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USER’S MANUAL
EMF Personal Monitor
WaveMon
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Congratulations for your acquisition of a
Wavecontrol WaveMon.
This Manual provides you with instructions for
using and handling your WaveMon.
Please read this Manual carefully before using
your WaveMon.
Product specications and descriptions in this document depend on the rmware
version and are subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer
Use of the product is controlled exclusively by the product manual (this document)
and the product warranty. Wavecontrol assumes no responsibility or liability of
any kind for errors or omissions in the contents of this document. Although the
information contained herein is correct to the best of Wavecontrol’s knowledge, it is
provided with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness
and without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. Wavecontrol provides all
content in this document “AS IS” and “WITH ALL FAULTS.” No use of this document
or its contents shall be permitted without Wavecontrol’s prior consent.
® Names and Logo are registered trademarks of Wavecontrol, S.L.
Trade names are trademarks of the owners.
© Wavecontrol, S.L. 2018
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Index
1. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ..........................................................5
2. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................6
3. UNPACKING THE DEVICE ......................................................................7
4. FIRST STEPS ............................................................................................8
5. FALL WARNING ........................................................................................9
6. PLACING THE DEVICE ..........................................................................10
7. LOG INTERVAL AND AVERAGE ...........................................................12
8. GPS AND ALTIMETER OPTION ...........................................................12
9. SOFTWARE PC .......................................................................................13
9.1 Installation .....................................................................................13
9.2 Displaying information ...............................................................13
9.3 Parameters ...................................................................................14
9.4 Registration ..................................................................................15
10. BATTERIES ............................................................................................16
10.1 Use ...............................................................................................16
10.2 Charging ......................................................................................16
11. SOFTWARE AND FIRMWARE UPDATES .........................................17
11.1 Updating the WaveMon Reader
(Software for PC) ................................................................................17
11.2 Updating the WaveMon rmware ...........................................17
12. MODELS ................................................................................................18
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13. MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................19
13.1 Cleaning the device ...................................................................19
13.2 Regular recalibration ................................................................19
14. TECHNICAL SPECS ............................................................................ 20
APPENDIX 1. WAVECONTROL INTRANET .......................................... 22
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (DOC) ............................................. 23
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Environmental information
Disposal of your old product:
Your product is designed and manufactured with
high quality materials and components, which
can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is
attached to a product it means the product is
covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Please get informed about the local separate
collection system for electrical and electronic
products.
Please act according to your local rules and
do not dispose of your old products with your
normal household waste. The correct disposal
of your old product will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and
human health.
1. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Review this manual and become familiar with
all the instructions for using and handling your
WaveMon.
Your WaveMon is a portable apparatus
with a rechargeable battery. Before taking any
measurement, make sure that the battery is
sufciently charged for the time that you need for
the measurement. If it is not, recharge the battery
before.
Adjustment, maintenance or repair of the
equipment must be performed only by qualied
personnel. Please get in touch with Wavecontrol
or your sales contact.
The WaveMon is a professional
measurement device that must be calibrated to
ensure that it works properly. Check to make sure
that its calibration is valid at all times.
If you are unsure or need to recalibrate, please
contact your distributor or contact us at
service@wavecontrol.com (see section 13.2).
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Warnings are given based on instantaneous
eld values. However, measurements are taken
continuously and stored in memory to make
it possible to check whether exposure has
exceeded the permitted limits, to what extent,
when and where (geographical position and
altitude).
The information stored in memory can easily be
downloaded to a PC via USB for later processing.
The WaveMon is a personal electromagnetic
eld monitor. Its main function is to monitor the
user’s exposure. For that purpose, it should be
carried close to the body to provide a warning in
the event of overexposure. It may also be placed
in other locations to warn of high eld strength in
areas of special interest that we wish to monitor.
The warning is given by means of audible signals
(beeps), vibration and visible signals (LEDs).
The WaveMon can measure eld strength
continuously and store readings in its internal
memory. It has a capacity to store up to
1,000,000 readings.
2. INTRODUCTION
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3. UNPACKING THE DEVICE
The standard elements are:
• The WaveMon with its mount.
