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Heath Tech Sidekick User Manual

Heath Tech Sidekick
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HEATH TECH INC.
High Sierra AntennAs
Sidekick
Professional Antennas for the Amateur
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Heath Tech Sidekick Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHeath Tech
ModelSidekick
CategoryAntenna
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview

Maintenance

General Maintenance Guidelines

Routine maintenance includes cleaning, waxing, checking connections for corrosion, and replacing springs.

Installation

Unpacking and Control Box Installation

Unpack the system, check for missing items, and install the control box in a convenient location.

Transceiver Controller Setup

Install i-Box for Icom, i-Box 7000 for IC-7000, k-Box for Kenwood, and y-Box controllers.

Antenna Mounting and Grounding

Properly mount the antenna, connect grounds/radials/counterpoise, and install the RF filter assembly.

Installation Environment Specifics

Guidelines for vehicle, base, and RV installations, including safety and best practices.

Antenna Operation

Tuning Procedure

Adjust coil position for dip in SWR, tune for less than 2:1 SWR, and recheck after increasing power.

Coil Position Guidelines

Approximate coil positions for 75, 40, 20, 15, and 10 meters are provided for tuning.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Common Installation Issues

Addresses issues like high SWR due to ground connections, braid usage, and driving while tuning.

Antenna Performance Issues

Covers common problems like coil movement, spring wear, and interpreting SWR readings.

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Terms

Details the one-year warranty for the antenna/accessories and ten-year for motor/coil, excluding damage from misuse.