VIAVI - ALT-9000 Radio Altimeter Test Set
- • Fiber optic delay line based test set supports all formats of radio altimeters
- • Portable ruggedized enclosure for flight line or benchtop use
- • Battery operated
- • Simulates static altitudes from 5* ft. to 10,000 ft. in 5 ft. increments (*Minimum altitude dependent on interconnecting cables)
- • Extended Range Option: Simulate 16,000 ft and 25,000 ft as discrete altitude selections
- • +20 dB of power level offset from nominal loop loss value
- • Touch-screen operation
- • Direct-connect to UUT T/R or installed system via antenna couplers
The ALT-9000 provides altitude simulations with true RF time delay and path loss models to test any format of radio altimeter system including Low Probability of Intercept (LPI), Combined Altitude Radar Altimeter (CARA) & Next Generation variants.
The graphical touch screen interface provides intuitive controls and display of parametric measurements including:
- • TX Power
- • TX Frequency*
- • FM Deviation*
- • Sweep Rate*
- • Pulse Width*
- • PRF*
More Product Information

- • Fiber optic delay line based test set supports all formats of radio altimeters
- • Portable ruggedized enclosure for flight line or benchtop use
- • Battery operated
- • Simulates static altitudes from 5* ft. to 10,000 ft. in 5 ft. increments (*Minimum altitude dependent on interconnecting cables)
- • Extended Range Option: Simulate 16,000 ft and 25,000 ft as discrete altitude selections
- • +20 dB of power level offset from nominal loop loss value
- • Touch-screen operation
- • Direct-connect to UUT T/R or installed system via antenna couplers

- • Repeatable Pass/Fail analysis eliminates subjective guesswork from the measurement process
- • User-selectable acceptance profiles allow certification to any acceptance criteria
- • Includes FiberChekPRO™ software for analysis and reporting with PC/laptop
- • Automatic Image Centering ensures the fiber in always on the center of the screen
- • Dual-Magnification switching allows easy toggling between low & high magnifications.in both live and analysis views
- • Easily connect to a T-BERD®/MTS-2000/4000/5800/6000A/8000v2, HST-3000, SMARTClassTM Fiber, Certifier40G, DSAM and CellAdvisor via USB without the need for any additional adapters or software.
- • Easily connect to mobile Android™ devices/tablets using FiberChekMOBILE (available at Google Play) to inspect endface quality, measure optical power, and certify fiber connectors to industry standards directly on the mobile device

• Two independent receivers and two transmitters in each unit.
• Transmit and receive frequency range of 1 MHz to 18 GHz.
• Up to 400 MHz instantaneous signal bandwidth on each transmitter and receiver.
• Each receiver is independently programmable in frequency, gain, and bandwidth.
• Each transmitter is independently programmable in frequency, power, and signal waveform.
• Large waveform storage capacity for full bandwidth recording and playback.
• Quick setup and configuration, operational in a matter of minutes.
• Compatible with standard universal AC power, vehicle power, and battery power.
• BB2590 battery operation for extended field use.
• Compatible with Ranger Signal WorkShop™ waveform files.
• Compatible with Ranger EMS Sequencer (Vignette Planning & Execution) software.
• Mobile phone, tablet, or PC operation via network connection.
• Modular hardware structure for customizable configurations.
• Software Communications Architecture (SCA) framework for rapid deployment of new features and applications.
• Open modular architecture for easy integration into various platforms and systems

- • Easy to operate/calibrate
- • Annual calibration Lightweight / portable
- • Rechargeable battery or externally powered
- • Percent of battery capacity displayed
- • Self-test on power-up
- • Measures DC voltage Manual or Auto Ranging
- • 2 and 3 Wire Meggar
- • Compliant with Boeing Spec 10-61959 Rev H
- • MIL-STD-810 Method 511.4 certified
- • Traceable to NIST
- • Tests any AC or DC capacitive fuel, water, LOX/engine oil or other AC capacitive system*

