20-6000MHz High Sensitivity Direction Finding and Monitoring Antenna
The dual-band monitoring antenna is amplified at the cable top and passively combined for continuous 20–6000MHz coverage via a single output. Compatible with 5/2-channel phase-sensitive receivers (optimised for 2-channel commutated receivers in 1–6GHz), it features vertical polarisation, 50Ω impedance, and banded high sensitivity (-20~-40dBμV/m). Mechanically, it supports rapid deploy/stow with dust caps, withstands 160km/h wind (no ice load), has an assembled 3.60m height/2.70m max diameter, and a 0.99/1.05m² wind area (excl/incl antenna switch).
ZD-DFA-206000 is a professional20-6000MHzdirection finding antennaintegrated with high-sensitivity active monitoring functionality, engineered for high-precision radio frequency detection and monitoring applications. This tower-mounted antenna features a fully integrated active monitoring unit that delivers unrivaledomni-directional coverageon the same axis as thedirection finding antennaarray, ensuring zero interference between the two systems and continuous signal capture across the entire20-6000MHzspectrum. Adopting a 5-element interferometer design with full-size dipole elements across all four sub-bands of20-6000MHz, thedirection finding antennaachieves excellent DF sensitivity, with an ultimate angular resolution well under 1° for strong signals in most of the20-6000MHzrange, and good cross-polarisation rejection for stable reception. The integrated monitoring antenna, mounted above the high-frequency DF module, is amplified at the cable top and passively combined to maintain seamlessomni-directional coverageover20-6000MHzvia a single output connector. Compatible with 5/2-channel phase-sensitive receivers (optimised for 2-channel commutated receivers in 1-6GHz of20-6000MHz), thedirection finding antennaoffers banded high sensitivity (-20~-40dBμV/m) and vertical polarisation. Mechanically, it supports rapid deploy/stow with dust caps, withstands 160km/h wind (no ice load), and its robust structural design ensures reliable long-term outdoor operation while sustaining consistentomni-directional coverageand DF performance across20-6000MHz.
ZD-DFA-206000 | DF with monitoring up to 6 GHz, TNC connectors. | |||
ZD-DFA-206000-01 | DF with monitoring up to 6 GHz, SMA connectors. | |||
Electrical - DF: | ||||
DF frequency range | BandA: 20 – 300 MHz; Band B: 300 – 1000 MHz; Band C: 1000 – 3000 MHz; Band D: 3000 – 6000 MHz | |||
Nominal input impedance | 50 Ω | |||
Antenna type | 5-element DF interferometer (From 5- to 2-channel receiver compatible) | |||
Polarisation | Vertical | |||
Output cables | RG 400 cables | |||
DF connectors | ZD-DFA-206000 | ZD-DFA-206000-01 | ||
20 x TNC male | 20 x SMA male | |||
Monitoring connector | 1 x N male | 1 x SMA male | ||
Electrical - monitoring: | ||||
Frequency range | 20 – 6000 MHz | |||
Nominal H-plane beamwidth | 360° | |||
Nominal E-plane beamwidth | 60° | |||
Typical VSWR* | 2:1 | |||
Polarisation | Vertical | |||
Connector type | N-type male | |||
Nominal impedance | 50 Ω | |||
Input voltage (via coax)* | 13 – 24 V DC | |||
Input current* | 150 mA | |||
Power consumption (nom)* | 2.25 W | |||
OP1dB (typ.)* | > 11 dBm | |||
OIP2 (typ.)* | > 31 dBm | |||
OIP3 (typ.)* | > 21 dBm | |||
Sensitivity (typ.) (S/N = 0 dB, BW = 1 Hz)* | 20 – 100 MHz | -20 dBμV/m | ||
100 –1000 MHz | -30 dBμV/m | |||
1 – 3 GHz | -35 dBμV/m | |||
3 – 6 GHz | -40 dBμV/m | |||
Mechanical: | ||||
Cross-sectional wind area | 0.99 m² (excluding antenna switch) 1.05 m² (including antenna switch) | |||
Maximum wind speed | 160 km/h (without ice load) | |||
Assembled height | 3.60 m | |||
Assembled diameter (max) | 2.70 m | |||
Shipping dimensions | 2.20 m x 0.90 m x 0.60 m | |||
Weight of antenna including shipping container | 60 kg 135 kg | |||