ANTENNA TYPE/USED

Isotron Antennas to Transmitter Link TX/RX Pair

Isotron Antennas
The Isotron AM Antennas are the perfect AM broadcast antenna for all broadcast band AM
transmitters from 300 to 1000 Watts! There are ten models available to cover the entire AM
broadcast band. Order the model that covers the frequency you will be using. Antennas are
factory tuned to your frequency but require minor assembly and adjustment by the customer.
Requires NO GROUNDING SYSTEM so it's incredibly easy to install. Includes complete
instructions for tuning and use. Antennas are built to order, Allow 1-2 weeks for delivery.

SPECIFICATIONS: Model 200 - Max Length 164" Approx Wt 9lbs, Model 200B - Max Length 103"
Approx Wt 7lbs, Model 200HP - Max Length 165" Approx Wt 10lbs, Model 225 - Max Length 235"
Approx Wt 11lbs, Model 400 - Max Length 27' Approx Wt 18lbs, Model 600 - Max Length 38' Approx
Wt 30lbs

Wind Load (sq. feet): 1.69, Wind Rating: 85, Pattern: Omni, Connector: SO-239

The Isotron AM Antenna design is an electrical copy of a 1/2 wave dipole. Radiation
patterns and formulas are not necessary for analyzing the tuning characteristics.

 A 1/2 wave dipole reacts as a SERIES RESONANT CIRCUIT. All electrical formulas you
want to apply to this circuit will also apply to the antenna AT THE FEEDPOINT. The
feedpoint is what determines how the antenna will match the transmitter and measurements
taken at the connector of the antenna. Therefore whether the circuit is on your radio board or
hanging as an antenna, all formulas and theories apply.

 At the feedpoint the dipole or Isotron AM Antenna will resonate. This is when the
Capacitance Reactance (XC) and Inductive Reactance (XL) are equal (value in ohms).
However, when this takes place, because the antenna is a radiator it will also develop a pure
RESISTANCE (R) when resonant or Radiation Resistance. This R is dependent on the
 antennas grounding, feedline and environment. This R value is what establishes your SWR
measurment at resonance. Once an antenna is resonant it becomes a working device with a
radiation resistance of 25 ohms or greater.

 When the antenna has a higher XC value than the XL the antenna is off resonance. The
resonant point is at a higher frequency than where the transmitter is currently set. If the XL is
greater than the XC the opposite is true. Off resonance the Impedance (Z) of the antenna
increases. It will be at its lowest value at the resonant point. (Z and R are not the same)

 Testing an ISO AM Antenna at the feedpoint without the feedline is fine for design work, but
is not practical for tuning it to your entire set up (radio, feedline and grounding). The antenna
is an infinite extension to your feedline. They both must be tested together to have reliable
results.

The Isotrons have been built physically to have proper capture area to the atmosphere.
Enlarging the antennas more will have little affect on performance. The Isotron AM
Antennas are not a loop, therefore, the radiation pattern is omnidirectional and
polarization is random. Reception is noticed as soon as the receiver is connected. Low
noise, good sensitivity and the affects of changing polarization is lower.
 ISO-225, 1350-1599 KHz AM Antenna

Specifications
Model: 225

Maximum Length: 19.6 feet

Frequency (MHZ.): 1.350 - 1.590

AM Power Rating: 300 watts

Approx. Weight: 11 lbs.

Transmitter Link TX/RX Pair
Model: NAUTEL AMPFET ND10
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Configuration: 8-1.25 kW Power Amplifier/Modulator subsystem modules (each with integral

cooling fan). Main and Standby exciter sections with Audio and RF Drivers

Power Output: (Rated) 10,000 watts (Capable) 11,000 watts

Five preset power levels between 1,000 and 11,000 watts are selectable via LOCAL or REMOTE

control. Output level stabilized against ac supply voltage variation

RF Frequency Range: 531 kHz to 1620 kHz, prefitted to one frequency as ordered

RF Terminating Impedance: 50 ohms unbalanced, 1-5/8 inch EIA O/P Flange

Type of Modulator: NAUTEL Pulse Duration Modulator

Audio Frequency Response: ±0.5 dB, dc –10,000 Hz Audio input low pass filter selectable

between Butterworth and Bessel response

Square Wave Overshoot: 2% at 400 Hz (typical with Bessel filter active)

Square Wave Tilt: 3% or less at 40 Hz

Audio Harmonic Distortion: Better than 1% (THD) at 95% modulation 30-10,000 Hz, 2.5 kW to

10 kW, 1.5% (THD) at 950% modulation, 10,000 Hz, I kW to 2.5 kW (Reduced antenna

bandwidth may degrade specification)

Audio Intermodulation: 1 % or less at 10 kW 60/7000 Hz 4:1 ratio

Distortion: SMPTE Standards at 85% modulation

AM Stereo (RF Phase Shift): Incidental Quadrature Modulation (IQM) 36 dB or better (40 dB

typical) below 95% modulation 30-10,000

Modulation Capability: 125% positive peak modulation capability to 11,000 watts

Carrier Shift: Not exceeding 1%

RF Harmonics: 80 dB or more below 10 kW output

Spurious Outputs: 80 dB or more below 10 kW output

Noise and Hum (Unweighted): 60 dB or more below 100% modulation at 10 kW

Frequency Stability: ±5 Hz or ±5 ppm whichever is greater over temperature range

Audio Input: 600 ohms active balanced + 10 dBm nominal Adjustable 0 to +12 dBm for 100%

Modulation

Model: NAUTEL AMPFET ND10

Power Input: 198-242V 50/60 Hz three-phase 3 or 4 wire 385-465V 50/60 Hz three-phase 3 or 4

wire. Other voltages available

Permissible Power

Supply Variation: ± 5% voltage ± 5% frequency

Power Consumption: 13.3 kW at 10 kW, 0% modulation, 20 kW at 10 kW, 100% continuous

sine wave modulation

Power Factor: 0.98 typical

Overall Efficiency: Better than 75%

Metering: Forward Output Power

Reflected Output Power

DC Input Current and Voltage to Power Blocks,

DC Current Meters, each 1.25 kW Power

Amplifier/Modulator Subsystem

Remote Control: Transmitter, ON/OFF

Selection of Exciter A or B

Power Level selection 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Power Trim

Remote Monitoring: Forward Power Output

Reflected Power Output

Status of Critical Parameters

Ambient Temperature: -10° to 50°C (derate 3°C per 500m/2° per 1000 ft. above sea level)

Humidity Range: 0-95%

Altitude: 0-4000m (0-13,000 ft.)

Size: 114cm x 61 cm x 183cm (45. in. wide x 24 in. deep x 72 in. high) .68 sqm (7.5 sq. ft.) Floor

Weight: 530 kg (1165 lbs.)