• USB cable.
• USB key.
• Elastic band to fasten the device to your arm.
• Non-elastic band to fasten the device to a
harness.
If any of those components are missing, please
contact your distributor or Wavecontrol at
service@wavecontrol.com.
This section provides instructions for unpacking
the device and inspecting it when it is delivered.
When you receive the device, please check the
box to see if it is damaged in any way. Make a
note of any damage detected before you sign the
delivery note.
Check that you have received all the components
of the WaveMon and its accessories as ordered.
USB cable
USB key
WaveMon + mount
Non-elastic band
Elastic band
Compartment for
accessories and/or
documents (optional)
Figure 1: Case of WaveMon
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4. FIRST STEPS
The WaveMon is an easy-to-use and very
complete electromagnetic eld monitor. To switch
it on, press the ON/OFF button on the front panel.
The device will switch on and go through the
start-up sequence to check that all the warning
systems are working properly and that the
batteries are suitable to run the device.
Mount
Fastening system
Field strength indicator
from 10% to 200% of limit
USB connector
Tripod socket
Opening for securing
ON/OFF button and
status indicator
The sequence is::
• 2 beeps
• vibration for 1 second
• all the LEDs light up.
Figure 2: Parts f the WaveMon
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When it is switched on, the WaveMon will show
the strength of the present electric or magnetic
eld by means of signal lamps. The ambient
eld strength is shown as a percentage of the
regulated limit. The signal lamps show the
maximum levels of the instantaneous electric and
magnetic eld, but the record of both is stored in
memory.
Bear in mind as well that the average eld value,
based upon the instantaneous eld, is stored in
memory to allow analysis of your exposure in
respect of international standards.
Note: the magnetic eld is not available on some
models. See Section 12.
The user can learn the eld strength by observing
the number of blinking lights. Field strength
indication starts when it is over 10% of the
established limit. A colour code is also used so
that the user does not have to focus continually
on the device.
If the eld strength is lower than 50% of the limit,
the lights showing the present eld strength will
blink green. If the eld strength is higher than
50% but lower than 100% of the limit, the lights
showing the present eld strength will blink
orange. When the eld strength is over 100% of
the limit, the lights will blink red.
To ensure that the user is aware of the presence
of a strong eld, the device will also give audible
and vibratory warnings when the threshold
dened by the user is exceeded.
Note: the device will continue measuring and recording
the electromagnetic eld even after a fall is detected.
5. FALL WARNING
The WaveMon is equipped with a fall sensor and
if it detects such an event, the device will begin
beeping until it is switched off. This feature makes
it possible to warn others nearby instantly if
someone carrying a WaveMon falls.
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a. Using the mount
- With the elastic band to fasten it to your
arm.
6. PLACING THE DEVICE
The device is supplied with a mount to which
it may be attached using a quick release
mechanism. The device can be released from its
mount easily with one hand. This can be useful
for checking a potential source of radiation before
approaching it, minimising the risk of exposure.
This can be done simply by holding it in your
outstretched hand or using an extension attached
to the tripod socket if you wish to check from
farther away.
The device can be attached to your body in
several different ways.
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- With the non-elastic band to fasten it to a
safety harness.
- With a belt passed through the mount.
b. In a pocket, detached from the mount.
Important: When working at heights, the opening on
the bottom of the WaveMon can be used to fasten it to
a harness. This is particularly advisable to keep it from
being dropped if the device is to be used without its
mount as mentioned above.
The device can also be attached to a tripod or
a non-conductive extension arm using the ¼
inch socket to detect leakage without having to
approach the potential source.
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Two different log intervals may be dened.
This allows you to dene a different interval for
when the eld strength is low and when the eld
strength is high. Where the eld strength is low,
we do not need to memorise so much negligible
information, saving memory space and battery
life. Where the eld strength is high, however, we
can dene a shorter log interval to have more
relevant information for later processing.
The log interval denes how often a measurement
is stored in memory. This interval does not
affect how the measurement is taken or the
warnings given to the user. The device will always
measure and calculate the average every second,
regardless of the log interval value.
