Lab-Volt 8096 Manual

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The Lab-Volt Radar Training System consists of seven

subsystems (Models 8096-1 to 8096-8). Subsys-

tems 8096-1 to 8096-3 provide students with hands-on

training in the principles and operation of analog and

digital radar, as well as radar tracking systems.

Subsystem 8096-4 adds an active jamming pod trainer

to the system to train students in the principles and

s c e n a r i o s

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E l e c t r o n i c

Subsystem 8096-5 is a sophisticated pulse-mode, radar

cross-section (RCS) measurement training system with

inverse synthetic-aperture radar (ISAR) imagery

capability that is specifically designed for operation at

close range. Subsystem 8096-6 provides students with

training in the principles of electronically steered

antennas. Finally, subsystem 8096-8 introduces students

to the basic principles and operation of synthetic

aperture radar (SAR).

The Radar Training System uses patented

technology to detect and track passive targets at very

short range in the presence of noise and clutter. The

very low transmitter power allows for safe operation in a

variety of training environments.

RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM

MODEL 8096

Model 8096 shown with optional equipment

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Radar Training System Features

C Active, real-time radar system operating in a

classroom laboratory

C Low power, safe operation

C Latest technology, e.g., microstrips, Surface Mounted

Devices (SMD's), Digital Signal Processing (DSP),

and Fast Fourier Transform (FFT)

C Pulsed, continuous wave (CW) Doppler, and

frequency-modulated continuous wave (FM-CW)

modes of operation

C A-scope display output

C Plan Position Indicator (PPI) display on a computer

monitor (on-screen PPI display) with fixed-intensity,

intensity-modulated, color-modulated, and color-coded

(weather radar) display modes

C Conventional PPI display capability (vector scan output)

