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SMC was established in 1958 and initially specialised in antenna support masts, towers and HF antennas. SMC is now recognised globally as a specialist communications company.

Over the last 50 years the SMC product range has grown to include pneumatic telescopic masts, aluminium lattice masts, high-level photography solutions, Mil’ specification antenna positioners and two way radio products including GPS, AVLS and data transfer.

SMC are able to advise, design, supply and install mobile communications systems, from simple to more complex and integrated networks.

Standards At SMCOur commitment to quality has always taken priority and much of the success can be attributed to this policy being implemented in every aspect of our business. In-house technical, research, development and test facilities are manned by a team of experienced engineers continually advancing our product ranges to meet the rapidly advancing market requirements.

We transform customer concepts into reality and are heavily involved in changing the face of the industry.

The same pursuit of quality is found in every aspect of the business from manufacturing and quality control through to administration, delivery and after sales service.

SMC has ISO 9001 International Quality Assured status and products conform to relevant international standards including applicable MIL STD 810E tests as required by the defence industry.

Across The WorldSMC operating throughout the world markets including the Americas, Africa, the Middle and Far East, the Pacific Rim, Europe and developing countries. Our customers include those in the following sectors: Military, Security, Aid agencies, Petro-chemical, Exploration, Marine and Broadcasting.

Customer RelationsSMC is a well-established name in the industry and we still believe in personal service. Every care is taken to advise customers on the most suitable system or product for their particular requirements. Bespoke systems can be tailor made to suit individual needs, however large or small the order may be.

Our FutureThe very nature of communications and its rapidly advancing technology dictates the same commitment SMC has to quality as it does to substantial investment in the future of the industry. The customer, however, will remain at the forefront of our business and continue to shape the course of communications development within SMC and the industry.

SMC - Many Years Experience

Contents

Pages 4 - 17• NVIS Models• VHF Antennas• HF Antennas• Transportable• MF Antennas

Pages 20 - 53• Telescope Masts• Mast Accessories• Push Up Masts

Antenna Systems

Masts

Pages 54 - 73• HF Radio• Hytera Products• Motorola Mototrbo Radios• Repeater/Base Stations• Radio Accessories• SMC Gateway

Radio Systems

Pages 74 - 91• Matching Transformers• Combiners• Multicouplers• Directional Couplers

Baluns & Transformers

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PageNameMobile NVIS Loop Antenna 4

Fixed NVIS Loop Antenna 5

VHR VHF Half Rhombic Antenna 6-7

Rhombic Antenna 8

Trapped Dipole Antenna 8

Fan Dipole Antenna 9

Full Wave Cage Dipole 9

TFD Series of Wideband HF Dipoles (Up to 1KW 2.5-30MHz)

9-10

HF Dipoles Centre Fed Dipole Antenna 10

Portable Dipole Antenna LW Series 11

“Whiskey” - Broadband NVIS Antenna 12

“WOLF” Broadband NVIS Antenna 13

Transportable Wide Band Antenna 14

‘25W Wolf’ Manpack 15

Transportable Delta Loop Antenna 16

WMPC & WMPL Whip Antenna 16

MF Tee Antenna 17

Radiating Mast 17

Mounting Brackets 18

Pan & Tilt Positioner 19

Mobile Pan & Tilt System 19

Standard Mast Quick Reference Chart 20-21

Masts - Installation Dimensions 22-23

SWIFT Mast 24-27

Composite Belt Driven Mast (Storm Mast) 28

Pneumatic Telescopic Hilomast Masts - NH, NK, NL, NX, NY Series

29-32

HD Range (Heavy Duty Mast) - Pneumatic Telescopic Hilomast

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The Pneumatic Telescopic Hilomast - BR Mast Series

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Pneumatic Telescopic Hilomast Masts - FM Series

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Mast Specials 34

Internal Cable Mast 35

Hilolite Roof Mounted Mast 35

Wireless Proximity Detector 36

Wired Proximity Warning System 37

Magnetic Safety Switch 37

NHKL-3LT Tripod System 38

Heading Reese Hitch Mount 39

Trolley Tripod 39

NC1 Compressor 40

NC2 Compressor 40

NC3 Compressor 40

Remote Control Options - RC1 41

Remote Control Options - RC2 41

SMC Trailer Mounted Pneumatic Mast - up to 12m

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WTM Trailer 41

Side Mounting Bracket 42

Vehicle Roof Installation Kit 42

Climbing Steps 42

Rotation Handles 42

Foot Pump 43

Hand Pump 43

Rapid Deployment Unit 43

Upright Stand 43

Mast Covers 44

Cable Guides 44

Tripod Stand 44

Field Stand 45

Top Guy Assembly 45

Base Guy Assembly 45

Grounding 45

Adapters & Spigots 45

WTM Winch Operated Mast 46

Manpack Portable Masts GRP and Aluminium

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PFG (Portable Fibre-Glass Mast) 47

Aluminium Masts PA2 Series 48-49

Mast Installations 50-51

GRP Push-up Telescopic Mast 52

TPM Push-up Telescopic Mast 52-53

PFC - Portable Push-Up Fibreglass Composite Mast

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Codan Envoy HF Transceiver 52

Codan NGT System 54

HF Transceiver IC-78 55

HF Transceiver IC-F7000 56

HF Transceiver IC-F8101 57

Automatic Tuning Antennas - AH-760 (Wide frequency) & AH-740 (Compact)

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HF Transceiver Packages 59

Hytera Digital and Analogue Radio Products

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Hytera TETRA Equipment and Systems 59

SL4000/SL4010 Portable Two-Way Radio 60

DP2400/DP2600 Portable Two-Way Radios 61

DM4400/DM4401 Mobile Two-way Radio 62

DM4600/DM4601 Mobile Two-way Radio 62

DM 3401/3400 Series Mobile Two-Way Radio

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MTR3000 Base Station/Repeater 63

DR 3000 Repeater 63

Eclipse Repeater/Base Station 64

Transportable Repeater 65

FP1 Power Supply 65

Analogue/DMR to TETRA Crosslink 66

Lone Worker 67

Alarm Handler 68

Teleconnect/Livetrack from SMC 69

Advanced Application Builder from SMC 70

Service & Repair 70

Radio Systems 71

Radio Systems Projects 72-73

TA Series - HF Antenna Matching Transformers

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HF Series Fixed Station Balun Transformers 75-81

High Power Broadcast Antenna Matching Transformer

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Hybrid Combiner Range 83-85

Multicoupler Range 85-86

HFM2-2A - HF Diplexer 87

HFC1-30 = 1kW HF Directional Coupler 88



VDC 50/600 Ohm Low Power Wide Band Measuring Transformers

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3 and 5 Port Low Signal Hybrid Splitters 91

RL 100-5 - 50 Ohm 10kW Resistive Load 91

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NVIS Models

Traditional vertical ‘whip’ antennas fitted to vehicles for high-frequency communication suffer from a ‘skip zone’, where little or no communication is obtainable in a given area.

The SMC Mobile HF Loop Antenna, developed for NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave) communication across 3-15MHz, overcomes these limitations by having high radiation efficiency and no skip zone whatsoever.

Capable of automatically tuning across its frequency range in less than a 50th of a second, it is compatible with virtually any HF transceiver including frequency hopping types without the need for a separate control.

Based on the tried and tested SMC mobile NVIS loop which is in use by organisations throughout the world, this latest version incorporates a significant upgrade to ruggedized thick-walled tubing for performance and durability.Other versions are available for:

• Vehicle roof-bar fitment with a ‘fold-down’ facility• Side mounting on the vehicle.

The standard loop roof bar attachment is designed for roof bars 32mm x 22mm in cross section. However attachments can be manufactured to suit your individual requirement.

Specs InformationTX Power Input Range 1.5-200 Watts PEP

Continuous TX CW/Data Power 80W

Number of operating channels Unlimited

Non-Volatile Channel Memory Addresses

170 (165 TX, 5 RX)

Input Impedance Range 50 ohms

VSWR Typically less than 2:1 when tuned, (3:1 max)

DC Operating Range +10.0V to 18.5V DC, (+13.8 V DC nominal) 24V DC nominal also available on request

DC Current 230 mA average

Initial tuning response time (initial memory setting only)

2 - 20 sec per channel

Recurrent tuning response time (on-air use inc. freq hopping)

Typically less than 10 ms per channel

Operational Temperature -35° to +70°C

Coaxial Cable RG58 5m in length

Power Cable 2 Core screened, 5m in length

Mobile NVIS Loop Antenna

In receive mode, for non-scanning/frequency hopping modes the antenna is factory-set to automatically store its tuning settings for the last tuned transmit frequency for greater receive efficiency. However, if pre-defined by the user upon ordering it may alternatively be factory-set for the loop to operate ‘un-tuned’ in receive mode to allow wide-band reception for scanning modes such as ALE (Automatic Link Establishment) reception.

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Fixed NVIS Loop Antenna

Operating both NVIS and long distance sky wave.

As well as the compact mobile HF loop, two versions of fixed station loop antennas are also available, which operate on both NVIS and long distance sky-wave propagation modes across 3-30MHz.

The two versions are a wire element loop with 3m sides, and a solid element loop with 2.5m sides, each offering similar high efficiency. These are ideal for use where space is limited, and rival the performance of much larger wideband HF wire antennas.

Specs InformationTX Power Input Range 1.5-200 Watts PEP (3-500w PEP version

also available)

Continuous TX CW/Data Power 80W (200w for 500w PEP version)

Number of operating channels Unlimited

Non-Volatile Channel Memory Addresses

170 (165 TX, 5 RX)

Input Impedance Range 50 ohms

VSWR Typically less than 2:1 when tuned, (3:1 max)

DC Operating Range +10.0V to 18.5V DC, (+13.8 V DC nominal) 24V DC nominal also available on request

DC Current 900 mA average

Initial tuning response time (initial memory setting only)

2 - 20 sec per channel

Recurrent tuning response time (on-air use inc. freq hopping)

Typically less than 10 ms per channel

Operational Temperature -35° to +70°C

Control Cable Standard 50 ohn coaxial cable plus DC feed 3m in length

Like the mobile loop, the fixed station loop is capable of automatically tuning across its frequency range in less than a 50th of a second, it is compatible with virtually any HF transceiver including frequency hopping types without the need for a separate control.

In receive mode, for non-scanning/frequency hopping modes the antenna is factory-set to automatically store its tuning settings for the last tuned transmit frequency for greater receive efficiency. However, if pre-defined by the user upon ordering it may alternatively be factory-set for the loop to operate ‘un-tuned’ in receive mode to allow wide-band reception for scanning modes such as ALE (Automatic Link Establishment) reception.

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VHF Antennas

VHR VHF Half Rhombic Antenna

The SMC/VHR VHF Half Rhombic (VHR) antenna is a unidirectional antenna designed for operation across 30-88MHz.

Specifications:• Frequency Range; 30-88MHz• Transmit Power Handling; 50W• Antenna element; PVC covered Kevlar braid with plaited copper wire, green outer

sleeving• Polarisation; Vertical• Directivity; Unidirectional• Optimum Apex height; 7m (23ft)• VSWR; 3:1 or better• Antenna coax connector; BNC with optional BNC to N Type adapter (other

connectors also available)• Overall ground length; 50m (164ft)• Supplied with 15m (50ft) RG58 coax feed to transmitter in a ruggedized kit bag.

Optional Equipment:• MPFG7; 7m (23ft) fibreglass sectional mast including guys, guy stakes, club

hammer for stakes, all supplied in a kit bag

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It is highly efficient, needing no adjustments nor using any power-dissipating loads, and is designed to provide greater communication range. The antenna is lightweight, and can be erected and disassembled within minutes. The system is supplied in a transportable kit bag, together with all installation items including antenna adapter for use with either BNC or N type radio antenna connectors. A low VSWR throughout the operational frequency range ensures no antenna tuner is required.

Typical azimuth radiation pattern

Typical VSWR Response

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Rhombic Antenna

The rhombic antenna is a highly directional array ideally suited to medium to long haul circuits. Radiation angles vary with the design and ground coefficient but for average ground and a height of approximately a half wavelength, the radiation angle is 35° changing to 15° at 4 fo (Four times the optimum frequency). The main design parameters, ie height above ground, leg length and angle between legs, govern the gain of the antenna for a specific frequency.

The simple one wire system has a bandwidth of approximately 2:1, however SMC have wide experience in the design of this type of antenna and are able to offer arrays with 1, 2 or 3 wires per leg to give a bandwidth of up to 4:1 and, by careful design, gains of 22 dBi are possible.

Rhombic antennas are supplied for powers up to 20kW complete with feeders, terminating resistors or dissipating lines and insulators for mounting on customers’ own masts. Alternatively SMC can supply complete systems designed to customers’ requirements with hot dipped galvanised steel tubular or lattice masts or aluminium lattice masts. SMC supply masts painted to ICAO standards complete with lighting kits if required. Baluns are also available for matching to 50 ohm or 75 ohm coaxial feeders or 600 ohm transmission line.

Specs InformationGain Up to 22 dBi

VSWR Better than 2 : 1

Impedance 600 ohm (Baluns available for 50 or 75 ohm coaxial feeders)

Polarisation Horizontal

Power Rating Up to 20kW

Wind Speed Rating Up to 120rnph (190kph)

Construction Hard drawn cadmium copper strand, porcelain insulators and acetate spacer insulators for downleads. Baluns and antenna loads, either ground or antenna mounted, dependent upon power rating

Trapped Dipole Antenna

The SMC Trapped Wire Dipole Antenna is a compact and simply operated multi-frequency antenna, designed to provide up to 6 spot frequencies, (dependent upon channel spacing) with bi- or omnidirectional coverage in the HF band. The antenna may be used as shown, with two support units (preferred method) or more economically using a single support structure.

The construction reflects SMC’s policy of ensuring long trouble free use, utilising only best quality components. Each antenna is supplied complete with 30m of low loss coaxial feeder incorporating a strain relief arrangement, and fitted with one PL259 UHF connector. The Dipole Centre Junction is formed by a balun unit to ensure matching is achieved.

The elements are constructed of hard drawn copper magnesium multi-strand for durability and high resistance to corrosion.

Technical SpecsSpecs InformationFrequency Range 2-30 MHz 2 to 6 spot frequencies (depends on

frequency spacing).

VSWR Normally better than 1.5 : 1


Power Rating Normally up to 250W (up to lkW).

Azimuth Radiation Depends on frequency and height of antenna.

Input Impedance 50 ohm

Mechanical SpecsSpecs InformationAntenna elements 7/0.914mm (7/036") or 7/1.118mm (7/044")

hard drawn copper strand

Insulators Carbon loaded ultra violet resistant polypropelene

Coaxial cable Centre balun unit with built-in halyard eye and cable suspension unit.

Junction Encapsulated in high grade epoxy resin

Metalwork Stainless steel or plated brass

Coaxial cable Normally 30m UR67 low loss

SMC reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice.

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Technical SpecsSpecs InformationFrequency Range 2-30 MHz 2 to 6 spot frequencies (depends on

frequency spacing).

VSWR Normally better than 1.5 : 1


Power Rating Normally up to 250W (up to lkW).


Input Impedance 50 ohm

Fan Dipole Antenna

The SMC multifrequency antennas are designed to give a low cost compact antenna for short to medium range omnidirectional or bidirectional coverage on up to four spot frequencies in the HF band.

The SMC/MCFD/N is designed for installations where two masts can be used, while the SMC/CFD/N is a more economical version using only one mast. Both antennas use the TA Series Balun coaxial cable junction unit which has a built-in suspension point for the coaxial downlead, so ensuring that the weight of the cable is not taken by the termination. The antennas are designed for fixed or temporary location, and are constructed of high quality components. The elements are of multistrand hard drawn copper magnesium fitted with line taps and end insulators.

Several versions are available with the number of elements normally equal to the number of spot frequencies required. Some coupling between elements will occur, which affects the VSWR, so final adjustment can be made on site quite simply by adjusting the line taps on the ends of each element. For this reason the elements are supplied cut over-length.

All installations are delivered complete with halyard strops, D shackles, insulators, and the TA Series Balun junction unit which can have UHF type N or any other termination to order. Coaxial cable to customers’ requirements complete with connectors. Masts for light or heavy duty, lighting kits to ICAO standards and mast erection equipment are all available. Where antennas are to be used in extreme environments we would recommend the SMC galvanised tubular or lattice steel masts. Details of these can be obtained on application from the Antenna Systems department of SMC.

Technical SpecsSpecs InformationFrequency Range 2-30 MHz (2, 3 or 4 spot frequencies (as a

long wire antenna).

VSWR Normally better than 2:1


Power Rating Up to 1kW


Input Impedance 50-75 ohm depending on design height.

Mechanical SpecsSpecs InformationAntenna elements 7/0.914mm (7/036") or 7/1.118mm (7/044")

hard drawn copper strand

Insulators Carbon loaded ultra violet resistant polypropelene

Metalwork Stainless steel or plated brass

Full Wave Cage Dipole

The SMC 8 wire full wave cage dipole antenna exploits the principles of a large diameter radiating element giving a broader band width, in the order of 2:1 for transmission, and 2.5:1 for receiving purposes. Having a high characteristic impedance of 600 ohms the antenna may be fed using 600 ohm open wire line, or coaxially using the appropriate Balun transformer.

FULL WAVE CAGE QUADRANTThe full wave quadrant is essentially a full wave cage dipole bent at the centre to 90’, as a result producing a very good omnidirectional radiating pattern in the horizontal plane. The vertical pattern, bandwidth and power rating remain unaffected. Quadrant antennas can be installed in groups on a four mast arrangement, giving better bandwidth (using up to four antennas).

Specs InformationDesign length Dependent upon design frequency

Bandwidth 1.5 - 2.5 : 1 of designed frequency

Design frequencies available

2.5-30MHz (1 Octave)

Input impedance 600 ohm

VSWR Better than 2 : 1

Power rating Up to 10kW

TFD Series of Wideband HF Dipoles (Up to 1kW 2.5-30MHz)

The TFD series of simple wide band folded dipoles has been developed for a wide range of applications and situations. Based around the TFDBB 250 Watt antenna the series includes higher power, economy and banded versions. The economy and banded versions are for where space is at a premium.

Designed for use with modern VSWR sensitive transceivers, the TFD series features excellent VSWR across the operational frequency range and rapidly increasing efficiency from 5 MHz upwards.

• Bandwidth 2.5-30MHz• Power handling up to 1kW• Simple to install• Heavy duty and lightweight / economy versions available• Wide range of accessories

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HF Dipole Centre Fed Dipole Antenna

SMC are specialist manufacturers of a wide range of HF communications antennas. Our world wide experience of antenna

requirements enables us to offer the most suitable antenna for customer installation together with a prompt delivery service. All our antennas are made from high quality purpose designed components suitable for the most extreme environments. These antennas can be supplied ready made for specific frequencies or cut over length and supplied with line taps and frequency charts for simple on site adjustment.

These antennas are most suited for short to medium range working. When suspended about a quarter wave above ground level radiation is predominantly upwards, giving some omnidirectional coverage using skywaves. As the height above ground level is increased to a half wave, the radiation pattern tends to a figure of eight.

Technical SpecsSpecs InformationBandwidth: +/- 2% of centre frequency

VSWR Better than 1.5 : 1

Power: Up to 2kW

Impedance: 50 ohms

Polarisation: Horizontal

Mechanical SpecsSpecs InformationAntenna Elements 7/0.44" (7/1.118rnm) or 7/0.36" (7/0.914mm) hard

drawn copper magnesium strand.

Insulators Carbon loaded polypropelene.

Spreaders Antenna spreaders used on FDA/1 are fibre-glass. Feed Iine spreaders are porcelain or fibreglass as appropriate.

Baluns SMC can supply a wide range of matching balun transformers for all combinations of input impedances and powers.

HF Antennas

Model Number FrequencyRange MHz

Power Rating(PEP)

OverallLength

CableAssembly Included

Nett Weightkg (Approx)

TFDBB 2.5 - 30 250W 30m Y 12TFDBB / 400 2.5 - 30 400W 30m Y 15TFDBB / 1K 2.5 - 30 1 kW 30m Y 24TFDBB/LC 2.5 - 30 250W 30m N 6TFDBBE 2.5 - 30 250W 28.5m N 5TFD / RTX-05BB/A 5.5 - 30 250W 18.5m Y 12/B 7.5 - 30 250W 13.5m Y 12/C 10 - 30 250W 10m Y 12TFD / RTX-05BBE/A 5.5 - 30 250W 18.5m N 6/B 7.5 - 30 250W 13.5m N 6/C 10 - 30 250W 10m N 6

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Portable Dipole Antenna LW Series

The SMC LW8 series of HF portable antennas have proved to be rugged in the field of operation and yet can be used in most situations with a high degree of success. These qualities have ensured its success in a wide range of military applications from the Antarctic to the Tropics. Since its original design SMC have endeavoured to improve the basic unit taking advantage of the wide range of improved materials now available.

SMC have a range of purpose designed masts for use with this antenna. Details are available on request.Variations on the standard design are manufactured to meet specific customer requirements. NATO codified versions are available.

Technical SpecsSpecs InformationFrequency range 3 - 30 MHz or 2 - 30 MHz with ATU as a long

wire antenna

Power rating Rx - 500W average


VSWR 2:1 maximum at 50 ohms

Input impedance 50 - 75 ohms

Input connector BNC or UHF to order

Mechanical Specs (Antenna Elements)Specs InformationLW8 / A PVC covered terylene interwoven with plaited copper

braid

LW8 / K PVC covered kevlar braid with plaited copper wire

Centre junction Type SMC CCJ/2 carbon loaded ultra-violet resistant moulding

Metal fittings Stainless steel or brass

Kit bag Optional, available in a wide range of colours and sizes.

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The Whiskey, or “W” antenna is designed as a local, regional to continental (0-4000km) coverage antenna intended for High Frequency Communications. It is an 0mni-directional horizontally polarized system. Typical use is for disaster and rapid deployment scenarios. Its strong NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave) capabilities allow for communications over mountainous/jungle terrain and its full 2-30 Mhz spectrum broadband coverage makes it an excellent antenna for ALE operations without the need for a tuner/coupler. Radial ground plane or grounding is not required making the antenna ideal for ground/rooftop installations and mobile “on the move” field use. The “Whiskey” antenna can be purchased in transportable or permanent models.