7. LOG INTERVAL AND AVERAGE
8. GPS AND ALTIMETER OPTION
As optional features, the WaveMon can have an
internal GPS receiver and an altimeter so that
each reading can be automatically associated
with a geographical position. The altimeter allows
determination of the relative altitude in respect
of the position where the device was initially
switched on.
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9.2 Displaying information
The rst step is to run the “WaveMon Reader”
program. The main screen will show a picture of
the WaveMon and prompt you to connect it to
your PC via the USB port.
Connect the WaveMon USB to the PC. The
program will detect and start the connection
process as shown below.
Note: You do not need to turn on the device before
connecting the USB.
9. SOFTWARE PC
The WaveMon software is an easy-to-use tool,
with two main functions:
• Displaying and downloading recorded
measurements.
• Conguring the device.
9.1 Installation
The software is available in the USB key in the
box. You can also nd the latest version on
the Wavecontrol intranet (exclusive service
for registered customers, see Section 9 and
Appendix 1).
Before connecting the WaveMon to your PC,
install the WaveMon Reader software by running
the “WaveMon_Setup.msi” le. This will install the
software with the necessary drivers. When the
installation is complete, connect the WaveMon.
Your PC will recognise the WaveMon and nish
installing the drivers automatically.
System requirements:
• Microsoft Windows 7 or later.
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4
(4.5 recommended).
• At least 2 GB RAM.
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9.3 Parameters
You will nd the Parameters menu at the top on
the left (with the WaveMon connected). Clicking
here will open a new window offering access to 4
sections:
First section: Parameters of the device:
• Date of the device: can be synchronised with
the PC by clicking on “sync. with PC”
• Log interval: denes the time interval in
seconds when a reading is stored in memory
• Average interval: time interval in seconds for
calculating an average. Value between 1 and
360 seconds.
• Log interval for high-strength elds: denes
the time interval when a reading is stored in
memory if the eld measured higher than a
given eld value in %.
Note: This value must be higher than 25% and lower
than alarm level 1.
With the device connected, the list of
measurements taken by the WaveMon appears
on the screen. Each measurement contains the
list of measurement points.
When you click on a measurement, the
measurement points are downloaded and the
graph is displayed. You can zoom into the
information by clicking on the graph and selecting
a square.
When a register is fully downloaded to
the computer, it will be available for future
consultation. If you wish to download the same
register again, the software will check whether
the les in the WaveMon and in the computer are
identical before downloading it again.
These les are available in the Windows user’s
folder, in /Wavecontrol/WaveMon_Reader.
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2 3
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Third section: Program parameters
• Date format: used to select the day/month/year
format
• Time format: 12 or 24 hours
• Language: used to select the language. The
program must be rebooted to apply the
changes made.
Fourth section: System information. You can
check the device’s serial number, rmware
version, etc. You can also click on “Copy
information to clipboard” to save all the system
information and send it to your support contact if
necessary.
9.4 Registration
When the software is run and the WaveMon is
connected for the rst time, a pop-up window
will appear allowing you to register with the
Wavecontrol intranet. We strongly recommend
registering, since it will allow you access to
support documents and you will need it for
obtaining free software and rmware updates
(see Section 9 on updates and Appendix 1 on the
intranet).
The device will give an alarm when the eld value
reaches a given level. Two alarm thresholds can
be dened:
• Alarm level 1
• Alarm level 2
Alarm level 2 must be higher than Alarm level 1.
Note: The device vibrates and beeps more noticeably
when Alarm level 2 is reached.
Second section: Updating the rmware for the
device
• Select the .bin le of the new rmware and wait
for the device to be updated. Do not switch the
device off while the rmware is being updated
and make sure that the device has sufcient
battery charge before starting the update.
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10.2 Charging
To charge the WaveMon battery, connect the
WaveMon cable to a USB charger or a computer.
A full charge takes approximately 4 to 5 hours.
The charge takes place in two stages:
• Charge: the WaveMon shows the level
indicators in blue while the batteries are
charging.
• End of charge: the WaveMon shows the level
indicator in green.
Note: We recommend making a full charge at least
once a month to extend the useful life of the batteries.
