RADAR General Knowledge Flashcards
How is Mask Variance calculated?
Subtract the high mask angle from the low mask angle.
Track Volume is calculated by…
Subtracting the vertical scan from the mask variance.
Grid coordinates must be listed and entered __________ when creating zones.
sequentially
______________ is the manual that covers Field Artillery Target Acquisition.
ATP 3-09.12
Which of the following is NOT found on DA Form 5957-R?
Track Volume
DA Form number for a RADAR Deployment Order?
DA Form 5957-R
What are the TWO types of zones?
Censor and Priority
What are the 4 zones that can be entered into the RADAR?
Critical Friendly Zone (CFZ), Call For Fire Zone (CFFZ), Artillery Target Intelligence Zone (ATIZ), Censor Zone (CZ)
Zone coordinates cannot fall outside the sector of search except for the _______________.
Critical Friendly Zone (CFZ)
What are the five basic components of a RADAR?
Radio Transmitter, Radio Receiver tuned to the transmitter frequency, Antenna, Signal and Data Processor, Display
The AN/TPQ-53 cannot simultaneously track hostile and friendly while in 360 mode.
False
The AN/TPQ-53 performs height correction when…
Digital Terrain elevation Data is available, accurate, and loaded into the system.
RPAS (RADAR Position Analysis System) is…
a computer tool that facilitates the sighting and setup of RADARS.
When one AN/TPQ-53 RADAR is operating in a 360 degree mode and a second AN/TPQ-53 RADAR is operating in a 90 degree mode, the systems must be separated by __ km’s.
20
In 360 degree normal mode, the AN/TPQ-53 has a fixed ___ mils of elevation coverage.
373
The AN/TPQ-53 can detect, verify, and locate at least __ projectiles simultaneously in flight within the search area.
50
The power requirements for the Q-53 are
37 KW, 120/208 VAC, 60 Hz (MEG)
The system can be run in two different modes of operations: either the _____________ or the ________________.
90 Degree mode, 360 Degree mode
The Q-53 is usually located _______ behind the FLOT (Forward Line of Own Troops).
3-6 km’s
Two AN/TPQ-53 arrays operating in one of the 90 degree modes must be separated by ______.
5 km’s.
_________ is the emplacement time for the Mission Essential Group (MEG).
5 minutes
_______, _____ and ____ _______ ________ should be ___ when emplacing the MEG.
275 VDC, CB 1 and CB 2 circuit breakers, ‘ON’
Solid objects and heavy foliage should not extend above the bottom of the antennae within __________.
300 meters
Two AN/TPQ-53’s should be placed ______ apart if operating in the same Area of operations in _______________.
20 km’s, 360 degree mode
What is the default mask angle of the Q-53?
20 mils
_________________ the operator TM for the Q-53 RADAR.
TM-11-5840-390-10
________ is the maximum steerable elevation angle of the AN/TPQ-53 in 90 degree mode.
587 mils
What hostile weapons systems is the AN/TPQ-53 capable of locating?
Mortar, Artillery, Rocket
The maximum planning ranges for the AN/TPQ-53 in 90 Degree Normal are __ km for mortars, __ km for artillery, and __ km for rockets.
20, 34, 50
Often, WLR’s (Weapons Locating RADARS) require a position that permits ____ mils coverage.
6400
What must be done if more than one Antenna Column contributing to the same beam has failed?
The failed Antenna Columns must be replaced as soon as possible to ensure the system is operating within the required performance specifications.
Operators can remotely operate the AN/TPQ-50 using wireless connectivity to a distance of _____m line of site.
1,000
If obstructions are located within 20m of the AN/TPQ-50, the signal return strength may _________________.
damage the system
An AN/TPQ-50 operator can tailor the search sectors to enable coverage between ___ and ___ mils.
267, 6400
The minimum range of the Q-50 is ___ meters.
500
At ______ wind speed the AN/TPQ-50 must be disassembled to avoid damage.
57 mph
What are the Frequency Ranges for the AN/TPQ-50?
1215-1390 MhZ
The maximum range of the Q-50 is ______ meters.
10,000
_________________________ are the two operating configurations the AN/TPQ-50 can be operated in.
On Vehicle and Standalone
Disassembly can be accomplished by _ trained operators in approximately __ minutes.
2, 10
The AN/TPQ-50 can be powered by __________ , _________ , and _______ sources.
local grid, generator, vehicle
The AN/TPQ-50 uses __ Antenna Columns in a cylindrical array structure.
24
The AN/TPQ-50 is designed to detect, track, and classify indirect fire as a ______ , ______ , or _________.
Mortar, Rocket, Artillery
AN/TPQ-50s should be separated ___________ if operating in the same area.
1,000m apart
What is the vertical scan of the Q-50?
445 mils
The ideal location for the AN/TPQ-50 system is on a hill or roof top above the surrounding terrain with a clear field of view and a slope of __________ or less.
10 degrees
The AN/TPQ-50 is usually located ______ behind the FLOT.
1 - 2 km
________ is the maximum allowable Mask variation for the AN/TPQ-50.
395 mils
WLR (Weapons Locating RADARS) require _______ of track volume to detect projectiles.
50 mils
What grounding kit is used to safely ground the Q-50 for operations?
MK 2551 grounding kit system
