February 9, 2014. AWT Global has launched a new PIM analyzer for TETRA and UHF frequencies: the S1L TETRA MK2 Series. The new PIM analyzers are designed for measuring TETRA and UHF networks in the 400-MHz frequency range. They come with a variety of test modes and capabilities, including field measurement mode, analyzer, multi-PIM display, Rx sweep, PIM vs. time, and single-carrier mode for insertion loss (IL) and coverage measurements. The Distance-to-PIM option is embedded in the system; reconnecting antennas is not required.
“TETRA or TErrestrial Trunked RAdio is used globally by many public-safety organizations, such as police, fire departments, border patrol, coast guard, and many more. It is mandatory that these networks work perfectly. The issue is here not just about a nuisance with low data transfer or dropped calls. Problematic emergency networks may cause people getting hurt and even lives are at stake,” said Wolfgang Damm, president of AWT Global. He added, “TETRA utilizes sophisticated modulation schemes, increasing data transmission rates, but this makes it unfortunately also more susceptible to interferences. Furthermore, TETRA channel frequency configuration may cause cross band intermodulation problems. Both issues make PIM testing of networks paramount.”
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