Features:Frequency 2-30 Mhz BroadbandPower (5kw Avail.) 1kw CW 4kw PEPImpedance 50 OhmsPolarization HorizontalVSWR 1.8: 1 MaxPattern Omni-DirectionalWeight 19.5kg

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3D Max GainSlice Max GainBeamwidthSidelobe GainFront/Sidelobe


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Features:

Frequency 2-30 MHz Broadband

Power: Options permodel purchased

50W – 500W Data50W – 500W PEP

Impedance 50 Ohms

Polarization Horizontal

VSWR 1.5 to 1 Maximum

Pattern Omni-Directional

Weight 2 kg

“WOLF” BroadBand Folded Dipole Antenna

Flat Top NVIS ¼ Wavelength above Ground. Approx. 12ft @ 7MHz

Inverted “V” for NVIS and Medium to Long Range

Sloping “V” for Low Angle and directional ranges

A range of masts are available on request

“WOLF” Broadband NVIS Antenna

The complete Wolf system with optional Push Up Mast can be erected in less than 10 minutes!

The Wolf Terminated Folded Dipole Antenna is designed as a regional coverage antenna, intended for near and mid-range HF communications in environmental disasters and military tactical scenarios. The antenna can be configured as a Flat Top NVIS Antenna, Inverted “V” for medium to long ranges, or a Sloping Directional Antenna. Its strong NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave) capabilities allow for communications over mountainous and jungle environments. Its full 2-30 MHz spectrum broadband coverage makes it an excellent antenna for ALE operations. Reduce system costs without the need for a tuner/coupler. No radial ground plane or grounding is required, making the antenna ideal for rooftop or on the fly installations.

The “Wolf” Antenna can be purchased in tactical or permanent models.

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Transportable Wide Band Antenna

The SMC TWB2530 is a completely integral HF transportable antenna system. Supplied with its own fibre glass support mast it requires no natural objects for support purposes. The complete system is packed in a roll-up kit bag for transportation, and can be erected and ‘on air’ in as little as 15 minutes. All components are drab olive or matt black. The system is constructed of very lightweight/high strength materials including kevlar and nylon. NATO codified versions available.

Technical SpecsSpecs InformationFrequency range 2.5 to 30MHz

Power ratings Receive, 400W, I kW

VSWR Typically 2.5:1 or better

Impedance 50ohms unbalanced


Gain Up to 3dbi

Input connector N or UHF

Feeder cable 20m URM67

Mechanical SpecsSpecs InformationMast 11 MTS epoxy bonded GRP 50mm OD with prestretched

4-way polyester guy systemPacked weights and sizes 200 x 30 x 70cm, 36kg (6'7" x 1' x 2' 3" ½", 791b)

Site requirements (inc. masts) 47m x 22m max (154'x 72'max)

Deployment time 30 minutes max

Antenna elements PVC covered kevlar braid, drab olive

Loads GRP housing, fully strain relieved

Balun transformer Fully encapsulated non hygroscopic with NATO style spigot

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Features:

Frequency coverage 2-60MHz

Power rating 25W data and PEP


VSWR VSWR 1.5:1 typical, 3:1 maximum

Radiation Pattern Essentially omnidirectional at HF

Supplied Accessories Complete with RG-174 coax downlead, winding spools, transportable bag and ground stakes

Overall Antenna Length 25W Wolf 18.5m (60 ft approx), Wolf Pup; 9.25m (30ft approx)

Wolf Pup Typical VSWR

Wolf and Wolf Pup combined balun and load

‘25W Wolf’ and ‘Wolf Pup’ Transportable HF Antennas

Based on the higher power ‘Wolf’ antenna which is currently in worldwide use, the 25W Wolf and ‘Wolf Pup’ antennas have been designed for use where light weight and rapid deployment are needed, along with an extended frequency range up to 60MHz, typically for battery powered transportable and man-pack HF/VHF radio transceivers.

The ‘25W Wolf’ Folded Dipole antenna is designed as a regional coverage antenna intended for near and mid-range HF communications in environmental disasters and similar scenarios. It offers a rapid deployment time for use when a fast communication set-up is essential.

Two versions are available, each having the same frequency range and power rating specification. The ‘Wolf Pup’ is only half the length of the ‘25W Wolf’ and is ideal for use where deployment area is at a premium. A compact combined and fully encapsulated balun and load is used for light weight and rapid deployment in both versions, and Kevlar strengthened antenna elements are used for durability.

This antenna can be configured as a Flat Top NVIS antenna, Inverted ‘V’ for medium to long ranges, or a sloping directional antenna.

Its strong NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Sky wave) capabilities allow for communications over mountainous terrain or in jungle environments, and its broadband coverage makes it an excellent antenna for ALE (Automatic Link Establishment) operations without the need for a tuner/coupler thus reducing system costs and overall weight.

No radial ground plane or grounding is required, making the antenna ideal for rooftop installations.

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Transportable Delta Loop Antenna

The TDL System (TDLS) is a versatile multi-mode transportable antenna system.

Using multi-functional components, the TDLS consists of 2 dipole antennas, covering 2-12 and 12-30MHz. The elements of these can be arranged as a directional wide band loop antenna, giving up to 7dbi forward gain. The system is supplied complete with all the necessary low loss feed cable, balun transformers, and ground anchors.

It is usual for the antenna to be erected on a tree, or suitable natural object, and, to assist mounting, SMC has a full range of complimentary support masts for use with the system. All components are either drab olive or matt black and the complete system packs into a single kit bag.

Technical SpecsSpecs InformationFrequency range 3-30MHz (up to 60MHz with degraded polar diagram)

Power rating Rx-lkW PEP

VSWR 2.0:1 Average

Impedance 50ohms unbalanced

Dipole Polarisation Horizontal

Delta Polarisation Mainly horizontal with vertical components

Gain Up to 7dbi (Delta) at 12MHz

Input connector N

Feeder cable Low loss URM67, fitted strain relief

Mechanical SpecsSpecs InformationPacked weights and sizes

55 x 55 x 10cm, 32kg (1'1 0 " x 1'1 0 " x 4 ", 701b) (Ikw version)

Site requirement Dependent on configuration

Deployment time 5-15 minutes

Antenna elements PVC covered Kevlar TCW braid, drab olive

Load Cast aluminium housing

Balun transformers GRP housing, aluminium spinnings, drab olive

Fittings Stainless steel, all blackedised

WMPC Whip Antenna

SMC has designed and manufactured the glass reinforced polyester rod based WMPC antennas to be used in multifrequency mobile environments. Supplied with a heavy duty stainless steel shock spring and adjustable swivel base, the antenna can be mounted at any angle on the vehicle body.

Used in conjunction with a high quality automatic tuner unit the WMPC between 3.5 and 30MHz.

Antenna Systems

Antenna Systems


MF Antennas

MF Tee AntennaDesigned for the MF bands, the MF “T” antenna has omnidirectional characteristics. The inverted “L” antenna is a special type of vertical radiator in which the upper element is bent over. This enables a reasonable length of wire to be used without the need for using high masts. The direction of the electric field is no longer completely vertical but it has a strong horizontal pattern. The “T” antenna may be regarded as an inverted “L” type antenna in which the horizontal portion has been duplicated to increase the top capacitance to earth and keeps the vertical element further from the possible interference of the supporting masts. The length of antenna is not intended to be self resonant, it can be brought to resonance over the MF range using a suitable ATU. SMC manufacture 1, 2, 3 or 4 wire arrays to capacity requirements.

Specs InformationDesign Top length and number of top

conductors to be nominated

Polarisation Vertical

Power handling capabilities

Up to 10kW or according to design requirements

Radiating MastsSMC carry a stock range of components which enables a simple tubular steel or tubular aluminium mast to be converted to a radiating mast for the 200kHz to 28MHz MF and HF bands. (Spot frequency or tunable with appropriate antenna matching unit).Any of the masts described in our data sheets PA2 or TS series may be converted making a very versatile range of omni directional antennas from 6-30 metres in height, in 2”, 3” or 3 ½” diameters. For the lower frequencies (or where mast height is a consideration) a capacity hat arrangement may be included in the design for more efficient operation.The SMC PA2 series of portable aluminium masts are particularly suited to transportable, portable or permanent use with the appropriate fittings, and the TS series masts are normally for permanent Installation.

Tubular Steel SpecsSpecs InformationHeight 6 - 30 metres, 3" or 3½" diameter

Stays HT galvanised steel wire or to customers requirements, to 120' or 90' in plan

Stay insert insulators

Ceramic loop stay or egg type and number to design height and power rating

Base insulator

35/65kV wet/dry flashover fitted lighting spark gap arrestor, dependent upon power rating

Capacity hat

Normally included in stays or can be supplied separately in cadmium copper

Feed point Stainless steel

All other fittings

Galvanised steel

Capacity 450 - 1500 PFD dependant upon height and capacity hat design

Input impedance

2 - 10 ohm, 50 ohm for 1/4 wave height

General Specs

Specs Information

Frequency range

200kHz - 28MHz to design frequency or capacity

Bandwidth Normally tuneable by antenna matching unit

Polarisation Vertical

Radiator pattern H plane

Omni-directional

Input impedance

Normally in the range 2 - 10 ohm but 50 ohm for 1/4 wave height

Power handling

Up to 30kW

Aluminium SpecsSpecs InformationHeight 4 - 18 metres

Mast diameter 5Omm nominal

Stays Normally 6mm diameter, pre-stretched polyester or galvanised steel with insulator inserts for permanent sites. Also available in Parafil, Keviar or Philistran

Base insulator 15/30kV wet/dry flashover ceramic fitted lighting spark gap arrestor

Capacity hat

Included in top stay, hard drawn copper elementsbordered to mast sections

HF feed point Stainless steel

Capacity 120 - 420 PFD (Power Flux Density)

Input impedance 2 - 10 ohm, 50 ohm for 1¼ wave height

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Antenna Systems Accessories

SMC stock a selection of accessories for our antenna systems.

• Mounting brackets• Insulaters• Large stock of coaxial, RF twin Feeder and multi-core cables, including Heliax type low-loss coax and some less popular

75 Ohm cables, together with our extensive stock of plug types we can manufacture cable assemblies to your exact specifications.

SMC 53 Light Duty Boom/Mast Clamp 2” OD to 11/4” OD

SMC 65 2” OD to 1” OD. Mast to Boom Clamp

SMC CPI Cross Over Bracket 2” x 2” O.D. Tube

W6 Wall Bracket 6” OA Stand Off 11/4 - 11/2” OD Tube

SMC P2 C/L Polypropylene SWC 45kgs 2/5 kv 3” OA Length

SMC P1 - Carbon Loaded Polypropylen

SMC 1-11 C/L Polypropylene. Storage Spool

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Antenna Systems


Pan & Tilt Positioner

• Carrying capacity of 30 kg• IP66 weatherproof • Precision ball bearings ensure the unit remains

square on both axes• Stainless steel shafts and fittings eliminate

corrosion• Internal limit adjustment• Resilience to extreme weather conditions• All metal gear transmission• Low backlash for stability in high winds• Ironless rotor motors

Specs InformationConstruction: Aluminium Casting

Weatherproof: To IP66 (equal to heavy seas)

Sealing: Double edge lip seals on shafts and gaskets between lid and body

Gearing: All steel precision gear train with stainless steel shafts

Motors: Ironless Motor

Pan Speeds: 2 °/sec or 3.5 °/sec

Tilt Speeds: 1 °/sec

Backlash: Better than 0.2°

Approvals: MIL STD 810E

Overun: Nil

Pan Angle: 360°Tilt Angle: +/- 15°Limit Adjustment: Internal fingers accessible via hatch with full load in

place.

Mounting Details: To suit requirement

Weight: <24 kg

Power Consumption: <22W per axis

Operating Temperatures: -40 to +55 C +solar radiation

Connector: MIL 5015

Carrying Capacity: 30 kg (balanced load)

Mobile Pan & Tilt System

• Carrying capacity of 6kg • External limit adjustment• IP67 weatherproofing of pan and tilt• Low backlash• Battery powered from 4 AA batteries• Regenerative braking• External power over a range of voltages • Corrosion resistant materials

Specs InformationConstruction: Die Cast Aluminium

Weatherproof: IP67 for pan and tilt (IP 54 for controller)

Pan Speed: 0 – 30°/sec (variable)

Tilt Speed: 0 – 10°/sec (variable)

Backlash: <0.15°

Carrying Capacity: 6kg

Feedback Accuracy: <10%

Pan Angle: ±180°

Tilt Angle: +30° to -90o (+60° available on request)

Limit Adjustment: Externally settable

Mounting Details: 3 M6 holes on a 70mm PCD

Weight: <2.3kg

Power Consumption: <30W

Operating Temperatures: -20°C to +50°C

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Standard Mast RangeQuick Reference Guide

PFC

7.5

7.62

m E

xt. -

9.9

kgs

NH

55.

03m

Ext

. - 1

8.14

kgs

(NLC

5m

Ext

.)

NK6

5.94

m E

xt. -

27.

21kg

s (N

LC 5

.9m

Ext

.)

NH

77m

Ext

. - 1

4.96

kgs

(NLC

7m

Ext

.)

NY1

09.

6m E

xt. -

99.

79kg

s

NY1

212

.64m

Ext

. - 8

9.81

kgs

NY1

414

.32m

Ext

. - 6

9.85

kgs

NY1

817

.67m

Ext

. - 4

9.89

kgs

NY2

120

.72m

Ext

. - 3

9.91

kgs

NH

98.

8m E

xt. -

13.

15kg

s (N

LC 8

.8m

- Ex

t.)

NK9

8.99

Ext

. - 2

2.26

kgs

(NLC

8.9

m E

xt.)

NL9

8.83

m E

xt. -

34.

92kg

s (N

LC 8

.5m

Ext

.)

NL1

010

.51m

Ext

. - 2

7.21

kgs

(NLC

10.

2m E

xt.)

NL1

212

.19m

Ext.

- 24.

94kg

s (N

LC 1

1.9m

Ext

.)

NL8

7.92

m E

xt. -

24.

94kg

s (N

LC 7

.5m

Ext

.)

NX1

010

.05m

Ext

. - 4

9.89

kgs

(NLC

9.7

m E

xt.)

NX1

413

.56m

Ext

. - 3

4.92

kgs

(NLC

13m

Ext

.)

NX1

818

.5m

Ext

. - 2

9.93

kgs

(NLC

18.

5m E

xt.)

NX2

524

.99m

Ext

. - 1

9.95

kgs

(NLC

24.

99m

Ext

.)

NX3

029

.72m

Ext

. - 1

4.06

kgs

(NLC

28.

9m E

xt.)

NK1

110

.97m

Ext

. - 1

8.14

kgs

(NLC

10.

6m E

xt.)

NK1

616

.03m

Ext

. - 1

9.95

kgs

(NLC

16m

Ext

.)

NL1

615

.5m

Ext

. - 2

3.13

3kgs

(N

LC 1

5.6m

Ext

.)

NL2

221

.64m

Ext

. - 1

4.06

kgs

(NLC

21.

64m

Ext

.)

NX8

7.62

m E

xt. -

49.

89kg

s (N

LC 7

m E

xt.)

TPM

87.

92m

Ext

. - 9

.9kg

s

GR

P40

12.1

9m E

xt. -

5.9

kgs

GR

P30

9.1m

Ext

. - 5

.9kg

s

GR

P20

6.09

6m E

xt. -

7.9

kgs

TPM

1010

.06m

Ext

. - 8

.48k

gs

TPM

1212

m E

xt. -

6.9

kgs

PFC

1212

m E

xt. -

6.9

kgs

PFC

98.

839m

Ext

. - 8

.48k

gs

NY7

6.7m

Ext

. - 1

20.2

0kgs

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Standard Mast Quick Reference ChartSMC design and manufacture a wide range of masts and accessories. Detailed here is our standard range, and on the following pages are just some of the accessories we can supply. If you have a particular requirement we will always be pleased to help.

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PFC

7.5

7.62

m E

xt. -

9.9

kgs

NH

55.

03m

Ext

. - 1

8.14

kgs

(NLC

5m

Ext

.)

NK6

5.94

m E

xt. -

27.

21kg

s (N

LC 5

.9m

Ext

.)

NH

77m

Ext

. - 1

4.96

kgs

(NLC

7m

Ext

.)

NY1

09.

6m E

xt. -

99.

79kg

s

NY1

212

.64m

Ext

. - 8

9.81

kgs

NY1

414

.32m

Ext

. - 6

9.85

kgs

NY1

817

.67m

Ext

. - 4

9.89

kgs

NY2

120

.72m

Ext

. - 3

9.91

kgs

NH

98.

8m E

xt. -

13.

15kg

s (N

LC 8

.8m

- Ex

t.)

NK9

8.99

Ext

. - 2

2.26

kgs

(NLC

8.9

m E

xt.)

NL9

8.83

m E

xt. -

34.

92kg

s (N

LC 8

.5m

Ext

.)

NL1

010

.51m

Ext

. - 2

7.21

kgs

(NLC

10.

2m E

xt.)

NL1

212

.19m

Ext.

- 24.

94kg

s (N

LC 1

1.9m

Ext

.)

NL8

7.92

m E

xt. -

24.

94kg

s (N

LC 7

.5m

Ext

.)

NX1

010

.05m

Ext

. - 4

9.89

kgs

(NLC

9.7

m E

xt.)

NX1

413

.56m

Ext

. - 3

4.92

kgs

(NLC

13m

Ext

.)

NX1

818

.5m

Ext

. - 2

9.93

kgs

(NLC

18.

5m E

xt.)

NX2

524

.99m

Ext

. - 1

9.95

kgs

(NLC

24.

99m

Ext

.)

NX3

029

.72m

Ext

. - 1

4.06

kgs

(NLC

28.

9m E

xt.)

NK1

110

.97m

Ext

. - 1

8.14

kgs

(NLC

10.

6m E

xt.)

NK1

616

.03m

Ext

. - 1

9.95

kgs

(NLC

16m

Ext

.)

NL1

615

.5m

Ext

. - 2

3.13

3kgs

(N

LC 1

5.6m

Ext

.)

NL2

221

.64m

Ext

. - 1

4.06

kgs

(NLC

21.

64m

Ext

.)

NX8

7.62

m E

xt. -

49.

89kg

s (N

LC 7

m E

xt.)

TPM

87.

92m

Ext

. - 9

.9kg

s

GR

P40

12.1

9m E

xt. -

5.9

kgs

GR

P30

9.1m

Ext

. - 5

.9kg

s

GR

P20

6.09

6m E

xt. -

7.9

kgs

TPM

1010

.06m

Ext

. - 8

.48k

gs

TPM

1212

m E

xt. -

6.9

kgs

PFC

1212

m E

xt. -

6.9

kgs

PFC

98.

839m

Ext

. - 8

.48k

gs

NY7

6.7m

Ext

. - 1

20.2

0kgs

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Mast A dia. B dia. C D E min. E max. F min. G H min. H max. J K M dia.NH.5 89 38 1161 252 800 1125 315 1413 800 1100 150 108 10NH.7 89 38 1586 252 1000 1550 315 1838 1000 1530 150 108 10NH.9 89 38 2043 252 1200 1955 315 2268 1200 1990 150 108 10

NK.6 102 50 1361 277 900 1325 340 1638 900 1300 150 108 10NK.9 102 50 2026 277 1300 1990 340 2303 1300 1970 150 108 10NK.11 102 38 2026 340 1300 1990 403 2366 1300 1970 150 108 10NK.16 102 50 3736 277 2000 3700 340 4013 2000 3680 150 108 10

NL.8 127 50 1368 403 900 1332 466 1771 900 1300 150 108 10NL.9 127 50 2033 407 1300 1997 470 2440 1300 1980 150 108 10NL.10 127 50 2033 470 1300 1997 533 2503 1300 1980 150 108 10NL.12 127 50 2033 403 1300 1997 466 2436 1300 1980 150 108 10NL.16 127 50 3743 407 2000 3707 470 4150 2000 3680 150 108 10NL.22 127 50 3743 403 2000 3707 466 4146 2000 3680 150 108 10

NX.8 152 50 1375 533 900 1339 596 1908 900 1300 160 130 12NX.10 152 50 2040 470 1300 2004 533 2510 1300 1960 160 130 12NX.14 152 50 2040 596 1300 2004 659 2636 1300 1960 160 130 12NX.18 152 50 3850 470 2000 3814 533 4320 2000 3770 160 130 12NX.25 152 50 3850 596 2000 3814 659 4446 2000 3770 160 130 12NX.30 152 50 4040 529 2200 4004 592 4569 2200 3960 160 130 12

NY.7 238 150 1381 282 900 1343* 347 1663 900 1300* 200 180 12NY.10 238 150 2026 239 1300 1988* 304 2265 1300 1950* 200 180 12NY.12 238 150 2026 325 1300 1988* 390 2351 1300 1950* 200 180 12NY.14 238 150 2026 368 1300 1988* 433 2394 1300 1950* 200 180 12NY.18 238 150 3756 239 2000 3718* 304 3995 2000 3680* 200 180 12NY.21 238 150 3756 282 2000 3718* 347 4038 2000 3680* 200 180 12

FM.5 115 108 1369 232 900 1317 311 1601 900 1317 150 120 10FM.6 115 108 1762 232 1100 1710 311 1994 1100 3710 150 120 10FM.8 115 108 2052 232 1300 2000 311 2284 1300 2000 150 120 10

NOTE: All dimensions in mm. NLC not shown. *Dimension will decrease by 68mm for non rotating base plate.

Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - Installation Dimensions

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Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - Installation Dimensions

NH Series NK Series

NL Series

NX Series

NY SeriesFM Series

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Telescopic Masts

SWIFT Mast

Using the SMC designed Quick Clamp Collar the SWIFT series of pneumatic (PN) & push up masts have been designed to be lightweight & economical. The mast comes anodised as standard, & can be clamped at any height, with a maximum head load of 10kg, & a maximum height of 10 metres.

The SWIFT Telescopic Pneumatic & Push Up Mast Series is light weight, easily transportable, quick to deploy and robust in even the harshest of environments. Heights range from 4 to 10 metres with a base diameter of 74mm, carrying head-loads up to 10kgs. The mast can be elevated manually, or by hand or foot pump for even quicker and easier elevation.

