3515AR Portable Radio Communications Test Set

Test any tactical communications system in any platform quickly and accurately anywhere
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The 3515AR offers the latest in radio front-line testing, long battery life and superior performance. The 3515AR includes spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope and test script language for automating tests, incorporating test instructions, data collection, etc. It offers test scripts for radios and systems, including PRC-117F, PRC-148, fixed-wing and rotary-aircraft, vehicles, and data radios.

Isolate failures in the radio, antenna, or cable in minutes

  • Stand-off tests of tactical radios from 2 MHz to 1 GHz frequency range
  • Isolates failures in nearly any platform’s radio, antenna, or cable
  • Runs tests in minutes without removing or disconnecting the radio
  • Measures high power —20 watts without an external attenuator, up to 200 watts with external attenuator
  • Minimal personnel training

NSN: 6625-01-572-6346

Isolate failures in the radio, antenna, or cable in minutes

  • Stand-off tests of tactical radios from 2 MHz to 1 GHz frequency range
  • Isolates failures in nearly any platform’s radio, antenna, or cable
  • Runs tests in minutes without removing or disconnecting the radio
  • Measures high power —20 watts without an external attenuator, up to 200 watts with an external attenuator provided
  • Minimal personnel training

Rugged, portable, battery powered

  • Portable—weighs approximately 8 lbs with battery
  • Long-lasting battery—5 hours of operation and recharge in 4 hours
  • Rugged—meets MIL-PRF-28800F for humidity, altitude, shock, and vibration
  • Weatherproof case with operating range of -20° to +50°C

Stand-off Tests

  • AM/FM transmitter tests
    • RF power
    • RF frequency error
    • AM modulation/FM deviation
    • Audio frequency counter
    • Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
  • AM/FM receiver tests
    • DCS generator
    • Distortion
    • SINAD/sensitivity
  • Antenna/cable tests
    • VSWR
    • Distance to fault
    • Return loss
    • Cable loss
  • Talk Test (using handset and antenna)

Contents

  • Spectrum Analyzer
  • Oscilloscope
  • Script Language
  • PRM-34 Test

  • Repair and Calibration

    Our products live in rugged environments for over 10 years with 1000s of test connect/disconnect cycles.  We will be there to support you to ensure components that require maintenance like connectors, batteries, and software updates to ensure you are ready to test accurately for years to come. We apply factory procedures that use fast, automated calibration and functional verification, maintenance using OEM parts and the application of all engineering change orders and software updates. Services are available through contract Care plans, FleetCare or per incident as requests. 

    Top 4 Reasons to Choose VIAVI for Your Repair and Calibration Needs:

    • Minimize business disruption
    • Budget
    • Measurement Accuracy and Product Reliability
    • Measurement Compliance, TL9000 certification and OEM Standards

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