYPER-IoT Graphyte features » Reports details of all cells on all networks in coverage range What is reported depends on the cellular technology of the cell discovered, » but includes operational parameters such as band, channel frequency, Cell Id, operational frequency, band, RSRP, RSRQ, PCI, TAC and network operator.
5G SA 5G NSA Additionally, the products are visually identified by the colour of the protective rubber bumper attached to the enclosure. The SNYPER-5G Graphyte (GL) has a yellow bumper, the SNYPER-IoT Graphyte (GL) a green bumper. Siretta Ltd sales...
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Characteristics Environmental Operational Temperature Range: -10 to +60 Celsius See note 1 -20 to +60 Celsius up to 1 month See note 1 Storage Temperature Range: -20 to +45 Celsius up to 3 months...
USB-A adapter. Delta 47 Omnidirectional general-purpose antenna (1 with SNYPER-IoT Graphyte (GL), 2 with SNYPER-5G Graphyte (GL)). Oscar 20A LiveSCAN antenna with hand grip. 6. ASMA150A058L13 SMA male to SMA male 1.5m SLL200 extension cable (for use with Oscar 20A LiveSCAN antenna) 7.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Detailed Survey Kit Component Descriptions and Use USB Cable The supplied cable (3) is designed both to provide power to the Graphyte to charge the internal battery, and as a data cable to be able to download survey data from the Graphyte to a PC (or mobile device with USB-C connector supporting USB OTG).
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Tripod stand and clip The tripod stand (7) and clip attachment (8) must be assembled to form a stand that supports the Graphyte while it is surveying. Use of the stand is optional and the Graphyte will work just as well if left on a flat surface or held in the hand.
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Delta 47 general purpose antenna. When using the SNYPER-5G Graphyte (GL) care should be used to connect it to the antenna input being used since one input is for LTE and 5G surveying and the other for GSM/LTE-M/NB-IoT surveying.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Delta 47 General purpose antenna The Delta 47 antenna(s) (4) should be directly connected to the Graphyte by screwing them onto the antenna connector(s). The Delta 47 has a swivel joint that allows the antenna to point in any direction.
Screw the antenna(s) onto the SMA female connector on the top of the Graphyte. For the SNYPER-5G there are two antenna connectors and two black hinged antennas supplied. In this case, a black hinged antenna should be fitted to each connector.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Graphyte USB-C Connector and SIM Card Reader The bottom of the Graphyte has two interfaces on it: 1. USB-C connector. 2. SIM card slot. SIM card slot USB connector USB-C Connector USB connector. This is used for two purposes: 1.
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Fitting a SIM card into a SNYPER-IoT Graphyte is not necessary and serves no purpose. For SNYPER-5G Graphyte owners, if the user wants to be able to detect 5G NSA networks, it is required to fit a 5G enabled SIM into the Graphyte by following the pictures...
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Graphyte Display and Controls Status LED Charge Indication Current Time Main Display Back Button Up, Down, Left, Right OK Button Buttons Power Button Red = USB charging supply attached Green = Battery fully charged...
This is the getting started guide. Users will find step-by-step instructions to become familiarised with the controls of the Graphyte, perform basic surveys and interpret the results. To maximise user experience and unlock the full potential of the product, Siretta recommends reading the entire manual in detail. It comprehensively explores numerous features of the Graphyte, showcasing its capabilities as a powerful cellular network analyser.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Press the ‘OK’ button to access Select the desired survey mode. Check at least one of the the survey tab. available network types to survey. Specify the number of cycles Specify the interval in minutes at...
