Condition: Used

PCTEL SeeGull IBflex 570–3800 MHz scanning receiver, model 08900S-E, with 40 active licensed options enabled. Calibrated 08 February 2019 (Calibration Version 31). Perpetual licence type, active. Software Release Version 3.3.3.0. Note: tested with PCTel trial software — a separate software licence purchase is required to operate the device.

Included in the sale:
• IBflex 570–3800 MHz 08900S-E scanner unit
• 2x GPS receivers
• 2x PCTel 698–3800 MHz antennas
• USB data cable
• Power adapter
• In-car charger

Active Installed Options:
• 10 MHz–6000 MHz Capability (7700-0000)
• 570 MHz–3800 MHz Model (7031-0000)
• Dual RF Port (000F-0000)
• Recording to SD Card (000A-0000)
• GPS Navigation (0001-0000)
• Absolute Time Stamp (0005-0000)
• WiFi USB Adaptor (0009-0000)
• Bluetooth Interface (0007-0000)
• Ethernet Interface (000C-0000)
• GSM Blind Scan (000B-0001)
• IS-95 Blind Scan (000B-0003)
• WCDMA Blind Scan (000B-0004)
• CDMA Blind Scan (000B-0005)
• EVDO Blind Scan (000B-0006)
• LTE Blind Scan (000B-000A)
• TDLTE Blind Scan (000B-000B)
• TDSCDMA Blind Scan (000B-0008)
• WiFi Support (0001-000C)
• WiFi Blind Scan (000B-000C)
• LTE Support (0001-000A)
• LTE Enhanced Signal Scan (000C-000A)
• TDLTE Support (0001-000B)
• TDLTE Enhanced Signal Scan (000C-000B)
• GSM Support (0001-0001)
• GSM BSIC (0002-0001)
• GSM BCCH C/I (0004-0001)
• WCDMA Support (0001-0004)
• WCDMA Pilot (0003-0004)
• WCDMA Extended Dynamic Range (0008-0004)
• IS-95 Support (0001-0003)
• IS-95 Pilot (0003-0003)
• IS-95 Extended Dynamic Range (0008-0003)
• CDMA Support (0001-0005)
• CDMA Pilot (0003-0005)
• CDMA Extended Dynamic Range (0008-0005)
• EVDO Support (0001-0006)
• EVDO Pilot (0003-0006)
• EVDO Extended Dynamic Range (0008-0006)
• TDSCDMA Support (0001-0008)
• TDSCDMA Pilot (0003-0008)

The PCTEL SeeGull IBflex is a portable multi-band scanning receiver designed for in-building and outdoor network testing. It combines portability and accuracy with the ability to test multiple technologies and bands simultaneously. Applications include deploying 5G New Radio networks in sub-6 GHz spectrum, verifying public safety coverage, optimising dense small cell deployments, and improving the reliability of IoT systems. Low power consumption and a hot-swap battery system make it a practical tool for extended walk testing and interference hunting sessions.

The IBflex is a software-defined receiver capable of supporting multiple protocols and any supported cellular band. Hardware configurations 08900-E and 08900L-E support frequencies from 10 MHz to 6 GHz, with the operational frequency range determined by the active software licence.

Supported Technologies:
LTE FDD, TD-LTE, NB-IoT, UMTS (WCDMA/HSPA+), GSM, CDMA, EV-DO, TD-SCDMA, 5G NR (sub-6 GHz), Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), P25, DMR, TETRA

Key Features:
Frequency Range (HW): 10 MHz – 6 GHz
Operational Model Range: 570 MHz – 3800 MHz (licence dependent)
Interfaces: USB, Bluetooth, Ethernet, AOA (Android Open Accessory)
Host Compatibility: Windows laptop, Android tablet
Data Recording: SD card recording option
GPS: Integrated GPS navigation and absolute time-stamping
Band Scanning: Blind Scan available for GSM, WCDMA, CDMA, EV-DO, LTE, TD-LTE, TDSCDMA, Wi-Fi
MIMO: 2x2 and 4x2 LTE MIMO measurements
Dynamic Spectrum Sharing: 4G/5G DSS measurements supported
Power: Hot-swap battery system for uninterrupted operation
Calibration: Recalibration recommended every 2 years
Compliance: RoHS and ISO compliant

Use Cases:
In-building DAS and small cell walk testing
Outdoor and drive testing
Public safety network verification
Site surveys and base station monitoring
RF signal demodulation and wireless market data analysis
Interference hunting

PCTel IBflex Scanning Receiver Datasheet (Axiom Test, latest revision): Download PDF

PCTel IBflex Brochure — In-Building and Outdoor Network Testing (PCTEL official, July 2020): Download PDF

SeeGull IBflex Hardware Reference Manual Rev T (PDF): Download PDF

SeeGull IBflex Hardware Reference Manual Rev M (PDF): Download PDF

PCTel IBflex Quick Start Guide (TRS Rentelco PDF): Download PDF

PCTel IBflex Brochure — In-Building and Outdoor Network Testing (TRS Rentelco PDF): Download PDF

PCTel IBflex Datasheet (Tower-IQ direct PDF): Download PDF

PCTel IBflex Datasheet (TestUnlimited PDF): Download PDF

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