Receiver Multicouplers - HF, VHF & UHF |
| RADIO SURVEILLANCE,
SIGINT-COMINT, SWL & SCANNING |
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| Multicouplers
- General Description |
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use of the receiver multicoupler is to enable several radios
, or scanners, to share a common antenna
system. The advantage of using a multicoupler in signal monitoring applications were
several receivers are used (such as in SIGINT/COMINT), is in the
port-to-port isolation of the coupler. Isolation will reduce the
possibility of RF interaction between receivers caused by local oscillators,
synthesizers, etc. If an external pre-amplifier, receive filter or lightning
protection device is used, only one is needed to service several receivers.Both Passive and Active
broad-band models as well as narrow-band specialty couplers are manufactured to meet a multitude of
HF, VHF and UHF monitoring applications. Standard port configurations from 2
up to 8 are available. These units are designed to meet
most government, military and commercial
radio monitoring demands. Active models include broad-band
low-noise amplifiers, front-end protection, and, depending on model, input High-Pass or
Low-Pass Filters. Please contact
factory for options. TNC connectors are available as an option on all
ports, or, TNC connector on input port and BNC on all output ports.
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MCA104M
HF Receiver
Multicoupler - 500 kHz to 50 MHz - 4 Ports
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 LF/HF
Frequency Range
OP1dB = 17 dBm OIP3 = 31 dBm
50 MHz Input Low-Pass Filter
No Signal Loss to Output Ports
Rugged Cast Aluminum Case
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MCA104M is an active
multicoupler designed to distribute antenna signals to four receivers
without loss and with high isolation between ports. It is specifically
suited for signal intercept and HF monitoring stations, both fixed or mobile platforms. It
can be used in any HF monitoring post using receivers, scanners or spectrum
analyzers.
MCA104M has a mechanical
and electrical design construction that will meet any government, military
or commercial specification. This unit is designed to give high performance results
in any radio monitoring post.
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
Data
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MCA108M
HF Receiver
Multicoupler - 500 kHz to 50 MHz - 8 Ports
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LF/HF
Frequency Range
50 MHz Input Low-Pass Filter
OP1dB = 17 dBm OIP3 = 31 dBm
No Signal Loss to Output Ports
Rugged Cast Aluminum Case
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MCA108M is an active
multicoupler designed to distribute antenna signals to eight receivers
without loss and with high isolation between ports. It is specifically
suited for signal intercept and HF monitoring stations, both fixed or mobile platforms. It
can be used in any HF monitoring post using receivers, scanners or spectrum
analyzers.
MCA108M has a mechanical
and electrical design construction that will meet any government, military
or commercial specification. This unit is designed to give high performance results
in any radio monitoring post.
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
Data
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MCA204M
VHF/UHF Receiver
Multicoupler - 25 MHz to 1 GHz - 4 Ports
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VHF/UHF
Frequency Range
25 MHz Input High-Pass Filter
OP1dB = 17 dBm OIP3 = 31 dBm
No Signal Loss to Output Ports
Rugged Cast Aluminum Case
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| MCA204M is an active
multicoupler designed to distribute antenna signals to four receivers
without loss and with high isolation between ports. It is specifically
suited for signal intercept stations, both fixed or mobile platforms. It
can be used in any VHF/UHF monitoring post using receivers, scanners or spectrum
analyzers.
MCA204M has a mechanical
and electrical design construction that will meet any government, military
or commercial specification. This unit is design to give high performance results
in any radio monitoring post.
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
Data
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MCA208M
VHF/UHF Receiver
Multicoupler - 25 MHz to 1 GHz - 8 Ports
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VHF/UHF
Frequency Range
25 MHz Input High-Pass Filter
OP1dB = 17 dBm OIP3 = 31 dBm
No Signal Loss to Output Ports
Rugged Cast Aluminum Case
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MCA208M is an active
multicoupler designed to distribute antenna signals to eight receivers
without loss and with high isolation between ports. It is specifically
suited for signal intercept stations, both fixed or mobile platforms. It
can be used in any VHF/UHF monitoring post using receivers, scanners or spectrum
analyzers.
