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Professional Antennas and Combiners BROADCAST BROADCAST
Photo on title page: Kathrein Smart Monitoring System Catalogue Issue 06/2019 Kathrein Broadcast Antenna Systems are known for their well-thought-out engineering, and solutions which are exactly tailored to the customer specifications. The products are of the highest quality, designed for long-term trouble free operation, even in harsh environmental conditions. Radiators and reflectors are made of hot-dip galvanized steel or corrosion- resistant aluminum alloy. The selected materials provide a long product life combined with best RF broadband performance. Our products are compliant to the EU Directive RoHS as well as to other environmentally relevant regulations (e.g. REACH). RoHS Our quality assurance system and our environmental management system apply to the entire company and are certified by TÜV according to EN ISO 9001 and EN ISO 14001. Information about KATHREIN Broadcast As of 1st June 2019, KATHREIN SE's (formerly KATHREIN-Werke KG) business unit "BROADCAST" will be transferred to KATHREIN Broadcast GmbH (limited liability company). From 1st June 2019, the new company data are: KATHREIN Broadcast GmbH Ing.-Anton-Kathrein-Str. 1, 3, 5, 7
83101 Rohrdorf, Germany
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Kathrein Broadcast Antennas Kathrein is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of professional broadcast antenna systems, including a full range of transmitting antennas for FM, TV, DAB and DTV broadcasting. Kathrein was founded in 1919 in Rosenheim, Germany, to produce antennas and lightning protection equipment. Since 1955 Kathrein has been supplying professional antenna systems of all sizes to broadcasters in every part of the world, from Canada to China and from Norway to South Africa. Right from the start Kathrein has maintained a high level of engineering capability. Today there is a team of antenna and mechanical engineers dealing exclusively with broadcast transmitting antennas. This highly qualified engineering team is responsible for:
- Design of components (antennas, power splitters, etc.).
- Design and optimization of complete antenna systems.
- Installation and testing of antenna systems.
- Project management. Kathrein can provide turn-key installations in cooperation with other contractors or using the customer’s installation personnel. Customers are welcome to take advantage of the technical expertise available from Kathrein and to discuss their specific requirements. If your needs cannot be met with our standard components we are prepared to develop special solutions for you. Kathrein’s quality management system is certified in accordance with ISO 9001, which includes not only all manufacturing operations, but also design processes.
As a result of more stringent legal regulations and judgements regarding product liability, we are obliged to point out certain risks that may arise when products are used under extraordinary operating conditions. The mechanical design is based on the environmental conditions as stipulated in ETS 300 019-1-4. The antennas may be used at locations where the anticipated peak wind velocity or gust wind speed lies within the maximum wind speed listed in the datasheet. We guarantee the mechanical safety and electrical functionality under such conditions. The wind speeds are defined in accordance with the DIN, EN or TIA standards. This guarantee makes allowance for the partial safety factors specified in those standards. Extraordinary operating conditions, such as heavy icing or exceptional dynamic stress (e.g. strain caused by oscillating support structures), may result in the breakage of an antenna or even cause it to fall to the ground. Cylindrical bodies can show crosswind res- ponse, which can cause the supporting structure to oscillate and to be damaged. Prisma- tic bodies, even with non-circular cross-section can show crosswind response, which can cause the supporting structure to oscillate (see EN 1991-1-4 or EN 1993-3-1). These facts must be considered during the site planning process. The installation team must be properly qualified and also be familiar with the relevant na- tional safety regulations. The details given in our data sheets have to be followed carefully when installing the an- tennas and accessories. The limits for the coupling torque of RF-connectors, recommended by the connector manufacturers must be obeyed. Our quality assurance system and our environmental management system apply to the entire company and are certified by TÜV according to EN ISO 9001 and EN ISO 14001. We reserve the right to make alterations in accordance with the requirements of our cus- tomers, therefore for binding data please check valid data sheets on our homepage: www. kathrein.com
Combiners and Filters for FM Broadcast Power Splitters Antenna Systems The antenna systems listed are examples of typical configurations. The mechanical and electrical data can be used to estimate gain, size and mechanical loads of a system. The final configuration and technical data of an individually designed antenna system, meeting the customer’s specific needs, will be determined by the Kathrein engineers. Antennas, Power Splitters and Accessories The basic antennas and related components shown in this catalog are only a small portion of the Kathrein broadcast product line. Various power splitters with different splitting ratio are available to create customized radiation patterns. Your enquiries are most welcome and we would like to discuss your special requirements. Band I (VHF) Antenna Systems 47...88 MHz Band I (VHF) Antennas 47...88 MHz Band II (FM) Antenna Systems 87.5–108 MHz Band II (FM) Antennas 87.5–108 MHz Band III (VHF) Antenna Systems 174–240 MHz Band III (VHF) Antennas 174–240 MHz Band IV/V (UHF) Antenna Systems 470–862 MHz Band IV/V (UHF) Antennas 470–862 MHz Further Components Technical Annex
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The articles are listed by order number in numerical order. K No.* Page K No.* Page K52... K522217 48 K522257 72 K523057 64 K523058 64 K5231187 40 K5231188 40 K523157 67 K5231817 18 K5231827 18 K5231837 18 K5231847 18 K5231857 18 K5231867 18 K523417 41 K5234517 66 K5234527 66 K5234817 19 K5234827 19 K5234837 19 K5234847 19 K5234857 19 K5234867 19 K524017 47 K5240517 69 K5240527 69 K53... K5332187 43 K5332188 43 K61... K611521 129 K611522 129 K611523 129 K611541 129 K611542 129 K611543 129 K611561 129 K611562 129 K61301 126 K73... K733147 89 * only for reference
47...88 MHz Antenna Systems 47...88 MHz Superturnstile Antenna Station “Belo Horizonte”, Brazil
47...88 MHz H
- Antenna array of straight dipole panels (page 18) for different radiation patterns, especially suitable for mounting on square masts. Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency One channel in Band I (47…88 MHz) VSWR, typically < 1.05 in one channel Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* in dBd Weight in kg (without mounting hardware) Frequency in MHz Windload in kN (160 km/h) Frequency in MHz Antenna height H in m (Spacing S in m) Frequency in MHz 47–54 54–61 60–68 66–72 76–82 82–88 47–54 54–61 60–68 66–72 76–82 82–88 47–54 54–61 60–68 66–72 76–82 82–88 10.9 (6.4) 9.6 (5.6) 8.6 (5.0) 8.0 (4.7) 7.0 (4.1) 6.5 23.7 (6.4) 20.8 (5.6) 18.6 (5.0) 17.4 (4.7) 15.2 (4.1) 14.1 36.5 (6.4) 32.0 (5.6) 28.6 (5.0) 26.7 (4.7) 23.3 (4.1) 21.7 49.3 (6.4) 43.2 (5.6) 38.6 (5.0) 36.1 (4.7) 31.5 (4.1) 29.3 * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 1) System B, Europa 2) System M, N, America H S
47...88 MHz TV Transmitting Antenna Polarization 47...88 MHz H Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Different power splitting dB dB dB dB 1/10 P 1/10 P 4/10 P 4/10 P
47...88 MHz H
- Antenna array of bent dipole panels (page 19) for different radiation patterns, especially suitable for mounting on triangular or round masts. Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency One channel in Band I (47…88 MHz) VSWR, typically < 1.05 in one channel Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 1) System B, Europa 2) System M, N, America H S No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* in dBd Weight in kg (without mounting hardware) Frequency in MHz Windload in kN (160 km/h) Frequency in MHz Antenna height H in m (Spacing S in m) Frequency in MHz 47–54 54–61 60–68 66–72 76–82 82–88 47–54 54–61 60–68 66–72 76–82 82–88 47–54 54–61 60–68 66–72 76–82 82–88 (6.4) 9.6 (5.6) 8.6 (5.0) 8.0 (4.7) 7.0 (4.1) 6.5 (6.4) 20.8 (5.6) 18.6 (5.0) 17.4 (4.7) 15.2 (4.1) 14.1 (6.4) 32.0 (5.6) 28.6 (5.0) 26.7 (4.7) 23.3 (4.1) 21.7 (6.4) 43.2 (5.6) 38.6 (5.0) 36.1 (4.7) 31.5 (4.1) 29.3
47...88 MHz 60° TV Transmitting Antenna Polarization 47...88 MHz H Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Different power splitting 60° dB dB dB dB 1/7 P 3/7 P 3/7 P1/4 P 3/4 P
Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements, 12 kW max. per bay. Frequency One channel in Band I (54...88 MHz) VSWR, typically < 1.05 in one operating channel. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency opration and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Internal connections The radiating elements are fed with coaxial connecting cables and hybrid couplers or power splitters. Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Mounting On top of existing structure. Ice protection The radiating slots are protected by a fiberglass cover. Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity As required. VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 54...88 MHz H
- Superturnstile Antenna made of hot-dip galvanized steel for mounting on top of mast. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.4 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). steel tube ∅ 508 mm S H W No. of bays Gain* in dBd Approx. weight in kg (incl. steel tube) Frequency in MHz Approx. wind load incl. steel tube in kN (160 km/h) Frequency in MHz Approx. height H in m (spacing S in m) Frequency in MHz Approx. width W in m Frequency in MHz 54–60 60–66 66–72 76–82 82–88 54–60 60–66 66–72 76–82 82–88 54–60 60–66 66–72 76–82 82–88 54–60 60–66 66–72 76–82 82–88 (5.3) 8.0 (4.8) 7.9 (4.4) 6.3 (3.8) 5.9 (5.3) 12.8 (4.8) 11.7 (4.4) 10.1 (3.8) 9.4 (5.3) 17.6 (4.8) 16.2 (4.4) 14.0 (3.8) 13.0
47...88 MHz VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 54...88 MHz H Typical Horizontal Radiation Pattern (at mid-band) Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked superturnstiles. *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt dB 1 bay 2 bays 3 bays 4 bays 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030
47...88 MHz Antennas for TV in lower VHF Band 47...88 MHz
47...88 MHz H
- Especially suitable for square masts. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 72° dB 56° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern Order No. 601070 K5231817 601071 K5231827 601072 K5231837 601819 K5231847 601820 K5231857 601821 K5231867 Input 2 x 7-16 female Max. power 3 kW per input Frequency 47 – 54 MHz 54 – 61 MHz 60 – 68 MHz 66 – 72 MHz 76 – 82 MHz 82 – 88 MHz Channel System B, Europa System M, N, America 2 3 3 4 5 6 VSWR < 1.15 Gain (at mid-band) 7.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Weight 140 kg 124 kg 110 kg 100 kg 94 kg 89 kg Wind load in kN (at 160 km/h) frontal lateral 2.50 1.25 2.20 1.10 1.95 0.95 1.80 0.90 1.60 0.80 1.50 0.75 Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Dimensions in mm (approx.) A B C 3360 3200 1330 2960 2800 1180 2640 2500 1060 2470 2340 995 2165 2040 875 2015 1900 820 Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome: Fiberglass. Mounting: Mounting hardware and mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under severe icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to its heavy-duty construction and the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Scope of supply: Antenna consisting of two half-wave dipoles with reflector screens. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Length see table
47...88 MHz Panel Antenna Polarization 47...88 MHz H
- Especially suitable for triangular and round masts. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 80° dB 56° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern Order No. 602037 K5234817 602038 K5234827 602039 K5234837 602040 K5234847 602041 K5234857 602042 K5234867 Input 2 x 7-16 female Max. power 3 kW per input Frequency 47 – 54 MHz 54 – 61 MHz 60 – 68 MHz 66 – 72 MHz 76 – 82 MHz 82 – 88 MHz Channel System B, Europa System M, N, America 2 3 3 4 5 6 VSWR < 1.15 Gain (at mid-band) 7 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Weight 148 kg 137 kg 125 kg 117 kg 103 kg 97 kg Wind load in kN (at 160 km/h) frontal lateral 2.50 1.30 2.20 1.20 2.00 1.10 1.85 1.00 1.60 0.90 1.45 0.85 Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Dimensions in mm (approx.) A B C 3360 3200 1330 2960 2800 1180 2688 2500 1060 2470 2340 995 2155 2040 875 2000 1900 820 Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome: Fiberglass. Mounting: Mounting hardware and mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under icy conditions the antenna keeps operating due to the radomes covering the feed areas. Scope of supply: Antenna consisting of two half-wave dipoles with reflector screens. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Length see table
87.5–108 MHz Antenna Systems 87.5–108 MHz Broadcast Station “Steinkimmen”, Germany
87.5–108 MHz H
- Antenna array of dipole panels (page 40) for different radiation patterns.
- Especially suitable for mounting on square masts.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 3200 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 throughout the whole frequency range. Lower VSWR for parts of band upon request. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 5.0 3.5 2.0 3.2 2.2 1.6 140 210 280 2.5 2.4 3.9 4.8 8.0 6.5 5.0 6.3 4.5 3.2 280 420 550 5.7 4.8 7.8 9.6 11.0 9.5 8.0 12.6 8.9 6.3 550 830 1120 12.1 9.6 15.6 19.3 12.8 11.3 9.7 19.1 13.0 9.3 830 1250 1660 18.5 14.4 23.4 28.9 14.0 12.5 11.0 25.1 17.8 12.6 1120 1660 2200 24.9 19.3 31.3 38.5
87.5–108 MHz FM Transmitting Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Different power splitting 4/10 P 4/10 P 1/10 P 1/10 P dB dB dB dB
87.5–108 MHz V
- Antenna array of dipole panels (page 40) for different radiation patterns.
