SeeGull
®
HB
flex
TM
Reference Manual
PCTEL, Inc.
Page 10
Rev F
2. Overview and System
Requirements
This section describes the SeeGull HBflex
scanning receiver, including the applicable
system configuration and software
requirements.
2.1. General Description
The SeeGull HB
flex
is a tool for signal
strength and modulation measurement,
engineered for the rigors of mobile network
testing during planning, installation, and
maintenance of wireless networks.
2.2. Initial Inspection
Upon receipt of the scanning receiver,
inspect the shipping container and verify
that the contents are complete and match
the packing list. The HB
flex
scanning
receiver should look similar to the picture in
. If the contents are incomplete or
the SeeGull HB
flex
scanning receiver
appears damaged, please call the Technical
Support line at (240) 460-8833
.
Figure 1 - SeeGull HBflex Scanning Receiver
2.3. Options
Optional multi-technology measurements
available for the SeeGull HBflex are
described below. These options can be
installed at the time of purchase or later on
as a field-upgradeable option. Please
contact your PCTEL sales or marketing
representative for pricing and delivery
information.
Technologies
The following Technology options are
standard on the 08910 base configuration:
GSM, WCDMA, CDMA, EVDO, TD-LTE,
FD-LTE, Wi-Fi, NR. Other available
technology options include
OP527-FD-LTE-
NB-IOT
LTE (FDD) Narrow Band IoT
Technology Option
OP527-LTE-LAA
LTE-LAA (License Assisted Access)
Technology Option
Enhanced Power Scan (EPS
TM
) Option
(OP608)
EPS Mode provides customizable power
measurements, improving flexibility and
precision over RSSI and Spectrum Analyzer
measurements for highly-tuned analysis of
individual parts of the RF signal. EPS
features include:
▪
Absolute Time Stamp
▪
Auto and Immediate Measurement
Modes
▪
Ability to set both Time and Frequency
parameters
▪
Measure Frequency Spans from 7.5 kHz
to 20 MHz user selectable in multiples of
2.5 kHz
▪
Measures Time Periods from 1 chip (50
µs) to 20,000 chips (1sec)
Spectrum Analyzer Option (OP607)
The built-in Spectrum Analyzer feature
provides an effective means to detect and
troubleshoot frequency-related problems.
Spectrum Analysis is also available as a