Model 3164 Series Open Boundary Quad-Ridged Horns User Manual
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Table of Contents Notes, Cautions, and Warnings .............................................. vii 1.0 Introduction .......................................................................... 9 Model 3164-05 .......................................................................................... 10 Model 3164-06 .......................................................................................... 11 Model 3164-08 .........................................................................................
3164-08 / 3164-10 Chamber Wall Mount, Page 2.............................. 31 Bracket Mount Instructions........................................................................ 32 3164-05 Bracket Mount ..................................................................... 32 3164-06 / 3164-08 / 3164-10 Bracket Mount ..................................... 33 3164-11 Bracket Mount ..................................................................... 36 Additional Mounting Instructions for 3164-05 ..............
Model 3164-05 at 18 GHz ......................................................................... 65 8.0 Model 3164-06 Typical Data .............................................. 67 Model 3164-06 Gain ................................................................................. 67 Model 3164-06 VSWR .............................................................................. 68 Model 3164-06 3 dB Half-Power Beamwidth .............................................
Model 3164-10 H-Plane at 400 MHz–2000 MHz ....................................... 98 Model 3164-10 E-Plane at 2000 MHz–10000 MHz ................................... 99 Model 3164-10 H-Plane at 2000 MHz–10000 MHz ..................................100 14.0 Model 3164-11 Typical Data .......................................... 101 Model 3164-11 Gain and Antenna Factor.................................................101 Model 3164-11 VSWR .........................................................................
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings Note: Denotes helpful information intended to provide tips for better use of the product. Caution: Denotes a hazard. Failure to follow instructions could result in minor personal injury and/or property damage. Included text gives proper procedures. Warning: Denotes a hazard. Failure to follow instructions could result in SEVERE personal injury and/or property damage. Included text gives proper procedures.
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1.0 Introduction The ETS-Lindgren Model 3164 Open Boundary Quad-Ridged Horns include the 3164-05, 3164-06, 3164-08, 3164-10, and 3164-11 antennas. The Model 3164 Series was designed for antenna pattern measurement ranging from the ultra-high frequency (UHF) to the Ku band. Each antenna is a dual linear polarized open boundary horn that allows the user to measure the principal polarizations of the field radiated by the antenna under test.
Testing of the Model 3164 Series shows that the isolation level between the two orthogonal test ports is better than 24 dB in the specified operating frequency range. The port isolation is the limiting factor in the cross-polarization levels of the antenna. The Model 3164 Series antennas are designed to operate from 300 MHz to 18 GHz in a free-space environment.
Model 3164-06 The 3164-06 is the largest of the Model 3164 Series, with an operating range of 300 MHz to 6 GHz. The 3164-06 is designed as a receive antenna, but can also be used to transmit with a power handling capability of 20 W. The 3164-06 is ideal for taper chambers. Model 3164-08 The 3164-08 is the larger of the medium-sized antennas of the Model 3164 Series, with an operating range of 700 MHz to 10 GHz. With the highest gain in the 5.8 GHz range, the 3164-08 is ideal for WiMAX™ testing.
Model 3164-10 With a frequency range of 400 MHz to 10 GHz, the 3164-10 covers all wireless frequency bands, including cell phone, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, and GPS bands. Additional applications include UWB wireless testing (3 GHz to 10 GHz) and lower frequency testing (400 MHz to 3 GHz) for GSM, PCS, Wi-Fi, and WiMAX applications. Designed to measure wireless devices over-the-air (OTA), the 3164-10 also has excellent gain characteristics and low VSWR.
Tripod Options Due to the size and weight of these models, never mount the 3164-06, 3164-08, or 3164-10 onto a 4-TR Tripod. 4-TR TRIPOD Constructed of linen phenolic and delrin, designed with an adjustable center post for precise height adjustments. Maximum height is 2.0 m (80.0 in), and minimum height is 94 cm (37.0 in). This tripod can support up to an 11.8 kg (26.0 lb) load. 7-TR TRIPOD Constructed of PVC and fiberglass components, providing increased stability for physically large antennas.
ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin See the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the following: 14 Warranty information Safety, regulatory, and other product marking information Steps to receive your shipment Steps to return a component for service ETS-Lindgren calibration service ETS-Lindgren contact information Introduction www.ets-lindgren.
2.0 Maintenance Before performing any maintenance, follow the safety information in the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment. WARRANTY Maintenance of the Model 3164 Series is limited to external components such as cables or connectors. If you have any questions concerning maintenance, contact ETS-Lindgren Customer Service. Annual Calibration See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for information on ETS-Lindgren calibration services. www.
Replacement and Optional Parts ETS-Lindgren may substitute a similar part or new part number with the same functionality for another part/part number. Contact ETS-Lindgren for questions about part numbers and ordering parts. Following are the part numbers for ordering replacement or optional parts for the Model 3164 Open Boundary Quad-Ridged Horns.
3164-10 3164-11 Part Description Part Number 7-TR Tripod 7-TR Bracket mount 106974 Threaded insert for tripod mount 105861 Knob for boom mount 104136 SMA connector (2) 512082 4-TR Tripod 4-TR 7-TR Tripod 7-TR Bracket mount with knob 119430 Threaded insert for tripod mount 105861 Knob for boom mount 104136 SMA connector (2) 512082 Service Procedures For the steps to return a system or system component to ETS-Lindgren for service, see the Product Information Bulletin included with yo
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3.0 Specifications Electrical Specifications MODEL 3164-05 Frequency Range: Max VSWR: Gain over Operating Frequency: 2 GHz–18 GHz < 3.25:1 See Gain data on page 43 Maximum Continuous Power: 10 W Impedance (Nominal): 50 Ω Connector: SMA (2) female Cross Polarization Isolation: > 24 dB Dual Polarization Symmetry: See Gain data on page 43 www.ets-lindgren.
MODEL 3164-06 Frequency Range: Max VSWR: Gain over Operating Frequency: Maximum Continuous Power: Impedance (Nominal): Connector: 300 MHz–6 GHz < 6.
MODEL 3164-10 Frequency Range: 400 MHz–10 GHz Max VSWR: < 5:1 (Avg 1.75:1) Gain over Operating Frequency: Maximum Continuous Power: Impedance (Nominal): Connector: See Gain data on page 93 100 W at 400 MHz 20 W at 10 GHz 50 Ω SMA (2) female Cross Polarization Isolation: –25 dB Dual Polarization Symmetry: See Gain data on page 93 MODEL 3164-11 Frequency Range: Max VSWR: Gain over Operating Frequency: Maximum Continuous Power: Impedance (Nominal): Connector: 1 GHz–18 GHz 3.
Physical Specifications 22 Model 3164-05 Model 3164-06 Model 3164-08 Model 3164-10 Model 3164-11 Height: 17.1 cm 6.7 in 50.80 cm 20 in 36.07 cm 14.2 in 36.07 cm 14.2 in 17.6 cm 6.9 in Width: 17.1 cm 6.7 in 50.80 cm 20 in 36.07 cm 14.2 in 36.07 cm 14.2 in 17.6 cm 6.9 in Depth: 18.6 cm 7.3 in 50.80 cm 20 in 36.58 cm 14.4 in 36.58 cm 14.4 in 19 cm 7.5 in (with mount bracket add 8.6 cm/3.4 in) Weight: 0.7 kg 1.5 lb 9.5 kg 21 lb 5.1 kg 11.4 lb 3.4 kg 7.4 lb 1kg 2.
4.0 Application The Model 3164 Open Boundary Quad-Ridged Horns can be used as transmit or receive antennas for measuring all wireless telecommunications devices, such as cell phones and Internet devices. Additionally, the antennas cover most of the common radar and MW bands used in military applications. When an antenna is configured for receive mode, it can be used to measure far field antenna patterns for the two orthogonal polarizations simultaneously.
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5.0 Mounting Instructions The Model 3164 Series antennas are precision measurement devices. Handle your antenna with care. About Chamber Wall Mount The Model 3164 Series Open Boundary Quad-Ridged Horns can be mounted directly on the shield line of a shielded anechoic chamber. When mounted, the SMA connectors on the 3164-10 and 3164-11 will be located inside the chamber and must be routed by cables to outside the chamber during installation.
