BCA. Combiners and Filters for FM Broadcast and TV Systems

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1 BCA Combiners and Filters for FM Broadcast and TV Systems

2 Photo on title page: FM Multipattern Combiner, 3x 10 kw Catalogue Issue 03/2007 All data published in previous catalog issues hereby becomes invalid. We reserve the right to make alterations in accordance with the requirements of our customers, therefore for binding datas please check valid datasheets! Please note: 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. Extraordinary operating conditions, such as exceptional dynamic stress (e.g. strain caused by oscillating support structures), may result in decline in technical performance. Installation teams must be properly qualified and also be familiar with the relevant national safety regulations. Quality leads the way As the world s oldest and largest antenna manufacturer, we live up to claim Quality leads the way on a daily basis. One of the fundamental principies is to always be on the lookout for the best solution for our customers. 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 Internet: KATHREIN-Werke KG. Phone Fax Anton-Kathrein-Straße 1 3. P.O. Box D Rosenheim. Germany

3 Contents Page Who we are 4 Summary of Types 5 Band II (FM) MHz 6 40 Band III (VHF) MHz Band IV/V (UHF) MHz Further Components Customized Design Technical Annex

4 Who we are KATHREIN-Werke KG, founded in 1919 in Rosenheim (Germany), is an international enterprise, active in antenna and communications technology. Since the early 1960 s KATHREIN-Werke KG has been supplying professional combiner 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-Werke KG has maintained a high level of engineering capability. Today there is a team of antenna and mechanical engineers dealing exclusively with broadcast transmitting systems. Customers are welcome to take advantage of the technical expertise available from KATHREIN- Werke KG and to discuss their specific requirements. If your needs cannot met with our standard components we are prepared to develop customized solutions for you. KATHREIN-Werke KG quality management system is certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO This certification includes manufacturing operations as well as design processes. As a result of the introduction of the Environment Management System according DIN EN ISO environmental protection is beeing systematically integrated into the corporation entire process chain. 4

5 Summary of Types The articles are listed by type number in numerical order. Type No. Page Type No. Page Type No. Page Type No. Page / K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K

6 Band-pass Filter MHz, 30 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 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent FM Band-pass filter, 30 W Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.9 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 30 W N female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) 6.5 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 446 mm x 222 mm x 82 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 480 mm x 270 mm x 130 mm (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with 3-dB bandwidth of about khz. Attenuation/dB Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz f Frequency/MHz 6

7 Band-pass Filter 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 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent FM Band-pass filter, 100 W Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.7 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 100 W 7-16 female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) 12 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 460 mm x 312 mm x 100 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 550 mm x 360 mm x 160 mm (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with 3-dB bandwidth of about khz. Attenuation/dB Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz f Frequency/MHz 7

8 Band-pass Filter MHz, 1 kw 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 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 can be installed in 19 racks. 20 height units are required (1 HU = 44.45mm). The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent FM Band-pass filter, 1 kw (shown with additional frame) Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.25 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 1 kw 7-16 female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour 35 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 604 mm x 190 mm x 790 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 720 mm x 300 mm x 1350 mm (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with 3-dB bandwidth of about khz Attenuation/dB Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz f Frequency/MHz 8

9 Band-pass Filter 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 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 convectioncooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent FM Band-pass filter, 3 kw Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 3 kw 7/8 EIA-flange Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour 55 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 680 mm x 220 mm x 1320 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 720 mm x 300 mm x 1500 mm (1 Insertion loss value with standard tuning will be approx db; refering 3-dB bandwidth is 900 khz Attenuation/dB Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz f Frequency/MHz 9

10 Band-pass Filter 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 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 convectioncooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent FM Band-pass filter, 5 kw Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 5 kw 1 5/8 EIA-flange Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour 100 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 975 mm x 285 mm x 1260 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1100 mm x 470 mm x 1450 mm (1 Insertion loss value with standard tuning will be approx db; reference 3-dB bandwidth is 800 khz. Attenuation/dB Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz f Frequency/MHz 10

11 Band-pass Filter MHz, 10 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 The band-pass filter is made of two 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 convectioncooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent FM Band-pass filter, 10 kw Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 10 kw 1 5/8 EIA-flange Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour RAL 7021 (black structured) 90 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1056 mm x 506 mm x 1055 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1200 mm x 650 mm x 1250 mm (1 Insertion loss value with standard tuning will be approx db; reference 3-dB bandwidth is 1000 khz. Attenuation/dB Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz f Frequency/MHz 11

12 Band-pass Filter MHz, 20 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 The band-pass filter is made of four 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 convectioncooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent FM Band-pass filter, 20 kw Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.15 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 20 kw 3 1/8 EIA-flange Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour RAL 7021 (black structured) 180 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1056 mm x 1056 mm x 1055 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1200 mm x 1200 mm x 1250 mm (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of approx. 2 MHz. Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz 12

13 S-P Filter (low-pass) MHz, 200 W S-P filter can be used for increasing the attenuation of interfering signals located extremely close to the operational frequency for suppressing side band noise in the transmission path and for attenuating intermodulation products at receiving channels for attenuating transmitting frequencies in the receiving path as a component for combiners with very low channel separation The S-P filter is designed as a high Q, temperature stabilised λ/4 coaxial resonator. Using special temperature-compensated coupling, high stop-band attenuation can be adjusted very close to the pass-band frequency. Several S-P filters can be combined via cables with an electrical length of λ/4. If the stop-band attenuation of the individual filter exceeds 10 db, the total stop-band attenuation can be calculated as ((n 1) x 5 db), whereby n = number of individual filters. The S-P filter must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site FM S-P Filter, 200 W (low-pass) Type No MHz Insertion loss < 0.5 db ± 0.15 db < 1.5 (at pass band) Input power max. 200 W N female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) 14 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 190 mm x 190 mm x 1165 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 200 mm x 200 mm x 1300 mm The S-P filter is suitable when the pass-band frequency is situated BELOW the stop-band frequency A B C D E A B C D E 0.1 fo A fo/mhz B E D C db Frequency/MHz

14 S-P Filter (high-pass) MHz, 200 W S-P filter can be used for increasing the attenuation of interfering signals located extremely close to the operational frequency for suppressing side band noise in the transmission path and for attenuating intermodulation products at receiving channels for attenuating transmitting frequencies in the receiving path as a component for combiners with very low channel separation The S-P filter is designed as a high Q, temperature stabilised λ/4 coaxial resonator. Using special temperature-compensated coupling, high stop-band attenuation can be adjusted very close to the pass-band frequency. Several S-P filters can be combined via cables with an electrical length of λ/4. If the stop-band attenuation of the individual filter exceeds 10 db, the total stop-band attenuation can be calculated as ((n 1) x 5 db), whereby n = number of individual filters. The S-P filter must be tuned to the operating channel. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be carried out on site FM S-P Filter, 200 W (high-pass) Type No MHz Insertion loss < 0.5 db ± 0.15 db < 1.5 (at pass band) Input power max. 200 W N female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) 14 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 190 mm x 190 mm x 1165 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 200 mm x 200 mm x 1300 mm The S-P filter is suitable when the pass-band frequency is situated ABOVE stop-band frequency db Frequency/MHz 0,5 1 2 D C 3 E B fo +0.1 A 0,1 0,05 fo/mhz +0,05 +0,1 A B C D E A B C D E 14

15 S-P Filter MHz, 200 W Examples of different stop band to pass band frequency spacing for individual resonators Pass band frequency below stop band frequency Pass band frequency above stop band frequency A B C D E 0.1 fo 0 5 fo +0.1 A B C D E 10 Curve Frequencyspacing Operating channel/ Interfering channel A db db 0,5 A A B C D E 0.1 MHz 0.2 MHz 0.3 MHz 0.4 MHz 0.5 MHz B C D E A fo/mhz B E D C Frequency/MHz Frequency/MHz B 1 C E D E 2 D C 3 B A 0,1 0,05 fo/mhz +0,05 +0,1 Examples of different stop band to pass band frequency spacing for two individual resonators connected up together 0.1 Pass band frequency below stop band frequency fo A 0 A Pass band frequency above stop band frequency fo B 10 B Curve Frequencyspacing Operating channel/ Interfering channel db B db A B 0.1 MHz 0.2 MHz 2 3 A fo/mhz fo/mhz Frequency/MHz Frequency/MHz If the pass-band frequency lies below the stop-band frequency, then the type no. depends on operational frequency and spacing to stop-band and

