The IDA-3106 incorporates a special algorithm for locating unknown sources through horizontal scanning. The device generates a polar diagram showing the origin of signals (pulsed, cyclical, or sporadic) that were previously difficult to locate, such as those generated by radar installations or intermittently used walkie-talkies.
The IDA-3106 records up to 400 individual compressed spectra and displays the signal strength and its variations over time in a color spectrogram. This provides information about the signal type and allows for clear distinction between signals from a multitude of different sources: industrial control equipment with cyclical signals, mobile communication services using frequency hopping, stationary or sporadic transmitters, and so on. A further advantage is the ability to save the spectra as reference traces and display the difference between the current spectrum and the stored spectrum. This allows for immediate identification of deviations caused, for example, by new radiation sources in the communication band or an unusual condition in an industrial plant.
The display, designed for outdoor operation, provides optimal visibility in both bright daylight and darkness.
About the IDA-3106:
The IDA-3106 interference and direction analyzer has been specially designed to identify and locate sources of electromagnetic signals in the areas of communications, security, and many others. In communications, the goal is to find and eliminate interference, regardless of its origin. In security applications, the equipment can be used to locate unknown sources and identify potential hazards. The IDA automatically determines the direction of origin by means of a horizontal sweep and displays the relative angle on a polar diagram. By taking several measurements, it can automatically calculate and display the exact position of the interfering source. If an electronic map is installed, for example, it displays the location of the radiation on the map, just as it would appear on a navigation system. Position determination is based on a GPS receiver in the measuring instrument and an electronic compass in the antenna, which determines direction, elevation, and polarization. There are antennas optimized for different frequency ranges that can be inserted into the equipment, horizontally or vertically.
The IDA-3106 is a small, lightweight device, ideal for on-site work, weighing less than 3 kg, including the battery. The antenna, which is powered through the main unit, weighs less than 1 kg. The rechargeable battery can be changed anywhere without interrupting operations.