- Especially suitable for mounting on square masts.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 3000 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 throughout the whole frequency range. Lower VSWR for parts of band upon request. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 5.4 3.7 2.3 3.5 2.3 1.7 140 210 280 1.8 2.3 3.8 4.7 8.4 6.7 5.3 6.9 4.7 3.4 280 420 550 4.8 4.7 7.7 9.3 11.4 9.7 8.3 13.8 9.3 6.8 550 830 1120 10.8 9.3 15.3 18.6 13.2 11.5 10.1 20.9 14.1 10.2 830 1250 1660 16.8 14.0 23.0 27.9 14.4 12.7 11.3 27.5 18.6 13.5 1120 1660 2200 25.8 18.6 30.6 37.2
87.5–108 MHz FM Transmitting Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz V Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Different power splitting Bd Bd Bd Bd 1/10 P 1/10 P 4/10 P 4/10 P
87.5–108 MHz H
- Antenna array of dipole panels (page 41) for different radiation patterns.
- Especially suitable for mounting on triangular or round masts.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 3200 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 throughout the whole frequency range. Lower VSWR for parts of band upon request. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency oparation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 1 2 3.9 1.7 2.5 1.5 150 220 2.5 2.9 4.4 2 2 6.9 4.7 4.9 3.0 290 420 5.7 5.9 8.8 4 2 9.9 7.7 9.8 5.9 560 850 12.1 11.8 17.5 6 2 11.7 9.5 14.8 8.9 850 1290 18.5 17.6 26.3 8 2 12.9 10.7 19.5 11.7 1150 1700 24.9 23.5 35.0
87.5–108 MHz FM Transmitting Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Different power splitting 60°60° 3/4 P 1/4 P 3/7 P 3/7 P 1/7 P dB dB dB dB
87.5–108 MHz V
- Antenna array of dipole panels (page 42) for different radiation patterns.
- Especially suitable for mounting on triangular or round masts.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. 3000 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 throughout the whole frequency range. Lower VSWR for parts of band upon request. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 1 2 3.9 1.7 2.5 1.5 150 220 2.2 2.4 3.9 2 2 6.9 4.7 4.9 3.0 290 420 5.2 4.8 7.7 4 2 9.9 7.7 9.8 5.9 560 850 11.2 9.6 15.5 6 2 11.7 9.5 14.8 8.9 850 1290 17.2 14.3 23.2 8 2 12.9 10.7 19.5 11.7 1150 1700 23.2 19.1 30.9
87.5–108 MHz FM Transmitting Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz V Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Different power splitting 60°60° 3/4 P 1/4 P 3/7 P 3/7 P 1/7 P Bd Bd Bd Bd
87.5–108 MHz
- Antenna array of circularly polarized dipole panels (page 43) for different radiation patterns.
- Especially suitable for mounting on square masts.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Gain figures refer to circularly polarized transmission and linear polarized Rx antenna. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 3000 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 throughout the whole frequency range. Lower VSWR for parts of band upon request. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Linear, circular or elliptical Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 1 2 2.0 0.5 –1.0 1.6 1.1 0.8 210 320 420 2.2 2.7 4.3 5.4 2 2 5.0 3.5 2.0 3.2 2.4 1.6 420 650 850 5.2 5.4 8.5 10.8 4 2 8.0 6.5 5.0 6.3 4.5 3.2 850 1300 1660 11.2 10.8 17.0 21.5 6 2 9.8 8.3 6.7 9.6 6.8 4.7 1300 1870 2540 17.2 16.1 25.5 32.3 8 2 11.0 9.5 8.0 12.6 8.9 6.3 1660 2540 3350 23.2 21.5 34.0 43.0 H V X
87.5–108 MHz FM Transmitting Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Different power splitting 4/10 P 4/10 P 1/10 P 1/10 P dB dB dB dB H V X
87.5–108 MHz V
- An economic FM-transmitting antenna system can be built by stacking 2 or more vertical dipoles (page 44) in front of a tubular mast (∅ 60–120 mm).
- Such antenna systems provide signal coverage in all azimuth directions as shown in the horizontal radiation pattern below. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 2100 mm > 250 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.3 throughout the whole frequency range. Lower VSWR for parts of band upon request. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, wih preferred direction. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h No. of bays Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) frontal N lateral N 2 5.0 3.2 40 3.48 230 440 4 8.0 6.3 80 7.68 460 880 6 9.7 9.3 120 11.88 690 1320 8 11.0 12.6 180 16.08 920 1760 10 11.8 15.1 220 20.28 1150 2200 12 12.7 18.6 270 24.48 1380 2640 16 14.0 25.1 350 32.88 1840 3520
87.5–108 MHz FM Transmitting Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz V Typical Horizontal Radiation Pattern (at mid-band) (Radiators mounted onto a slim steel tube, tower effects not considered) Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked radiators. *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt dB 220° 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays 12 bays 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 0 10 E rel 20 α°4030 1.0 0.5
87.5–108 MHz H
- Superturnstile Antenna made of hot-dip galvanized steel for mounting on top of mast.
- Up to 4 bays may be built as self-supporting version. Up to 8 bays can be stacked inside a self-supporting GRP cylinder. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.4 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). ** Only according to antenna aperture H without base flange and top. ∅ 1.6 m GRP cylinder 3000 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements, 10 kW max. per bay. Frequency 87.5–108 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 throughout the whole frequency range. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency opration and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Internal connections The radiating elements are fed with coaxial connecting cables and hybrid couplers. Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Mounting On top of existing structure by means of a flange. Ice protection The radiating slots are protected by a fiberglass cover. Cylinder provides full protection. Grounding Via mounting parts resp. via 4 grounding ropes at the exterior cylinder-surface. Max. wind velocity As required. No. of bays Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight kg self- with supporting cylinder version 1.6 m ∅ Antenna height H m Windload** (160 km/h) kN self- with supporting cylinder version 1.6 m ∅ 1.26 2.51 5.00 10.00 470 810 1450 depending on fiberglass cylinder 3.3 6.5 14.0 4.0 8.0 16.0 32.0
87.5–108 MHz FM Transmitting Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H Typical Horizontal Radiation Pattern (at mid-band) Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked superturnstiles. *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt dB 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030
87.5–108 MHz H
- Antenna array of Log.-Per. Antenna (page 49) for different radiation patterns.
- High-power FM Antenna System with very low wind load.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). H 2300 mm Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 throughout the whole frequency range.* Lower VSWR for parts of band upon request. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 225 km/h * It is recommended to use decoupling rods, Type 7530000004 or similar, between the bays of the system, to ensure a proper VSWR over the complete band. No. of bays Log.-Per. per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 7.0 5.4 4.2 5.0 3.5 2.6 160 230 300 2.5 1.3 1.9 2.5 10.0 8.5 7.2 10.0 7.1 5.3 300 440 680 7.1 2.5 3.8 5.0 13.1 11.5 10.3 20.4 14.1 10.7 680 960 1240 16.3 5.0 7.6 10.0 14.0 12.5 11.2 25.1 17.8 13.2 830 1180 1530 20.9 6.3 9.5 12.5 14.8 13.3 12.0 30.2 21.4 15.9 970 1390 1810 25.5 7.5 11.4 15.0
87.5–108 MHz FM Transmitting Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 8 bays 10 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Different power splitting 4/10 P 4/10 P 1/10 P 1/10 P dB dB dB dB 2 bays 4 bays 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030
87.5–108 MHz Antennas for FM in VHF Band 87.5–108 MHz
87.5–108 MHz H V
- Especially suitable for square masts. Order No. 601278 K5231187 601629 K5231188 715849 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange 13-30 female Max. power 3 kW 5 kW 7 kW Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.15 Gain (at mid-band) 7.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal or vertical Weight 64 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Horizontally polarized Vertically polarized Frontal / lateral: 1500 N / 875 N Frontal / lateral: 1500 N / 825 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome: Fiberglass. Mounting: Mounting hardware and mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under severe icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to its heavy-duty construction and the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Scope of supply: Antenna without mounting clamps. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 73° dB 57° in E-plane in H-plane A: ~ 2490 mm B: ~ 1740 mm C: ~ 730 mm
87.5–108 MHz Panel Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H
- Especially suitable for triangular and round masts. Order No. 601694 K523417 75010008 752183 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange 13-30 female Max. power 3 kW 5 kW 7 kW Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 7 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Weight 66 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 1700 N Lateral: 875 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome: Fiberglass. Mounting: Mounting hardware and mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under severe icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to its heavy-duty construction and the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Scope of supply: Antenna without mounting clamps. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 80° dB 56° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern A: ~ 2490 mm B: ~ 1740 mm C: ~ 850 mm
87.5–108 MHz V
- Especially suitable for triangular and round masts. Order No. 772500 772501 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange Max. power 3 kW 5 kW Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.15 Gain (at mid-band) 6 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 65 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 1550 N Lateral: 850 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome: Fiberglass. Mounting: To a vertical pipe of ∅ 89 mm by 3 pcs. U-bolts (supplied) or to proper flanges. Mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under icy conditions the antenna keeps operating due to the radomes covering the feed areas. Scope of supply: Antenna consisting of two half-wave dipoles with reflector screen and 3 U-bolts. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 67° dB 70° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern A: ~ 2200 mm B: ~ 2000 mm
87.5–108 MHz Panel Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H V X
- Optionally for circular, horizontal, vertical or slant polarization.
- Especially suitable for square masts. Order No. 601768 K5332187 601979 K5332188 Input 4 x 7-16 female 4 x ⅞ʺ EIA flange Max. power 3 kW per input 4 kW per input Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.25 (linear polarization) < 1.1 (circular polarization) Gain (at mid-band) 7.5 dBd (linear polarization) 4.5 dBd (circular polarization) Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal, vertical, circular Weight 89 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 1600 N Lateral: 1130 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h 4 dipoles are arranged symmetrically in front of a reflector screen. With suitable feeding the antenna radiates circularly polarized. An isolation of 40–50 dB between horizontal and vertical pairs of dipoles is achieved through the special design. This design allows the transmission of 2 programs – horizontally and vertically polarized – independently from each other. Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Weather protection: fiberglass cover. Mounting: The antenna must be mounted so that the bent radiators are horizontally polarized. Mounting dimensions and mounting hardware on request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under severe icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to its heavy-duty construction and the fiber- glass covers for the feeding points. Scope of supply: Antenna without mounting clamps. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Polarization: Suitable feeding of the horizontal and vertical dipole pairs optionally result in left or right hand circular or elliptical or slant polarization or simul taneous horizontal and vertical polarization. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) Horizontal Polarization (bent dipoles) Vertical Polarization (straight dipoles) dB 66° dB 62° dB 62° dB 64° in E-plane Horizontal Radiation Pattern in H-plane Horizontal Radiation Pattern in H-plane Vertical Radiation Pattern in E-plane Vertical Radiation Pattern A = B: ~ 2200 mm C: ~ 830 mm
87.5–108 MHz V
- Quasi-omnidirectional radiation pattern.
- For tubular masts. Order No. 762943 763715 775130 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange 1⅝ʺ EIA flange Max. power 3 kW 5 kW 10 kW Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.3 < 1.25 Gain (at mid-band) 2 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 13 kg 22 kg Wind load Frontal: (at 160 km/h) Lateral: 115 N 220 N 165 N 340 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h 300 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Mounting: To pipes of 60–125 mm by means of 2 mounting clamps, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) (Radiator mounted onto a slim steel tube, tower effects not considered) dB 220° dB 70° Vertical Radiation PatternHorizontal Radiation Pattern A: ~ 1380 mm B: ~ 830 mm
87.5–108 MHz Yagi Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz V Order No. 770777 770776 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange Max. power 3 kW 5 kW Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.3 Gain (at mid-band) 4 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 13 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 165 N Lateral: 275 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Mounting: To pipes of 60–125 mm ∅ by means of 2 U-bolts, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) 150° dB dB 70° Vertical Radiation PatternHorizontal Radiation Pattern A: ~ 1822 mm B: ~ 1300 mm
- 3 element broadband Yagi antenna.
87.5–108 MHz V Order No. 775838 775738 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange Max. power 3 kW 5 kW Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.3 Gain (at mid-band) 5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 20 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 200 N Lateral: 390 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Mounting: To pipes of 60–125 mm ∅ by means of 2 U-bolts, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) 120° dB dB 60° Vertical Radiation PatternHorizontal Radiation Pattern A: ~ 1750 mm B: ~ 1600 mm
- 4 element broadband Yagi antenna.
87.5–108 MHz Yagi Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H V
- 4 element broadband Yagi antenna.
- Component for low power transmitting antennas. Order No. 600263 K524017 Input 7-16 female Max. power 500 W Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.3 Gain (at mid-band) 5.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal or vertical Weight 13.5 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Horizontally polarized Vertically polarized Frontal / lateral: 215 N / 160 N Frontal / lateral: 215 N / 340 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Supporting pipe: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Director pipe and reflector: Weather-proof aluminum. Radiator in fiberglass radome. Mounting: To pipes of 60–115 mm diameter by means of mounting clamps, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 65° dB 102°102° in E-plane in H-plane A: ~ 1400 mm B: ~ 1700 mm
Log.-Per. Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H
- Logarithmic-periodic broadband directional antenna with extremely low side-lobes.
