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Model 3110C Biconical Antenna User Manual...
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ETS-Lindgren Inc. reserves the right to make changes to any product described herein in order to improve function, design, or for any other reason. Nothing contained herein shall constitute ETS-Lindgren Inc. assuming any liability whatsoever arising out of the application or use of any product or circuit described herein.
Included text gives proper procedures. Warning: Denotes a hazard. Failure to follow instructions could result in SEVERE personal injury and/or property damage. Included text gives proper procedures. See the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin for safety, regulatory, and other product marking information.
The elements mount onto a balun network which is fabricated of aluminum and the necessary impedance-matching components. The lightweight construction provides for ease in portability and storage. A variety of mounting options are available for the Model 3110C. For information, see Mounting Instructions on page 17. Optional Items 3110CP—P...
RIPOD PTIONS ETS-Lindgren offers the following nonmetallic, non-reflective tripods for use at both indoor and outdoor EMC test sites. Model 4-TR—Constructed of linen phenolic and delrin, designed with an adjustable center post for precise height adjustments. Maximum height is 2.0 m (80.0 in), and minimum height is 94 cm (37.0 in).
ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin See the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the following: Warranty information Safety, regulatory, and other product marking information Steps to receive your shipment Steps to return a component for service ...
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Before performing any maintenance, follow the safety information in the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment. Maintenance of the Model 3110C is limited WARRANTY to external components such as cables or connectors. If you have any questions concerning maintenance, contact ETS-Lindgren Customer Service.
Service Procedures For the steps to return a system or system component to ETS-Lindgren for service, see the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment. Maintenance...
Width: 132.1 cm 52.0 in Depth: 55.9 cm 22.0 in Diameter: 52.0 cm 20.5 in Weight: 2.7 kg 6.0 lb ETS-Lindgren recommends using a 6 dB pad attached to the end of the antenna; otherwise, high VSWR may occur. Specifications...
3110CP (W ODEL ORTABLE LEMENTS One element is shown for illustrative purposes only; all specifications are based on the balun plus both elements. Width (includes elements and balun): 120.9 cm (47.6 in) Diameter: 64.1 cm (25.3 in) Weight (includes elements and balun): 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) Specifications...
4.0 Assembly Instructions Before connecting any components, follow the safety information in the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment. The Model 3110C Biconical Antenna is shipped unassembled, and includes these parts: Balun – includes attached stinger mount ...
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To assemble the Model 3110C: Slide a belleville washer onto the threaded screw end of one of the biconical elements. Line up the screw threads with the receptacle hole on the balun and turn the biconical element until it is firmly secured in the balun.
The Model 3110C is a precision measurement device. Handle with care. Using Included Mounting Adapters The Model 3110C Biconical Antenna ships with these mounting adapters: 102108 Clamp Block—Uses standard 7/8–14 threads and comes with a 1/4–20 thread adapter for mounting to an ETS-Lindgren tripod or most other tripods.
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To use these adapters to mount the Model 3110C to a 4-TR tripod: Shown mounted onto a 4-TR with clamp block, support base, and support rod Assemble the clamp block, support base, and support rod, and attach the support base to the 4-TR tripod.
Using the Stinger Mount The stinger on the Model 3110C enables you to mount to antenna directly to an ETS-Lindgren 7-TR Tripod Positioner or mast. Additional hardware is required to use the stinger to mount the Model 3110C to a mast. For information on ordering optional mounting hardware, contact the ETS-Lindgren Sales Department.
Additional Mounting Options 4-TR M OUNTING PTIONS Following are additional options for mounting the Model 3110C onto an ETS-Lindgren 4-TR tripod. Contact the ETS-Lindgren Sales Department for information on ordering optional mounting hardware. Mounting Instructions...
7-TR OUNTING PTIONS The stinger on the Model 3110C enables you to mount the antenna directly to an ETS-Lindgren 7-TR Tripod Positioner. Following are non-stinger options for mounting the Model 3110C onto an ETS-Lindgren 7-TR Tripod Positioner. Contact the ETS-Lindgren Sales Department for information on ordering optional mounting hardware.
OUNTING PTIONS Following are additional options for mounting the Model 3110C onto a 2x2 boom. Contact the ETS-Lindgren Sales Department for information on ordering optional mounting hardware. 2x2 boom refers to a typical 2-inch by 2-inch boom. Mounting Instructions...
The maximum continuous input power to the Model 3110C is 250 mW. When the Model 3110C is used vertically, the same element orientation need not be maintained from measurement to measurement. The Model 3110C exhibits excellent symmetrical performance, and test repeatability is assured by the balun design.
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Appendix A: Warranty See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the complete ETS-Lindgren warranty for your Model 3110C Biconical Antenna. 3110C URATION OF ARRANTIES FOR ODEL All product warranties, except the warranty of title, and all remedies for warranty failures are limited to two years.
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