[sdiy] Poor man's EMC testing?

[Colin f]

>      While this is somewhat off-topic, I was wondering if 
> anyone had insight into economical test methods for 
> performing EMC analysis
> (FCC/CISPR) before going to certification? Most of the 
> solutions I've found involve purchasing a $5K+ Spectrum 
> Analyzer and equally expensive antenna for measurement. Are 
> there any other methods you guys know about?

Find an engineer in a large company which has all the necessary equipment
in-house.
Strike a deal where he gets to keep the test unit, and you get the EMC
report.

Cheers,
Colin f