See Diagram A (page 2) for our comprehensive range of accessories, including our SWIFT Series Pivot Base for installing masts on uneven ground, & our SWIFT Mast Haylard for lowering & raising light head loads, without having to retract the mast.

Mast Extended Height

Retracted Height

Vertical Head Load (1)

No Of Sections

Metres Metres Kgs

SWIFT4 4.0 1.33 10 4

SWIFT5 5.0 1.38 10 5

SWIFT6 6.0 1.58 10 5

SWIFT7 7.0 1.61 10 6

SWIFT8 8.0 1.63 10 7

SWIFT9 9.0 1.66 8.5 8

SWIFT10 10.0 1.79 8.5 8

SWIFT4PN 4.0 1.38 10 4

SWIFT5PN 5.0 1.44 10 5

SWIFT6PN 6.0 1.64 10 5

SWIFT7PN 7.0 1.67 10 6

SWIFT8PN 8.0 1.70 10 7

SWIFT9PN 9.0 1.74 8.5 8

SWIFT10PN 10.0 1.86 8.5 8

All dimensions are approximate.

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SWIFT Upper/Base Guy SetP/N: NUG/SWIFT(4/5/6/7/8/9/10)*P/N: NBG/SWIFT(4/5/6/7/8/9/10)* Rapid Deployment Unit

P/N: RDU/74Side Mount Brackets

P/N: NSM/74BSWIFT Mast Tripod

P/N: TRI/SWIFT/(01/02)*

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Mast Transport WheelsP/N: 050002300

SWIFT Mast Halyard P/N: SWIFT(4/5/6/7/8/9/10)/HAL*

SWIFT Mast CoverP/N: SWIFT/MC1

SMC Hand PumpP/N: NHP1

Twin Cylinder Foot PumpP/N: NFP/1

NC1 CompressorP/N: NC1/(12/24/230)*

SWIFT Series Flat BaseP/N: 050002000

SWIFT Series Pivot BaseP/N: 050002100

PFC Base PlateP/N: 050029743

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SWIFT Series MastPneumatic P/N:

SWIFT(4/5/6/7/8/9/10)PN*Push Up P/N:

SWIFT(4/5/6/7/8/9/10)*

Diagram A*NOTE: See Table C for compatible product variants.

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Table C - Part Number CompatibilityMast Base Guy Upper Guy Tripod Halyard

SWIFT10 NBG/SWIFT10 NUG/SWIFT10 TRI/SWIFT/02 SWIFT10/HALSWIFT9 NBG/SWIFT9 NUG/SWIFT9 TRI/SWIFT/01 SWIFT9/HALSWIFT8 NBG/SWIFT8 NUG/SWIFT8 TRI/SWIFT/01 SWIFT8/HALSWIFT7 NBG/SWIFT7 NUG/SWIFT7 TRI/SWIFT/02 SWIFT7/HALSWIFT6 NBG/SWIFT6 NUG/SWIFT6 TRI/SWIFT/02 SWIFT6/HALSWIFT5 NBG/SWIFT5 NUG/SWIFT5 TRI/SWIFT/01 SWIFT5/HALSWIFT4 NBG/SWIFT4 NUG/SWIFT4 TRI/SWIFT/01 SWIFT4/HAL

SWIFT10PN NBG/SWIFT10 NUG/SWIFT10 TRI/SWIFT/02 SWIFT10/HALSWIFT9PN NBG/SWIFT9 NUG/SWIFT9 TRI/SWIFT/02 SWIFT9/HALSWIFT8PN NBG/SWIFT8 NUG/SWIFT8 TRI/SWIFT/02 SWIFT8/HALSWIFT7PN NBG/SWIFT7 NUG/SWIFT7 TRI/SWIFT/02 SWIFT7/HALSWIFT6PN NBG/SWIFT6 NUG/SWIFT6 TRI/SWIFT/02 SWIFT6/HALSWIFT5PN NBG/SWIFT5 NUG/SWIFT5 TRI/SWIFT/01 SWIFT5/HALSWIFT4PN NBG/SWIFT4 NUG/SWIFT4 TRI/SWIFT/01 SWIFT4/HAL

Some models are only compatible with other products, select the correct one from the list above. Some part numbers and/or descriptions may vary slightly due to type, size or finish of product.

SMC can manufacture custom designed spigots to suit your requirements, the SWIFT Series of telescopic masts are all fitted with a quick release collar on the top section as standard, meaning you can interchange your head load in a matter of seconds. See Table D for required spigot diameters for each mast.

Mast Spigot Diameter (mm)

SWIFT10(PN) 25.4

SWIFT9(PN) 25.4

SWIFT8(PN) 32

SWIFT7(PN) 38

SWIFT6(PN) 44

SWIFT5(PN) 44

SWIFT4(PN) 50

Table D

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South Midlands Communications (SMC) have been successfully manufacturing masts for over 50 years, our telescopic masts in particular are renowned worldwide for superb performance in even the most hostile conditions.

The latest addition to our mast range is the SWIFT mast, a light weight push up mast that utilises newly developed technology to maximise performance.

The cam lever locking collars have been designed to lock the mast at any height swiftly and easily, while the damping system means the mast can be quickly retracted and safer than before.

The mast range can lift 10kg up to a maximum height of 10 metres with all aluminium parts being finished asstandard with our new anodising process leaving the mast looking better, for longer.

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Telescopic Masts

The latest addition to our range of winch operated composite telescopic masts is the STORM series, which, as the name suggests, are capable of performing without fail in the very worst conditions our world has to offer.

Designed to meet stringent MIL-810G standards, the masts are lightweight yet tough, and are capable of supporting a wide range of headloads including antennas, cameras, lights, and much more! The range includes models with maximum extended heights from 6 to 18 metres (20 to 60 feet), with a complete range of installation accessories for total mast system solutions.

Ext. Height

m

Ext. Height

ft

Retracted Height m

Retract-ed Height

ft

Max Load Guyed kg

Max Load Guyed Ib

Max Wind Fully Guyed

kmph

Max Wind Fully Guyed

mph

Max Sail Area m2

Max Sail Area ft2

Weight kg for Winch

ST5-6 6 19.7 1.67 5.47 35 77 120 74.5 0.6 6.45 21 + 5.5

ST5-9 9 29.5 2.2 7.25 35 77 120 74.5 0.6 6.45 25 + 5.5

ST5-12 12 39.4 2.71 8.9 35 77 120 74.5 0.6 6.45 29.5 + 5.5

ST5-15 15 49.2 3.21 10.5 35 77 120 74.5 0.6 6.45 33.5 + 5.5

ST5-18 18 59 3.74 12.3 35 77 120 74.5 0.6 6.45 37.5 + 5.5

Composite Belt Driven Mast (Storm Mast)


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Mast Height Extended

Height retracted

Number of Sections

Diameter of Top

Section

Vertical Head Load

Max Wind Speed

Unguyed

Max. Wind Speed with Top Guys

Top Guy Ref. No. inc.

Stakes

Basic Weight of Mast

metres metres mm kg kph kph kg

NH5 5 1.41 5 38 18 180 180 NUG/1GS 15NH5NLC 5 1.42 5 38 18 180 15NH7 7 1.84 5 38 15 135 160 NUG/1GS 19NH7NLC 7 1.85 5 38 15 135 19NH9 9 2.3 5 38 13 108 147 NUG/3GS 23NH9NLC 9 2.26 5 38 13 108 23

Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - NH Series

The NH Series of telescopic Hilomasts have a base section diameter of 89mm and are pneumatically operated with either a manual footpump or small air compressor.

Although the smallest in the range, they are robust and ideal for applications where portability is of prime importance. Easily fitted to a vehicle, the masts are suited to mobile applications where light antennas are required. The top section diameter for the antenna fittings is specified in the table below.

The table of masts below is only a small selection of possible mast configurations. Due to the modular design of all Hilomast Pneumatic masts we are able to offer masts in custom sizes, with or without locking collars, and in various colours and finishes. Please contact a member of the sales team for a friendly chat about your requirements.

The table shows the vertical headload that each mast will support and the maximum operational wind speed. The weight of the antenna, however, is not usually the main criterion when selecting a mast. The limiting factor is usually the ‘side surface area’ of the antenna.The wind speeds shown are based on the following side surface areas:NH Masts = 1000 sq. cm. NK = 1400 sq. cm. NL = 2000 sq. cm. NX = 3000 sq. cm. NY = 11000 sq. cm.All dimensions are approximate.

Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - NK Series

The NK Series of telescopic Hilomasts have a base section diameter of 102mm and are pneumatically operated with either a manual footpump or small air compressor.

Although designed for long term applications the NK series is equally suited for experimental work. The top section diameter for antenna fittings is specified in the table below.

The table of masts below is only a small selection of possible mast configurations. Due to the modular design of all Hilomast Pneumatic masts we are able to offer masts in custom sizes, with or without locking collars, and in various colours and finishes. Please contact a member of the sales team for a friendly chat about your requirements


Height retracted

Number of Sections

Diameter of Top Section

Vertical Head Load

Max Wind Speed Unguyed


Top Guy Ref. No. inc. Stakes


metres metres mm kg kph kph kg

NK6 5.9 1.64 5 50 27 164 164 NUG/2-GS 21

NK6NLC 5.9 1.6 5 50 27 164 21

NK9 9 2.3 5 50 22 114 137 NUG/2G-S 26

NK9NLC 8.9 2.3 5 50 22 114 26

NK11 10.9 2.37 6 38 18 96 125 NUG/3G-S 29

NK11NLC 10.6 2.3 6 38 18 96 29

NK16 16 4 5 50 20 65 112 NUG/4G-S 44

NK16NLC 16 4 5 50 20 65 44

The table shows the vertical headload that each mast will support and the maximum operational wind speed. The weight of the antenna, however, is not usually the main criterion when selecting a mast. The limiting factor is usually the ‘side surface area’ of the antenna.The wind speeds shown are based on the following side surface areas:NH Masts = 1000 sq. cm. NK = 1400 sq. cm. NL = 2000 sq. cm. NX = 3000 sq. cm. NY = 11000 sq. cm.All dimensions are approximate.

Specificaton for Locking Collar and Non Locking Collar (NLC) models.

Specificaton for Locking Collar and Non Locking Collar (NLC) models.

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Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - NL Series

The NL Series of telescopic Hilomasts has a base section diameter of 127mm and is pneumatically operated by air compressor. The shorter models in this series can be easily operated by a manual footpump. Being heavier than the NK Series it will support larger antennas under more adverse weather conditions. Although these masts can be used for portable applications they are primarily designed for vehicle installation, either bracketed to the rear, or mounted through the vehicle roof.

Models NL16 and NL22 can be mounted onto the roof of a vehicle in a sliding carriage. The

carriage slides rearwards and the mast is then tilted and clamped in the vertical position. Masts NL8, NL12 and NL22 have a top section diameter of 50mm for attaching antennas. Masts NL9, NL10 and NL16 have a top spigot of 50mm diameter x 130mm long.


The table shows the vertical head load that each mast will support and the maximum operational wind speed. The weight of the antenna, however, is not usually the main criterion when selecting a mast. The limiting factor is usually the ‘side surface area’ of the antenna.

The wind speeds shown are based on the following side surface areas:NH Masts = 1000 sq. cm. NK = 1400 sq. cm. NL = 2000 sq. cm. NX = 3000 sq. cm. NY = 11000 sq. cm.All dimensions are approximate.


Height retracted

Number of Sections


Vertical Head Load



Top Guy Ref. No. inc. Stakes


metres metres mm kgs kph kph kgNL8 7.9 1.77 7 50 25 140 140 NUG/2GS 34

NL8NLC 7.5 1.77 7 50 25 140 34NL9 8.8 2.44 5 76 35 130 130 NUG/6GS 37

NL9NLC 8.5 2.7 5 76 35 130 37NL10 10.5 2.5 6 63 27 110 120 NUG/5GS 41

NL10NLC 10.2 2.3 6 63 27 110 41NL12 12.2 2.43 7 50 25 95 110 NUG/4GS 46

NL12NLC 11.9 2.4 7 50 25 95 46NL16 15.6 4.15 5 76 23 78 102 NUG/6GS 61

NL16NLC 15.6 4 5 76 23 78 61NL22 21.7 4.15 7 50 14 56 92 NUG/8GS 74

NL22NLC 21.7 4.1 7 50 14 56 74

Specification for Locking Collar and Non Locking Collar (NLC) models.

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Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - NX Series

The NX Series of telescopic Hilomasts has a base section diameter of 152mm and is pneumatically operated by air compressor. Being heavier than the NL Series it will support larger antennas and should be considered as being the maximum size necessary for general use.

Although the NX Series can be used for portable applications it is primarily designed for vehicle installation, either bracketed to the rear, or mounted through the vehicle roof. Models NX18, NX25 and NX30 can be mounted onto the roof of a vehicle in a sliding carriage. The carriage slides rearwards and the mast is then tilted and clamped in the vertical position. All masts in this NX Series can be trailer mounted.

The NX30 has a top section diameter of 50mm for attaching the antenna. All other NX masts have a top spigot of 50mm diameter x 130mm long.



Height retracted

Number of Sections

Diameter of Top

Section

Vertical Head Load

Max Wind Speed

Unguyed


Top Guy Ref. No. inc.

Stakes


metres metres mm kgs kph kph kgNX8 7.6 1.91 7 76 50 155 155 NUG/6GS 50

NX8NLC 7 1.7 7 76 50 155 50

NX10 10.1 2.51 6 89 50 120 120 NUG/7GS 60NX10NLC 9.7 2.3 6 89 50 120 60

NX14 13.6 2.64 8 63 35 92 95 NUG/5GS 70NX14NLC 13 2.4 8 63 35 92 70

NX18 18.5 4.32 6 89 30 70 83 NUG/10GS 93NX18NLC 18.5 4.2 6 89 30 70 93

NX25 25 4.44 8 63 20 52 80 NUG/9GS 110NX25NLC 25 4.3 8 63 20 52 110

NX30 29.8 4.57 9 50 14 44 75 NUG/8GS 120NX30NLC 29 4.4 9 50 14 44 120

Specification for Locking Collar and Non Locking Collar (NLC) models.


The wind speeds shown are based on the following side surface areas:NH Masts = 1000 sq. cm. NK = 1400 sq. cm. NL = 2000 sq. cm. NX = 3000 sq. cm. NY = 11000 sq. cm.All dimensions are approximate.

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Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - NY Series

The NY Series of telescopic Hilomasts have a base section diameter of 229mm and are pneumatically operated by custom-built air compressors. These masts have special engaging screws fitted into each of the main collars to resist high torsional loads when the masts are fully extended.

The NY Series of masts are for special applications where high headloads are required or where maximum directional stability is necessary. There are a wide use of applications for this series, typical uses could be:

• Mounting video cameras fitted with telephoto lenses• Microwave dish antennas for electro news gathering/outside broadcast• Direction sensitive antennas or devices.

For large diameter antennas, it is important to ensure that the torsional loads transmitted to the masts when fully extended do not exceed the following:

• NY7 and NY21 = 5200kg cm• NY10 and NY18 = 5800kg cm• NY12 and NY14 = 4300kg cm

All NY masts have a horizontal flange of 150mm diameter at the top for mounting antennas etc. This flange can be drilled to suit customer requirements.


L indicates masts with locking collars.

Typical Applications:• Mounting Video Cameras

fitted with telephoto lenses

• Microwave dish antennas for electro news gathering/outside broadcast

• Direction sensitive devices


Height retracted

Number of Sections


Vertical Head Load


Sail Area Basic Weight of Mast

metres metres mm kg kph metres sq. kg

NY9-7 6.7 1.67 7 114 120 150 1.1 88

NY9-7L 6.7 1.75 7 114 120 150 1.1 88+

NY9-10 9.6 2.26 6 127 100 126 1.1 106NY9-10L 9.6 2.33 6 127 100 126 1.1 106+NY9-12 12.7 2.36 8 102 90 90 1.1 120

NY9-12L 12.7 2.45 8 102 90 90 1.1 120+NY9-14 14.3 2.41 9 89 70 80 1.1 127

NY9-14L 14.3 2.52 9 89 70 80 1.1 127+NY9-18 17.7 3.98 6 127 50 83 1.1 170

NY9-18L 17.7 4.05 6 127 50 83 1.1 170+NY9-21 20.7 4.00 7 114 40 67 1.1 183

NY9-21L 20.7 4.10 7 114 40 67 1.1 183+


The wind speeds shown are based on the following side surface areas:NH Masts = 1000 sq. cm. NK = 1400 sq. cm. NL = 2000 sq. cm. NX = 3000 sq. cm. NY = 11000 sq. cm.

Although the masts will support antennas with a larger side surface area than that shown, the maximum operational wind speed will be correspondingly reduced. If in doubt, please ask for a computer check against your specific application. All dimensions are approximate.

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HD Range (Heavy Duty Mast) - Pneumatic Telescopic Mast

The new Heavy Duty range of pneumatic masts is the largest, most rugged in the Hilomast portfolio. Designed to the highest possible specifications, these masts are used where extreme head loads need to be supported and where greater extended heights with maximum wind loading are required.

The flexibility of this range comes from using aluminium tubes that have smaller increments in diameter. This gives masts in the range larger top sections, in turn delivering a stronger mast. These smaller increments allow the HD range to contain up to 12 sections, letting HD masts reach greater extended heights from shorter retraction and giving more flexibility in extended heights, retracted heights and head-loads.

HD Mast ApplicationsThe HD range of masts are for special applications where high headloads are required or where maximum directional stability is necessary.

• Mounting video cameras fitted with telephoto lenses

• Microwave dish antennas for Electronic News Gathering/Outside Broadcast

• Direction sensitive antennas or devices

• CCTV• Floodlighting, anemometers

and survey equipment

Mast Height Ext.

Height Retracted

No. of Sections

Dia. of Top Section

Vertical Head Load


Sail Area

m m mm kgs kph metres sq.

HD9-4 4.44 1.55 5 178 420 200 1.1

HD9-4L 4.44 1.6 5 178 420 200 1.1

HD9-7 6.82 1.7 8 140 264 190 1.1

HD9-7L 6.82 1.79 8 140 264 190 1.1

HD9-11 10.7 2.32 7 152 312 140 1.1

HD9-11L 10.7 2.4 7 152 312 140 1.1

HD9-12 12.1 2.37 8 140 264 110 1.1

HD9-12L 12.1 2.46 8 140 264 110 1.1

HD9-17 17.4 4.22 5 178 150 90 1.1

HD9-17L 17.4 4.27 5 178 150 90 1.1

HD9-18 18.1 2.56 12 89 90 55 1.1

HD9-18L 18.1 2.71 12 89 90 55 1.1

HD9-21 20.7 4.27 6 165 140 65 1.1

HD9-21L 20.7 4.33 6 165 140 65 1.1

HD9-24 24.1 4.32 7 152 90 50 1.1

HD9-24L 24.1 4.39 7 152 90 50 1.1

HD9-31 30.9 4.42 9 127 40 35 1.1

HD9-31L 30.9 4.51 9 127 40 35 1.1

Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - BR Mast Series

Whilst many masts in the Hilomast range can be used for Broadcast Applications, 6 standard configurations are offered to meet the particular needs of the ENG vehicle market. The BR25 and BR30 models have 6” base tubes whilst the BR42/BR48/BR52/BR56 models have a base diameter of 9” all of which are pneumatically operated by custom built air compressors.

These masts do not have locking collars but have special engaging torque screws fitted into each of the collars to resist the torsional loads when the masts are fully extended. The BR series of masts is for special applications where high head loads are required or where maximum directional stability is necessary.

Standard Features:• The use of highly accurate drawn aluminium tube ensures optimum seal performance and minimum leakage.• A full length keyway machined in each of the extending tubes prevents relative rotation between

them, the key in this keyway will break before any damage is done to the tube section of the mast, in the event of excessive torsional load.

• Operation over a wide temperature range -22°F - 122°F (-5.55°C - 50°C)• Low Pressure (14-16 p.s.i) operation, to minimise leakage and seal failure.• Drain holes to eject water and minimise damage to ice formation.• Clear anodised tubes and collars painted any colour.• Maganetic switch to warn of incomplete retraction.• Non rotating base plate and roof installation kit.

Mast BR 25 BR 30 BR42 BR48 BR52 BR56Height Extended (Feet) 25 30 42 48 52 56

Height Retracted (Feet) 6 7 7.08 8.5 8.5 9.7

Number of Sections 6 6 9 8 9 8Diameter of Top Section (Inches) 3.5 3.5 4 4 4 4Vertical Headload(lbs) 150 150 250 200 255 200Max Wind Speed Unguyed (mph) 91 74.5 62.6 56 45 49Max Wind Speed Guyed (mph) - - - - - -Top Guy Ref. Number - - - - - -Basic Weight of Mast (lbs) 110 120 240 280 300 315



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Pneumatic Telescopic Masts - FM SeriesOne of the main problems with floodlighting masts is the electric cable having to safely travel the full length of the extended mast, and be conveniently stored when retracted.

The FM Series of Hilomast has solved both these problems in a neat and practical way, a coiled cable enters the mast through a special gland in the base and extends inside the mast to the top where it exits into a junction box for lighting connections. The memory in the cable allows it to extend and retract with the mast.

Coupled with the obvious advantages of a pneumatic telescopic mast the ‘FM’ System is one of the market leaders in this field.

There are three standard models in this series, all with a base diameter of 115mm. Each has an inner cable with four cores of 2.5mm/sq., and are complete with a rain shield, rotation handles, pressure relief valve and mast extension warning switch.

Mounting is with side mounting brackets NSM/115, or Vehicle Roof Installation Kit NRB/115. Extension is by compressor or foot pump. As these masts are usually used in situations of short duration, they do not have locking collars or top guys as standard, but are available if required.

Mast Specials


Height Retracted

Number of Tubes

Top Tube Diameter

Vertical Head Load

Maximum Wind-speed

With Top Guys

Mast Weight

Metres Metres mm kg kph kph kgs

FM5 4.7 1.63 5 63 45 170 206 25

FM6 6.6 2.02 5 63 36 130 130 29

FM8 8 2.31 5 63 28 115 115 33

The Hilomast range is designed and built around modular components, which allows non-standard configurations to be easily and quickly provided to meet particular customer requirements.With our modern design software we can design and test from scratch on screen, resizing, rotating through 360 degree points. Giving us the 3D image on screen we are able to further our design and development process and produce a realistic image of the final product.

