ETS-Lindgren 3303, User Manual

Page 1: ...Model 3303 Rod Antenna User Manual Model 3303 Antenna Base ...

Page 2: ...convey any license under its patent rights or the rights of others Copyright 1993 2011 by ETS Lindgren L P All Rights Reserved No part of this document may be copied by any means without written permission from ETS Lindgren L P Trademarks used in this document The ETS Lindgren logo is a trademark of ETS Lindgren L P Revision Record MANUAL 3303 Part 399047 Rev D Revision Description Date A Initial ...

Page 3: ... Service Procedures 12 3 0 Specifications 13 Electrical Specifications 13 Physical Specifications 13 4 0 Assembly Mounting and Operation 15 Assembly 16 Attach Counterpoise 16 Assemble Attach Rod Element 17 Mounting 18 4 TR Tripod 18 7 TR and Mast Mounting Options 18 2x2 Boom Mounting Options 19 Operation 20 5 0 Model 3305 Suggested Test Setup 21 Measuring Electronic Field Shielding Effectiveness 2...

Page 4: ...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 ...

Page 5: ...ortability The 1 4 20 threaded receptacle in the base is compatible with ETS Lindgren tripods and most others The housing contains the band switching mechanism and a female Type N connector Each Model 3303 is individually calibrated per ESCM or IEEE Std 291 using NIST traceable equipment Actual individual calibration factors and a signed Certificate of Calibration Conformance are included with eac...

Page 6: ...ludes these parts for assembly 1 116474 Rod section without antenna adapter 1 116474 Rod section with antenna adapter 1 116862 Center section The monopole may be assembled as follows For a finished length of 40 95 in 1040 mm Assemble all parts including the 116862 center section For a finished length of 39 37 in 1000 mm Assemble all parts except for the 116862 center section See page 17 for the st...

Page 7: ...Introduction 7 ...

Page 8: ...ing effectiveness per IEEE 299 MIL STD 285 and NSA 65 6 The set operates from 1 kHz to 30 MHz The maximum power required to measure the attenuation per NSA 65 6 is 80 watts Additional information about the Model 3301C can be found at www ets lindgren com 3301C Model 3303 and Model 3301C are also sold separately Tripod Options ETS Lindgren offers the following non metallic non reflective tripods fo...

Page 9: ... 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 ease of use during testing Maximum height is 2 17 m 85 8 in with a minimum height of...

Page 10: ...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 10 Introduction ...

Page 11: ...ernal components such as cables or connectors Clean the exterior of the cabinet using a damp cloth and mild cleaner Always unplug the unit before cleaning If you have any questions concerning maintenance contact ETS Lindgren Customer Service WARRANTY Annual Calibration See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for information on ETS Lindgren calibration services Maintenance ...

Page 12: ...opole entire assembly 116474 Rod section without antenna adapter 116862 Center section Note 116474 Rod section with antenna adapter is not a replaceable part if you need that section you will need to order the entire monopole assembly 116476 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 sh...

Page 13: ...e N female Physical Specifications Base Height 15 2 cm 6 0 in Width 7 6 cm 3 0 in Depth 7 6 cm 3 0 in Monopole Element For a finished length of 40 95 in 1040 mm Assemble 2 116474 rod sections and 1 116862 For a finished length of 39 37 in 1000 mm Assemble 2 116474 rod sections Do not use the 116862 center section See page 17 for the steps to assemble the monopole Weight 1 3 kg 2 8 lb Specification...

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Page 15: ...Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment Antennas are precision measurement devices Handle your antenna with care Do not cross thread any connections or permanent damage to the antenna could occur The 1 4 20 mount on the bottom of the Model 3303 is not a ground location Assembly Mounting and Operation 15 ...

Page 16: ...t passing through the opening in the counterpoise Mounting the counterpoise between the housing and the rod antenna prevents the body of the antenna from intruding into the field being measured 1 Unfold the counterpoise and place it on top of the base 2 Attach the counterpoise to the base using the four screws on the top of the base 16 Assembly Mounting and Operation ...

Page 17: ...mm Assemble 2 116474 rod sections and 1 116862 center section For a finished length of 39 37 in 1000 mm Assemble 2 116474 rod sections Do not use the 116862 center section 2 Attach the rod to the element connector passing it through the hole in the counterpoise Assembly Mounting and Operation 17 ...

Page 18: ...artment for information on ordering optional mounting hardware Mast refers to 2070 Series 2075 and 2175 Antenna Towers 7 TR refers to 109042 108983 and 108507 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 used to mount stinger type antennas 108507 boom For Model...

Page 19: ...efers to a typical 2 inch by 2 inch boom Following are options for mounting the Model 3303 onto a 2x2 boom Contact the ETS Lindgren Sales Department for information on ordering optional mounting hardware Assembly Mounting and Operation 19 ...

Page 20: ...Operation Reduce amplifier power to zero watts before band switching the Model 3303 Select the desired frequency band by rotating the band switch 20 Assembly Mounting and Operation ...

Page 21: ...g and receiving antennas so that they are 24 inches plus the thickness of the screen room wall apart from each other 2 Set up equipment as shown in Suggested Test Setup Diagram on page 22 3 Turn generator to ON position Disable RF output of generator Turn amplifier to ON position Turn receiver to ON position Turn Model 3301C power on Set receiver Set the attenuator at maximum 100 dB 150 dB attenua...

Page 22: ...Suggested Test Setup Diagram on page 22 The table on page 24 shows the maximum shielding effectiveness measuring capability of the Model 3305 E Field Shielding Effectiveness Test Kit and the approximate wattage required for the Model 3303 Rod Antenna to meet the minimum shielding requirements of NSA 65 6 These shielding effectiveness readings are valid only if the power amplifier is operating in t...

Page 23: ...Model 3305 Suggested Test Setup 23 ...

Page 24: ...Watts 115 dB 30 kHz 100 dB 70 Watts 110 dB 40 kHz 100 dB 75 Watts 112 dB 50 kHz 100 dB 40 Watts 110 dB 60 kHz 100 dB 35 Watts 110 dB 70 kHz 100 dB 40 Watts 110 dB 80 kHz 100 dB 25 Watts 110 dB 90 kHz 100 dB 30 Watts 110 dB 100 kHz 100 dB 30 Watts 110 dB 200 kHz 100 dB 25 Watts 117 dB 300 kHz 100 dB 25 Watts 120 dB 400 kHz 100 dB 25 Watts 125 dB 500 kHz 100 dB 25 Watts 125 dB 600 kHz 100 dB 30 Watt...

Page 25: ... MHz 100 dB 30 Watts 125 dB Frequency NSA 65 6 Minimum Attenuation for Electric Field Approximate Wattage Required to Meet NSA 65 6 Attenuation Specifications Maximum Shielding Electric Field That Can be Measured With This Setup Band 2 5 MHz 100 dB 25 Watts 125 dB 6 MHz 100 dB 25 Watts 125 dB 8 MHz 100 dB 25 Watts 125 dB 10 MHz 100 dB 20 Watts 125 dB 15 MHz 100 dB 25 Watts 125 dB 20 MHz 100 dB 20 ...

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Page 27: ...6 0 Typical Data Typical Data 27 ...

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Page 29: ...ete ETS Lindgren warranty for your Model 3303 Rod Antenna DURATION OF WARRANTIES FOR MODEL 3303 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 3303 Rod Antenna 2 Years Warranty 29 ...