EN 55016-1-5:2015/A1:2017

Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and methods - Part 1-5: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus - Antenna calibration sites and reference test sites for 5 MHz to 18 GHz

Anforderungen an Geräte und Einrichtungen sowie Festlegung der Verfahren zur Messung der hochfrequenten Störaussendung (Funkstörungen) und Störfestigkeit - Teil 1-5: Geräte und Einrichtungen zur Messung der hochfrequenten Störaussendung (Funkstörungen) und Störfestigkeit - Messplätze für die Antennenkalibrierung und Referenz-Messplätze für den Frequenzbereich von 5 MHz bis 18 GHz

Spécification des méthodes et des appareils de mesure des perturbations radioélectriques et de l'immunité aux perturbations radioélectriques - Partie 1-5: Appareils de mesure des perturbations radioélectriques et de l'immunité aux perturbations radioélectriques - Emplacements d'étalonnage d'antenne et emplacements d'essai de référence pour la plage comprise entre 5 MHz et 18 GHz

Specifikacija za merilne naprave in metode za merjenje radijskih motenj in odpornosti - 1-5. del: Merilne naprave za merjenje radijskih motenj in odpornosti - Preskuševališča za kalibriranje anten in referenčna preskuševališča za 5 Mhz do 18Mhz - Dopolnilo A1

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 25-May-2017
• Withdrawal Date: 25-May-2020
• ICS: 33.100.10 - Emission
• ICS: 33.100.20 - Immunity
• Technical Committee: CLC/TC 210 - Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• Drafting Committee: IEC/SC CISPR/A - Merjenje radijskih interferenc in statistične metode
• Current Stage: 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
• Start Date: 26-May-2017
• Completion Date: 26-May-2017
• Directive: 2004/108/EC - Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and repealing Directive 89/336/EEC
• Directive: 2004/108/EU - DIRECTIVE 2004/108/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and repealing Directive 89/336/EEC
• Directive: 2014/30/EU - Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility (recast)
• Ref Project: SIST EN 55016-1-5:2015/A1:2017 - Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and methods - Part 1-5: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus - Antenna calibration sites and reference test sites for 5 MHz to 18 GHz

Relations

• Amends: EN 55016-1-5:2015 - Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and methods - Part 1-5: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus - Antenna calibration sites and reference test sites for 5 MHz to 18 GHz
• Effective Date: 25-Jan-2023

Overview

EN 55016-1-5:2015/A1:2017, issued by CLC and harmonized with CISPR 16-1-5:2014/A1:2016, specifies the requirements and procedures for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus, with a specific focus on antenna calibration sites and reference test sites covering the frequency range from 5 MHz to 18 GHz. This European Standard is essential for ensuring the accuracy and consistency of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing environments, supporting both measurement precision and regulatory compliance.

The standard defines the setup parameters, site validation processes, and calibration methodologies necessary to maintain reliable and reproducible measurements for radio disturbance emissions as well as immunity tests. The amendment A1 updates and clarifies key calibration and validation procedures, particularly emphasizing antenna radiation pattern measurements above 1 GHz.

Key Topics

• Antenna calibration sites and reference test site requirements
  Criteria for physical site characteristics, such as site dimensions, ground plane conductivity, and site boundaries, to minimize reflections and ensure repeatable measurement conditions.

• Frequency range focus
  Processes are designed for radio frequencies from 5 MHz to 18 GHz, which covers a broad segment of EMC test needs, including telecommunications, industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) band applications.

• Measurement apparatus and methods
  Detailed specifications of the equipment and methodologies used to characterize antenna performance, including antenna gain, radiation patterns, and site validation parameters.

• Site validation and verification
  Techniques for validating site suitability, including field uniformity checks, antenna factor verification, and site attenuation measurements, to confirm the absence of significant interfering reflections or distortions.

• Update on antenna radiation pattern measurements
  Introduction of new subclauses in amendment A1 specifically provide guidance on validating Fully Anechoic Rooms (FAR) for radiation pattern measurements above 1 GHz, enhancing measurement fidelity in high-frequency bands.

Applications

• EMC laboratories and test facilities
  Ensures that calibration and reference test sites within EMC test labs meet harmonized criteria for testing radio disturbance and immunity measurements, guaranteeing international comparability.

• Antenna manufacturers
  Provides a standardized framework for antenna calibration, essential for product certification, quality control, and compliance with regulatory electromagnetic requirements.

• Telecommunications industry
  Enables precise testing environments for radio and wireless equipment, supporting device certification across global markets that require compliance with EMC standards.

