Invisible Waves RF Spectrum Analyzer
Nuts About Nets and Kaltman Creations (www.KaltmanCreationsLLC.com) have developed and are now offering a new series of PC-based, RF spectrum analyzers -- specifically designed for the professional audio and video industries. These new analyzers are touted as the world's first, PC-based RF spectrum analyzers which offer automatic charting of open white space (open RF frequency) for use with wireless microphones, in-ear monitors, remote control, security, access control, etc.
We and Kaltman Creations continue to reap the rewards of the well-received Invisible Waves line of RF Spectrum Analyzers. One particular product caught the eye of Mark Frink, Associate Editor of Live Sound International journal, at the InfoComm 2008 trade show. His July "InfoComm Insider" edition lists our IW1800 product as the pick of InfoComm 2008.
"Frink's Favorite is appropriate to the changing RF environment. Mark Kaltman follows the success of his affordable Spectran handheld scanners with the new Invisible Waves IW-1800 scanning spectrum analyzer, a PC-controlled RF scanner with advanced software that inter-leaves frequency scanning for faster response. Intuitive bandwidth and threshold controls simplify investigation of RF 'white spaces.' Transitions to new 700MHz services and elimination of analog TV broadcasts next year magnify this tool's value." (Frink, Mark. "Las Vegas Brings the Heat." Live Sound International July 2008: 30-34.)
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Unique Features
The Invisible Waves model IW1800 is a 100KHz to 1.8GHz, PC-Based RF Spectrum Analyzer. As a PC-based, broad spectrum RF analyzer, the IW1800 touts some unique features that go beyond the bounds of traditional RF analyzers. Though many of these features are well suited for wireless professional audio production and AV integration, the IW1800 is also the perfect tool for general commercial and industrial RF work. Below are a few of the IW1800's more unique features and functions.
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White Space & Frequency Space Finder The White Space Finder is an Open Space, Frequency Finder and Calculator. The user simply defines the open space required (bandwidth), the spacing between adjacent channels (band-guard), and a minimum threshold level. The open spaces are then graphically displayed. It's perfect for locating open frequency space in crowded RF environments, or to help insure proper spacing for frequency coordination. |
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Monitored Frequencies This feature provides priority status monitoring of user specified frequencies. Working completely independent of the sweep functions, Monitored Frequencies allows up to 10 frequencies to be custom labeled and viewed in a bargraph format. The user can assign a specific threshold level in dBm, and anytime the signal falls below that threshold the bargraph level falls and changes color -- from green to red. It's perfect for monitoring important transmitters such as a lead vocalist's, or to keep tabs on wireless guitars and remote control devices. |
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ROI Trace View Region Of Interest (ROI) Trace View is an adaptation of a Zoom function, where the user can have both a standard sweep screen open, and an important Region Of Interest sweep. This feature allows the user to monitor a general broad RF spectrum range and simultaneously monitor a smaller frequency range. It's perfect for general RF analysis where comparative analysis or the ability to have two sweeps active at the same time is required. |
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Heat Map The Heatmap, also called a waterfall graph, provides a color-based visualization of the RF level and activity over time. As signal levels for specific frequencies or frequency ranges increase and decrease, the Heatmap varies its colors. This feature provides a quick glance back into the sweep history to identify aberrations or fluctuation in signal strength levels. |
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Scan Settings Panel The Scan Setting panel allows the user to input specific Start and Stop frequency ranges, and/or a Center Frequency and Span. Based on the frequency span, the user can also choose from a selection of Resolution settings. Selecting the "Enable Peak Scan" enhancement algorithm instructs IW to inspect the results looking for potential peaks and, if any are found, rescans those particular frequencies at a finer resolution in order to obtain a more accurate signal strength reading. Also the control panel provides access to Built-in profiles. |
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Sensitivity Panel The Sensitivity panel allows for the selection of Automatic or Manual Gain Control, RF Input Preamp On/Off and RF Input Attenuation. |
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Scaling Panel The Scaling Threshold setting allows the user to define the scale in dBm. The Scaling control only affects the visual display. Also within the Scaling panel is a Heatmap sensitivity control. |
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White Space Finder Panel The White Space Finder panel allows the user to define a threshold level, at which lesser signals will be ignored and considered non-interference and non-threatening. The user can input the open space required and the spacing between adjacent transmitter locations. |
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Data Recording Control Panel The Data Recording panel features a simple, yet powerful, Data Recorder. Recorded data can be reloaded into the software for future review and analysis. |
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Downloadable Materials:
User Manual 1.7MB PDF document
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