York Reference Source 01
The York Reference Source (YRS01) is a broadband noise and comb source that is capable of producing a continuous noise output from 9 kHz to 1 GHz, or a comb of frequencies within the 5 kHz to 1 GHz range, with step size being selected by the user.
This noise generator enables observation of details over the full spectral range, while the comb generator allows for the reference signal output and noise floor to be viewed simultaneously, and also the frequency accuracy of measurement equipment to be checked.
The YRS01 is compact and battery powered, allowing operation as an electrically small source, which minimises the effect of the YRS01 itself when characterising the electromagnetic environment. The YRS01 is housed in a metal enclosure so that it can be mounted in direct contact with a metal ground plane as may be required by some tests. It is compatible with the CGE battery pack BP01.
The YRS01 is supplied with a 50 Ω N-type output connector for direct connection to conducted measurement systems. An IEC 320 adapter is also available to provide a connection to LISN equipment, as well as an RJ11/RJ14/RJ25/RJ45 adapter for connection to telecoms ISNs, to provide a reference source for conducted emissions setups.
For the radiated operation, antennas can be attached to the unit’s output connector. Two monopole antennas, optimised for different frequency bands, are available.
The YRS01 is an ideal source for carrying out checks on open area test sites (OATS) and anechoic chambers.
Key Features
- Selectable noise or comb output
- Stable output
- 5 kHz to 1 GHz output
- Conducted and radiated options
- Compact and portable
- Battery powered
Features/Applications
Features
- Selectable noise or comb output; flexibility across a range of applications
- Stable output; repeatable measurements
- 5 kHz to 1 GHz output; applications across a broad frequency spectrum
- Conducted and radiated options; evaluation of both conducted and radiated systems
- Compact and portable; comparisons between sites and environments
- Battery powered; no power or interconnecting cables affecting measurements
Applications
- Investigation, characterisation and comparison of different measurement environments such as OATS, FAR or SAC
- Validation and verfication of radiated and conducted measurement system , such as
- Open Area Test Sites (OATS)
- Fully Anechoic Rooms (FAR)
- Semi-Anechoic Chambers (SAC)
- Gigahertz Transverse Electromagnetic (GTEM) cells
- Reference source for
- Daily pre-test checks as required by Quality Managment Systems e.g. ISO17025, DEF STAN 59-411
- Long-term performance monitoring
- Cable position investigation
- Investigation and characterisation of screened room/anechoic room/OATS behaviour
- Characterisation of filter performance
- Cable loss measurements
- Measuring amplifier gain and bandwidth
- Spectrum analyser/receiver pre-check
- Inter-laboratory test programs
- Proficiency test programs
Specifications
Noise Mode
Frequency Range
- 9 kHz to 1 GHz direct connection into 50 Ω system
- 30 MHz to 1 GHz radiated using TLM02 and MON03 monopole antennas
Temperature stability
- <+/-1 dB 9 kHz to 1 GHz, at an ambient temperature of 15 ºC to 30 ºC
- <+/-2.5 dB 9 kHz to 1 GHz, at an ambient temperature of 5 ºC to 40 ºC
Time Stability
- <1 dB (typical over a 12 month period)
Operating time
- 7.5 hours (typical with fully charged batttery pack)
Comb Mode
Frequency Range
- 5 kHz to 1 GHz direct connection into 50 Ω system
- 30 MHz to 1 GHz radiated using TLM02 and MON03 monopole antennas
Comb Signal Step size, Selectable between:
- 10 kHz (5 kHz, 15 kHz, 25 kHz to 3.005 MHz min.)
- 100 kHz (50 kHz, 150 kHz, 250 kHz to 30.05 MHz min.)
- 1 MHz (0.5 MHz, 1.5 MHz, 2.5 MHz to 300.5 MHz min.)
- 5 MHz (2.5 MHz, 7.5 MHz, 12.5 MHz to 1.0025 GHz min.)
Temperature stability
Amplitude
- <+/-0.5 dB 5 kHz to 1 GHz, at an ambient temperature of 15 °C to 30 °C
- <+/-1 dB 5 kHz to 1 GHz, at an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 40 °C
Frequency
- <+/- 0.5 ppm, at an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 40 °C
Time stability
- <1 dB (typical over 12 month period)
- <+/-1 ppm (typical over a 12 month period)
Operating Time
- 8.5 hours (typical with fully charged battery pack)
Other
Output connector
- 50 Ω N-type socket
Dimensions
- 76 mm diameter x 35 mm (56 mm including connector), without battery pack
- 76 mm diameter x 81 mm (102 mm including connector), with battery pack
Weight
- 0.6 kg (including battery)
Power Supply
- 5 V 2 AHr battery pack (order code BP01)
- External input 5.00 V ± 0.25 V, 300 mA (mini-USB type B connector)
Indicators
- Active
- Low battery
Controls
- Rotary switch for mode selection
Kits
Standard Order Kits
YRS01KIT01 – Standard YRS01 reference source kit with antenna
Parts included
- YRS01 reference source
- BP01 – rechargeable battery pack
- MON03 – 200 MHz to 1 GHz (optimum) 270 mm long monopole antenna
YRS01KIT02 – Enhanced YRS01 reference source kit with multiple antennas and LISN adapter
Parts included
- YRS01 reference source
- BP01 – rechargeable battery pack
- TLM02 – 30 MHz to 300 MHz (optimum) 270 mm long top-loaded monopole antenna
- MON03 – 200 MHz to 1 GHz (optimum) 270 mm long monopole antenna
- LSA03 – LISN adapter with IEC 320 style connector
All kits supplied with
- Hard case
- BCH04 universal input battery charger
- CAL16 – 9 kHz to 1 GHz output, power measurement using spectrum analyser
- Manual
Accessorises
MON02 – Telescopic rod antenna
MON03 – 200 MHz to 1 GHz (optimum) 270 mm monopole antenna
TLM01 – 200 MHz to 1 GHz (optimum) 100 mm top-loaded monopole antenna
TLM02 – 30 MHz to 300 MHz (optimum) 270 mm top-loaded monopole antenna
LSA03 – LISN adapter with IEC 320 style connector
NIA01 – ISN adapter with RJ11/RJ14/RJ25/RJ45 style connection
Note: The YRS01 can be supplied as an accessory with the CGE01, CGE02 and CGE03 kits. Details of kit options can be obtained on request from Eurofins York and authorised distributors.
Manufacturer’s Calibrations supplied with the kit
CAL16 Conducted output power
- 9 kHz to 1 GHz, measured using a spectrum analyser. All modes
Typical Output Measurement Graphs