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual If multiple cycles are selected, The display may dim during Once the survey is completed the display will show when each the process as a power-saving the results are automatically cycle is finished. measure. Pressing any button saved.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Viewing the results on the Graphyte Select an available survey result to access a detailed breakdown or, select ‘Show Summary’ to view a summary of results. Survey data for the strongest The drop down menu at the top LTE cell is shown.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Survey Summary A summarised list of surveyed cells, categorised by signal strength and corresponding network operator. The drop down list presents signal strength in descending order: 85%, 70%, 55%, 40%, 25%, 10%. A count of the cells that fall within that range will be displayed.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Main Menu The main menu serves as the primary navigation hub, offering access to the various features and functionalities of the Graphyte. It is the default landing page upon powering on the device. Survey Perform and capture surveys of the cellular environment as seen by the Graphyte.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Surveying With The Graphyte This section covers in greater detail the survey operational modes of the Graphyte. There are three modes in total. 1. Single Survey - A single, complete survey of the cellular environment as seen by the Graphyte.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Single Survey Single scan can be accessed under the survey tab. » From the Main Menu, select ‘Survey’. » Select the desired survey mode. “All networks” will survey all available network operators in the area, whereas “SIM Operator only”...
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual » Select at least one option from the available network types: » 5G(SA), 5G(NSA), 4G(LTE), 2G(GSM), LTE-M, NB-IoT. » Navigate to cycle selection dropdown menu and choose the option for a single cycle (1 cycle).
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Survey results can be stored as HTML, CSV or CSV log files. Surveys are automatically saved in both HTML and CSV format. As CSV log files are larger they are not auto- generated, and are instead left to the user’ discretion. To generate a CSV log report, select ‘Export Full Log.’...
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Multiple Cycle Survey (Logging) Multi-scan can be accessed under the survey tab. » From the Main Menu, select ‘Survey’. » Select the desired survey mode “All networks” will survey all available network operators in the area, whereas “SIM Operator only”...
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Once the survey has started, a progress screen allows the user to keep track of the ongoing cycle. » Once the survey has completed, select an available survey to access a detailed breakdown, or select ‘Show Summary’ to view a summary of results.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual If at any point, the user wishes to cancel the survey, press the back button. A text box will appear asking if the user would like to save and quit. Press the OK button to confirm.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual LiveSCAN LiveSCAN works by locking the Graphyte to a selected frequency channel (ARFCN/ UARFCN/EARFCN number). Once the Graphyte locks onto a channel, it provides a continuous update of the received signal strength of that cell on a rolling display. To access LiveSCAN, users must first conduct a survey.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual The default LiveSCAN view shows the current signal strength as a percentage(%). The black line represents the actual datapoints measured whilst the blue horizontal line represents the average of all current datapoints plotted on screen. The screen scrolls from right to left, displaying the most recent data on the right.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual USB HDD Enable Connecting a unit to a PC allows users to view survey files. Users may copy the files to their local machine. While surveys can be deleted from the Graphyte using the Although it's possible to delete surveys from the Graphyte using the PC, it's not advisable.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual CSV file The CSV file is formatted as illustrated below. In the given example the CSV file has been opened in Microsoft Excel. To enhance readability, a significant portion of the survey data has been cropped. This file contains the averaged summary of all the cell measurements.
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The GUI is divided into sections. A header, a segment dedicated to survey results categorised by network technology (i.e. NR / LTE / NB-IoT), CloudSURVEY and lastly, a footer. The header displays Siretta’s contact details, the product name and the title of the HTML document. Survey results The user is provided with a comprehensive analysis detailing all the measured parameters observed by the Graphyte.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual CloudSURVEY Clicking on the CloudSURVEY icon will direct the user to the CloudSURVEY Portal; a web-based application that allows users to not only store survey results but, to also view detected cell tower locations on an interactive map.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Footer The footer details relevant information about both the survey and the unit. This includes particulars such as the date & time, survey type, filename and current hardware and software versions within the unit.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Signal Log This feature illustrates the fluctuation in a cell’s signal strength over time. Hovering over a data point reveals additional information: survey number, signal strength, the respective network and its index number (digit in brackets).
