IEC 61000-4-3:2006+AMD1:2007 CSV

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-3: Testing and measurement techniques - Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test

IEC 61000-4-3:2006 is applicable to the immunity requirements of electrical and electronic equipment to radiated electromagnetic energy. It establishes test levels and the required test procedures. The object of this standard is to establish a common reference for evaluating the immunity of electrical and electronic equipment when subjected to radiated, radio-frequency electromagnetic fields. The test method documented in this part of IEC 61000 describes a consistent method to assess the immunity of an equipment or system against a defined phenomenon. This part deals with immunity tests related to the protection against RF electromagnetic fields from any source. Particular considerations are devoted to the protection against radio-frequency emissions from digital radiotelephones and other RF emitting devices. This standard is an independent test method. Other test methods may not be used as substitutes for claiming compliance with this standard. This consolidated version consists of the third edition (2006) and its amendment 1 (2007). Therefore, no need to order amendment in addition to this publication. It has the status of a basic EMC publication in accordance with IEC Guide 107.

Compatibilité électromagnétique (CEM) - Partie 4-3: Techniques d'essai et de mesure - Essai d'immunité aux champs électromagnétiques rayonnés aux fréquences radioélectriques

La CEI 61000-4-3:2006 traite de l'immunité des matériels électriques et électroniques à l'énergie électromagnétique rayonnée. Elle définit les niveaux d'essai et les procédures d'essai nécessaires. Cette norme a pour objet d'établir une référence commune d'évaluation des performances des matériels électriques et électroniques soumis à des champs électromagnétiques aux fréquences radioélectriques. La méthode d'essai documentée dans cette partie de la CEI 61000 décrit une méthode cohérente afin d'évaluer l'immunité d'un équipement ou d'un système vis-à-vis d'un phénomène défini. La présente partie traite des essais d'immunité relatifs à la protection contre les champs électromagnétiques RF de quelque source qu'ils soient. Des considérations particulières sont consacrées à la protection contre les émissions aux fréquences radioélectriques des radiotéléphones numériques et d'autres dispositifs d'émission RF. La présente norme constitue une méthode d'essai indépendante. D'autres méthodes d'essai ne peuvent pas être utilisées comme substituts, pour revendiquer la conformité avec cette norme.  Cette version consolidée comprend la troisième édition (2006) et son amendement 1 (2007). Il n'est donc pas nécessaire de commander l'amendement avec cette publication. Elle a le statut de publication fondamentale en CEM en accord avec le Guide 107 de la CEI.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 13-Apr-2008
• ICS: 17.140.50 - Electroacoustics
• ICS: 33.100.20 - Immunity
• Technical Committee: SC 77B - High frequency phenomena
• Current Stage: DELPUB - Deleted Publication
• Completion Date: 08-Sep-2020

Overview

IEC 61000-4-3:2006+A1:2007, published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), is a fundamental standard under the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) framework. This standard specifies testing and measurement techniques for evaluating the immunity of electrical and electronic equipment against radiated, radio-frequency electromagnetic fields. Its primary goal is to establish a common reference method for assessing device performance and resilience when exposed to electromagnetic disturbances caused by RF fields.

As a basic EMC publication, IEC 61000-4-3 outlines essential immunity requirements and standardizes test procedures to ensure that equipment operates reliably without degradation in environments with radiated electromagnetic interference. It addresses immunity against electromagnetic emissions from various sources, including digital radiotelephones and other radio-frequency emitting devices, offering a clear, reproducible testing methodology critical for compliance and product certification.

Key Topics

• Immunity Requirements: Defines test levels relating to general equipment protection and specific conditions to counter RF emissions from digital radio telephones and similar devices.
• Test Equipment and Calibration: Detailed methods for the calibration of field strength and verification procedures to confirm the reliability and saturation limits of test system components, including amplifiers.
• Test Setup: Recommendations for different equipment arrangements such as table-top, floor-standing, and human body-mounted setups, ensuring consistent and replicable testing conditions.
• Test Procedures: Step-by-step guidance on the execution of electromagnetic immunity tests under controlled laboratory reference conditions.
• Evaluation and Reporting: Criteria for interpreting test results and generating comprehensive, standardized test reports.
• Annexes: Extensive supplementary information on related subject matter, such as rationale for modulation choices, antenna types, anechoic chamber usage, amplifier non-linearity, and alternative illumination methods for frequencies above 1 GHz.

