Remote testing and monitoring apparatus for use with antenna reflector deicing systems

摘要

An antenna reflector assembly includes a reflector having a reflecting surface and an electrical heater having a first terminal and a second terminal. The electrical heater is configured for heating the reflecting surface. A remote monitor and test device is disposed at a location remote from the reflector. The remote monitor and test device is configured for being connected to a source of electrical power. The remote monitor and test device includes a line voltage node electrically connected to the first terminal of the heater, and one of a neutral node and a ground node electrically connected to the second terminal of the heater. A ground fault circuit interrupter is configured for detecting a ground fault condition and cutting off an electrical current associated with the ground fault condition. A current sensor is configured for detecting an electrical current exceeding a predetermined current level and transmitting a signal indicative thereof. A current indicator is configured for receiving the signal from the current sensor and providing an indication thereof. A voltage indicator is configured for sensing a voltage and providing an indication thereof.