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Antenna Control System, VHF/UHF TX/RX coupler/switch, 30-512 MHz

ACS-004

The antenna coupler is intended for use with 4 transceivers plus two additional receivers together with one (or two) common antennas. It is possible to transmit or receive on all channels at the same time. The transmit insertion loss depends on the number of active transmitters. A low noise amplifier is used in the receive path.

When used with two antennas simultaneous transmission and reception is possible. With only one antenna all reception will be disabled when one or more transmitters are active.

It is possible to give priority to one transmitter.

For fail-safe operation one transmitter is connected directly to the antenna in case of power failure.

See datasheet for a closer functional description.

Frequency Range 30-512 MHz
Nominal Impedance 50 Ω
TX Signal Path Power Rating: 100 W, each transmitter
Loss: < 2 dB (one transmitter), or < 8 dB
Phase Integrity:  10° (< 20 mm)
Switching Speed: < 100 µs
RX Signal Path Gain: 0..4 dB
P -1dB, Out: > 14 dBm
IP3, Out: > 30 dBm
Noise Figure: < 4 dB
Isolation, Out: > 20 dB
Max. inp. Power: 30 dBm continuous
Power Supply 18-32 V @ < 1 A, galvanic isolation
Connectors RF: N female standard, others on request
Power: Amphenol 62GB series, others on request
Size 3U, 19″, 270 mm depth (ex. handles and connectors)
Temperature Range Operational: – 25°C to + 55°
Storage: – 40°C to + 70°C