Applications

IEC 61000-4-3 is crucial for manufacturers, testing laboratories, and compliance officers in the electrical and electronics industries involved in:

• Product Development: Designing and validating products to withstand electromagnetic disturbances and meet EMC immunity requirements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrating conformity with international EMC regulations to access global markets and ensure legal product deployment.
• Quality Assurance: Implementing repeatable and standardized immunity tests to maintain consistent product performance and reduce field failures.
• Telecommunications Equipment Testing: Assessing the resilience of devices exposed to RF fields, especially telecommunications devices that emit or receive radio-frequency signals.
• Industrial and Medical Devices: Ensuring sensitive equipment operates reliably in environments with potential electromagnetic interference, safeguarding functionality and safety.

Related Standards

For comprehensive EMC compliance and testing, IEC 61000-4-3 is often used alongside other standards, including:

• IEC 61000-4 Series: Additional parts of the EMC testing and measurement technique standards that address different immunity and disturbance phenomena.
• IEC 61000-6 Series: Standards covering generic immunity levels for various environments such as industrial, residential, and commercial.
• IEC 60529: Protection degrees (IP code) related to enclosures that may interface with EMC testing requirements.
• CISPR Standards: For emission testing complementing immunity standards like IEC 61000-4-3.
• ISO and IEEE EMC Standards: Relevant where combined mechanical, environmental, and electromagnetic testing is necessary.

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By adhering to IEC 61000-4-3:2006+A1:2007, stakeholders benefit from a robust, internationally recognized framework that harmonizes radiated electromagnetic field immunity testing-key to achieving reliable, market-ready electrical and electronic products.

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IEC 61000-4-3
Edition 3.1 2008-04
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
BASIC EMC PUBLICATION
PUBLICATION FONDAMENTALE EN CEM
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) –
Part 4-3: Testing and measurement techniques – Radiated, radio-frequency,
electromagnetic field immunity test

Compatibilité électromagnétique (CEM) –
Partie 4-3: Techniques d'essai et de mesure – Essai d'immunité aux champs
électromagnétiques rayonnés aux fréquences radioélectriques

IEC 61000-4-3:2006+A1:2007
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IEC 61000-4-3
Edition 3.1 2008-04
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
BASIC EMC PUBLICATION
PUBLICATION FONDAMENTALE EN CEM
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) –
Part 4-3: Testing and measurement techniques – Radiated, radio-frequency,
electromagnetic field immunity test

Compatibilité électromagnétique (CEM) –
Partie 4-3: Techniques d'essai et de mesure – Essai d'immunité aux champs
électromagnétiques rayonnés aux fréquences radioélectriques

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CR
CODE PRIX
ICS 33.100.20 ISBN 2-8318-9550-2

Publication IEC 61000-4-3 (Edition 3.0 – 2008) I-SH 01

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-3: Testing and measurement
techniques – Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic
field immunity test
INTERPRETATION SHEET 1
This interpretation sheet has been prepared by SC 77B: High frequency phenomena, of IEC
technical committee 77: Electromagnetic compatibility.
The text of this interpretation sheet is based on the following documents:
ISH Report on voting
77B/568/ISH 77B/573/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this interpretation sheet can be found in the
report on voting indicated in the above table.
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IEC 61000-4-3 contains quick checks embedded in the field calibration process (subclause
6.2), in which the operator tests whether the amplifier is able to produce the desired RF power
without saturation.
Step j) of the calibration process as per 6.2.1 describes this check for the constant field
strength calibration method:
j) Confirm that the test system (e.g. the power amplifier) is not in saturation. Assuming
that E has been chosen as 1,8 times E, perform the following procedure at each
C t
calibration frequency:
j-1) Decrease the output from the signal generator by 5,1 dB from the level needed to
establish a forward power of P , as determined in the above steps (-5,1 dB is the same
C
as E /1,8);
C
j-2) Record the new forward power delivered to the antenna;

j-3) Subtract the forward power measured in step j-2 from P . If the difference is between
C
3,1 and 5,1 dB, then the amplifier is not saturated and the test system sufficient for
testing. If the difference is less than 3,1 dB, then the amplifier is saturated and is not
suitable for testing.
The corresponding check within the constant power calibration method as per 6.2.2 is defined
as step m):
m) Confirm that the test system (e. g. the power amplifier) is not in saturation. Assuming
that E has been chosen as 1,8 times E, perform the following procedure at each
C t
calibration frequency:
m-1) Decrease the output from the signal generator by 5,1 dB from the level needed to
establish a forward power of P , as determined in the above steps (-5,1 dB is the same
C
as E /1,8);
C
- 2 -
m-2) Record the new forward power delivered to the antenna;

