Applied Instruments XR-3 Signal Level Meter
Applied Instruments XR-3 Signal Level Meter
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Applied Instruments XR-3 Signal Level Meter

Applied Instruments XR-3 Signal Level Meter is the most capable meter offered by Applied Instruments. It is more durable than the popular Super Buddy meter, and has added features and performance.

The XR-3’s modular design with field switchable modules provides wide versatility to fit different measurement applications, including DBS satellite, VSAT satellite, VHF /UHF off-air, and CATV (QAM and analog).

The XR-3 is great for installing and troubleshooting DISH SmartBox, Blonder Tongue, and other SMATV head end systems often used in hotels, multi-dwelling units, and institutional facilities.

 

Please visit our partner website Applied Instruments for numerous up to date applications notes.

Application Modules

 

Module           Model
Part No.
 Description  Application
Turbo-S2
XR-TS2-01
Satellite Meter Module

North American DBS / Broadcast TVRO

250-2150 MHz

DISH,  DIRECTV,

Bell TV, Shaw  Direct,

and more

VSAT-ACM
XR-S2ACM-01
Satellite Meter Module

VSAT, Broadcast TVRO, International DTH

900-2150 MHz

 iDirect,

Hughes Ku,

and more

Cable-Air
XR-CA-01
Signal Meter Module –  Cable & Off-Air (J.83B) / VHF / UHF

5-1000 MHz

 UHF Off-Air,

CATV,

SMATV  (i.e. DISH Smartbox,   Blonder  Tongue headends)

Operations Manuals

Please visit the site on a regular basis in case their is upgrades to the product operations manuals

Click on Link below for the respective manual.

XR-3 Base Instrument Operation Manual
Cable Off-Air Module Operation Manual
DBS Satellite Module Operation Manual
VSAT Satellite Module Operation Manual
USB to RS-232 Serial Converter Cable

 

Why get one?

If your computer only has USB ports, you can connect this converter cable from your instrument’s 9-pin RS-232 serial cable to your PC’s USB port.

Applied Instruments’ models SAT 9520, ACE 5400, and older style Super Buddy meters (with hardware versions 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3) all featured RS-232 9-pin serial connectors. All Super Buddy satellite meters manufactured since October 2008 (with hardware version 2.0 or higher) feature a USB connector.

 

Carrying Case

Protect your investment with this weatherproof carrying case.

 

The optional carrying case provides a safe home for your XR-3, Super Buddy, AI Turbo S2, or VSAT 7850 signal level meter. This rugged case includes high quality pre-cut internal foam padding for the meter and a few tools or accessories.

NS-1 Handheld Broadband Noise Generator

RF Noise Generator for Testing and Aligning 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It generates a wide, flat, RF noise-signal. The NS-1 is popular for testing network components and aligning a building’s coaxial cable network.The NS-1’s signal is injected into the network at point A. Using a signal receiver, such as a signal level meter (like Applied Instruments’ AI Turbo S2) or spectrum analyzer, the NS-1’s signal is received at point B. The frequency response of the network, between points A and B, is obtained. This measurement allows the user to verify the integrity of cabling and its associated connections at all frequencies between 5 and 2150 MHz.

Additional information on the NS-1 can be found in the Datasheet that can be downloaded from above.

 NS-1 Operations Manual

 

 

Holland HFS-2 Power passing splitter 2-way, one side power pass splitter

 

Install WildBlue(non-Exede) units directly from your Super Buddy 29 and AI Turbo S2 meter.This can also be used with the Super Buddy to install DIRECTV’s SWM ODU with an AC power inserter.

The HFS Series broadband splitters are an advanced design providing the lowest insertion loss from 5-2150 MHz while maintaining high isolation.

Holland HFS2:

• 5-2150 MHz Performance
• Power Passing to One Port
• High Port-to-Port Isolation
• Dish Network Approved

 

Please contact us for more information and availability on these products