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RC2000C Az/El Tracking Antenna Controller

Chapter 6

Specifications

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Chapter 6 SPECIFICATIONS

Inspect unit for any damage sustained during shipping. If any exists, notify shipper immediately.

A.

PHYSICAL

Size:

19.0" x 3.5"H x 9.0"D (Rack)

Weight:

12.5 lb.

Temperature:

0-50oC

Input Power:

115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz., 48 W Non-driving, 600 W driving

B.

DRIVE

Output:

12-36VDC, 8.0 Amps
280VA

Sensor Input:

Reed, Hall Effect, Optical

Polarization:

Standard Polarotortm Interface
24V Rotating Feed with Pot Feedback (RC2KPOL option)
Note: Not all models support polarization control.

C.

TRACK MODE

Antenna Size:

0.4 - 12.0 meters

Tracking Accuracy:

Mount Dependent
0.1 - 3.0 dB, selectable

Maximum Inclination:

+/- 16 deg., standard

Tracking Modes:

Intelli-Searchtm, Step Track, Program Track

AGC Input Range:

0-10.0 VDC

AGC Input Impedance: 2M ohm
AGC Inputs:

2

Inclined Satellites:

5 Max

Total Number of Satellites: 35 (Geo + Inclined Orbit).

D.

Drive Transfer Function - See Figure in Appendix

E.

Non-Volatile Memory Battery - Duracell DL2450

F.

The azimuth and elevation axis drive output are protected by a circuit breaker accessible via the

controller’s backpanel. When the drive breaker is open, the breaker’s button will protrude from

the mounting bezel. The controller AC input is protected by a user replaceable fuses (1/4” x 1

¼”) housed in a fuse drawer built into the controller’s IEC type, power entry module. Replace

with 6 amp AGC (fast-blow) fuses. RCI part # F-6A-FB-C, Bussman part # ABC-6, Little Fuse

part # 314006.