Note 2: When connected to a computer, the WaveMon
cannot be running the program and charging at
the same time. The procedure is as follows: when
it is connected to a computer, the WaveMon waits
for 3 minutes before going to charge mode, in case
the user wishes to connect the WaveMon to the
computer program and download measurements.
After 3 minutes without detecting the PC program,
the WaveMon switches to battery charge mode. If the
device is in charge mode and you wish to connect the
WaveMon to the computer program, you will need to
disconnect it and then reconnect the USB to have the
program recognise it.
10. BATTERIES
10.1 Use
The WaveMon uses 2 rechargeable AA Ni-Mh
batteries. When it is switched on, the device
indicates the battery charge level: blinking white
means the batteries are charged, blinking red
means the batteries need to be recharged.
If you do not have enough time to recharge the
batteries or if they are defective, they can easily
be replaced by removing the two screws at the
bottom of the device. You will need a cross-head
screwdriver for this.
We recommend replacing the batteries every
2 or 3 years to ensure that the device will work
properly.
Important: Alkaline batteries may be used in
the event of a problem with the rechargeable
batteries, but they can only be used temporarily
until new rechargeable batteries are available. If
you use alkaline batteries, make sure that you do
not put the WaveMon in charge mode, to avoid
possible damage to the batteries and to the
device.
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11. SOFTWARE AND FIRMWARE UPDATES
11.2 Updating the WaveMon rmware
Follow these steps:
1. Update the WaveMon Reader (see previous
point).
2. Run the WaveMon Reader software.
3. Connect the WaveMon to the PC using the
USB cable.
The WaveMon Reader will automatically detect
whether a more recent version of the WaveMon
rmware is available.
4. Click on “Update”.
If the most recent version of the rmware was
delivered to you as a separate le, you can update
it as follows:
• Follow steps 1 to 3,
• then go to Parameters Update rmware and
• select the rmware le that you received.
11.1 Updating the WaveMon Reader
(Software for PC)
You can download the most recent version of
the software from the private area (intranet) of
Wavecontrol’s web page.
Intranet: www.wavecontrol.com, Home Log-in.
Step 1: Registration
You can register in either of the two following ways:
• from www.wavecontrol.com (Home -> Create
an account), or
• when you connect the WaveMon to the
software for the rst time (follow the
instructions on the screen, see section 9.4)
Step 2: Downloading and installation
When you have registered, go to
www.wavecontrol.com Inicio login,
and enter your login and password. You will be
redirected to the download area.
When you reach the downloads page, click on
WaveMon WaveMon software. Download and
install the WaveMon_software.zip le.
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12. MODELS
Part number Model Description
WWM0001 WaveMon Broadband 8-ICN 1 MHz-8 GHz ICNIRP 1998 occupational
WWM0002 WaveMon Broadband 8-FCC 3 MHz-8 GHz FCC occupational
WWM0003 WaveMon Broadband 8-SC6 10 MHz-8 GHz SC6 2015 occupational
WWM0004 WaveMon Broadband 8-EUD 1 MHz-8 GHz EMF Directive 2013/35/EU
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13. Maintenance
The WaveMon requires very little maintenance,
although it should be handled with care, as with
any professional measurement equipment.
Maintenance by the user is limited to the outside
of the device, its connections and management
of regular calibrations. Any maintenance or repair
for which the device needs to be opened must be
carried out by Wavecontrol to avoid invalidating
the warranty.
13.1 Cleaning the device
To avoid damaging the surface, use a soft
antistatic cloth to clean the device.
13.2 Regular recalibration
Wavecontrol recommends that the WaveMon
should be recalibrated every 2 years. This is
strictly a recommendation and it is up to the
owner of the device to decide how often to
recalibrate. That decision may depend on a
number of factors. For example, if the device
is used very frequently, it may be advisable to
recalibrate it more often, as would also be the
case if the device has had any accident that
might make its accuracy questionable, or where
specic regulations require a stipulated regularity
for recalibration, or simply at the request of the
organisation or client for which the device is being
used, among other circumstances.
To recalibrate your equipment, please contact
your local distributor or Wavecontrol at
service@wavecontrol.com. Wavecontrol offers
ISO 17025 accredited calibrations at its LabCal
Wavecontrol laboratory.
