Atec Kaelus-RTF Series - Manual

ADVANTAGE
― Accurately identify the location of PIM
and Return Loss faults in the RF path
― Simple to operate, highly intuitive
touch screen user interface
― Overlay PIM and Return Loss vs. distance data
for enhanced troubleshooting capability
― Quickly switch between different test modes
without disconnecting the line under test
― Compatible with any “RTF Enabled” iQA
series PIM test instrument from Kaelus
― Speeds site repairs by guiding operators
to the location of PIM faults
― Factory upgrades available for existing
A and B-series iQA test instruments
― Before PIM testing, the RTF Module performs a Return
Loss safety check to warn the operator before
transmitting high RF power into a poor match
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RANGE TO FAULT (RTF)
PIM & Return Loss Measurement
Range To Fault (RTF) is an exciting new technology from Kaelus that enables
operators to accurately measure the location of PIM and Return Loss faults in their RF
infrastructure. Reflection data together with PIM data provides an unmatched level
of clarity for identifying the location of faults in the RF path.
The RTF system consists of an RTF Module, interconnecting cables and a “RTF Enabled”
iQA series PIM test instrument. Customers can purchase a new “RTF Enabled” PIM
test analyzer from Kaelus or upgrade their existing A or B-series iQA test equipment
to support RTF measurements. Please contact your local Kaelus representative for
additional information.
Range to Fault (RTF) Module
PRODUCT FEATURES
When the RTF module is attached a low power Return Loss vs. distance
measurement will be made prior to activating the high power PIM
test tones. If the peak calculated Return Loss is greater than a user
specified value a warning will be presented to the operator along with
the distance to the failing location. The operator has the option at this
point to either abort the test or continue with the PIM measurement.
This safety feature has been added to help prevent accidental high
power RF transmissions while the feed system is open for repairs.
PEAK RETURN LOSS
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