16 Band-stop Filter MHz, 300 W Band-stop filters can be used for attenuating any interfering signals which cause intermodulation effects for increasing the isolation of transmitter and receiver The band-stop filters are made of one or more capacitively-shortened λ/4 resonators. Multi-pole arrangements are constructed of individual band-stop filters which are connected via cables with an electrical length of λ/4. The band-stop filter must be tuned to the operating Where two or three stop-band frequencies are used, the band-stop filters can be tuned independently of each other. Clear tuning instructions are part of the delivery extent. Versions with 7-16 connectors are availble upon request. K / K / K FM Band-stop filter, 300 W Type No. Version Stop-band Dimensions Packing size attenuation [mm] [mm] K ( ) 1-pole > 30 db 8.3 kg 680 x 120 x x 155 x 210 K ( ) 2-pole > 60 db 16.6 kg 680 x 240 x x 320 x 210 K ( ) 3-pole > 90 db 25 kg 680 x 360 x x 450 x MHz Insertion loss < 1 db Input power max. 300 W N female Material Brass, silver-plated (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour 16

17 Band-stop Filter MHz, 300 W Tuning example at mid-band Typical insertion loss and stop band attenuation 1-pole band stop K Attenuation/dB 0 0 db f o Frequency/MHz pole band stop K Attenuation/dB 3-pole band stop K Attenuation/dB db db f o f o Frequency/MHz Frequency/MHz 17

18 Starpoint Combiner MHz, 30 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. This starpoint combiners consist of one 3-pole bandpass filter per channel. The inputs of the filters are narrowband. The outputs are connected via pre-defined cable lengths 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 starpoint. The combiners are maintenance free and are thus especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Starpoint combiner, 4x 30 W Starpoint Input 1 Input 2 CH 3 Input 3 CH 4 Input 4 Type No. Inputs Insertion Height (2 Packing size loss (1 Input / [mm] < 1.1 db N female 20 kg 4 HU 630 x 545 x < 1.1 db N female 27 kg 4 HU 630 x 545 x < 1.2 db N female 34 kg 4 HU 630 x 545 x MHz Channel spacing > 2 MHz Isolation > 30 db < 1.2 (at pass band) Input power max. 30 W (per input) Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour (front plate) Dimensions 19 drawer (depth 500 mm) (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 1400 khz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 1000 khz. (2 One HU (height unit) is equivalent to mm 18

19 Starpoint Combiner 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. This starpoint combiners consist of one 3-pole bandpass 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 starpoint. The combiners are maintenance-free and are thus especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Starpoint combiner, 4x 100 W Starpoint Input 1 Input 2 CH 3 Input 3 CH 4 Input 4 Type No. Inputs Insertion Height (2 Packing size loss (1 Input / [mm] < 0.9 db 7-16 female 31 kg 8 HU 650 x 590 x < 0.9 db 7-16 female 43 kg 8 HU 650 x 590 x < 1.0 db 7-16 female 55 kg 12 HU 650 x 590 x MHz Channel spacing > 2 MHz Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 100 W (per input) Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour (front plate) Dimensions 19 drawer (depth 550 mm) (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of khz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 1000 khz. (2 One HU (height unit) is equivalent to mm 19

20 Starpoint Combiner MHz, 1 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. This starpoint combiners consist of one 3-pole bandpass filter per channel. The inputs of the filters are narrowband. The outputs are connected via pre-defined cable lengths 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 starpoint. The combiners are maintenance free and are thus especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Starpoint combiner, 2x 1 kw (shown with additional frame) Starpoint Input 1 Input 2 Type No. Inputs Insertion Height (2 Packing size loss (1 Input / [mm] < 0.3 db 7-16 female 80 kg 20 HU 810 x 610 x < 0.4 db 7-16 fem. 7/8 EIA 140 kg 40 HU 1x 810 x 610 x x 810 x 315 x < 0.5 db 7-16 fem. 7/8 EIA 160 kg 40 HU 2x 810 x 610 x MHz Channel spacing > 2.5 MHz Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 1 kw (per input) Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour Dimensions 19 drawer without front-plate (depth 630 mm) (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of khz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 1000 khz. (2 One HU (height unit) is equivalent to mm 20

21 Starpoint Combiner 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. 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 starpoint. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. The starpoint combiner is convectioncooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Starpoint combiner, 2x 3 kw Starpoint Input 1 Input 2 Type No. Inputs Insertion Dimensions Packing size loss (1 Input / (l x w x h) [mm] [mm] < 0.5 db 7/8 EIA / 1 5/8 EIA 110 kg 790 x 482 x x 610 x < 0.6 db 7/8 EIA / 1 5/8 EIA 180 kg 1553 x 482 x x 1010 x 610 x x 1010 x 315 x < 0.7 db 7/8 EIA / 1 5/8 EIA 250 kg 1553 x 482 x x 1010 x 610 x MHz Channel spacing > 1.5 MHz Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 3 kw (per input) Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductor) Colour (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 900 khz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 600 khz. 21

22 Starpoint Combiner 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. 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 starpoint. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. The starpoint combiner is convectioncooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Starpoint combiner, 4x 5 kw Starpoint Input 1 Input 2 CH 3 Input 3 CH 4 Input 4 Type No. Inputs Insertion Dimensions Packing size loss (1 Input / (l x w x h) [mm] [mm] < 0.4 db 1 5/8 EIA / 1 5/8 EIA 220 kg 975 x 695 x x 890 x < 0.5 db 1 5/8 EIA / 3 1/8 EIA 335 kg 2185 x 695 x x 1080 x 890 x x 1080 x 470 x < 0.6 db 1 5/8 EIA / 3 1/8 EIA 450 kg 2185 x 695 x x 1080 x 890 x MHz Channel spacing > 1.5 MHz Isolation > 35 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 5 kw (per input) Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 800 khz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 600 khz. 22

23 Starpoint Combiner MHz, 10 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. This starpoint combiners consist of one temperature stabilised 2-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. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. The starpoint combiner is convectioncooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Starpoint combiner, 3x 10 kw Starpoint Input 1 Input 2 CH 3 Input 3 Type No. Inputs Insertion Dimensions Packing size loss (1 Input / (l x w x h) [mm] [mm] < 0.3 db 1 5/8 EIA / 3 1/8 EIA 190 kg 1030 x 1030 x x 1200 x < 0.4 db 1 5/8 EIA / 3 1/8 EIA 300 kg 2130 x 1030 x x 1200 x MHz Channel spacing > 2 MHz Isolation > 35 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 10 kw (per input) Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour RAL 7021 (black, structured) (1 Insertion loss loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 1000 khz. Minimum 3-dB bandwidth is 600 khz. 23

24 Starpoint Combiner MHz, 20 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. This starpoint combiner consists of one temperature stabilised 4-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. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. The starpoint combiner is convectioncooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Starpoint combiner, 2x 20 kw Type No MHz Number of inputs 2 Channel spacing > 3.0 MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.2 db Isolation > 40 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 20 kw (per input) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (inputs) 4 1/2 EIA-flange (output) Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour RAL 7021 (black, structured) 400 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1056 mm x 2066 mm x 1050 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1250 mm x 2250 mm x 1200 mm (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 2000 khz. Input 1 Starpoint Input 2 24

25 Directional Filter Combiner 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. 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 undertaken on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 200 W Type No Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel 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) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 7-16 female Colour (front-plate) 34 kg Dimensions 19 drawer (6 height units, depth 550 mm) (2 Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 1.5 MHz. (2 One HU (hight unit) refers to mm. 25

26 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 200 W General The 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. Each combiner module consists of two 3-pole bandpass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. The directional filter combiners may be extended by adding further combiner modules. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via natural convection. Thus the combiner is maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 2x 200 W Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Height Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / HU (44.45 mm) [mm] / 1 < 0.9 db 200 W / 600 W / 1 kw 69 kg 12 HU 2x 654 x 593 x / 1 < 1.0 db 200 W / 400 W / 1 kw 104 kg 18 HU 3x 654 x 593 x / 1 < 1.2 db 200 W / 200 W / 1 kw 139 kg 24 HU 4x 654 x 593 x 350 Channel spacing Isolation MHz > 1.5 MHz > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 50 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 7-16 female Colour (front plate) Dimensions 19 drawer, depth 550 mm (for each module) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 1.5 MHz. The insertion loss of the individual inputs vary. A minimum insertion loss of 0.8 db can be achieved. 26

27 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, 1 kw General The 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. 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 1 kw (shown with additional frame) Type No Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < 0.3 db < 0.15 db Input power 1 kw 6 kw Channel spacing > 2 MHz Isolation > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 45 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 7-16 female (NB-input) DIN female (BB-input and ) Colour 90 kg Dimensions 19 drawer (without front-plate) (20 height units, depth 710 mm) (2 Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 2 MHz. (2 One HU (hight unit) refers to mm. 27