SMC can design custom mast solutions where standard products are not appropriate. Please contact one of our sales team to discuss your requirements.

Specificaton for Locking Collar models.

Wind speeds calculated on maximum vertical load with side surface area of 3200sq.cms/ All dimensions are approximate.

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Hilolite Roof Mounted Mast

The Hilomast Hilolite is designed for use in the most demanding of conditions. The compact, low profile, Hilolite Mast system can be quickly installed to most passenger, 4X4, or light commercial vehicles using custom designed aluminium roof mounting bars or easily mounted to the flat roof sections of Fire Appliance body work. Available in 1.6m and 2.7m versions, we offer the unit complete with pan & tilt light head, with a number of LED & Metal Halide configurations, or without head for use with cameras, antennas or other non-lighting applications.

Standard mast features• Minimum roof drilling, and when using SMC custom roof bars no additional roof strengthening is usually required.• No intrusion into the vehicle.• Choice of 2 or 4 way light head in 110/220V or vehicle voltage Metal Halide lighting or LED.• Lights may be mounted to one side of the mast head to prevent over hanging the vehicle sides or obstructing ladder

stowage.• Control and vehicle voltage lighting cables are enclosed within the mast on 12 & 24V lighting systems.• 110V/240V light cable is contained externally in a nylon coiled tube around the mast.• CCTV and antenna head-load options available• Integral air regulator system operating directly from the vehicle auxiliary air tank (built in compressor system optional).• Compact dimensions.• Low weight, typically 50 kg.

Manual/Auto switch allows manual raising & lowering of mast in event of electronics failure or maintenance procedures.

Mast ExtendedMast Stowed Mast Raising Mast Vertical

Standard Handset Features:• Heavy-Duty handset with coiled cable & pre-wired

waterproof connector.• LED matrix on handset indicates system status.• Sealed momentary colour coded push buttons with

unique ‘SYSTEM ARM’ procedure to prevent accidental operation.

Internal Cable Mast

The ICAB range of masts have been specially designed for the fitting of an internal coiled cable assembly.

Specifications:• Internal coiled cable assembly• Spiked for cable retraction• Less hazardous deployment• No external guides• No snagging

Typical Applications:• Radio Communications• Supporting Cameras• Field Strength Measurements• Meteo Measuring Equipment

Note that a magnetic safety switch cannot be used with these masts as the cable takes internal priority.

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Wireless Proximity Detector

The high voltage proximity detector is designed to alert mast and boom vehicle operators to the danger of contact with a live power line, the result of which could easily cause injury, death or damage to equipment.

• Wireless E-field detection in 50 Hz and 60 Hz over a wide range of sensitivity.• Between one and four wireless sensors integrated into the network.• Optional capabilities to log events to PC/laptop via data port or via wireless link.• Logs date, time, and warnings given to operator.• LCD screen on base unit.• Relay output for each alarm.• Audio warning tones.• Optional speech synthesizer module.• Adjustable limits for warnings. Default level on switch-on is maximum sensitivity.• 12/24Volt operation for base unit.• Continuously ‘on’system for remote users.• Environmentally resistant to moisture, shock and heat.• Self-checking for network and communications status.• Flash upgradeable firmware in base unit.• Small size single module.

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Wired Proximity Warning System

This solid state electronic safety system provides both audible and visual warning signals to alert the operator and attendant ground personnel when the boom comes within proximity of an energized high-voltage power line.

FEATURES:

System goes to maximum sensitivity when first activated.

The system can be activated automatically at engine startup, or by use of the power switch on the control panel. Entire length of the boom ––from tip to base –– is protected. Any part of the boom that enters the warning zone will set off the alarm.

Complete system test function tests and confirms the alarm sensing circuitry,antenna, alarm horn, and alarm light.The operator can test the entire system at anytime.

No false alarms due to external interference.

Provides warning of lightning so that operations can be discontinued until the electrical storm has passed. Simple adjustment of warning zone.The operator doesn’t need to know voltage in thepower line.The system can be used to confirm power line shut off.

Easy Installation!

Magnetic Safety Switch

The purpose of this switch is to allow for audio or visual warning that the telescopic mast to which it is fitted, has not been fully retracted. When fitted in a vehicle it can be used via a relay to interrupt the ignition circuit and prevent movement of the vehicle when the mast is not retracted.

It is fitted to the outer tube of the mast and is operated by a set of magnets placed at the bottom of the inner mast tube. The magnets are bonded into an aluminium housing and can be easily inserted into the top section of the mast without any dismantling. The plastic end cap of the top section is removed and the magnet housing is inserted into the section. It is automatically retained in position by a neoprene ‘O’ ring

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NHKL-3LT Tripod System

This Tripod system has been designed to specifically handle a majority of the N-Series and TPM lines of masts that we offer. The system is able to be adjusted to go from a shorter mast like the NH5 to a larger NK9 very simply and quickly. The adjustable outriggers allow for a greater stability, and allow for the system to be leveled on uneven terrain, when the mast is deployed. It has been designed inhouse for our masts and is capable of holding the mast systems for varying periods of time.

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Heading Reese Hitch Mount

Our specialised Reese hitch mount allows for mounting to the back of vehicles. This allows for you to take your mast systems to almost anywhere as long as there is enough area for safe deployment of the mast system. The mounting design provides a sturdy, rugged mount that ensures mast stability.

Trolley Tripod

Man moveable tripod system, avoids the need to carry heavy equipment.Supports masts up to 11m.

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Hilomast Compressor Kits for Hilomast Pneumatic Masts

Hilomast compressors are air cooled, oil-less and of the diaphragm type. They have steel cases and are powered by electric motors. All models incorporate a pressure controlled switch to maintain the correct mast working pressure. They are quiet, maintenance free and assembled from components that have a proven reliability over many years.

To calculate time to fully extend mast: The height of mast is divided by rate e.g. For NL/12 mast with NC/2 Compressor - Extension Time = 12 ÷ 4.8 = 2.5 minutes. The time to reach max. pressure is approx. 2 x Extension Time e.g. 5 minutes.

Compressor Type Approx. rate of mast extension Metres per minute NH Series NK Series NL Series NX Series NY Series

NC1 7.2 4.2 2.6 1.7 -

NC2 13.5 8.1 4.8 3.2 1.7

NC3 - 18.1 10.8 7.5 3.9

NC1 Compressor NC2 Compressor NC3 CompressorThe NC1 compressor is the smallest and simplest in the Hilomast range. They are portable and thus suitable for field applications. The units are supplied complete with a single hose and mast connector. The mast is retracted by a manual exhaust valve on the front of the unit, enabling full control from inside a vehicle or building. Although designed primarily for the NH and NK Series masts, they will perform satisfactorily with the NL Series, when the speed of extension is not important.

The NC2 compressor has all the features of the NC1 compressor and gives approximately twice the output. An additional feature is a single switch that controls both power supply and an electrically operated exhaust valve.

The units are supplied with two hoses, one for connection to mast and one for exhaust air and drainage. This feature is very useful for vehicle installation, as it drains the moisture collected in the mast from the compressor. The NC2 compressors are ideally suited for the NL Series masts but will work equally well with the NK and NX Series.

The NC3 compressor is the largest in the Hilomast range. Although designed for NX and NY Series masts, they can be used to operate smaller masts where a faster rate of extension is required (see table) They have the same type of switch and hose arrangement as the NC2 compressor.

The units are supplied to meet standard conditions but there is capacity within the system to accommodate customers specialised electrical or pneumatic control requirements.

Remote controls are available as an optional extra.

SpecificationNC1/230 for 220/240v AC Output: 17 litres/minute at 0.7Kg/cm2

Max. Pressure: 1.8 Kg/cm2Weight: 13.2 Kgs.Size: 300 x 320 x 210mm high

NC1/12 For 12v DC supplyNC1/24 For 24v DC supply

Output: 17 litres/minute at 0.7Kg/cm2Max. Pressure: 1.8 Kg/cm2Weight: 8 Kgs.Size: 290 x 145 x 210mm high

SpecificationMax. Pressure: 1.8 Kg/cm2Weight: 15 Kgs.NC2/230 for 220/240v AC

Output: 34 litres/minute at 0.7Kg/cm2Size: 330 x 320 x 220mm high

Single phase supply Current: 1 amp

NC2/12 For 12v DC supply Current: 14 amps


SpecificationMax. Pressure: 1.4 Kg/cm2Weight: 34 Kgs.NC3/230 for 220/240v AC

Output: 65 litres/minute at 0.7Kg/cm2Size: 400 x 395 x 370mm highOverload Protection: MCB

Single phase supply Current: 2 amps




Note: Figures should be used as a guide only, head load and environmental conditions will affect the extension time.

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Remote Control Option - RC1• Three position switch for NC2/NC3• Enables mast to be extended, retracted or

held at any point• Handheld for DC powered compressors or

mounted for DC or AC• ABS enclosure and 4m cable

These switches should be ordered with the compressor but can be supplied in kit form for retro-fitting to non-remote units.

Remote Control Option - RC2• Three button relay interfaced unit has

separate commands to extend, hold or retract mast

• IP65 die cast housing and 4m cable• Weatherproof plug and socket• Primarily designed for external low

voltage DC control of NC2 and NC3 AC driven compressors but may be used to control a relay interface for DC driven compressors

These remote controls must be ordered with the compressor.

SMC Trailer Mounted Pneumatic Masts

This trailer is suitable for masts upto 12m long. For example the NL Short model.

This trailer mounted pneumatic mast weighs only 450kg and can be easily towed by a small saloon car.

The pneumatic operation means a quick and effortless installation. This mast is also ideal for temporary lighting. Mast sold separately.


SMC Trailer Mounted Pneumatic Mast - up to 30m• Galvanised steel construction• Single axle cross beam

suspension• Overrun brake system and

parking brake• Lighting and reflectors to

legal requirements• Incorporates 4 telescopic

outriggers • Complete stability• Robust and designed for easy

shipment• Standard tilt over mount

With 4 telescopic outriggers with wind-down legs this trailer mast is very stable. It has robust construction and is designed for easy shipment. The Standard tilt-over mechanism WTO/1 and electric winch make this trailer mounted mast very easy to erect. The power supply is taken from the towing vehicle battery or separate battery, as preferred and can be erected by just one person.

Quick operation - from parking the vehicle to fully extended mast takes just 15 minutes.

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Mast Brackets

For mounting masts to the vertical surface of a vehicle or building, the kit comprises two brackets.

The aluminium top bracket has one half detachable to allow for removal of mast without disturbing the bracket fixings. It incorporates Teflon bearing rings to protect the mast.

The lower-bracket has a Teflon disc to permit easy rotation of mast and a thumb screw for locking it in any desired azimuth direction. On the NX and NY Series the bracket is galvanised steel onto which is bolted an aluminium base plate with a collar brake. (Hole centres NH, NK and NL masts 150mm for M10 bolts. NX masts 160mm for M12 bolts and NY masts 200mm for M12 bolts).

Side Mounting Bracket

For mounting masts through roof of vehicle. The assembly comprises an upper and lower aluminium bearing.

The upper has three separate components; A flange fitted with a Teflon ring that is bolted to the outer skin of the vehicle, a tapping plate and a weatherproof shield that clamps to the mast.

The lower bearing base plate has a Teflon disc to permit easy rotation of mast and a thumb screw for locking it in position. The NX and NY have a collar brake fitted. The base plate is bolted to the floor with 4-M12 bolts spaced on 14Omm P.C.Dia.

There are two variants for NY, either for rotating or non-rotating masts.

Vehicle Roof Installation Kit

These are useful for field applications, providing easy access to locking collars and antennas.

They clamp in any position on the mast lower section and fold upright for transit. Single steps for climbing. Double steps for resting.

Climbing Steps

These handles assist the easy rotation of mast and fold to the vertical position when not in use. Maybe fitted after installation.

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Foot Pumps

General use twin cylinder foot pump fitted with pressure gauge, hose and special mast connector. With average speed of pumping NK Series masts can be extended at approx. 5 metres per minute and NH Series at 8 metres per minute.

NFP/1New hand-pump, with integral valve and mast fixing brackets. Useful for when DC or AC power isn’t available

for an electric compressor and a portable foot pump isn’t appropriate.

Hand Pump

Our Rapid deployment Unit (RDU) can easily be assembled, having your mast erected in minutes. Built to SMC’s usual high standards, it offers a robust base for your telescopic mast.

Fitting most 4 x 4 and SUVs. The vehicle weight holds the foot of the base in place, whilst mounted to the roof rack or guttering of your vehicle. Special fitment brackets can me made to order. A unique swivel base allows adjustment of aerial or lamp direction.

This unique bit of kit can be placed under any wheel of your vehicle.

Heights of upto 12m can be achieved subject to your head load.

Please contact a member of our sales team to discuss your requirements.

Rapid Deployment Unit

NHP1

The Upright Stand is a rigid all steel stand that is used in conjunction with all masts up to a 152.4mm base.

The system is capable of being broken down for storage or to move the system to where you need it to be.

The Upright Stand is freestanding with the capability to be integrated onto a trailer system.

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For weather protection when the mast is not in use. Made of strong waterproof material. Fits over the collars and is secured to the mast by means of a strap.

NHB for NH mastsNKB for NK mastsNLB for NL mastsNXB for NX mastsNYB for NY masts

Mast Covers

Cable Guides

These stainless steel cable guides screw into tapped holes especially provided in each mast collar. They will permit feeder cables of up to 12mm dia. to be attached to the mast without disconnecting the end terminations. Eye 26mm dia. (Cable guides and supports are sold individually).

Part # CG2612

Guying & Supporting

This tripod is designed for the free standing of NH Series masts on hard surfaces. It is constructed of steel and folds into a compact unit for storage/transit. It can also be easily detached from the mast. The mast can be rotated and locked in any position and the feet are adjustable to suit uneven ground. The stand is intended for use in light winds only and should not be left unattended. Top guys are required for windy conditions. Weight 17kg. Radius of legs 1,300mm.

Tripod Stand

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This four legged stand is for field erection of NK Series masts.

Constructed from aluminium alloy it has adjustable legs for irregular ground conditions. These fold into the mast for transit. Ground pegs are supplied for anchoring the feet and base plate. The top bearing and base plate permit the rotation of the mast and a thumbscrew locks it in any desired azimuth direction. Weight 12 kg.

Note for NK.6, Nk.9 and Nk.11 masts, top guys should be fitted at wind speeds above 40kph. For NK.16 mast, top guys are required at all wind speed.

Field Stand

For use in inclement weather conditions or to give more directional stability to top of mast. In some cases masts will withstand higher wind speeds. This assembly comprises a detachable aluminium guy collar, D shackles, 3 pre-stretched polyester guys 5mm dia. fitted with rope grips and nylon adjusters. (Ground stakes not included)

The guy collar is designed to clamp to the upper end of the second from top section of mast.

For Ref. No. see spec tables for the masts.

Top Guy Assembly

This arrangement is generally the easiest method of erecting a mast on open ground. The kit is complete with mast fittings, 3 guys, adjusters, base plate, ground stakes and pegs.

The NH and NK kits have polyester guy ropes and special ‘one way’ adjusters that allow the mast to be set vertically while still supporting it by hand. The NL and NX kits have galvanised wire guy ropes and conventional rigging screws.

Base Guy Assembly

Ground StakesFabricated from steel angle with reinforced cap. Finish Hot dip galvanised Length 750mm weight 2.3kg.

Ground PegsFor base plate or field stand. Galvanised steel, length 300mm weight 0.3kg.

Grounding

This zinc plated steel adapter will support antennas horizontally or vertically, with boom diameters up to 40mm. Part # SMC63

Adapters

Adapters & Spigots

SpigotsIn addition to these adapters we can custom make spigots to suit many applications, please contact our sales team with any inquiries.

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WTM 1 and WTM 2These masts will support large 3 element antennas providing that the maximum operating heights specified in this table are not exceeded. The figures are for a typical antenna with a boom length of 4.3 metres and

element length of 8.2 metres giving wind loads of 45kg at 129kph

WTM 3This mast is intended for smaller antennas where maximum height is of prime importance. It is particularly useful for experimental work and field strength measurement. However, if under extremely windy conditions the operating heights are reduced to those shown in the table below, it will withstand the same wind loading as the WTM2 mast.

WTM 4This mast has been developed to withstand high head loads at heights of up to 9 metres. It will safely support a 0.6rn diameter dish at a wind speed of 160 kph or a 1.Om diameter dish at a wind speed of 100 kph. It has a retracted length of only 2.98m making it ideally suitable for fitting to the rear of telecommunications vehicles. A 2.0m extension is available if required.

Due to the wide variety of applications and methods of mounting, the masts are manufactured as basic units. It is, therefore necessary when ordering to specify the type of mast, type of winch, mounting arrangement and accessories required.


Height Retracted

Number of Sections

Diameter of Top Sections

Vertical Head Load

Horizontal Head Load

Max. wind Speed Un-guyed


m m mm kg kg kph kgWTM/1 13 5.37 3 102 50 23 130 80WTM/2 17 5.48 4 76 45 16 96 92WTM/3 21 5.63 5 50 20 10 80 102WTM/4 9 2.98 4 76 55 38 160 62

WTM Series » Robust construction - mast sections constructed from heat treated

aluminium alloy » Full length splines prevent relative rotation » Sections extended simultaneously by stainless steel rope system » Specially designed hand or electric winch featuring:

• Disc brake• Noiseless operation• Fully machined involute gears for smooth operation

WTM Winch Operated Mast

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Manpack Portable Masts GRP and Aluminium

The standard SMC range of Manpack masts and vertical radiators make up to heights of 5.0 metres and 7.0 metres. Manufactured with strength and portability in mind they break down to fit into a man transportable pack only 1 metre long. The masts are easily erected by one man in less than 10 minutes on almost any terrain. They are supplied with all fittings and guys with colour coded terminations for 2 or 3 level, 4 point fixing.

The fibre-glass masts are designed for use as end poles for dipole antennas or as supports for VHF or UHF antennas. being able to carry a static head load of up to 13.6 kg.

Aluminium alloy masts have the same guying arrangements as the fibreglass types but in addition, are fitted with a terminal on the bottom section which allows them to be used as a vertical radiator, and can be provided with a polypropelene base insulator if required.

Both masts are finished olive green drab. Stays are prestretched and are wound on caroon loaded ultraviolet resistant polypropelene formers which are also the guy tensioners. SMC manufacture alternative fibreglass and aluminium masts for varving heights and headloads to order.

SpecificationMaterial Epoxy pre-impregnated glass fibre or HE3OTF aluminium alloyGuys Pre-stretched 29.-;kg (4mm od) polyester either white or dyed

olive drabCarry Bag Normally 15oz commercial canvas but also in PVC coated nylonFittings Aluminium and galvanised steelStorage Spools and Guy Tensioners

Carbon loaded polypropelene

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PFG (Portable Fibre-Glass Mast)

A rapidly deployable lightweight mast for areas where non-conductive or R.F. invisibility is desirable.

Specs Information

Sections 50mm OD x 2m x 6mm wall

Height 2.5m - 11Mtrs (18 - 36 feet)

Guy Material Pre-stretched polyester or parafil

Head Load 40-60Kg horizontal

Erection No erection kit required

Finish All drab olive and matt black

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Aluminiu m Masts PA2 Series

Standard Series PA2/BSMC designed the PA2 series of versatile tubular alloy masts with first hand experience of the tough environmental conditions so often encountered in the field. The PA2 has a section wall thickness of 7 SWG (4.2 mm) and will withstand dropping on rocky terrain or being run over by vehicles and yet is light and compact enough to be stored unobtrusively in a portable shelter or carried in a Land Rover.

Mast sections have expanded ends for easy assembly and quick erection by unskilled staff. For example, a three man team can erect the 14.63m or 18.28m mast in less than half an hour, following our practical installation instructions. See the operating instructions.

From a wide selection of stock components, masts can be supplied to suit customers’ requirements, from a transportable mast complete with canvas carrying bags and all necessary hardware for erection, to installations for mounting

permanently, complete with masthead and intermediate halyards, masthead lighting to ICAO standards, erection kit and all ground anchors.

Lightweight Series PA2/BMLAs a development of the well established PA2 Series Masts, SMC introduced the lighter duty 50.8mm OD x 14 SWG PA2 / BML Series for users who do not require the strength and ultra-rugged design associated with the 1 29/812.8mm OD x 7 SWG PA2 / B Series Masts.

All mast sections in the PA2 / BML Series are expanded on one end, forming a female socket which ensures easy and quick assembly requiring no tools. All masts are supplied complete with necessary stays in 6mm pre-stretched polyester, ground steelwork, a halyard for wire antennas and unless specified, a carrying kit bag.

Available in 2m height increments from 7.3m to 15m the PA2 / BML masts are available on a very short delivery time, and can be adapted to suit customers’ special requirements.

Alternative arrangement with sliding guy adjustment for quick mobility

Alternate arrangement with chain and steel stays

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PA2 Headload and Wind RatingsThe standard headload for all masts is either:-

A) An antenna plus mountings having a windage area of 0.3 sq.m (= 67kg drag at 16Okph)B) A single wire VHF dipole or similar up to 30m long between supports and initial tension 30kg. Larger headloads or higher windspeeds to customers specification on application may be considered.

