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MFJ-209 SWR Analyzer Instruction Manual
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MFJ-209 HF/VHF SWR Analyzer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents......................................................................................................1
Introduction..............................................................................................................2
Powering The MFJ-209 ............................................................................................3
Battery Installation....................................................................................................3
Operation Of The MFJ-209.......................................................................................4
SWR and the MFJ-209..................................................................................4
Measuring SWR............................................................................................5
Adjusting Simple Antennas .......................................................................................6
Dipoles..........................................................................................................6
Verticals........................................................................................................6
Tuning an Antenna ........................................................................................6
Measuring the Feedpoint Resistance of Antennas...........................................7
Testing and Tuning Stubs and Transmission Lines.....................................................7
Velocity Factor of Transmission Lines...........................................................8
Impedance of Transmission Lines ..................................................................9
Estimating transmission line loss....................................................................9
Adjusting Tuners.......................................................................................................10
Adjusting Amplifier Matching Networks ...................................................................10
Testing RF Transformers ..........................................................................................11
Testing Baluns...............................................................................................11
Measuring Inductance and Capacitance.....................................................................12
Measure capacitance......................................................................................12
Measure inductance.......................................................................................12
Resonant Frequency of tuned circuits........................................................................13
Testing RF Chokes........................................................................................14
"Zero Beating" the MFJ-209.....................................................................................14
Using the MFJ-209 as a Signal Source ......................................................................15
Technical Assistance.................................................................................................15
MFJ-209 Parts List ...................................................................................................15
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MFJ 209 Specifications

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BrandMFJ
Model209
CategoryAnalytical Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to the MFJ-209 SWR Analyzer

Powering and Battery Installation

Battery Installation

Instructions for installing batteries, including placement and precautions for usage.

Operation of the MFJ-209

SWR and the MFJ-209

Explains SWR, its measurement, and common misconceptions regarding feedlines and load impedance.

Measuring SWR

Details the procedure for measuring SWR using the MFJ-209, including frequency adjustment.

Adjusting Simple Antennas

Dipoles

Discusses dipole antenna adjustments, feedpoint impedance, height, and length tuning.

Verticals

Covers vertical antenna tuning, radial systems, and element length adjustments.

Tuning an Antenna

Step-by-step guide for tuning basic antennas using the MFJ-209 and calculating length adjustments.

Measuring the Feedpoint Resistance of Antennas

Testing and Tuning Stubs and Transmission Lines

Velocity Factor of Transmission Lines

Impedance of Transmission Lines

Estimating Transmission Line Loss

Adjusting Tuners

Adjusting Amplifier Matching Networks

Testing RF Transformers

Testing Baluns

Measuring Inductance and Capacitance

Measure Capacitance

Procedure for measuring unknown capacitance using a standard inductor and the MFJ-209.

Measure Inductance

Procedure for measuring unknown inductance using a standard capacitor and the MFJ-209.

Resonant Frequency of Tuned Circuits

Testing RF Chokes

"Zero Beating" the MFJ-209

Using the MFJ-209 as a Signal Source

Technical Assistance

MFJ-209 Parts List

Full 12 Month Warranty

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