28 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 1 kw General The 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. Each combiner module consists of two 3-pole bandpass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiner modules. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via natural convection. Thus the combiner is maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 4x 1 kw (mounted in optional open rack) Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Height Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / HU (44.45 mm) [mm] / 1 < 0.4 db 1 kw / 5 kw / 7 kw 170 kg 2x 20 HU 2x 815 x 615 x / 1 < 0.5 db 1 kw / 4 kw / 7 kw 255 kg 3x 20 HU 3x 815 x 615 x / 1 < 0.6 db 1 kw / 3 kw / 7 kw 340 kg 4x 20 HU 4x 815 x 615 x 1100 Channel spacing Isolation MHz > 2 MHz > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 45 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 7-16 female (NB-input) DIN female (BB-input and ) Colour Dimensions 19 drawer (without front-plate) (depth 710 mm; for each module) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 2 MHz. The insertion loss of the individual inputs vary. A minimum insertion loss of 0.3 db can be achieved. 28

29 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, 5 kw General The 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. 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 5 kw Type No Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < db < 0.2 db Input power 5 kw 15 kw Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Isolation > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 50 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 7/8 EIA-flange (NB-input) 1 5/8 EIA-flange (BB-input and ) Colour 140 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 850 mm x 560 mm x 1320 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1015 mm x 615 mm x 1400 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 0.8 MHz. 29

30 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 5 kw General The 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. Each combiner module consists of two temperature stabilised 3-pole band-pass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiner modules. 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 2x 5 kw Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / [mm] [mm] / 1 < 0.7 db 5 kw / 10 kw / 20 kw 280 kg 2000 x 560 x x 1015 x 615 x / 1 < 0.8 db 5 kw / 5 kw / 20 kw 430 kg 3000 x 560 x x 1015 x 615 x / 1 < 0.9 db 5 kw / 5 kw / 25 kw 585 kg 4000 x 560 x x 1015 x 615 x MHz Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Isolation > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 50 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 7/8 EIA-flange (NB-input) 1 5/8 EIA-flange (BB-input and ) 3 1/8 EIA-flange ( ) Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 0.8 MHz. The insertion loss of the individual inputs vary. A minimum insertion loss of 0.35 db can be achieved. 30

31 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, 10 kw General The 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. 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 10 kw Type No Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < db < 0.15 db Input power 10 kw 50 kw Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Isolation > 35 db (NB to BB-input) > 55 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 1 5/8 EIA-flange (NB-input) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (BB-input and ) Colour 290 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1150 mm x 695 mm x 1435 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1350 mm x 870 mm x 1620 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 0.8 MHz. 31

32 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 10 kw General The 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. Each combiner module consists of two temperature stabilised 3-pole band-pass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiner modules. 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 2x 10 kw Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / [mm] [mm] / 1 < 0.55 db 10 kw / 40 kw / 60 kw 590 kg 2400 x 695 x x 1350 x 870 x / 1 < 0.65 db 10 kw / 30 kw / 60 kw 890 kg 3600 x 695 x x 1350 x 870 x / 1 < 0.75 db 10 kw / 20 kw / 60 kw 1190 kg 4800 x 695 x x 1350 x 870 x MHz Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Isolation > 35 db (NB to BB-input) > 55 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 1 5/8 EIA-flange (NB-input) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (BB-input and ) Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 0.8 MHz. The insertion loss of the individual inputs vary. A minimum insertion loss of 0.3 db can be achieved. 32

33 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, 10 kw General The 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. This combiner consists of two temperature stabilised 2-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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 10 kw Type No Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < db < 0.15 db Input power 10 kw 50 kw Channel spacing > 1 MHz Isolation > 35 db (NB to BB-input) > 50 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 1 5/8 EIA-flange (NB-input) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (BB-input and ) Colour RAL 7021 (black, structured) 240 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1180 mm x 1030 mm x 1370 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1350 mm x 1350 mm x 1620 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 1 MHz. 33

34 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 10 kw General The 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. Each combiner module consists of two temperature stabilised 2-pole band-pass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiner modules. 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 3x 10 kw Load Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Narrowband Input (NB3) CH 4 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / [mm] [mm] / 1 < 0.3 db 10 kw / 40 kw / 60 kw 510 kg 2400 x 1030 x x 1350 x 1350 x / 1 < 0.35 db 10 kw / 30 kw / 60 kw 770 kg 3600 x 1030 x x 1350 x 1350 x / 1 < 0.4 db 10 kw / 20 kw / 60 kw 1030 kg 4800 x 1030 x x 1350 x 1350 x MHz Channel spacing > 1 MHz Isolation > 35 db (NB to BB-input) > 50 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 1 5/8 EIA-flange (NB-input) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (BB-input and ) Colour RAL 7021 (black, structured) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 1 MHz. The insertion loss of the individual inputs vary. A minimum insertion loss of 0.15 db can be achieved. 34

35 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, 20 kw General The 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. This combiner consists of two temperature stabilised 2-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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner. K FM Directional filter combiner, 20 kw Type No. K ( ) Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < db < 0.15 db Input power 20 kw 60 kw Channel spacing > 1 MHz Isolation > 35 db (NB to BB-input) > 50 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (NB and BB-input) 4 1/2 EIA-flange () Colour RAL 7021 (black, structured) 250 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1180 mm x 1030 mm x 1370 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1350 mm x 1350 mm x 1620 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 1 MHz. 35

36 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 20 kw General The 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. Each combiner module consists of two 2-pole bandpass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiner modules. 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional Filter Combiner, 3x 20 kw Load Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Narrowband Input (NB3) CH 4 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / [mm] [mm] / 1 < 0.3 db 20 kw / 40 kw / 80 kw 515 kg 2400 x 1030 x x 1350 x 1350 x / 1 < 0.35 db 20 kw / 20 kw / 80 kw 775 kg 3600 x 1030 x x 1350 x 1350 x MHz Channel spacing > 1 MHz Isolation > 35 db (NB to BB-input) > 50 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (NB and BB-input) 4 1/2 EIA-flange () Colour RAL 7021 (black, structured) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 1 MHz. The insertion loss of the individual inputs vary. A minimum insertion loss of 0.15 db can be achieved. 36

37 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, 30 kw General The 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. This combiner consists of two temperature stabilised 4-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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Directional filter combiner, 30 kw Type No Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < db < 0.2 db Input power 30 kw 150 kw Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Isolation > 35 db (NB to BB-input) > 50 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.1 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (NB-input) 6 1/8 EIA-flange (BB-input and ) Colour RAL 7021 (black, structured) 490 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 2070 mm x 1160 mm x 1470 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 2400 mm x 1350 mm x 1620 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 0.8 MHz. 37

38 Mulitplexer Combiner MHz, 200 W / 100 W General Multiplexer combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The design provides a cost efficient solution due to the combination of directional filter combiners with starpoint combiners or band-pass filters. This combiner consists of one directional filter combiner and one starpoint combiner. The link between is made by using a coaxial cable. All inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The multiplexer combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings. The combiner is thus maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Multiplexer combiner, 200 W / 100 W Type No. / Order No MHz Number of inputs 3 Channel spacing > 1.5 MHz Insertion loss (1 < 1.2 db Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 1x 200 W + 2x 100 W 7-16 female Material Aluminum (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductors) Colour (front-plate) 65 kg Dimensions (2 2 x 19 drawer (total 14 height units, depth 550 mm) Narrowband input (NB1) Load Narrowband input (NB2) Starpoint CH 3 Narrowband input (NB3) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 1.5 MHz. (2 One height unit refers to mm. 38

39 Mulitplexer Combiner MHz, 5 kw / 3 kw General Multiplexer combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The design provides a cost efficient solution due to the combination of directional filter combiners with starpoint combiners or band-pass filters. This combiner consists of one directional filter combiner and one starpoint combiner. The link between is made by using a rigid line. All inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The multiplexer combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. So the combiner is maintenance-free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Multiplexer combiner, 5 kw / 3 kw Type No MHz Number of inputs 3 Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.7 db Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 1x 5 kw + 2x 3 kw 7/8 EIA-flange (inputs) 1 5/8 EIA-flange (output) Material Aluminum (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductors) Colour 255 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1700 mm x 560 mm x 1320 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 2x 1015 mm x 615 mm x 1400 mm Narrowband input (NB1) Load Narrowband input (NB2) Starpoint CH 3 Narrowband input (NB3) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 0.8 MHz. 39

40 Mulitplexer Combiner MHz, 10 kw / 5 kw General Multiplexer combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The design provides a cost efficient solution due to the combination of directional filter combiners with starpoint combiners or band-pass filters. This combiner consists of one directional filter combiner and one starpoint combiner. The link between is made by using a rigid line. All inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The multiplexer combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via heat sinks. So the combiner is maintenance-free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner FM Multiplexer combiner, 10 kw / 5 kw Type No MHz Number of inputs 3 Channel spacing > 0.8 MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.6 db Isolation > 35 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 1x 10 kw + 2x 5 kw 1 5/8 EIA-flange (Inputs) 3 1/8 EIA-flange () Material Aluminum (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductors) Colour 510 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 2325 mm x 745 mm x 1435 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1x 1350 mm x 870 mm x 1620 mm 1x 1080 mm x 870 mm x 1500 mm Narrowband input (NB1) Load Narrowband input (NB2) Starpoint CH 3 Narrowband input (NB3) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the min. channel spacing of 0.8 MHz. 40