- High reliability even under heavy icy conditions. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 60° dB 95° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern A: ~ 2600 mm B: ~ 2050 mm Order No. 600232 K522217 Input 7-16 female Max. power 2.5 kW Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.3 Gain (at mid-band) 6 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Weight 46 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 500 N Lateral: 875 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Side-lobe suppression > 25 dB Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Mounting: To pipes of 60–115 mm diameter by means of mounting clamps, supplied. Attention: Antenna may not be installed with vertical polarization. Special version for vertical polarization upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts.
87.5–108 MHz Log.-Per. Antenna Polarization 87.5–108 MHz H V
- Logarithmic-periodic broadband directional antenna.
- Suitable for sites with icing. Order No. 75010285 75010286 75010287 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange 1⅝ʺ EIA flange Max. power 3 kW 5 kW 7 kW Frequency range 87.5 – 108 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal or vertical Weight 29 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Horizontally polarized Vertically polarized Frontal / lateral: 300 N / 325 N Frontal / lateral: 300 N / 475 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Mounting: To pipes of 60–120 mm diameter by means of mounting clamps, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) 110° Bd Bd 65° in H-planein E-plane A: ~ 1489 mm B: ~ 1778 mm B A Horizontal Polarization Vertical Polarization
174–240 MHz Antenna Systems 174–240 MHz Broadcast Station “Heidelberg”, Germany
- Antenna array of dipole panels (page 64) for different radiation patterns.
- Especially suitable for mounting on square masts.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.4 dB null fill: 0.2 – 0.5 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 1600 mm H No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 5.5 4.3 3.1 3.5 2.7 2.0 122 1.3 1.1 1.8 2.1 8.5 7.3 6.1 7.1 5.4 4.1 122 173 224 2.9 2.1 3.6 4.3 11.5 10.3 9.1 14.1 10.7 8.1 224 346 453 6.1 4.3 7.3 8.5 VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 174 – 230 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.05 in the operating channel after tuning or < 1.1 in the whole range. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h
174–240 MHz Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Different power splitting 4/6 P 1/6 P 1/6 P dB dB dB dB VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz H 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030
- Antenna array of dipole panels (page 65) for different radiation patterns.
- Especially suitable for mounting on square masts.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.4 dB null fill: 0.2 – 0.5 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). 1500 mm H No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 4.5 2.7 1.9 2.8 1.9 1.5 120 160 1.3 1.2 1.9 2.4 7.5 5.7 4.9 5.6 3.7 3.1 160 240 320 2.7 2.4 3.8 4.8 10.5 8.7 7.9 11.2 7.4 6.2 320 490 650 5.5 4.8 7.5 9.5 VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–240 MHz V Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 174 – 240 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.15 in the whole range. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h
174–240 MHz Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Bd Bd Bd VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–240 MHz V 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030
- Antenna array of dipole panels (page 66) for different radiation patterns.
- Especially suitable for mounting on triangular or round masts.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. 1600 mm H * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 1 2 3.9 1.7 2.5 1.5 70 1.2 0.8 1.2 2 2 6.9 4.7 4.9 3.0 140 2.8 1.7 2.4 4 2 9.9 7.7 9.8 5.9 180 270 6.0 3.3 4.8 6 2 11.7 9.5 14.8 8.9 270 400 9.2 5.0 7.2 8 2 12.9 10.7 19.5 11.7 360 540 12.4 6.6 9.6 VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 174 – 202 MHz resp. 202 – 230 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.05 in the operating channels after tuning. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity 240 km/h
174–240 MHz Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 Equal power splitting Different power splitting 60°60° 3/4 P 1/4 P 3/7 P 1/7 P 3/7 P dB dB dB dB VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz H
- Superturnstile Antenna made of hot-dip galvanized steel for mounting on top of mast.
- Up to 6 bays may be built as self-supporting version. Up to 16 bays can be stacked inside a self-supporting GRP cylinder. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.4 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). ** Only according to antenna aperture H without base flange and top. 1500 mm H ∅ 1.6 m GRP cylinder VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 174 – 230 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.05 in the operating channel or < 1.15 in the whole range. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Internal connections The radiating elements are fed with coaxial connecting cables and hybrid couplers. Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Mounting On top of existing structure by means of a flange. Ice protection The radiating slots are protected by a fiberglass cover. Cylinder provides full protection. Grounding Via mounting parts resp. via 4 grounding ropes at the exterior cylinder-surface. Max. wind velocity As required. No. of bays Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight kg self- with supporting cylinder version 1.6 m ∅ Antenna height H m Windload** (v = 160 km/h) kN self- with supporting cylinder version 1.6 m ∅ 2 4.0 2.5 430 depending on fiber- glass cylinder 3.0 1.5 4.0 8 10.0 10.0 – 12.0 – 16.0 12 11.8 15.1 – 18.0 – 24.0 16 13.0 20.0 – 24.0 – 32.0
174–240 MHz Typical Horizontal Radiation Pattern (at mid-band) Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. dB VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz H 2 bays 4 bays 6 bays 8 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030
- Antenna system consisting of special dipole panels mounted in a hexagonal configuration, in GRP cylinder with 1.6 m diameter. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.4 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). ** Only according to antenna aperture H without base flange and top. 2350 mm H VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz V Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 174 – 230 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 in the whole range Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Internal connections The radiating elements are fed with coaxial connecting cables and power splitters. Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Mounting On top of existing structure by means of a flange. Ice protection Cylinder provides full protection. Grounding Via mounting parts resp. via grounding ropes at the exterior cylinder-surface. Max. wind velocity As required. No. of bays Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight kg with cylinder 1.6 m ∅ Antenna height H m Windload** (v = 160 km/h) kN with cylinder 1.6 m ∅ 1 3.8 2.4 depending on fiber- glass cylinder 2.3 3.1 2 6.7 4.7 4.7 6.3 3 8.5 7.1 7.0 9.3 4 9.6 9.3 9.4 12.5
174–240 MHz Typical Horizontal Radiation Pattern (at mid-band) Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. dB VHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz V 1 bay 2 bays 3 bays 4 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel α°4030
174–240 MHz V
- Especially suitable for mounting at the top of masts.
- Consists of types 16911184 (lower half) and 75010365/368 (upper half), power splitter and cabling. B A C Splitter input 15/8ʺ EIA flange 31/8ʺ EIA flange Max. power 8 kW 16 kW Frequency range 174 – 240 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 7.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 230 kg Wind load 2300 N (at 160 km/h) Bending moment 5900 Nm (at 160 km/h) Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material of radiators: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Weather protection: Fiberglass. Mounting: Radiators: On top of a mast with suitable flange. Splitter: Directly below the radiators. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Note: Systems with other downtilt and cable configu- ration are available on request. The system may also be operated with two main- feeders, in half antenna configuration. A: 5346 mm B: 900 mm C: 870 mm Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) Bd Horizontal Radiation Pattern Typical Vertical Radiation Pattern at mid-band Electrical Downtilt: 1.5° E rel 0 10 20 0.5
174–240 MHz Antennas for TV and DAB in upper VHF Band 174–240 MHz
174–230 MHz H V
- Especially suitable for square masts. Order No. 600241 K523057 602036 K523058 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange Max. power 2 kW 2.5 kW Frequency range 174 – 230 MHz VSWR < 1.08 Gain (at mid-band) 8 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal or vertical Weight 23 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Horizontal: Vertical: Frontal / lateral: 750 N / 315 N Frontal / lateral: 750 N / 375 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Weather protection: Fiberglass. Mounting: By means of the pair of hot-dip galvanized steel clamps: 75310466 to pipes of 60–115 mm ∅ 75310465 to pipes of 115–210 mm ∅ (please order separately). Mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under severe icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to its heavy-duty construction and the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Scope of supply: Antenna without mounting clamps. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 62° dB 60° in E-plane in H-plane A: ~ 1300 mm B: ~ 1300 mm C: ~ 415 mm
174–240 MHz Panel Antenna Polarization 174–240 MHz V
- Especially suitable for square and round masts. Order No. 75010350 75010352 Input 7-16 female 13-30 female Max. power 2 kW 4 kW Frequency range 174 – 240 MHz VSWR 174 – 230 MHz: < 1.15 230 – 240 MHz: < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 8 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 35 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 500 N Lateral: 690 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Weather protection: Fiberglass. Mounting: Mounting hardware and mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under severe icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to its heavy-duty construction and the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Scope of supply: Antenna without mounting clamps. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 59° dB 68° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern A: ~ 1300 mm B: ~ 1300 mm C: ~ 400 mm A B C
174...240 MHz H
- Especially suitable for triangular and round masts. Order No. 601157 K5234517 601835 K5234527 Input 7-16 female Max. power 2 kW Frequency range 174 – 202 MHz 202 – 240 MHz VSWR < 1.15 Gain (at mid-band) 7 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Weight 20 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 375 N Lateral: 375 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Weather protection: Fiberglass. Mounting: By means of the pair of hot-dip galvanized steel clamps: 75310466 to pipes of 60–115 mm ∅ 75310465 to pipes of 115–210 mm ∅ (please order separately). Further mounting hardware and mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under severe icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to its heavy-duty construction and the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Scope of supply: Antenna without mounting clamps. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 80° dB 56° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern A: ~ 1200 mm B: ~ 860 mm C: ~ 405 mm
174–240 MHz Panel Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz
- Light weight panel of weather-resistant aluminum. Order No. 600256 K523157 Input 7-16 female Max. power 1 kW Frequency range 174 – 230 MHz VSWR < 1.15 Gain (at mid-band) 7.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal or vertical by conversion of two clamps Weight 7 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Horizontal: Vertical: Frontal / lateral: 440 N / 250 N Frontal / lateral: 440 N / 350 N Max. wind velocity Horizontal: Vertical: 225 km/h 200 km/h Material: Weather-resistant aluminum. Mounting: To pipes of 60 – 115 mm ∅ by means of mounting clamps, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Special features: The antenna will be shipped dismounted. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 61° dB 66° in E-plane in H-plane H V A: ~ 1200 mm B: ~ 1200 mm C: ~ 360 mm
174–240 MHz
- Dual-polarized antenna (horizontal/vertical).
- Optionally circular or slant polarization.
- For TV and DAB in one system. Order No. 75010085 Input 2 x 7-16 female Max. power 2 kW per input Frequency range for vertical polarization 174 – 223 MHz 174 – 240 MHz VSWR < 1.2 (linear polarization) < 1.1 (circular polarization) Gain (at mid-band) 7.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Linear: horizontal, vertical, slant circular Weight 35 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 850 N Lateral: 720 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome: Fiberglass. Mounting: Using M16 screws (supplied) to suitable attachment construction. Mounting dimensions upon request. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under severe icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to its heavy-duty construction and the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Scope of supply: Antenna supplied without clamps. Radiation Patterns for horizontal polarization (at mid-band) Radiation Patterns for vertical polarization (at mid-band) Bd 65° Bd 60° Bd 55° Bd 65° E-plane Horizontal Radiation Pattern H-plane Horizontal Radiation Pattern E-plane Vertical Radiation Pattern H-plane Vertical Radiation Pattern A: ~ 1300 mm B: ~ 1300 mm C: ~ 465 mm H V X
174–240 MHz Yagi Antenna Polarization 174...230 MHz H
- For low power transmitting antennas or Rx applications. Order No. 600265 K5240517 600267 K5240527 Input 7-16 female Max. power 100 W 400 W Frequency range 174 – 202 MHz 202 – 230 MHz VSWR < 1.15 Gain (at mid-band) 6 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Weight 5 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: Lateral: 115 N 100 N 100 N 90 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Dimensions (approx.) A B 930 mm 885 mm 810 mm 765 mm Material: Weather-proof aluminum. Radiator in fiberglass radome. Mounting: To pipes of 60–115 mm ∅ by means of mounting clamps, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Special features: The antenna is shipped dismounted. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 110° dB 55° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern
174...242 MHz V
- For low power transmitting antennas or Rx applications. Order No. 75010028 75010033 768494 Input 7-16 female Max. power 400 W Frequency range 174 – 202 MHz 202 – 230 MHz 215 – 242 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 6 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 5 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: Lateral: 115 N 200 N 100 N 150 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Weather-resistant aluminum. Radiator in fiberglass radome. Mounting: To pipes of 60–115 mm ∅ by means of mounting clamps, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Special features: The antenna will be shipped dismounted. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 110° dB 55° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern 768494, 75010033: A: ~ 830 mm B: ~ 765 mm 75010028: A: ~ 930 mm B: ~ 882 mm
174–240 MHz Log.-Per. Antenna Polarization 174–240 MHz H V
- Logarithmic-periodic broadband directional antenna. Order No. 75010242 Input 7-16 female Max. power 2 kW Frequency range 174 – 240 MHz VSWR 174 – 230 MHz: ≤ 1.25 230 – 240 MHz: ≤ 1.3 Gain (at mid-band) 5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal or vertical Weight 10 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 100 N Lateral: 190 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Mounting: To pipes of 40–95 mm diameter by means of mounting clamps, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) 110° Bd Bd 60° in H-planein E-plane A: ~ 960 mm B: ~ 850 mm B A
Log.-Per. Antenna Polarization 174–230 MHz H V
- Logarithmic-periodic broadband directional antenna with high side-lobe suppression. Order No. 600234 K522257 Input 7-16 female Max. power 1 kW Frequency range 174 – 230 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 8.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal or vertical Side-lobe suppression > 25 dB Weight 27 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Horizontal: Vertical: Frontal / lateral: 240 N / 525 N Frontal / lateral: 240 N / 350 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Mounting: To pipes of 60–115 mm ∅ by means of mounting clamps, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 53° dB 68° in E-plane in H-plane A: ~ 2300 mm B: ~ 890 mm
174–240 MHz Dipole Antenna Polarization 195–230 MHz V
- Omnidirectional antenna with preferred direction of radiation.
