ETS-Lindgren 3110C, User Manual

Page 1: ...Model 3110C Biconical Antenna User Manual ...

Page 2: ...e under its patent rights or the rights of others Copyright 2000 2014 by ETS Lindgren Inc All Rights Reserved No part of this document may be copied by any means without written permission from ETS Lindgren Inc Trademarks used in this document The ETS Lindgren logo is a trademark of ETS Lindgren Inc Revision Record MANUAL 3110 Part 399108 Rev H Revision Description Date A F Initial Release Updates...

Page 3: ...12 3 0 Specifications 13 Electrical Specifications 13 Physical Specifications 13 Model 3110CP With Portable Elements 14 4 0 Assembly Instructions 15 5 0 Mounting Instructions 17 Using Included Mounting Adapters 17 Using the Stinger Mount 19 Additional Mounting Options 20 4 TR Mounting Options 20 7 TR and Mast Mounting Options 21 2x2 Boom Mounting Options 22 6 0 Application 23 7 0 Typical Data 25 A...

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Page 5: ...tions could result in minor personal injury and or property damage Included text gives proper procedures Warning Denotes a hazard Failure to follow instructions could result in SEVERE personal injury and or property damage Included text gives proper procedures See the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin for safety regulatory and other product marking information ...

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Page 7: ...s fabricated of aluminum and the necessary impedance matching components The lightweight construction provides for ease in portability and storage A variety of mounting options are available for the Model 3110C For information see Mounting Instructions on page 17 Optional Items MODEL 3110CP PORTABLE ELEMENTS Collapsible folding elements are available making the Model 3110C portable and ideal for f...

Page 8: ...n This tripod can support up to an 11 8 kg 26 0 lb load Model 7 TR Constructed of PVC and fiberglass components providing increased stability for physically large antennas The unique design allows for quick assembly disassembly and convenient storage Allows several different configurations including options for manual or pneumatic polarization Quick height adjustment and locking wheels provide eas...

Page 9: ...uct Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the following Warranty information Safety regulatory and other product marking information Steps to receive your shipment Steps to return a component for service ETS Lindgren calibration service ETS Lindgren contact information ...

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Page 11: ... Service Annual Calibration See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for information on ETS Lindgren calibration services Replacement and Optional Parts Following are the part numbers for ordering replacement or optional parts for the Model 3110C Biconical Antenna Part Description Part Number Element Fixed Bicon with Cross Arm 2 101808 Clamp Block 102108 Support Base 101942...

Page 12: ...12 Maintenance Service Procedures For the steps to return a system or system component to ETS Lindgren for service see the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment ...

Page 13: ...e 2 0 1 Maximum Continuous Power 250 mW Peak Power NA Impedance 50 Ω Connector Type N female Physical Specifications Width 132 1 cm 52 0 in Depth 55 9 cm 22 0 in Diameter 52 0 cm 20 5 in Weight 2 7 kg 6 0 lb ETS Lindgren recommends using a 6 dB pad attached to the end of the antenna otherwise high VSWR may occur ...

Page 14: ...ELEMENTS One element is shown for illustrative purposes only all specifications are based on the balun plus both elements Width includes elements and balun 120 9 cm 47 6 in Diameter 64 1 cm 25 3 in Weight includes elements and balun 1 9 kg 4 2 lb ...

Page 15: ...safety information in the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment The Model 3110C Biconical Antenna is shipped unassembled and includes these parts Balun includes attached stinger mount Biconical element 2 Belleville washer 2 Clamp block Support rod and support base ...

Page 16: ...f the biconical elements 2 Line up the screw threads with the receptacle hole on the balun and turn the biconical element until it is firmly secured in the balun Do not cross thread this connection or permanent damage to the joint could occur 3 Repeat step 1 and step 2 using the remaining washer and biconical element ...

Page 17: ...ith your shipment The Model 3110C is a precision measurement device Handle with care Using Included Mounting Adapters The Model 3110C Biconical Antenna ships with these mounting adapters 102108 Clamp Block Uses standard 7 8 14 threads and comes with a 1 4 20 thread adapter for mounting to an ETS Lindgren tripod or most other tripods 101942B Support Base 100733 Support Rod ...

Page 18: ... Assemble the clamp block support base and support rod and attach the support base to the 4 TR tripod 2 Unscrew the clamp block latch and open the top 3 Insert the balun into the clamp block and close the top over the balun 4 Move the latch to the closed position and tighten so the balun is held securely 5 Attach the cable to the output connector on the antenna ...

Page 19: ... ETS Lindgren 7 TR Tripod Positioner or mast Additional hardware is required to use the stinger to mount the Model 3110C to a mast For information on ordering optional mounting hardware contact the ETS Lindgren Sales Department Shown stinger mounted onto a 7 TR Do not use the stinger to mount the Model 3110C onto a 4 TR tripod ...

Page 20: ...nal Mounting Options 4 TR MOUNTING OPTIONS Following are additional options for mounting the Model 3110C onto an ETS Lindgren 4 TR tripod Contact the ETS Lindgren Sales Department for information on ordering optional mounting hardware ...

Page 21: ...nto an ETS Lindgren 7 TR Tripod Positioner Contact the ETS Lindgren Sales Department for information on ordering optional mounting hardware Mast refers to 2070 Series 2075 and 2175 Antenna Towers 7 TR refers to these booms 109042 boom Straight boom for general antenna mounting on a 7 TR 108983 boom Offset boom for general antenna mounting on a 7 TR with pneumatic or manual polarization can also be...

Page 22: ...NTING OPTIONS Following are additional options for mounting the Model 3110C onto a 2x2 boom Contact the ETS Lindgren Sales Department for information on ordering optional mounting hardware 2x2 boom refers to a typical 2 inch by 2 inch boom ...

Page 23: ...y of saturation of the transmitting antenna The maximum continuous input power to the Model 3110C is 250 mW When the Model 3110C is used vertically the same element orientation need not be maintained from measurement to measurement The Model 3110C exhibits excellent symmetrical performance and test repeatability is assured by the balun design Each antenna is calibrated during manufacturing The res...

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Page 25: ...Typical Data 25 7 0 Typical Data Antenna Factor ...

Page 26: ...26 Typical Data Gain ...

Page 27: ...Typical Data 27 VSWR ...

Page 28: ...28 Typical Data Half Power Beamwidth ...

Page 29: ...omplete ETS Lindgren warranty for your Model 3110C Biconical Antenna DURATION OF WARRANTIES FOR MODEL 3110C All product warranties except the warranty of title and all remedies for warranty failures are limited to two years Product Warranted Duration of Warranty Period Model 3110C Biconical Antenna 2 Years ...