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Average signal file This contains the averaged summary of all the cell measurements. Logged CSV file The log.CSV file contains the complete set of logged data. The headers follow the same format as the other CSV file however, it differs in that it contains all the measurements taken during the logging process.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual LiveSCAN saved files If LiveSCAN logs are enabled, the saved file can be found in the same directory as the survey logs. There is no HTML version available for the liveSCAN log, only a CSV file is generated.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Saved Results Menu This menu serves to organise and catalogue the survey history stored on the Graphyte. Each entry is arranged chronologically with the most recent survey presented at the top and the oldest at the bottom.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Viewing survey data The drop-down menu at the top, lists all identified cell towers based on signal strength in descending order. Select an entry then navigate downward to access further details about the cell.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Delete A warning window will appear asking the user to confirm their decision. Press the OK button to delete the survey. 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-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Setup Menu The setup screen, accessible from the main menu, allows user to configure specific functionalities of the Graphyte. This includes making changes to settings such as the language and display brightness. Any changes made take immediate effect once made, eliminating the need to power-cycle the unit.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Power Setup This feature enables the Graphyte to either dim the display or power down the unit after a predefined time period with the intent of extending the device’s battery life. This can be particularly beneficial when conducting multiple surveys without access to a charging supply.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Reset Delete All Surveys This will erase all surveys and files within the internal memory. Please ensure that any files required have been backed up before continuing. A warning window will appear asking the user to confirm their choice, press OK to confirm.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual About Menu The about menu provides build information about the Graphyte. Hardware Version: Hardware information. Software Version: The current software release version operating on the unit. Storage Info (Surveys): This is where surveys are stored locally. It displays the total available internal memory and the percentage of memory used.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual SIM Info Menu This area showcases information related to the inserted SIM card. With a SIM card present in the device, the page will display the IMSI and ICCID; however, in the absence of a SIM card, the page will be inaccessible, and the tab will appear greyed out from the main menu.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Power Off There are two ways to shut down the Graphyte. 1. Press and hold the power button for at least 2 seconds. 2. Power off from the main menu. Following the splash Use the up/down arrow...
Charging will then commence if required and the battery is at a suitable charging temperature. To avoid electrical waste, Siretta like many other companies assume that their customers will have a suitable charging supply available. The supplied USB cable has a dedicated USB-C connector at one end to connect to the Graphyte.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Battery Monitoring The Graphyte incorporates a smart sensor which measures both the current going into and out of the internal battery and its terminal voltage. This circuit allows the Graphyte to accurately estimate and display the remaining battery capacity, accounting for variables such as temperature and discharge rate.
Procedure 1. Download and install the latest version of SirettaSPARK from the Siretta website: https://www.siretta.com/sirettaspark. This tool is required to keep Siretta’s modems and cellular analysers updated with the latest software and firmware. For further information please refer to the SirettaSPARK user manual: https://www.siretta.com/...
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Glossary Term Definition 3GPP 3rd Generation Partnership Project. This organisation publishes all the standards for cellular networks (GSM, LTE, 5G NR and beyond, despite what their name implies). https://www.3gpp.org. ARFCN Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number. This is a GSM technology term (equivalent to EARFCN in LTE and NR-ARFCN in 5G NR).
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Glossary Term Definition EDGE Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution. This is a 2G technology term. A packetized data implementation for the GSM network allowing data rates to 236.8 kBits/sec E-UTRA Evolved UMTS Terrestrial Radio Access. The radio air interface of the 4G LTE network.
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Glossary Term Definition Mobile Network Code. Used in conjunction with the MCC to uniquely identify a network operator. Defined by ITU-T Recommendation E.212. MNVO Mobile Virtual Network Operator. A mobile services operator which does not own...
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SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Glossary Term Definition PLMN Public Land Mobile Network. A PLMN code is the concatenation of the MCC and MNC, resulting in a five or six digit number. RSRP Reference Signals Received Power. This is a 4G and 5G technology term. The measured linear average power over the total power received in the frequency bandwidth of operation as measured at the antenna connector.
SNYPER-5G & SNYPER-IoT Graphyte User Manual Compliance Information FCC Class B Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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