Ground receiving systems
iMet-3050APortable 403MHz Antenna / Receiver
This antenna is targeted at users that requires portability and ease of deployment. The compact, integrated, design and simple cabling requirements (USB connection only) makes this antenna a favourite in the research field.
2.2 kg
Antenna weight
35 cm
Antenna length
USB
Power and connection
Mobile
Operating mode
01 / Technology
Key features
- Combined antenna and receiver with single USB cable interface
- Integrated GNSS providing accurate station location
- Compatible with all 403MHz InterMet radiosondes
- Small size and light weight
- Ideal for field use
- Compatible with D-Met, iMetOS-II and SkySonde sounding software
02 / Technical data
Specifications
System Overview
| Radiosonde Compatibility | iMet-1, iMet-2, iMet-4, iMet-50, iMet-54 |
| Frequency | 400.15 – 406 MHz |
| Operating Mode | Mobile |
| Operating Environment | Rain Proof |
| System Architecture | Digital |
| MTBF | > 2400 Hours |
| Useful Life | >8 Years |
| Operating System | D-Met |
Operating Parameters
| Power | Via USB port from PC |
| Operating Temperature | – 20 to + 40 °C |
| Antenna Weight | 2.2 kg |
| Antenna Length | 35 cm |
| Tripod (optional) | 1.5 m, fully extended |
403 MHz Antenna
| Antenna Type | Quarter-wave monopole |
| Construction | Aluminium / Fiberglass composite |
| Polarization | Vertical |
| Gain | 2 dBi |
| Radiation Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Max Slant Range | > 250 Km |
| Max Altitude | > 40 Km |
403 MHz Receiver
| Type | Superheterodyne |
| Frequency Control | Synthesized with AFC |
| Bandwidth | 15 kHz |
| Modulation | FM, FSK, GFSK |
| Sensitivity 12 dB S/N | -118 dBm |
Installation Options
| Antenna Assembly | Tripod or fixed mount |
| Carry Case (optional) | Pelican Model 1700 |
Computer Requirements
| Type | Any Current PC or Notebook |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Connection | USB |
03 / Product options
Ordering information
| Product Description | Product Code |
|---|---|
| Portable Antenna / Receiver | iMet-3050A |
04 / Resources
Product documents
Brochures and product information direct from InterMet.