41 Band-pass Filter MHz, DAB, 1 kw The band-pass filter can be used as output filter of DAB-transmitters for appliances where high Q is requested to achiveve low insertion loss in addtion with high selectivity close to the pass-band to achieve filter-mask criteria conform to standard ETS non critical mask as a component in the construction of DAB-combiners The band-pass filter is made of six inductively 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent DAB Band-pass filter, 1 kw Type No Insertion loss (1 Selectivity Input power MHz < 0.9 db (at f 0 typ. 0.7 db) < 1.1 db (at edge frequencies) > 40 db (at f 0 ± MHz) > 60 db (at f 0 ± 5 MHz) < 1.2 (at pass band) max. 1 kw 7-16 female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour 45 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 610 mm x 400 mm x 550 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 800 mm x 600 mm x 1100 mm Attenuation/dB f 0 /MHz Frequency/MHz (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with pass-band width of 1.54 khz. 41

42 Band-pass Filter MHz, DAB, 2 kw The band-pass filter can be used as output filter of DAB-transmitters for appliances where high Q is requested to achiveve low insertion loss in addtion with high selectivity close to the pass-band to achieve filter-mask criteria conform to standard ETS critical mask as a component in the construction of DAB-combiners The band-pass filter is made of eight inductively 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 The band-pass filter can be mounted in an 19 rack. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent DAB Band-pass filter, 2 kw Also availble is a version with 1 5/8 EIA-flanges. Max power handling then 3 kw. Type No Insertion loss (1 Selectivity Input power Temperature range Material Colour Dimensions (l x w x h) Packing size (l x w x h) MHz < 0.8 db (at f 0 typ. 0.6 db) < 1.5 db (at edge frequencies) > 20 db (at f 0 ± MHz) > 55 db (at f 0 ± MHz) > 60 db (at f 0 ± 5 MHz) < 1.2 (at pass band) max. 2 kw 20 C C 7-16 female Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductor) 150 kg mm x 570 mm x 500 mm mm x 800 mm x 800 mm Attenuation/dB f 0 /MHz Frequency/MHz (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with pass-band width of 1.54 khz. 42

43 Starpoint Combiner MHz, DAB, 1 kw General Starpoint combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. This arrangement provides a cost efficient solution while retaining the advantages of band-pass filter usage. This starpoint combiner consists of one temperature stabilised 6-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. Due to high Q low insertion loss in addition with high selectivity close to the pass-band is achieved. The filter characteristic is conform to ETS specification non critical mask. The starpoint combiner is convection-cooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner DAB Starpoint combiner, 1 kw Type No MHz Number of inputs 2 Channel spacing > 2 channels (1 block between) Insertion loss (1 < 1.2 db Isolation > 55 db < 1.2 (at pass band) Input power max. 1 kw (per input) 7-16 female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour 90 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 680 mm x 855 mm x 780 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 800 mm x 1000 mm x 1000 mm (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with pass-band width of 1.54 khz. Input 1 Starpoint Input 2 43

44 Starpoint Combiner MHz, DAB, 2 kw General Starpoint combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. This arrangement provides a cost efficient solution while retaining the advantages of band-pass filter usage. This starpoint combiner consists of one temperature stabilised 8-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. Due to high Q low insertion loss in addition with high selectivity close to the pass-band is achieved. The filter characteristic is conform to ETS specification critical mask. The starpoint combiner is convection-cooled, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner DAB Starpoint combiner, 2 kw Type No MHz Number of inputs 2 Channel spacing > 2 channels (1 block between) Insertion loss (1 < 1.0 db Isolation > 60 db < 1.2 (at pass band) Input power max. 2 kw (per input) 1 5/8 EIA-flange Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) 160 kg Colour Dimensions (l x w x h) 1270 mm x 1320 mm x 810 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1500 mm x 1500 mm x 1000 mm (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with pass-band width of 1.54 khz. Input 1 Starpoint Input 2 44

45 Band-pass Filter MHz, 10 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 The band-pass filter is made of four 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, so no ventilators are required. The band-pass filter must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are part of the delivery extent VHF Band-pass filter, 10 kw Type No ( ) MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.15 db < 1.06 (at pass band) Input power max. 10 kw 3 1/8 EIA-flange Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour 35 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 450 mm x 380 mm x 510 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 700 mm x 500 mm x 700 mm (1 Insertion loss value refers to a 3-dB bandwidth of 11 MHz. Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz 45

46 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, 10 kw 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. This combiner consists of two 4-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 natural convection. Thus the combiner is maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner VHF Directional filter combiner, 10 kw Type No ( ) Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < 0.25 db < 0.15 db Input power 10 kw 30 kw Channel spacing > 2 channels (1 CH between) Isolation > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 45 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.06 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 3 1/8 EIA-flange Colour 160 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1300 mm x 630 mm x 1500 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1400 mm x 870 mm x 1620 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 2 channels. 46

47 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 10 kw 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. Each combiner module consists of two 4-pole bandpass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via natural convection. Thus the combiner is maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner VHF Directional Filter Combiner, 2x 10 kw Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / [mm] [mm] / 1 < 0.4 db 10 kw / 20 kw / 40 kw 335 kg 1300 x 1360 x x 1400 x 870 x / 1 < 0.45 db 10 kw / 10 kw / 40 kw 510 kg 1300 x 2190 x x 1400 x 870 x MHz Channel spacing > 2 channels (1 CH between) Isolation > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 45 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.06 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 3 1/8 EIA-flange Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 2 channels. The insertion loss of the individual inputs vary. A minimum insertion loss of 0.25 db can be achieved. 47

48 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, 20 kw 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. This combiner consists of two 4-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 natural convection. Thus the combiner is maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner VHF Directional filter combiner, 20 kw Type No. / Order No Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < 0.25 db < 0.15 db Input power 20 kw 20 kw Channel spacing > 2 channels (1 CH between) Isolation > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 45 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.06 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 3 1/8 EIA-flange Colour 170 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1300 mm x 630 mm x 1500 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1400 mm x 870 mm x 1620 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 2 channels. 48

49 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 20 kw 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. Each combiner module consists of two 4-pole bandpass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via natural convection. Thus the combiner is maintenance free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner VHF Directional Filter Combiner, 2x 20 kw Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / [mm] [mm] / 1 < 0.4 db 20 kw / 20 kw / 60 kw 350 kg 1300 x 1360 x x 1400 x 870 x / 1 < 0.45 db 20 kw / 0 kw / 60 kw 565 kg 1300 x 2190 x x 1400 x 870 x MHz Channel spacing > 2 channels (1 CH between) Isolation > 30 db (NB to BB-input) > 45 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.06 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 3 1/8 EIA-flange (Inputs) 4 1/2 EIA-flange () Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 2 channels. The insertion loss of the individual inputs vary. A minimum insertion loss of 0.25 db can be achieved. 49

50 Multiplexer Combiner MHz, 10 kw General Multiplexer combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The design provides a cost efficient solution due to the combination of directional filter combiners with starpoint combiners or band-pass filters. The combiner consists of one directional filter combiner and one 4-pole band-pass filter. The band-pass filter is directly fixed on the broadband input of the combiner. The inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters The multiplexer combiner may be extended by adding one or more directional filter combiners or by exchange the band-pass filter for a starpoint combiner. Any heat produced is dissipated into the surroundings via natural convection. Thus the multiplexer combiner is maintenance-free and especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating channels. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner VHF Multiplexer Combiner, 10 kw Type No Inputs Narrowband input (NB 1) Narrowband input (NB 2) MHz MHz Input power 10 kw 10 kw Insertion loss 1) < 0.3 db Channel spacing > 2 channels (1 CH between) Isolation < 45 db < 1.06 (at pass band) Temperature range 20 C C 3 1/8 EIA-flange Colour 210 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1280 mm x 772 mm x 1475 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1400 mm x 870 mm x 1620 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing of 2 channels 50