- Mounting to tubular masts. Order No. 774846 Input 7-16 female Max. power 2 kW Frequency range 195 – 230 MHz VSWR < 1.25 Gain (at mid-band) 2 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 6 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Lateral: 90 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Mounting: To pipes of 60–125 mm diameter by means of mounting clamp, supplied. Grounding: Via mounting parts. A B Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) (Radiator mounted onto a slim steel tube, tower effects not considered) dB 190° dB 78° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern A: ~ 645 mm B: ~ 440 mm
174–240 MHz V
- Hot-dip galvanized steel.
- Especially suitable for mounting at the top of masts. A B Order No. 75010290 75010291 75010292 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange 1⅝ʺ EIA flange Max. power 2 kW 3 kW 5 kW Frequency range 174 – 240 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 4.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 30 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 380 N Lateral: 460 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Weather protection: Fiberglass. Mounting: On top of a suitable flange with at least 135 mm diameter (see draft). Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) Bd 240° Bd 30° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern 1.5° electrical downtilt A: ~ 2537 mm B: ~ 460 mm C: ~ 15 mm C
174–240 MHz Dipole Antenna Polarization 174–240 MHz V
- Hot-dip galvanized steel.
- For side-mounting to masts. A DC B Order No. 75010295 75010296 75010297 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange 1⅝ʺ EIA flange Max. power 2 kW 3 kW 5 kW Frequency range 174 – 240 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 5.0 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 24 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 480 N Lateral: 540 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Weather protection: Fiberglass. Mounting: Laterally using 8 screws M12x60 to suitable flange. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) (Radiator mounted onto a slim steel tube, tower effects not considered) Bd 230° Bd 32° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern 1.5° electrical downtilt A: ~ 2326 mm B: ~ 460 mm C: ~ 520 mm D: ~ 1280 mm
174–240 MHz V
- Omnidirectional antenna for top mounting. A B Order No. 75010365 75010366 75010367 75010368 Input 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange 13-30 female 1⅝ʺ EIA flange Max. power 2 kW 3 kW 5 kW 8 kW Frequency range 174 – 240 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain (at mid-band) 4.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 80 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) 1080 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Weather protection: Fiberglass. Mounting: On top of a suitable flange. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Even under icy conditions the antenna is still functional due to the fiberglass covers for the feeding points. Note: Antenna may be mounted on top of Type 16911184 for higher gain. For climbing in the antenna special climbing rungs and attach- ment points for climbing safety are provided. Reflector grid and dipole parts must not be used for climbing! Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) Bd Bd 30° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern Electrical downtilt: 2.0° A: ~ 2625 mm B: ~ 900 mm C: ~ 870 mm C
470–862 MHz Antenna Systems 470–862 MHz Broadcast Station “Brasilia”, Brazil
470–862 MHz H V
- Antenna systems consisting of dipole panels (page 88, 89) for various radiation patterns.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). Average values, depending on design and arrangement. * Only according to antenna aperture H without base flange and top. D H D = 1150 mm on spine / behind radome 1.2 m ∅ D = 1100 mm in GRP cylinder 1.6 m ∅ Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 470 – 862 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.05 in the operating channels after tuning or < 1.15 in band. In GRP cylinder or radomized structure: < 1.2 in band. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal or vertical Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, directional or custom-designed. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Structure 3 versions are available: a) Panels mounted on hot-dip galvanized steel spine. b) like a), covered by fiberglass radome 1.2 m ∅ c) Panels mounted inside self-supporting fiberglass cylinder (1.6 m ∅) Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity As required. No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight (without mounting hardware) kg Antenna height H / m on in GRP spine cylinder 1.6 m ∅ Windload / kN (v = 160 km/h) without behind GRP cylinder radome cylinder 1.2 m ∅ 1.6 m ∅ 15.0 13.6 11.8 31.6 22.9 15.1 120 160 210 4.45 4.3 5.2 6.4 6.2 4.5 6.0 16.8 15.4 13.6 47.9 34.7 22.9 170 240 330 6.75 6.5 7.8 9.6 9.3 7.0 9.0 18.0 16.6 14.8 63.1 45.7 30.2 240 320 420 9.05 8.7 10.4 12.8 12.4 9.0 12.0 19.8 18.4 16.6 95.5 69.2 45.7 350 490 670 13.65 13.1 15.6 19.2 18.6 14.0 18.0 21.0 19.6 17.8 125.9 91.2 60.3 450 690 890 18.25 17.5 20.8 25.6 24.8 20.0 24.0
470–862 MHz UHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 470–862 MHz H V Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns for optimal mast dimensions. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 4 bays 8 bays 12 bays 16 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt 1.0 0.5 0 5 10 E rel 0 5 10 E rel 0.5 1.0 0 5 10 E rel 0.5 1.0 0 5 10 E rel 0.5 1.0 Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Different power splitting 4/10 P 4/10 P 1/10 P 1/10 P dB dB dB dB
470–862 MHz H
- Superturnstile antenna in a self-supporting fiberglass cylinder with 1.60 m diameter. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). ** Only according to antenna aperture H without base flange and top. 950 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements, 6 kW max. per bay. Frequency 470 – 862 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.05 in operating channels after tuning or < 1.15 in band. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, circularity < ±1.5 dB Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Internal connections The radiating elements are fed with coaxial connecting cables and hybrid couplers. Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Structure Superturnstile antenna in self-supporting fiberglass-cylinder. Up to 16 bays may be stacked. Mounting On top of existing structure by means of a flange. Ice protection Fiberglass-cylinder (= supporting structure) Grounding Via mounting parts resp. via 4 grounding ropes at the exterior cylinder-surface. No. of bays Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 2 7.7 5.9 350 1.9 2.5 4 10.7 11.8 700 3.8 5.0 8 13.7 23.4 1400 7.6 10.0 12 15.5 35.5 2200 11.4 15.0 16 16.7 46.8 3050 15.2 20.0
470–862 MHz UHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 470–862 MHz H Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 4 bays 8 bays 12 bays 16 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt E rel 1.0 0 5 10 0.5 E rel α°0 5 10 0.5 1.0 E rel α°0 5 10 0.5 1.0 E rel α°0 5 10 0.5 1.0 Typical Horizontal Radiation Pattern (at mid-band) dB
- Antenna systems consisting of special dipole panels mounted on a pentagonal steel spine.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). ** Only according to antenna aperture H without base flange and top. 1150 mm H No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight kg Antenna height H m Windload (v = 160 km/h) kN 4 5 11.7 14.8 1600 4.45 7 6 5 13.5 22.4 2100 6.75 10 8 5 14.8 30.2 3000 9.05 14 12 5 16.5 44.7 4300 13.65 21 16 5 17.8 60.3 5900 18.25 29 UHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 470–806 MHz H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 470 – 750 (806) MHz VSWR, typically < 1.15 in operation channels after tuning or > 1.2 in band. Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, circularity < ±1.5 dB. Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Structure Panels mounted on hot-dip galvanized steel spine. Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity As required.
470–862 MHz Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt Omnidirectional patterns Directional patterns on request! Bd UHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 470–806 MHz H 4 bays 8 bays 12 bays 16 bays 1.0 0.5 0 5 10 E rel 0 5 10 E rel 0.5 1.0 0 5 10 E rel 0.5 1.0 0 5 10 E rel 0.5 1.0
- Antenna systems consisting of special dipole panels mounted in an octagonal configuration, on steel spine or in GRP cylinder.
- The feeder network is made up of coaxial power splitters and flexible connecting cables in accordance with the radiation patterns specification and the transmitter power. 1050 mm H * Attenuation of the internal cabling and the gain-decrease in case of null fill in the vertical radiation pattern are not considered. Approximate values for gain decrease: cable attenuation: 0.2 – 0.5 dB null fill: 0.3 – 1.0 dB Gain figures are valid for the direction of maximum radiation (see diagrams on following page). Average values, depending on design and arrangement. * Only according to antenna aperture H without base flange and top. UHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 470–862 MHz V 950 mm H Input Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN. Max. power According to customer’s requirements. Frequency 470 – 862 MHz VSWR, typically < 1.2 in band Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Internal connections Connectors according to IEC, EIA or DIN are used throughout the system, allowing easy assembly and maintenance. Vertical radiation pattern Null fill and beam tilt upon request. Horizontal radiation pattern Omnidirectional, circularity < ±1 dB (directional or custom-designed on request). Half antenna splitting Upon request, the antenna can be divided into two halves (for emergency operation and maintenance). The two halves are connected by a 2-way power splitter or patch panel. Pressurization Splitters and connecting cables can be supplied with dry air (please specify when ordering). Structure 2 versions are available: a) Panels mounted on hot-dip galvanized steel spine. b) Panels mounted inside self-supporting fiberglass cylinder (1.6 m ∅) Grounding Via mounting parts. Max. wind velocity As required. No. of bays Panels per bay Gain* (at mid-band) dBd times Weight kg with with spine cylinder 1.6 m ∅ Antenna height H / m with with spine cylinder 1.6 m ∅ Windload / kN (v = 160 km/h) with with spine cylinder 1.6 m ∅ ***
470–862 MHz Horizontal Radiation Patterns Examples of typical horizontal antenna arrays and their horizontal radiation patterns. Vertical Radiation Patterns Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) for several bays of identical, vertically stacked antenna arrays. 4 bays 8 bays 12 bays 16 bays *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt E rel 1.0 0 5 10 0.5 E rel α°0 5 10 0.5 1.0 E rel α°0 5 10 0.5 1.0 E rel α°0 5 10 0.5 1.0 Omnidirectional patterns UHF Transmitting Antenna Polarization 470–862 MHz V Directional patterns on request! Bd
470–862 MHz Antennas for TV in UHF Band 470–862 MHz
- All-purpose panel for mounting by fixations or to square steel spines. 1000 190 500 Order No. 75010210 75010211 75010212 75010213 Input 7-16 female straight ⅞ʺ EIA flange straight 13-30 female straight 1⅝ʺ EIA flange straight Max. power 1.2 kW 2 kW 3 kW 4 kW (at 40 °C ambient temperature) Frequency range 470 – 862 MHz VSWR < 1.1 Gain (at mid-band) 11.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Weight 8 kg 9 kg 9 kg 9 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 565 N Rearside: 815 N Lateral: 250 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Attachment Plate Plate Plate Plate Material: Reflector screen and dipoles: Weather-resistant aluminum. Protective cover: Fiberglass. Attachment plate: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome color: RAL 9016 (traffic white), other radome colors on request. Mounting: Using M 8 x 35 screws (supplied) to suitable attachment construction. See chapter “Components” for optional mounting accessories (please order separately). Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: The dipoles remain fully functioning even in icy conditions as the fiberglass cover protects the whole antenna. Horizontal polarization UHF Panel Polarization 470–862 MHz H All dimensions in mm 1020 Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 55° dB3 24° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern
470–862 MHz
- All-purpose panel for mounting by fixations or to square steel spines. 1000 190 500 Order No. 601709 K733147 776165 776202 776167 Input 7-16 female straight 7-16 female elbow ⅞ʺ EIA flange elbow 13-30 female elbow Max. power 1 kW 1 kW 1.5 kW 2 kW (at 40 °C ambient temperature) Frequency range 470 – 862 MHz VSWR < 1.12 Gain (at mid-band) 11 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Vertical Weight 12 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 565 N Rearside: 815 N Lateral: 250 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Attachment Bracket Plate Plate Plate Material: Reflector screen and dipoles: Weather-resistant aluminum. Protective cover: Fiberglass. Attachment bracket: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Attachment plate: Weather-resistant aluminum. Radome color: RAL 9016 (traffic white), other radome colors on request. Mounting: Attachment bracket: E.g. by using clamps 75310411–75310415 to tubular masts of 40 – 521 mm diameter. Attachment plate: Using M 8 x 35 screws (supplied) to suitable attachment construction. See chapter “Components” for optional mounting accessories (please order separately). Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: The dipoles remain fully functioning even in icy conditions as the fiberglass cover protects the whole antenna. Vertical polarization UHF Panel Polarization 470–862 MHz V Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 62° dB 28° Horizontal Radiation Pattern Vertical Radiation Pattern 910 190 1020 All dimensions in mm Examples with different connectors and attachments:
470–694 MHz X
