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RT-1000 VHF Radio Direction Finder (VDF) System

Model RT-1000 (Rohde & Schwarz PA030)

VHF direction finder for ATC and VTS covering air and marine bands, compliant with ICAO and DFS requirements; over 150 systems in use.

Description

The RT-1000 VDF system is designed for ATC and VTS applications and complies with ICAO and DFS (Deutsche Flugsicherung) requirements. It is also known under the Rohde & Schwarz designation PA030, with more than 150 systems in use worldwide.

Key features

  • Air band 118.000-136.975 MHz and marine band 156.000-174.000 MHz
  • System accuracy ±2° (±1°) RMS; sensitivity 3 μV/m typical
  • Compact antenna located independently of the controller workstation
  • Modular construction with RS-232 interface
  • Options: second simultaneous DF channel, bearing precision improvement, antenna mast with turntable, DF Commander software, multi-channel systems

Applications

Vessel traffic services and air traffic control.

Specifications

Frequency rangeair band 118.000-136.975 MHz; marine band 156.000-174.000 MHz
System accuracy±2° (±1°) RMS
Sensitivity3 μV/m typical

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