Receiver Multicouplers -
VLF, LF, HF, VHF & UHF |
| RADIO
INTERCEPT & SURVEILLANCE, SIGINT-COMINT, SWL & SCANNING |
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| Multicouplers
- General Description |
| The fundamental application of the receiver multicoupler
is to enable multiple radio receivers,
spectrum analyzers 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
with premier components to meet a multitude of VLF to 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.
DC Power Option: Upon request we can
supply our receiver multicouplers for +24 VDC or +48 VDC supply operation,
contact factory before placing order
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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 HF 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. The 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 using multiple
intercept receivers. Rugged die-cast aluminum enclosure with a black
powder coat finish is standard, olive drab green (MIl-841OD) is also
available on request.If only two (2)
output ports are needed model MCA102M is available. This unit have
the same specifications as the MCA104M and in the same case style..
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
(4): N-connector on input port, BNC connectors on outputs
(MCA104M/N)
Note: Coaxial interconnect cables are available. RG-58A/U
with BNC male connectors, sweep tested to 1.5 GHz.
Please scroll to bottom of this page to purchase cables.
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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 HF 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. The 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 using multiple
intercept receivers. Rugged die-cast aluminum enclosure with a black
powder coat finish is standard, olive-drab green (MIl-841OD) is also
available on request.Data
Sheet
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
(4): N-connector on input port, BNC connectors on outputs
(MCA108M/N)
Note: Coaxial interconnect cables are available. RG-58A/U
with BNC male connectors, sweep tested to 1.5 GHz.
Please scroll to bottom of this page to purchase cables.
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MCA204M
VHF/UHF Receiver
Multicoupler - 25 MHz to 1 GHz - 4 Ports
NATO / NSN number: 5865-01-532-0314 |
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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 VHF/UHF 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. The MCA204M 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 using multiple
intercept receivers. Rugged die-cast aluminum enclosure with a black
powder coat finish is standard, olive-drab green (MIl-841OD) is also
available on request. If only two (2)
output ports are needed model MCA202M is available. This unit have
the same specifications as the MCA204M and in the same case style..
Data
Sheet
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
(4): N-connector on input port, BNC connectors on outputs
(MCA204M/N)
Note: Coaxial interconnect cables are available. RG-58A/U
with BNC male connectors, sweep tested to 1.5 GHz.
Please scroll to bottom of this page to purchase cables.
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MCA208M
VHF/UHF Receiver
Multicoupler - 25 MHz to 1 GHz - 8 Ports
NATO / NSN number: 5895-01-532-0314 |
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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 VHF/UHF 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. The 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 using multiple
intercept receivers. Rugged die-cast aluminum enclosure with a black
powder coat finish is standard, olive-drab green (MIl-841OD) is also
available on request.Data
Sheet
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
(4): N-connector on input port, BNC connectors on outputs
(MCA208M/N)
Note: Coaxial interconnect cables are available. RG-58A/U
with BNC male connectors, sweep tested to 1.5 GHz.
Please scroll to bottom of this page to purchase cables.
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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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MCA804B 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, 800
MHz service band monitoring, trunk-tracking, etc.. It
can be used in any UHF monitoring platform using receivers, scanners or spectrum
analyzers. The MCA804B 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 using multiple
intercept receivers. Rugged die-cast aluminum enclosure with a black
powder coat finish is standard, olive-drab green (MIl-841OD) is also
available on request.
Also available is the MCA704/B for the 700 MHz
service band, please contact factory for this model.
Data
Sheet
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
(4): N-connector on input port, BNC connectors on outputs
(MCA804B/N)
Note: Coaxial interconnect cables are available. RG-58A/U
with BNC male connectors, sweep tested to 1.5 GHz.
Please scroll to bottom of this page to purchase cables.
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MCA04VLF
VLF/LF Receiver Multicoupler -
4-ports, 10kHz to 500 kHz
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10 kHz to 500 kHz Frequency Range
High Port-toPort Isolation, >35 dB
OP1dB = 14 dBm OIP3 = 27 dBm
No Signal Loss to Output Ports
Rugged Cast Aluminum Case
Sonar, Ultrasonic and VLF/LF Signal Intercept |
MCA04VLF is a 4-port active VLF/LF multicoupler
designed to distribute an input signal (antenna, transducer or other
signal source) to four output ports for connection to receivers, spectrum
analyzer or other test equipment. Premium low frequency components have
been used in the design of this device resulting in superior frequency
response with full electrical specifications down to 10 kHz. Mechanically
the MCA04VLF it is very rugged and meet MIL STD-810 environmental
operations.
MCA04VLF ships complete with a
regulated power supply for the North American market. Outside United
States and Canada, a 6 foot DC cord is supplied for connection to
customers power source. A well regulated +12 volt power supply is
required, current drain is approximately 85 mA.
Options:
(1): EMI/RFI Ceramic feed-thru for DC power hardwired connections.
(2): PCB Conformal coating for high humidity installations.
(3): TNC connectors
(4): N-connector on input port, BNC connectors on outputs
(MCA04VLF/N)
(5): Olive Drab (Green MIL-1822) baked enamel coating.
Please
contact factory for data sheet or additional technical information.
Note: Coaxial interconnect cables are available. RG-58A/U
with BNC male connectors, sweep tested to 1.5 GHz.
Please scroll to bottom of this page to purchase cables.
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Power
Supply Notes - Active Multicouplers |
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All Active Multicouplers
requires +12 VDC/80 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 |
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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, black powder coat
Mechanical: 4-3/8 X 2-3/8 X 1-1/4 Inches (L W H)
Options: TNC connectors -
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Purchase below
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Terminator,
50 Ohm, 5%, 1/2W. To terminate unused ports in critical applications.
$12.00/ea.
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