Mast Type Height Max Wind Speed Guy Radiusm m/sec kph m

*PA2 / B24ML / 6 7.32 35 125 3.66*PA2 / B30ML / 6 9.14 30 107 4.57*PA2 / B36ML / 6 10.97 27.5 99 5.49*PA2 / B42ML / 6 12.8 25 90 6.40*PA2 / B48ML / 6 14.63 20 72 7.32

6ft (1.82m) BML Series

Foundation Loads kg WeightGuy Vertical Anchorage Base No. of Guys kg (apprx) Mast Only Erection Kit Ref

155 90 250 2 x 3 16 N/A180 110 300 3 x 3 20 N/A195 125 325 3 x 3 24 N/A190 130 345 4 x 3 30 PA2 / B48 / 42EK190 130 360 4 x 3 38 PA2 / B48 / 42EK

Mast Type Height Max Wind Speed Guy Radiusm m/sec kph m

PA2 / B24 / 6 7.32 40 144 3.66PA2 / B30 / 6 9.14 37.5 135 4.57PA2 / B36 / 6 10.97 35 125 5.49PA2 / B42 / 6 12.8 32.5 117 6.40PA2 / B48 / 6 14.63 30 107 7.32PA2 / B60 / 6 18.29 30 107 9.14

6ft (1.82m) B Series


180 110 290 2 x 3 23 N/A220 145 360 3 x 3 29 N/A245 165 405 3 x 3 35 PA2 / B42 / 36EK 270 180 455 4 x 3 42 PA2 / B42 / 36EK280 195 490 4 x 3 48 PA2 / B60 / 48EK295 215 540 5 x 3 55 PA2 / B60 / 48EK

10ft (3.04m) B SeriesMast Type Height Max Wind Speed Guy Radius

m m/sec kph m

PA2 / B20 / 10 6.1 45 160 3.05PA2 / B30 / 10 9.14 45 160 4.57PA2 / B40 / 10 12.19 40 144 6.10PA2 / B50 / 10 15.24 35 125 7.62PA2 / B60 / 10 18.29 30 107 9.14


185 115 285 2 x 3 24 N/A245 165 400 3 x 3 32 N/A325 235 545 4 x 3 40 PA2 / B42 / 36EK355 265 625 5 x 3 50 PA2 / B60 / 48EK375 285 680 6 x 3 55 PA2 / B60 / 48EK


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Mast Installations

Here are just some of our typical vehicle installations. We take pride in specialising for each customer’s personal requirements. We can install our masts through the roof or on a sliding roof carriage that is mounted on top of the vehicle, typical vehicles, which have this kind of installation, are 4x4 and vans, however we can fit to almost anything, even lorry cabins and containers.

Not only do we fit the mast, but we offer our skills of interior design and fitment, creating a work space and suitable facilities within the vehicle at the customers preference. Our interior fitments can range from a simple power inverter and split charger to a full installation of the following:

• Split charger• Auxiliary battery• Power inverter to invert 12V to mains• Mains sockets• Cigarette lighter socket

• Voltmeter for Aux. power• Interior Lighting• Desking and seating• Suitable work surfacing

If would like some more information on getting an installation on your vehicle or would like to speak to someone about your requirements please contact our sales team who can advise you appropriately.

Toyota Landcruiser - Sliding Roof Carriage installationFeatured here is the NL22 pneumatic which is erected using a NC3/12 12V DC compressor. In this case the NL22 mast requires a top guy assembly to steady the mast during use, these can be easily used with grounding stakes, not only does this offer directional stability of the mast but provides a steady platform to photograph from. As seen, the mast system is mounted onto a sliding roof carriage. The carriage slides rearwards and the mast is then tilted and clamped into the vertical position. A vehicle stabilising beam stabilises the vehicle when the mast is deployed and provides a safe base. Here a mast cover is used to protect the mast during transport and storage.

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Toyota Landcruiser - Sliding Roof Carriage installationThis vehicle installation features an NX25 mast which is pneumatically operated by a 12V DC NC3/12 compressor (largest in the Hilomast range), offering a fully extended height of 25m. The full system fits onto a sliding roof carriage which is mounted to the roof of the vehicle making it a simple task to slide the mast back into position ready for deployment. Also featured in this installation are double mast steps, giving a firm step to stand on whilst fitting the equipment to the top of the mast or for locking off the collars during retraction. The mast rotation handle aids movement of the mast. The installation features the essential wind down jacks which prevent rear suspension compression and movement. A standard mast cover is provided to cover the mast during transport or storage. At the owners request spot lights and orange safety lights were also fitted to the roof rack.

Landrover Discovery - Through the roof installationThis through the roof installation positions the mast suitably inside the vehicle, using upper and lower Vehicle Roof Installation Kit to create a weatherproof shield that clamps to the mast. In this case the customer required a special 8m mast with a retracted height of 1.73m along with an NC2 12V compressor with remote control. Other items installed here are a waterproof mast cover, mast extension alarm and rotation handles. The interior fit consisted of replacing the seats with a non-slip workbench, complete with equipment straps, anchors and fittings. We supplied and fitted a power inverter with voltmeter, a 240V/12V battery charger and installed 12V supply sockets and interior fluorescent lights.

Mercedes Vito - Sliding Roof Carriage installationFitted to this Mercedes is a sliding roof carriage holding a NL22 telescopic Hilomast. When deployed it provides a max height of 22m. The NL22 is a guyed mast, requiring a top guying assembly to give directional support to the top of the mast. Seen above is a red guying bar, for attaching one of the top guys in place. As recommend a 12V DC NC2/12 compressor is being used offering an extension rate of approx. 4.8m per minute. Cable guides are in place to guide cables vertically to the top, where a 2” dia flange spigot can be found. Single and double climbing steps are in place for use when retracting the mast or fitting equipment onto the spigot

Mercedes Vito - Through the roof installationThis through the roof installation consists of an NL8 Hilomast with an NC2/12V compressor, using Vehicle Roof Installation Kit to create a strong weatherproof seal where the mast enters the vehicle. This specific installation included a mast rotation wheel so the mast can be easily rotated whilst inside the van. We also included a mast cover and magnetic safety switch. A power inverter and split charger were installed along with supply sockets and work surface.

LDV - Sliding Roof Carriage installationTo this vehicle we installed an NX25 mast with a sliding roof carriage. The appropriate NC3/12 12V DC was used which is fully capable of extending the mast to the max height of 25m. This installation featured a stabilising beam, cable guides, mast cover, double mast steps and the essential top guy assembly for prolonged use and windy weather conditions.

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Push Up Mast

GRP Push-up Telescopic Mast

• Strong GRP Construction• Maintenence Free• Special Non-Slip Torsional Locking Collars

Kit Consists Of:• Canvas kit bag• Guy kit, including hammer & stakes

Optional Extras• Rapid Deployment Vehicle Kit• Available in green or metallic finish• Antenna mounting clamps

SpecsExtended Height 6.1m (20ft) 10m (33ft)

Retracted Height 1.7m (5.6ft) 2.35m (7.5ft)

Weight 3kg (6.5lbs) 6kg (13lbs)

Max. Headload 8kg (17.5lbs) 6kg (13lbs)Base Tube Dia. 50.8mm (2") 57mm (2 1/4")Top Tube Dia. 30mm (1 1/4") 30mm (1 1/4")

No. of Sections 4 5 Part No. GRP20/SYS GRP30/SYS

Military Style Part No. RP20/SYS/G/MIL RP30/SYS/G/MIL

TPM Push-up Telescopic Mast

The SMC push up telescopic mast is a lightweight version of the Hilomast. It has been designed so that it can be used as either a hand operated push up mast or pneumatically assisted mast. Deployment of the pneumatic version can be carried out by either using a footpump, stirrup pump or one of the SMC range of compressors.

There are several mounting arrangements available for the installation of masts. They can be mounted either internally or externally to a vehicle or building. For erecting masts on open ground, base guy assemblies are available, which are best suited for green-field mounting. A rapid deployment unit is available for all sizes of TPM masts, which can be held under the wheel of a vehicle.


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Mast Retracted Height Extended Height

Vertical Headload

Maximum Wind Speed Unguyed

Maximum Wind Speed c/w Top Guys

R1

metres metres kg kph kph metres

TPM8 1.47 8 10 75 120 4

TPM10 1.75 10 8.50 65 100 5

TPM12 2.02 12 7 55 85 6

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TPM 8 TPM 10 TPM 12

Side Mounting NSM/74 NSM/74 NSM/74

Base Guy Assy NBG/TPM-8 NBG/TPM-10 NBG/TPM-12

Pivot Mount Guy Assy w/Stakes

NBG/TPM/PMB NBG/TPM/PMB NBG/TPM/PMB

RDU RDU/TPM-8 RDU/TPM-10 RDU/TPM-12

Top Guy w/Stakes NUG/TPM/8 NUG/TPM/10 NUG/TPM/12

Military Style Push Up w/Spigot

TPM8/16 TPM10/16 TPM12/16

Military Style Pneumatic w/Spigot

TPM8/PN/16 TPM10/PN/16 TPM12/PN/16

Foot Pump NFP1 NFP1 NFP1

Air Supply NC1 NC1 NC1

Guying Distance

Options and AccessoriesNFP1

NC1

PFC - Portable Push-Up Fibreglass Composite Mast

The PFC series of the telescopic masts have a base section diameter of 85.6mm and are operated by hand. The mast sections are made of a fibreglass/carbon fibre sandwich that gives a very light weight, durable mast. Each section has a locking collar and dampening valves that control the speed at which the mast is lowered. The mast is designed for portable applications such as mobile communication equipment.


HeightRetracted

Number OfSections

DiameterOf Top

Section

DiameterOf BaseSection

VerticalHeadload

Max. WindSpeed

Unguyed

Max. WindSpeed

With TopGuys

Max. Sail Area

BasicWeight Of

Mast

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PFC 7.5 7.5 1.93 5 65.6 85.6 12 N/A 120 1400 6*

PFC 9 9.02 2 6 60.6 85.6 10 N/A 100 1400 7*

PFC 12 12.3 2.1 8 50.6 85.6 9 N/A 85 1400 9*




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Codan’s NGT has set an industry standard in HF radio communications with its state of the art features like:

• A user-friendly handset with menu driven access, smart address book, programmable hot keys and direct dialling for ease of use.

• Standard in-built Easitalk - a Codan designed DSP (Digital Signal Processing) noise reduction system - at a push of a button.

• Revolutionary Codan Automated Link Management - CALM® - compatible with FED STD-1045 ALE for automatic channel selection and dialling. Other features of CALM include automated network management, simultaneous selcall / ALE operation, turbo scanning, virtual service addressing, immediate system availability and sounding activity reduction.

• Voice Encryptor - an analogue encryption that provides a high level of privacy and tactical security to suit military purposes or any commercial requirements. It uses the unique patented SAFE encryption technology, which does not require synchronisation and allows communication to be conducted successfully and efficiently even across poor channel conditions. Other features include secure conference calls, ability to change code at any time and excellent quality of signal reconstruction.

HF Radio

Codan NGT System

Described as being the most advanced commercial HF radio in the world. this transceiver sets a new standard in HF radio with digital voice, software upgradability, IP capability, multi-language support and an embedded software modem. It has Ethernet and USB connectivity, a large-high resolution colour display and multi-language user interface — combined with legendary performance and SMC service support. The envoy is quick and easy to install in a vehicle, with a space-saving design that enables you to conveniently mount the handset and RF unit separately. Envoy is also the only HF base system with a purpose-built smart desktop console that gives you maximum operational flexibility and full remote control capability of all HF radios on your network. Envoy’s software-defined architecture enables you to download and upgrade new capabilities through software to ensure your investment is future-proof. Envoy’s digital voice capability delivers clearly intelligible speech no matter the conditions, ensuring you’re always heard, loud and clear It has an icon-based full-colour user interface, USB Smartloader, and intuitive programming, so is easy to operate and minimises the need for training. Envoy is the only IP capable and wireless-network interoperable HF radio of its kind, so you can remotely program it from your desktop — from anywhere in the world. With the ability to support an unlimited number of additional languages, it provides you with a truly customisable communications solution no matter where you operate. Through the fully embedded

software modem, it provides advanced internal features such as high-speed data, email, and chat messaging for a compact cost-effective solution

• Clear and reliable long range analogue and digital communications• Versatile for mobile, base, and complex systems deployments• Exceptional digital and analogue voice clarity• Future proof software defined architecture• Intuitive colour, multi-lingual graphical user interface• Unparalleled RF performance• Integrated, encrypted data capability• Standards-based;• CCIR 493-4 Selcall• FED-STD-1045 / MIL-STD-188-141B ALE• MIL-STD-188-110A/B (STANAG 4539) Data• MELPe (STANAG 4591) / Codan digital voice• AES-256 / CES-128 Encryption

Codan Envoy HF Transceiver

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SpecificationsFrequency range Rx 0.030–29.999999 MHz*1

Tx 1.600–29.999999 MHz*2

*1-Guaranteed range: 0.5–29.999999 MHz*2-Not guaranteed for some frequency bands

Mode USB, LSB, CW, RTTY (FSK), AM

Number of memory Ch. 99 (Duplex) +1 (Call channel)

Frequency stability Less than ±200 Hz from 1 min. to60 min. after power ON. After that

rate of stability less than ±30 Hz/hr.at +25°C (+77°F). Temperature fluctuations

0°C to +50°C (+32°F to+122°F) less than ±350 Hz

Power supply requirement

13.8 V DC ±15 % (negative ground)

Current drain (at 13.8 V DC)

Receive: Stand-by 1.3 A

max. audio 2.0 A Transmit:

max. power 20.0 A

Operating temp. range –10°C to +60°C; +14°F to +140°F

Antenna connector SO-239 (50 Ω)

Dimensions (projections not

included)

240(W)×95(H)×239(D) mm97⁄16(W)×33⁄4(H)×913⁄32(D) in

Weight (approx.) 3.8 kg

ACC connector 13-pin

REMOTE connector 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm

Durable, powerful constructionThe IC-78 delivers a powerful 100 W of output power, providing the talk power you need to reach the most distant locations. Its one-piece, die-cast aluminum construction combined with a large heat sink, helps keep internal temperatures down and ensures that operation is stable at high duty cycles. And its compact size of 240(W)× 95(H)×239(D) mm* makes installation easy. *97⁄16(W)×33⁄4(H)×913⁄32(D) in.Simple operationThe IC-78 is equipped with a large easy-toread LCD. A minimum number of switches and controls allow for superior feature selectability. Keys access functions directly–there’s no secondary function key. You can enter your operating frequency*, or memory channel number directly from the 10- key pad. *depending on versionAmple 99 channels with 8-digit channel name capabilityAn affordable 99 duplex memory channels are available for storing individual transmit and receive frequencies, operating mode, filter setting, as well as 8-character channel names. You can enter channel assignments easily from the 10-key pad. In addition, an extra 1 call memory is available for storing the most often used, or most important frequency. An independent, one-touch recall switch is available.Superior basic performanceA 4-element system is employed for the 1st receive mixer, providing superior receive IMD, especially from in-band, nearby interfering signals. A well-designed double-conversion system to help minimize image and spurious responses for better signal fidelity, is also built-in. A newly designed PLL circuit has been adopted to improve C/N ratio characteristics. The combination of the 4- element system mixer and new PLL circuit allows superior basic performance.Front mounted loudspeakerWith the speaker facing the operator, audio sounds can be clearly heard without impediment during operation. It is no longer necessary to manually increase the volume to try and capture audio sounds.High frequency stabilityWhen the optional CR-338 high stability crystal unit is installed, it allows up to ±0.5 ppm of extremely high stable operation.

Flexible filter selectionAn optional IF filter can be installed into the transceiver, providing 5 passband widths selectable in SSB, CW or RTTY modes.VFO mode operation*For continuous frequency operation, VFO mode operation* capability is available. It is convenient when searching for signals, around the programmed frequencies, such as short wave broadcasts, etc. *depending on version

Direct channel selectionA 10-key pad has been adopted on the front panel. A channel number, or an operating frequency*, can be entered from the keypad directly. Also, memory channel editing is possible. A large channel selector and up/down keys are available to suit your operating style for your convenience. Total and simple operation is provided! *depending on versionNoise blankerTo reduce pulse-type noise, a level adjustable noise blanker is built-in. Various levels of pulse-type noise, such as from car ignitions, etc., can be reduced.Pre-amp. and attenuatorA pre-amplifier and an RF attenuator are adopted for more pleasant reception. Convenient when weaksignals or extremely strong signals are received, to present better quality readability.

Cloning capabilityProgrammed data cloning capability between transceivers is available, so that an identical transceiver setting can be made immediately.

Built-in 2-tone alarm*The 2-tone alarm for an emergency signal transmission is built-in*. Independent tone switch is adopted for quick and simple emergency calls. *depending on version

SQL/RF gain controllerIn addition to the squelch control, an RF gain control is available, and the controller is combined with the squelch control. The RF gain adjusts minimum response receiver gain, and ignores signals weaker than the pre-set level— providing pleasant stand-by, or scanning. The SQL/RF GAIN controller action is selectable from squelch only, RF gain only or combined, in the SET mode according to your operating style and mode.

Data communicationsIn addition to the current voice and key operation, FSK (First Shift Keying) type RTTY mode is available. By connecting a terminal unit or terminal node controller to the ACC socket on the rear panel, data acquisition and text-base file transfers and other data communication can be made. On RTTY, shift width, tone frequencies and polarization are also selectable.

Other features• Built-in mic. compressor increases average talk power• Complete CW features• Variety of scanning function types• IF shift interference rejection• Built-in antenna tuner control circuitand selectable antenna tuner• Hand microphone is supplied• VOX capability, and more...

Superior features support serious communications

HF Transceiver IC-78The IC-78 is a high performance HF transceiver. Innovative features such as 99 memory channels, high C/N ratio, direct channel entering, data communication capabilities and more, offer easy operation for anyone. All these features come in a compact, rugged package that can be conveniently used in a base station or in a vehicle, as you prefer.

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SpecificationsFrequency coverage

(Unit : MHz):Rx 0.5– 29.9999 (continuous)

Tx 1.6–29.9999** Some frequency ranges are not guaranteed.

Type of emission* : J3E (USB, LSB), J2B (AFSK), F1B (FSK), A1A (CW), A3E (AM)

* J3E and A3E only at factory default for Australia versionNumber of channels : 400 regular channels, 100 ALE channelsAntenna impedance : 50Ω (SO-239)

Power supply requirement :

13.8V DC (10.8–15.6V)

Current drain (at 13.8V DC):

Operating temp. range : –10°C to +60°CFrequency stability : ±50Hz (at –10°C to +60°C)

Dimensions (W×H×D; projections not included):Main unit 240×72×239mm; 9 7⁄16×2 27⁄32×9 13⁄32 in

Controller 150×50×51mm; 5 29⁄32×1 31⁄32×2 inSpeaker 106×62×46mm; 4 3⁄16×2 7⁄16×1 13⁄16 in

Weight :Main unit 4.6kg; 10.1lbController 220g; 7.7ozSpeaker 370g; 13oz

Selective callUses a unique calling address like a telephone number and allows you to make a call directly to a desired station or group. Compatible with other brands of radios.

ALE (Automatic Link Establishment) functionThis function will check frequency propagation and strength to auto-matically select the highest quality signal for the best communication possible.

Versatile configurationThe controller and speaker are separated from the main unit. Also, the size of the main unit in particular has been reduced, so that the IC-F7000 can be installed almost anywhere.

SelcallMake an individual/group call using a unique 4-digit (or 6-digit) address. The receiving station sends back an acknowledge (ACK) signal and the scanning stops to allow you to communicate.

Other capabilities available with selective call and ALE

Selective beacon callSelective beacon call allows you to check the propagation before an individ-ual/ group call.The receiving station sends back an ACK signal and continues scanning.

GPS beacon callGPS beacon call*1 allows you to request the intended ID station to send position information.The receiving station automatically sends back position information.

GPS position callGPS position call*1 allows you to send your own position information to the intended ID station.

Status callStatus call*1 requests to send radio status information including power supply voltage, output power and VSWR. This allows you to monitor the radio station from a remote location.

PagecallPagecall*1 allows you to send and receive up to 64-character text messag-es with the intended ID station. Received messages are recorded in the memory of the radio.

TelcallTelcall*2 allows you to make a telephone call through a telephone interconnect service provider. Up to a 16-digit telephone number can be programmed.Emergency selcallAllows you to broadcast an emergency signal with own position information.RFDS emergency call*The RFDS (Royal Flying Doctor Service) emergency call uses a 2-Tone signal for an emergency call. (* Australia version only)ALE soundingAutomatically sends a sounding signal at a certain interval (0.5–16 hours) to check the channel propagation and stores the data in a table.

ALE individual/net callAutomatically selects the best available channel using the ALE table and establishes a connection. The ALE system complies with the basic require-ments of MIL-STD 188-141-B (Appendix A).

ALE AMD (Automatic Message Display)Allows you to send and receive up to a 90-character text message using the ALE function.Received messages are stored in the memory of the radio.

*1 GPS position call, GPS beacon call, Pagecall and Status call use Icom original commands. These calls may not be compatible with other brands.*2 Please consult with a telephone interconnect service provider for details.

HF Transceiver IC-F7000

Advanced selective call and ALE make HF communication easier than ever!The IC-F7000 is an HF land mobile transceiver especially designed for long distance communications. Such communications used to require specially skilled operators, but the IC-F7000 makes HF LMR operation simple and efficient with the following advanced functions and features.


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SpecificationsFrequency coverage Receive: 0.5–29.9999MHz,

Transmit: 1.6–29.9999MHz Type of emission J3E, A3E (RX only) (Australia versions)

J3E, A3E, A1A, F1B, J2B (Export/USA versions)

Number of channels 500 channelsNumber of addresses Selcall 500 channels, ALE 500 channels

Operating temperature –30°C to +60°C; –22°F to +140°FFrequency stability ±0.3ppm (at –30°C to +60°C)

Power supply requirement

13.8V DC Negative ground10.8–15.6V (Australia versions)

11.73–15.87V (Export/USA versions)Antenna impedance 50Ω (SO-239)

Current drain Receive - Less than 3A (Max. audio), 1.0A (Stand-by)

Transmit - Less than 28A (Maximum output)

Dimensions (W×H×D)(Projections not

included)

174×62×259 mm; 6.85×2.44×10.2 in(Controller attached type)

Weight (approx.) 3.9kg; 8.6lb (Controller attached type)

Rock Solid Basics:ALE (Automatic Link Establishment)ALE is a system that automatically selects the most suitable channel and establishes a communication link. ALE provides interoperability with other 2G ALE manufactures compliant with the FED-STD-1045A ALE standard. ALE individual call, net call, sounding and AMD (Automatic message display) are available.

Selcall (Selective Calling)The IC-F8101 provides CCIR493 based 4/6 digit open standards Selcalls, commonly used in HF network and calls based on the 4/6 digit scheme used in the Icom IC-F7000. Selcall types: selective calling, phone call, message call, position call, status call, emergency call and channel test call. Stun command remotely disables radio operation.