- • Reliable FAR Part 43 Appendix ‘F’ ERP and MTL testing in high multi-path environments
- • Provides >20 dB of antenna isolation for Mode S transponder altitude and diversity tests
- • Reduces interference with air traffic control and nearby aircraft
- • Rugged design for ramp use
- • Fits most ‘Shark Fin’ L-Band antennas
- • Quick action antenna grip/release action

- • Legacy command set compatibility offered for the following products: NAV-2000R, ATN-7300 and the Collins 479S-6A
- • Ethernet remote control interface offered on the ATB-7300NG
- • VHF Generator - Provides control of modulation frequency, modulation depth (up to 3 sources), SELCAL tones, frequency and tone sequences.
- • ILS/Localizer Generator - Provides control of 90 Hz and 150 Hz tone frequencies, modulation depths, left/right DDM and IDENT settings, including Morse code.
- • ILS Glide Slope Generator - Provides control of 90 Hz and 150 Hz tone frequencies, modulation depths, up/down DDM
- • VOR Generator - Provides control of 30 Hz Var/Ref and 9960 Hz tone frequencies, modulation depths, 9960 Hz deviation, VOR bearing, to/from and IDENT settings
- • ADF Generator - Provides control of modulation frequency, modulation depth and IDENT settings
- • Marker/Beacon Generator - Provides selection of Outer, Middle and Inner marker beacon tones and control of tone frequencies, modulation depth and IDENT settings
- • Basic Graphical User Interface (GUI) allows access to test features

- • Uses a precise non-contact air-solvent-air sequence to blast and remove contamination particles
- • Comprehensive selection of precision cleaning tips for most fiber connector types
- • High performance air filter system
- • Hassle-free solvent management
- • Additional connections for foot activation pedal & backplane handset extension.

- • ADS-B equipment installation verification
- • Complete AC 20-165B fast and convenient reporting to identify installation issues
- • STC support
- • Eliminate post STC operational flights
- • Coupled testing in the hangar or on the flight line, eliminates:
- • Open sky requirements
- • GPS repeater
- • Weather issues
- • Interference with ATC operations
- • Saves time and money

- • Wide bandwidth, massive recording memory depth with contiguous and sequential recording and playback modes
- • Capable of more than three hours of streaming capture or play back at full instantaneous bandwidth (IBW) (max IBW is 200 MHz) at any center frequency between 100 kHz to 6 GHz or 30 GHz, depending on optional hardware configurations.
- • Capture, playback, and analyze the electromagnetic spectrum (EMS), including both military radars and 5G signals.
- • Ranger’s open industry standard based modular construction supports single or multiple channels in a single 6U chassis, as well as optional high-speed memory depths for recording and playback.
- • Frequency Range
- • VSG: 100 kHz to 6 GHz
- • VSA: 100 kHz to 6 GHz, 100 kHz to 30 GHz (based on hardware configuration)
- • Instantaneous Bandwidth (IBW) up to 200 MHz (250M samples / sec)
- • Signal WorkShop™ Signal Analysis Suite is integrated in all Ranger systems; provides extensive frequency-selective modulation-domain analysis tools to help users pinpoint and isolate signals and identify the cause of RF issues.
- • Compact design, 4U x 19” rack-mountable chassis
- • Rugged construction, 30 G Shock, MIL-28800 Class 3
- • Modular design to adapt to ever-changing needs and allow for system sanitization

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VIAVI Solutions is proud of our industry-leading network solutions for Telecommunications Service Providers, Equipment Manufacturers, Enterprises, and Entities in fields of Government and Avionics. VIAVI is consistently #1 or #2 in the markets we serve, including: Fiber, Cable, Access, Metro and Transport, RAN-to-Core, LandMobile and Military Radio and Nav/Comm and Transponder. We offer end-to-end network visibility and analytics that help build, test, certify, maintain, and optimize complex physical and virtual networks.
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