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Whip Antenna (30 MHz - 6 GHz)
The Whip / Dipole is a versatile, omnidirectional, near-field probe used for locating RF transmitters up to
6 GHz.
MCP Multi-Carrier Probe (100 kHz - 60 MHz, 5 MHz - 2 GHz)
The MCP (Multi-Carrier Probe) extends the functionality of the MESA
with the addition of different connectors to allow for the analysis of
suspicious signals: an AC power plug and coaxial connectors.
To use the AC power plug, the "MCP (AC Carrier Current)" option
must be selected in the Input Info window (see page 20). To use the
coaxial connectors, the "MCP (Coax)" option must be selected in the
Input Info window.
The MCP can be used to test for carrier current signals on any pair of
conductors less than 250 volts. Before testing an unidentified pair of
power conductors, a voltmeter should be used to measure the voltage across the conductors. If this
voltage exceeds 250 volts, do not test with the Carrier Current Probe. Two power plugs are included for
connection to US-style or Euro-style outlets. The included alligator clip cable assembly should only be
used on 50V or less. Measurements can be made with three different pair configurations using the
switch on the front of the carrier current probe: Hot/Neutral, Neutral/Ground, and Hot/Ground.
Due to power line noise and the broad frequency range that MESA searches, every outlet in an area
should be inspected.
The coaxial connectors on the MCP can be used to test for suspicious signals on coaxial cables. The MCP
can be used to make both in-line measurements and single-ended measurements. For in-line
measurements, connect one side to the Coax Input. The same signal will be output at the Coax Output
connector. For single-ended measurements, connect to the Coax Input connector.
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