Easy access to SMA connectors—The circular mounting plate provides the primary interface to the shielded enclosure mount panel. By fastening the mounting plate to the shielded enclosure, the two SMA connectors are on the outside of the enclosure (3164-05, 3164-06, and 3164-08 only), providing easy access. This also puts the cables outside of the enclosure, which reduces the effect of the cables on the measurement.
Chamber Wall Mount Instructions 3164-05 / 3164-11 CHAMBER WALL MOUNT The radius and hole pattern of the adapter plate for the 3164-05 and 3164-11 are identical. However, when mounted to the chamber wall: The SMA connectors on the 3164-05 will remain outside the chamber wall. The SMA connectors on the 3164-11 will remain inside the chamber wall. The 3164-05 and 3164-11 each provide eight equidistant holes around the circumference of the adapter plate of the antenna.
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3164-08 / 3164-10 CHAMBER WALL MOUNT, PAGE 1 When mounted, the SMA connectors on the 3164-10 will be located inside the chamber and must be routed by cables to outside the chamber during installation. 30 Mounting Instructions www.ets-lindgren.
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Bracket Mount Instructions 3164-05 BRACKET MOUNT A mounting bracket (108071) attaches the 3164-05 onto a tripod or mast. The 108071 bracket attaches to the antenna backplate with a 1/4–20 thread knob, and includes an insert that fastens to a 1/4–20 thread screw on the tripod or mast. 32 Mounting Instructions www.ets-lindgren.
3164-06 / 3164-08 / 3164-10 BRACKET MOUNT Due to the size and weight of these models, never mount the 3164-06, 3164-08, or 3164-10 onto a 4-TR Tripod. All mentions in this section to a tripod refer exclusively to the ETS-Lindgren 7-TR tripod. An L-shaped mounting bracket (106974) is included with the antenna. The 106974 bracket mounts the 3164-06 onto a boom and mounts the 3164-08/3164-10 onto a tripod or boom. Bracket hardware includes two screws, two wing nuts, and four metal washers.
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To attach the 106974 mounting bracket: 1. Place the antenna in a stable position and location to prevent it from falling or rolling while attaching the bracket. 2. Orient the antenna: Use the V (vertical) and H (horizontal) marks on the antenna to orient the antenna along the vertical and horizontal planes with one connector at the top, pointing up. 3. With the antenna oriented, align the two bracket holes in the mounting bracket with the two lowest screw holes in the antenna adapter plate.
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Additional Mounting Instructions for 3164-05 3164-05 BACKPLATE MOUNT As found with traditional antennas that cover the same frequency range, the backplate of the 3164-05 provides four 10–32 threaded holes for mounting. www.ets-lindgren.
3164-05 CENTER ROTATION MOUNT A stinger shaft can be attached to the 3164-05 for mounting to stinger compatible tripods, such as the 7-TR. The stinger screws into the antenna backplate with a 1/4–20 set screw. 38 Mounting Instructions www.ets-lindgren.
Summary of Mounting Options Chamber Wall 108071 Mounting bracket 3164-05 3164-06 3164-08 3164-10 3164-11 7-TR, Mast 4-TR Adapter plate (flange) 2x2 Boom 108070 Stinger NA NA 106974 Mounting bracket NA 119430 Mounting bracket (includes knob) 4-TR MOUNTING (3164-05, 3164-11) Do not mount the 3164-06, 3164-08, or 3164-10 onto a 4-TR Tripod. Only the 3164-05 and 3164-11 can be mounted to a 4-TR. www.ets-lindgren.
7-TR, MAST MOUNTING (3164-06, 3164-08, 3164-10) Mast refers to 2070 Series, 2075, and 2175 Antenna Towers. 7-TR refers to these booms: 109042 boom—Straight boom; for general antenna mounting on a 7-TR 108983 boom—Offset boom; for general antenna mounting on a 7-TR with pneumatic or manual polarization; can also be used to mount stinger-type antennas 40 Mounting Instructions www.ets-lindgren.
