2.13 Signal Processing

The signal processing characteristics listed below shall be tested in accordance with
§5.13 and shall meet the following requirements. Moreover, these tests shall include all
vehicle types and displacement distances.

2.13.1 Speed Accuracy. When tested in accordance with §5.13.1, the ATR device shall
display a speed reading within +2 km/h, —(3 km/h + .01 times actual speed) [+1 mph, —
(2 mph + .01 times actual speed)] of the signal produced by the speed simulator.

2.13.2 Minimum and Maximum Speed. When tested in accordance with §5.13.2, the
ATR device shall accurately measure speeds down to 32 km/h (20 mph). It shall further
accurately measure speeds up to 160 km/h (100 mph), or the highest speed at which
the manufacturer states that the unit will operate properly, whichever is higher.

2.13.3 Reserved.

2.13.4 Limiting Speed. When tested in accordance with §5.13.4, the ATR device shall
register a violation for vehicle speeds above an adjustable threshold, but not for slower
vehicle speeds.

2.13.5 Reserved.

2.13.6 Direction Sensing. When tested in accordance with §5.13.6 the ATR device
shall be able to sense the direction of travel of a passing vehicle and to reject the
signals of vehicles traveling in the undesired direction.

2.14 Reserved
2.15 Conducted Electromagnetic Interference

Unless the ATR device is independently powered from dedicated batteries which
remain isolated from their recharging system during traffic enforcement, the
susceptibility of the ATR device to simulated electromagnetic interference from the
vehicle alternator, vehicle ignition, air conditioner/heater motor, windshield wiper motor,
and typical police and citizens band transceivers shall be evaluated as follows During
these tests, a blank target-speed display shall not be considered an erroneous reading.

2.15.1 Simulated Vehicle Alternator Interference. When subjected to a 10 pus to 20 us
wide pulse signal of 1 V p-p amplitude (except for transition spikes) having a maximum
tise time of 2 us and a maximum fall time of 2 us (both excluding ringing) and having a
ringing time no greater than 8 1s, with a pulse repetition rate between 200 pulses per
second (pps) and 10,000 pps, the ATR device shall not display any erroneous
readings.

2.15.2 Simulated Vehicle Ignition, Air Conditioner/Heater Motor and Windshield Wiper
Motor Interference. When subjected to a negative ramp sawtooth wave signal of 1 V p-

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5.16.2 Hand Held Transceiver Interference Test. Turn off the FM transceiver and
repeat the previous test procedure using a handheld FM transceiver having an integral
antenna, an output power of 2 W or more, and positioned at the driver's location.

5.16.3 Citizen’s Band (CB) AM Transceiver Interference Test. For this test a CB
transceiver having at least 4 W output power shall be operated from a front seat
location; its antenna shall be mounted on the exterior of the vehicle as recommended
by the radio manufacturer. The CB transceiver shall draw its power from the vehicle
battery. Start the patrol vehicle engine and set it to a fast idle with the heater and air
conditioner turned off. Switch on the CB transceiver and tune it to channel 20. Follow
the procedure used in the two previous interference tests. Repeat the procedure for CB
channel 1 and then for CB channel 40.

5.16.4 Adjacent-Vehicle Radio-Frequency Interference Test. This test utilizes an
additional vehicle equipped with an FM transceiver and a CB / AM transceiver. This

vehicle shall be driven at the speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) past the stationary ATR
device so that at its closest approach the moving vehicle and the ATR device are
separated by approximately 4 m (13 ft). Activate the ATR device and using the FM
transceiver repeat the procedure of §5.16.1 while observing the ATR device display for
any erroneous readings. Then, using the CB transceiver repeat the test procedure of
§5.16.3 again looking for erroneous readings..

5.17 Speed Accuracy: Field Operation

If requested by the ATR device manufacturer, test the unit for both attended and/or
unattended operation.

Install and connect the vendor supplied image recording equipment in accordance with
instructions provided by the manufacturer. Insure the antenna and image recording
equipment are oriented for the direction of enforcement, whether operating in the
receding mode or approaching mode.

5.17.1 Speed Accuracy Test. Establish a measured distance of at least 800 m (2640
ft) on an open, level location away from other moving objects. Clearly mark a path on
this test track for the target vehicle to follow such that at its point of closest approach
(c.f., figure 13) the target vehicle will be at least 4 m (13 ft) from the ATR antenna.
Drive the test vehicle through this course and, using the reference speed meter,
ascertain that the driver can safely maintain a constant speed of up to 144 km/h (90
mph) through the ATR beam. During a test, the driver or an assistant shall record the
speed measured within the confines of the ATR beam using the reference speed meter.
The readings shall be communicated to the test coordinator who shall compare the
ATR and reference speed data according to the following tests.
5.17.1.1 Attended Operation

5.17.1.1.1 Nominal Displacement Distance for a Receding Vehicle
Position the ATR device on the turntable (c.f., figure 13) and aim the beam to within
0.1° of the nominal design angle specified by the manufacturer. Activate the ATR

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Audio frequency

synthesizer X Yo q

Oscilloscope Microphone

Figure 3. The tuning-fork calibration setup.

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1.4.30 UUT — unit under test.

1.4.31 Vehicle Length - refers to the length of the target vehicle and consequently
determines the duration of its Doppler signature.

1.4.32 Vehicle Type - target vehicles, including motorcycles, automobiles or trucks,
addressed by this standard.

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Test Vehicle

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Figure 13. The operational speed accuracy
measurements setup shown for receding traffic.

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Standard

supply
voltage

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Power
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meter

AM transceiver interference measurements setup.

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Isolation
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Table 1. Speed Errors Due to Misalignment

Alignment Error Percent Speed
(Degrees) Error 104 km/h (65 MPH)

-7.0 3.7 67.4
6.0 3.3 67.1
-5.0 2.8 66.8
4.0 2.3 66.5
-3.0 1.8 66.2
-2.0 1.2 65.8
-1.5 0.9 65.6
-1.3 0.8 65.5
-1.0 06 65.4
0.0 0.0 65.0
+1.0 0.6 64.6
+2.0 1.3 64.2
42.3 1.5 64.0
42.7 1.8 63.8
+3.0 2.0 63.7
+4.0 28 63.2
+5.0 3.6 62.7
+6.0 44 62.1
+7.0 5.2 61.6

Note: This table is optimized for a 20’ cosine effect within 0.5 %
and is usable for design angles within 15 to 25 .

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration wishes to express its appreciation
to the following individuals that have contributed to the publication of this document.

A. George Lieberman, Ph.D.
Program Manager, Office of Law Enforcement Standards
National Institute of Standards and Technology

Richard R. Larson
Program Manager, Radar Testing Program
International Association of Chiefs of Police

Members of the Enforcement Technologies Advisory Technical
Subcommittee (E.T.A.T.S.), Highway Safety Committee
International Association of Chiefs of Police

Appreciation is also extended to the manufacturers of across-the-road radar speed-
measuring devices for their cooperation in the preparation of this document.

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with the automobile threshold speed switch set to 101 km/h (63 mph). Reset the
simulator controls for an automobile receding at 104 km/h (65 mph). Activate the
operate switch on the ATR device and trigger the simulator. Verify that there is no
indication of a speeding violation. A reading of 00, error, or a blank display shall not be
considered an erroneous reading. Repeat all of the steps in the above procedure for
trucks and motorcycles.

5.14 Reserved
5.15 Conducted Electromagnetic Interference

Position the ATR device in front of the speed simulator, centering the radar beam on
the aperture of the simulator. Connect, as in figure 9, the other test equipment to the
ATR device and set the standard supply voltage. Turn on the simulator and set its
controls to simulate the signal of a 104 km/h (65 mph) passing vehicle. Activate the
ATR device and allow it to complete its self-test. Set the ATR device controls to seek
vehicles in both directions and verify that it is interacting with the simulator and correctly
measuring the simulated speed.

5.15.1 Simulated Vehicle Alternator Interference Test.

5.15.1.1 Frequency Dependence. Set the pulse generator output to 1 V p-p or
7.5 % of the standard supply voltage, whichever is lower, and the pulse repetition rate
to 200 pps with a pulse width of 10 jis to 20 pts. Maintain the simulator speed at 104
km/h (65 mph) while slowly varying the generator frequency from 200 pps to 10,000 pps
and back to 200 pps in convenient steps. Verify that no erroneous speed readings
appear at any time on the ATR device display.

5.15.1.2 Amplitude Dependence. Repeat this procedure but now fix the pulse
repetition rate at 1,500 pps. Slowly vary the pulse amplitude from 0 V to 1 V p-p or 7.5
% of the standard supply voltage, whichever is lower, and back to 0 V, as monitored on
the oscilloscope. Repeat this procedure using a constant pulse repetition rate of 3,100
pps.

