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Subelement F
Installation, Maintenance & Repair
Section 48
Maintenance
A thick layer of rust and corrosion on the surface of the parabolic dish will have what effect?
  • No noticeable effect.
  • Scatter and absorption of RADAR waves.
  • Correct Answer
    Decrease in performance, especially for weak targets.
  • Slightly out of focus PPI scope.
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The echo box is used for:
  • Testing the wavelength of the incoming echo signal.
  • Correct Answer
    Testing and tuning of the RADAR unit by providing artificial targets.
  • Amplification of the echo signal.
  • Detection of the echo pulses.
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What should be done to the interior surface of a waveguide in order to minimize signal loss?
  • Fill it with nitrogen gas.
  • Paint it with nonconductive paint to prevent rust.
  • Correct Answer
    Keep it as clean as possible.
  • Fill it with a high-grade electrical oil.
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Which of the following is the most useful instrument for RADAR servicing?
  • Correct Answer
    Oscilloscope.
  • Frequency Counter.
  • R. F. Wattmeter.
  • Audio generator.
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A non-magnetic screwdriver should always be used when replacing what component?
  • TR tube.
  • Mixer.
  • Video amplifier.
  • Correct Answer
    Magnetron.

Hint: magnet is in both the question and answer. KD9TIP

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What kind of display would indicate water in the waveguide?
  • Spoking.
  • Correct Answer
    Large circular rings near the center.
  • Loss of range rings.
  • Wider than normal targets.
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