51 Stretchline Combiner MHz, 200 W General Stretchline combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The stretchline combiner offers a low cost solution with compact design. The configuration is ideal if the frequency spacing is not too close. This stretchline combiner consists of two 3-dB couplers, a commutating line and a balancing load. The inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the commutating line. The principle of operation refers to the length of the commutating line. The electrical characteristics of the 3-dB couplers make the functioning possible. Isolation between the inputs is determined by the 3-dB couplers. The stretchline combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. The length of the commutating line has to be calculated with refer to the operating channels VHF Stretchline combiner, 2x 200 W Channel 1 Channel 2 Attenuation/dB 0 1 f 1 f 2 3 Load Input 1 Input Frequency/MHz Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size loss (1 (per input) [mm] [mm] < 0.5 db 200 W 3.5 kg 450 x 350 x x 460 x < 0.6 db 200 W 4.0 kg 450 x 350 x x 460 x MHz Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Isolation > 30 db < 1.06 (at pass band) 7-16 female Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. Given is the typical value. Insertion loss is depending on channel combination. 51

52 Stretchline Combiner MHz, 2 kw General Stretchline combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The stretchline combiner offers a low cost solution with compact design. The configuration is ideal if the frequency spacing is not too close. This stretchline combiner consists of two 3-dB couplers, a commutating line and a balancing load. The inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the commutating line. The principle of operation refers to the length of the commutating line. The electrical characteristics of the 3-dB couplers make the functioning possible. Isolation between the inputs is determined by the 3-dB couplers. The stretchline combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. The length of the commutating line has to be calculated with refer to the operating channels VHF Stretchline combiner, 2x 2 kw Channel 1 Channel 2 f 1 f 2 Attenuation/dB Type No. / Order No MHz Inputs 2 Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Insertion loss (1 < 0.4 db Isolation > 30 db < 1.06 (at pass band) Input power 2 kw (per input) 7/8 EIA-flange Colour 85 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1500 mm x 800 mm x 200 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1800 mm x 1000 mm x 500 mm (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. Given is the typical value. Insertion loss is depending on channel combination Load 195 Input Input Frequency/MHz

53 Band-stop Filter MHz, 300 W Band-stop filters can be used for attenuating any interfering signals which cause intermodulation effects for increasing the isolation of transmitter and receiver The band-stop filters are made of one or more capacitively-shortened λ/4 resonators. Multi-pole arrangements are constructed of individual band-stop filters which are connected via cables with an electrical length of λ/4. The band-stop filter must be tuned to the operating Where two or three stop-band frequencies are used, the band-stop filters can be tuned independently of each other. Clear tuning instructions are part of the delivery extent. K / K / K VHF Band-stop filter, 300 W Type No. Version Stop-band Dimensions Packing size attenuation [mm] [mm]) K ( ) 1-pole < 30 db 5 kg 313 x 120 x x 260 x 200 K ( ) 2-pole < 60 db 10 kg 313 x 240 x x 260 x 200 K ( ) 3-pole < 90 db 15 kg 313 x 360 x x 260 x MHz Insertion loss < 1 db Input power max. 300 W 7-16 female (N female upon request) Material Brass, silver-plated (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Colour 53

54 Band-stop Filter MHz, 300 W Tuning example at mid-band Typical insertion loss and stop band attenuation 1-pole band stop K Attenuation/dB 20 db f Frequency/MHz pole band stop K Attenuation/dB 3-pole band stop K Attenuation/dB db db f Frequency/MHz 4 2 f Frequency/MHz 54

55 Band-pass Filter MHz, 50 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 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 Clear tuning instructions are part of the delivery extent UHF Band-pass filter, 50 W Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.8 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 50 W N female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) 1 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 181 mm x 46 mm x 123 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 190 mm x 50 mm x 160 mm (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with 3-dB bandwidth of about 14 MHz. Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz Attenuation/dB f Frequency/MHz 55

56 Band-pass Filter MHz, 200 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 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 Clear tuning instructions are part of the delivery extent UHF Band-pass filter, 200 W Type No MHz Insertion loss (1 < 0.8 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 200 W 7-16 female Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) Color 1.3 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 174 mm x 40 mm x 118 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 190 mm x 50 mm x 160 mm (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with 3-dB bandwidth of about 14 MHz. Attenuation/ db f Frequency/MHz Attenuation/ db f Frequency/MHz 56

57 Starpoint Combiner MHz, 50 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. This starpoint combiners consists of one 3-pole bandpass filter per channel. The inputs of the filters are narrowband. The outputs are connected via pre-defined cable lengths 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 starpoint. The combiners are maintenance free and are thus especially safe to operate. The band-pass filters must be tuned to the operating Clear tuning instructions are supplied along with the combiner UHF Starpoint combiner, 3x 50 W Starpoint Input 1 Input 2 CH 3 Input 3 Type No. Inputs Insertion Dimensions Packing size loss (1 [mm] [mm] < 1.0 db N female 2.5 kg 300 x 200 x x 300 x < 1.2 db N female 4 kg 400 x 300 x x 400 x MHz Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) Input power max. 50 W (per input) Material Aluminium (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductor) (1 Insertion loss value apply to standard tuning with 3-dB bandwidth of about 14 MHz. 57

58 Directional Filter Combiner 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 the best frequency response and optimum isolation between the inputs. 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 undertaken on site. Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner UHF Directional filter combiner, 200 W Type No Inputs Narrowband input (NB) Broadband input (BB) ( MHz MHz tuned to one channel free choice of channel Insertion loss (1 < 0.9 db < 0.2 db Input power 200 W 600 W Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Isolation > 26 db (NB to BB-input) > 35 db (BB to NB-input) < 1.05 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 7-16 female Colour 6.5 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 325 mm x 240 mm x 155 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 385 mm x 305 mm x 200 mm Narrowband input (NB) Load Broadband input (BB) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. (2 For channels 21 30, fed in at broadband input, a matching unit (723942) is recommended. 58

59 Directional Filter Combiner MHz, n x 200 W General The 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. Each combiner module consists of two 3-pole bandpass filters, two 3-dB couplers and a balancing load. The narrowband inputs (NB) correspond to the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The broadband input (BB) is usable in the operating frequency range of the 3-dB coupler. The impedance at all inputs is independent of the frequency. The directional filter combiner may be extended by adding further combiner modules. 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner UHF Directional Filter Combiner, 3x 200 W Load Load Load Narrowband Input (NB1) Narrowband Input (NB2) CH 3 Narrowband Input (NB3) CH 4 Broadband Input (BB) Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size NB / BB loss (1 NB / BB / [mm] [mm] / 1 < 0.9 db 200 W / 400 W / 800 W 12 kg 690 x 240 x x 350 x / 1 < 1.1 db 200 W / 200 W / 800 W 17 kg 690 x 240 x x 350 x MHz Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Isolation > 26 db (NB to BB-input) > 35 db (NB to NB-input / BB to NB-input) < 1.05 (at pass band) < 1.25 (at stop band) 7-16 female Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. (2 For channels 21 30, fed in at broadband input, a matching unit (723942) is recommended. 59

60 Multiplexer Combiner MHz, 200 W General Multiplexer combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The design provides a cost efficient solution due to the combination of directional filter combiners with starpoint combiners or band-pass filters. This combiner consists of one directional filter combiner and one 3-pole band-pass filter which is directly fixed on the broadband input. The inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters The multiplexer combiner may be extended by adding one or more directional filter combiners or by exchange the band-pass filter for a starpoint combiner. 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 channels. Tuning may be done at our factory or can be Clear tuning instructions and also special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner. K UHF Multiplexer Combiner, 2x 200 W Type No. K ( ) Inputs Narrowband input (NB 1) Narrowband input (NB 2) MHz MHz Input power 200 W 200 W Insertion loss (1 < 1 db Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Isolation > 35 db (NB- to NB-input) < 1.05 (at pass band) Temperature range 20 C C 7-16 female Color 7 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 325 mm x 240 mm x 155 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 385 mm x 305 mm x 200 mm Narrowband input (NB 1) Load Narrowband input (NB 2) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. 60

61 Multiplexer Combiner MHz, 3x 200 W General Multiplexer combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The design provides a cost efficient solution due to the combination of directional filter combiners with starpoint combiners or band-pass filters. This combiner consists of one directional filter combiner and one starpoint combiner. The link between is made by using a coaxial cable. All inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the band-pass filters. The multiplexer combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter 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 Clear tuning instructions and also any special tools necessary are supplied along with the combiner UHF Multiplexer combiner, 3x 200 W Type No MHz Number of inputs 3 Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Insertion loss (1 < 1 db Isolation > 30 db (NB to NB-input) < 1.05 (at pass band) Input power max. 200 W (per input) 7-16 female Material Aluminum (outer conductor) Brass, silver-plated (inner conductors) Colour 9 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 440 mm x 200 mm x 155 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 600 mm x 305 mm x 200 mm Narrowband input (NB1) Load Narrowband input (NB2) Starpoint CH 3 Narrowband input (NB3) (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. 61