5.15.2 Simulated Vehicle Ignition, Air Conditioner/Heater Motor, and Windshield Wiper
Motor Interference Test. Disconnect the pulse generator from the isolation transformer
and replace it with the sawtooth wave generator as shown in figure 10. Using the
oscilloscope to monitor the waveform, set the generator frequency to 200 Hz and the
signal output to 1 V p-p or 7.5 % of the standard supply voltage, whichever is lower.
Maintain the simulator speed at 104 km/h (65 mph) while slowly varying the sawtooth
frequency from 200 Hz to 10 kHz and back to 200 Hz in convenient steps. Verify that no
erroneous readings appear at any time on the ATR display. For Ka-band ATR device,
repeat this procedure while slowly varying the sawtooth generator frequency from
15,000 Hz to 16,000 Hz and back to 15,000 Hz, verifying that no erroneous readings
appear. Pay particular attention to 15,750 Hz.

5.15.3 Simulated FM Transceiver Interference Test.
5.15.3.1 160 MHz. According to figure 11, couple the signal of the FM generator
into the power line of the ATR device using the line impedance stabilization network

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p with a maximum positive rise time of 2 j1s over a frequency range of 200 Hz to 10,000
Hz, the ATR device shall not display any erroneous readings.

2.15.3 Simulated Police FM Transceiver Interference. When subjected to a 10 mW
frequency modulated (FM) radio frequency signal in each police radio frequency band,
the ATR device shall not display any erroneous speed readings.

2.15.4 Simulated Citizen Band (CB) AM Transceiver. When subjected to a 5 mW
amplitude modulated (AM) radio frequency in any of the CB channels specified in
§5.15.4, the ATR device shall not display any erroneous speed readings.

2.16 Radiated Electromagnetic Interference

The operational test requirements of radio frequency transceiver interference and
speed accuracy shall be tested in accordance with §5.16. An ATR device powered by a
battery pack and designed to also use a nominal 12 V automotive system and adapter
as an optional source of power shall also be tested for operability under requirement
(§5.16.1) for police FM transceiver interference utilizing this adapter. During these
tests, a blank target speed display shall not be considered an erroneous reading. Each
ATR device shall meet the following requirements.

2.16.1 Police FM Transceiver Interference. The ATR device shall not display any
erroneous speed readings when an FM radio transceiver, properly installed in the ATR
device equipped vehicle, is operating while the vehicle is standing still with the ATR
device in the stationary mode with no other vehicle present.

2.16.2 Handheld FM Transceiver Interference. The ATR device shall not display any
erroneous readings when a hand held FM transceiver with an integral antenna is
operated inside the vehicle under similar circumstances.

2.16.3 Citizens Band (CB) AM Transceiver Interference. The ATR device shall not
display any erroneous speed readings when a CB AM transceiver is transmitting while
the ATR device equipped vehicle is stationary with no other vehicle present.

2.16.4 Adjacent Vehicle Radio Frequency Interference.

2.16.4.1 FM transceiver. The ATR device shall not display any erroneous speed
readings when a second vehicle with a transmitting FM transceiver is driven within 3 m
(10 ft) of the stationary vehicle while the ATR device is operating.

2.16.4.2 CB AM transceiver. The ATR device shall not display any erroneous
speed readings when a second vehicle with a transmitting CB AM transceiver is driven
within 3 m (10 ft) of the stationary vehicle while the ATR device is operating.

2.17 Speed Accuracy: Field Operation

The speed accuracy and the sensitivity of the ATR device to its physical alignment and
distance from the target vehicle shall be evaluated in accordance with §5.17 and shall
meet the following requirements.

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4.13 FM Signal Generator

The FM signal generator shall be capable of producing 20 mW output power at
frequencies from 30 MHz to 500 MHz and shall have an audio frequency modulation
variation from 500 Hz to 5,000 Hz, a 50 © output impedance, a maximum standing-
wave ratio of 1.2 and a variable output level. It shall also have a deviation meter or
calibrated control for determining the peak frequency deviation with an uncertainty no
greater than 10 %.

4.14 AM Signal Generator

The AM signal generator shall cover the 25 MHz to 30 MHz frequency range, be
capable of producing at least 20 mW output power and 99 % modulation with
frequencies from 500 Hz to 5,000 Hz, and have a 50 Q output impedance and a
maximum standing-wave ratio of 1.2. The generator should include a digital frequency
counter having an uncertainty no greater than 1 part in 10° and an AM monitor or
calibrated control for determining the AM percentage with an uncertainty no greater
than 10 %. If an integral frequency counter is not included, a separate frequency
counter having the required accuracy shall be provided.

4.15 RF Power Meter

The rf power meter shall have 50 Q feed-through detectors for frequencies from
20 MHz to 500 MHz and the ability to handle powers up to 50 W with an uncertainty of
10 % or less.

4.16 Oscilloscope

The oscilloscope shall have a vertical input sensitivity (y-axis) of 10 mV/cm or better
and a frequency response of at least 5 MHz. It shall also have a horizontal input (x-
axis) having at least a 20 kHz frequency response and a horizontal sweep time base
resolution of 100 us/cm or better. It shall provide a reference voltage, having an
uncertainty of 5 % or less, for calibrating the vertical input.

4.17 Reserved
4.18 Slide Whistle
The slide whistle, a wind instrument with a notched hollow tube and a variable

displacement, shall be capable of producing audio frequency notes from 500 Hz to
3,000 Hz.

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Section 3 - Test Conditions

3.1. Standard Test Conditions

Allow all measurement equipment to warm up until the system has achieved sufficient
stability to perform the measurements. Unless otherwise specified, perform all
measurements under standard test conditions.

3.1.1 Standard Temperature. Standard ambient temperature shall be between 20°C
(68°F) and 30°C (86°F).

3.1.2_Standard Relative Humidity. Standard relative humidity shall be between 10 %
and 85 %.

3.1.3_Standard Supply Voltage. For a nominal 12 V dc automotive system, the standard
supply voltage shall be 13.6 V + 0.1 V. The standard supply voltage characteristics of
other types of battery supplies will be defined as needed. A well-filtered electronic
power supply capable of a voltage adjustment of +25 % from the nominal shall be used
for laboratory testing and is recommended for other tests in place of the battery for
safety and convenience. The standard supply voltage shall be applied to the input
terminals of the dc supply cables (including all connectors and circuit protectors) as
furnished by the manufacturer. Adjust the standard supply to within 1 % of its specified
voltage.

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(LISN) of figure 12. Adjust the supply to provide standard voltage, turn on the ATR
device and, as before, establish a simulated target speed of 104 km/h (65 mph).
5.15.3.1.1 Vary Modulation Frequency. Set the generator to an rf carrier
frequency of 160 MHz with an output of 10 mW and no more than 1 mW of reflected
power as indicated by the power meter. Set the frequency deviation (modulation width)
to 5 kHz and slowly vary the modulation frequency from 200 Hz to 10 kHz and back to
200 Hz in convenient steps. Verify that no erroneous readings appear at any time on
the ATR device display.
5.15.3.1.2 Vary Output Power. Repeat procedure §5.15.3.1.1 using a
constant modulation frequency of 1.5 kHz while slowly varying the FM signal generator
output from 0 mW to 10 mW and back to 0 mW. Repeat the procedure again using a
constant modulation frequency of 3,100 Hz.
5.15.3.2 40 MHz. Repeat procedure §5.15.3.1 for a 40-MHz carrier frequency.
5.15.3.3 460 MHz. Repeat procedure §5.15.3.1 for a 460-MHz carrier
frequency.

5.15.4 Simulated Citizens Band (CB) AM Transceiver Interference Test. According to
figure 11, replace the FM signal generator of the previous test by the AM signal
generator.

5.15.4.1 Frequency Dependence. Set the generator to a frequency of 27 MHz
with an output of 5 mW, as measured by the power meter, with no more than 1 mW
reflected power and adjust the generator modulation to 99 %. Maintain the simulator
speed at 104 km/h (65 mph) while slowly varying the modulation frequency from 200 Hz
to 10 kHz and back to 200 Hz. Verify that no erroneous readings appear at any time on
the ATR display.

5.15.4.2 Amplitude Dependence. Repeat the above procedure using a constant
modulation frequency of 1.5 KHz while slowly varying the AM signal generator output
from 0 mW to 5 mW and back to 0 mW. Repeat the procedure again using a constant
modulation frequency of 3.1 kHz.

5.16 Radiated Electromagnetic Interference

The following roadside tests shall be performed in noise-free environment void of
extraneous moving objects such as ventilation fans or other cars not involved in the
tests. The ATR device shall be installed in a vehicle of a type commonly used by law
enforcement. The ATR antenna shall be positioned with respect to the frame of the
vehicle in accordance with instructions from the ATR device manufacturer. This vehicle
shall have a permanently installed police FM transceiver and provision for powering a
CB radio.