- Directional antenna for elliptical polarization. 1020 All dimensions in mm Order No. 75010325 Input ⅞ʺ EIA flange straight Max. power 1.5 kW (at 40 °C ambient temperature) Frequency range 470 – 694 MHz VSWR < 1.15 (470–654 MHz) < 1.28 (654–694 MHz) Gain (at mid-band) horizontal vertical 8.5 dBd 4.8 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Elliptical polarization with power ratio 70% horizontal / 30% vertical Weight 16.5 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 875 N Rearside: 1000 N Lateral: 330 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Attachment Plate Material: Reflector screen and dipoles: Weather-resistant aluminum, tin plated brass. Protective cover: Fiberglass. Attachment plate: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome color: RAL 9016 (traffic white), other radome colors on request. Mounting: Using M 8 x 35 screws (supplied) to suitable attachment construction. See chapter “Components” for optional moun- ting accessories (please order separately). Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: The dipoles remain fully functioning even in icy conditions as the fiberglass cover protects the whole antenna. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) Horizontal Polarization Vertical Polarization dB 60° dB 60° dB 30° dB 30° Horizontal Pattern Horizontal Pattern Vertical Pattern Vertical Pattern Elliptical polarization with power ratio 70% horizontal 30% vertical 1000 530 615 193
470–862 MHz UHF Panel Polarization 470–698 MHz H V X
- Directional antenna for various polarizations. 1020 263 All dimensions in mm V H Horizontal vertical polarization Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) Horizontal Polarization Vertical Polarization dB 60° dB 60° dB 30° dB 30° Horizontal Pattern Horizontal Pattern Vertical Pattern Vertical Pattern Order No. 75010300 Input 2 x 7-16 female straight Max. power Horizontal: Vertical: 1 kW 1 kW (at 40 °C ambient temperature) Frequency range 470 – 698 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain Horizontal: (at 650 MHz) Vertical: 10.5 dBd 10.0 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal, vertical, circular, elliptical, slant Weight 16.5 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 920 N Rearside: 1050 N Lateral: 340 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Attachment Plate Material: Reflector screen and dipoles: Weather-resistant aluminum, tin-plated brass. Protective cover: Fiberglass. Attachment plate: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome color: RAL 9016 (traffic white), other radome colors on request. Mounting: Using M 8 x 35 screws (supplied) to suitable attachment construction. Mounting dimensions upon request. Optional mounting accessories can be ordered separately. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: The dipoles remain fully functioning even in icy conditions as the fiberglass cover protects the whole antenna. 1000 530 643 193
470–698 MHz H V X 1020 126 158 All dimensions in mm V H Horizontal vertical polarization 1000 530 643 193 Order No. 75010301 Input 2 x ⅞ʺ EIA flange straight Max. power Horizontal: Vertical: 2 kW 1 kW (at 40 °C ambient temperature) Frequency range 470 – 698 MHz VSWR < 1.2 Gain Horizontal: (at 650 MHz) Vertical: 10.5 dBd 10.0 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal, vertical, circular, elliptical, slant Weight 17 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 920 N Rearside: 1050 N Lateral: 340 N Max. wind velocity 225 km/h Attachment Plate Material: Reflector screen and dipoles: Weather-resistant aluminum, tin-plated brass. Protective cover: Fiberglass. Attachment plate: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome color: RAL 9016 (traffic white), other radome colors on request. Mounting: Using M 8 x 35 screws (supplied) to suitable attachment construction. Mounting dimensions upon request. Optional mounting accessories can be ordered separately. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: The dipoles remain fully functioning even in icy conditions as the fiberglass cover protects the whole antenna. Note: The polarization will be defined by the power and phase difference between H and V, created by the external feeding network. It has to be orserved that the internal feeding network of the panel creates a difference of electrical length between H and V dipoles: Input H: 0 (reference) Input V: +534 mm
- Directional antenna for various polarizations. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) Horizontal Polarization Vertical Polarization dB 60° dB 60° dB 30° dB 30° Horizontal Pattern Horizontal Pattern Vertical Pattern Vertical Pattern
470–862 MHz UHF Panel Polarization 470–806 MHz Slant
- Directional antenna for slant polarization. Order No. 75010329 Input ⅞ʺ EIA flange elbow Max. power 1.5 kW (at 40 °C ambient temperature) Frequency range 470 – 806 MHz VSWR < 1.1 Gain (at mid-band) 11 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Slant 80% horizontal / 20% vertical Weight 12 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) Frontal: 565 N Rearside: 815 N Lateral: 250 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Attachment Plate Material: Reflector screen and dipoles: Weather-resistant aluminum. Protective cover: Fiberglass. Attachment plate: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome color: RAL 9016 (traffic white), other radome colors on request. Mounting: Using M 8 x 35 screws (supplied) to suitable attachment construction. See chapter “Components” for optional moun- ting accessories (please order separately). Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: The dipoles remain fully functioning even in icy conditions as the fiberglass cover protects the whole antenna. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 62° dB 28° Horizontal Pattern Vertical Pattern 1000 190 500 Slant 15° Polarization ratio: 80% horizontal 20% vertical All dimensions in mm 1020
470–790 MHz H Order No. 75010402 Input 1⅝ʺ EIA flange Max. power 5 kW (at 40 °C ambient temperature) Frequency range 470 – 790 MHz VSWR ≤ 1.15 ≤ 1.1 in one channel after fine matching* Gain (at 650 MHz) 10 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Weight (approx.) 52 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) (approx.) Frontal: 1.1 kN Rearside: 1.3 kN Lateral: 0.6 kN Max. wind velocity 275 km/h * fine matcher to be ordered separately Material: Radiator system: Weather-resistant aluminum. Protective cover: Fiberglass. Attachment plate: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Radome color: Light grey (RAL 7035). Mounting: Side mounting to tubular mast by clamp (for ∅ 42–115 mm supplied, for larger ∅ please order separately). Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: The radiators remain fully functioning even in icy conditions as the fiberglass cover protects the whole antenna.
- Plug and Play Antenna fully assembled dB ~150° dB ~150° ∅ 9 377 169 All dimensions in mm 2460 2407 11151292 15° ∅ 90 ∅ 71.42 M8∅ 3.3 116.8 Horizontal Pattern Vertical Pattern Typical Radiation Patterns at 600 MHz E rel 0.5 1.0 0 20 E rel 0.5 1.0 0 10 30
470–862 MHz New product UHF Pylon Antenna Polarization 470–608 MHz X
- UHF Panel Frame Antenna in radome, elliptically polarized.
- Broadband 470–608 MHz.
- Low wind load.
- HRP can be defined by attached power splitter. dB dB dB Omni Hpol portion Vpol portion Omnioid “G” Cardioid “D” Vertical Pattern Typical Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) 1.0 0.5 0 5 10 E rel Order No. 7500000041 Input 6⅛ʺ EIA flange Connector position bottom Max. power 25 kW Frequency range 470 – 608 MHz VSWR < 1.15 (typical) Nominal peak gain (at mid-band) Hpol portion: Vpol portion: Pattern: Omni 10.2 dBd 6.6 dBd Pattern: Omnioid “G” 10.9 dBd 7.0 dBd Pattern: Cardioid “D” 11.4 dBd 7.3 dBd Average gain (at mid-band) Hpol portion: Vpol portion: 9.3 dBd 5.6 dBd – – Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Elliptical with a power ratio of 70% horizontal / 30% vertical Approx. weight 700 kg Approx. wind load (at 160 km/h) 4100 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Approx. height 7 m Material: Directional antenna in protective fiberglass radome with a diameter of 800 mm. Radome color: light grey (RAL 7035), other colors on request. Please specify when ordering. Mounting: Sidemount to existing structure. Grounding: Via mounting parts.
470–698 MHz H
- UHF Panel Frame Antenna in radome, fully assembled.
- Broadband 470–698 MHz.
- High power.
- Low wind load.
- Wide cardioid pattern. 235°3 dB Horizontal Pattern Vertical Pattern Typical Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) 0 5 10 E rel 0.5 1.0 Order No. 75010421 Input 6⅛ʺ EIA flange Connector position center Max. power 60 kW Frequency range 470 – 698 MHz VSWR < 1.1 (typical) Gain (at mid-band) 15 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Horizontal Approx. weight 860 kg Approx. wind load (at 160 km/h) 5400 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h Approx. height 9.2 m Material: Directional antenna in protective fiberglass radome with a diameter of 800 mm. Radome color: light grey (RAL 7035), other colors on request. Please specify when ordering. Mounting: Sidemount to existing structure. Grounding: Via mounting parts.
470–862 MHz Log.-Per. Antenna Polarization 470–862 MHz H V
- High side-lobe suppression. Order No. 75010393 Input 7-16 female Max. power 500 W (at 40 °C ambient temperature) Frequency range 470 – 862 MHz VSWR < 1.25 Gain 9.0 dBd at mid-band Side-lobe suppression > 23 dB at 470 – 500 MHz > 25 dB at 500 – 860 MHz Impedance 50 Ω Polarization Either horizontal or vertical by repositioning two clamps Weight 9 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) For horizontal pol.: For vertical pol.: Frontal / lateral: 63 / 100 N Frontal / lateral: 63 / 500 N Max. wind velocity For horizontal pol.: 240 km/h For vertical pol.: 180 km/h Material: Radiator: Weather-resistant aluminum. Radome: Fiberglass, color: Grey. Mounting kit: Weather-resistant aluminum. All screws and nuts: Stainless steel. Mounting: To tubular masts of 48–115 mm diameter using supplied clamps. Grounding: Via mounting parts. Ice protection: Since radiating system is fully protected by the radome and due to its very sturdy construction, the antenna remains fully operational even under heavy icy conditions. Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) dB 53° dB 67° in E-Plane in H-Plane D D C B A D: ~ 140 mm A: ~ 1153 mm B: ~ 353 mm C: ~ 180 mm For horizontal polarization For vertical polarization For horizontal polarization For vertical polarization
- Low power Superturnstile antennas
- Plug and Play Antennas fully assembled
- Low wind load and low weight
- Horizontal polarization UHF Omni Polarization 470–862 MHz H Material: Omnidirectional antenna in protective fiberglass radome with a diameter of 230 mm. Radome color: Light grey (RAL 7035). Flange: Hot-dip galvanized steel (antenna 75010270: aluminum) Attachment: Onto a fitting counterflange or to tubular masts by using a steel adapter. See chapter “Components” for optional mounting accessories (to be ordered separately). Grounding: Via mounting parts. Antenna interior is fully conductive from top cover to bottom flange. Order No. 75010270 75010271 75010272 Input connector 7-16 female 7-16 female 7-16 female Max. power* 600 W 1 kW 1 kW Frequency range 470 – 862 MHz 470 – 862 MHz 470 – 862 MHz Gain (at mid-band) 2.0 dBd 4.5 dBd 7.5 dBd Impedance 50 Ω 50 Ω 50 Ω Radome diameter 230 mm 230 mm 230 mm Height (approx.) 0.8 m 1.3 m 2.2 m Weight 13 kg 16 kg 24 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) 110 N 195 N 350 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h 240 km/h 240 km/h * at 40 °C ambient temperature
470–862 MHz Horizontal Radiation Pattern (at mid-band) Vertical Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) 75010270 75010271 75010272 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel 30 40α° 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel 30 40α° 1.0 0.5 0 10 E rel 20 α° dB UHF Omni Polarization 470–862 MHz H Typical Horizontal Radiation Pattern
- Medium and high power Superturnstile antennas
- Plug and Play Antennas fully assembled
- Low wind load and low weight
- Horizontal polarization UHF Omni Polarization 470–862 MHz H Material: Omnidirectional antenna in protective fiberglass radome. Radome color: Light grey or customized. Flange: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Attachment: Onto a fitting counterflange or to tubular masts by using a steel adapter. See chapter “Components” for optional mounting accessories (to be ordered separately). Grounding: Via mounting parts. Order No. 75010066 75010067 75010068 75010069 Input connector 1⅝ʺ EIA flange 1⅝ʺ EIA flange 1⅝ʺ EIA flange 3⅛ʺ EIA flange Max. power* 2.5 kW 5 kW 5 kW 7.5 kW Frequency range 470 – 862 MHz 470 – 862 MHz 470 – 862 MHz 470 – 862 MHz Gain (at mid-band) 5.0 dBd 8.0 dBd 11.0 dBd 11.0 dBd Impedance 50 Ω 50 Ω 50 Ω 50 Ω Radome diameter 330 mm 330 mm 330 mm 330 mm Weight 45 kg 70 kg 140 kg 145 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) 330 N 590 N 1200 N 1200 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h 240 km/h 240 km/h 240 km/h * at 40 °C ambient temperature All gain figures without null fill and beam tilt losses
470–862 MHz Vertical Radiation Patterns (at mid-band) Examples of typical vertical radiation patterns*) 75010066 75010067 75010180 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel 30 40α° 1.0 0.5 0 10 20 E rel 30 40α° 1.0 0.5 0 5 E rel 10α° 1.0 0.5 0 5 E rel 10α° dB UHF Omni Polarization 470–862 MHz H Typical Horizontal Radiation Pattern Order No. 75010180 Input connector 3⅛ʺ EIA flange Max. power* 15 kW Frequency range 470 – 862 MHz VSWR ≤ 1.1 Gain (at mid-band) 12.0 dBd Impedance 50 Ω Radome diameter 520 mm Height 7.5 m Weight 650 kg Wind load (at 160 km/h) 4500 N Max. wind velocity 240 km/h * at 40 °C ambient temperature Available options for 75010180: Gain figure without null fill Hook-in ladder and beam tilt losses Aviation warning light *) without null fill with null fill and beam tilt
47 … 88 MHz, 87.5 – 108 MHz, 174 – 230 (240) MHz, 470 – 862 MHz Frequency range 47 ... 88 MHz 87.5 – 108 MHz 174 – 230 (240) MHz 470 – 862 MHz Length approx. 2400 mm 1700 mm 850 mm 700 mm with tuning unit approx. 2600 mm – 1500 mm 1000 mm Input power 1 – 200 kW 1 – 200 kW 1 – 150 kW 1 – 70 kW Connectors 7-16, 13-30, 7/8ʺ, 15/8ʺ, 31/8ʺ, 41/2ʺ, 61/8ʺ EIA flange (or other connectors upon request) Impedance 50 Ω Insertion loss < 0.05 dB Number of outputs 2 to 16 VSWR equal power ratio < 1.05 in frequency range VSWR unequal power ratio < 1.06 in frequency range Fine matching On request, the power splitter can be equipped with a tuning section, which allows fine matching of parts of the frequency band. Splitting power ratio Equal or unequal, on request. Material: Outer conductor: Brass with protective grey paint. Inner conductor: Brass or aluminum. Mounting: On flat surfaces using the standard mounting equipment consisting of 2 bracket arms (supplied) or steel frame (please order separately). Pressurization: The pressurization-tight transformer housing has a ventilation tube to balance out excess pressure. For pressurized operation (typically at 300 mbar) this ventilation tube must be closed with the supplied sealing screw. IP 65 (closed ventiation tube for pressurized operation) IP 53 (opened ventilation tube for non-presserized operation) Example: Tunable 16-way splitter with unequal power splitting and with a measuring link. Example: 4-way splitter with standard- attachment. 11 mm ∅ 11 mm ∅
- Various versions with different numbers of output and different splitting ratios are available.
