Model 3142E BiConiLog™ Antenna User Manual Model 3142E shown in horizontal polarization
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Table of Contents Notes, Cautions, and Warnings ................................................ v 1.0 Introduction .......................................................................... 7 Tripod Options ............................................................................................ 9 ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin ............................................... 10 2.0 Maintenance ....................................................................... 11 Annual Calibration .....
900 MHz—1000 MHz ........................................................................ 38 2000 MHz—3000 MHz ...................................................................... 39 4000 MHz—5000 MHz ...................................................................... 40 6000 MHz ......................................................................................... 41 Appendix A: Warranty .............................................................
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings Note: Denotes helpful information intended to provide tips for better use of the product. Caution: Denotes a hazard. Failure to follow instructions 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.
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1.0 Introduction The ETS-Lindgren Model 3142E BiConiLog™ Antenna is designed as a dual-purpose antenna that can be used for both immunity and emission testing. From 26 MHz to 6 GHz, the Model 3142E exhibits an average 5.5 dB gain. Applications for the Model 3142E include emissions testing, immunity measurements, and medical equipment testing.
Model 3142E shown in horizontal polarization The Model 3142E includes a stinger mount; it also includes a mounting bracket and 1/4–20 thread knob to attach to an ETS-Lindgren tripod or tower adapter. For the variety of mounting options available for the Model 3142E, see Mounting Instructions on page 19.
Tripod Options ETS-Lindgren offers the following non-metallic, non-reflective tripods for use at both indoor and outdoor EMC test sites. For easy horizontal and vertical polarization, the ETS-Lindgren Model 7-TR tripod is recommended. 4-TR Tripod—Constructed of linen phenolic and delrin, designed with an adjustable center post for precise height adjustments. Maximum height is 2.0 m (80.0 in), and minimum height is 94 cm (37.0 in). This tripod can support up to an 11.8 kg (26.0 lb) load.
ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin See the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the following: 10 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 | Introduction
2.0 Maintenance Before performing any maintenance, follow the safety information in the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment. WARRANTY Maintenance of the Model 3142E is limited to external components such as cables or connectors. If you have any questions concerning maintenance, contact ETS-Lindgren Customer Service. Annual Calibration See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for information on ETS-Lindgren calibration services.
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.
3.0 Specifications Electrical Specifications Frequency Range: 26 MHz–6 GHz Input Impedance (Nominal): 50 Ω VSWR (Average): 2:1 above 50 MHz Maximum Continuous Power Continuous Peak 30 MHz—60 MHz: 500 W 800 W 60 MHz—600 MHz: 1 kW 1.5 kW 600 MHz—1 GHz: 500 W 800 W 1 GHz—6 GHz: 200 W 300 W Peak Power: 1.3 kW Pattern Type: Directional Polarization: Linear Connector: Type N female Physical Specifications Height (Overall): 76.2 cm (30 in) Length: 139.16 cm (54.79 in) Width: 133.
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4.0 Assembly Instructions Before connecting any components, follow the safety information in the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment.
Attach Bowtie Elements Photos of bowtie elements used in this section may differ from the bowtie elements for your Model 3142E; the assembly procedure is the same for both. The Model 3142E ships with the bowtie elements detached.
1. For stability, mount the Model 3142E onto a tripod or tower. See Mounting Instructions on page 19 for the steps to mount the antenna. 2. Slide the narrow end of one of the bowtie elements into the receptacle hole on the antenna balun, and then align the bowtie with the receptacle on the balun. Do not cross thread this connection or permanent damage to the bowtie element could occur. 3. Insert one of the 10–32 thumbscrew knobs into the opposite side of the balun from where you inserted the bowtie.
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5.0 Mounting Instructions Before connecting any components, follow the safety information in the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment. The Model 3142E antenna is a precision measurement device. Handle with care. Contact with any metal or non-metallic structure can capacitively load the antenna, which may cause unrepeatable results.
Using Included Mounting Adapters In addition to the attached mounting bracket and mounting knobs, the Model 3142E ships with these mounting adapters: 100989 Polarizing Mounting Adapter with 7/8–14 thread receptacle If you need to convert the polarizing adapter to a 1/4–20 receptacle, insert the 1/4–20 thread insert into the polarizing adapter 105861 1/4–20 Thread Insert 20 | Mounting Instructions
To attach the included adapters to the Model 3142E: Model 3142E mounted onto 4-TR using included 100989 Polarizing Mounting Adapter and 105861 1/4–20 Thread Insert 1. If required, insert the 1/4–20 thread insert into the mounting adapter. 2. Remove the mounting knob from the mounting bracket on the antenna. 3. Slide the mounting bracket onto the mounting adapter with the adapter placed between the shoulders of the mounting bracket. 4.
Using the Stinger to Mount to a Model 2175 MiniMast Do not use the stinger to mount the Model 3142E onto a 4-TR tripod. The stinger mount provides on-axis rotation during 90° horizontal or vertical polarization. The stinger enables you to mount the antenna directly to an ETS-Lindgren 7-TR Tripod or mast. Before you begin: Install the center rotate boom (part# 108197) for rear-mount stinger-type antennas.
2. Attach the cable to the Type N connector at the end of the stinger. 3. Slide the cable and stinger into the clamp on the boom, carefully guiding the cable out the other end. 4. When you reach the back of the balun box, align it with the boom receptacle, and then slide the smaller portion of the balun box into the boom. This will prevent rotation of the antenna unless the boom is being polarized.
5. Tighten the clamp knobs on the boom to secure the antenna into place.
Additional Mounting Options 4-TR MOUNTING OPTIONS Following are additional options for mounting the Model 3142E onto an ETS-Lindgren 4-TR tripod. Contact the ETS-Lindgren Sales Department for information on ordering optional mounting hardware.
7-TR AND M AST MOUNTING OPTIONS The stinger on the Model 3142E enables you to mount to antenna directly to an ETS-Lindgren 7-TR Tripod Positioner. However, following are additional options for mounting the Model 3142E onto 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.
2X2 BOOM MOUNTING OPTIONS Following are additional options for mounting the Model 3142E 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.
6.0 Typical Data Typical Antenna Factor and Gain Distance for the ANSI 3-meter and 10-meter calibrations is measured from the antenna midpoint, and for SAE 1-meter calibrations the distance is measured from the antenna tip. Midpoint is defined as half the distance between the small elements and the bowties, which is about 45 cm from the small end tip.
Typical VSWR 30 | Typical Data
Typical Half Power Beamwidth Typical Data | 31
Typical Radiation Patterns 30 MHZ—50 MHZ 32 | Typical Data
70 MHZ—90 MHZ Typical Data | 33
100 MHZ—200 MHZ 34 | Typical Data
300 MHZ—400 MHZ Typical Data | 35
500 MHZ—600 MHZ 36 | Typical Data
700 MHZ—800 MHZ Typical Data | 37
900 MHZ—1000 MHZ 38 | Typical Data
2000 MHZ—3000 MHZ Typical Data | 39
00 MHZ—5000 MHZ 40 | Typical Data
6000 MHZ Typical Data | 41
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Appendix A: Warranty See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the complete ETS-Lindgren warranty for your Model 3142E BiConiLog™ Antenna. DURATION OF WARRANTIES FOR MODEL 3142E All product warranties, except the warranty of title, and all remedies for warranty failures are limited to two years.
