AN/TSC-93A, B Satellite Communications Terminal

AN/TSC-93A, B Satellite Communications Terminal

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The AN/TSC-93 is a transportable satellite communications

Frequency: 7.9 8.4 GHz

Power: 600 W PEP

(SATCOM) terminal that utilizes both a 2.4 m diameter parabolic

reflector antenna.

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 5x the safety

standard and requires a formal RFR protection program to ensure its safe use. Establish

a Nonionizing Radiation Protection Program (IAW guidelines provided in this TB) .

Hazard distance from antenna ....

At maximum power, exclude personnel to a distance of 105 m from the antenna.

Maintain surveillance of all RFR controlled areas. If the power output is less than

93 W, this system is not able to produce PDLs in excess of the safety standard.

Open/cracked waveguides.......

At maximum power the antenna feed and all open waveguides produce potentially

hazardous PDLs. Periodically inspect waveguides for cracks or leaks and replace

suspect waveguides. Exclude personnel to a distance of 1.5 m from any open or broken

waveguide. Support flexible waveguides with a cable to reduce stress at the waveguide

flanges.

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

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

Specify the use of dummy loads for maintenance operations.

REFERENCES: TM 11-5895-1127-10; TM 11-5895-1127-13; TM 11-5895-8784

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