47 … 88 MHz, 87.5 – 108 MHz, 174 – 230 (240) MHz, 470 – 862 MHz Frequency range 47 ... 88 MHz 87.5 – 108 MHz 174 – 230 (240) MHz 470 – 862 MHz Length approx. 2400 mm 1650 mm 845 mm 560 mm with tuning unit approx. 2600 mm – 1500 mm 860 mm Input power 3 kW 2.5 kW 2 kW 1 kW Connectors 7-16 female (other connectors upon request) Impedance 50 Ω Insertion loss < 0.05 dB Number of outputs: 2 to 12 VSWR equal power ratio: < 1.05 in frequency range VSWR unequal power ratio: < 1.06 in frequency range Fine matching: On request, the power splitter can be equipped with a tuning section, which allows fine matching of parts of the frequency band. Splitting power ratio: Equal or unequal, on request. Material: Outer conductor: Brass with protective grey paint. Inner conductor: Brass or aluminum. Mounting: On flat surfaces using the standard mounting equipment sup- plied (Bracket arm, 130 mm). To tubes of 30 – 340 mm diameter by means of 2 tension band clamps Type No. 759044 (please order separately). Pressurization: The pressurization-tight transformer housing has a ventilation tube to balance out excess pressure. For pressurized operation (typically at 300 mbar) this ventilation tube must be closed with the supplied sealing screw. IP 65 (closed ventiation tube for pressurized operation) IP 53 (opened ventilation tube for non-presserized operation) Number of outputs Order No. of available power splitters – without tuning unit – with tuning unit 47 – 54 MHz 54 – 61 MHz 60 – 68 MHz 87.5 – 108 MHz 174 – 230 MHz 470 – 862 MHz 174 – 230 MHz 470 – 862 MHz 2 765814 765814 765814 770144 770510* 764485 770516* 764493 3 765815 765820 765825 770145 770511* 764486 770517 764494 765816 765821 765826 770146 770512 75111062* 764487 770518 75111063* 764495 5 770147 770513* 764488 770519* 764496 6 765818 765823 765828 770148 770514* 764489 770520* 764497 8 765819 765824 765829 770149 770515* 764491 770521* 764499 * up to 240 MHz 759044 L 130 mm
- Various versions with different numbers of output and different splitting ratios are available.
174 – 230 MHz 470 – 862 MHz 174 – 230 MHz Order No. 768334 768335 768336 Connector 7-16 female Max. power (at 50 °C ambient temp.) 2 kW Number of outputs 2 3 4 Frequency range 174 – 230 MHz Impedance 50 Ω VSWR < 1.07 Insertion loss < 0.05 dB Max. size 800 / 82 / 82 mm 470 – 862 MHz Order No. 768331 768332 768333 Connector 7-16 female Max. power (at 50 °C ambient temp.) 1 kW Number of outputs 2 3 4 Frequency range 470 – 862 MHz Impedance 50 Ω VSWR < 1.07 Insertion loss < 0.05 dB Max. size 520 / 82 / 82 mm Material: Case: Aluminum. Inner conductor: Brass. Mounting: Bracket included for wall mounting. May be attached to tubular masts using clamps listed below (please order separately). Order No. Description Remarks 7530000010 2 clamps Mast diameter: 45–125 mm 768332
87.5 ... 108 MHz, 100 W Band-pass filter can be used – for improving the input selectivity of receivers and amplifiers – for increasing the isolation of transmitters where respective antennas are close together – for suppressing noise side bands and intermodulation products – as a component in the construction of combiners Design and Construction The band-pass filter is made of three capacitively coupled resonators. The operating frequency, the coupling between the resonators and also the input and output couplings are adjustable. The band-pass filter is convection-cooled, no ventilators are required. The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent. Technical Data Type No. 719118 Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.7 dB VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) Impedance 50 Ω Input power max. 100 W Temperature range –20 °C ... +50 °C Connectors 7-16 female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Weight 12 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 460 x 312 x 100 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 550 x 360 x 160 mm (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with 3-dB bandwidth of about 1.250 kHz.
50 Attenuation/dBAttenuation/dB
719118 FM Band-pass filter, 100 W
87.5 ... 108 MHz, 3 kW Band-pass filter can be used – for improving the input selectivity of receivers and amplifiers – for increasing the isolation of transmitters whose respective antennas are close together – for suppressing noise side bands and intermodulation products – as a component in the construction of combiners Design and Construction The band-pass filter is made of three capacitively coupled, temperature stabilised resonators. The operating frequency, the coupling between the resonators and also the input and output couplings are adjustable. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. The band-pass filter is convection- cooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent. Attenuation/dB F requency/MHz Attenuation/dB F requency/MHz
728726 FM Band-pass filter, 3 kW
Type No. 728726 Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) Impedance 50 Ω Input power max. 3 kW Temperature range –20 °C ... +50 °C Connectors ⅞ʺ EIA-flange Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour RAL 7032 (grey) Weight 55 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 680 x 220 x 1320 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 720 x 300 x 1500 mm (1 Insertion loss value with standard tuning will be approx. 0.35 dB; reference 3-dB bandwidth is 900 kHz.
87.5 ... 108 MHz, 5 kW Band-pass filter can be used – for improving the input selectivity of receivers and amplifiers – for increasing the isolation of transmitters whose respective antennas are close together – for suppressing noise side bands and intermodulation products – as a component in the construction of combiners Design and Construction The band-pass filter is made of three capacitively coupled, temperature stabilised resonators. The operating frequency, the coupling between the resonators and also the input and output couplings are adjustable. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. The band-pass filter is convection- cooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent. Attenuation/dB F requency/MHz Attenuation/dB F requency/MHz
730150 FM Band-pass filter, 5 kW
Type No. 730150 Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) Impedance 50 Ω Input power max. 5 kW Temperature range –20 °C ... +50 °C Connectors 1⅝ʺ EIA-flange Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour RAL 7032 (grey) Weight 100 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 975 x 285 x 1260 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1100 x 470 x 1450 mm (1 Insertion loss value with standard tuning will be approx. 0.30 dB; reference 3-dB bandwidth is 800 kHz.
87.5 ... 108 MHz, 100 W General Starpoint combiners enable several transmitters or receivers to be connected to one common output. This arrangement provides a cost-efficient solution while retaining the advantages of band-pass filter usage. Design and Construction This starpoint combiners consist of one 3-pole band- pass filter per channel. The inputs of the filters are narrowband. The outputs are connected via pre-defined cable lengths to a common starpoint. This starpoint then forms the output of the combiner. The starpoint combiners may be extended by adding further band-pass filters and by exchanging the star- point. The combiners are maintenance-free and are thus especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner. CH 1 Input 1 Starpoint Output CH 2 Input 2 CH 3 Input 3 CH 4 Input 4
793196 FM Starpoint combiner, 4x 100 W
Type No. Inputs Insertion loss (1 Connectors Input / Output Weight Height (2 Packing size [mm] 793192 2 < 0.9 dB 7-16 female 31 kg 8 HU 650 x 590 x 450 793194 3 < 0.9 dB 7-16 female 43 kg 8 HU 650 x 590 x 450 793196 4 < 1.0 dB 7-16 female 55 kg 12 HU 650 x 590 x 630 Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz Channel spacing > 2 MHz Isolation > 30 dB VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) Impedance 50 Ω Input power max. 100 W (per input) Temperature range −20 °C ... +50 °C Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour (front plate) RAL 7032 (grey) Dimensions 19ʺ drawer (depth 550 mm) (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 1.250 kHz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 1000 kHz. (2 One HU (height unit) is equivalent to 44.45 mm
87.5 ... 108 MHz, 3 kW General Starpoint combiners enable several transmitters or receivers to be connected to one common output. This arrangement provides a cost efficient solution while retaining the advantages of band-pass filter usage. Design and Construction This starpoint combiners consist of one temperature stabilised 3-pole band-pass filter per channel. The inputs of the filters are narrowband. The outputs are connected via pre-defined rigid-lines onto a common starpoint. This starpoint then forms the output of the combiner. The starpoint combiners may be extended by adding further band-pass filters and by exchanging the star- point. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. The starpoint combiner is convection- cooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner. Starpoint Output CH 1 Input 1 CH 2 Input 2
728868 FM Starpoint combiner, 2x 3 kW
Type No. Inputs Insertion loss (1 Connectors Input / Output Weight Dimensions (l x w x h) [mm] Packing size [mm] 728868 2 < 0.5 dB ⅞ʺ EIA / 1⅝ʺ EIA 110 kg 790 x 482 x 1320 1010 x 610 x 1400 730040 3 < 0.6 dB ⅞ʺ EIA / 1⅝ʺ EIA 180 kg 1553 x 482 x 1320 1x 1010 x 610 x 1400 1x 1010 x 315 x 1400 730041 4 < 0.7 dB ⅞ʺ EIA / 1⅝ʺ EIA 250 kg 1553 x 482 x 1320 2x 1010 x 610 x 1400 Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz Channel spacing > 1.5 MHz Isolation > 30 dB VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) Impedance 50 Ω Input power max. 3 kW (per input) Temperature range −20 °C ... +50 °C Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour RAL 7032 (grey) (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 900 kHz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 600 kHz.
87.5 ... 108 MHz, 5 kW General Starpoint combiners enable several transmitters or receivers to be connected to one common output. This arrangement provides a cost efficient solution while retaining the advantages of band-pass filter usage. Design and Construction This starpoint combiners consist of one temperature stabilised 3-pole band-pass filter per channel. The inputs of the filters are narrowband. The outputs are connected via pre-defined rigid-lines onto a common starpoint. This starpoint then forms the output of the combiner. The starpoint combiners may be extended by adding further band-pass filters and by exchanging the star- point. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. The starpoint combiner is convection- cooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner. CH 1 Input 1 Starpoint Output CH 2 Input 2 CH 3 Input 3 CH 4 Input 4
790719 FM Starpoint combiner, 4x 5 kW
Type No. Inputs Insertion loss (1 Connectors Input / Output Weight Dimensions (l x w x h) [mm] Packing size [mm] 790717 2 < 0.4 dB 1⅝ʺ EIA / 1⅝ʺ EIA 220 kg 975 x 695 x 1275 1080 x 890 x 1500 790718 3 < 0.5 dB 1⅝ʺ EIA / 3⅛ʺ EIA 335 kg 2185 x 695 x 1260 2x 1080 x 890 x 1500 1x 1080 x 470 x 1500 790719 4 < 0.6 dB 1⅝ʺ EIA / 3⅛ʺ EIA 450 kg 2185 x 695 x 1260 2x 1080 x 890 x 1500 Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz Channel spacing > 1.5 MHz Isolation > 35 dB VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) Impedance 50 Ω Input power max. 5 kW (per input) Temperature range −20 °C ... +50 °C Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour RAL 7032 (grey) (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 800 kHz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 600 kHz.
Directional Filter Combiner 87.5 ... 108 MHz, 200 W General Directional filter combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The design offers an expandable system which is constructed in a modular form. The configuration provides the best frequency response and optimum isolation between the inputs. Design and Construction This combiner consists of two 3-pole band-pass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. One input is narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The second input is broadband (BB) within the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiners – directional filter combiners as well as starpoint combiners. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings. Thus the combiner is maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner. Output Load CH 2 Broadband input (BB) CH 1 Narrowband input (NB)
790277 FM Directional filter combiner, 200 W
Type No. 790277 Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz tuned to one channel 87.5 – 108 MHz free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < 0.8 dB < 0.2 dB Input power 200 W 800 W Channel spacing > 1.5 MHz Isolation > 30 dB (NB to BB-input) > 50 dB (BB to NB-input) VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) Impedance 50 Ω Temperature range −20 °C ... +50 °C Connectors 7-16 female Colour (front-plate) RAL 7032 (grey) Weight 34 kg Dimensions 19ʺ drawer (6 height units, depth 550 mm) (2 (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 1.5 MHz. (2 One HU (hight unit) refers to 44.45 mm.