• Regulatory and certification bodies
  Serves as a reference for accrediting test sites and controlling the quality of EMC measurements to assure compliance with relevant European and international EMC directives.

• Research and development
  Supports innovation in antenna and EMC measurement methods by offering detailed methods for site verification, enhancing the integrity of experimental data.

Related Standards

• EN 55016-1-6:2015/A1:2017 – Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and methods, Part 1-6: EMC antenna calibration. Complements Part 1-5 by detailing antenna calibration procedures, especially at higher frequencies.

• CISPR 16 series – The International Special Committee on Radio Interference (CISPR) standards relate broadly to methods and apparatus for radio disturbance and immunity measurements, providing foundational guidelines referenced by EN 55016-1-5.

• IEC 61000 series – Electromagnetic compatibility standards covering immunity and emission tests for electrical and electronic equipment, which rely on precise measurement setups defined in EN 55016-1-5.

• CENELEC standards – European electrotechnical standards harmonizing EMC testing procedures and site validation protocols across member states.

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EN 55016-1-5:2015/A1:2017 plays a critical role in maintaining high fidelity and repeatability in EMC testing environments. By specifying detailed requirements for antenna calibration and reference test sites over a wide frequency range, this standard supports manufacturers, test laboratories, and regulators in the effective assessment of electromagnetic emissions and immunity, fostering reliable product compliance and market access.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and methods -
Part 1-5: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus - Antenna calibration
sites and reference test sites for 5 MHz to 18 GHz
Anforderungen an Geräte und Einrichtungen sowie Festlegung der Verfahren zur
Messung der hochfrequenten Störaussendung (Funkstörungen) und Störfestigkeit - Teil
1-5: Geräte und Einrichtungen zur Messung der hochfrequenten Störaussendung
(Funkstörungen) und Störfestigkeit - Messplätze für die Antennenkalibrierung und
Referenz-Messplätze für den Frequenzbereich von 5 MHz bis 18 GHz
Spécification des méthodes et des appareils de mesure des perturbations
radioélectriques et de l'immunité aux perturbations radioélectriques - Partie 1-5:
Appareils de mesure des perturbations radioélectriques et de l'immunité aux
perturbations radioélectriques - Emplacements d'étalonnage d'antenne et emplacements
d'essai de référence pour la plage comprise entre 5 MHz et 18 GHz
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 55016-1-5:2015/A1:2017
ICS:
17.220.20 0HUMHQMHHOHNWULþQLKLQ Measurement of electrical
PDJQHWQLKYHOLþLQ and magnetic quantities
33.100.20 Imunost Immunity
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 55016-1-5:2015/A1

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
May 2017
ICS 33.100.10; 33.100.20
English Version
Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring
apparatus and methods - Part 1-5: Radio disturbance and
immunity measuring apparatus - Antenna calibration sites and
reference test sites for 5 MHz to 18 GHz
(CISPR 16-1-5:2014/A1:2016)
Spécification des méthodes et des appareils de mesure des Anforderungen an Geräte und Einrichtungen sowie Festlegung
perturbations radioélectriques et de l'immunité aux der Verfahren zur Messung der hochfrequenten
perturbations radioélectriques - Partie 1-5: Appareils de Störaussendung (Funkstörungen) und Störfestigkeit - Teil 1-5:
mesure des perturbations radioélectriques et de l'immunité Geräte und Einrichtungen zur Messung der hochfrequenten
aux perturbations radioélectriques - Emplacements Störaussendung (Funkstörungen) und Störfestigkeit -
d'étalonnage d'antenne et emplacements d'essai de Messplätze für die Antennenkalibrierung und Referenz-
référence pour la plage comprise entre 5 MHz et 18 GHz Messplätze für den Frequenzbereich von 5 MHz bis 18 GHz
(CISPR 16-1-5:2014/A1:2016) (CISPR 16-1-5:2014/A1:2016)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 55016-1-5:2015; it was approved by CENELEC on 2017-01-20. CENELEC
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the
status of a national standard without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC
Management Centre or to any CENELEC member.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the
responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as
the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.

European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
© 2017 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. EN 55016-1-5:2015/A1:2017 E

European foreword
The text of document CISPR/A/1183/FDIS, future CISPR 16-1-5:2014/A1, prepared by CISPR SC A
"Radio-interference measurements and statistical methods" of CISPR "International special committee
on radio interference" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and approved by CENELEC
as EN 55016-1-5:2015/A1:2017.
The following dates ar
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