2X2 BOOM MOUNTING (3164-06, 3164-08, 3164-10) 2x2 boom refers to a typical 2-inch by 2-inch boom. www.ets-lindgren.
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6.0 Model 3164-05 Typical Data Model 3164-05 Gain Measured Per SAE 958 Method www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-05 VSWR – Both Ports 44 Model 3164-05 Typical Data www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-05 Cross-Port Isolation www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-05 Half-Power Beamwidth 46 Model 3164-05 Typical Data www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-05 10 dB Beamwidth www.ets-lindgren.
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7.0 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns Model 3164-05 at 2 GHz www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164 05 at 3 GHz 50 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-05 at 4 GHz www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-05 at 5 GHz 52 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-05 at 7 GHz 54 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-05 at 9 GHz 56 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-05 at 11 GHz 58 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-05 at 13 GHz 60 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-05 at 15 GHz 62 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-05 at 16 GHz www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-05 at 17 GHz 64 Model 3164-05 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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8.0 Model 3164-06 Typical Data Model 3164-06 Gain www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-06 VSWR 68 Model 3164-06 Typical Data www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-06 3 dB Half-Power Beamwidth www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-06 Cross-Port Isolation 70 Model 3164-06 Typical Data www.ets-lindgren.
9.0 Model 3164-06 Typical Radiation Patterns Model 3164-06 at 400 MHz–600 MHz www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-06 at 800 MHz–1000 MHz 72 Model 3164-06 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-06 at 4000 MHz–5000 MHz 74 Model 3164-06 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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10.0 Model 3164-08 Typical Data Model 3164-08 Gain www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-08 VSWR 78 Model 3164-08 Typical Data www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-08 Cross-Port Isolation www.ets-lindgren.
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11.0 Model 3164-08 Typical Radiation Patterns Model 3164-08 at 700 MHz–800 MHz www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-08 at 900 MHz–1000 MHz 82 Model 3164-08 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-08 at 2.5 GHz–3.0 GHz 84 Model 3164-08 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-08 at 4.5 GHz–5.0 GHz 86 Model 3164-08 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-08 at 6.5 GHz–7.0 GHz 88 Model 3164-08 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-08 at 8.5 GHz–9.0 GHz 90 Model 3164-08 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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12.0 Model 3164-10 Typical Data Model 3164-10 Gain www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-10 VSWR 94 Model 3164-10 Typical Data www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-10 Cross-Port Isolation www.ets-lindgren.
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13.0 Model 3164-10 Typical Radiation Patterns Model 3164-10 E-Plane at 400 MHz–2000 MHz www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-10 H-Plane at 400 MHz–2000 MHz 98 Model 3164-10 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-10 E-Plane at 2000 MHz–10000 MHz www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-10 H-Plane at 2000 MHz–10000 MHz 100 Model 3164-10 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
14.0 Model 3164-11 Typical Data Model 3164-11 Gain and Antenna Factor www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-11 VSWR 102 Model 3164-11 Typical Data www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-11 Half-Power Beamwidth 104 Model 3164-11 Typical Data www.ets-lindgren.
15.0 Model 3164-11 Typical Radiation Patterns Model 3164-11 at 1 GHz–2 GHz www.ets-lindgren.
Model 3164-11 at 3 GHz–4 GHz 106 Model 3164-11 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-11 at 7 GHz–8 GHz 108 Model 3164-11 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-11 at 11 GHz–12 GHz 110 Model 3164-11 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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Model 3164-11 at 15 GHz–16 GHz 112 Model 3164-11 Typical Radiation Patterns www.ets-lindgren.
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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 3164 Series. DURATION OF WARRANTIES FOR MODEL 3164 SERIES All product warranties, except the warranty of title, and all remedies for warranty failures are limited to two years. Product Warranted Duration of Warranty Period Model 3164 Open Boundary Quad-Ridged Horns: 2 Years 3164-05 3164-06 3164-08 3164-10 3164-11 www.ets-lindgren.
