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Epiq Solutions Epiq PRiSM - User Manual

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Epiq™ PRiSM
RF Sensing Application
USER MANUAL
V2.0.0 - OCTOBER 26, 2022

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Summary

PRISM User Manual

Preparing PRISM

Connect the antenna to the PRISM unit via the SMA port labeled RF1.

Connecting to the Device

Connect the PRISM to PCs, tablets, and smartphones using a USB-C port.

Getting Started with PRISM

Access the PRISM interface by opening a browser and navigating to http://192.168.3.1.

Opening the PCI Scanner

Select the "PCI Survey" option from the initial splash screen.

PCI Scanner Application

Configure, view, and save PCI scanning results organized by technology and frequency band.

Technology Selector

Choose which technology to display in the channel list from the bottom right.

Channel List

Displays discovered channels sorted by number, further divided by frequency band.

Survey Summary

Shows current survey configuration, pass count, and progress.

Stop Current Survey

Press the "Stop" button to discontinue the ongoing survey.

Restart Last Survey

Press the "Restart" button when idle to start a new survey with the last configuration.

Channel Details

Displays detailed information for a selected cellular channel, including decoded PCIs.

Exporting Survey Results

Download scan records for the current survey as individual .csv files.

Survey Configuration

Configure the scanner by selecting presets or manually setting technologies and bands.

Manual Configuration

Enable or disable specific technologies for scanning within the Survey Configuration.

Configuring Bands

Select specific frequency bands within a technology to be scanned.

Survey Presets

Save current survey configurations as presets for later recall.

Importing and Exporting Presets

Manage configurations by exporting to or importing from JSON files.

Licensing

View and update the current license to enable specific technologies.

Configuring GPS

Enable GPS data tagging for exported results by configuring a GPS application.

NetGPS Configuration

Install and configure the NetGPS application for obtaining GPS data.

GPS Status Icon

An icon indicating the current GPS fix state within the PCI Scanner application.

Switching to Spectrum Analyzer

Transition from the PCI Scanner to the Spectrum Analyzer application.

PRISM Spectrum Analyzer

Using the Spectrum Analyzer

Launching the Spectrum Analyzer and establishing a connection to the PRISM unit.

Primary Controls

Always visible parameters showing current radio and spectrum processor configuration.

Spectrum Display

Visual representation of the live spectrum in the frequency domain.

Waterfall Display

Frequency vs. time plot showing historical signal data and power levels.

Sidebar

Panel on the left offering additional information and actions.

Auxiliary Controls

Additional parameters and settings not in Primary Controls, accessible via selectors.

Tuning the Receiver

Adjust the frequency and range of the spectrum view based on the selected signal source.

Receiver Tuning Parameters

Settings for Span, Start, Stop, and Gain to define the viewing range.

Frequency Field Entry

How to edit frequency values, including changing units and applying changes.

Stepping Through Fields

Use arrows or keys to adjust editable values incrementally.

Resolution and Video Bandwidth

RBW for frequency resolution and VBW for smoothing the display.

Receiver Configuration Details

View comprehensive receiver settings via the Additional Information Panel.

Adjusting Spectrum Display: Plot Range

Set the minimum and maximum power values displayed in the Spectrum Plot.

Adjusting Spectrum Display: dB per Division and Offset

Adjust the Y-axis scale (dB/Div) and apply RF loss compensation.

Persistence Settings

Add color-graded persistence to the live spectrum for viewing signal presence.

Charge and Decay Settings

Configure how signal pixels charge and decay based on signal presence.

Waterfall Threshold and Color Theme

Adjust waterfall color range and select different UI color themes.

Pausing and Scrolling Spectrum Display

Temporarily pause live spectrum updates or scroll through historical data.

Using Traces

Trace Types (Current, Min, Max)

Understand current, min-hold, and max-hold traces representing power measurements.

User Traces

Save specific trace instances for later recall and analysis.

Using Markers

Adding a Marker

Place markers on the spectrum plot to identify specific frequencies.

Adding Delta Markers

Create delta markers to measure frequency and power differences between points.

Moving Markers

Drag markers or their deltas to reposition them on the spectrum plot.

Editing Marker Values

Modify the frequency and delta values of existing markers.

Moving Marker to Nearest Peak

Snap markers and their deltas to the nearest signal peaks.

Removing Markers

Delete markers from the spectrum display using various methods.

Centering Receiver on Marker

Tune the receiver to center on a specific marker's frequency.

Switching Back to PCI Scanner

Return to the PCI Scanner application from the spectrum analyzer view.

Appendix A: Software Updates

Software Update via Web Browser

Detailed steps for updating the PRISM software using a web browser interface.

Accessing the Admin Page

How to navigate to the PRISM sensor's Admin page via its IP address.

Logging into the Admin Page

Authenticate to the Admin page using the default username and password.

Uploading the Software Package

Select and upload the software package file through the Admin dashboard.

Waiting for Update Completion

Monitor the software update process, which typically takes several minutes.

Rebooting the PRISM Sensor

Restart the PRISM sensor to apply the software update.

Manual Software Update

Overview of performing software updates manually via command line.

Copying Package File via SCP

Transfer the software package file to the PRISM sensor using the SCP command.

Logging into the PRISM Sensor via SSH

Establish an SSH connection to the PRISM sensor for manual updates.

Installing the Software Package

Install the transferred software package on the PRISM sensor using the opkg command.

Rebooting the PRISM Sensor (SSH)

Reboot the PRISM sensor via SSH after completing the manual installation.

Epiq Solutions Epiq PRiSM Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEpiq Solutions
ModelEpiq PRiSM
CategoryScanner
LanguageEnglish