5.16.1 FM Transceiver Interference Test. Start the vehicle engine and set it to a fast
idle. Switch on its FM transceiver and activate the ATR device. Set the ATR controls for
detection of vehicles of arbitrary speed, length and direction. With no other vehicle
present, activate the transceiver push-to-talk switch and use the slide whistle to transmit
tones via the microphone. Vary the tone of the slide whistle from 500 Hz to 3,000 Hz
and back to 500 Hz, while observing the ATR speed display for possible erroneous
readings.

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2.6.2 Reserved.

2.6.3 Radiated Output Power Stability. The microwave carrier output power shall not
vary by more than +1.5 dB from its nominal value when the standard supply voltage is
varied +20 %.

2.6.4 Antenna Beamwidth. The full beamwidth between half power points in the
horizontal plane shall not exceed 12° for X-band or 6° for K-band and Ka-band ATR
device. At angles offset from the direction of maximum radiation and exceeding 13° for
X-band and 11° for K-band and Ka-band ATR device, the radiated far-field power shall
remain at least 20 dB below that of the maximum. For all ATR devices, the total
included angle between the half-power points in the vertical plane of the primary radar
beam shall be no greater than 20°. The sidelobe power radiated in any direction shall
be 15 dB below the maximum value of the main lobe. In addition, the primary radar
beam shall be centered horizontally at the design angle specified by the manufacturer +
0.5° and vertically at 90° + 0.5°.

2.6.5 Antenna Near-Field Power Density. The maximum antenna near-field power
density of each ATR device shall not exceed 5 mW/cm’.

2.6.6 Standby/Operate Switch. When so equipped, no rf power shall be transmitted
unless the standby operate switch is closed. Transmission shall commence without
delay when the switch is closed and immediately cease when the switch is opened.

2.7 Environmental Extremes

The ability of the ATR device to operate in environmental extremes shall be determined
using the test methods described in §5.7 and shall meet the following requirements.

2.7.1 Operational Temperature Stability (ATR device only). When tested in accordance

with §5.7.1 following exposure to a temperature of -30°C (-22°F), or the lowest
temperature at which the manufacturer states that the ATR device will properly operate,
whichever is lower, and following exposure to a temperature of 60°C (140°F), or the
highest temperature at which the manufacturer states that the unit will operate properly,
whichever is higher, each ATR device shall continue to meet the requirements of §2.5,
§2.6.1 and §2.6.3.

2.7.2. Operational Humidity Stability (ATR device only). When the ATR device is
tested in accordance with §5.7.2 following exposure to 90 % humidity at 37°C (99°F) for
a minimum of 8 h, the equipment shall continue to meet the requirements of §2.5,
§2.6.1 and §2.6.3.

2.8 Low Supply Voltage Indicator

Each ATR device shall have a low voltage indicator that alerts the operator either
visually or audibly when the supply voltage is reduced below threshold. For an ATR

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5.9 Doppler Audio (if applicable)

Place the ATR device in a suitable location. Position the speed simulator 1 m (3.3 ft)
from the ATR device aligning the horn of the speed simulator with the center of the
radar beam. Connect the ATR device to the standard supply voltage source, turn it on
and allow it to complete its self-test routine. Set the ATR controls to seek approaching
vehicles, turn on the simulator, and set its controls to simulate an 80 km/h (50 mph)
approaching vehicle. Trigger the simulator and listen for a tone corresponding to the
speed reading (§2.9). Repeat the above test for receding vehicles.

5.10 (Reserved)
5.11. Power Surge

Leave the ATR device and speed simulator set up as in the previous section. Establish
a simulated vehicle speed of 80 km/h (50 mph). Switch the state of the ATR device
several times between power off and power on. Verify that no erroneous readings are
introduced as a result.

5.12 Speed Display

Each time a test method requires that the ATR device be connected to the simulator,
the ATR device shall also be connected to the standard supply voltage source and
properly aligned on the simulator. Turn the simulated target signal off and proceed with
each of the tests.

5.12.1 Display Readability Test. Establish a simulated target speed and verify that the
display is clearly readable when used as intended by the manufacturer.

5.12.2 Display Speed-Lock Test (if applicable). Establish a simulated target speed and
then activate the speed-lock switch on the ATR device to retain that target speed
reading. Next increase the target speed, then discontinue the simulated target and
verify that the target-speed display retains the original speed reading. Clear the ATR
device of the speed reading and establish another simulated target-speed, but do not
activate the speed-lock switch. Discontinue the simulated target speed, wait for the
target-speed display to blank, and then activate the speed-lock switch. Verify that the
target-speed display remains blank. Next, activate any one of the control switches on
the ATR device, except standby and test, and verify that the previous speed reading
has not been preserved. Repeat this for each control switch.

5.12.3 Reserved.
5.12.4 Internal Circuit Test. Activate the ATR device and perform the internal circuit

test in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer. Verify that only correct
readings are displayed.

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5.4.2 Electronic Tuning Fork. For an ATR device responding to an electronic tuning
fork, measure and record the frequency of this oscillator using a frequency counter
attached to the electrical connector provided by the manufacturer for this purpose.

5.5 Tuning Fork

5.5.1 Mechanical Tuning Fork. For an ATR device responding to a mechanical tuning
fork, orient the ATR antenna so no moving targets are in its view and set the ATR
controls to seek both approaching and receding targets. Activate the tuning fork by
striking it on a nonmetallic object and hold the tuning fork at a distance of 2.5 cm to 10
cm (1 in to 4 in) in front of the antenna with the flat side parallel to the direction of
propagation. The ATR device must display the speed corresponding to the tuning fork
frequency corrected for cosine angle effect within the allowable tolerance.

5.5.2 Electronic Tuning Fork. For an ATR device responding to an electronic tuning
fork, follow the manufacturer's directions for checking the operation of the ATR device
speed processing function. The ATR device must display the speed specified by the
manufacturer within the allowable tolerance.

5.6 Microwave Transmission

5.6.1 Transmission Frequency and Frequency Stability Test. Place the ATR device in
the anechoic chamber (if available) and connect the test equipment as shown in figure
4. Position the pickup-antenna in the radar beam a sufficient distance away from the
ATR device to prevent overdriving the microwave frequency counter. Adjust the supply
voltage to its standard value, allow it to stabilize for 2 min, and then record the
microwave frequency. Reduce the supply voltage by 20 % of its standard value or to the
manufacturer's low-voltage value, whichever is lower, and wait 2 min and record the
microwave frequency. Increase the supply voltage by 20 % of its standard value or the
manufacturer's high-voltage value, whichever is higher, and. wait 2 min and record the
microwave frequency.

5.6.2 Reserved.

5.6.3 Radiated Output Power Stability Test. Position the ATR device on a vertical test
stand with the antenna pointed upward, and connect the test equipment as shown in
figure 6. Mount the isotropic probe of the field intensity meter 50 cm to 100 cm (20 in to
40 in) above the radar antenna and within the primary radar beam. Adjust either the
ATR device or the probe horizontally to maximize the probe reading. Record the
distance between the antenna aperture and the isotropic probe, adjust the supply
voltage to its standard value, and record the field strength of the microwave output
signal. Vary the supply voltage +20 % and record the change in microwave output
power density.

5.6.4 Antenna Beamwidth Test. Place the ATR antenna on an antenna positioning
device, capable of rotational resolution of +0.1°, in the anechoic chamber or above an
open ground plane with absorbing materials placed on the ground surface to disperse

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword
Acknowledgments ...

Section 1 - General Information

§1.1 Scope....
§1.2 Purpose
§1.3 Application
§1.4 Definitions

Section 2 — Requirements

§2.1 Manufacturer Provided Equipment
§2.2 Manufacturer Provided Information .
§2.3 Manufacturer Labeling....
§2.4 Tuning Fork Calibration ..
§2.5 Tuning Fork
§2.6 Microwave Transmission
§2.7 Environmental Extremes.
§2.8 Low Supply Voltage Indicator
§2.9 Doppler Audio.
§2.10 (Reserved)...
§2.11 Power Surge.
§2.12 Speed Display..
§2.13 Signal Processing
§2.14 (Reserved)..........
§2.15 Conducted Electromagnetic Interference.
§2.16 Radiated Electromagnetic Interference....
§2.17 Speed Accuracy: Field Operation
§2.18 Vehicle Determination: Field Operation Speed Measurement.

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device intended to operate from a nominal 12 V automotive system, the low voltage
indicator shall activate if the supply voltage is reduced to 10.8 V, or to the lowest
voltage specified by the manufacturer (§2.2.5), whichever is lower. For an ATR device
utilizing a battery pack or other power supplies, the low voltage indicator shall activate if
the supply voltage is reduced to the lowest operating voltage specified by the
manufacturer (§2.2.5). When tested according to §5.8, the ATR device shall not
display any erroneous readings at, or below, the threshold voltage that activates the
indicator. A blank display is not an erroneous reading.

