Infinition BR-29015 Ballistic Doppler Radar User Manual BR29015 NA
Infinition Inc Ballistic Doppler Radar BR29015 NA
Users Manual
BR-29015
User Manual
(North America)
Rev. 1
Important Safety Instructions
Carefully read all of the instructions provided and save them
for later use. Read all warnings and instructions marked on the
BR-29015.
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Do not place the BR-29015on an unstable stand or surface as
it may fall resulting in serious damage.
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The radar antenna should be handled with great care at all
time to avoid damaging the antenna radome. Radome damage
can result in serious performance degradation.
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The BR-29015 must be operated from a 115Vac 60Hz power
source. Ensure that the supply voltage available at the
installation site meets the input electrical characteristic of the
unit.
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The BR-29015 power cord is equipped with a three-prong
grounding plug that will only fit into a grounding type power
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug into the outlet, contact a qualified person to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not tamper with the grounding prong to
force fit into the outlet.
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Do not allow any objects to rest on the power cord or place the
BR-29015 where the power cord will be trampled on.
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If an extension cord is used with the BR-29015, make sure that
the total ampere ratings of the devices plugged into the
extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere
rating.
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Do NOT plug in, turn on or attempt to operate an obviously
damaged unit.
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! No operator serviceable parts inside the BR-29015 radar unit.
Please refer servicing to service qualified personnel.
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1. General
The BR-29015 radar can be used to measure the radial velocity of any moving object located in
the radar beam coverage. The output of the radar is an analog signal with a frequency and
amplitude proportional to the radial velocity and distance of the moving object.
2. Microwave Safety Warning
Based on limits specified by the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) on
Radio Frequency (RF) emissions in a general population environment,
continued exposure to radiation should be avoided within 10.5 meter in front of
the radar. Radiation levels outside this region fall within regulations of 1
mW/cm2 and are not considered safety hazards. When setting up the antenna,
special care should be taken to avoid situations where the antenna radiates
towards individuals. The antenna should be positioned such that bystanders are
located behind the antenna. During antenna setup, the antenna power cord
should be unplugged to avoid accidental hazardous exposures to radiations.
Always turn the antenna transmitter off during periods of inactivity. Direct
visual contact with the radar when transmitting should be avoided at all times.
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3. Specifications
Description Specification
Power Requirement 115Vac, 2.0A, 60Hz
Nominal Frequency 10.500 GHz
Nominal Transmitting Power 16.0 W – 1.0 W, selectable
Antenna Gain 29 dBi
Transmitter Stability ±5 ppm
Beamwidth 4° x 4°
Dimension (without yoke) 33” x 18” x 5.00”
Operating Temperature -20degC to 45degC
4. Installation
The BR-29015 is mounted on a yoke. The yoke provides the flexibility for radar alignment in
both azimuth and elevation.
5. Operation
The BR-29015 is powered on 115Vac 60Hz. A power cord is provided for connection in standard
power outlet. The radar is interfaced to a Doppler processor a single four-wire cable equipped
with military connectors. This cable is used to carry out the radar Doppler signal to the
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processing unit and the antenna transmission control. You should connect your radar cable from
this connector to the appropriate radar input on your processing unit.
The radar head has an override transmitter control switch that can be used to activate the
transmitter locally at the antenna.
In addition, the radar has a transmitter power control switch that can be used to select between
low or high output power levels. At the low setting, the transmitter output power is 1.0 Watt and
at the high setting, the output is 15.0 Watts.
The BR-29015 has three LED indicators, one green for the main power, one red for the
transmitter on/off status and one red for the transmitter output power selection (off for low and on
for high).
Also, the BR-29015 has a provision for connecting a 12 VDC (2 amperes maximum) warning
device. The warning device is automatically enabled when the radar transmitter is switched on.
This safety feature is useful to warn bystanders when the radar is radiating. The warning device is
not mandatory and is therefore not provided as a standard equipment with the radar. Depending
on the environment in which the radar is going to be used, it is the responsibility of the operator
to install such device to provide additional safety for the personnel.
6. Maintenance
The BR-29015 radar does not require much maintenance. Attention should however be paid to a
few points:
- Keep the connectors clean from dirt and moisture to avoid corrosion and bad connections.
- Now and then wipe the radar enclosure and antenna panels with a soft and wet cloth.
- The radar radiating elements are protected by a plastic radome. Special attention should be
paid when handling the radar antenna to avoid damaging the radome as it could result in
performance degradation.
The radar fuses are located inside the radar unit. To replace them, refer the radar system to
qualified personnel.
Warning: No operator serviceable parts inside the radar unit. Please refer
servicing to service qualified personnel
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7. Power Connector Specification
Connector type: Amphenol T3110-000
Pin Description
1 AC Neutral
2 115Vac, 1.0A, 60Hz
3 n/c
4 Protective ground
8. Antenna Connector Specification
Connector type: ITT CANNON MS3124E16-8P
Pin Description
A Not Connected
B Not Connected
C Not Connected
D Remote Make for Antenna Transmitter Control (+ 5 Vdc Output, 1.5kOhm
current limiting resistor)
E Make return
F Doppler Signal + (5 Vpp max.)
G Doppler Signal - (5 Vpp max.)
H Ground
The processor does the remote activation of the transmitter by short circuiting pins D and E.
9. Antenna Warning Device Connector Specification
Connector type: ITT CANNON MS3124E12-3S
Pin Description
A 12 Vdc, 2 amperes maximum (fuse protected)
B Not Connected
C Ground
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10. Antenna Optional I/O Connector Specification
Connector type: ITT CANNON MS3124E10-6SW
Pin Description
A Not Connected
B Not Connected
C Not Connected
D Not Connected
E Not Connected
F Not Connected
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