C Moving Target Indication (MTI) processor for fixed-

target echo cancellation and clutter rejection

C Sensitive Moving Target Detection (MTD) processor

that differentiates between fixed and slowly moving

targets at short range

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Page 1: General Description
Radar Training System Features subsystems (Models 8096-1 to 8096-8). Subsys- C Active, real-time radar system operating in a tems 8096-1 to 8096-3 provide students with hands-on classroom laboratory training in the principles and operation of analog and C Low power, safe operation digital radar, as well as radar tracking systems.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Optional Equipment ......14 C Protection against incorrect connections Optional Equipment for Models 8096-5 and 8096-8 15 Equipment Descriptions ..... 15 The Basic Radar Training System, Model 8096-1, is Specifications .
Page 3 (to be purchased separately) is required with the RTM. The Lab-Volt Model 9695 Radar Host Computer is recommended. Figure 2. The Basic Radar Training System, Model 8096-1 The Radar Processor/Display, Model 8096-2, is used in conjunction with the Basic Radar Training System, Model 8096-1, to form a complete and modern pulse radar system.
Page 4 RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 Figure 5. Simplified connection diagram of the Basic Radar Training System and Radar Processor/Display. The RTM processes the signals from the Basic Marker (VRM), Electronic Bearing Line (EBL), etc. Radar Training System to detect targets, and sends data...
Page 5 Figure 8. Computer-based control of the radar display functions. Figure 6. On-screen selection of the type of radar which is implemented. Figure 9. Window showing the interconnections to the RTM. Figure 7. Computer-based control of the radar processing functions and operating parameters.
Page 6 RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 Figure 10. On-screen block diagram of the Moving Target Figure 12. The Data Monitor is a powerful tool designed to study Indication (MTI) processor. the various stages (FFT Doppler filtering, thresholding, alarm generation) of Moving Target Detection (MTD).
Page 7 Figure 16. The Radar Tracking Training System, Model 8096-3. Installation of the Radar Tracking Training System is Figure 14. Computer-based control of clutter and interference very simple: insert the interface module in the RTM, generation. modify a few connections, connect the hand controller to...
Page 8 The Radar Active Target (RAT) Training System, Model 8096-4, is used in conjunction with the three Figure 19. Effect of barrage noise jamming produced by the previous subsystems (Models 8096-1, 8096-2, and...
Page 9 The system can also generate high-resolution reflective scale models are optionally available. See ISAR images of much larger targets when the shortest Optional Equipment for Models 8096-5 and 8096-8 in pulse width is used. Because the system is based on this data sheet.
Page 10 Lab-Volt radar training system. It allows sector-scan operation with no antenna motion. The Synthetic-Aperture Radar (SAR) Training System, Model 8096-8, adds on to the RCS and ISAR Measurement Training System, Model 8096-5 , to form a synthetic aperture radar that can produce high- resolution images (see Figures 27 to 29).
Page 11 Training System, and an antenna-motion control optionally available. See Optional Equipment for module (SAR controller). Target radar echoes produced Models 8096-5 and 8096-8 in this data sheet. during a complete antenna scan are sampled and stored in the SAR processor then processed using a range- Doppler algorithm to obtain high-resolution SAR images.
Page 12: Table Of Contents Of The Student Manuals
RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 TABLE OF CONTENTS OF THE STUDENT MANUALS Volume 1 Volume 4 Principles of Radar Systems (38542-00) Tracking Radar (38545-00) – Basic Principles of Pulsed Radar – Familiarization with the Tracking Radar – The Range-Delay Relationship –...
Page 13: Lists Of Equipment
Volume 4 – Tracking Radar (Student Manual) ........38545-00 RADAR ACTIVE TARGET TRAINING SYSTEM ADD-ON, MODEL 8096-4...
Page 14: Additional Equipment Required To Perform The Exercises In The Manuals
RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 LIST OF EQUIPMENT (cont’d) RCS AND ISAR MEASUREMENT TRAINING SYSTEM ADD-ON, MODEL 8096-5 DESCRIPTION ORDERING NUMBER RCS/ISAR Measurement Interface ..........9610-00 RCS/ISAR Processor .
Page 15: Optional Equipment For Models 8096-5 And 8096-8
It is equipped with front-panel test points for training purposes. This reflective scale model is already included in the accessories of the RCS and ISAR Measurement Training System, Model 8096-5.
Page 16 RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 Model 9602 – Radar Synchronizer / Antenna Model 9603 – Rotating-Antenna Pedestal Controller The Rotating-Antenna Pedestal is the mount and drive The Radar Synchronizer / Antenna Controller is used for motor for the radar antenna. It provides the RF...
Page 17 system, provides training microwave safety sphere, a cylinder, a 90-degree reflector, three metal techniques. plates and a plexiglass plate). The surface of the target table measures 90 by 90 cm (35.1 x 35.1 in) and is marked with a 1-cm (0.39-in) grid. Model 9605 –...