2.9 Doppler Audio (if applicable)

Where applicable, the Doppler audio output characteristics of audio output and volume
control shall be tested in accordance with §5.9. The ATR device shall emit a Doppler
audio tone that is correlated with the received Doppler signal and any interference
present, and it shall have an audio volume-adjustment control.

2.10 (Reserved)
2.11 Power Surge

The power surge characteristics exhibited when switching the ATR device from off to on
shall be tested in accordance with §5.11. Switching the ATR device from off to on shall
not cause any erroneous speed readings with a vehicle present.

2.12 Speed Display

The speed-display characteristics of display readability, display speed-lock control,
display-clear function, internal circuit test function, and auxiliary displays shall be tested
in accordance with §5.12 and shall meet the following requirements:

2.12.1 Display Readability. The display shall be clearly readable when tested in
accordance with §5.12.1 and used as intended by the manufacturer.

2.12.2 Display Speed-Lock Control. If applicable, the speed lock switch shall preserve
the displayed vehicle speed readings, require manual actuation and not recall a
previous reading.

2.12.3 Reserved.

2.12.4 Internal Circuit Test Function. The ATR device shall have a self-test function
that, when activated, determines if the internal signals will be processed and displayed
to within +2 km/h (41 mph). The ATR device shall display the correct reading(s) when
performing the internal circuit test function, or the ATR device shall display an error
message at the end of the test if the test function fails. It shall not be possible for the
ATR device to lock in speeds displayed by this test. The internal circuit test switch shall
not be labeled cal or calibrate.

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Figure 5 - The input current and low supply voltage measurements setup....... A-8
Figure 6 - The radiated output power stability measurement setup
Figure 7 - The antenna beamwidth measurement setup ...............
Figure 8 - The antenna near-field power density measurement setup
Figure 9 - The simulated vehicle alternator interference

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Figure 10 - The simulated vehicle ignition, air conditioner/heater and
windshield wiper interference measurements setup..............2:05 A-13

Figure 11 - The simulated police FM transceiver and the citizens band
AM transceiver interference measurements setup ..
Figure 12 - The line interference stabilization network (LISN) ...
Figure 13 - The operational speed accuracy measurements setup
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Section 4 - Test Equipment

4.1. Test Equipment

The test equipment discussed in this section is limited to that equipment which is most
critical in making the measurements discussed in this document. All other test
equipment shall be of laboratory instrumentation quality.

4.2 Multifunction Synthesizer

The audio-frequency, multifunction synthesizer shall be capable of providing a sine or
square wave voltage of at least 10 V p-p across a 50 Q load with an offset of +5 V dc
over a frequency range of 200 Hz to 100 kHz. It shall sweep upward or downward from
the starting programmed frequency to the stopping programmed frequency at a sweep
rate such that the sweep duration is adjustable from 0.1 s to 2's. The synthesizer shall
be capable of a single sweep by manual control or external trigger, and repetitive
“sweeps adjustable from 0.1 s to 5s. The audio output shall only be present during the
frequency sweep.

The synthesizer should also be capable of producing a continuous single frequency
sine or square wave. The frequency output accuracy shall be derived from a time base
of at least 50 parts per million or better accuracy.

4.3. Microphone

The microphone shall have a frequency range of 300 Hz to 10 kHz and shall be
capable of coupling tuning fork tones into an amplifier or oscilloscope.

4.4 Environmental Chamber

The environmental chamber shall be large enough to hold the ATR device and shall
produce air temperatures from -30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F) and relative humidity
in the range of 90 % to 95 % while shielding the items under test from heating or
cooling air currents blowing directly on them. The temperature of the test items shall be
measured with a thermometer separate from the sensor used to control the chamber air
temperature and shall have an uncertainty no greater than +1 °C (+2 °F). Likewise,
humidity shall be measured with a hygrometer separate from the sensor used to control
humidity and shall have an uncertainty no greater than +2 %.

4.5 Anechoic Chamber

The anechoic chamber shall be shielded to exclude outside interference and shall be
constructed to minimize internal microwave reflections from the chamber wall, floor and
ceiling.

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1.4.6 Antenna Primary Beam - the radiation pattern of the antenna enclosed by the
angle between the two first minima of radiated power on each side of the antenna
centerline. The main lobe of an antenna radiation pattern excluding all microwave
power radiated in the sidelobes.

1.4.7 Attended Operation — an operator is an integral part of the evidence acquisition
process.

1.4.8 Cosine Effect - the effect due to the target not traveling directly toward or away
from the radar device. The effect is always to lower the Doppler shift frequency in direct
proportion to the cosine of the angle between the direction of travel and a line from the
radar device to the target.

1.4.9 Design Angle - the angle at which the across-the-road radar device is designed to
operate with respect to the path of the targeted vehicle (cf., figure 1).

1.4.10 Displacement Distance - the distance from the ATR device to the monitored lane
of traffic (cf., figure 1).

1.4.11 Display - a visual readout device used to show vehicle speed and other useful
information.

1.4.12 Doppler Audio - an audible signal that is generated by driving a loudspeaker with
the Doppler-shift beat frequency, or with the Doppler-shift beat frequency divided by a
fixed factor, provided that changes in the audio frequency correspond directly to
changes in the speed of a target vehicle and any ambient interference present is
discernible.

1.4.13 Doppler Shift - the magnitude of the frequency change of the radar return signal
received when the source and the radar reflecting target are in motion relative to one
another.

1.4.14 Erroneous Reading - an incorrect target speed displayed by the radar device,
ie., one that is not due to a target vehicle or which is not within the required accuracy
tolerance of the speed of a target vehicle, excluding known correction factors such as
the cosine effect.

1.4.15 Far-field Region [3] - that region beyond the close proximity of a transmitting
antenna generally considered to begin at a radial distance R defined by the relationship

pod.

where d is a length characteristic of the antenna aperture and ( is the wavelength of the
transmitted frequency, in consistent units.

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Section 1 - General Information

1.1. Scope

The scope of this document is limited to automated, across-the-road radar systems
used by law enforcement agencies for enforcing vehicle speed regulations.

1.2. Purpose

The purpose of this document is to specify minimum performance requirements and
methods of test for the stationary, automated, across-the-road radar devices used by
law enforcement agencies to measure, display and record images of vehicles moving at
excessive speeds along the nation’s roads and highways.

1.3 Applications

This document applies to radar speed measuring devices that transmit an unmodulated
continuous wave (CW) microwave beam across the roadway, monitor the signals
reflected from the moving vehicles crossing the microwave beam, process the Doppler
shifts of the reflected signals for the vehicle speeds, and may automatically record
images of those vehicles which exceed a preset speed.

1.4 Definitions

The principal terms used in this document are defined in this section. Additional
definitions relating to law enforcement electronic items may be found in reference [2].

1.4.1 Accuracy - the degree to which a radar device measures and displays the correct
speed of a target vehicle.

1.4.2 Acquired Target - a vehicle which enters the radar beam of an ATR device,
allowing for a measurement of its speed.

1.4.3 Across-the-Road Radar (ATR) Device - a radar device which operates at a
specified angle to the path of vehicle(s) and which makes allowance for the cosine
angle effect.

1.4.4 Ambient Interference - The conducted and/or radiated electromagnetic
interference and/or mechanical motion interference, at a specific test location and time,
which might be detrimental to proper radar device performance.

1.4.5. Antenna Horizontal Beamwidth - the total included acute angle, in the horizontal
plane, of the main lobe between the half-power points of the radar antenna far-field
radiation pattern, where the half-power points are measured relative to the maximum
power at the center of the radar beam and on a radius equidistant from the face of the
antenna.

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Test Diagram (Not to Scale)

; Microwave

Monitored Target Beam
Traffic (Ly, Sy, Dy) Centerline
Lane

Across-the-Road
Radar ( ATR

Test Parameters

Target Parameters:

1. Ly =Length (m, ft) (

2. Sy = Speed (km/h, mph)

3. Dy, = Direction with respect to ATR device
(approaching or receding)

ATR DEVICE Parameters:
1. BW = Horizontal antenna beamwidth (degrees)
2. fo = Microwave frequency (MHz)

Setup Parameters:

1. DA= Design angle (degrees)
2. DD = Displacement distance (m, ft)

Figure 1. Test parameters required for the ATR target simulator.

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the maximum reading and record it.

5.6.6 Standby/Operate Switch. When an ATR device is so equipped, connect the ATR
device as in figure 8 to the standard supply and energize it. Allow the ATR device to
stabilize for 2 min. Use the isotropic probe and field density meter to verify that no rf
power is transmitted unless the standby/operate switch is closed. Verify that
transmission commences without due delay when the switch is closed, and ceases
without delay when the switch is opened.

