AN/PPN-19 (V) 1, 2 Multifunction Radar Transponder Beam (MRTB) Set

AN/PPN-19 (V) 1, 2 Multifunction Radar Transponder Beam (MRTB) Set

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

The AN/PPN-19 is a radar transponder beam set. It utilizes either a

Frequency: 8 - 20 GHz

Power: 1 W average

omni-directional antenna or directional antenna, or can radiate out

PEP 400 W

an open waveguide.

SYSTEM HAZARDS

HAZARD CONTROLS (to reduce or eliminate risk)

Power Density Levels (PDL) ....

This system is able to produce potentially hazardous PDLs in excess of the safety

standard. Establish a Nonionizing Radiation Protection Program (IAW guidelines

provided in this TB).

Hazard distance from antenna ....

Exclude personnel to a distance of 12 cm from either antenna.

Other.................................

Consult the equipment Technical Manual for other operator and/or maintenance hazards.

Specify use of dummy loads during maintenance operations.

REFERENCES: TM 11-5840-367-12

AN/PPN-20 Test Set Mini Multiband Beacon

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

The AN/PPN-20 is a portable beacon transponder which

Frequency: X band: 9.3 GHz

Power: 29 W

transmits a response signal when interrogated by an incoming

Ku band: 16.2 GHz

signal. It utilizes a 10.2 x 10.2 cm flat plate, microstrip type

antenna.

SYSTEM HAZARDS

HAZARD CONTROLS (to reduce or eliminate risk)

Power Density Levels (PDL) ....

This system is not able to produce potentially hazardous PDLs in excess of the safety

standard and is not subject to radiation protection control.

Other.................................

Consult the equipment Technical Manual for other operator and/or maintenance hazards.

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