641 VHF/UHF DF and Monitor Antenna Array
The 641 supports calibrated signal amplitude
The Model 641 VHF/UHF Antenna* is designed
for applications requiring an accurate, multi-
element, direction finding antenna, combined with a
sensitive omnidirectional monitoring antenna.
The 641 allows broadband operations from 20
to 3,000 MHz when used in TCI’s Spectrum
Monitoring System (SMS) or COMINT DF.
Typical DF accuracy is 2 degrees (RMS)*.
*Typical DF accuracy when 641 antenna is used with TCI DF/ SMS systems. 1° in a reflection-free environment. US Patent #6,198,454.
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measurements over the full frequency range.
It also includes built-in self-test (BIST) for • 20 to 3,000 MHz broadband antenna
automatic testing and status verification. for DF, monitoring, and metrics
• Unique design provides high sensitivity
Combine greater DF accuracy with over entire frequency range
omnidirectional monitoring.
The 641 is available in two configurations: fixed- • Large aperture for greater DF
site and mobile applications. Both configurations accuracy: 2° RMS typical over
operate over the same frequency range and frequency range*
feature a 9-element directional DF array, plus a
single omnidirectional monitoring antenna. The
• Rugged, lightweight construction for
easy installation and long life
mobile configuration also includes an electronic
flux gate compass to determine a North reference • Available in two configurations for
for DF bearing calculations. fixed and mobile applications
The 641 antenna also uincludes a broadband
RF switch. In SMS DF systems, the RF switch
commutates signals from the DF elements to an
external two-channel DF/Monitoring receiver
and generates test signals for DF calibration
and automatic system self-test.
641 Summary Specifications

T C I I N T E R N AT I O N A L , I N C .
3541 Gateway Blvd.

Model 641 Fremont, CA 94538-6585 USA

Specifications TEL: 1-510-687-6100

USA: 1-800-824-8074
FAX: 1-510-687-6101
Frequency Range 20 to 3,000 MHz in one band
www.tcibr.com
• Nine fans DF
Array Element Types • One omni UHF bicone
• One bicone monitor & reference
• High dynamic range solid-state switch with broadband RF preamp.
RF Switch (for DF)
• Includes test and DF calibration circuits.
Antenna RF Outputs • Three (DF sample, monitor, DF ref) 50 ohm (1:2 VSWR), Type N connectors
Inputs Power and control, MIL-C-38999 connector
Dimensions 0.7 m (28 in.) high x 1.3m (51 in.) diameter
Weight 37 kg (82 lb)

❯ Sensitivity*
20 MHz -13 dBμV/m
100 MHz -22 dBμV/m
500 MHz -20 dBμV/m
1 GHz -18 dBμV/m
2 GHz -11 dBμV/m
3 GHz -9 dBμV/m

* Field strength required for 10 dB SNR @ receiver output when 641 is installed in a typical system, including
typical coax cable losses and receiver noise figure; referenced to 1 Hz bandwidth.

641Mobile ❯

641 Fixed Antenna

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Data and specifications subject to change without notification.
Not for distribution without prior permission from TCI.
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