62 Stretchline Combiner MHz, 100 W General Stretchline combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The stretchline combiner offer a low cost solution with compact design. The configuration is ideal if the frequency spacing is not too close. This stretchline combiner consists of two 3-dB couplers, a commutating line and a balancing load. The inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the commutating line. The principle of operation refers to the length of the commutating line. The electrical characteristics of the 3-dB couplers make the functioning possible. Isolation between the inputs is determined by the 3-dB couplers. The stretchline combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. The length of the commutating line has to be calculated with refer to the operating channels UHF Stretchline combiner, 2x 100 W f 1 f 2 Attenuation/dB Load Frequency/MHz 850 Input 1 Input 2 Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size loss (1 (per input) [mm] [mm] < 0.5 db 100 W 3 kg 700 x 400 x x 600 x < 0.6 db 100 W 5.5 kg 700 x 400 x x 600 x MHz Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) 7-16 female Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. Given is the typical value. Insertion loss is depending on channel combination. 62

63 Stretchline Combiner MHz, 300 W General Stretchline combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The stretchline combiner offer a low cost solution with compact design. The configuration is ideal if the frequency spacing is not too close. This stretchline combiner consists of two 3-dB couplers, a commutating line and a balancing load. The inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the commutating line. The principle of operation refers to the length of the commutating line. The electrical characteristics of the 3-dB couplers make the functioning possible. Isolation between the inputs is determined by the 3-dB couplers. The stretchline combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. The length of the commutating line has to be calculated with refer to the operating channels UHF Stretchline combiner, 2x 300 W f 1 f 2 Attenuation/dB Load Frequency/MHz 850 Input 1 Input 2 Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size loss (1 (per input) [mm] [mm] < 0.5 db 300 W 5 kg 600 x 400 x x 600 x < 0.6 db 300 W 9 kg 600 x 400 x x 600 x MHz Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) 7-16 female Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. Given is the typical value. Insertion loss is depending on channel combination. 63

64 Stretchline Combiner MHz, 1 kw General Stretchline combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The stretchline combiner offer a low cost solution with compact design. The configuration is ideal if the frequency spacing is not too close. This stretchline combiner consists of two 3-dB couplers, a commutating line and a balancing load. The inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the commutating line. The principle of operation refers to the length of the commutating line. The electrical characteristics of the 3-dB couplers make the functioning possible. Isolation between the inputs is determined by the 3-dB couplers. The stretchline combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. The length of the commutating line has to be calculated with refer to the operating channels UHF Stretchline combiner, 3x 1 kw f 1 f 2 Attenuation/dB Load Frequency/MHz 850 Input 1 Input 2 Type No. Inputs Insertion Power Weigth Dimensions Packing size loss (1 (per input) [mm] [mm] < 0.5 db 1 kw 9 kg 1000 x 800 x x 1000 x < 0.6 db 1 kw 14 kg 1300 x 950 x x 1100 x MHz Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Isolation > 30 db < 1.1 (at pass band) 7/8 EIA-flange Colour (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. Given is the typical value. Insertion loss is depending on channel combination. 64

65 Stretchline Combiner MHz, 3 kw General Stretchline combiners enable several transmitters to be connected to one common output. The stretchline combiner offer a low cost solution with compact design. The configuration is ideal if the frequency spacing is not too close. This stretchline combiner consists of two 3-dB couplers, a commutating line and a balancing load. The inputs are narrowband (NB) in accordance with the frequency response of the commutating line. The principle of operation refers to the length of the commutating line. The electrical characteristics of the 3-dB couplers make the functioning possible. Isolation between the inputs is determined by the 3-dB couplers. The stretchline combiner may be extended by adding further directional filter combiners. The length of the commutating line has to be calculated with refer to the operating channels UHF Stretchline combiner, 2x 3 kw f 1 f 2 Attenuation/dB Type No MHz Inputs 2 Channel spacing > 3 channels (2 CH between) Insertion loss (1 < 0.5 db Isolation > 30 db < 1.06 (at pass band) Input power 3 kw (per input) 1 5/8 EIA-flange Colour 22 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1000 mm x 800 mm x 190 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 1200 mm x 1000 mm x 300 mm (1 Insertion loss and isolation values refer to the minimum channel spacing. Given is the typical value. Insertion loss is depending on channel combination Load 600 Input Frequency/MHz Input

66 3-dB Coupler (90 Hybrid) MHz, 1 kw 3-dB couplers can be used as decoupled power splitter with a ratio of 1:1 for the decoupled combining of two transmitters with arbitrarily low frequency spacing for the decoupled combining of two receivers with arbitrarily low frequency spacing as a frequency independent 90 phase shifter as a component to form combiners Design and Function The 3-dB coupler has four ports, two of which are decoupled from each other. For example effective power entering into port 1 is distributed into ports 2 and 3. Port 4 is decoupled and without power if ports 2 and 3 are ideally matched. In practice load of suitable power is to be planned for according to the mismatch of ports 2 and 3. Decoupled combining can be achieved via the diagonally opposite ports 2 and 3 respectively 1 and 4. Any open ports must be terminated with suitable loads K Bd.I 3-dB Coupler, 1 kw Attenuation 1 2 / db Attenuation 1 3 / db Typical attenuation 1 2 and 1 3 vs frequency Frequency/MHz 68 Attenuation 2 3 vs at port 1 Type No. K K ( ) ( ) N female 7-16 female MHz Attenuation 1 2 / 1 3 (1 3 ± 0.4 db Attenuation 2 3 (1 see diagram Directivity > 35 db (1 < 1.06 Power max. 1 kw Material Brass (housing) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductors) Color 3.4 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1362 mm x 126 mm x 40 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx mm x 150 mm x 60 mm Attenuation 2 3 / db at port 1 (with load at port 4) (1 and attenuation are measured when the remaining ports are terminated with loads. 66

67 3-dB Coupler (90 Hybrid) MHz, 1 kw 3-dB couplers can be used as decoupled power splitter with a ratio of 1:1 for the decoupled combining of two transmitters with arbitrarily low frequency spacing for the decoupled combining of two receivers with arbitrarily low frequency spacing as a frequency independent 90 phase shifter as a component to form combiners Design and Function The 3-dB coupler has four ports, two of which are decoupled from each other. For example effective power entering into port 1 is distributed into ports 2 and 3. Port 4 is decoupled and without power if ports 2 and 3 are ideally matched. In practice load of suitable power is to be planned for according to the mismatch of ports 2 and 3. Decoupled combining can be achieved via the diagonally opposite ports 2 and 3 respectively 1 and 4. Any open ports must be terminated with suitable loads K FM 3-dB Coupler, 1 kw Attenuation 1 2 / db Attenuation 1 3 / db Typical attenuation 1 2 and 1 3 vs frequency Frequency/MHz 108 Attenuation 2 3 vs at port 1 Type No. K K ( ) ( ) N female 7-16 female MHz Attenuation 1-2 / 1-3 (1 3 ± 0.4 db Attenuation 2-3 (1 see diagram Directivity > 35 db (1 < 1.06 Power max. 1 kw Material Brass (housing) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductors) Color 2.3 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 886 mm x 40 mm x 96 mm Packing size (l x w x h) 931 mm x 126 mm x 54 mm Attenuation 2 3 / db at port 1 (with load at port 4) (1 and attenuation are measured when the remaining ports are terminated with loads. 67

68 3-dB Coupler (90 Hybrid) MHz, 60 kw 3-dB couplers can be used as decoupled power splitter with a ratio of 1:1 for the decoupled combining of two transmitters with arbitrarily low frequency spacing for the decoupled combining of two receivers with arbitrarily low frequency spacing as a frequency independent 90 phase shifter as a component to form combiners Design and Function The 3-dB coupler has four ports, two of which are decoupled from each other. For example effective power entering into port 1 is distributed into ports 2 and 3. Port 4 is decoupled and without power if ports 2 and 3 are ideally matched. In practice load of suitable power is to be planned for according to the mismatch of ports 2 and 3. Decoupled combining can be achieved via the diagonally opposite ports 2 and 3 respectively 1 and 4. Any open ports must be terminated with suitable loads FM 3-dB Coupler, 60 kw Attenuation 1 2 / db Attenuation 1 3 / db Typical attenuation 1 2 and 1 3 vs frequency Frequency/MHz 108 Attenuation 2 3 vs at port 1 Type No Attenuation 1 2 / 1 3 (1 Attenuation 2 3 (1 4 x 3 1/8 EIA-flange MHz 3 ± 0.4 db see diagram Attenuation 2 3 / db 25 Directivity > 35 db 20 (1 < 1.06 Power max. 60 kw Material Aluminium (housing) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductors) Color 25 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1120 mm x 430 mm x 190 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx mm x 500 mm x 500 mm at port 1 (with load at port 4) (1 and attenuation are measured when the remaining ports are terminated with loads. 68

