Cushcraft HV4E Vertical Antenna
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Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 3
Power Rating .............................................................................................................................................3
Preparation.................................................................................................................................................... 3
CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR THE ANTENNA.....................................................................................3
INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................. 4
PORTABLE SETUP .................................................................................................................................. 4
MFJ Optional Accessories......................................................................................................................... 4
TOOLS AND TIME REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...................................................................................5
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:......................................................................................................................... 5
Included Parts, Kits, And Assemblies ........................................................................................................... 6
Kits and Assemblies .................................................................................................................................. 6
HV-4E Antenna List by Individual Parts .................................................................................................... 6
Assembly....................................................................................................................................................... 7
Lower Mast Assembly ...............................................................................................................................7
Lower Mast Attachment............................................................................................................................. 7
Upper Mast Assembly ...............................................................................................................................7
Upper Mast Attachment............................................................................................................................. 8
Base Assembly.......................................................................................................................................... 9
Radial Spoke Assembly........................................................................................................................... 10
Base Mounting......................................................................................................................................... 11
RF Grounding.............................................................................................................................................. 11
Antenna Tuning........................................................................................................................................... 12
FREQUENCY AND SWR ADJUSTMENT............................................................................................... 12
Tuning the Antenna ................................................................................................................................. 13
SAFETY GROUNDING CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................................................. 14
MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................................................14
WARNING: Improper installation and assembly can be hazardous!
Read these instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble,
install, or operate this product! High power transmitting devices
produce voltages that can cause severe burns or other injuries.
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