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4-BTV, 5-BTV, 6-BTV
Multiband HF
Vertical Antennas
New Assembly and
High Performance
Installation
Instructions
DXE-BTV-INST-INS - Rev 4
Cost: $7.95
To be certain to get optimum performance from this
vertical design, please assemble and install your new
antenna according to these DX Engineering Assembly
and High Performance Installation Instructions.
These instructions are intended to replace those
originally supplied by the manufacturer.
© DX Engineering 2016
1200 Southeast Ave. - Tallmadge, OH 344278 USA
Phone: (800) 777-0703 Tech Support and International: (330) 572-3200
Fax: (330) 572-3279 ∙ E-mail: DXEngineering@DXEngineering.com

Table of Contents

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Summary

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Congratulations!

Welcomes the user to the product.

Over 50 Years Ago

Provides historical context for the antenna.

Hustler BTV Antennas

Introduces the Hustler BTV antenna series.

You gotta be kidding me......

Addresses user expectations and manual utility.

Basic Assembly and Enhanced Operating Assembly

Outlines the two main assembly approaches.

Chapter 2 - General Information

Warning

Crucial safety warning about power lines.

Overhead Power Line Safety

Details safe practices when working near power lines.

Basic Tools Required

Lists necessary tools for assembly.

Assembly Notes

Provides important notes for the assembly process.

Chapter 3 - Common Starting Information

Installation Sequence

Outlines the overall step-by-step installation process.

Site Selection

Guides on choosing the optimal location for the antenna.

Mounting Pipe

Details requirements and installation of the mounting pipe.

Concrete or No Concrete - That is THE Question

Discusses the pros and cons of using concrete for mounting.

Coaxial Cable to Mounting Pipe

Explains routing the coaxial cable to the antenna base.

Chapter 4 - Some Really Good Information

Get the Best Performance From Your New Quarter-Wave Vertical Antenna

Explains key factors for achieving optimal vertical antenna performance.

Some Brief Words on Ground Mounting, Elevated Mounting, and Radial Wires

Discusses different mounting methods and the importance of radials.

How to Put Radial Wires Down Without Digging

Offers a method for installing radials easily.

Radial System Considerations

Details important aspects of designing and installing a radial system.

Chapter 5 - Basic BTV Assembly

Assembling Vertical Aluminum Antenna Sections & Element Clamps

Details the process of connecting antenna sections and clamps.

Hustler 4 BTV - Package Contents & Assembly

Lists parts and assembly steps for the 4-BTV model.

Hustler 5 BTV - Package Contents & Assembly

Lists parts and assembly steps for the 5-BTV model.

Six Blade Spider for the 4-BTV and 5-BTV only

Explains the assembly of the six-blade spider.

Three Blade Spider for the 5-BTV only

Explains the assembly of the three-blade spider.

Hustler 6 BTV - Package Contents & Assembly

Lists parts and assembly steps for the 6-BTV model.

Hustler Base Assembly

Details the assembly of the antenna base.

Optional Fiberglass Strengthening Tube

Describes an optional strengthening component.

Mating the Vertical Sections to the Base Section

Guides on connecting the main antenna sections to the base.

Installing Radials & Feedline on the Hustler Base

Explains connecting radials and feedline to the base.

Coax RF Choke

Describes the installation of a coaxial RF choke.

Basic Tuning

Provides initial steps for tuning the antenna.

Chapter 6 - DX Engineering Enhanced Antenna Systems

Special Hustler BTV Packages Available from DX Engineering

Introduces bundled upgrade packages for BTV antennas.

Radial Plate to Mounting Pipe

Explains how to mount the radial plate to the pipe.

Attaching Ground Radial Wires to the Radial Plate

Guides on connecting radial wires to the radial plate.

BTV Antenna Base Section to the DXE-TB-3 P Tilt Base

Explains attaching the antenna base to the tilt base.

Testing the DXE-TB-3 P Tilt Base

Covers testing the functionality of the tilt base.

DXE-OMNITILT-1 P OMNI-TILTTM Tilt Base

Introduces the OMNI-TILT tilt base option.

Mounting the OMNI-TILT Tilt Base to the Ground Mounting Pipe

Details mounting the OMNI-TILT base to the pipe.

Mounting the Hustler BTV Base to the OMNI-TILT Tilt Base

Explains attaching the BTV base to the OMNI-TILT.

Alternate Feedpoint Connections

Discusses alternative ways to connect the feedline.

The DXE-VFCC-H05-A Vertical Feedline Current Choke

Details the installation of a feedline current choke.

Chapter 7 - Tuning

Understanding Trap Calibration

Explains the concept of trap calibration.

Hustler Traps

Describes the specific traps used in the Hustler antennas.

Hustler Trap Calibration - Resonance Adjustment Procedure

Provides a step-by-step procedure for trap calibration.

Tuning the 80 Meter Resonator Whip for the 5-BTV and 6-BTV

Details tuning the 80-meter band components.

Chapter 8 - Guying the Hustler BTV Antenna System

Guying the Hustler BTV Antenna System

Details the methods and importance of guying the antenna.

Chapter 9 - Reference Information

Elevated Mounting of the Hustler BTV Antenna

Discusses elevated installation techniques and radial requirements.

The Quarter-Wave Vertical on a Metal Roof

Explains installing the antenna on a metal roof.

What Trap Do I Have?

Helps identify different types of antenna traps.

Hustler BTV Replacement Parts Diagram

Illustrates replacement parts for BTV antennas.

Weatherproofing Coaxial Cable Connections

Details how to protect cable connections from weather.

Lightning Protection - For Any Installation

Covers essential lightning protection and grounding measures.

Hustler BTV Specifications

Lists the electrical and mechanical specifications of the BTV antennas.

Chapter 10 - Additional Operating Bands

Adding Additional Operating Bands to your Hustler BTV Antenna

Details DX Engineering add-on kits for expanded band coverage.

Chapter 11 - Recommended Accessory Items

For Assembly

Recommends accessories useful during the assembly process.

For Quick Tilt Action

Suggests accessories that facilitate easy antenna tilting.

For Tuning

Recommends accessories that aid in antenna tuning.

Technical Support and Warranty

Technical Support

Offers contact information for installation and product questions.

Manual Updates and Information

Guides users on how to find the latest manual revisions.

Warranty

Outlines the warranty terms from New-Tronics and DX Engineering.

DX Engineering 6-BTV Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeVertical
Radiation PatternOmnidirectional
Construction MaterialAluminum
Impedance50 ohms
Maximum Power Rating1.5 kW PEP
MountingGround Mounted
VSWR1.5:1 or less

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