69 3-dB Coupler (90 Hybrid) MHz, 1 kw 3-dB couplers can be used as decoupled power splitter with a ratio of 1:1 for the decoupled combining of two transmitters with arbitrarily low frequency spacing for the decoupled combining of two receivers with arbitrarily low frequency spacing as a frequency independent 90 phase shifter as a component to form combiners Design and Function The 3-dB coupler has four ports, two of which are decoupled from each other. For example effective power entering into port 1 is distributed into ports 2 and 3. Port 4 is decoupled and without power if ports 2 and 3 are ideally matched. In practice load of suitable power is to be planned for according to the mismatch of ports 2 and 3. Decoupled combining can be achieved via the diagonally opposite ports 2 and 3 respectively 1 and 4. Any open ports must be terminated with suitable loads K VHF 3-dB Coupler, 1 kw Attenuation 1 2 / db Attenuation 1 3 / db Typical attenuation 1 2 and 1 3 vs frequency Frequency/MHz 230 Attenuation 2 3 vs at port 1 Type No. K K ( ) ( ) N female 7-16 female MHz Attenuation 1 2 / 1 3 (1 3 ± 0.4 db Attenuation 2 3 (1 see diagram Directivity > 35 db (1 < 1.06 Power max. 1 kw Material Brass (housing) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductors) Color 1.3 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 446 mm x 95 mm x 40 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx. 600 mm x 130 mm x 60 mm Attenuation 2 3 / db at port 1 (with load at port 4) (1 and attenuation are measured when the remaining ports are terminated with loads. 69

70 3-dB Coupler (90 Hybrid) MHz, 30 kw 3-dB couplers can be used for: as decoupled power splitter with a ratio of 1:1 for the decoupled combining of two transmitters with arbitrarily low frequency spacing for the decoupled combining of two receivers with arbitrarily low frequency spacing as a frequency independent 90 phase shifter as a component to form combiners Design and Function: The 3-dB has four ports, two of which are decoupled from each other. For example effective power entering into port 1 is distributed into ports 2 and 3. Port 4 is decoupled and without power if ports 2 and 3 are ideally matched. In practice load of suitable power is to be planned for according to the mismatch of ports 2 and 3. Decoupled combining can be achieved via the diagonally opposite ports 2 and 3 respectively 1 and 4. Any open ports must be terminated with suitable loads VHF 3-dB Coupler, 30 kw Attenuation 1 2 / db Attenuation 1 3 / db Typical attenuation 1 2 and 1 3 vs frequency Frequency/MHz 230 Attenuation 2 3 vs at port 1 Type No Attenuation 1 2 / 1 3 (1 Attenuation 2 3 (1 4x 3 1/8 EIA-flange MHz 3 ± 0.4 db see diagram Attenuation 2 3 / db 25 Directivity > 35 db 20 (1 < 1.06 Power max. 30 kw Material Aluminium (housing) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductors) Color 19 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 575 x 406 x 190 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx. 700 mm x 500 mm x 300 mm at port 1 (with load at port 4) (1 and attenuation are measured when the remaining ports are terminated with loads. 70

71 3-dB Coupler (90 Hybrid) MHz, 1 kw 3-dB couplers can be used as decoupled power splitter with a ratio of 1:1 for the decoupled combining of two transmitters with arbitrarily low frequency spacing for the decoupled combining of two receivers with arbitrarily low frequency spacing as a frequency independent 90 phase shifter as a component to form combiners Design and Function The 3-dB coupler has four ports, two of which are decoupled from each other. For example effective power entering into port 1 is distributed into ports 2 and 3. Port 4 is decoupled and without power if ports 2 and 3 are ideally matched. In practice load of suitable power is to be planned for according to the mismatch of ports 2 and 3. Decoupled combining can be achieved via the diagonally opposite ports 2 and 3 respectively 1 and 4. Any open ports must be terminated with suitable loads K UHF 3-dB Coupler, 1 kw Attenuation 1 2 / db Attenuation 1 3 / db Typical attenuation 1 2 and 1 3 vs frequency Frequency/MHz 860 Attenuation 2 3 vs at port 1 Type No. K K ( ) ( ) N female 7-16 female MHz Attenuation 1 2 / 1 3 (1 3 ± 0.6 db Attenuation 2 3 (1 see diagram Directivity > 30 db (1 < 1.06 Power max. 1 kw Material Brass (housing) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductors) Color 0.7 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 191 mm x 95 mm x 40 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx. 220 mm x 150 mm x 50 mm Attenuation 2 3 / db at port 1 (with load at port 4) (1 and attenuation are measured when the remaining ports are terminated with loads. 71

72 3-dB Coupler (90 Hybrid) MHz, 5 kw 3-dB couplers can be used as decoupled power splitter with a ratio of 1:1 for the decoupled combining of two transmitters with arbitrarily low frequency spacing for the decoupled combining of two receivers with arbitrarily low frequency spacing as a frequency independent 90 phase shifter as a component to form combiners Design and Function The 3-dB coupler has four ports, two of which are decoupled from each other. For example effective power entering into port 1 is distributed into ports 2 and 3. Port 4 is decoupled and without power if ports 2 and 3 are ideally matched. In practice load of suitable power is to be planned for according to the mismatch of ports 2 and 3. Decoupled combining can be achieved via the diagonally opposite ports 2 and 3 respectively 1 and 4. Any open ports must be terminated with suitable loads UHF 3-dB Coupler, 5 kw Attenuation 1 2 / db Attenuation 1 3 / db Typical attenuation 1 2 and 1 3 vs frequency Frequency/MHz 860 Attenuation 2 3 vs at port 1 Type No Attenuation 1 2 / 1 3 (1 3x 1 5/8 EIA-flange 1x 7-16 female MHz 3 ± 0.6 db Attenuation 2 3 / db 25 Attenuation 2 3 (1 see diagram 20 Directivity > 30 db (1 < 1.06 Power max. 5 kw Material Aluminium (housing) Brass, sliver plated (inner conductors) Color 8 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 293 mm x 275 mm x 100 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx. 450 mm x 3500 mm x 150 mm at port 1 (with load at port 4) (1 and attenuation are measured when the remaining ports are terminated with loads. 72

73 Control Panel Control Panel can used to evaluate the input power of balance loads at transmitter combiners to evaluate the input power of balance loads at antenna systems to evaluate forward and reflected power in transmitting lines using directional couplers Design and Function The control panel consists of a 19 drawer, one power unit and max. six control units. So, up to six DC voltages could be indicated and evaluated. The voltages are shown by analogous measuring instruments. The overstepping of a threshold value is indicated by red signal lamp. Standard conditions are indicated by green signal lamp. The threshold value is adjustable by potentiometer at front of the control unit. Measuring voltage, contact from a relay and possibility of remote control for reset threshold overstepping can be taped of at 9-pin sub-d connector /06, Control panel Factory adjustment Full-scale deflection (100 scale marks) corresponds to 500 W. Threshold value (60 scale marks) corresponds to 300 W Accessories Monitoring probe Detector Monitoring unit Type No / Monitoring Power supply Measuring voltage Threshold value Input selectivity Indication range Power supply Dimensions Packing size (l x w x h) 0 7 V ( W at 30 db decoupling) V (adjustable) > 1 V DC scale marks 230 V~, ± 10 %; Hz Mains plug BNC female (test voltage) sub-d socket (monitoring) 4.3 kg (housing incl. power supply) 0.3 kg (monitoring unit) 19 drawer, 3 HU (1, 250 mm depth approx. 510 mm x 465 mm x 200 mm Control unit Detector Probe ( 30 db) (1 One HU (hight unit) refers to mm. 73

74 Monitoring Probe Detector A sample of the power fed in can be taped of at the respective port (BNC female, TNC female) by capacitively coupling probe female The monitoring probe enables for example the local control of reject loads in directional filter combiners and turnstile antennas. BNC female The coupling attenuation can be setted depending on customer requirements. The coupling attenuation is factory adjusted according to stated values , male Type No MHz MHz MHz MHz Coupling attenuation 30 db (97.5 MHz) 35 db (470 MHz) 35 db (470 MHz) 30 db (97.5 MHz) Primary 7-16 male/female 7-16 male/female 7-16 male/female 7-16 male/female Test port TNC female TNC female BNC female BNC female < 1.1 < 1.05 < 1.05 < 1.1 Power max. 1 kw Design and Function The detector can be used to measure the recect load power in broadcast combiners as well as turnstile antennas, the reject load line is sampled with a monitoring probe The resample may be rectified with a detector and fed to a measurement instrument or relay. Type No Input power Input Packing size Dimensions MHz < 1.4 for MHz < 2.5 for MHz max. 0.5 W 7 V at max. input power (minus grounded) TNC male TNC female 160 g 100 mm x 60 mm x 15 mm 70 mm x 15 mm 74

