Mito Meter User Manual

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Recharge yourself.

EMF METER

Making the invisible visible.

USER MANUAL

Introduction

The Mito Meter is a compact, simple to use, but
sophisticated, general purpose EMF
(Electromagnetic Field) meter that can measure
EMF intensity from: cell towers, mobile phones,
smart meters, Wi-Fi routers, various cordless
devices, magnetic and electric fields from power
lines, fuse boxes, home appliances and more.

The Mito Meter can also detect spy cameras,
wireless bugs, and other such devices across a
very wide frequency range (see details below).
It was designed, with great care, to assist EMF
sensitive people; allowing them to monitor their
environment during daily activities with a simple
device that may be carried in a pocket or purse.
(Weighing less than 2 ounces, or 50 grams). The
Mito Meter may also be connected to a computer,
making it an invaluable tool in research and tech
environments.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This detector shows the intensity of measurements
using 9 LEDs: Green,Yellow and Red.
(Green = low, Red = high)
These colors are intended as a visual guide , and not
to indicate safe or unsafe readings. Furthermore, this
device is intended to allow non-professionals to
measure EMF levels with a simple, intuitive interface.
Measurements taken for legal or professional use
require special equipment, and trained operators.

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Package Contents

Mito Meter including: 1x LiPo rechargeable

•

battery (installed).

• Mini-USB (1 Meter) cable for charging and

data transfer. Note: This is a non-standard
cable designed especially for use with this
product.

• USB Adaptor (Female) to USB C (Male).

Note: Proprietary software, for use with this
product, is available at:

www.mitometer.com/software

Drivers available at:

www.mitometer.com/software

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Operation

The Mito Meter is a 3-mode detector, these modes are:

• RF - Radio Frequency

• LFM - Low Frequency Magnetic

• LFE - Low Frequency Electric

It is recommended to fully charge the device before
using it for the first time. To do so, use the supplied
mini-USB cable to connect to a USB charger or
computer. During charging, the LED will show RED –
when fully charged the LED will be off. A full charge
should give 8-10 hours of operation.

Note: On activation the meter will perform a quick (3
second) self-test before full operation. This includes:

• Cycling through the LEDs from left to right,

accompanied by a tone. (If the sound is turned ON).

• The device will then check the battery status and

show the charge:

100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20%

Battery level indicators

(During self-test)

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EMF Levels

Charging

(Hidden when
not active)

USB Connection

Turn the meter on with the Power ON/OFF switch.
Use the Mode Switch to select a detection mode:

• RF Mode – the detectors measures radio

frequencies in the defined range. (See
specifications.)

• LF-M Mode – the detector measures low

frequency magnetic fields

• LF-E Mode – the detector measures low

frequency electric fields.

Readings in the Yellow or Red zone, will be
accompanied by a tone; this feature may be disabled
by using the sound on/off switch.

This detector is a peak level detector, which means
that on every update it shows the maximum, or peak
level, detected since the last update. Updates are
recorded approximately 5 times a second for the
LEDs, and twice a second by the PC software.

Note: The Mito Meter is a broadband detector,
meaning it captures all signals from all sources within
the selected mode frequency range at a particular
location. For example: in RF mode, if both a Wi-Fi
router and cell phone transmit at the same time, the
meter will capture both signals and give a combined
result.

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RF

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LFM
LFE

Mode Switch

Power ON/OFF

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Performing Measurements

Switch on the device and select a measurement mode:
There are 9 levels of intensity shown by 9 LEDs: from

GREEN through YELLOW to RED. By matching the LED

reading with the appropriate numbers on the chart,
numerical values can be noted.

The device uses directional antennas for the
measurements, thus it is necessary to carefully rotate
the device in all directions at any location a
measurement is performed. The readings may change
as the device is rotated – the highest reading found is
the correct one.

The RF and LFE antennas are located on the left side
of the device – blocking them with your grip may
reduce the reading. When performing RF and LFE
measurements, the device should be held using the
right hand on the right side of the Meter.

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EMF Levels

Understanding the Readings

mW/m² = Milliwatts per square meter

Used to measure the power density of an RF (Radio
Frequency) source. Use this value when measuring
EMF from: cell towers, smart meters, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth,
cordless phones and microwave ovens.

mG = Milligauss

Used to measure AC (Alternating Current) magnetic
field intensity, such as from AC power lines, fuse
boxes, and home appliances.

Note: This meter cannot detect DC (Direct Current)
magnetic fields, such as those from magnets.

V/m = Volts per meter

This is used to measure the intensity of an electric
field near voltage sources such as power outlets and
power lines.

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Notes on Signal Sources

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Be aware that some EMF sources in the home, such

as cell phones, smart meters, and Wi-Fi emitters (RF
signals), change levels very rapidly due to protocol
definitions.

