Mito HQ EMF METER User Manual

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Protecting your health

in a wireless world.

EMF METER

USER MANUAL

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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 elds
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

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(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:

https://mitohq.com/mito-meter-resources/

Drivers available at:

https://mitohq.com/mito-meter-resources/

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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 rst 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
o. 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

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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 dened range. (See specications.)

• LF-M Mode – the detector measures low frequency

magnetic elds

• LF-E Mode – the detector measures low

frequency electric elds.

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

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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 eld
intensity, such as from AC power lines, fuse boxes, and
home appliances.

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

V/m = Volts per meter

This is used to measure the intensity of an electric eld
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
denitions.

• 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 nd 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 elds 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:

https://mitohq.com/mito-meter-resources/

Download the latest version of the Mito Meter software

here:

https://mitohq.com/mito-meter-resources/

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The software downloads as a zip le – Unzip the le

and run the “Monitoring.exe” le. 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:

https://mitohq.com/mito-meter-resources/

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

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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 rmware 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 le by pressing the “Sa ve” 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 le, 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 le.

Save collected data to le.Search for and connect to a

Enter software settings.

Updates the rmware 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 rmware 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:

https://mitohq.com/mito-meter-resources/

If there is a later version available download it to your

computer.

Once you have the le on your local drive: Click the

“Firmware Update” button – you will be prompted to

locate the le you have downloaded.

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Enter the location, on your hard drive, of the le

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

rmware 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.

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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 nd the
device.

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Make sure the sound switch
is in the ON position.

Note: Tones only sound for

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measurements high
enough to activate the
Yellow or Red LEDs.

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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]

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Technical Specications

RF Frequency range: 100MHz to 8GHz

RF measuring range: -60dBm to +5dBm

RF Typical accuracy: ±6 dB

LFM (magnetic eld)
Frequency range:

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

LFM accuracy: 20%

LFE (electric eld)
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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