Directional Filter Combiner 87.5 ... 108 MHz, 5 kW General The directional filter combiners enable several trans- mitters to be connected to one common output. The design offers an expandable system which is constructed in a modular form. The configuration provides the best frequency response and optimum isolation between the inputs. Design and Construction This combiner consists of two temperature stabilised 3-pole band-pass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. One input is narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The second input is broadband (BB) within the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiners – directional filter combiners as well as starpoint combiners. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. Thus the combiner is maintenance-free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner. Output Load CH 2 Broadband input (BB) CH 1 Narrowband input (NB)
726473 FM Directional filter combiner, 5 kW
Type No. 726473 Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz tuned to one channel 87.5 – 108 MHz free choice of channel Input power 5 kW 15 kW Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Isolation > 30 dB (NB to BB-input) > 50 dB (BB to NB-input) VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) Impedance 50 Ω Temperature range −20 °C ... +50 °C Connectors ⅞ʺ EIA-flange (NB-input) 1⅝ʺ EIA-flange (BB-input and Output) Colour RAL 7032 (grey) Weight 140 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 850 x 560 x 1320 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1015 x 615 x 1400 mm (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 0.8 MHz.
Directional Filter Combiner 87.5 ... 108 MHz, 10 kW General The directional filter combiners enable several trans- mitters to be connected to one common output. The design offers an expandable system which is constructed in a modular form. The configuration provides the best frequency response and optimum isolation between the inputs. Design and Construction This combiner consists of two temperature stabilised 3-pole band-pass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. One input is narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The second input is broadband (BB) within the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiners – directional filter combiners as well as starpoint combiners. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. Thus the combiner is maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner. Output Load CH 2 Broadband input (BB) CH 1 Narrowband input (NB)
790573 FM Directional filter combiner, 10 kW
(mirror version of 728393) Technical Data Type No. 728393 Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) Frequency range 87.5 ... 108 MHz tuned to one channel 87.5 ... 108 MHz free choice of channel Input power 10 kW 50 kW Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Isolation > 35 dB (NB to BB-input) > 55 dB (BB to NB-input) VSWR < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) Impedance 50 Ω Temperature range −20 °C ... +50 °C Connectors 1⅝ʺ EIA-flange (NB-input) 3⅛ʺ EIA-flange (BB-input and Output) Colour RAL 7032 (grey) Weight 290 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1150 x 695 x 1435 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1350 x 870 x 1620 mm (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 0.8 MHz.
with 6 inputs, 5 kW each FM Directional Filter Combiner 2 x 5 kW for Multipattern application
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Components for Antenna Systems Patch Panels Dehydrators Coaxial Cables and Accessories Direct Access Units Mounting Hardware Electrical Adapters
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- Switching device for: – different transmitters – antenna halves – backup systems – dummy loads Easy connection and disconnection of switching ports by special U-Links Dummy load Antenna Example: 3-ports, 1 U-Link Transmitter Example: 6-ports, 3 U-Links Transmitter Half Antenna Half Antenna Easy connection and disconnection of switching ports by special U-Links UHF switching unit, Sira FM switching unit with power measurement unit, Sira
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- Continuous air pressure in RF transmission lines.
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- 19ʺ rack-mounted or wall-mounted. Dehydrator Dual feeder system Air distributor Cable connector Gas inlet Plastic air hose Typical pressurization system Photo: Friedl + Müller Photo: Cibred
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Components for mounting FM panels to tube masts. Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Stainless steel bolts and nuts are supplied. Set of clamps for one horizontal polarized FM panel Order No. Suitable for FM panel Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg 7530000007 601278 601629 715849 601694 601768 601979 75010008 752183 60 – 115 12 7530000008 115 – 245 28 Set of clamps 7530000007 Set of clamps 7530000008
Components for mounting VHF antennas to tube masts. Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Stainless steel bolts and nuts are supplied. Pair of clamps for one VHF panel Order No. Old type number* Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg 75310466 K61120 60 – 115 3.4 75310465 K61130 115 – 210 4.5 * Number only for reference, do not use for ordering! Two pairs of clamps for one VHF dipole Order No. Suitable for VHF dipole Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg 75310386 75010295 75010296 75010297 88.9 1.5
Components for mounting UHF panels to tube masts. Tilt brackets (pair) Order No. 600504 (K61301) For beam tilt down to 10° Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Stainless steel bolts and nuts are supplied. Pair of clamps for one UHF panel Order No. Old type num- ber* Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg 75310411 K611401 40 – 95 1.6 75310412 K611402 60 – 115 1.6 75310413 K611403 115 – 210 4.0 75310414 K611404 210 – 380 7.2 75310415 K611405 380 – 521 10.2 * Number only for reference, do not use for ordering! Pair of clamps 75310413
Pair of clamps for two UHF panels with attachment plate Order No. Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg Distance A/mm Angle α between directions of the two UHF panels 75310244 40 – 95 7.0 kg 261 90° Pair of clamps for one UHF panel with attachment plate Order No. Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg 75310243 40 – 95 3.5 kg Mounting Hardware for UHF Panels with Attachment Plate Components for mounting UHF panels to tube masts. Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Stainless steel bolts and nuts are supplied. Pair of clamps for three UHF panels with attachment plate Order No. Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg Distance A/mm Angle α between directions of the three UHF panels 75310245 40 – 95 12 kg 261 90° Remark: The radius from the center of the array to the reference point of the panel is given by the distance A. Remark: The radius from the center of the array to the reference point of the panel is given by the distance A.
Pair of mechanical adapters to convert a panel with attachment plate to attachment bracket version. Order No. 7530000006 Weight: 1.5 kg Scope of supply: 2 attachment brackets 4 screws 4 washers 8 nuts lubricant Mechanical adapter mounted on UHF panel.
Components for mounting UHF panels to tube masts. Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel. Stainless steel bolts and nuts are supplied. Remark: The radius from the center of the array to the reference point of the panel is given by the distance A. Pair of clamps for two UHF panels with attachment bracket Order No. Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg Distance A/mm Angle α between directions of the two UHF panels 600843 600844 600845 K611521 K611522 K611523 70 – 150 150 – 300 300 – 400 6.4 8.8 8.8 266 90° Pair of clamps for three UHF panels with attachment bracket Order No. Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg Distance A/mm Angle α between directions of the three UHF panels 600849 600850 600851 K611541 K611542 K611543 70 – 150 150 – 300 300 – 400 8.4 9.2 9.2 266 90° Pair of clamps for four UHF panels with attachment bracket Order No. Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg Distance A/mm Angle α between directions of the four UHF panels 600991 600874 K611561 K611562 70 – 150 150 – 260 258 258 90° 90° Special features: A part of the mount can be swivelled out for easier mast climbing.
for UHF Omnidirectional Antennas Order No. Suitable for Antenna type Clamp range mm Weight kg 75310335 75010270 75 – 120 6.0 75310237 75010271 100 – 160 11.0 75310384 75010272 139 – 160 17.0 75310322 75010066 75010067 139 – 160 18.5 75310416 75010068 75010069 wall mount 65.0 75310426 75010068 75010069 top mount 54.0 Notes: The selection of proper tube mast is under responsibility of the customer. It is necessary to carry out a statical and dynamical analysis of the support structure (mast) with the antenna. Please contact us for the relevant mechanical parameters for the analysis, or refer to the antenna datasheet. Steel adapter 75310384 Steel adapter 75310322 Steel adapter 75310416 Steel adapter 75310426
Components for mounting power splitters to tube masts. Stainless steel bolts and nuts are supplied. Tension band for mounting medium power splitters Order No. Suitable for tube mast of mm ∅ Weight kg 759044 30 – 340 0.65
Adapter for 7-16 connector to N-connector Adapters for straight connector to elbow connector Examples: 7-16 female ⅞ʺ EIA flange UHF-Panel with straight connector. Do not forget to put bullet and O-ring for EIA connctions. UHF-Panel with straight connector and elbow adapter. The use of elbow adapters 1. 2. Order No. Type Remark 092930 7-16 m/f EIA elbows do not include coupling element (bullet) – please order separately. 0922248 ⅞ʺ EIA f/f 0921100 13-30 m/f 0921262 1⅝ʺ EIA f/f Order No. Type 092872 7-16 m to N f
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Kathrein is presenting a high-performance solution to analyse your broadcasting networks. The measurement and investigation tool for analogue and digital broadcasting (Kathrein Signal Analyser) is a powerful and complete system to assist you through any phase of radio network planning, realisation and maintenance as well as in the quality assurance of your broad- casting networks. 1 2
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Advanced digital signal processing algorithms Kathrein Signal Analyser strictly follows the concept of SDR (Software Defined Radio). The input with high quality I/Q-data comes from a suitable test receiver. Demodulation, channel decoding and mea surement of all relevant parameters, as well as gene ration of statistics and graphics, are performed by the Kathrein Signal Analyser software. Advanced digital signal processing algorithms allow robust and precise measure - ments, both in stationary and mobile environments. Hardware Kathrein Signal Analyser is hardware independent. We recommend professional equipment like R&S TSMW, NI PXI or IZT R3000. Measure All listed broadcast technologies can be measured in parallel with one hardware. The measurement system is suitable for mobile, as well as stationary and long-term measurements. The powerful channel-scans give a fast overview over the band. Radiation pattern and height profile can be recorded. Many other analysis features are included. ■ FM ■ DRM/DRM+ ■ DAB / DAB+ ■ DMB ■ DVB-T ■ DVB-T2 ■ LTE ■ FeMBMS NEW Export function Create TAB separated files to visualise the measurement with all parameters individually. Import them into any geographic information system (GIS) such as MapInfo, ArcView or even GoogleEarth. Optional: Replay software After performing the measurements, measured data can be re- played and analysed in detail with the Replay software option. Measurement data are displayed on a topographic map and in trace charts. Spectrum, constellation, channel impulse respon- se and many more parameters can be investigated in detail. Optimised for mobile use The concept of software-defined radio provides maximum flexibility and allows measurement of multiple technologies with one hardware setup. Together with flexible post- processing software and a user-friendly interface, radio frequency (RF) and quality of service (QoS) measurements can be carried out quickly and seamlessly for every technology. ■ Waterfall diagram ■ Spectrum ■ Constellation ■ Channel impulse response ■ and many more KSA Broadcast Signal Analysis System based on SDR and digital broadband receiver Please contact us for more detailed information. Customized signal analyser configurations can be offered on request.
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Antenna System Configurations Three-sided Panel Array The individual panels are designed to cover an azimuth sector of 120 degrees and three panels fed with equal power will result in an omni-directional pattern. Directional horizontal radiation patterns can be achieved by using a different panel arran- gement and/or feeding the panels with unequal power levels. This arrangement is especially suitable for triangular and round towers or masts. These broadband systems are available with horizontal or circular polarization. Four-sided Panel Array The individual panels are designed to cover an azimuth sector of 90 degrees so that four panels fed with equal power will produce an omni-directional pattern. Again, directional horizontal radiation pattern can be produced with other panel arrangements and unequal power fed to various panels in the array. This configuration is especially suitable for square towers or masts. These broadband systems can be supplied for any polarization. Turnstile and Superturnstile-Antennas This type of antenna (also known as a “batwing”) produces an excellent horizontally polarized omni-directional pattern. A metal mast can be placed in the center of a turnstile-antenna as long as the mast has a small diameter relative to the wave- length of the signal. dB dB dB dB 3/7 P 3/7 P 1/7 P 4/10 P 4/10 P 1/10 P 1/10 P Kathrein offers a wide variety of antenna systems, allowing the broadcaster to select the optimum configuration for each station. Following is an overview of various arrays and their typical characteristics and advantages. Equal power splitting Equal power splitting Panel arrangementPanel arrangement Horizontal radiation pattern (at mid-band) Horizontal radiation pattern (at mid-band) Different power splitting Different power splitting ~0.7 λ 0.5 λ 0.25 λ ~0.7 λ 0.5 λ 0.25 λ Superturnstile Antenna Turnstile Antenna jU U ~ ~ 90° ϑ ϑ
Antenna System Configurations Multi-panel Array If the cross section of the mast or tower is more than one wavelength it is impossible to obtain a satisfactory omni-directional horizontal radiati- on pattern using three or four panels per bay. However, an omni pattern can be achieved by increasing the number of panels per bay. The horizontal patterns of these “multi-panel” arrays will vary with frequency, but they can be designed for excellent omni performance over limited bandwidths. Multi-panel arrays are available with horizontal or vertical polarization. Special Antenna Systems Inside Self-supporting GRP Towers A large-diameter GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) pipe can be utilized to substitute a metal support structure and enclose an antenna system. The GRP pipe is transparent to RF energy and it allows the antenna engineer to use an optimized antenna design with a small cross-section at the center of the pipe. Antenna elements may be dipoles or turnstiles. The GRP pipe also provides excellent protection against severe environmental conditions such as rain, ice, snow, wind and corrosive agents and it allows access for inspections and maintenance at any time. Horizontally and vertically polarized systems can be supplied. Relay Receiving Antennas For professional receive applications such as transposer/translator inputs Kathrein offer a full range of antennas including yagis and logarithmic-periodic types. UHF models are equipped with radomes to assure reliable operation in icing conditions and to pro- tect the antennas against weather damage. Arrays of these antennas are available to provide very high gain, extremely narrow main lobes, and high rejection of co-channel and other interfering signals coming into the rear and sides of the array. Receiving antennas and arrays are available with either horizontal or vertical polarization. Examples for Radiation Patterns 174 – 230 MHz87.5 … 108 MHz 470 – 860 MHz 3 units K 52 22 5..2 units K 52 22 1.. 4 units 75010393 dB 10 dB expanded dB 10 dB expanded dB 10 dB expanded
The gain of an array describes the increase of signal in the main radiation direction which is produced by reducing radiation in all other directions and concentrating it in the main beam. The gain of a broadcast antenna system is normally increased by using a larger number of vertical bays (increasing the vertical aperture) and thereby forming a more narrow vertical radiation pattern. In the case of a directional antenna system the gain is increased by reducing or eliminating radiation toward azimuth segments and re- directing it toward the areas where coverage is desired. When calculating the gain of an array the losses in the feeder cables and the power splitters must be taken into account. Downtilt in Panel Arrays When transmitting antennas are located on ele- vated sites it is often beneficial to tilt the main beam of the vertical radiation pattern downward to provide higher signal levels in the areas to be served. There are two ways to accomplish downtilt (also known as “beam tilt”). The panels can be me- chanically tilted to direct the beam downward, or phase differences can be introduced into the array feeder system to achieve electrical tilt. Impedance Tuning While the VSWR of a well-designed antenna system can be optimized by the use of tuning devices it is not possible to achieve broad bandwidth by compensating for poor components with tuners. The characteristics of a truly high quality antenna system are established in many ways, beginning with proper component design and manufacture followed by competent system design and installation. Mast or Tower Dimensions for Panel Arrays The radiation pattern of a panel array depends on the relative positions of the individual panels in space and the relative amplitude and phase of the RF energy fed to each panel. Therefore it is necessary to have exact dimensional information about the supporting tower or mast if one is to optimize an array design. The cross section of the mast or tower should be less than one wavelength for a good omni pattern. As the cross section increases beyond one wavelength nulls in the horizontal radiation pattern will rapidly become deeper. Measurement Links When large-diameter coax lines are used in an antenna system it is not possible to easily connect measurement equipment without dis assembly of the coax system. In these cases it is advisable to install measurement links in the coax feeders to allow convenient connection of test equipment to the antenna system. Mismatch Compensation In a broadcast panel array the impedance match of individual panels can be disturbed by mutual coupling, icing and the presence of nearby obstacles. For this reason it is necessary to design the feed system so as to cancel reflections within the array and thereby minimize the presence of reflected signal at the antenna system input. This technique is also known as impedance compensation.