MCA208M has a mechanical
and electrical design construction that will meet any government, military
or commercial specification. This unit is designed to give high performance results
in any radio monitoring post.
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
Data
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MCA804/B
800 MHz Receiver Multicoupler -
4-ports, 800 MHz Service Band Monitoring
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820 MHz to 890 MHz Frequency Range
Micro-Strip Band-Pass Filter
OP1dB = 14 dBm OIP3 = 27 dBm
No Signal Loss to Output Ports / 4 dB Gain
Rugged Cast Aluminum Case
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MCA804/B is an active
multicoupler designed to distribute antenna signals to 4 receivers
without loss and with high isolation between ports. It is specifically
suited for signal intercept stations, both fixed or mobile platforms, 800
MHz service band monitoring, trunk-tracking, etc.. It
can be used in any UHF monitoring platform using receivers, scanners or spectrum
analyzers.
MCA804/B has a mechanical
and electrical design construction that will meet any government, military
or commercial specification. This unit is designed to give high performance results
in any radio monitoring post.
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
Data
Sheet
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Active Multicouplers -
Standard Models
For help with selection refer to "Tech Notes".
For Sales & Ordering, please go to "Sales Info".
| Model |
Ports |
Frequency
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Con. |
Price |
| MCA102M |
2 |
500 kHz to 50 MHz |
BNC |
$148.00 |
| MCA104M |
4 |
500 kHz to 50 MHz |
BNC |
$185.00 |
| MCA108M |
8 |
500 kHz to 50 MHz |
BNC |
$335.00 |
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MCA804/B |
4 |
800 MHz Service Band |
BNC |
$195.00 |
| MCA202M |
2 |
25 MHz to 1 GHz+ |
BNC |
$148.00 |
| MCA204M |
4 |
25 MHz to 1 GHz+ |
BNC |
$185.00 |
| MCA208M |
8 |
25 MHz to 1 GHz+ |
BNC |
$335.00 |
For additional technical data,
click on model numbers
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Power
Supply Notes - Active Multicouplers |
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All Active Multicouplers
requires +12 VDC/100 mA (nominal) to operate. Because of internal voltage
regulation, this input DC voltage may be between +10 volts and +17 volts. DC power is
applied via a standard coaxial style power jack (5.5mm/2.1mm) with the
center pin positive.
For the North American market, a wall adapter
(110VAC/+12VDC) is supplied as a standard accessory. For other countries, using AC power
standards of 220 Volts, a DC power plug is supplied for the DC connection, this plug must
wired by customer. On request, we can supply this plug wired with about 6 feet of cable
for connection to customer +12 VDC power source.The
MCA series of multicouplers are designed to be used in mobile applications as well
(surveillance vans, aircraft and shipboard SIGINT/COMINT platforms). If +12 VDC power is
available, the multicouplers may be used with the supplied DC plug.For other special DC
power requirements, please give us a call.
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Passive Multicouplers -
Stock Models
For help with selection refer to "Tech Notes".
For Sales & Ordering, please go to "Sales Info".
| Model |
Ports |
Frequency
Range |
Con. |
Price |
| MC102 |
2 |
100 kHz to 500 MHz |
BNC |
$75.00 |
| MC104 |
4 |
100 kHz to 500 MHz |
BNC |
$98.00 |
| MC202 |
2 |
10 MHz to 1 GHz |
BNC |
$75.00 |
| MC204 |
4 |
10 MHz to 1 GHz |
BNC |
$98.00 |
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Common Specifications - Passive
Nominal Impedance: 50 Ohms
Port-To-Port Isolation: 22 dB (min)
25 dB (typical)
Phase (input/output): Zero degree
Coupler Gain/Loss: -3.5dB (MC102/202)
: -7dB (MC104/204)
Case: Die-Cast Aluminum, Satin Black baked enamel
Mechanical: 4-3/8 X 2-3/8 X 1-1/4 Inches (L W H)
Options: TNC connectors - |
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Technical
Questions?
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