ICOM AH-41 Active Satellite Antenna System Instructions

ICOM AH-41 Active Satellite Antenna

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

fire or electric shock.

Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or performance of any Icom or non-Icom equipment, if the malfunction is because of:

•  Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fi res, earthquakes, storms, fl oods, lightning, other natural disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive contamination.
•  The use of Icom antennas with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.

Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries.

PRECAUTIONS

•  WARNING HIGH RF VOLTAGE! NEVER touch an antenna or antenna connector while transmitting. This could cause an electrical shock or burn.
• WARNING HIGH RF VOLTAGE! NEVER install the antenna at any place that person easily touch the antenna while transmitting. This could cause an electrical shock or burn.
•  WARNING! NEVER disassemble, modify or repair the antenna. This may result in an electrical shock, cause a fi re or damage the antenna.
•  WARNING! NEVER touch the antenna with wet hands. This may result in an electrical shock or damage the antenna.
• CAUTION: DO NOT put the antenna in any unstable place, such as on a slanted surface or a place that vibrates. This may cause an injury and/or damage the antenna.
• CAUTION: DO NOT use the antenna in strong magnetic fi elds or in an area with high static electricity. This could damage the antenna.
• CAUTION: DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol to clean the antenna, as they can damage the antenna’s surfaces. If the antenna becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a dry, soft cloth.
• CAUTION: The antenna meets IP67 requirements for dust-tight and waterproof protection. However, once the antenna has been dropped, dust-tight and waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the antenna’s case or the waterproof seal.
• NOTE: When the antenna is not in use, disconnect the Power adapter from an AC outlet. The Power adapter consumes power when connected to the AC outlet.
• DO NOT place or leave the antenna in excessively dusty environments.

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classifi ed as “Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of thehazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment.

1.  The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed –3 dBi.
2.  The antenna is required to be located and kept at a distance of 20 centimeters (7.9 inches) or more between the transmitting antenna of this device and any persons during operation.
3. Transmit only when people are at least the recommended minimum distance of 20 centimeters (7.9 inches) away from the properly installed antenna. This separation distance will ensure that there is sufficient distance from an antenna to satisfy the RF exposure requirements in the applicable RF exposure compliance standards

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.

FCC INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit diff erent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION : Changes or modifi cations to this device, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. his device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. his device must accept any interference received, Including interference that may cause undesired operation.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

INSTALLATION

Connection
Connect the antenna, power box, power adapter, and satellite transceiver, as shown below.

WARNING : About the coaxial cable an optional OPC-2462 (59 m, 193.5 feet), or the cable with attenuation of 12.5 dB ~ 13.0 dB.

DO NOT use other cables. It may deteriorate a communication quality or damage the device.

About the antenna position
Install the antenna in a place with a clear view of the sky. Make sure that there are no obstacles, such as buildings or trees, at higher than about 8 degrees around the antenna.

Attaching the coaxial cable to the antenna
Wrap the antenna connector with the supplied Rubber vulcanizing tape to prevent water seepage. Wrap electrical tape over the rubber vulcanizing tape to secure waterproofing.

TIP : To firmly attach the coaxial cable, remove the TX antenna as shown below. Re-attach the TX antenna after attaching the cable.

Installing the antenna
Install the antenna on a 40 ~ 60 mm (1.5 ~ 2.4 inch) diameter pole using the supplied accessories, as shown below.

•  Install the antenna in a place with a clear view of the sky.
•  Install in a place where direct lightning protection is provided, such as a lightning rod.
•  Confi rm no other antennas are placed within 10 m (32 feet).

Installation example:

Installing the Power box
Install the supplied Power box on a wall, as shown below.

1. Attach the supplied metal brackets to the back of the Power box.
2. Mount the Power box on a wall.

Attaching cables to the Power box
Wrap the Power box’s connectors with the supplied Rubber vulcanizing tape as shown to the right, to protect from dust and moisture.

WARNING! NEVER connect the Power adapter until complete all of the connection to prevent electric shock or circuit short during connection work. When the power adapter is connected, the voltage of DC 28.5V is output from the N-J antenna connector.

SPECIFICATIONS

Antenna

•  Frequency range:/1616.02 ~ 1626.48 MHz
•  Antenna impedance:/1575.42 ~ 1605.40MHz (GNSS L1 band)
•  Operating temperature range:/50 Ω nominal
•  Current drain (approximate):/–25˚C ~ +55˚C, –13˚F ~ +131˚F
•  Dimensions (Projections not included): /2.5 A or less (at relay, with the supplied power adapter)
•  Weight (approximate):/0.8 A or less (standby with the supplied power adapter)
• Connector:/310 (W) × 326 (H) × 89 (D) mm, 12.2 (W) × 12.8 (H) × 3.5 (D) inches
•  Rated output power:/1.6 kg, 3.1 lb
•  Spurious emissions://N-J
•  Total gain:/17 dB ±1.5 dB (at –80 dBm input)
•  Noise figure/3 dB or less.

Power box

•  Power supply requirement:/15 V DC ± 5% (Using the supplied power adapter)
•  Output voltage:/28.5 V DC ± 5% (Without load)
•  Connector:/BNC-J, N-J
•  Operating temperature range:/–25˚C ~ +55˚C, –13˚F ~ +131˚F
•  Dimensions (Projections not included):/100 (W) × 70 (H) × 40 (D) mm, 3.9 (W) × 2.8 (H) × 1.6 (D) inches
•  Weight (approximate):/330 g, 11.6 oz

DIMENSIONS

OPTIONS

•  BC-228 AC ADAPTER
•  OPC-2462 COAXIAL CABLE Cable length: 59 m (193.5 feet).

DISPOSAL
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