m-3) Subtract the forward power measured in step m-2 from P . If the difference is between
C
3,1 dB and 5,1 dB, then the amplifier is not saturated and the test system is sufficient
for testing. If the difference is less than 3,1 dB, then the amplifier is saturated and is not
suitable for testing.
Some amplifiers show deviations of more than 5,1 dB without causing any problems during
testing. That behaviour is caused by their special functional principle (above all travelling
wave tube amplifiers). Figures 1 and 2 show some measurement results obtained from a
semiconductor amplifier as well as from a TWT amplifier.
The text described in j-3, respectively m-3, unfortunately gives no clear answers on the
usability of these amplifiers.
th
After discussion at the 20 meeting of SC 77B/WG 10 on October, 22 - 26, 2007, the experts
of WG 10 unanimously expressed their opinion that j-3 and m-3 are to be interpreted such that
amplifiers showing a deviation of more than 5,1 dB are suitable for testing. E.g. the amplifiers
having a characteristic as shown in Figures 1 and 2 can be used to perform tests according to
IEC 61000-4-3.
1 000 1 100 1 200 1 300 1 400 1 500 1 600 1 700 1 800
Frequency  (MHz)
IEC  1342/08
Target field strength is 30 V/m.
Figure 1 – Deviation as defined in step j-3 for a 200 W TWT-amplifier

Deviation  (dB)
- 3 -
7,5
7,0
6,5
6,0
5,5
5,0
4,5
4,0
3,5
3,0
2,5
80 100 200 300 400 500 800 1 000
Frequency  (MHz)
IEC  1343/08
Figure 2 – Deviation as defined in step j-3 for a semiconductor amplifier

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August 2008
Amplifier saturation
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.4
INTRODUCTION.6
1 Scope and object.7
2 Normative references .7
3 Terms and definitions .8
4 General .11
5 Test levels.11
5.1 Test levels related to general purposes .12
5.2 Test levels related to the protection against RF emissions from digital radio
telephones and other RF emitting devices .12
6 Test equipment.13
6.1 Description of the test facility .13
6.2 Calibration of field .14
7 Test setup .19
7.1 Arrangement of table-top equipment.19
7.2 Arrangement of floor-standing equipment .19
7.3 Arrangement of wiring .20
7.4 Arrangement of human body-mounted equipment.20
8 Test procedure .20
8.1 Laboratory reference conditions .20
8.2 Execution of the test.21
9 Evaluation of test results .22
10 Test report.22

Annex A (informative) Rationale for the choice of modulation for tests related to the
protection against RF emissions from digital radio telephones .31
Annex B (informative) Field generating antennas .36
Annex C (informative) Use of anechoic chambers .37
Annex D (informative) Amplifier non-linearity and example for the calibration
procedure according to 6.2 .40
Annex E (informative) Guidance for product committees on the selection of test levels .45
Annex F (informative) Selection of test methods .48
Annex G (informative) Description of the environment.49
Annex H (normative) Alternative illumination method for frequencies above 1 GHz

(“independent windows method”) .54
Annex I (informative) Calibration method for E-field probes.57

Figure 1 – Definition of the test level and the waveshapes occurring at the output of
the signal generator .24
Figure 2 – Example of suitable test facility .25
Figure 3 – Calibration of field.26
Figure 4 – Calibration of field, dimensions of the uniform field area .27
Figure 5 – Example of test setup for floor-standing equipment .28
Figure 6 – Example of test setup for table-top equipment.29
Figure 7 – Measuring setup .30

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Figure C.1 − Multiple reflections in an existing small anechoic chamber.38
Figure C.2 − Most of the reflected waves are eliminated .39
Figure D.1 − Measuring positions of the uniform field area.42
Figure H.1 – Examples of division of the calibration area into 0,5 m × 0,5 m windows .55
Figure H.2 – Example of illumination of successive windows.56
Figure I.1 – Example of linearity for probe .60
Figure I.2 – Setup for measuring net power to a transmitting device .62
Figure I.3 – Test setup for chamber validation test.64
Figure I.4 – Detail for measurement position ΔL.64
Figure I.5 – Example of data adjustment .65
Figure I.6 – Example of the test layout for antenna and probe.66
Figure I.7 – Test setup for chamber validation test.67
Figure I.8 – Example alternative chamber validation data .67
Figure I.9 – Field probe calibration layout .68
Figure I.10 – Field probe calibration layout (Top view) .68
Figure I.11 – Cross-sectional view of a waveguide chamber .70

