Esco ETS LINDGREN BiConiLog 3142E User manual

Model 3142E
BiConiLog ™ Antenna
User Manual
PN: 399337
October, 2023
Rev G
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Revision Record
MANUAL, 3142E | Part # 399337 Rev G
Revision Description Date
AInitial Release July, 2012
BUpdated frequency range; updated
boom options
February, 2015
CUpdated manual format and added
typical data for cross polarization
February, 2021
DUpdated Assembly photo captions to
correct polarization
July, 2021
ECorrected cross references August, 2022
FAdded spacers January, 2023
GRemoved 4-TR October, 2023

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings 5
Introduction 6
7-TR Tripod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Maintenance 8
Replacement and Optional Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Contacting ETS-Lindgren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Sending a Component for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Calibration Services and Annual Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Specications 9
Electrical Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Assembly 10
Attach Bowtie Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
To attach the bowtie elements: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Mounting 12
Using Included Mounting Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
To attach the included adapters to the Model 3142E: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using the Stinger to Mount to a Model 2175 MiniMast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Additional Mounting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7-TR and Mast Mounting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2X2 Boom Mounting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Typical Data 17
Typical Antenna Factor and Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Typical VSWR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Typical Half Power Beamwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Typical Radiation Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
30MHz-50MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
70MHz-90MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
100 MHz-200MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
300MHz-400MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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500MHz-600MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
700MHz-800MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
900MHz-1000MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2000MHz-3000MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4000MHz-5000MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6000MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Typical Cross Polarization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Note: Denotes helpful information intended to provide tips for better use of
the product.
CAUTION: Denotes a hazard. Failure to follow instructions could result in
minor personal injury and/or property damage. Included text gives proper
procedures.
WARNING: Denotes a hazard. Failure to follow instructions could result in
SEVERE personal injury and/or property damage. Included text gives proper
procedures.
*All notes, cautions, and warnings will be located on the left column area of the page.
See the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin for safety, regulatory, and other product marking
information

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Introduction
Model 3142E shown in horizontal polarization
The ETS-Lindgren Model 3142E BiConiLog™
Antenna is designed as a dual-purpose antenna
that can be used for both immunity and emission
testing. From 30 MHz to 6 GHz, the Model 3142E
exhibits an average 5.5 dB gain. Applications
for the Model 3142E include emissions testing,
immunity measurements, and medical equipment
testing.
The Model 3142E Antenna includes a stinger
mount; it also includes a mounting bracket and a
1/4–20 thread knob to attach to an ETS-Lindgren
tripod or tower adapter.
Model 3142E shown in vertical
polarization
For the variety of mounting options available for the Model 3142E, see Mounting.
WARRANTY
Only qualied personnel
should operate (or service)
this equipment. If you have
any questions concerning
maintenance, contact
ETS-Lindgren Technical
Support. Warranty may
be voided if housing is
opened.
ETS-Lindgren may
substitute a similar part
or new part number with
the same functionality for
another part/part number.
Contact ETS-Lindgren
for questions about part
numbers and ordering
parts.

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7-TR Tripod
ETS-Lindgren o󰀨ers the following non-metallic,
non-reective tripod for use at both indoor and
outdoor EMC test sites.
• 7-TR Tripod—Constructed of PVC and
berglass components, providing increased
stability for physically large antennas. The
unique design allows for quick assembly,
disassembly, and convenient storage. Allows
several di󰀨erent congurations, including
options for manual or pneumatic polarization.
Quick height adjustment and locking wheels
provide ease of use during testing. Maximum
height is 2.17 m (85.8 in), with a minimum
height of 0.8 m (31.8 in). This tripod can
support a 13.5 kg (30 lb) load.
ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin
See the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the
following:
• Safety, regulatory, and other product marking information
• Steps to receive your shipment
• Steps to return a component for service
• ETS-Lindgren calibration service
• ETS-Lindgren contact information
WARRANTY
Only qualied personnel
should operate (or service)
this equipment. If you have
any questions concerning
maintenance, contact
ETS-Lindgren Technical
Support. Warranty may
be voided if housing is
opened.
ETS-Lindgren may
substitute a similar part
or new part number with
the same functionality for
another part/part number.
Contact ETS-Lindgren
for questions about part
numbers and ordering
parts.

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Maintenance
Replacement and Optional Parts
The following are the part numbers for ordering replacement or optional parts for the
3142E.
Part Description Part Number
Polarizing Mounting Adapter 100989
Thread Insert 105861
Service Procedures
Contacting ETS-Lindgren
Please see www.ets-lindgren.com for a list of ETS-Lindgren o󰀩ces, including phone and
email contact information.
Sending a Component for Service
For the steps to return a system or system component to ETS-Lindgren for service, see
the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment.
Calibration Services and Annual Calibration
See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for information on
ETS-Lindgren calibration services.
WARRANTY
Only qualied personnel
should operate (or service)
this equipment. If you have
any questions concerning
maintenance, contact
ETS-Lindgren Technical
Support. Warranty may
be voided if housing is
opened.
ETS-Lindgren may
substitute a similar part
or new part number with
the same functionality for
another part/part number.
Contact ETS-Lindgren
for questions about part
numbers and ordering
parts.
Before performing any
maintenance, follow the
safety information in the
ETS-Lindgren Product
Information Bulletin
included with your
shipment.
Maintenance of the
Model 3142E is limited to
external components such
as cables or connectors.

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Specications
ElectricalSpecications
Frequency Range: 30 MHz–6 GHz
Input Impedance (Nominal): 50 Ω
VSWR (Average): 2:1 above 50 MHz
Maximum Continuous Power Continuous Peak
30 MHz-60 MHz: 500 W 800 W
60 MHz-600 MHz: 1 kW 1.5 kW
600 MHz-1 GHz: 500 W 800 W
1 GHz-6 GHz: 200 W 300 W
Peak Power: 1.3 kW
Pattern Type: Directional
Polarization: Linear
Connector: Type N female
PhysicalSpecications
Height (Overall): 76.2 cm (30 in)
Length: 139.16 cm (54.79 in)
Width: 133.75 cm (52.66 in)
Weight: 5.7 kg (12.5 lb)
WARRANTY
Only qualied personnel
should operate (or service)
this equipment. If you have
any questions concerning
maintenance, contact
ETS-Lindgren Technical
Support. Warranty may
be voided if housing is
opened.

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Assembly
The Model 3142E BiConiLog™ Antenna is comprised of the following parts:
• Antenna
• Bowtie elements (2)
• 10–32 thumbscrew knobs to attach bowtie elements (2)
• Mounting bracket and mounting knob
Attach Bowtie Elements
The Model 3142E ships with the bowtie elements detached.
Model 3142E Overall Assembly
WARRANTY
Only qualied personnel
should operate (or service)
this equipment. If you have
any questions concerning
maintenance, contact
ETS-Lindgren Technical
Support. Warranty may
be voided if housing is
opened.
ETS-Lindgren may
substitute a similar part
or new part number with
the same functionality for
another part/part number.
Contact ETS-Lindgren
for questions about part
numbers and ordering
parts.
Photos of bowtie elements
used in this section may
di󰀨er from the bowtie
elements for your Model
3142E; the assembly
procedure is the same for
both.
Before connecting any
components, follow the
safety information in the
ETS-Lindgren Product
Information Bulletin
included with your
shipment.