Compact and DurableThe IC-F8101 has a durable, enclosed structure securely sealed from intrusionby all potential elements, and is a visibly compact package. The IC-F8101 and the CFU-F8100 cooling fan unit has been tested to MIL-STD-810-G and IP54 ratings. Also, connection cables and connectors are IP54 water resistant.

125W* of Powerful RF OutputA full 125W* output power at full duty cycle voice mode operation is possible with the fanless design. A 25% duty cycle operation is possible in the data mode (Maximum 5 minutes of continuous transmission). When used with the CFU-F8100 optional external cooling fan unit, the IC-F8101 ensures full duty cycle data and voice mode operations for absolute reliability during long continuous transmit cycles, or for operation in hot climates. * 100W for Australia versions.

BITE (Built-in Test Equipment) FunctionYou can check the transceiver’s condition by using the BITE capability. Auto, logic, receiver, and transmitter are selectable.

A Benchmark for Ease and Convenience:User Friendly OperationThe IC-F8101 is designed for simple, straight forward operation. The Administrator/User access feature limits the functions that can be accessed by the user. The Ad-ministrator can enter the operating frequency and assign memory channels from the front panel or the remote control microphone. The following functions can be assigned to the [I], [II], and [III] function buttons: Main menu, Manager menu, Set mode, Selcall address list, RX history, and TX history.

Clear Talk FunctionThe clear talk function separates signals from noise using the DSP, and gives you clearer audio at the touch of a button.

Function button menus are shown at the bottom

of the display

Mute FunctionsThe IC-F8101 has 3 types of mute functions: call squelch, S-meter squelch and voice squelch. The call squelch function opens the squelch only when receiving a Selcall or ALE call sent intentionally to this station, and provides quiet standby.

Digital Signal Processor (DSP)The latest DSP technology improves both the transmitter and receiver per-formance. The digital IF filter provides flexible filter settings for narrow band signals.

Three types of controller configurations: Three types of controller configurations are availableto suit almost any use or installation that may be required.

Controller attached typeIdeal for standard desktop use or quick set-up in a field station

Remote control microphone type*For even more convenient use of the radio, especially during mobile operation.

Detached controller type*Stow the RF unit in a convenient place for in-vehicle use or where space is at a premium.

* For the detached controller and remote control microphone types, an optional separation cable is required. (Purchase separately)

Your Professional HF Needs Catered to in One Complete Package

HF Transceiver IC-F8101

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Two types of high performance, automatic high-speed tuning antennas areavailable.

AH-760, Heavy-duty Moving Coil Antenna• 200W PEP SSB, 125W PEP CW/DATA• 1.6MHz–29.999MHz wide frequency coverage with the

supplied whip antenna• 350mS high speed tuning (while memory tuning)• Tested to IP68 and MIL-STD-810G environmental standards

AH-740, Relay-Driven Compact Antenna• Relay-driven compact automatic tuning antenna• Compact and lightweight (3.5kg)

• 150mS typical high speed tuning (while memory tuning)• Low power consumption (0.4A typical)

AH-5NV NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave) kitFiberglass antenna element (4.5m; 14.8ft) for short range communication within approximately 500km* (* Depending on radio propagation conditions)

NVIS Kit (Option for AH-760 and AH-740)

AH-5NV

Specifications AH-760 AH-740Frequency coverage

With 1.54m whip antennaWith AH-5NV

1.6–29.9999MHz1.6–16.0000MHz

2.5–29.9999MHz2.2–29.9999MHz

Output power rating SSB: 200W PEP*,CW/DATA: 125W PEP*

SSB/DATA: 125W PEP

VSWRWith 1.54m whip antenna

With AH-5NV1.3:1 typical (50Ω)1.5:1 typical (50Ω)

1.5:1 typical (50Ω)1.5:1 typical (50Ω)

Tuning speed New channel Memory tune

Less than 1.8 SLess than 350 mS

2–3 S typical150 mS typical

Number of memory channels 200 channels 45 channels Operating temperature –40°C to +70°C; –40°F to +158°F

Power supply requirement 13.8V DC (10.8–15.87V) Power consumption 1.87A typical (tuning) 0.4A typical

Tune power 5–15W PEP, Rated 10W PEP 5–15W PEP, Rated 10W PEPDimensions (W×H×D)

(Projections not included) Height (with whip + spring)

840×100×100 mm;33.07×3.94×3.94 in (Base unit)

2475 mm; 97.44 in

238×145×160 mm;9.37×5.71×6.3 in (Base unit)

1909 mm; 75.16 in Weight (approx.) 5.2kg; 11.5lb 3.5kg; 7.7lb

Mounting M16×45mm M16×45mmEnvironmental test MIL-STD-810-G MIL-STD-810-G

IP Rating IP 68 dust-tight and waterproof IP 55 dust-protection and water jet resistance

Supplied accessories 6m; 19.7ft control cable and 6m; 19.7ft coaxial cable AH-760 AH-740Above photos include mount-ing bases for photo shooting.* Maximum 6 minute continuous transmission at 35°C.

HF RadioAntennas

Automatic Tuning Antennas - AH-760 (Wide frequency) & AH-740 (Compact)


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Hytera Digital and Analogue Radio Products

Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) is an open digital radio standard produced by European Telecommunication Standards Institute (ETSI). Being capable of voice, data and a range of other features and applications in conventional and trunking mode, DMR has received global recognitions.

Hytera TETRA Equipment and Systems

TETRA is a standard for digital trunked radio that provides multifarious wireless communication solutions for different comprehensive situations due to its powerful dispatcher and data transmission services. Hytera offers a number of TETRA terminals that meet the open ETSI standard TETRA.

HF Packages & Hytera Products

MOBILE PACKAGE BASE STATIONRADIO IC-78

MOBILE ANTENNAAUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER

VEHICLE INSTALL KIT

Part No: SMCHF/MP1

RADIO IC-78POWER SUPPLY

MAST (PA2) 30mts COAX & PLUGS

ANTENNA (TFDBBE)Part No: SMCHF/BP1

OPTION

1

OPTION

2

OPTION

3

MOBILE PACKAGE BASE STATIONRADIO IC-F7000

AT230 AUTO TUNING ANTENNAVEHICLE INSTALL KIT

Part No: SMCHF/MP2

RADIO IC-F7000POWER SUPPLY

MAST (PA2)30mts COAX & PLUGSANTENNA (TFDBBE)

Part No: SMCHF/BP2

MOBILE PACKAGE BASE STATIONRADIO IC-F8101

AH-760 AUTO TUNING ANTENNAVEHICLE INSTALL KIT

Part No: SMCHF/MP3

RADIO IC-F8101POWER SUPPLY

MAST (PA2)30mts COAX & PLUGSANTENNA (TFDBBE)

Part No: SMCHF/BP3

PA2

TFDBBE

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Motorola Mototrbo DMR RadiosSL4000/SL4010 Portable Two-Way Radio

From the concierge desk to the convention centre, MOTOTRBO™ SL4000 Series keeps you instantly connected and in control. So incredibly thin and light, the SL4000 Series is the ultimate in discreet communications. Versatile and powerful, the MOTOTRBO SL4000 Series portable radio is designed to meet the communication needs of customers in the hospitality, services, security and airport industries. Weighing as little as your average smartphone, its slim design and forward-thinking features such as Intelligent Audio, integrated Bluetooth and covert mode, enhance your level of professionalism and discretion so you can provide superior customer service and faster response times.

With the MOTOTRBO SL4000 Series, we’ve remastered digital two-way communications and redefined everything you expect radio to be. Our expanded and complete portfolio of MOTOTRBO portable radios, mobile radios, repeaters, accessories, data applications, software and services can transform your enterprise. And empower your people with clearer voice, real-time data and discreet communications so they can collaborate like never before. For total peace of mind, Service from the Start is also available for all your repair needs, That’s Digital Remastered

SpecificationFrequency band: UHF-1Frequency range: UHF (403-470 MHz)Repeater capable: YesPower output: 2W - UHFBattery life (based on a 05/05/90 duty cycle):

11.5 hours in digital mode

Standard battery chem-istry type:

Lithium Ion

2 Watt: YesEmergency button: YesKeypad : FullDisplay: FullWeight (with standard battery):

5.39 oz / 153 g

Dimensions H x W x D (with standard battery):

4.76 x 2.17 x .68 inches (121 x 55 x 17.4 mm)

Transmit interrupt: YesChannel spacing (kHz): 12.5 (6.25 efficient)

SpecificationVoice announcement: YesVibrate alert: YesIntelligent audio: YesCloning : With cableProgrammable buttons: YesVoice operated transmit (VOX):

Yes

Time out timer: YesTalkaround: YesText messaging capable: YesScan types: Normal, Priority,

Dual priority, Nui-sance channel delete, Talk group

Phone book: YesGroup call: YesOne to one calling: YesMissed call alerts: Yes

SpecificationCPS (Customer Program-ming Software):

Yes

Number of channels: 1, 000Channel scan: YesLone worker: YesCaller ID: YesCall tones: YesCall forward: YesBusy channel lockout: YesIntegrated voice and data:

Yes

System type: ConventionalDigital technology: YesMil spec: 810 C, 810 D, 810

E, 810 F, 810 GNoise reduction soft-ware:

Yes

IP Standards: IP54



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Monitoring supply needs on a manufacturing line or reporting an incident on a construction site, how do you keep employees connected and safe? MOTOTRBO digital radio solutions can help by putting the power of digital communications within reach.

Equip your team with the world’s most scalable digital radio solution. The DP2400/DP2600 offers best-in-class audio in a scalable solution to your demanding communication needs. Intelligent Audio and voice announcement features enable easy communication in difficult work environments. Also, it’s analogue interoperable, enabling you to make the transition to digital at your own pace, all at a value that stands up to the competition.

Available in UHF and VHF frequency bands, the DP2400 is a non-display model that features 16-channel capacity, three programmable buttons and IP55 specifications for water protection.

Available in UHF and VHF frequency bands, the DP2600 features a 2-line display and limited keypad for easy menu navigation with 128-channel capacity, three programmable buttons and IP55 specifications for water protection

SpecificationPower output: 1W/4W - UHF, 1W/5W

- VHFBattery life (based on a 05/05/90 duty cycle):

11.5 hours in digital mode, 8 hours in analog mode

Frequency band: VHF, UHF4/5 Watt: YesRepeater capable: YesStandard battery chemis-try type:

Lithium Ion

1 Watt: YesEmergency button: ProgrammableKeypad: NoneDisplay: No displayWeight (with standard battery):

9.3 oz (265 g)


122 x 56 x 36.4 mm (4.80 x 2.20 x 1.43 in.)

Transmit interrupt: YesDigital private line: Yes

SpecificationPrivate line: YesMonitor/Permanent (Sticky) Monitor:

Yes

Lone worker: YesVoice announcement: YesSignalling: MDC (Encode/Decode),

Quik-Call II (Encode/De-code), DTMF Encode

Intelligent audio: YesProgrammable buttons: YesVoice operated transmit (VOX):

Yes

Time out timer: YesTalkaround: YesScan types: Normal, Priority, Dual

priority, Nuisance chan-nel delete, Talk group, All group, System, Home revert

Phone book: Yes

SpecificationGroup call: YesOne to one calling: YesMissed call alerts: YesCPS (Customer Program-ming Software):

Yes

Channel spacing: 6.25, 12.5, 25Number of channels: 16Channel scan: YesCaller ID: YesCall tones: YesCall forward: YesBusy channel lockout: YesSystem type: ConventionalDigital technology: YesIP Standards: IP55Mil spec: 810 C, 810 D, 810 E,

810 F, 810 GNoise reduction software: Yes

SpecificationPower output: 1W/4W - UHF, 1W/5W

- VHFBattery life (based on a 05/05/90 duty cycle):

11.5 hours in digital mode, 8 hours in analog mode

Frequency band: VHF, UHF4/5 Watt: YesRepeater capable: YesStandard battery chemistry type:

Lithium Ion

1 Watt: YesEmergency button: ProgrammableKeypad: LimitedDisplay: LimitedWeight (with standard battery):

10 oz (285 g)


4.80 x 2.20 x 1.43 in. (122 x 56 x 36.4 mm)

Transmit interrupt: YesDigital private line: Yes

SpecificationPrivate line: YesMonitor/Permanent (Sticky) Monitor:

Yes

Lone worker: YesVoice announcement: YesSignalling: MDC (Encode/Decode),

Quik-Call II (Encode/De-code), DTMF Encode

Intelligent audio: YesProgrammable buttons: YesVoice operated transmit (VOX):

Yes

Time out timer: YesTalkaround: YesScan types: Normal, Priority, Dual

priority, Nuisance chan-nel delete, Talk group, All group, System, Home revert

Phone book: Yes

SpecificationGroup call: YesOne to one calling: YesMissed call alerts: YesCPS (Customer Program-ming Software):

Yes

Channel spacing: 12.5, 25Number of channels: 128Channel scan: YesCaller ID: YesCall tones: YesCall forward: YesBusy channel lockout: YesSystem type: ConventionalDigital technology: YesIP Standards: IP55Mil spec: 810 C, 810 D, 810 E,

810 F, 810 GNoise reduction software: Yes

DP2400/DP2600 Portable Two-Way Radios

DP2400 Portable Two-Way Radios

DP2600 Portable Two-Way Radios

DP2400 DP2600

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Motorola Mototrbo DMR RadiosDM4400 / DM4401 Mobile Two-way Radio

From the delivery driver crisscrossing the city to the sanitation crew clearing streets, your employees work smarter and safer with the MOTOTRBO™ DM4000 Series mobile two-way radio. This fully-featured mobile transforms your enterprise, delivering unrivaled voice and data communications with integrated Bluetooth audio and data*, integrated GPS*, and text messaging. You also get best-in-class audio that includes Intelligent Audio and a customisable voice announcement feature. * DM4401 model only

SpecificationFrequency band: VHFPower levels: 1-25W, 25-45W (VHF);

1-25W, 25-40W (UHF)Frequency range: VHF: 136-174 MHz, UHF:

403-470 MHzDimensions H x W x D: 2.1 x 6.9 x 8.1 inches (53.3

x 175.3 x 205.7 mm)Display: Numeric, LED indicatorsConfigurations: Dash MountKeypad: NoEmergency button: ProgrammableAvailable option board: YesBluetooth: Integrated Bluetooth data,

Integrated Bluetooth audioAncillary products: Emergency switch, External

speaker, Desktop micro-phone, Visor microphone

SpecificationVoice announcement: YesTransmit interrupt: YesIntelligent audio: YesChannel spacing: 12.5, 20, 25Emergency signalling: YesGPS capable: YesIntegrated voice and data:

Yes

Lone worker: YesMemory channel: YesOne-to-one calling: YesPC programmable: YesPublic address mode: YesScan: Priority, Nuisance channel

delete, Talk groupSelective radio inhibit: YesProgrammable buttons: Yes

SpecificationSignal strength indi-cator:

Yes

Signalling: PL/DPL, MDC, Quik-Call II, 5 Tone

Talkaround: YesText messaging ca-pable:

Yes

Time out timer: YesX-pand voice com-pression and low level expansion:

Yes

System type: ConventionalDigital technology: YesMil spec: 810 C, 810 D, 810 E, 810

F, 810 GIP Standards: IP54

DM4600 / DM4601 Mobile Two-way Radio

From the delivery driver crisscrossing the city to the sanitation crew clearing streets, your employees work smarter and safer with the MOTOTRBO™ DM4000 Series mobile two-way radio. This fully-featured mobile transforms your enterprise, delivering unrivaled voice and data communications with integrated Bluetooth audio and data*, integrated GPS*, text messaging and a

full 4-line colour display with day/night mode to make reading work order tickets and text messages easier. You also get best-in-class audio that includes Intelligent Audio and a customisable voice announcement feature. * DM4601 model onl

SpecificationFrequency band: VHFPower levels: 1-25W, 25-45W (VHF); 1-25W,

25-40W (UHF)Frequency range: VHF: 136-174 MHz, UHF: 403-

470 MHzDimensions H x W x D: 2.1 x 6.9 x 8.1 inches (53.3 x

175.3 x 205.7 mm)Display: Alphanumeric, LED indicatorsConfigurations: Dash MountKeypad: NoEmergency button: ProgrammableAvailable option board: YesVoice announcement: YesTransmit interrupt: YesIntelligent audio: Yes

SpecificationChannel spacing: 12.5, 20, 25Emergency signalling: YesGPS capable: YesIntegrated voice and data:

Yes

Lone worker: YesOne-to-one calling: YesPC programmable: YesPublic address mode: YesScan: Priority, Nuisance channel

delete, Talk groupSelective radio inhibit: YesProgrammable buttons: YesSignal strength indi-cator:

Yes

SpecificationSignalling: PL/DPL, MDC, Quik-Call II, 5

ToneTalkaround: YesText messaging ca-pable:

Yes

Time out timer: YesX-pand voice com-pression and low level expansion:

Yes

System type: ConventionalDigital technology: YesMil spec: 810 C, 810 D, 810 E, 810 F,

810 GIP Standards: IP54


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SpecificationFrequency range: VHF: 136-174 MHz.

UHF: 403–470 MHz. UHF-2: 450-512 MHz.

Frequency band: VHF, UHF, UHF-2Power levels: 1-25W, 25-45W (VHF);

1-25W, 25-40W (UHF)Dimensions H x W x D: 2.01 x 6.89 x 8.11 in.

(51 x 175 x 206 mm)Available option board: YesWeight: 4.0 lbs. (1.8kg)Emergency button: ProgrammableDisplay: NumericBuilt-in speaker: Yes

DM 3401/3400 Series Mobile Two-Way Radio

SpecificationConfigurations: Remote Mount

CapableChannel spacing: 12.5, 25Text messaging capable: YesGPS capable: YesAdvanced Software Features:

Remote monitor

Integrated voice and data:

Yes

Programmable buttons: YesEmergency signalling: YesAncillary products: Desktop microphone

SpecificationAncillary products: Emergency switch,

Visor microphoneChannel spacing: 12.5, 25Channels: 32Ancillary products: Emergency switch,

Visor microphoneScan: Dual priorityGPS capable: YesText messaging capable: YesSystem type: ConventionalDigital technology: YesMil spec: 810 E, 810 F

SpecificationFrequency range: VHF: 136-174 MHz.

UHF: 403–470 MHz. UHF-2: 450-512 MHz.

Frequency band: VHF, UHF, UHF-2Power levels: 1-25W, 25-45W

(VHF); 1-25W, 25-40W (UHF)

Encryption: YesAvailable option board: YesBuilt-in speaker: YesWeight: 4.0 lbs. (1.8kg)

SpecificationDisplay: NumericDimensions H x W x D: 2.01 x 6.89 x 8.11

in. (51 x 175 x 206 mm)

Emergency button: ProgrammableKeypad: TrueScan: Dual priorityChannel spacing: 12.5, 25Programmable buttons: YesAncillary products: Emergency switch,

Visor microphone

SpecificationAdvanced Software Features:

Remote Monitor

Integrated voice and data:

Yes

Channels: 32Emergency signalling: YesText messaging capable:

Yes

Digital technology: YesSystem type: ConventionalMil spec: 810 E, 810 F

MTR3000 Base Station/Repeater

MTR3000 is a MOTOTRBO™ integrated voice and data base-station/repeater designed to meet the requirements of small public safety, utilities and professional organizations.

The MTR3000 operates in digital mode in MOTOTRBO Conventional, IP Site Connect, Capacity Plus and Connect Plus systems delivering increased capacity, spectral efficiency, integrated data applications and enhanced voice communications.

In addition the MTR3000 can also operate in analogue mode for conventional and LTR®/PassPort® Trunking systems providing a flexible high power base station/repeatern

DR 3000 Repeater

The DR 3000 repeater is a continuous-duty unit that supports two simultaneous voice or data paths in digital TDMA mode. It mounts easily in wall or rack systems.

This repeater is part of the MOTOTRBO series, delivering increased capacity and spectrum efficiency, integrated data communications and enhanced voice communications through a complete solution

The DM 3401/3400 mobile two-way radio features 32 channels and an exceptionally bright numeric LED display. It enables easy migration with operational capability in both analog and digital, and is available in UHF, UHF-2 and VHF. This mobile radio is part of the MOTOTRBO series, which delivers increased capacity and spectrum efficiency, integrated data communications and enhanced voice communications through a complete solution

DM 3401 Series Mobile Two-Way Radio

DM 3400 Series Mobile Two-Way Radio

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Repeater/Base StationEclipse Repeater/Base Station

The ECLIPSE range is a totally new state of the art Base Station, Repeater system.

Following an extensive survey of user requirements, high reliability and superb performance were combined with many unique features to produce a superior, user friendly product.

Fully integrated 100% duty cycle, 25 – 100 watts base/repeater stations in the range from 66MHz to 900MHz. Various configurations of racks are available including floor saving wall mount cabinets

Features and Advantages• Exceptional systems performance.• Modular construction with independent Receivers and Transmitters. This

allows split RX and TX racking for convenient connection to multicouplers etc.

• Easily configured for Duplex, Simplex, Trunked or link applications.• Exciters can be used alone for 1-25 watt applications.• Separate High Power Amplifiers can be added for 25-150 watt output.• Transmitter power adjustable over a wide range to meet local licensing requirements.• Synthesized design with programming by IBM compatible PC through front panel RS232 port on each

Receiver and’Transmitter.• 100 channel capacity.• Individually programmable CTCSS with squelch tail elimination for each channel.• Programmable processor controlled repeater hang time.• Internal links for flat or emphasised audio response.• Wide Receiver and Transmitter frequency spreads.• The 19” rack module positions can be simply coded to automatically select channel and CTCSS tones.• All modules mate with readily available D range connectors.• DCS compatible without modification.• Direct FSK data transmission options are available for paging and data link applications.• Balanced 4 wire 600 Ohm and Unbalanced audio I/0.• Separate sub-audible ports allow tones and data to be repeated without regeneration, or for easy connection to tone panels.• Isolated DC loop for PTT and COR functions.• Built in diagnostics of low supply voltage, power out, reverse power, receive signal strength, VCO voltage, channel information, squelch

open/close, CTCSS, noise and carrier squelch.• Remote monitoring, channel change and programming through RS232 port.• Front panel display of alarm functions.• System monitoring and service made easy with “TecHelp” software.• 20 mSec TX/RX switching time for efficient data transmission.• Carrier adjustable squelch from -140 to -70 dBm.• Low signal alarm adjustable -140 to -70 dBm for point to point links etc.• Signal strength adaptive noise squelch virtually eliminates squelch tail on signals over 2 uV.• Operational over temperature range -30ºC to +60ºC.• Automatic protection with power reduction at high VSWR and temperature.• All external preset controls are multi-turn potentiometers.• Simulcast and Voting compatible.• Monitor speaker included in Receiver.• All modules operate from 13.8 Vdc (nominal 12v) supply.• Fully rated linear Power Supply available.