5.7 _ Environmental Extremes

These tests should be conducted in an anechoic chamber or a site where reflecting
objects are minimal or an open ground plane with absorbing materials placed on the
ground surface to disperse the reflected signal.

5.7.1 Operational Temperature Test. Place the ATR device (excluding any image
recording and other display equipment) in the environmental chamber and adjust the
chamber temperature to within +2 °C (+3.6 °F) of the required low temperature. Allow
the chamber to reach thermal equilibrium and maintain it at this temperature for 30 min.
Using protective gloves, remove the ATR device, place it in the test location positioned
such that the center of the radar beam is directly in line with the speed simulator.
Connect the ATR device and the display (if applicable) to the standard supply voltage
and turn it on. After energizing, wait 2 min before performing any measurements. The
ATR device shall meet the requirements of §2.7.1 within 15 min of operation. Repeat
the above procedure at the required high temperature +2 °C (+3.6 °F).

5.7.2 Operational Humidity Test. Place the ATR device (excluding any image recording
and other display equipment) in the environmental chamber and adjust the relative
humidity in the chamber to 90 % at 37°C + 2°C (99°F + 3.6°F). Allow the chamber to
reach these conditions and maintain them for at least 8 h. Using protective gloves,
remove the ATR device from the chamber, place it in the test location positioned such
that the center of the radar beam is directly in line with the speed simulator. Connect
the ATR device and the display (if applicable) to the standard supply voltage and turn it
on. After energizing, wait 2 min before performing any measurements. The ATR
device shall meet the requirements of §2.7.2 within 15 min of operation. Repeat the
above procedure at the required high temperature +2 °C (+3.6 °F).

5.8 Low Supply Voltage

Connect the ATR device and the display (if applicable) to the standard supply voltage
as shown in figure 5 and energize it. Allow the ATR device to stabilize for 2 min, then
conduct the appropriate speed-accuracy test of §5.5. Continue to measure the radar
speed while decreasing the supply voltage at the rate of approximately 0.2 V/s until the
low-voltage alert is activated. Record the supply voltage level. Verify that no erroneous
speed reading is present. Slowly increase the supply voltage until the low-voltage
indicator is deactivated, and again conduct the appropriate speed-accuracy test (§5.5)
to verify that the ATR device displays the same speed reading as at standard supply
voltage.

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Probe

50 cm to
100 cm

Radar Field
Standard under : | intensity
supply test ale meter

Figure 6. The radiated output power stability measurement setup.

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the reflected signal. Position the ATR antenna at least 2 m (6.6 ft) from any surface
that may interfere with the pattern being measured and in the same posture as actually
used. Place a small receiving antenna, preferably a small, standard, high-efficiency
horn, at a distance from the ATR antenna such that its direction of polarization is the
same as the ATR antenna. Connect a power meter or receiver to the receiving
antenna, depending on the strength of the radiated field. Adjust the distance between
the two antennas such that the receiver aperture subtends an angle of roughly 1.0° with
respect to the ATR antenna in the plane of rotation, as shown in figure 7. For example,
a receiving antenna with a horizontal aperture dimension of 3 cm (1.2 in) shall be
located about 2 m (6.6 ft) from the transmitter. Turn on the power and allow the
equipment to stabilize. Rotate the ATR antenna so that the receiving antenna is close
to the center of the transmitted radar beam and then measure the output from the
receiver using the power meter. Adjust the receiving antenna until the power meter can
measure down over a 25 dB range. If the signal is too small for the power meter,
replace it with a receiver or spectrum analyzer capable of detecting the signal. Rotate
the ATR antenna to maximize the coupling with the receiver antenna. Determine that
the received signal strength is within the measurement range of the measuring device,
below the maximum signal capability, and at least 30 dB above the minimum capability.
Rotate the ATR antenna counterclockwise until a line from the ATR antenna to the
receiver antenna is exactly parallel to the plane of the ATR antenna aperture. This
shall be defined to be the pattern angle of 0°. Measure and record the received power.
Rotate the ATR antenna clockwise and repeat the measurement at angular increments
of 1°. Whenever the received power is larger than -20 dB of the maximum, the rotation
shall be reduced to 0.5° per step. This shall continue through the main lobe of the
radar beam. After the signal decreases again below -20 dB, the step can be increased
to 1°. Continue until the ATR antenna has been rotated through 180°. A plot of the
received power versus angle gives the antenna pattern desired. From this plot,
determine the exact angle at which the received power is maximum, the two angles at
which the power decreases to one-half-of-maximum (-3 dB points), and the two angles
at which the received power decreases to one-hundredth of the maximum (-20 dB)
points. Calculate and record the beamwidth or angular difference between the -3 dB
points. Calculate and record the angle that is exactly halfway between the -3 dB points
and that is halfway between the -20 dB points. The angle of maximum radiated field
and the two calculated centers of the radar beam shall all be within +0.5° of the design
angle specified by the manufacturer. If this is not the case, separate the ATR antenna
and the receiving antenna by at least 4 m (13 ft) and repeat the above procedure. A
more sensitive receiver or spectrum analyzer may be needed in this case. Again,
determine the -3 dB and -20 dB beamwidths and the center of the radar beam. Verify
that the received power is greater than -20 dB below the maximum only within the main
radar beam. Reposition the antenna, and repeat the above test procedure to determine
the vertical beamwidth.

5.6.5 Antenna Near-Field Power Density Test. Connect the ATR device to the test
equipment as shown in figure 8. Being careful not to vary the distance from the
antenna aperture, use the isotropic probe to search for the maximum signal strength in
the plane 5 cm (2 in) from the antenna aperture or lens face. Move the probe to obtain

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Section 5 — Test Procedures

§4.6 Microwave Frequency Counter
§4.7 Field-Strength Meter ..
§4.8 Isotropic Probe........
§4.9 Line Impedance Stabilization Network (LISN)
§4.10 Isolation Transforme!
§4.11 Pulse Generator...
§4.12 Sawtooth Wave Ge
§4.13 FM Signal Generator...
§4.14 AM Signal Generator
§4.15 RF Power Meter.......
§4.16 Oscilloscope ..
§4.17 (Reserved)...
§4.18 Slide Whistle...
§4.19 Target Simulator [5] .
§4.20 Instrument Turntable.......
§4.21 Microwave Power Meter .
§4.22 Reference Speed Meter..

§5.1 (Reserved)....
§5.2 (Reserved)...
§5.3 Manufacturer Labeling ..
§5.4 Tuning Fork Calibration.
§5.5 Tuning Fork «0.00.00...
§5.6 Microwave Transmission ..
§5.7 Environmental Extremes
§5.8 Low Supply Voltage ...
§5.9 Doppler Audio...
§5.10 (Reserved)
§5.11 Power Surge...
§5.12 Speed Display
§5.13 Signal Processing .
§5.14 Reserved
§5.15 Conducted Electromagnetic Interference...
§5.16 Radiated Electromagnetic Interference..
§5.17 Speed Accuracy: Field Operation ......
§5.18 Vehicle Determination: Field Operation .

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Table 2 - Minimum Performance Specification for ATR

Speed-Measuring Devices
Figure 1 - Test parameters required for the ATR target simulator A-4
Figure 2 - The ATR radar target simulator [5]

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2.17.1 Speed Accuracy. When the ATR device is tested in accordance with §5.17.1,
speeds determined by the ATR device shall agree to within +2 km/h, —(3 km/h + .01
times actual speed) [+1 mph, —(2 mph + .01 times actual speed)].

2.17.2 Sensitivity to Distance. When the ATR device is tested in accordance with
§5.17.2, speeds measured by the ATR device shall satisfy the requirements of §2.17.1
for distances of 2 m to 10 m (6 ft to 33 ft) between the radar device and the vehicle at
its point of closest approach.

2.18 Vehicle Determination: Field Operation Speed Measurement

Speeding violations shall be documented with a recorded image (or images) displaying
the target vehicle in an appropriate position defined by the ATR device manufacturer.
The evidential image must show at a minimum, the target vehicle’s license plate, speed,
location, time, and administrating officer's identification. For comparison purposes, the
manufacturer shall provide sample images.

2.18.1 Attended Operation. The ability of the ATR device to discriminate between
target vehicles shall be demonstrated using the field-test methods described in §5.18.1.

2.18.2 Unattended Operation. If the ATR device is to be considered for unattended
operation, the manufacturer shall provide a secondary method for verifying that the
evidential recorded image properly identifies the target vehicle and reflects this vehicle’s
true speed, as described in §5.18.2. This may be accomplished by means of a second,
appropriately delayed image showing the target vehicle crossing a specified reference
line.

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approaching mode, with a threshold speed of 65 mph. Drive an automobile at 50 mph
through the radar beam in the approaching direction. The ATR device shall not record
the image of the automobile. Repeat this test a second time.