Table 1 – Test levels related to general purpose, digital radio telephones and other RF
emitting devices.11
Table 2 – Requirements for uniform field area for application of full illumination, partial
illumination and independent windows method.15
Table A.1 − Comparison of modulation methods .32
Table A.2 − Relative interference levels .33
Table A.3 − Relative immunity levels.34
Table D.1 – Forward power values measured according to the constant field strength
calibration method .43
Table D.2 – Forward power values sorted according to rising value and evaluation of
the measuring result .43
Table D.3 – Forward power and field strength values measured according to the
constant power calibration method.44
Table D.4 – Field strength values sorted according to rising value and evaluation of the
measuring result .44
Table E.1 – Examples of test levels, associated protection distances and suggested
performance criteria.47
Table G.1 – Mobile and portable units.51
Table G.2 – Base stations.52
Table G.3 – Other RF devices.53
Table I.1 – Calibration field strength level .58
Table I.2 – Example for the probe linearity check.59

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ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC) –

Part 4-3: Testing and measurement techniques –
Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test

FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 61000-4-3 has been prepared by subcommittee 77B: High
frequency phenomenon, of IEC technical committee 77: Electromagnetic compatibility.
It forms part 4-3 of IEC 61000. It has the status of a basic EMC publication in accordance with
IEC Guide 107, Electromagnetic compatibility – Guide to the drafting of electromagnetic
compatibility publications.
The test frequency range may be extended up to 6 GHz to take account of new services. The
calibration of the field as well as the checking of power amplifier linearity of the immunity
chain are specified.
This consolidated version of IEC 61000-4-3 consists of the third edition (2006) [documents
77B/485/FDIS and 77B/500/RVD] and its amendment 1 (2007) [documents 77B/546/FDIS and
77B/556/RVD].
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The technical content is therefore identical to the base edition and its amendment and has
been prepared for user convenience.
It bears the edition number 3.1.
A vertical line in the margin shows where the base publication has been modified by
amendment 1.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site under
"http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to the specific publication. At this date,
the publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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INTRODUCTION
This standard is part of the IEC 61000 series, according to the following structure:
Part 1: General
General considerations (introduction, fundamental principles)
Definitions, terminology
Part 2: Environment
Description of the environment
Classification of the environment
Compatibility levels
Part 3: Limits
Emission limits
Immunity limits (in so far as they do not fall under the responsibility of the product committees)
Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques
Measurement techniques
Testing techniques
Part 5: Installation and mitigation guidelines
Installation guidelines
Mitigation methods and devices
Part 6: Generic standards
Part 9: Miscellaneous
Each part is further subdivided into several parts, published either as international standards
or as technical specifications or technical reports, some of which have already been published
as sections. Others will be published with the part number followed by a dash and a second
number identifying the subdivision (example: 61000-6-1).
This part is an International Standard which gives immunity requirements and test procedures
related to radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic fields.

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Part 4-3: Testing and measurement techniques –
Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test

1 Scope and object
This part of IEC 61000 is applicable to the immunity requirements of electrical and electronic
equipment to radiated electromagnetic energy. It establishes test levels and the required test
procedures.
The object of this standard is to establish a common reference for evaluating the immunity of
electrical and electronic equipment when subjected to radiated, radio-frequency electro-
magnetic fields. The test method documented in this part of IEC 61000 describes a consistent
method to assess the immunity of an equipment or system against a defined phenomenon.
NOTE 1 As described in IEC Guide 107, this is a basic EMC publication for use by product committees of the IEC.
As also stated in Guide 107, the IEC product committees are responsible for determining whether this immunity
test standard should be applied or not, and if applied, they are responsible for determining the appropriate test
levels and performance criteria. TC 77 and its sub-committees are prepared to co-operate with product committees
in the evaluation of the value of particular immunity tests for their products.
This part deals with immunity tests related to the protection against RF electromagnetic fields
from any source.
Particular considerations are devoted to the protection against radio-frequency emissions
from digital radiotelephones and other RF emitting devices.
NOTE 2 Test methods are defined in this part for evaluating the effect that electromagnetic radiation has on the
equipment concerned. The simulation and measurement of electromagnetic radiation is not adequately exact for
quantitative determination of effects. The test methods defined are structured for the primary objective of
establishing adequate repeatability of results at various test facilities for qualitative analysis of effects.
This standard is an independent test method. Other test methods may not be used as
substitutes for claiming compliance with this standard.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition
of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
IEC 60050(161), International Electrotechnical Vocabulary (IEV) – Chapter 161: Electro-
magnetic compatibility
IEC 61000-4-6, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-6: Testing and measurement
techniques – Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields

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3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this part of IEC 61000, the following definitions, together with those in
IEC 60050(161) apply.
3.1
amplitude modulation
process by which the amplitude of a carrier wave is varied following a specified law
3.2
anechoic chamber
shielded enclosure which is lined with radio-frequency absorbers to reduce reflections from
the internal surfaces
3.2.1
fully anechoic chamber
shielded enclosure whose internal surfaces are totally lined with anechoic material
3.2.2
semi-anechoic chamber
shielded enclosure where all internal surfaces are covered with anechoic material with the
exception of the floor, which shall be reflective (ground plane)
3.2.3
modified semi-anechoic chamber
semi-anechoic chamber which has additional absorbers installed on the ground plane
3.3
antenna
transducer which either emits radio-frequency power into space from a signal source or
intercepts an arriving electromagnetic field, converting it into an electrical signal
3.4
balun
device for transforming an unbalanced voltage to a balanced voltage or vice versa
[IEV 161-04-34]
3.5
continuous waves (CW)
electromagnetic waves, the successive oscillations of which are identical under steady-state
conditions, which can be interrupted or modulated to convey information
3.6
electromagnetic (EM) wave
radiant energy produced by the oscillation of an electric charge characterized by oscillation of
the electric and magnetic fields
3.7
far field
region where the power flux density from an antenna approximately obeys an inverse square
law of the distance.
For a dipole this corresponds to distances greater than λ/2π, where λ is the wavelength of the
radiation
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3.8
field strength
The term "field strength" is applied only to measurements made in the far field. The
measurement may be of either the electric or the magnetic component of the field and may be
expressed as V/m, A/m or W/m ; any one of these may be converted into the others.
NOTE For measurements made in the near field, the term "electric field strength" or "magnetic field strength" is
used according to whether the resultant electric or magnetic field, respectively, is measured. In this field region,
the relationship between the electric and magnetic field strength and distance is complex and difficult to predict,
being dependent on the specific configuration involved. Inasmuch as it is not generally feasible to determine the
time and space phase relationship of the various components of the complex field, the power flux density of the
field is similarly indeterminate.
3.9
frequency band
continuous range of frequencies extending between two limits
3.10
E
c
field strength applied for calibration
3.11
E
t
carrier field strength applied for testing
3.12
full illumination
test method in which the EUT face being tested fits completely within the UFA (Uniform Field
Area).
This test method may be applied for all test frequencies
3.13
human body-mounted equipment
equipment which is intended for use when attached to or held in close proximity to the human
body.
This term includes hand-held devices which are carried by people while in operation (e.g.
pocket devices) as well as electronic aid devices and implants
3.14
independent windows method
test method (using 0,5 m × 0,5 m UFA) in which the EUT face being tested does not fit
completely within the UFA.
This test method may be applied for test frequencies greater than 1 GHz
3.15
induction field
λ/2π, where λ is the
predominant electric and/or magnetic field existing at a distance d <
wavelength, and the physical dimensions of the source are much smaller than distance d
3.16
intentional RF emitting device
device which radiates (transmits) an electromagnetic field intentionally. Examples include
digital mobile telephones and other radio devices