• Cell phones will adjust their levels based on the

signal strength from the cell tower and any
intervening obstacles to that signal.

• Smart-meters often send very fast signal bursts

every few seconds. And Wi-Fi routers adjust signal
strength based on the transfer load.

• LFM and LFE sources are usually more consistent,

but, as with RF signals, the device must be rotated
to all directions to find the highest, and most
accurate, reading.

• Also, Users should be aware that measuring too

close to a transmitter will reduce the accuracy of
the measurement considerably. (Further reading on

the topic of near and far fields is advisable, and not
covered here.)

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Using and Installing the Software

The Mito Meter software (which is a download) can be

used to record and view readings from the Meter once

it is connected to a PC using the supplied mini-USB

cable.

Files are saved in CSV format, and can be imported into

Microsoft Excel or other similar software.

Before connecting the device to your PC and using the

software, it will be necessary to download and install the

correct drivers for this device.

Download these drivers at:

www.mitometer.com/software

Download the latest version of the Mito Meter software

here:

www.mitometer.com/software

The software downloads as a zip file – Unzip the file

and run the “Monitoring.exe” file. No installation is

required.

Supported OS: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1

and Windows 10.

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Driver Installation

Download the drivers from:

www.mitometer.com/software

Open the download and start the installation by
following the on-screen instructions. (See graphic)
Once installed, no further action is required.

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DOWNLOAD AND OPEN

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FILE:

1.

Accept by clicking ‘Yes’.

2.

3.

Follow instructions to install
the Driver.

4.

Accept and install.

Firmware Installation

Using the Software

Connect the meter to a PC using the special mini-USB

cable supplied, and power ON.

• On your PC: Open the Mito Meter application. Make

sure the Meter is turned on, and that it is connected
to the PC via the supplied USB cable. Now ‘click’ the
“Search device” button. The software will locate the
device, and, once found, will show the device, along
with the model name and firmware version at the top
of the application window. Once connected, it is
possible to start capturing data.

• Press the “Start Recording” button to capture

real-time data from the device. The device updates
readings twice a second, using the peak value for
that time segment.

• To stop the capture, press the “Stop Recording”

button.

• Data may be saved to a file by pressing the “Save”

button; choose a location on your hard drive and
press Save.

• Recorded data may be viewed by either: Pressing the

“Open” button and navigating to a saved file, or by

left-clicking in the graph area on the screen.

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compatible device via the
COM port on your computer.

Starts data collection from
the device.

(This button will only work if a
compatible device is connected.)

Stops data collection from
the device.

Save collected data to file.

Save collected data to file.Search for and connect to a

Enter software settings.

Updates the firmware on the
device.

Application Window
Features and Controls

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Firmware Updates

Firmware, is software installed on the Meter. It is

important to check that the version on the Meter is

up to date.

The current firmware on the device will be shown at

the top of the application window once the device is

connected:

Firmware Version

Go to our website to check for the latest release at:

www.mitometer.com/software

If there is a later version available download it to your

computer.

Once you have the file on your local drive: Click the

“Firmware Update” button – you will be prompted to

locate the file you have downloaded.

Enter the location, on your hard drive, of the file

that you have downloaded, and click “Upload.” The

firmware on your device will be updated.

Note: The Meter must be connected to the computer

via the USB cable.

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Troubleshooting

Question: Answer:

Mito
Meter

The device
does not turn
on when not
connected to
the USB.

•

The battery is not
charged. Connect the
device to a power
source with the USB
cable, and allow to
charge for several hours.

Mito
Meter

Soft­ware

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No tones from
meter

The software
cannot find
the device.

•

Make sure the sound
switch is in the ON
position.

•

Note: Tones only sound
for measurements high
enough to activate the
Yellow or Red LEDs.

•

Make sure the device is
turned on.

•

Make sure to use the
correct USB cable.

(The cable supplied is of
special design – regular
mini-USB cables will not
function correctly).

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Maintenance

Always keep the device away from excessive heat or
humidity.
Note: Please remember to follow local ordinances
regarding disposal of electronic equipment.

Warranty

The Mito Meter comes with a 1 year limited warranty.
For more information, or to contact us, please email
to: [email protected]

Technical Specifications

RF Frequency range: 100MHz to 8GHz

RF measuring range: -60dBm to +5dBm

RF Typical accuracy: ±6 dB

LFM (magnetic field)
Frequency range:

LFM measuring range: 0mG to 50mG with 0.1mG

LFM accuracy: 20%

LFE (electric field)
Frequency range:

LFE measuring range: 2v/m to 1000v/m

LFE accuracy: 25%

Display: Sampling rate:

50Hz to 10KHz

resolution

50Hz-50KHz

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Sampling rate:

20,000/sec (updates 5 times
a second on the LEDs / 2

times a second for USB
data)

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