FST-2000 Flyaway Satellite Terminal (part of GUARDRAIL System)

FST-2000 Flyaway Satellite Terminal (part of GUARDRAIL System)

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

The FST-2000 Terminal transmits information obtained at a remote site via

Frequency: 5.925 6.425 GHz (C Band)

satellite to the main GUARDRAIL Relay System. This Terminal will utilize

7.9 8.4 GHz (X Band)

a cassegrain-fed, log periodic reflector antennas with diameters of 4.5 m for

14.0 14.5 GHz (Ku Band)

transportability and 11 m for fixed-station usage.

Power:

400 W PEP (C Band)

350 W PEP (X Band)

300 W PEP (Ku Band)

HAZARD CONTROLS (to reduce or eliminate risk)

SYSTEM HAZARDS

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 distances of 1.0 m from the antenna feed sub-assembly.

Open/cracked waveguides.........

The area between the antenna feed horn and reflector and any open waveguides produce

potentially hazardous PDLs within short ranges. Instruct personnel to avoid these areas.

Inspect semi-rigid waveguides and quick-disconnect flange portions periodically for

breaks or cracks, and replace any suspect waveguide.

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

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

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