5.18.1.2.2 Receding Mode. Repeat the test with the ATR device in the
receding mode. The ATR device shall not record the image of the receding vehicle.
Repeat this test a second time.

5.18.1.3 Multiple Vehicles.

5.18.1.3.1 Approaching Mode. Place the ATR device in the
approaching mode, with a threshold speed of 50 mph. Drive two automobiles at any
speed slower than the threshold speed so that they are operating in different lanes and
pass through the radar beam simultaneously. The ATR device shall not record the
images of any automobile.

5.18.1.3.2 Receding Mode. Repeat the test with the ATR device in the
receding mode. The ATR device shall not record the images any automobile.

5.18.2 Unattended Operation. Repeat the tests of §5.18.1 supplemented by the
manufacturer's secondary method for verifying that the evidential image correctly identifies
the target vehicle and its speed.

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Shielded terminal Shielded terminal

to radar device to power
L=5uH | /
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RF connector d
(to 50 Q impedance)

Ground Cl 7 Ground
terminal terminal

Metal case (shield) _/

Figure 12. The line impedance stabilization network (LISN).

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4.19 Target Simulator [5]

The target simulator—diagrammed in figure 2—is designed to accept the unmodulated
CW transmission from an ATR device under test and returns what appears to be the
Doppler frequency-modulated signal of a moving, single scattering center. The synthetic
Doppler shift generated by the simulator shall be capable of simulating target speeds in
the range of 32 km/h (20 mph) to 336 km/h (210 mph) accurate to within £0.16 km/h
(+0.1 mph) at all target speeds. The carrier frequency and other sidebands produced
by the simulator shall be suppressed by at least 20 dB. The simulator shall also
reproduce the downward or upward change in Doppler frequency caused by the cosine
effect of an approaching or receding target passing through the radar beam and shall
reproduce the duration of the radar return associated with different target lengths in the
beam.

4.20 Instrument Turntable

The instrument turntable shall be capable of mounting and supporting the radar device
in order to accurately rotate the unit in the horizontal plane. It shall provide major scale
divisions of at least 0.1° resolution and be small enough to fit into the ATR device
vehicle for operational tests. A vernier-scale readout is permissible for resolutions
greater than 0.1°.

4.21 Microwave Power Meter

The microwave power meter shall be used as a signal receiver for the antenna
beamwidth measurements. It shall have power sensors capable of detecting
microwave signals down to at least -30 dB and a dynamic range of at least 40 dB at
microwave frequencies up to 36,000 MHz.

4.22 Reference Speed Meter
The reference speed meter, possibly a fifth wheel or other precision mechanical,

electrical, or optical speed-measuring device that is capable of measuring
instantaneous vehicle speeds to an accuracy of at least 0.3 km/h (0.2 mph)

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Standard
supply

Radar
under
test

Pick-up horn

Frequency
counter

Figure 4. The transmission-frequency and frequency-stability
measurements setup.

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OPEN-CIRCUIT
COAXIAL STUB
REFLECTIVE LOAD
PYRAMIDAL MATCHING (50 Q 0.141" COAX)
HORN (5 TOTAL)
WA ANTENNA NETWORK
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(MICROWAVE SECTION)

(CLOCK & LOGIC SECTION)

DIRECTION >
SELECTOR COUNTER/ [>] SWITCH
upper / lower MULTIPLEXER [3] DRIVER
sideband
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START External
CONTROL |}——>| o- RANE x —— Chirp
LOGIC Timing
DURATION t
SELECTOR
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CHIRP RAMP X—— Clock
GENERATOR CLOCK Input

Figure 2. The ATR radar target simulator [5].

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Section 2 - Requirements
2.1. Manufacturer Provided Equipment

Each across-the-road radar device submitted for testing in accordance with the
provisions of these specifications shall be accompanied by the minimum equipment as
identified in the operating manual and/or required by the testing laboratory.

The manufacturer shall supply any adapters or unique test equipment required to test
the UUT. (Refer to the IACP Speed- Measuring Device Testing Program Administrative
Guide for complete details.)

2.2. Manufacturer Provided Information

2.2.1 ATR Device. Each ATR device submitted for testing in accordance with the
provisions of this document shall be accompanied by the following minimum
information:

2.2.1.1 Installation instructions. Complete instructions for installing the ATR
device, including precautions to minimize or avoid interference from vehicle ignition,
heater/air conditioner/defroster blowers or other potentially interfering components.

2.2.1.2 Operating Instructions. Complete operating instructions including test
procedures, internal circuit test data, required maintenance, and any operating
characteristics that are indicative of, or symptomatic of, possible malfunction of the
radar device.

2.2.1.3 Power supply. Nominal power supply voltage and currents (with and
without displays illuminated; with and without target present; and, in standby mode, if
appropriate).

2.2.1.4 Frequency. The nominal microwave frequency.

2.2.1.5 Supply voltage. The lowest and highest supply voltage level at which the
radar is designed to operate, the low-voltage alert threshold value and display behavior.

2.2.1.6 Microwave power density. The maximum microwave power density
(mWicm?) measured in a plane 5 cm (2 in) distant from the front of the antenna.

2.2.1.7 Horizontal beamwidth. The antenna horizontal beamwidth in degrees.

2.2.1.8 Design angle The angle in degrees at which the ATR device is designed
to operate with respect to the path of the targeted vehicle. (c.f., figure 1)

2.2.1.9 Polarization. The transmitted electric field polarization, e.g., linear or
circular, and orientation.

2.2.1.10 Operating speed. The minimum and maximum operating speed of the
ATR device.

2.2.1.11 Temperature. The highest and lowest temperature at which the unit is
designed to operate.

2.2.1.12 Displacement distance. The shortest distance between the ATR device
and the monitored lane of traffic. (c.f., figure 1).

2.2.1.13 Temperature and Humidity. The highest temperature and humidity
combination at which the radar device is designed to operate.

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1. NHTSA Technical Report DOT HS 808-069, Model Minimum Performance
Specifications for Police Traffic Radar Devices; 1994 January.
2. Greene, F. M., Technical Terms and Definitions Used With Law Enforcement
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U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC 20531; 1973 July.
3. Jasik, H. R., Antenna Engineering Handbook, New York, NY; McGraw Hill, 1961.

4. SAE Recommended Practice J1113A, Electromagnetic Susceptibility Procedures
for Vehicle Components; 1987 August.

5. Ondrejka, Arthur R. and Johnk, Robert T., A Portable Calibrator for Across-the-
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2.4 Tuning Fork Calibration

When tested in accordance with §5.4.2, the frequency of oscillation of each tuning fork
shall be within +% % of that specified by the manufacturer.

2.5 Tuning Fork

All ATR devices shall be designed to respond to the signal from either a mechanical or
electronic tuning fork for purposes of checking the operation of the ATR signal
processing function.

2.5.1 Mechanical Tuning Fork. If the ATR device is designed to respond to the signal
from a mechanical tuning fork, it shall be tested in accordance with §5.5.1 and display a
speed reading within +2 km/h (+1 mph) of the nominal speed of the tuning fork
corrected, if necessary, for the cosine effect.

2.5.2 Electronic Tuning Fork. If the ATR device is designed to respond to the signal
from an electronic tuning fork, it shall be tested in accordance with §5.5.2 and display a
speed reading within +2 km/h (+1 mph) of the nominal speed specified by the
manufacturer.

2.6 Microwave Transmission

The microwave characteristics of transmission frequency and frequency stability, input
current stability, radiated output power stability, antenna horizontal beamwidth, and
antenna near-field power density shall be measured in accordance with §5.6 and shall
meet the following requirement:

2.6.1 Transmission Frequency and Frequency Stability. When operated at the standard
supply voltage (§3.1.3), the transmission frequency shall be within the assigned
frequency band of 10,500 MHz to 10,550 MHz for an X-band ATR device, 24,050 MHz
to 24,250 MHz for a K-band ATR device, and 33,400 MHz to 36,000 MHz for a Ka-band
ATR device. For a device intended to operate from a nominal 12 V automotive system,
the transmission frequency shall remain within the assigned frequency band if the
voltage is raised 20 % above the standard supply voltage, or to the manufacturer's
specified limit if higher, and when lowered 20 % below the standard supply voltage or to
the manufacturer's specified lower voltage limit, if lower. In addition, for Ka-band ATR
devices the frequency shall remain within +100 MHz of its nominal value. For devices
utilizing a battery pack, the requirements shall be met if the voltage is raised to the
manufacturer's specified upper limit and reduced to the manufacturer's specified lower
limit. An ATR device powered by a battery pack and designed to also use a nominal 12
V automotive system and adapter as an optional source of power shall also be tested
for transmission frequency and frequency stability utilizing this adapter and a standard
supply voltage of 13.6 V +20 %.

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Speed-Measuring Device Performance Specifications: Across-the-Road Radar Module

FOREWORD

This document contains the across-the-road radar speed-measuring device
performance specifications developed under an Interagency Agreement with the
National Institute of Standards and Technology, Office of Law Enforcement Standards.

