Product Selection Guide
RFBEAM PRODUCT SPECTRUM
Transceivers
K-LCx series:
Low Cost Short Range Transceivers
K-MCx series:
Medium Complexity Transceivers
K-HCx series:
High Complexity Transceivers
Development Tools
ST100:
Starterkit to explore Doppler technology and sensors
ST200:
Evaluation system for advanced Radar processing
RSP1_Eval-Kit:
Evaluation system for RSP1 Radar Signal Processor
Test and Mesurement Systems
K-DT1:
Handheld Doppler Simulator
K-TS1:
Multifunction K-Band Test System
K-FT1:
Mobile FMCW Simulator
Customer Specific Systems and Engineering
Transceivers:
Development of customized sensors
Antennas:
Design of customized antennas and couplers up to 86GHz
Systems:
Customized microwave applications or system building blocks
Simulations:
Antennas, covers, proof of concepts
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PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION
Please find detailed information on all RFbeam products on our website
www.RFbeam.ch in the download area.
RADAR SENSORS (DOPPLER TRANSCEIVERS)
Selection by Detection Range
These are indicative values only and can not be guaranteed. Range depends on many parameters like
size of object, direction of movement and data processing method.
Using RSP1 Radar Signal Processor for K-LCx devices results in nearly double detection range than
indicated in the table below.
Selection by Parameter
Model
K-LC3
K-LC3_V2
K-LC2
K-LC1a
K-LC1a_V2
K-LC1a_V4
K-LC1a_V5 *)
K-XC1_SMA
K-XC1_Ant
K-LC5
K-LC5_V2
K-LC6
K-LC6_V2
K-MC4
K-MC5_LP *)
K-MC1
K-MC1_LP
K-MC3
K-HC1
Notes:
Min. Range [m] 1)
Person
Car
7
15
7
15
9
22
12
30
12
30
12
30
12
30
n.a.
n.a.
8
15
25
60
25
60
35
80
35
80
40
100
40
100
60
150
60
150
70
180
400
1000
Field Pattern
Output
vert °
horiz ° I / Q
138
132
no
138
132
no
80
34
yes
80
34
no
80
34
no
80
34
no
80
34
no
External antenna yes
12
yes
25
80
34
yes
80
34
yes
80
12
yes
80
12
yes
30
12
yes
6.5
4.9
yes
25
12
yes
25
12
yes
25
7
yes
25
12
yes
1) Values w ith simple comparator detector.
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IF
Amplifier
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
yes
yes
no
no
no
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
2) 3.3V on request
Supply 2)
[VDC]
[mA]
5
35
3.3
35
5
35
5
35
5
35
3.3
35
3.3
35
12...24
300
12...24
300
5
45
5
45
5
45
5
47
5
120/10
3 .. 6
9
5
100/10
3 .. 6
7.5
5
100/10
15..30
220
FM/VCO
no
no
yes
yes
no
yes
no
n.a.
n.a.
yes
no
yes
yes
yes
n.a.
yes
n.a.
yes
digital
Size
[mm]
25x25x6
25x25x6
25x25x6
25x25x6
25x25x6
25x25x6
25x25x6
n.a.
110x77x10
25x25x6
25x25x6
66x25x6
66x25x6
98x78x7
187x144x10
65x65x6
65x65x6
105x85x5
110x77x19
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Selection by Application
There is no general rule for sensor selection. Each application has its own requirements. Please contact
RFbeam to discuss the optimal solution for your specific needs.
Product Family
Typical Applications
Traffic
Building
Lighting
Consumer
Others
x
x
x
x
x
(x)
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Evaluation and starter kits
RSPx Radar Signal Processors
K-LCx Low complexity sensors
K-MCx Medium complexity sensors
x
x
K-HCx High complexity sensors
x
x
K-XC Digital sensors
x
Test systems K-TS1, K-DT1
x
x
x
x
x
DEVELOPMENT TOOLS
ST100 Starterkit vs ST200 Evaluation Kit vs RSP1 Evaluation Kit
These kits allow learning Radar basics and evaluating Radar technology for your specific application.
STxxx kits can save a lot of initial time and money in order to get first Radar experience.
While ST100 and ST200 allow signal analysis in more detail, RSP1 Evaluation Kit is oriented on practical
implementation of movement sensors.
Purpose
ST100
ST200
RSP1
Learning Doppler basics
x
x
x
Exploring Doppler Sensors
x
x
x
Developping movement sensors
x
x
x
Analyzing Doppler frequency spectra
x
x
x
x
x
Working with complex FFT and I/Q sensors
Recording and playback of Doppler signals
x
Analog output of recorded Doppler signals
x
Comments
Important for separating multiple objects,
suppressing interferences ...
x
Very helpful for analyzing real world signals
in the laboratory
Exploring FSK ranging
x
Ranging of moving objects
Exploring FMCW ranging
x
Ranging of moving and stationary objects
Exploring different sampling conditions
x
Exploring Monopulse principle
x
Detect direction angle of moving objects
x
Good for learning basics
Kit contains K-LC1a module
x
Kit contains also K-LC2 and K-MC1 modules
Kit contains K-LC1a, K-LC2, K-LC3, K-LC6, K-LC6
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x
x
Predict behavior of final embedded solutions
For advanced investigations
x
Compare K-LCx sensor family
characteristics
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RSP1 Radar Signal Processor
RSP1 is a highly configurable signal processor for Radar based movement detectors and speed
estimators. RSP1 comes in a 44 pin TQFP or QFN (on request) case. It offers excellent detection
performance by using complex FFT algorithm and adaptive noise threshold.