We are aware of the importance of recalibration to
the management of your operations. We strive to
offer you the best service in terms of quality, price
and delivery time. If you have a special need, we
will do our best to help you.
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14. Technical specs
Sensor type Isotropic, RMS diode technology
Response Shaped (occupational ICNIRP 1998, FCC, SC6 or European Directive)
Interface 1 button on/off, status and low battery LED
Indicators 6 LEDs + Audio + Vibration
Alarm threshold 2 limits adjustable by user
Connectivity Waterproof USB
Fall detection Yes
Autonomy > 1 months (typical working hours)
Data logger > 1 000 000 events
Logging interval 1 sec to 6 min (adjustable by user)
Averaging interval 1 sec to 6 min (adjustable by user)
Ba tte r y Ty pe 2 x AA NiMH battery rechargeable by USB
Protection IP 54
Temperature -20 / +50 ºC (-4 / +122 ºF)
Size 174 x 42.5 x 33 mm (6.8 x 1.7 x 1.3 ’’)
Weight 190 g (6.7 oz.)
Option GPS and altimeter
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Standard (occupational)
E Field
H eld
Frequency range
(frequency response)
ICNIRP 1998
EMF Directive 2013/35/EU
1 MHz - 8 GHz
(±3,5 dB)
25 MHz - 1 GHz
(±1 dB (30 MHz - 700 MHz)
+0 dB/-2,5 dB (700 MHz - 850 MHz)
+0 dB/-5 dB (850 MHz - 1 GHz))
FCC
(Federal Communications
Commission)
3 MHz-8 GHz
(±3,5 dB)
3 MHz - 1 GHz
(±1 dB (3 MHz - 400 MHz)
±2 dB (400 MHz - 850 MHz)
+0 dB/-4 dB (500 MHz - 1 GHz))
Safety Code 6 (2015) 10 MHz - 8 GHz
(±3,5 dB)
25 MHz - 1 GHz
(±2 dB (30 MHz - 800 MHz)
+0 dB/-5 dB (800 MHz - 1 GHz))
Dynamic range 1-300 % 2 - 300 %
Linearity 0,5 dB (2% - 200%) ± 1 dB (5% - 200%)
Isotopic deviation ±1 dB @ 1 GHz ±1 dB @ 400 MHz
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Appendix 1. Wavecontrol intranet
Wavecontrol provides an exclusive intranet space
for its customers with pertinent information
on its products, such as specication sheets,
application notes, etc.
One of the important things that you can do
via the intranet is keep your WaveMon device
always up to date. Wavecontrol offers you regular
updates of the WaveMon rmware and the
WaveMon Reader software, free of charge. Those
updates may contain:
• Error corrections.
• Operating improvements.
• New features.
You can enter the intranet through the
Wavecontrol web page. You will have to register
with the system through the Home menu:
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (DoC)
Manufacturer: Wavecontrol, S.L.
C/ Pallars, 65-71
08018 Barcelona (Spain)
Object of the declaration:
WaveMon Broadband (Personal EMF Monitor)
The above mentioned product complies with the
essential requirements, which are specied in
the directive 2014/30/EU on the harmonisation
of the laws of the Member States relating to
electromagnetic compatibility.
The product of the declaration described above
is in conformity with the requirements of the
following specications:
Documents-No. and description:
IEC-EN 61326-1:2013
Electrical equipment for measurement, control
and laboratory use.
EN 55011:2016 + A1:2017
Industrial, scientic and medical equipment -
Radio-frequency disturbance characteristics Limits and methods of measurement.
IEC-EN 61000-4-2:2010
Testing and measurement techniques Electrostatic discharge immunity test.
IEC-EN 61000-4-3:2007 + A1:2008 + A2:2011
Testing and measurement techniques- Radiated,
radio-frequency, electromagnetic eld immunity
test.
IEC-EN 61000-4-8:2011
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -- Part 4-8:
Testing and measurement techniques - Power
frequency magnetic eld immunity test.
Barcelona 30th of April 2018
Ernest Cid - CEO
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