By defining minimum performance requirements and verification procedures, this
technical document establishes a base line for acceptable across-the-road radar speed-
measuring device performance. Citizens, courts, and law enforcement officers should
be assured that those across-the-road radar speed-measuring device models,
determined by test to comply with these specifications, will provide the high-quality
service they require.

Across-the-road radar equipment buyers should use these performance specifications
as a model to develop purchasing criteria. It is recommended that these specifications
be incorporated into procurement documents requiring that devices offered for
purchase meet, as a minimum, these specifications.

Manufacturers are encouraged to produce across-the-road radar speed-measuring
devices that meet or exceed these performance specifications.

Because this National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) document is
designed as a development and procurement aid, it is necessarily highly technical.

These performance specifications are subject to continuing review. Technical
comments and recommended revisions are welcome. Please send suggestions to:

Enforcement and Justice Services Division
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
400 Seventh Street, SW, NTS-13
Washington, DC 20590

Before citing these performance specifications, or any part of them, users should verify
that the most recent edition of this document is being used. NHTSA believes that these
performance specifications for across-the-road radar speed-measuring devices will
assist law enforcement administrators in determining the accuracy and reliability of
across-the-road radar devices they plan to purchase. NHTSA also believes that these
performance specifications and testing protocols will increase the confidence of law
enforcement officers, the public and the courts in the accuracy and reliability of across-
the-road radar speed-measuring devices.

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device, with its controls set for receding vehicles and its speed threshold feature turned
off. Once the ATR device has performed its self-test routine activate the ATR test
switch. Drive the test automobile along the test path at a constant nominal speed of 32
km/h, 80 km/hr, and 112 km/hr (20 mph, 50 mph, and 70 mph). Record the readings
of the ATR device and the reference speed meter as the test vehicle passes through
the radar beam. Repeat three times and verify that for each speed the average ATR
device reading and the average reference reading agree with the requirements of
§2.17.1.
Repeat the procedure for the nominal design angle plus +1 ° and -1 ° or to the
manufacturer’s specified angle tolerance, which ever is greater.

5.17.1.1.2 Nominal Displacement Distance for an Approaching Vehicle
Repeat the procedures of §5.17.1.1 for an approaching vehicle.

5.17.1.1.3 Sensitivity to Displacement Distance Repeat procedure
§5.17.1.1.1 for an automobile moving at 50 km/h (30 mph). However, for this test the
displacement distance shall be varied. Displacement distances of 6 m (20 ft), 8 m (26
ft), and 10 m (33 ft) shall be used and, if the distances are judged to be safe, 3 m (10 ft)
and 2 m (6 ft). For each distance, record the readings of the ATR device and the
reference speed meter as the test vehicle passes through the ATR device beam.
Repeat three times and verify that the average ATR device reading and the average
reference reading at each displacement distance agree with the requirements of
§2.17.2.

5.17.2 Unattended Operation. Repeat the tests of §5.17.1.1, supplemented by the
manufacturer’s secondary method for proving that the evidential image correctly
identifies the offending vehicle and its speed.

5.18 Vehicle Determination: Field Operation

If requested by the ATR device manufacturer, test the unit for both attended and/or
unattended operation.

Install and connect the supplied imaging equipment in accordance with instructions
provided by the manufacturer. Insure the antenna and the image recording equipment
are oriented for the direction of enforcement, whether operating in the receding mode or
approaching mode.

5.18.1_Attended Operation.
5.18.1.1 Direction Discrimination.

5.18.1.1.1 Approaching Mode. Place the ATR device in the approaching
mode, with a threshold speed of 35 mph. Drive an automobile at 50 mph through the
radar beam in the approaching direction. Repeat, but drive the automobile in the
opposite direction through the ATR device beam. The ATR device shall only record the
image of the approaching automobile.

5.18.1.1.2 Receding Mode. Repeat the test with the ATR device in the
receding mode. The ATR device shall only record the image of the receding vehicle.

5.18.1.2 Speed Discrimination.
5.18.1.2.1 Approaching Mode. Place the ATR device in the

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4.6 Microwave Frequency Counter

The microwave frequency counter shall be capable of measuring microwave
frequencies from 10,500 MHz to 10,550 MHz, from 24,050 MHz to 24,250 MHz, and
from 33, 400 MHz to 36,000 MHz with a measurement uncertainty no greater than 1 part
in107

4.7 Field-Strength Meter

The field-strength meter and accompanying isotropic probe shall be capable of
measuring E-field power densities at a minimum detection level of 0.01 mW/cm’, with
an uncertainty no greater than +1 dB.

4.8 Isotropic Probe

The isotropic probe shall have sensor antennas consisting of three orthogonal dipoles
enclosed in a 10 cm (4 in) diameter protective sphere, a minimum detectable power
density level of 0.01 mW/cm’ over the frequency range from 10,000 MHz to 40,000
MHz and high resistance between the sensor and metering units.

4.9 Line-Impedance-Stabilization Network (LISN) [4]

The line-impedance-stabilization network (LISN), constructed as in figure 12 with
shielded terminals, shall be capable of simultaneously interfacing with the radar device,
the standard supply voltage source, and the interference injection generator.

4.10 Isolation Transformer

The isolation transformer shall have a 4:1 impedance ratio, a frequency range of 30 Hz
to 16,000 Hz, and the secondary winding as connected shall be capable of handling the
current flow without saturating the core.

4.11 Pulse Generator

The pulse generator shall be capable of producing 20 V p-p across a 50 © output
impedance with rise and fall times of less than 1 Us and pulse repetition rates to 200
pps to 10,000 pps.

4.12 Sawtooth Wave Generator

The sawtooth wave generator shall be capable of producing 20 V p-p across a 50 Q
impedance. It shall also be capable of producing a sawtooth wave having a positive-

going, leading-edge, with less than 1 us rise time over a frequency range of 200 Hz to
16,000 Hz.

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Speed-Measuring Device Performance Specifications: Across-the-Road Radar Module

Antenna turntable

Receiving

or rotor horn antenna
| Radar antenna \
Receiver
+4 or power
meter

= angle of
rotation

Figure 7. The antenna beamwidth measurement setup.

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5.13 Signal Processing

For each of the following tests the simulator should be positioned facing the ATR
antenna, directly in line with the center of the radar beam. The ATR device and
simulator should be warmed up, and the ATR device should complete its self-test
routine before going further. Tests shall be completed for all vehicle types at minimum
and maximum displacement distances.

5.13.1 Speed Accuracy Test. Set the ATR device controls to seek an approaching
vehicle. Turn on the simulator and set its controls to simulate the Doppler signature
from a vehicle approaching at 104 km/h (65 mph). Activate the ATR device and trigger
the speed simulator. Verify that the ATR device displays the simulated speed. Repeat
for a receding vehicle.

5.13.2 Minimum and Maximum Speed Test. Set the ATR device to respond to the
vehicles of arbitrary size traveling in either direction. Set the simulator for an
approaching vehicle having a speed of 32 km/h (20 mph). Activate the operate switch
on the ATR device and trigger the simulator. Verify that the ATR device correctly
displays the simulated speed. Reverse the direction of simulated travel and repeat the
test. The ATR device shall again show the simulated speed. Repeat with the simulator
set for an approaching vehicle having a speed of 160 km/h (100 mph), or the highest
speed the manufacturer states that the unit will properly operate, whichever is higher.
Activate the operate switch on the ATR device and trigger the simulator. Verify that the
ATR device correctly displays the simulated speed. Reverse the direction of simulated
travel and repeat the test. The ATR device shall again show the simulated speed.

5.13.3 Reserved.

5.13.4 Limiting Speed Test. On the ATR device, set the threshold speed control for an
approaching automobile speed of 101 km/h (63 mph). Set the simulator speed to

104 km/h (65 mph). Activate the operate switch of the ATR device and trigger the
speed simulator. Verify that the ATR device displays a speed of 104 km/h (65 mph) and
indicates a violation. Repeat this with the threshold speed control set for an automobile
speed of 107 km/h (67 mph). Verify that the ATR device displays a speed of 104 km/h
(65 mph), but does not indicate a violation. Reset the ATR device and simulator
controls for a receding automobile and repeat the above tests. Repeat the above for
approaching and then receding trucks, resetting both ATR device and simulator
controls, as appropriate.