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Transportable Repeater

An easy to operate, fully weather-proof, portable repeater station, ideally suited to emergency operations.

• The SMC transportable repeater station has been specifically designed for use by security and rapid response emergency services.

• All the features designed into the new transportable unit are as a result of inputs from agencies having used it in real life emergency scenarios.

• The repeater is available as ‘in-band’ or ‘crossband’ and can operate with either two antennas (for wideband multi-channel operation) or have an on-board duplexer.

• A total of 4 channels available.• Transmit power 10W• The unit has a weather-proof connector for connection of an external

DC supply to provide for longer unattended operating life between charges.

• The standard repeater unit handles analogue speech but all forms of speech encryption are available including full digital crypto. (Subject to end user).

• Battery cable and fist microphone (for local operation) come as standard with the unit.

FP1 Power Supply

Desktop Housing and Integral Uninterruptible Power Supply for Hytera mobile transceivers.

The unit accepts an AC mains input of 85-264V, making it ideal for worldwide use as well as for situations where the AC mains voltage is unstable.

A small battery meter on the front panel provides a ‘health check’ of the internal battery, whether the unit is powered or not. The LED front panel is illuminated when mains power is available.

External DC terminals are fitted to the rear panel of the unit to allow an external 12V DC battery to be connected. This battery is charged by the internal power supply/charger.

Power Input:Either;85-264V, 47-63Hz AC 12 to 13.8V DCExternal 12V DC source, such as solar panel, wind generator, hand generator etc.

Internal battery backup operation time:Backup operation time: (based on 5% TX, 5% RX and 90% Standby); 14 hours

Weight:8.1kg

Width Depth Height

360mm (14”) 340mm (13”) 75mm (2.9”)

Dimensions (approx):

Easy release push catches User Interface

Weather-proof external DCconnector/charger socket

Weather-proof BNC antennasocket.

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RadioSystems &AccessoriesAnalogue/DMR to TETRA Crosslink

Based on our earlier highly successful transportable repeater, SMC have developed rugged transportable and fixed base station versions of a radio cross-link, to allow intercommunication between a TETRA system and either an analogue FM system or a DMR (Digital Mobile Radio) system. The crosslink unit features programmable transmit power outputs of up to 10W and will link any TETRA Talkgroup or Direct Mode Operation channel to either a DMR channel or talkgroup, or with the same equipment by simply changing channel, to an analogue FM two-way radio system, either normal or trunked MPT1327. Inter-network communication is thus totally transparent to the radio users.

Transportable VersionIt’s fully weatherproof and uses an internal rechargeable battery for power. A variety of charging option are available, including mains chargers, 12V DC input, solar panels, even additional transportable battery packs. The tough outer casing is available

in a variety of colours to suit individual user requirements, and both single antenna and dual antenna variants are available.

Fixed Base VersionThis is presented in a 3U high 19in rack, and may be supplied either for in-situ mounting in an existing equipment rack, or in a stand-along table top cabinet. Options include single antenna or two antenna operation, an external battery standby in case of main power failure, and comprehensive front panel channel/talkgroup mode selection, and local operator facility for direct communication.


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Lone Worker from SMC Gateway

Lone Worker Monitoring is a customisable application built using the SMC Gateway that will automatically check the wellbeing of radio users when they need it the most.

Users can simply activate Lone Worker Mode and set check-up intervals, allowing the SMC Gateway to monitor them.

The Lone Worker application is a cost effective solution that will save time and money without jeopardising workplace safety. The application will benefit even the smallest of organisations.

All applications built with the SMC Gateway can be easily edited to suit your needs.

Ensuring the safety of your workforce when they need it the most!• GPS/Area activation • Time activated• Safe areas• Man down

The SMC Gateway, improving health and safety procedures around the workplace. If a user fails to respond to an automated “Alive Check”, in a preset time interval, an emergency procedure will be triggered and relevant people alerted, without delay.

• Automated safety checks at preset intervals• Escalation• Alerts to multiple devices• Integrate a number of communication systems

CHECK - ASSESS - ALERT

xTIME ACTIVATIONAutomatically activate Lone Worker at a preset time, for example, at the start of a shift.

ALIVE CHECKThe SMC Gateway will automatically send “Alive Check” messages and if no response is received, escalate accordingly.

LOCATION ACTIVATIONA device can be prompted when entering/leaving a specific area, to activate or de-activate Lone Worker mode.

EMERGENCY ALERTUtilise the emergency button on a radio to trigger an alert/procedure. Additional information can be sent to relevant people to enhance response times.

HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTMonitor groups or individuals when they need it the most.

Autonomous lone worker monitoring system, controlled by radio with alert and alarm/escalation to other radio users.

MONITOR ON THE GOMonitor Lone Workers on a computer or mobile device, anywhere in the world.

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Features• Flexible built-in options to customise actions and messages based on

alarm input status• Intelligent interpretation of alarm output allows only the required data

to be communicated i.e. Alarm type, time, room number, etc.• Direct connection to Hytera MD655 mobile radios• Direct connection to Mototrbo mobile radios (USB)• Direct connection to Hytera repeaters (IP/LAN)• Email via internet or local server (SMTP)

Configuration Alarm Handler

Location TrackingRadio Management

TeleconnectLone Worker Advanced Application Builder

Other solutions in the Gateway Suite

Uses include• False alarm prevention. Allows alarms to be investigated before

sounding to prevent unnecessary evacuation.• Remote monitoring of un-staffed buildings• Replacement for legacy pager systems over DMR

Supported fire alarms include: Honeywell Notifier, Ziton, Kentec, C-Tec, Minerva, EMS & Gent.

SMC Gateway

Fire alarm

Fixed mobile radio

The SMC Gateway Alarm Handler connects to any alarm system, be it fire, intruder, nurse call or other system via RS232/hard wired input, enabling communication to digital radio networks, SMS messaging and email. Alarm Handler is one of the many interconnected applications common to the SMC gateway, which work together to provide flexible custom solutions.Further options include location tracking and Telephone interconnect.

Typical installation; fixed mobile radio & SMC Gateway

connected to the alarm system via serial, to provide pre-alarm, alarm & fault reporting to DMR

radios.

Option board with serial and GPIO SMS Messaging

Email

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Livetrack from SMC Gateway

Livetrack is a fully-featured and versatile stand-alone solution, totally browser based, with no need for any installation or bespoke software.It provides all the means required to track and control DMR-based mobile, portable and fixed terminals.This is one of many interconnected applications common to the SMC gateway, which work together to provide flexible custom solutions.

Features•Real Time GPS tracking•Custom mapping•Off-line mapping•Platform agnostic (web application)•Call logging•Short-term history, up to 10,000

logged events•Reporting of stored events•Geofencing

Location Tracking(GPS tracking)

Configuration Radio Management

Uses include•Safety of Personnel and Assets from real-time location

and status assessment•Route and time management•Maintenance monitoring•Alarm reporting•Email communication•Text messages

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Teleconnect from SMC Gateway

The SMC Gateway Teleconnect connects your Hytera digital radio system to any available telephone connection, whether this is GSM, VOIP or VSAT. Further options include one-touch emergency handling including GPS location tracking. Teleconnect is one of many interconnected applications common to the SMC gateway, which work together to provide flexible custom solutions.Features

• Supports PSTN / GSM / VoIP connections• Access control / authentication on inbound calls• Interactive Voice Response menu, fully customisable and

multilingual• Failover to alternative connections • Restrict outbound calls to known numbers, and/or pattern

matching (e.g. block calls to premium rate numbers)• Call logging and voice recording• Radio text to SMS• Inbound calling to individual radios and groups• Outbound calling to pre-set numbers and free dialling

Configuration Teleconnect


Radio Management

Lone Worker Advanced Application Builder

Alarm Handling


Uses include• Wide area incident response• Cellular PMR Bridging• Safety of life enhancement

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Service & Repair

SMC has a fully equipped radio service and production facility and is the only officially appointed Codan Service Centre for Europe, Middle East and Africa. Codan trained engineers ensure that your equipment is repaired in the most economical way, supported by what is probably the largest stock of Codan spares outside of Australia.

We specialise in planning and manufacturing bespoke radio systems for customers including HM Government worldwide, research and exploratory organisations such as Operation Raleigh and the British School Expedition Society, as well as governmental organisations in Africa and the Middle East.

These range from simple analogue systems consisting of a few radios and maybe a repeater, to digital radio systems to provide city-wide or even country-wide coverage.We naturally have a team of experienced and qualified radio service engineers to back this up, and all radio production and servicing is performed to ISO9001:2008 procedures and subject to regular audits.

We do not restrict radio servicing only to products we have supplied in the past, as our engineers are skilled in a variety of radio maintenance fields, and we can offer a variety of fixed price servicing options.

Advanced Application Builder from SMC

The advanced application builder provides you with a set of powerful tools to create and edit workflows, allowing you to convert your requirements into the perfect working solution.

We give you the tools to overcome the problem of “oh but can it just do…”, so you can draw and engineer the solutions you need. This enables you to maximise your investment in digital radio networks.

It allows multiple systems to be connected together.

Below is an example of a fire alarm interface which receives alarms, faults and other data from a Honeywell Notifier alarm panel. The flow formats the data into radio friendly messages and sends these out to mobile phones and digital radios,

making sure the people who need to know receive the messages when they happen and can react quickly.

Configuration Advanced Application Builder


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Radio Systems

For over 50 years, SMC has been supplying equipment and systems to radio communications markets worldwide. Today, the company is relatively unique in offering a comprehensive range of radio communication products and services.

SMC are dedicated to the radio communications market, and the majority of our products are designed and manufactured in our factory.

SMC provide large company professionalism together with the flexibility and responsiveness of a privately owned business.

SMC’s extensive knowledge and experience is ideally suited to meeting your communication needs and are able to handle all aspects of project design, development, manufacture, systems test, installation and after sales support.

Our project management and design team have many years of product and applications experience and are able to work with the customer to configure systems that practically and economically meet the customers’ specification. Worldwide terrain mapping together with PC-based radio area coverage tools for HF, VHF and UHF are used to ensure your proposed system meets its requirements.

By also using up to date project control software, our responsibility is to ensure projects are completed on time; to budget and meet the requirement of our ISO9001 Quality Plan.Ongoing and bespoke product development means that your system makes use of the latest available products and is customised to your particular needs. In house CAD facilities exist for mechanical, electrical and electronic and electromechanical product design.

Our project management and design team have many years of product and applications experience and are able to work with the customer to configure systems that practical and economically meet the customers’ specification.

Using up to date computer systems for project control our responsibility is to ensure projects are completed on time; to budget and meet the requirement of our ISO9001 Quality Plan.

Ongoing and bespoke product development means that your system makes use of the latest available products and is customised to your particular needs. In house CAD facilities exist for mechanical, electrical and electronic and electromechanical product design.

Integration of encryption devices into radio equipment to provide secure radio communication.

Fully integrated 100% duty cycle, 25 – 100W base/repeater stations in the range from 66MHz to 900MHz together with DMR and TETRA stand-alone, linked, and trunked radio systems. Various configurations of racks are available including floor saving wall mount cabinets.

Transportable, self-contained weatherproof repeaters for either in-band, or cross-band /cross-link operation, between analogue and digital radio systems.

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RadioSystems &AccessoriesRadio Systems Projects - Case Studies: Spear Project - Norway

South Midlands Communications Limited (SMC) are proud to be connected with the new SPEAR Project as the manufacturers of the Alumast and TS antenna support structures as well as the associated antennas to the University of Leicester (UK).

The SPEAR HF radar system located on Svalbard is designed to carry out research into the Earth’s upper atmosphere and magnetosphere, in the vicinity of the polar cap and consists of a 6x4 array of full wave, crossed dipoles designed to operate at 5.0 MHz.

By designing these antennas as rhombically broadened dipoles, it is possible to achieve an operational bandwidth of approximately +/ 20% with a gain of approx. 25 dB. Each antenna is connected to a 4 kW transmitter capable of operating continuously.

By adjusting the relative phase of pairs of dipoles, it is possible to adjust the polarisation and direction of the radiated signal.

Project SPEAR, which also has the support of scientists from Scandinavia, Germany and the USA, will be in the forefront of the international effort in space research well into the new century


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Radio Systems Projects - Case Studies: Sharjah Police Radio Control Centre - UAE

Sharjah is the third largest Emirate in the United Arab Emirates, and prides itself on its culture, heritage, and forward-thinking government. Over just 50 years Sharjah has risen from houses with well-drawn water and generator-powered electricity to majestically towering buildings that rise above the desert countryside.

Its University City is one of the largest and most modern in the Arab world, and UNESCO has recently declared the Emirate the cultural capital of the Arab world. Clearly, only the very best is good enough for their people.Wide shot control room

SMC already have long-standing relationships with a number of government security organisations in the United Arab Emirates, and have supplied radio systems to a number of police forces in the Emirates.

So when the Sharjah Police sought the very best radio command and control system for their new dedicated operations centre, to enhance the control of vehicle, motorcycle and personal radios plus repeaters already supplied by SMC,it’s no wonder they came yet again to SMC for this.

SMC supplied and commissioned a combination of push-button and touch-screen operator consoles. These controlled 24 radio and telephone channels overall, including emergency call handling and the integration of GPS map-based location display of police vehicles and motorcycles.

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TA Series - HF Antenna Matching Transformers

The TA series of transformers are rugged and lightweight, ideal for inclusion in transportable HF antenna systems. Combinations of power rating and impedance transformation ratio provide the antenna designer with a wide selection of units to complement most antenna configurations.

• Broad band 1.5 to 32 MHz• Power - 50 Watt to 1 kW• Lightweight fibreglass body• Transportable application

The transformers are housed in extremely strong fibre glass bodies, hermetically sealed with low loss resin and suitable for any environment. The input coaxial connector is protected within the specially formed body and the transformer itself is grounded as an added protection against static and lightning induced EMF’s. A spigoted version, type TAS, is available for use with the SMC range of masts.

Specs InformationFrequency 1.6 - 32 MHz

Input Impedance 50 Ohm unbalanced

Output Impedance See above

Average Power 50 W, 150 W, 400 W, 1 kW

Max Peak 4 X Average power

VSWR Less than 1.3 : 1

Max. load VSWR 3 : 1

Insertion loss Less Than 0.25 dB

Balance ratio Greater than 26 dB

Temperature range -40ºC to +70ºC

Connectors BNC, N, UHF, C

Configuration Fibre glass body Stainless Steel arms (chemically blackened).Low loss resin fill. Epoxy paint finish.

TA5av. power: 50 Watt i/p imp: 50 Ohm unbalanced

50 Ohm TA5-55

75 Ohm TA5-57

200 Ohm TA5-520

300 Ohm TA5-530

370 Ohm TA5-537

450 Ohm TA5-545

600 Ohm TA5-560

800 Ohm TA5-580


50 Ohm TA15-55

75 Ohm TA15-57

200 Ohm TA15-520

300 Ohm TA15-530

370 Ohm TA15-537

450 Ohm TA15-545

600 Ohm TA15-560

800 Ohm TA15-580


50 Ohm TA40-55

75 Ohm TA40-57

200 Ohm TA40-520

300 Ohm TA40-530

370 Ohm TA40-537

450 Ohm TA40-545

600 Ohm TA40-560

800 Ohm TA40-580

TA100av. power: 1kW i/p imp: 50 Ohm unbalanced

50 Ohm TA100-55

75 Ohm TA100-57

200 Ohm TA100-520

300 Ohm TA100-530

370 Ohm TA100-537

450 Ohm TA100-545

600 Ohm TA100-560

800 Ohm TA100-580

TAS40av. power: 400 Watt i/p imp: 50 Ohm unbalanced

50 Ohm TAS40-55

75 Ohm TAS40-57

200 Ohm TAS40-520

300 Ohm TAS40-530

370 Ohm TAS40-537

450 Ohm TAS40-545

600 Ohm TAS40-560

800 Ohm TAS40-580

TAS100av. power: 1kW i/p imp: 50 Ohm unbalanced

50 Ohm TAS100-55

75 Ohm TAS100-57

200 Ohm TAS100-520

300 Ohm TAS100-530

370 Ohm TAS100-537

450 Ohm TAS100-545

600 Ohm TAS100-560

800 Ohm TAS100-580

All specifications are that of typical performance.

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HF Series Fixed Station Balun Transformers

All CTS Fixed Station Balun Transformers are housed in purpose designed heavy duty aluminium casings with either solid impregnation or silicone oil cooling.

Any combination of power and impedance ratio can be supplied across the frequency spectrum 10 kHz - 32 MHz providing the most comprehensive range available to antenna designers. Further specifications available on request.

General Features:• Broad Band 10 kHz - 2 MHz/1.5 - 32 MHz• Power 400 W - 30 kW• Very high efficiency• All-weather unprotected operation• Cast aluminium housing

Select a technical specification for the following models on the left.

HF4 Series 400 Watt HF Wide Band Antenna Matching TransformerFixed station HF receiving arrays are often subjected to high voltages not normally associated with RX systems. These voltages can be present due to static build up or by lightning induced EMF’s from nearby strikes.

The HF4 Series of matching transformers, although designed for 400 Watt average power are ideal for inclusion in receiving arrays. They reduce the possibility of high voltage damage and provide a DC path to the ground which gives added protection to the receiving system.

• Wide band 1.5 to 32 MHz• Ideal for fixed station receiving arrays• Internal static drain ground

A wide selection of balanced and unbalanced impedance ratios are available to complement most antenna configurations and non-standard ratios can be supplied on request.

The transformers are housed in cast aluminium cases, fully hermetically sealed for any military or commercial environment. For EMP proof operation no capacitors are incorporated.

Balanced Impedance (ohm)

Unbalanced impedance (ohm) 50 75 200 300 370 450 600

50 HF4-55 HF4-57 HF4-520 HF4-530 HF4-537 HF4-545 HF4-560

75 HF4-75 HF4-77 HF4-720 HF4-730 HF4-737 HF4-745 HF4-760

Technical Specs.Frequency: 1.5 - 32 MHz

Impedance: See table above

Power: 400 Watt average, 1600 Watt peak

Insertion loss: Less than 0.3 dB

VSWR: Less than 1.2:1 (2 - 30 MHz), Less than 1.3:1 (1.5 - 32 MHz)

Balance ratio: Greater than 26 dB

Load VSWR: 2.5:1 max.

Coaxial connectors: 'N' type (Others on request)

Balance terminals: Alumina ceramic M6 thread

Temperature range: -40ºC to +55ºC

Weight: 1.2kg gross

High voltage protection: Arcing horns and internal static drain (NB No internal capacitors fitted.)

Configuration: Cast aluminium case (LM25). Hermetically sealed. Epoxy paint finish.

Shipping dimensions: 220 x 150 x 120 mm approx. All specifications are that of typical performance.


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HF10 Series - 1kW HF Wide Band Antenna Matching TransformerThe HF10 Series of antenna matching transformers are fully encapsulated heavy duty units designed for the most arduous environmental conditions.

The transformers are housed in a cast aluminium case, vacuum impregnated with epoxy resin and finished in epoxy paint for added protection. High purity alumina ceramic insulators with arcing horns are fitted as standard and an integral static drain to earth provides additional protection against lightning induced EMF’s.

• Wide band 1.5 to 32 MHz• 1 kW average, 4kW PEP• All weather solid encapsulated• Fixed station or transportable antenna arrays

For added EMP proof operation no capacitors are used in the transformer circuit. A wide selection of unbalanced and balanced impedance ratios are available to complement most antenna configurations and enquiries for non-standard arrangements are welcome. No compromise has been made to provide a unit of the highest standard of reliability


Unbalanced impedance (ohm) 50 75 100 200 300 370 450 600

50 HF10-55 HF10-57 HF10-510 HF10-520 HF10-530 HF10-537 HF10-545 HF10-560




Power: 1kW average, 4kW peak





Coaxial connectors: 'N' type (Others on request)



Weight: 5kg gross

High voltage protection: Arcing horns and internal static drain (NB No internal capac-itors fitted.)


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HF30 Series - 3kW HF Wide Band Antenna Matching TransformerThe HF30 series of antenna matching transformers are solid encapsulated heavy duty units suitable for the most arduous environmental conditions and designed for installation in any orientation.

The transformers are housed in a cast aluminium case, vacuum impregnated with epoxy resin and finished in epoxy paint for added protection. High purity alumina ceramic insulators with arcing horns are fitted as standard. An internal static drain to earth provides additional protection against lightning induced EMF’s.

• Wide band 1.5 to 32 MHz• 3 kW average, 12kW PEP• All weather solid encapsulated• Heavy duty cast aluminium case

For added EMP proof operation, no capacitors are used in the transformer circuit. A wide selection of unbalanced and balanced impedance ratios are available to complement most antenna configurations and enquiries for non-standard arrangements are welcome.

The HF30 is a unit of the highest quality and reliability.


Unbalanced impedance (ohm) 50 75 100 200 300 450 600

50 HF30-55 HF30-57 HF30-510 HF30-520 HF30-530 HF30-545 HF30-560

75 HF30-75 HF30-77 HF30-710 HF30-720 HF30-730 HF30-745 HF30-760



Power: 3 kW average, 12kW peak





Coaxial connectors: 7/8"EIA (Others on request)



Weight: 14kg gross

High voltage protection: Arcing horns and internal static drain (NB No internal capacitors fitted.)


Shipping dimensions: 320 x 300 x 140 mm approx.




