RADAR General Knowledge

Question 1

How is Mask Variance calculated?

Answer 1

Subtract the high mask angle from the low mask angle.

Question 2

Track Volume is calculated by…

Answer 2

Subtracting the vertical scan from the mask variance.

Question 3

Grid coordinates must be listed and entered __________ when creating zones.

Answer 3

sequentially

Question 4

______________ is the manual that covers Field Artillery Target Acquisition.

Answer 4

ATP 3-09.12

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT found on DA Form 5957-R?

Answer 5

Track Volume

Question 6

DA Form number for a RADAR Deployment Order?

Answer 6

DA Form 5957-R

Question 7

What are the TWO types of zones?

Answer 7

Censor and Priority

Question 8

What are the 4 zones that can be entered into the RADAR?

Answer 8

Critical Friendly Zone (CFZ), Call For Fire Zone (CFFZ), Artillery Target Intelligence Zone (ATIZ), Censor Zone (CZ)

Question 9

Zone coordinates cannot fall outside the sector of search except for the _______________.

Answer 9

Critical Friendly Zone (CFZ)

Question 10

What are the five basic components of a RADAR?

Answer 10

Radio Transmitter, Radio Receiver tuned to the transmitter frequency, Antenna, Signal and Data Processor, Display

Question 11

The AN/TPQ-53 cannot simultaneously track hostile and friendly while in 360 mode.

Answer 11

False

Question 12

The AN/TPQ-53 performs height correction when…

Answer 12

Digital Terrain elevation Data is available, accurate, and loaded into the system.

Question 13

RPAS (RADAR Position Analysis System) is…

Answer 13

a computer tool that facilitates the sighting and setup of RADARS.

Question 14

When one AN/TPQ-53 RADAR is operating in a 360 degree mode and a second AN/TPQ-53 RADAR is operating in a 90 degree mode, the systems must be separated by __ km’s.

Answer 14

20

Question 15

In 360 degree normal mode, the AN/TPQ-53 has a fixed ___ mils of elevation coverage.

Answer 15

373

Question 16

The AN/TPQ-53 can detect, verify, and locate at least __ projectiles simultaneously in flight within the search area.

Answer 16

50

Question 17

The power requirements for the Q-53 are

Answer 17

37 KW, 120/208 VAC, 60 Hz (MEG)

Question 18

The system can be run in two different modes of operations: either the _____________ or the ________________.

Answer 18

90 Degree mode, 360 Degree mode

Question 19

The Q-53 is usually located _______ behind the FLOT (Forward Line of Own Troops).

Answer 19

3-6 km’s

Question 20

Two AN/TPQ-53 arrays operating in one of the 90 degree modes must be separated by ______.

Answer 20

5 km’s.

Question 21

_________ is the emplacement time for the Mission Essential Group (MEG).

Answer 21

5 minutes

Question 22

_______, _____ and ____ _______ ________ should be ___ when emplacing the MEG.

Answer 22

275 VDC, CB 1 and CB 2 circuit breakers, ‘ON’

Question 23

Solid objects and heavy foliage should not extend above the bottom of the antennae within __________.

Answer 23

300 meters

Question 24

Two AN/TPQ-53’s should be placed ______ apart if operating in the same Area of operations in _______________.

Answer 24

20 km’s, 360 degree mode

Question 25

What is the default mask angle of the Q-53?

Answer 25

20 mils

Question 26

_________________ the operator TM for the Q-53 RADAR.

Answer 26

TM-11-5840-390-10

Question 27

________ is the maximum steerable elevation angle of the AN/TPQ-53 in 90 degree mode.

Answer 27

587 mils

Question 28

What hostile weapons systems is the AN/TPQ-53 capable of locating?

Answer 28

Mortar, Artillery, Rocket

Question 29

The maximum planning ranges for the AN/TPQ-53 in 90 Degree Normal are __ km for mortars, __ km for artillery, and __ km for rockets.

Answer 29

20, 34, 50

Question 30

Often, WLR's (Weapons Locating RADARS) require a position that permits ____ mils coverage.

Answer 30

6400

Question 31

What must be done if more than one Antenna Column contributing to the same beam has failed?

Answer 31

The failed Antenna Columns must be replaced as soon as possible to ensure the system is operating within the required performance specifications.

Question 32

Operators can remotely operate the AN/TPQ-50 using wireless connectivity to a distance of _____m line of site.

Answer 32

1,000

Question 33

If obstructions are located within 20m of the AN/TPQ-50, the signal return strength may _________________.

Answer 33

damage the system

Question 34

An AN/TPQ-50 operator can tailor the search sectors to enable coverage between ___ and ___ mils.

Answer 34

267, 6400

Question 35

The minimum range of the Q-50 is ___ meters.

Answer 35

500

Question 36

At ______ wind speed the AN/TPQ-50 must be disassembled to avoid damage.

Answer 36

57 mph

Question 37

What are the Frequency Ranges for the AN/TPQ-50?

Answer 37

1215-1390 MhZ

Question 38

The maximum range of the Q-50 is ______ meters.

Answer 38

10,000

Question 39

_________________________ are the two operating configurations the AN/TPQ-50 can be operated in.

Answer 39

On Vehicle and Standalone

Question 40

Disassembly can be accomplished by _ trained operators in approximately __ minutes.

Answer 40

2, 10

Question 41

The AN/TPQ-50 can be powered by __________ , _________ , and _______ sources.

Answer 41

local grid, generator, vehicle

Question 42

The AN/TPQ-50 uses __ Antenna Columns in a cylindrical array structure.

Answer 42

24

Question 43

The AN/TPQ-50 is designed to detect, track, and classify indirect fire as a ______ , ______ , or _________.

Answer 43

Mortar, Rocket, Artillery

Question 44

AN/TPQ-50s should be separated ___________ if operating in the same area.

Answer 44

1,000m apart

Question 45

What is the vertical scan of the Q-50?

Answer 45

445 mils

Question 46

The ideal location for the AN/TPQ-50 system is on a hill or roof top above the surrounding terrain with a clear field of view and a slope of __________ or less.

Answer 46

10 degrees

Question 47

The AN/TPQ-50 is usually located ______ behind the FLOT.

Answer 47

1 - 2 km

Question 48

________ is the maximum allowable Mask variation for the AN/TPQ-50.

Answer 48

395 mils

Question 49

WLR (Weapons Locating RADARS) require _______ of track volume to detect projectiles.

Answer 49

50 mils

Question 50

What grounding kit is used to safely ground the Q-50 for operations?

Answer 50

MK 2551 grounding kit system