AN/TLQ-17A (V)1, 2, 3 Countermeasures Set

AN/TLQ-17A (V)1, 2, 3 Countermeasures Set

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The AN/TLQ-17 is a countermeasures set designed to identify, locate,

Frequency: 1.5 20 MHz

Power: 550 W max

and disrupt enemy command and control communications. This

20 80 MHz

system is adapted for a truck-mounted shelter. The HF Band uses a

15m, top-loaded whip antenna; the VHF Band uses a log-periodic

antenna mounted on a mast or whip 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 in the HF Band. This system is able to produce potentially hazardous PDLs in

excess of the safety standard in the VHF Band. Establish a Nonionizing Radiation

Protection Program (IAW guidelines provided in this TB) .

Hazard distance from antenna ....

Exclude personnel to a distance of 5 m from the front of the LP antenna (VHF) and 2 m

from the VHF whip antenna.

RF shock/burn .....................

Observe standard RF shock precautions. Do not touch antenna when energized.

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

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

Specify use of dummy loads during maintenance operations.

REFERENCES: TM 32-5865-005-10

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