5.13.5 Reserved.

5.13.6 Direction Sensing Test. Set the ATR device to seek a receding automobile with
the automobile threshold speed switch set to 101 km/h (63 mph). Reset the simulator
controls for an automobile approaching at 104 km/h (65 mph). Activate the operate
switch on the ATR device and trigger the simulator. Verify that there is no indication of
a speeding violation. A reading of 00, error, or a blank display shall not be considered
an erroneous reading. Reset the ATR device controls for an approaching automobile

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Speed-Measuring Device Performance Specifications: Across-the-Road Radar Module

Table 2. Minimum Performance Specifications for ATR
Speed-Measuring Devices

Performance Characteristics Minimum Requirement Section

Tuning Fork Frequency Tolerance | +” % of the manufacturers specifications §2.4

Radar Device Tuning Fork Speed

Tolerance +2 km/h (+1 mph) §2.5

X-Band @ 10,525 MHz +25 MHz
K-Band @ 24,150 MHz +100 MHz §2.6.1
Ka-Band @ 33,400 MHz to 36,000 MHz +100 MHz
of the nominal value

Microwave Frequency

Radiated Output Power Variation | +1.5 dB §2.6.3

X-Band @ 12° maximum
Antenna Horizontal Beamwidth K-Band @ 6° maximum §2.6.4
Ka-Band @ 6° maximum

Antenna Near-Field Maximum

2
Power Density 5 mWiem §2.6.5

10.8 V maximum (automotive system) or

Low Supply Voltage as specified by the manufacturer (battery) §2.8
Display Readability Easily readable when used as intended §2.12.1
. 32 km/h (20 mph) maximum low speed
Target Channel Speed Displays 460 km/h (100 mph) minimum high speed §2.13.2
+2 km/h, -(3 km/h + .01 times actual speed) [+1
Speed Accuracy mph, —(2 mph + .01 times actual speed)] §2.17.1
Vehicle Determination Documented with a recorded image (or images) §2.18

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Section 5 - Test Procedures
5.1. Reserved
5.2 Reserved
5.3. Manufacturer Labeling

5.3.1 ATR Device Labeling. The ATR device shall be examined to verify that the
controls operate as explained in the user’s manual and are consistent with their
markings for this purpose. The simulator or normal traffic may be used to input data. It
is permitted for controls to have secondary functions beyond those marked; in these
cases, there is a particular obligation for the manual to be written in plain English and to
describe the use of the controls accurately. While it is impossible for this test to be
exhaustive, the test engineer shall look for the following: controls that are unmarked or
marked in a misleading way; modes of operation that are not documented; misleading
labels appearing in an alphanumeric display; lack of clarity in the manual, including
possible typographical errors. No misleading wording is permitted on the control panel
and display or in the manual. If an undocumented mode does turn up—e.g.,
engineering test mode—the resulting display shall be clearly. different from the display
appearing in a normal speed-measurement mode.

5.3.2 Tuning Fork Labeling. Examine each tuning fork and verify that it is properly
marked as specified in §2.3.2.

5.4 Tuning Fork Calibration

5.4.1 Mechanical Tuning Fork. For an ATR device accepting a mechanical tuning fork,
measure the tuning fork frequency using a microphone, audio amplifier and frequency
counter, or else the test equipment shown in figure 3. In the latter case, adjust the
audio frequency synthesizer to approximate the tuning fork frequency. The tuning fork
frequency is determined by multiplying the labeled tuning fork speed when expressed in
km/h by 19.5061 (31.3906 when expressed in mph) for X-band radar devices, and by
44.7595 (72.0301 when expressed in mph) for K-band radar devices. For Ka-band
radar devices, the transmitted nominal microwave frequency must be specified to
determine the tuning fork frequency. For Ka-band radar devices, the tuning fork
frequency is calculated by multiplying the labeled tuning fork speed expressed in km/h
by 1.853720 (2.983135 when expressed in mph) times the nominal microwave
frequency expressed in gigahertz (i.e., frequency in megahertz divided by 1000) of the
particular radar device. Strike the mechanical tuning fork on a nonmetallic object, wait
3s, then hold it in front of the microphone while adjusting the synthesizer frequency to
obtain a stationary, circular, Lissajous pattern on the oscilloscope. Record the tuning
fork frequency directly from the synthesizer dials. Divide the synthesizer frequency, or
the frequency as measured by the counter, by the appropriate constant given above to
obtain the speed corresponding to the measured frequency of the tuning fork.

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1.4.16 Frequency Band - a designation for the assigned frequency range in which the
radar device operates. Current frequency assignments for police traffic radar devices
are: X-band (10,500 MHz to 10,550 MHz), K-band (24,050 MHz to 24,250 MHz), and
Ka-band (33,400 to 36,000 MHz).

1.4.17 Internal Circuit Test - a test function (whether manually or automatically initiated)
that verifies that all radar device internal signal-processing circuitry, except for the
microwave transmitter and receiver, is working correctly, i.e., all target and patrol
signals will be properly processed and displayed.

1.4.18 Low-Voltage Indicator - a sensing circuit of the radar device which alerts the
operator that a low supply voltage condition exists which may affect radar performance.

1.4.19 Microwave Output Power - the power produced by the microwave transmitter
that is delivered to the input of the radar antenna.

1.4.20 Near-field Region - the region in close proximity to the transmitting antenna that
is not included in the region defined as "far-field region."

1.4.21 Nominal Value - the numerical value of a device characteristic as specified by
the manufacturer.

1.4.22 Polarization - the property of a radiated electromagnetic wave describing the
time-varying direction and magnitude of the electric field vector.

1.4.23 Power Density - the amount of microwave power passing through a unit area of
space measured in a plane that is perpendicular to the direction of propagation.

1.4.24 Recorded Image - images recorded on photographs, microphotographs,
electronic images, videotape, or any other medium.

1.4.25 Sidelobes - radar beams from the antenna which are not part of the primary
radar beam, but which may appear as shoulders on the primary radar beam.

1.4.26 Simulator - a device that generates a precisely-defined synthetic Doppler
reflection for testing radar devices.

1.4.27 Squelch - the capacity of a radar device to inhibit the Doppler audio sound when
the radar is in operation and not receiving a target signal.

1.4.28 Tuning Fork - an electronic or mechanical self-resonant device, which, when
activated, produces oscillations that may be used to generate a pseudo-Doppler
frequency reference in the microwave receiver circuit of the ATR device.

1.4.29 Unattended Operation - an operator is not an integral part of the evidence
acquisition process.

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Probe

Radar

Standard under
supply test

Field
intensity
meter

Figure 8. The antenna near-field power density measurement setup.

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Speed-Measuring Device Performance Specifications: Across-the-Road Radar Module

Standard

supply
voltage

HH

Isolation
transformer

Sawtooth
wave
generator

Oscilloscope

ne a

——— Manufacturer's

Radar power cable

under
test

Figure 10. The simulated vehicle ignition, air conditioner/heater
and windshield wiper interference measurements setup.

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2.2.2 Tuning Fork. Applicable tuning fork(s) shall be submitted to support testing.
2.2.2.1 External tuning fork. Each tuning fork shall be accompanied by a
calibration certificate including as a minimum:
2.2.2.1.1 Serial number. The serial number of the tuning fork
2.2.2.1.2 Design speed. The nominal design speed.
2.2.2.1.3 Frequency calibration. A frequency calibration at 21°C (70°F).
2.2.2.1.4 Frequency band. The microwave frequency band for which it is
to be used (X, K, or Ka).
2.2.2.1.5 Associated radar speed. The calibrated frequency and
associated radar speed in km/h or mph based on conventional down-the-road radar
Doppler frequencies.
2.2.2.1.6 Correction factor. Any correction factor that must be applied to
the 21°C (70°F) calibration speed when used at another temperature.
2.2.2.2 Electronic tuning fork. The nominal frequency of the oscillator and the
nominal design speed displayed upon test by a properly functioning ATR device.

2.2.3 Image Recording Equipment. The image recording equipment shall be submitted
to support testing where applicable. The image recording equipment submitted for
testing in accordance with the provisions of these specifications shall be accompanied
by the following minimum information:

2.2.3.1 Installation instructions. Complete instructions for connecting the
supplied image recording equipment to the ATR device and verifying their operation,
including test procedures, required maintenance, and operating conditions indicative or
symptomatic of a possible malfunction of the ATR system.

2.2.3.2 Operating instructions. Complete instructions for operating the supplied
image recording equipment.

2.3. Manufacturer Labeling

2.3.1 ATR Device. Each control panel and remote control of the ATR device,
including supplied image recording equipment, shall be marked with the functions and
setting of all switches, controls, and displays. It shall not be possible to set the controls
to a functional mode of operation that is not marked and explained in the user's
manual.

2.3.2 External Tuning Fork. The manufacturer shall permanently mark each external
tuning fork with the following information:

2.3.2.1 Serial number. A serial number.

2.3.2.2 Frequency band. The microwave frequency band for which it is to be
used ( X, K, or Ka).

2.3.2.3. Speed specification. A nominal stationary mode radar speed
specification including units (km/h or mph).

2.3.2.4 Ka-band. Each Ka-band tuning fork with the nominal microwave
frequency of its ATR device, or marked with a code representing the same.

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