Butternut HF6V - User Manual

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Instructions
Model HF6V
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL THE ANTENNA WHERE ANY PART
OF IT CAN COME INTO CONTACT WITH POWER LINES IN THE
EVENT OF STRUCTURAL FAILURE, DURING INSTALLATION OR
IN THE COURSE OF NORMAL FLEXING AFTER INSTALLATION
FOR SUCH CONTACT CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO PROPERTY,
BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH!
WARNING: IN NO CASE SHOULD THE ANTENNA BE INSTALLED
WHERE STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF ANY PART OF THE
ANTENNA OR ITS SUPPORTING SYSTEM CAN ENDANGER
PERSONS OR PROPERTY.
CAUTION! A GROUNDED ANTENNA WILL BE AT D.C. GROUND
POTENTIAL! TO AVOID THE DANGER OF SHOCK CONNECT ALL
STATION EQUIPMENT TO A GOOD EARTH GROUND. IT IS ALSO
RECOMMENDED THAT ALL STATION EQUIPMENT BE
DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER MAINS BEFORE
CONNECTING THE FEEDLINE TO THE ANTENNA. PLEASE
CONSULT THE A.R.R.L HANDBOOK OR OTHER REFERENCE
MANUALS FOR ADDITIONAL SAFETY PROCEDURES WHEN
WORKING WITH ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
NOTE: PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE
PROCEEDING TO ASSEMBLY.
NOTE: HIGH PERFORMANCE BUTTERNUT VERTICAL ANTENNAS
REQUIRE A RADIAL SYSTEM FOR ALL INSTALLATIONS.
Butternut offers three systems for installing vertical antennas:
Model GRK Ground Radial Kit for ground mounting—160 thru 6 meter operation
Model RMK-II Roof Mounting Kit for roof mounting—80 thru 6 meter operation
Model CPK Capacitive Counterpoise Kit for compact installations below 25 ft
(7.6 m) above the earth—80 thru 6 meter operation
Please refer to TECH NOTES—GROUND/RADIAL SYSTEMS, at the end of this
instruction, for other mounting schemes and assistance in designing your own
radial system.

Summary

Required Tools

Assembly

Assembly

Checkout and Adjustment

Checkout and Adjustment

Theory of Operation

Theory of Operation

Electrical and Mechanical Specifications

Guying

Parts List;Pictorial

Tech Notes-Ground Radial Systems

Mounting Tube Installation

Details on how to properly install the main mounting tube.

Ground Mounting

Explains the principles and methods for ground-mounting the antenna.

Tech Notes-Ground Radial Systems

Efficiency

Analyzes factors affecting antenna efficiency, especially ground losses.

Tech Notes-Ground Radial Systems

Above Ground (Elevated) Installations

Covers rooftop, tower, and mast mounting with radial systems.

Tech Notes-Ground Radial Systems

Metal Towers and Masts

Specific considerations for using metal towers or masts.

Other Mounting Schemes

Alternative mounting methods when ground or elevated is not feasible.

Tech Notes-Ground Radial Systems

Mobile Home and RV Installation

Guides for installing antennas on RVs and mobile homes.

Tech Notes-Ground Radial Systems

Lightning Protection

Discusses protection against lightning and static discharge.

Troubleshooting

Limited Warranty

Butternut HF6V Specifications

General

Radiation Pattern	Omnidirectional
Impedance	50 Ohms
Feedpoint	Base
Polarization	Vertical
Connector Type	SO-239
Dimensions	Approx. 23 feet (7 meters) tall
Material	Aluminum
VSWR	2:1 or less
Height	23 feet (7 meters)