Page 18 Basic Radar Training System, Model 8096-1. These include; SMA flexible cables, BNC cables, a DB9 cable, an antenna motor driver cable, BNC tees, SMA attenuators, an SMA 50-Ω load, a measuring tape, a level, a waveguide-to-coax adapter, a horn antenna support, and quick-lock fasteners.
Page 19 into the DSP memory using the host computer that runs Model 9631 – Data Acquisition Interface the LVRTS software. Electrical power is supplied to the RTM by the Power Supply, Model 9408, through a multi- pin cable that connects to the back panel. Model 9630 –...
Page 20 The Windows XP or Windows 7 operating system is required to run the LVRTS software. SUBSYSTEM 8096-3, RADAR TRACKING TRAINING SYSTEM Model 9604-A – Dual Feed Parabolic Antenna The Analog/Digital Output Interface is a compact module designed to be installed into one of the slots on the RTM of the Radar Processor/Display.
Page 21 SMA connectors that provide access to the lobe switching RF circuitry. It also has two BNC-connector inputs (lobe switch control input and antenna rotation SUBSYSTEM 8096-4, RADAR ACTIVE TARGET command input) and two BNC-connector outputs (lobe TRAINING SYSTEM switch control output and antenna rotation command output).
Page 22 VCO signal level before it is sent to the transmitting horn antenna. This allows the amount of noise introduced in the victim radar (i.e., the Lab-Volt radar) to be adjusted. The maximum transmitted power is low, thereby providing safe operation in a laboratory environment.
Page 23 This connector is identical to the power connector used measurements to be performed using the Basic Radar on several other modules of the system and has the Training System, Model 8096-1. This RF circuitry also same pin configuration. allows the Basic Radar Training System to be converted into a synthetic aperture radar (SAR).
Page 24 RCS and ISAR Measurement Training System, Model 8096-5, and the SAR Training System, Model 8096-8. It is designed to be connected to the video output of the RCS/ISAR Processor, Model 9611. The Phased Array Antenna is specifically designed to be used with the Lab-Volt Radar Training System.
Page 25 Radar Training second beam). A 3-digit display on the front panel of the System (Model 8096-1) is used as a synthetic aperture Phased Array Antenna Controller indicates the number radar. Antenna motion commands are received from the of the selected beam, the angular position of the beam SAR Processor (RCS/ISAR Processor, Model 9611 or the scan speed.
Page 26 RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 Lab-Volt Synthetic Aperture Radar (LVSAR) Model 9690-F – Connection Leads and Accessories Software The Model 9690-F Connection Leads and Accessories contains two medium-length BNC cables, two long BNC cables, a low-loss long SMA cable, a short multiway...
Page 27: Specifications
Number of Cells 960, 1920, and 3840 on 1.8-m (5.9-ft), 3.6-m (11.8-ft), and 7.2-m (23.6-ft) ranges, respectively Model 8096-3 – Radar Tracking Training System (Tracking Radar) Lobe Switch Control Input, Voltage Range -5 to +5 V Antenna Rotation Command Input, Voltage Range...
Page 28 RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 Model 8096-3 – Radar Tracking Training System (Tracking Radar) (cont’d) PPI Display X- and Y-Output Voltage Range -8 to +8 V Z Output Voltage Range O-Scope Display Video Output Voltage Range -10 to +10 V...
Page 29 Model 9431 – Reconfigurable Training Module (cont’d) Analog Outputs (4) Voltage Range ±10 V Impedance 600 Ω A and B Auxiliary Outputs Voltage Range ±10 V Impedance 600 Ω C and D Auxiliary Outputs Voltage Range ±3.0 V Impedance 8 Ω Data Link to Host Computer 10 Mb/s (Ethernet) or 100 Mb/s (Fast Ethernet), TCP/IP Protocol Physical Characteristics...
Page 30 RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 Model 9604 – Radar Antenna (cont’d) Polarization Linear, vertical Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D) 425 x 375 x 515 mm (16.8 x 14.8 x 20.3 in) Net Weight 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) Model 9604-A –...
Page 31 Model 9608 – Radar Jamming Pod Trainer (cont’d) Signal Repeater (Programmable Delay Line) Maximum Input Power +10 dBm Range of Delay 2.66 to 5.60 ns (40 to 84.2 cm), adjustable in 7 steps of 0.42 ns (6.3 cm) RGPO Walk-Off Time Selectable, 0.8, 1.6, 4.0, and 8.0 s Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D)
Page 32 RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 Model 9613 – Phased Array Antenna Controller (cont’d) Trigger Inputs Azimuth Output 10-bit TTL Control Output Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D) 112 x 330 x 300 mm (4.4 x 13.0 x 11.8 in) Net Weight 3.2 kg (7.1 lb)
Page 33 Model 9630 – Analog/Digital Signal Combiner Analog Inputs (2) Voltage Range -10 to +10 V Impedance 10 kΩ Analog Outputs 3 and 4 Voltage Range -1 to +1 V Impedance 600 Ω Analog Outputs 5 and 6 Voltage Range -11 to +11 V Impedance 600 Ω...
Page 34: Ordering Numbers
RADAR TRAINING SYSTEM MODEL 8096 ORDERING NUMBERS 120 V – 50/60 Hz 220 V – 50 Hz 240 V – 50 Hz ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH ENGLISH 797-20 797-20 797-20 797-25 797-25 797-25 797-25 8096-10 8096-11 8096-12 8096-15...
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Page 36 ISO 9001 certification. Lab-Volt reserves the right to make product improvements at any time and without notice and is not responsible for typographical errors. Lab-Volt recognizes all product names used herein as trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. © Lab-Volt 2013. All rights reserved.

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