75 Circulator MHz, 120 W Circulators can be used to increase the isolation between transmitters to prevent adverse effects of unmatched load impedance on amplifier performance Design and Function Circulators are non-reciprocal components with low insertion loss in the forward direction (1 to 2) and high attenuation in the reverse direction ( 2 to 1). The impedance at the input (1) of the circulator is constant and independent of the impedance of the components following. The reflected power at output (2) is passed to port (3) which must terminated with a load. The load at port (3) must be dimensioned to be able to absorb the maximum power reflected at output (2). Type No MHz Attenuation 1 2 (1 < 0.7 db Attenuation 2 1 (1 > 18 db (1 < 1.28 Power max. 120 W N female Temperature range 10 C C 1.7 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 105 mm x 97 mm x 71 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx. 150 mm x 130 mm x 100 mm (1 and attenuation are measured when the remaining ports are terminated with 50 loads

76 Load, 0.5 W 100 W 50-Ω loads are suited as absorbers for small and medium power. They are used: as termination for transmitters or amplifiers used for testing, measuring or tuning, as termination for circulators, directional couplers, hybrid ring junctions and decoupled power splitters. Special features of the loads are: very low within a wide frequency range, high stability and RF shielding due to the closed aluminium construction, arbitrary installation position because of convectional cooling, 50 W and 100 W models can be installed on front or rear panels of electrical equipment for heat dissipation. 0.5 Watt * ) Type No. K ( ) Connector N male MHz MHz < MHz < MHz < 1.20 Application Indoor 40 g Packing size 90 mm x 60 mm x 25 mm Dimensions 33 mm / 21 mm diameter K Watt * ) Type No Connector 7-16 male MHz MHz < MHz < 1.30 IP rating IP65 Application Outdoor 120 g Packing size 50 mm x 90 mm x 100 mm Dimensions 40 mm / 32 mm diameter Watt * ) Type No. K ( ) Connector N male MHz MHz < MHz < MHz < 1.20 Application Indoor 40 g Packing size 90 mm x 60 mm x 25 mm Dimensions 30 mm / 21 mm diameter K

77 Load, 0.5 W 100 W 10 Watt * ) Type No. K K ( ) ( ) Connector N female N male MHz MHz < 1.08 V MHz < MHz < MHz < 1.25 Application Indoor Approx. 250 g Packing size 50 mm x 90 mm x 100 mm Dimensions (w x h x d) 40 x 82 x x 82 x 85 by mm (incl. connector) (incl. connector) K Watt * ) Type No. K K K K ( ) ( ) ( ) ( ) Connector N female N male 7-16 female 7-16 male MHz MHz < MHz < MHz < 1.20 Application Indoor Approx. 500 g Packing size 50 mm x 100 mm x 135 mm Dimensions by mm (w x h x d) 35 x 94 x x 94 x x 94 x x 94 x 124 (incl. connector) (incl. connector) (incl. connector) (incl. connector) K Watt * ) Type No. K K K K ( ) ( ) ( ) ( ) Connector N female N male 7-16 female 7-16 male MHz MHz < MHz < MHz < 1.20 Application Indoor Approx. 800 g Packing size 80 mm x 95 mm x 145 mm Dimensions by mm (w x h x d) 67 x 90 x x 90 x x 90 x x 90 x 133 (incl. connector) (incl. connector) (incl. connector) (incl. connector) K Watt * ) Type No. K K K ( ) ( ) ( ) Connector N female N male 7-16 female MHz MHz < 1.08 Application Indoor Approx. 2.4 kg Packing size 130 mm x 195 mm x 180 mm Dimensions by mm (w x h x d) 114 x 153 x x 161 x x 170 x 156 (including connector) (including connector) (including connector) K * ) Rated power at 40 C ambient temperature. The max. power rating increases or decreases with falling or rising ambient temperature. 77

78 Load, 500 W Loads can be used as termination for transmitters or amplifiers used for testing, measuring or tuning as termination for circulators, directional couplers, decoupled power splitters as balancing loads at constant impedance combiners Design and Function The load is built up by an oversized heat sink where a high power load chip is mounted. Due to a closed aluminium construction, high RF shielding as well as high stability is achieved. Because of convectional cooling an upward installation position has to be taken into consideration High power load, 500 W Type No ( ) MHz < 1.08 Power (1 max. 500 W 7-16 female Temperature range 10 C C 15 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 348 mm x 164 mm x 364 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx. 500 mm x 200 mm x 500 mm (1 Maximum input power refers to 40 C ambient temperature. The value decreases with higher ambient temperatures. 78

79 Rigid Line Components General Rigid line components with EIA-flange connectors find usage at broadcast combiners as link between the combiner modules. Design and Function This rigid line components are supplied with coaxial connectors, so called EIA-flanges. EIA-flanges are connected by coupling elements, additional necessary. The mechanical dimensions are chosen in a way, that the mechanical length fits perfect the needs for building up combiners by adding several modules U-Link, 3 1/8 EIA U-links are used for connecting the modules of directional filter combiners. Z-links can be used for by-passing the modules of directional filter combiners for maintenance purposes. L-links find usage at the inputs of directional filter combiners for changing the direction from horizontal to vertical. Type No. Type max. Power Distance (mid of con) U-Link 1 5/8 EIA 20 kw (at 100 MHz) 100 mm (1 U-Link 1 5/8 EIA 20 kw (at 100 MHz) 160 mm U-Link 3 1/8 EIA 60 kw (at 100 MHz) 400 mm U-Link 4 1/2 EIA 100 kw (at 100 MHz) 400 mm U-Link 6 1/8 EIA 200 kw (at 100 MHz) 400 mm Z-Link 3 1/8 EIA 60 kw (at 100 MHz) 1050 mm Z-Link 3 1/8 EIA / 4 1/2 EIA 60 kw (at 100 MHz) 1100 mm Z-Link 3 1/8 EIA / 6 1/8 EIA 60 kw (at 100 MHz) 1050 mm L-Link 7/8 EIA 5 kw (at 100 MHz) 120 mm x 60 mm L-Linik 1 5/8 EIA 15 kw (at 100 MHz) 140 mm x 93 mm MHz < 1.05 Imedance Material Aluminium or Brass (outer conductor) Brass, silver plated (inner conductor) Colour (1 Version IP 65 79

80 Multiband Combiner MHz / MHz General Multiband combiners allow several transmitters or receivers of different frequency ranges to be connected to one common output. Design and Function This multiband combiner consists of one high-pass for Bd. III and one low-pass for Bd. II. The high-pass as well as the low-pass is built up by using lumped L-C elements. The design enables simultaneous operation at two antennas via common feeder cable Multiband combiner Antenna MHz Antenna MHz Combiner Multiband Combiner (with weather protective case) Feeder cable Combiner Multiband Combiner MHz MHz Antenna Diplexer 1 Antenna Type No MHz / MHz Insertion loss < 0.5 db Isolation > 30 db < 1.4 Input power < 50 W (per input) Connections N female 1 kg Color (front plate) Dimensions (l x w x h) 175 mm x 70 mm x 80 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx. 190 mm x 95 mm x 100 mm Transmitter or receiver High-pass Low-pass Low-pass High-pass 2 2 Diplexer 2 Feeder cable Transmitter or receiver 80

81 Multiband Combiner MHz / MHz General Multiband combiners allow several transmitters or receivers of different frequency ranges to be connected to one common output. Design and Function This multiband combiner consists of one high-pass (for MHz range) and one low-pass (for MHz range). The high-pass as well as the low-pass is built up by using lumped L-C elements. The design enables simultaneous operation at two antennas via commone feeder cable. K Multiband combiner Antenna MHz Antenna MHz Combiner Multiband Combiner K (with weather protective case) Feeder cable Combiner Multiband Combiner K MHz MHz Antenna Diplexer 1 Antenna Type No. K ( ) MHz / MHz Insertion loss < 0.3 db Isolation > 40 db < 1.1 Input power < 10 W (per input) Connections 7-16 female Material Brass, silver plated 0.8 kg Color (front plate) Dimensions (l x w x h) 178 mm x 80 mm x 40 mm Packing size (l x w x h) approx. 250 mm x 100 mm x 100 mm Transmitter or receiver High-pass Low-pass Low-pass High-pass 2 2 Diplexer 2 Feeder cable Transmitter or receiver 81

82 Customized Design UHF Starpoint combiner with 8 inputs, 25 W each FM Starpoint combiner with 6 inputs, 5 kw each 82

83 Customized Design FM Directional Filter Combiner 2 x 5 kw for Multipattern application UHF High power Stretchline Combiner with 2 inputs, 10 kw each 83