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3.17
isotropic
having properties of equal values in all directions
3.18
maximum RMS value
highest short-term RMS value of a modulated RF signal during an observation time of one
modulation period.
The short-term RMS is evaluated over a single carrier cycle. For example, in Figure 1b), the
maximum RMS voltage is:
V = V / (2 × 2 ) = 1,8 V
maximum RMS p-p
3.19
non-constant envelope modulation
RF modulation schemes in which the amplitude of the carrier wave varies slowly in time
compared with the period of the carrier itself. Examples include conventional amplitude
modulation and TDMA
3.20
Pc
forward power needed to establish the calibration field strength
3.21
partial illumination
test method (using a minimum sized UFA of 1,5 × 1,5 m) in which the EUT face being tested
does not fit completely within the UFA.
This test method may be applied for all test frequencies.
3.22
polarization
orientation of the electric field vector of a radiated field
3.23
shielded enclosure
screened or solid metal housing designed expressly for the purpose of isolating the internal
from the external electromagnetic environment. The purpose is to prevent outside ambient
electromagnetic fields from causing performance degradation and to prevent emission from
causing interference to outside activities
3.24
sweep
continuous or incremental traverse over a range of frequencies
3.25
TDMA (time division multiple access)
time multiplexing modulation scheme which places several communication channels on the
same carrier wave at an allocated frequency. Each channel is assigned a time slot during
which, if the channel is active, the information is transmitted as a pulse of RF power. If the
channel is not active no pulse is transmitted, thus the carrier envelope is not constant. During
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transceiver
combination of radio transmitting and receiving equipment in a common housing
3.27
uniform field area (UFA)
hypothetical vertical plane of the field calibration in which variations are acceptably small.
The purpose of field calibration is to ensure the validity of the test result. See 6.2
4 General
Most electronic equipment is, in some manner, affected by electromagnetic radiation. This
radiation is frequently generated by such general purpose sources as the small hand-held
radio transceivers that are used by operating, maintenance and security personnel, fixed-
station radio and television transmitters, vehicle radio transmitters, and various industrial
electromagnetic sources.
In recent years there has been a significant increase in the use of radio telephones and other
RF emitting devices operating at frequencies between 0,8 GHz and 6 GHz. Many of these
services use modulation techniques with a non-constant envelope (e.g. TDMA). See 5.2.
In addition to electromagnetic energy deliberately generated, there is also radiation caused by
devices such as welders, thyristors, fluorescent lights, switches operating inductive loads, etc.
For the most part, this interference manifests itself as conducted electrical interference and,
as such, is dealt with in other parts of the IEC 61000-4 standard series. Methods employed to
prevent effects from electromagnetic fields will normally also reduce the effects from these
sources.
The electromagnetic environment is determined by the strength of the electromagnetic field.
The field strength is not easily measured without sophisticated instrumentation nor is it easily
calculated by classical equations and formulas because of the effect of surrounding structures
or the proximity of other equipment that will distort and/or reflect the electromagnetic waves.
5 Test levels
The test levels are given in Table 1.
Table 1 – Test levels related to general purpose, digital radio telephones
and other RF emitting devices
Level Test field strength
V/m
1 1
2 3
3 10
4 30
x Special
NOTE x is an open test level and the associated field strength may
be any value. This level may be given in the product standard.

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This standard does not suggest that a single test level is applicable over the entire frequency
range. Product committees shall select the appropriate test level for each frequency range
needing to be tested as well as the frequency ranges. See Annex E for a guidance for product
committees on the selection of test levels.
The test field strength column gives values of the unmodulated carrier signal. For testing of
equipment, this carrier signal is 80 % amplitude modulated with a 1 kHz sine wave to simulate
actual threats (see Figure 1). Details of how the test is performed are given in Clause 8.
5.1 Test levels related to general purposes
The tests are normally performed without gaps in the frequency range 80 MHz to 1 000 MHz.
NOTE 1 Product committees may decide to choose a lower or higher transition frequency than 80 MHz between
IEC 61000-4-3 and IEC 61000-4-6 (see Annex G).
NOTE 2 Product committees may select alternative modulation schemes for equipment under test.
NOTE 3 IEC 61000-4-6 also defines test methods for establishing the immunity of electrical and electronic
equipment against radiated electromagnetic energy. It covers frequencies below 80 MHz.
5.2 Test levels related to the protection against RF emissions from digital radio
telephones and other RF emitting devices
The tests are normally performed in the frequency ranges 800 MHz to 960 MHz and 1,4 GHz
to 6,0 GHz.
The frequencies or frequency bands to be selected for the test are limited to those where
mobile radio telephones and other intentional RF emitting devices actually operate. It is not
intended that the test needs to be applied continuously over the entire frequency range from
1,4 GHz to 6 GHz. For those frequency bands used by mobile radio telephones and other
intentional RF emitting devices, specific test levels may be applied in the corresponding
frequency range of operation.
Also if the product is intended to conform only to the requirements of particular countries, the
measurement range 1,4 GHz to 6 GHz may be reduced to cover just the specific frequency
bands allocated to digital mobile telephones and other intentional RF emitting devices in
those countries. In this situation, the decision to test over reduced frequency ranges shall be
documented in the test report.
NOTE 1 Annex A contains an explanation regarding the decision to use sine wave modulation for tests related to
protection against RF emissions from digital radio telephones and other intentional RF emitting devices.
NOTE 2 Annex E contains guidance with regard to selecting test levels.
NOTE 3 The measurement ranges for Table 2 are the frequency bands generally allocated to digital radio
telephones (Annex G contains the list of frequencies known to be allocated to specific digital radio telephones at
the time of publication).
NOTE 4 The primary threat above 800 MHz is from radio telephone systems and other intentional RF emitting
devices with power levels similar to that of radio telephones. Other systems operating in this frequency range, e.g.
radio LANs operating at 2,4 GHz or higher frequencies, are generally very low power (typically lower than
100 mW), so they are much less likely to present significant problems.