User has only to add an input amplifier and digital output drivers and gets a high performance detection
system.
Reference designs and application notes are available in the RSP1 datasheet.
The RSP1_Eval-Kit is an indispensable starting point for developing RSP1 applications.
Typical Applications:
• Movement detectors
• Lighting control systems
• Security applications
• Object speed detection
RSP1 Evaluation Kit
With the RSP1 Evaluation Kit, you can explore most features of RSP1 and different RFbeam sensors.
All schematics, PCB layout and BOM are included as a reference. Also included are 5 sensors
K-LC1a, K-LC2, K-LC3, K-LC5, K-LC6. RSP_Scope and RSP_Terminal PC software are included.
Typical Applications:
• Analyzing behavior of different sensors in practical environment
• Reference design for own developments based on RSP1 processor
• Exploring FFT based Doppler signal processing
• Optimizing choice of sensor type for different applications
• Use as movement detector for low volume applications
TEST AND MEASURMENT SYSTEMS
K-DT1 Portable Doppler Simulator
K-DT1 is a portable moving target simulator for K-band Radar transceivers.
It can be used for calibrating and testing speed displays, door openers, safety systems and other radar
based Doppler sensors.
K-DT1 comes with the Windows software DT-Remote. This software allows configuring and real time
speed simulations with the K-DT1 device connected via USB port.
Typical applications:
• Mobile Test Equipments
• Production Final Inspection
• Incoming Components Inspection
• System Tuning and Adjustment
K-TS1 Radar Test System
K-TS1 is a multi-functional test system for K-Band transceivers. K-TS1 features K-Band frequency and
power measurement as well as a Doppler target simulator. It can be run as stand-alone deviecs or remote
controlled via USB interface. K-TS1 comes with a TSviewLite, a virtual multimeter windows software.
Typical applications:
• Complete Radar Test Systems Including Power and Frequency Measurement
• Production Final Inspection
• System Tuning and Adjustment
• Automatic Microwave Test Equipment
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K-FT1 FMCW Radar Target Simulator (in preparation)
Until now, testing of FMCW equipment was a very time and money consuming procedure.
Testing of radar sensors with multiple moving or static targets has been very difficult until
now. Outdoor tests with real world signals often showed non reproducible results.
Now development and test of radar sensors has been taken to a new level.
Two different targets can be simulated simultaneously.
The synthetic targets are electronically variable in distance ( 2 – 150 m ), velocity ( 0 to
+/- 300 km/h ) and amplitude ( 50 dB variation )
Predefined profiles in distance and velocity can be stored and recalled.
ENGINEERING
RFbeam offers R&D services for customer specific sensors as well as for microwave and
signalprocessing applications. This includes microwave solutions up to 86GHz.
Please feel free to contact us at [email protected] for more information
Important companies like ABB, Schindler, Freescale and many other large and small customers rely on
our engineering services.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Datasheets and short form descriptions can be found in the download area on our website:
http://www.rfbeam.ch/downloads/data-sheets
Please have also a look on our FAQ:
http://www.rfbeam.ch/fileadmin/downloads/appnotes/faq.pdf
Some application notes can be found here:
http://www.rfbeam.ch/downloads/application-notes
HOW TO ORDER
Please check our list of representatives and distributors for your location:
http://www.rfbeam.ch/contact/
In order to get more technical information and quotes, please specify at least:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Your company name, website and full address
The application(s) of the sensor including detection range, speed, ...
The RFbeam sensor type, if known
The volume for which you wish to get an offer
The expected annual volume
Disclaimer
RFbeam Microwave GmbH has used reasonable care in preparing the information included in this
document, but RFbeam does not warrant that such information is error free. RFbeam assumes no
liability whatsoever for any damages incurred by you resulting from errors in or omissions from the
information included herein.
RFbeam reserves the right at any time without notice to change said products and specifications.
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Notes
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Local RFbeam Representatives
Switzerland
RFbeam Microwave GmbH
Farbgutstrasse 3
CH-9008 St.Gallen
Switzerland
Phone: +4171 245 33 80, Fax: +4171 245 33 81
info(@)rfbeam.ch
Benelux
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Account Manager Benelux
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5688MA Oirschot
The Netherlands
Phone: +31(0)499 847 026, GSM +31 (0)6 459 38
336
han.arkesteijn(@)rfbeam.ch
Norway
Bredengen AS
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P.B. 63 Økern, N-0508 Oslo
Norway
China
Shenzhen BEYD Technologies Co., Ltd
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Shenzhen, China
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Israel
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56302 Yehud
Israel
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Trust Electronics ltd.
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Admiral Microwaves Limited
1 Kildare Close
Eastcote
Middlesex
HA4 9LG
United Kingdom
Phone: +4420 8866 1311, Fax: +4420 8866 6513
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