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CALLISTO Receiver for e-CALLISTO Radio Solar Spectrometer Network

The CALLISTO-NA (North America) Receiver is available built and tested. The –NA version incorporates all engineering change requests (ECR) and remedies all non-conformance reports (NCR) through October 2011. The main differences between the North American and ETH versions are panel layout and the dc power input connector.

The CALLISTO-NA Receiver is controlled by a user's PC running the supplied Windows application software. Spectral data are collected in the Flexible Image Transport System (FITS) file format. On prior arrangement the data can be regularly sent to FHNW in Switzerland for archive and for use in the e-CALLISTO solar spectrometer network.

e-CALLISTO North America Product Range

Click here for CALLISTO-NA Receiver description, specifications and information and a brief description of the e-CALLISTO Solar Spectrometer Network

Support

  • CALLISTO-NA Receivers in all versions include complete construction and software setup manuals on CD or USB storage stick. Note: We no longer support building your own Callisto instrument, so the construction manual is not updated. Only the software setup manuals are updated.
  • We provide reasonable email technical support for CALLISTO Receivers and products purchased from us. When contacting us, please remember we work on this project in our private time and it is unlikely you will receive an instant reply, but you will receive a reply (unlike 90% of the companies you deal with). Be sure to read the manuals BEFORE contacting us.

Manuals

Production Runs

CALLISTO-NA Receivers are prepared in limited production runs using private time and effort.  We do not procure parts in large quantities, and we setup production runs to satisfy only current demand. Please take that into consideration when you place your order. If you would like to order the CALLISTO-NA Receiver in quantity, please contact us for a delivery schedule before ordering. 

Receiver Configurations Available for Ordering

We offer only a built and tested version as follows:

BUILT and Tested: For the built and tested configuration (part number CR-RBT) all components are installed on the PCB and on the front/rear panels, and the completed receiver is tested and ready for use. No hardware construction is required. Click here for a picture of what you will receive when you order p/'n CR-RBT.

   

The CALLISTO-NA Receiver includes

  • Professionally manufactured printed circuit board (PCB), 2-sided, silkscreened with all components installed and tested
  • Extruded aluminum enclosure with custom machined and labeled front/rear end panels
  • Interface connectors and associated wiring components for RF input, focal plane unit, external clock, power input, video output and EIA-232 interface
  • CD or USB storage stick with application software and construction and setup manuals (application software requires Windows 2000 or later)
    Important note: The software supplied is not compatible with Linux operating systems. DO NOT use Windows emulators on LINUX systems; always use native Windows installations to avoid strange system behavior
  • Callisto software has been developed that has most of the features of the Windows version but runs on a native Linux system. For more information, see: e-CALLISTO software

Optional

  • EIA-232 cable (DB-9F to DB-9M, straight-through wiring, shielded)
  • USB-serial adapter
  • 50 ohm terminations and coaxial cable test jumper cable
  • AC adapter power supplies, 115 Vac, 60 Hz input (North America only) or Universal Input for 50 or 60 Hz. Note: A power supply capable of at least 500 mA or 6 W at 12 Vdc is required for powering the CALLISTO-NA receiver when the receiver does not control a focal plane unit. A power supply capable of at least 1000 mA or 12 W at 12 Vdc is required for powering the CALLISTO-NA receiver when it controls a focal plane unit.
  • Long Wavelength Array (LWA) cross-polarized, tied-fork dipole antenna. Additional details on LWA cross-polarized, tied-fork dipole antenna including active balun assembly and ground stake
  • Low noise amplifier with outdoor enclosure, internal static protection and bias-tee. Approximately 13 dB gain and 0.8 dB noise figure (not required when the LWA Antenna is used with the Callisto)

The CALLISTO-NA Receiver DOES NOT include

  • Antenna system
  • Coaxial cable transmission line and associated RF connectors
  • Antenna discharge unit (lightning protector) required to protect the Callisto RF input
  • Low noise amplifier to improve the system sensitivity (see accessories below)
  • Serial cable or USB-Serial Adapter (see accessories below)
  • Power supply (see accessories below)
  • Note: We can provide recommendations for items not included or available from us, please inquire

CALLISTO-NA Receiver and Accessories Ordering Information and Prices (subject to change)

Item Description

Price

Availability (note)
CR-RBT CALLISTO-NA Receiver, ready-built and tested US $549.00 each Usually 10 ~ 15 days
UPC-590 Dual Up-Converter, 5~85 MHz RF input, 205~285 MHz IF output, for Callisto US$1188.00 each Usually 10 ~ 15 days
LNA-1 Low noise amplifier with outdoor enclosure, internal static protection and bias-tee US$206.50 each Stock, ships within 2 business days
ACA-1212 AC adapter power supply, regulated 12 Vdc, 12 W output, SMPS (includes splitter cable) (NA only)* ** US $30.15 each Stock, ships within 2 business days
ACA-1512 AC adapter power supply, regulated 15 Vdc, 0.8 A output (NA only)* ** US $30.15 each Stock, ships within 2 business days
ACU-1212 AC adapter power supply, universal input, regulated 12 Vdc, 12 W output, SMPS (Includes splitter cable and four "worldwide" interchangeable input clips) ** US $61.00 each Stock, ships within 2 business days
ACU-1510 AC adapter power supply, universal input, regulated 15 Vdc, 10 W output, SMPS (Includes four "worldwide" interchangeable input clips) ** US $61.00 each Stock, ships within 2 business days
CBL-1 EIA-232 cable, DB9-F/M, shielded, 1.5 m US $15.00 each Stock, ships within 2 business days
LWA-SYS LWA cross-polarized, tied-fork dipole antenna, 5 ~ 90 MHz Order info 10 ~ 30 days
USB-1 USB-Serial adapter, WinXP/7/10 compatible US $16.40 each 10 ~ 30 days
N-TERM Coaxial termination, 50 ohm, N-Male US $24.00 each 10 ~ 30 days
CX240-1N Coaxial test jumper, 6 mm diameter x 1 m long, LMR-240, N-Male both ends US $25.50 each 10 ~ 30 days
USS Shipping with insurance, US only Determined at shipment See note below
INS Shipping International Determined at shipment See note below

Notes:
* NA only: Indicates 2-blade ac input plug for North America
** We may substitute ac adapter power supplies with slightly different power ratings and part numbers based on stock on hand.

Availability: Times shown are after funds receipt. Time varies according to stock on-hand and availability from suppliers.

Prices do not include taxes, duties or tariffs. Charges for customs and brokerage fees may apply to international orders but it is the customer's responsibility to arrange and pay for brokerage.

To place an order, contact us at the following address:

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