Panel arrays with multiple vertical bays will exhibit deep nulls in the vertical radiation pattern if all bays are fed with equal phase and amplitude. It is important to fill these nulls for proper signal coverage. For analog TV systems it is not sufficient to provide the minimum signal level, but it is necessary to make the direct signal bigger than any reflexion to avoid ghost pictures. There are three methods of introducing null fill in a panel array: – Mechanically tilting some panels downward – Using a non-linear phase taper between bays – Using an unequal power split between bays Since some energy is taken from the main beam to fill the null, the maximum gain of the antenna system will be reduced, typically 0.5 to 1.5 dB, when null fill is introduced. Polarization The polarization is defined as the direction of the electrical vector, in practice the plane of the dipoles. The electric field of an antenna system can be split into a horizontal and a vertical component. If there is only one component, the polarization is pure horizontal or vertical (plane polarized). If there are two components which are not in phase, the polarization is elliptical. For slant polarization both must exist and they must be in phase. When an antenna produces vertically and horizontally polarized fields with equal amplitude and with a phase difference of exactly 90 degrees, the resulting signal is circularly polarized. Power Rating of Components Generally, the power rating of components refers to the maximum CW power (or mean power) level that can be applied to the input. The maximum mean power output of an analog TV transmitter occurs during transmission of a black picture and it is typically equal to 70% of the nominal peak sync power level. For DTV and DAB the nominal transmitter power will occur as the effective mean power level, how- ever, special attention has also to be paid to the voltage load of the system (voltage “crest-factor” due to OFDM modulation). Split Antenna Systems An antenna system can usually be divided into upper and lower halves which can be operated separately. This arrangement allows the use of one half for broadcast operations while the other half is available for painting or maintenance or other work that must be performed in close proximity to the antenna. The signal level will be reduced by 6 dB if one half of the antenna is fed with one half of the normal transmitter power. If the full transmitter power is available, the use of one half of the antenna will reduce the signal level by only 3 dB. It will be necessary to climb the mast or tower to perform antenna switching unless a coax patch panel is installed at the transmitter output with two main feeders up to the antenna inputs.
Filters and combiners are essential components of many broadcasting antenna systems. They are used for selecting frequencies, suppressing disturbing emissions and noise sidebands. Several chan- nels can be combined into one common antenna by using combiners. In certain cases, separate antenna diagrams for individual channels can also be generated. Selection of parameters According to their use as elements of a system, filters are constructed as two-port networks and are matched to the impedance of the other system elements (e.g. transmitter, receiver, antenna or connecting cables) at both the input and the output. Frequency response The attenuation usually depends on the frequency used. This relationship is illustrated in diagram 1, showing a typical attenuation curve for a filter. A plot of the attenuation vs frequency shows the typical filter curve. The attenuation a (1.1) is the logarithmic ratio between input power and transmitted power. Matching As a measurement of how a filter is matched the return loss, which is the logarithmic relationship between the input and reflected power ar (1.2), is displayed in diagram 2. The return loss ar, reflection coefficient r and VSWR factor s (1.3 and 1.4) are all related according to the formulas. f10 dB a fd f a Δ f f1a1 3 dB b Diagram 1: Frequency response of a filter tuned to frequency f1 with insertion loss a1, stop band attenuation a2 at the frequency of f1 – Δ f and with bandwidth b at 3 dB. Diagram 2: Return loss of a 2-cavity band-pass filter, tuned to the frequency f1 and with pass-band bandwidth d. Fig. 1: Filter as element of a system. P2 = P 1 - P r - P v P 1 = Input po we r P r = Reflected po we r P v = P ow er loss through filter P 2 = P ow er transmitted Source 2-por t Load P 1 P r P 2 Tr ansmitter Filter Antenna Glossary of Broadcast Combiners and Filters
Broadcast Combiners and Filters Filters Where used in broadcasting systems, filters are normally set up as a combination of several λ/4 resonators. The Q factor of the resonators is very important with regard to the electrical data and is influenced by the shape and volume of the filter as well as by the conductivity of the material used. The selectivity of the filters used for combiners has a decisive influence on the minimum spacing required between the transmitters to be connected onto one common antenna. If the frequency spacing is narrow then the filters must similarly be tuned in a very narrow way. But this will cause an increase in the insertion loss resulting in the filters becoming hot (diagram 3). This problem can be avoided if filters of greater volume are used which have a relatively lower insertion loss. Directional couplers A directional coupler is a reciprocal four-port construc- tion, whereby two of the ports are isolated from each other. For example, the power fed in at port 1 is split up to ports 2 and 3, whereas port 4 is isolated. The power fed into the other ports is similarly split. If the coupling range of a transmission-line coupler is λ/4 at the center frequency fm then the coupling attenuation over a frequency range of f 1/ f2 = 2 is almost independent of the frequency (fig. 3). For example, with a 3-dB directional coupler there is a divergence of ± 0.4 dB and phase difference of 90° occurs between the signals at ports 2 and 3, which is also almost independent of the frequency (fig. 2). If every port is terminated with a reflection-free load, then the formulas for coupling attenuation and directivity apply. Coupling attenuation Directivity ad = 10 log P 2 P 4 ak = 10 log P 1 P 2 Frequency range f/MHz 2.5 dB 3 dB 3.5 dB fm2/3 fm 4/3 fm P 1 P 2,ϕ = 0° P 3,ϕ = -90° P 4 f 0 dB a Diagram 3: Examples of two different tuning possibilities for a band-pass filter. Narrower tuning will result in higher insertion loss and steeper slopes. Fig. 2: Directional coupler. Fig. 3: Coupling attenuation for 3-dB transmission-line coupler of λ/4 length.
Combiners are a combination of frequency-selecting components (e.g. filters, stretchlines) with nodes and connecting elements (e.g. directional couplers, starpoints). In high quality combiners bandpass filters are used in preference to stop band filters. Starpoint combiners Starpoint combiners for n channels consist of n band-pass filters with outputs that are connected to a common starpoint. The individual band-pass filters are tuned to the respective frequencies. Since the band-pass filters are mismatched out side their pass-bands (with inductive coupling the impedance approaches a short-circuit) the impedance can be transformed up to very high levels by selecting the appropriate length for the link between the filters and the starpoint. This means that for every input the transformed im- pedances of all the other inputs are very high at the starpoint which produces a very low parallel load at the antenna output. Directional filter combiner Directional filter combiners are a combination of filters and 3-dB couplers. One module consists of two band-pass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. One input is narrowband, corresponding to the band- pass curve of the band-pass filter. The other input is broadband, corresponding to the operating range of the 3-dB coupler. Compared to other types of combiners that can be produced at less expense, directional filters offer a number of useful advantages: – Simple set-up of multiple combiners through cascading of modules – Very high isolation between the inputs – Broadband matching at all inputs – Easy extension of existing combiners by adding new modules. Fig. 4: Starpoint combiner for 4 channels Fig. 5: Directional filter combiner CH 1 Input 1 Starpoint Output CH 2 Input 2 CH 3 Input 3 CH 4 Input 4 Output Load CH 2 Broadband input (BB) CH 1 Narrowband input (NB) Glossary of Broadcast Combiners and Filters
Fig. 6: Functioning of module Load CH 2 Broadband input (BB) CH 1 Narrowband input (NB) Glossary of Broadcast Combiners and Filters Function of module The signal fed into the narrowband input is split into two halves by the 3-dB coupler. Both of these pass through one of the band-pass filters to the second 3-dB coupler where they are then added in equal phase at its output due to the 3-dB couplers function. At the broadband input the two partial signals are anti-phase and therefore practically no signal appears at this port. The broadband input is isolated from the narrowband input by the directional coupler. However the isolation depends on the band-pass filters being identically tuned. The frequency of a signal fed into the broadband input lies within the stop band of the band-pass filters. The signal is split into two halves by the 3-dB coupler and reflected completely by the band-pass filters and proceeds to the output after co-phase addition. The narrowband input is isolated from the broadband input by the directional coupler, as described above, but there is additional isolation due to the stop band attenuation of the band-pass filters. Cascading of modules Multiple combiners are easly set up by using several modules with the output of each module feeding the broadband input of the next module. The number of channels possible in a given frequency band is limited only by the minimum spacing bet- ween the signals. However limitation can also arise because the insertion loss for each additional module increases by 0.05 up to 0.2 dB and can assume intole- rable values. The power rating of the 3-dB coupler at the output also can limit the number of channels in practice. Multiplexer Multiplexers consist of one or more directional filter modules and a starpoint combiner. The output of the starpoint combiner is connected to the broadband input of the directional fiter combiner. It is advantageous to feed the channels with the largest possible frequency spacing into the starpoint combiner since this produces the optimal isolation. The isolation between the narrowband input to the starpoint combiners’ inputs is determined by the directional couplers and additionally by the stop-band attenuation of the band-pass filters. Fig. 7: Directional filter combiner with 2 modules Fig. 8: Multiplexer for three channels CH 1 Narrowband Input (NB1) CH 2 Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Broadband Input (BB) Output Load Load Output CH 1 Narrowband input (NB1) Load Starpoint CH 2 Narrowband input (NB2) CH 3 Narrowband input (NB3)
Broadcast Combiners and Filters Comparison Starpoint combiners / Directional filter combiners / Multiplexers Combiner Type Starpoint combiner Directional filter combiner Multiplexer Set-up Band-pass filters + starpoint Band-pass filters + 3-dB coupler Directional filter + starpoint combiner Spacing FM: 30 W – 1 kW FM: 3 kW – 20 kW
2.5 MHz
1.5 MHz – 2 MHz
2 MHz
0.8 MHz – 1 MHz
1 MHz
(VSWR) All inputs matched in pass-band range All inputs broadband matched Starpoint inputs: pass-band matched Directional filter inputs: broad- band matched; Frequency response All inputs are narrow-band according to frequency response of the band-pass filters Narrowband input: according to frequency response of the band-pass filters Broadband input: not selective All inputs are narrowband according to frequency response of the band-pass filters Isolation According to stop-band attenuation of the band-pass filters NB – BB: attenuation through 3-dB coupler BB – NB / NB – NB: Attenuation through 3-dB coupler + stop-band attenuation of band-pass filters Between starpoint inputs: like starpoint combiner Directional filter inputs: attenuation through 3-dB coupler + stop band attenuation of band-pass filters Extensions With additional band-pass filter; new starpoint cabling necessary Very simply by adding up a directional filter module; no altering of existing cabling Simple by adding new directional filter module between starpoint and directional filter; altering of existing cabling necessary Costs Economical solution for wide frequency spacing Sophisticated solution with several technical advantages Costs between starpoint and di- rectional filter combiner; smaller frequency spacing possible than with starpoint
VSWR, Return Loss Reflected Power, Reflection Coefficient Locate the known value on the appropriate scale, then read across horizontally to find the equivalent values as shown in the examples above. VSWR Return loss in dB Reflected power in % Reflected coefficient
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KATHREIN has designed special solutions to combine maximum climbing space and safety with optimum horizontal pattern performance. Although very stringent technical specifications of some broad- casters require larger climbing areas, KATHREIN demonstrated that safe climbing and rescue is possible and was able to get approval for its solutions. “Stacked Aperture” Configuration Examples UHF Superturnstile (6 bays) in radome on top of VHF Band I Superturnstile (3 bays) VHF Band III Superturnstile (6 bays) on top of pentagonal UHF panel antenna (4 bays) Example for UHF Steel Carrier
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