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HF50 Series - 5kW HF Wide Band Antenna Matching TransformerThe HF50 5kW series are solid encapsulated and suitable for installation in any orientation.

The transformers are housed in a heavy duty cast aluminium case, vacuum impregnated with epoxy resin and fully hermetically sealed for any military or commercial environment.

• Wide band 1.5 to 32 MHz• 5 kW average, 20kW Peak• All weather solid encapsulated• Heavy duty cast aluminium case

High purity alumina ceramic insulators with arcing horns are fitted as standard and an internal static drain to earth provides additional protection against lightning induced EMF’s.

A wide selection of unbalanced and balanced impedance ratios are available to complement most antenna configurations and enquiries for non-standard arrangements are welcome.

The HF50 is a unit of the highest quality and reliability.







Power: 5 kW average, 20 kW peak





Coaxial connectors: 7/8"EIA (Others on request)



Weight: 38kg gross

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HF100 Series - 10kW HF Wide Band Antenna Matching TransformerThe HF100 series are 10 kW average power silicone cooled transformers suitable for communication or broadcast systems.

The units are housed in a finned cast aluminium tank which provides excellent natural convection cooling. Each casting is subjected to a double vacuum resin impregnation process which ensures complete sealing for the internal low loss silicone cooling oil.

• Wide band 1.5 to 32 MHz• 10 kW average + 100% AM modulation• Suitable for communications or broadcast applications• Very high efficiency• All weather unprotected operation

High purity alumina ceramic insulators with arcing horns are fitted as standard and an integral static drain to earth provides additional protection against lightning induced high voltages.


The HF100 is a high quality unit suitable for unprotected operation in any environment







Power: 10 kW average + 100% AM modulation





Coaxial connectors: 7/8", 1 5/8", 3 1/8" EIA



Weight: 60kg gross



Cooling: Natural convection, silicone transformer oil, pressure relief valve fitted.

Shipping dimensions: 700 x 600 x 500 mm approx.




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HF200 Series - 20kW HF Wide Band Antenna Matching TransformerThe HF200 series are 20 kW average power transformers suitablefor communications or broadcast systems.


High purity alumina ceramic insulators with arcing horns are fitted as standard and an internal static drain to earth provides additional protection against lightning induced high voltages.

• Wide band 1.5 to 32 MHz• 20 kW average + 100% AM modulation• Suitable for communication or broadcast application• Very high efficiency• All weather unprotected operation

A wide selection of unbalance and balance impedance ratios are available to complement most antenna configurations and enquiries for non-standard arrangements are welcome. The HF200 is a high quality unit suitable for unprotected operation in any environment. The HF200 Series supersedes all Minns “Y” types of 20kW transformers.












Coaxial connectors: 1 5/8", 3 1/8" EIA



Weight: 110kg gross





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HF300 Series - 30kW HF Wide Band Antenna Matching TransformerThe HF300 series are 30 kW average power silicone cooled transformers suitable for communication or broadcast systems.


High purity alumina ceramic insulators with arcing horns are fitted as standard and an integral static drain to earth provides additional protection against lightning induced high voltages.

• Wide band 1.5 to 32 MHz• 30 kW average + 100% AM modulation• Suitable for communications or broadcast applications• Very high efficiency• All weather unprotected operation


The HF300 is a high quality unit suitable for unprotected operation in any environment.












Coaxial connectors: 3 1/8" EIA



Weight: 120kg gross






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High Power Broadcast Antenna Matching Transformer

The 50kW and 100kW series of broadcast antenna matching transformers are suitable for inclusion in systems where 200 ohm or 300 ohm open wire feeds need to be matched to a 50 ohm coaxial feeder. The units are housed in aluminium tanks, silicone oil cooled to minimise losses and a major feature is broad band operation without the use of ferrite material in the transformer design.

• 50kW average, Type HF500• 100kW average, Type HF1000• 100 kW Average + 100% AM Mod• Broad band 3-22 MHz• Very low loss• All-weather unprotected operation

These antennas require small size broad band matching networks and CTS offers the HF 1000 range providing 200 or 300 Ohm balanced outputs.

Technical Specs.Frequency: 3 - 22 MHz

Input Impedance: 50 ohms unbalancedOutput Impedance: 200 ohm or 300ohm balancedPower: HF500 - 50kW average + 100%

broadcast mod HF1000 - 100kW average + 100% broadcast mod

Insertion loss: Less than 0.1 dBVSWR: Less than 1.2:1Balance ratio: Greater than 26 dBLoad VSWR: 2.5:1 max.Coaxial connectors: 3 1/8” and 6 1/8” EIABalance terminals: Alumina ceramic M12 threadTemperature range: -40ºC to +55ºC shade recommend-

edWeight: 450kg grossHigh voltage protection: Arcing horns and internal static drainConfiguration: Aluminium tank, silicone oil cooled,

pressure relief valve fitted

HF500/HF1000 High Power Series


Input Impedance: 300 ohms balanceOutput Impedance: 200 ohm or 600 ohm balancePower: 10 kW average +100% AM modulationInsertion loss: Less than 0.2 dBVSWR: Less than 1.2:1 (2 - 30 MHz), Less than 1.3:1 (1.5 - 32 MHz)Balance ratio: Greater than 26 dBLoad VSWR: 2.5:1 max.Balance terminals: Alumina ceramic M12 threadTemperature range: -40ºC to +55ºCWeight: 60kg grossHigh voltage protection: Arcing hornsConfiguration: Cast aluminium case (LM25). Hermetically sealed. Epoxy

paint finish.Cooling: Natural convection, silicone transformer oil, presuure relief

valve fitted.Shipping dimensions: 700 x 600 x 500 mm approx.

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Hybrid Combiners

Hybrid Combiner Range

Broad Band Hybrid Combiners offer a means of combining or splitting transmitter powers providing isolation between the separate signal paths.

CTS specialise in the custom design of Hybrids for the MF/HF spectrum and the military VHF Band 30 - 88 MHz.

• MF/HF Receive Hybrids up to 12 way• MF/HF Hybrids up to 8 transmitters• MF/HF Hybrids combining powers up to 20 kW average• VHF Hybrids combining up to 8 transmitters• All systems for co-phased transmitters or for unrelated frequencies

Further specifications available on request.

HFH6-50/B - Broad Band VHF Hybrid Combiner


Impedance: 50 ohms

Input Power: 6 x 50 Watts

Output Power:

50 Watts

Insertion loss:

<0.75dB + 7.8dB splitting loss

VSWR: Less than 1.2 : 1 (matched loads)


Connectors: BNC

Weight: 1 kg. (exclusive of mounting plate and loads)

Configura-tion:

Cast aluminium case, solid encapsulation, epoxy paint finish

Load Ports : 8 x 50 ohm (32 WATTS each)

Isolation: Greater than 30 dB (matched loads)

A broad band VHF hybrid for the frequency range 20- 90 MHz combining six unrelated signals.

HFH2-1 - 2 x 1kW HF Broad Band Hybrid Combiner


Impedance: 50 ohms

Input Power: 2 x 1 kW average (2kW peak)

Output Power: 2kW average (4kW peak)

Insertion loss: <0.25dB (matched loads)

VSWR: <1.2 : 1 max


Connectors: 'N'

Weight: 12kg

Construction: Cast aluminium case, solid encapsulation, epoxy paint finish

Load Ports : 2 x 50 ohms 'N' Connectors

Isolation: >30 dB (matched loads)

Environment: Outdoor unprotected

Temperature: -40°C to +70°C

Broad band hybrid combiners offer a means of combining or splitting transmitter powers and providing isolation between the separate signal paths.

Typical applications include:

• Combination of two co-phased transmitters to provide full output power (e.g. Broadcast systems).

• Combination of unequal frequencies with excellent isolation.• Power splitting with isolation between outputs




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Hybrid Combiner Range cont...

Broad band hybrid combiners offer a means of combining or splitting transmitter powers and providing isolation between the separate signal paths.

Typical applications include:

• Combination of two co-phased transmitters to provide full output power (e.g. Broadcast systems).

• Combination of unequal frequencies with excellent isolation.• Power splitting with isolation between outputs



Impedance: 50 ohms

Input Power: 2 x 2 kW average (4kW peak)

Output Power: 4kW average (8kW peak)


VSWR: <1.2 : 1 max


Connectors: 'N', 'HN'

Weight: 12kg

Construction: Cast aluminium case, solid encapsulation, epoxy paint finish

Load Ports : 2 x 50 ohms 'N' Connectors


Environment: Outdoor unprotected


The HFH4-1 is a 4 x 1 kW broad band hybrid designed to combine four unequal frequencies within the range of 2 - 40 MHz.

The unit is built to full military standards and suitable for frequency hopping and similar systems. It is emphasised that the HFH4-1 is not capable of combining co-phased transmitters and a 6 dB splitting loss is applicable to each signal path.

• ‘N’ connectors only available• Load port must be terminated in 500 Watt 50 ohm unbalanced loads• Units available for outdoor unprotected operation

HFH4-1 - 4 x 1kW HF Broad Band Hybrid CombinerTechnical Specs.

Frequency: 2 - 40 MHz

Impedance: 50 ohms

Input Power: 4 x 1 kW average

Balancing Loads: 6 x 500 Watt 50 ohms

Splitter Loss: 6 dB

Phase: 0º +/ - " 5º

Insertion loss: 0.5 dB (matched loads)

VSWR: <1.2 : 1 max

Load VSWR: 3 : 1 max

Input Sockets: 'N' Sockets

Output Sockets: 'N' Sockets

Load Sockets : 'N' Sockets


Cooling: Solid encapsulation natural convection

Temperature: -40°C to +55°

The HFH2-10 series of broad band hybrids enable two co-phased 10 kW transmitters to be combined into a single 20 kW output. These units are particularly useful in low power HF broadcast systems where uninterrupted service is required when failure in one transmitter occurs.

Due to the excellent isolation characteristic of the HFH2-10, combination of two unequal frequencies for common antenna working is possible if the 3 dB power loss can be tolerated



Impedance: 50 ohms

Power: 2 input channels each 10 kW average (40kW peak) 20 kW average output for co-phased inputs

Pressure Relief Valve: Set to 0.5 - 1 PSI


VSWR: <1.2 : 1 max


Connectors: 7/8" or 15/8" EIA

Weight: 55kg

Construction: Aluminium case, silicon oil cooled, pressure relief valve, epoxy paint finish

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Multicouplers

Multicoupler Range

Transmitter multicouplers utilising low loss filter networks enable multiple transmitters to work into a common antenna. Computer aided design techniques provide optimum performance from conventional LC circuits which allows transmitters to work at close separations of 40%, 20% or optionally 15%.

System losses are low, typically less that 0.3dB and rejection of the adjacent transmitter above 30dB. The HFM2-1 series are suitable for 19” rack mounting and do not require additional forced air cooling.

Models can be supplied with various notch widths and we will be pleased to advise on the most economical solution to your problems.

HFM2-1 - 2 x 1 kW HF Transmitter Multicouplers Technical Specs.Frequency: 0.1 - 32MHz

Impedance: 50 ohmsVSWR: <1.2: 1 (matched loads)Insertion Loss: <0.3dB (matched load)Isolation: >30dB (matched load)Load VSWR: 3:1 maxWeight: 15kgNotch Width: 15%, 20%, 40% of cross over frequencyCross Cover Frequency: Notch centre to be specified between 3-18MHz

(lower notch centres available) Environment: Indoor -40°C to +55°C (natural convection)Connectors: ‘N’, ‘HN’, 7/8” EIA, 7/16” SpinnerPower: 2 input channels each 1kW average (2kW peak) 1

output channel 2kW average (4kW peak)

Typical Response

2x10kW Multicoupler


System losses are low, typically less than 0.3 dB and rejection of the adjacent transmitter above 30 dB. The HFHM2-2 series are suitable for 19” rack mounting and do not require additional forced air cooling.



Impedance: 50 ohmsVSWR: <1.2: 1 (matched loads)Insertion Loss: <0.3dB (matched load)Isolation: >30dB (matched load)Load VSWR: 3:1 maxWeight: 17kgNotch Width: 15%, 20%, 40% of cross over frequencyCross Cover Frequency: Notch centre to be specified between 3-18MHz

(lower notch centres available) Environment: Indoor -40°C to +55°C (natural convection)Connectors: ‘N’, ‘HN’, 7/8” EIA, 7/16” SpinnerPower: 2 input channels each 2kW average (4kW peak) 1

output channel 4kW average (8kW peak)




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Multicouplers

Multicoupler Range cont...


System losses are low, typically less than 0.3 dB and rejection of the adjacent transmitter above 30 dB. The HFHM2-5 series are suitable for 19” rack mounting and do not require additional forced air cooling.



Impedance: 50 ohmsVSWR: <1.2: 1 (matched loads)Insertion Loss: <0.3dB (matched load)Isolation: >30dB (matched load)Load VSWR: 3:1 maxWeight: 150kg approxNotch Width: 15%, 20%, 40% of cross over frequencyCross Cover Frequency: Notch centre to be specified between

3-18MHz (lower notch centres available) Environment: Outdoor unprotected -20°C to +55°C natural

convection Silicone oil cooled natural con-vection

Connectors: 7/8", 1 5/8" EIA, LCPower: 2 input channels each 20 kW average (40kW

peak) 1 output channel 40 kW average (80kW peak)

Transmitter multicouplers utilising low loss filter networks enable multiple transmitters to work into a common antenna. Computer aided design techniques provide optimum performance from passive LC circuits which allows transmitters to work at close separations of 40%, 20% or optionally 15%.

System losses are low, typically less than 0.3 dB and rejection of the adjacent transmitter greater than 30 dB.

HFM2-10 - 2 x 10 kW HF Transmitter Multicouplers

Technical Specs.Frequency: 0.1 - 32MHz

Impedance: 50 ohmsVSWR: <1.2: 1 (matched loads)Insertion Loss: <0.3dB (matched load)Isolation: >30dB (matched load)Load VSWR: 3:1 maxWeight: 250kg approxNotch Width: 15%, 20%, 40% of cross over frequencyCross Cover Frequency: Notch centre to be specified between

3-18MHz (lower notch centres available) Environment: Outdoor unprotected -40ºC to +55ºC. Silicone

oil cooled natural convectionConnectors: 1 5/8", 3 1/8" EIAPower: 2 input channels each 20 kW average (40kW





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Transmitter multicouplers utilising low loss filter networks enable multiple transmitters to work into a common antenna. Computer aided design techniques provide optimum performance from passive LC circuits which allows transmitters to work at close separations of 40%, 20% or optionally 15%.

System losses are low, typically less than 0.3 dB and rejection of the adjacent transmitter greater than 30 dB.


Impedance: 50 ohmsVSWR: <1.2: 1 (matched loads)Insertion Loss: <0.3dB (matched load)Isolation: >30dB (matched load)Load VSWR: 3:1 maxWeight: 250kg approxNotch Width: 15%, 20%, 40% of cross over frequencyCross Cover Frequen-cy:

Notch centre to be specified between 3-18MHz (lower notch centres available)

Environment: Outdoor unprotected -40ºC to +55ºC. Silicone oil cooled natural convection

Connectors: 1 5/8", 3 1/8" EIAPower: 2 input channels each 20 kW average (40kW



HFM2-2A - HF Diplexer

The diplexer is a passive, 3-port network which splits RF signals between separate inputs of a broadband antenna.

Technical Specs.Input Power: 1.5 kW average (4 kW peak)

Input Frequency: 1.6 - 30 MHzOutput 1: 1.6 - 9 MHzOutput 2: 9 - 30 MHzRoll Off: Output 1: at 10MHz - 9 dBOutput 2: at 8 MHz - 9 dBInsertion Loss: <0.3 dBInput VSWR: <1.2 : 1Load VSWR: Up to 6 : 1

Temperature Range: -10ºC to +55ºC (operational)-40ºC to +70ºC (storage)

Configuration: 19" rack, 3 units high



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Directional Couplers

HFC1-30 = 1kW HF Directional Coupler

The HFC1-30 is a wide band directional coupler for the HF band.

The coupler uses ferrite transformer techniques resulting in an extremely small compact device for permanent installation or for field measurement purposes.

Output samples of forward and reverse power flow are provided. Being effectively a “dual” coupler the reverse signal is largely independent of the load on the forward port (and vice versa). Built in load resistors dissipate any unterminated coupled power.

N.B. at 1kW the forward output signal is 1 Watt.

*The coupler is effective over a very much wider frequency range with a small degradation in performance. Calibration charts can be supplied for those out of band frequencies, where for example, measurement of harmonics is desired.

Technical Specs.Frequency: 2 - 50MHz. full specification

The coupler is effective over a very much wider frequency range with a small degradation in performance. Calibration charts can be supplied for those out of band frequencies, where for example, measurement of harmonics is desired

Max. VSWR: 2.5 : 1Insertion Loss: < 0.1 dBReturn Loss (matched load) > 26.5 dBCoupling Ratio: -30 dB +/- 0.5 dBConnectors: Main line 'N' female. Coupled line 'BNC' femaleForward/Reverse discrimination: > 30 dB



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N.B. at 30kW the forward output signal is 75W.

*The coupler is effective over a very much wider frequency range with a small degradation in performance. Calibration charts can be supplied for those out of band frequencies, where for example, measurement of harmonics is desired

Technical Specs.

Frequency: 2 - 32MHz. full specificationThe coupler is effective over a very much wider frequency range with a small degradation in performance. Calibration charts can be supplied for those out of band frequencies, where for example, measurement of harmonics is desired

Power Rating: 30 kW continuous and peak

Max. VSWR: 2.5 : 1

Insertion Loss: < 0.1 dB

Return Loss (matched load) > 26.5 dB

Coupling Ratio: -26 dB +/- 0.5 dB

Connectors: Main line - 1 5/8". Coupled line -'N' female

Forward/Reverse discrimination: > 30 dB





N.B. at 10kW the forward output signal is 25W.

*The coupler is effective over a very much wider frequency range with a small degradation in performance. Calibration charts can be supplied for those out of band frequencies, where for example, measurement of harmonics is desired.

Technical Specs.Frequency: 2 - 32MHz. full specification

The coupler is effective over a very much wider frequency range with a small degradation in performance. Calibration charts can be supplied for those out of band frequencies, where for example, measurement of harmonics is desired

Power Rating: 10 kW continuous and peakMax. VSWR: 2.5 : 1Insertion Loss: < 0.1 dBReturn Loss (matched load) > 26.5 dBCoupling Ratio: -26 dB +/- 0.5 dBConnectors: Main line – 7/8″ or 1 5/8″. Coupled line -‘N’ femaleForward/Reverse discrimination: > 30 dB




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Baluns &Transformers& AccessoriesVDC 50/600 Ohm Low Power Wide Band Measuring Transformers

• Wide band operation models for;• 20Hz - 20kHz• 100Hz - 200kHz• 50kHz - 10MHz• 1.5 MHz to 32 MHz• 1 Watt Average• 2 Watts PEP• Fully encapsulated

The Minns Baluns VDC Series are designed for precision measurement purposes where 50/600 ohm transformation is required with low VSWR and high balance ratio.

All the measuring transformers are fully encapsulated within a cast aluminium case to provide a high stability product capable of withstanding the most severe environment.


Standard Frequency Ranges Balanced Terminals Balance Ratio VSWR BNC’ N’ UHF’

20Hz - 20kHz Ceramic M6 >12dB 1.1 : 1 VDC08A VDC08B VDC08C

100Hz - 200kHz Ceramic M6 >50dB 1.1 : 1 VDC05A VDC05F VDC05G

50kHz - 10MHz Ceramic M6 >40dB 1.1 : 1 VDC06A VDC06F VDC06G

1.5MHz - 32MHz Ceramic M6 >26dB 1.1 : 1 VDC02B VDC02A VDC02C

Technical Specs.

Frequency Range See Table Above

Unbalanced Impedance: 50 ohms

Balanced Impedance: 600 ohms

Power Rating: +10dBm


VSWR: See Table Above

Balance ratio: See Table Above

Balance Connection: M6 Insulators

Unbalanced Connection: See Table Above


Type Designations for VDC Series and Technical Specification


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3 and 5 Port Low Signal Hybrid Splitters

A series of very broad band hybrid transformers for signal splitting, combining or for laboratory measurements where high isolation is required. Other connectors available on request.

All specifications under matched load conditions. PCB mounted units are also available upon request

MHFH2 - RX - A MHFH2 - RX - B

Frequency 50 kHz - 50 MHz 10 kHz - 32 MHz

Power 2 x 2 Watt 2 x 2 Watt

Isolation >35 dB >35 dB

Insertion Loss < 0.5dB < 0.5dB

VSWR <1.2: 1 <1.2: 1

Balancing Loads Internal Internal

Temperature -40°C to +55°C -40°C to +55°C

Connectors ‘N’ BNC ‘N’ BNC

Configuration Cast aluminium box, 50 x 50 x 30mm solid encapsulation.

MHFH2-RX - 3 Port Low Signal Hybrid SplitterMHFH4 - RX - A MHFH4 - RX - B

Frequency 50 kHz - 50 MHz 10 kHz - 32 MHz

Power 4 x 1 Watt 4 x 1 Watt

Isolation >30 dB >30 dB

Insertion Loss < 0.5dB < 0.5dB

VSWR <1.2: 1 <1.2: 1

Balancing Loads Internal Internal

Temperature -40°C to +55°C -40°C to +55°C

Connectors ‘N’ BNC ‘N’ BNC

Configuration Cast aluminium box, 120 x 60 x 30mm solid encapsulation.

MHFH4-RX - 5 Port Low Signal Hybrid Splitter

Technical Specs.

Frequency: 1.5 - 32 MHz

Input Impedance: 50 ohms

Power: 10kW average continuous, 20kW peak

VSWR: <1.15 : 1

Connectors: 7/8" or 1 5/8" EIA

Weight: 60kg

Construction: Aluminum housing with Alocrom 1200 and enam-el paint finish

Humidity: 100% at 30C


RL 100-5 - 50 Ohm 10kW Resistive Load

The RL100-5 is a 50 ohm unbalanced resistive load designed specifically for the HF frequency range 1.5 - 32MHz. The load is convection cooled, requires no AC power and is suitable for outdoor unprotected operation. Typical applications include use as a transmitter load, hybrid balancing load and antenna common mode load.

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