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6 Test equipment
The following types of test equipment are recommended:
– Anechoic chamber: of a size adequate to maintain a uniform field of sufficient dimensions
with respect to the equipment under test (EUT). Additional absorbers may be used to
damp reflections in chambers which are not fully lined.
– EMI filters: care shall be taken to ensure that the filters introduce no additional resonance
effects on the connected lines.
– RF signal generator(s) capable of covering the frequency band of interest and of being
amplitude modulated by a 1 kHz sine wave with a modulation depth of 80%. They shall
have manual control (e.g., frequency, amplitude, modulation index) or, in the case of RF
synthesizers, they shall be programmable with frequency-dependent step sizes and dwell
times.
The use of low-pass or band-pass filters may be necessary to avoid problems caused by
harmonics.
– Power amplifiers: to amplify signal (unmodulated and modulated) and provide antenna
drive to the necessary field level. The harmonics generated by the power amplifier shall be
such that any measured field strength in the UFA at each harmonic frequency shall be at
least 6 dB below that of the fundamental frequency (see Annex D).
– Field generating antennas (see Annex B): biconical, log periodic, horn or any other linearly
polarized antenna system capable of satisfying frequency requirements.
– An isotropic field sensor with adequate immunity of any head amplifier and opto-
electronics to the field strength to be measured, and a fibre optic link to the indicator
outside the chamber. An adequately filtered signal link may also be used. Annex I
provides a calibration method for E-field probes.
– Associated equipment to record the power levels necessary for the required field strength
and to control the generation of that level for testing.
Care shall be taken to ensure adequate immunity of the auxiliary equipment.
6.1 Description of the test facility
Because of the magnitude of the field strengths generated, the tests shall be made in a
shielded enclosure in order to comply with various national and international laws prohibiting
interference to radio communications. In addition, since most test equipment used to collect
data is sensitive to the local ambient electromagnetic field generated during the execution of
the immunity test, the shielded enclosure provides the necessary "barrier" between the EUT
and the required test instrumentation. Care shall be taken to ensure that the interconnection
wiring penetrating the shielded enclosure adequately attenuates the conducted and radiated
emission and preserves the integrity of the EUT signal and power responses.
The test facility typically consists of an absorber-lined shielded enclosure large enough to
accommodate the EUT whilst allowing adequate control over the field strengths. This includes
anechoic chambers or modified semi-anechoic chambers, an example of which is shown in
Figure 2. Associated shielded enclosures should accommodate the field generating and
monitoring equipment, and the equipment which exercises the EUT.
Anechoic chambers are less effective at lower frequencies. Particular care shall be taken to
ensure the uniformity of the generated field at the lower frequencies. Further guidance is
given in Annex C.
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6.2 Calibration of field
The purpose of field calibration is to ensure that the uniformity of the field over the test
sample is sufficient to ensure the validity of the test results. IEC 61000-4-3 uses the concept
of a uniform field area (UFA, see Figure 3), which is a hypothetical vertical plane of the field
in which variations are acceptably small. In a common procedure (field calibration), the
capability of the test facility and the test equipment to generate such a field is demonstrated.
At the same time, a database for setting the required field strength for the immunity test is
obtained. The field calibration is valid for all EUTs whose individual faces (including any
cabling) can be fully covered by the UFA.
The field calibration is performed with no EUT in place (see Figure 3). In this procedure, the
relationship between field strength within the UFA and forward power applied to the antenna
is determined. During the test, the required forward power is calculated from this relationship
and the target field strength. The calibration is valid as long as the test setup used for it
remains un
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