MFJ 2286 User Manual

Model MFJ-2286
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Model MFJ-2286
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAUTION: Read All Instructions Before Operating Equipment
MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC.
MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC.MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC.
MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC.
300 Industrial Park Road
Starkville, MS 39759 USA
Tel: 662-323-5869 Fax: 662-323-6551
VERSION 1A COPYRIGHT 2011 MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC.
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Portable HF Vertical Antenna

MFJ 2286 Specifications

General

Type	Vertical
Material	Aluminum
Impedance	50 Ohms
Connector Type	SO-239
Power Rating	1500 Watts
VSWR	Less than 1.5:1

Summary

MFJ-2286 Portable HF Vertical Antenna Introduction and Specifications

Introduction

Congratulates the user on purchasing the MFJ-2286 portable HF antenna.

Specifications

Details frequency coverage, element length, mast diameter, transport length, and weight.

MFJ-2286 Antenna Assembly and Safety

Assembly Overview

Lists the four major components of the MFJ-2286 antenna and basic assembly steps.

Safety Warning: Power Line Proximity

Warns against assembling or installing the antenna near power lines or entrance cables.

MFJ-2286 Antenna Tuning and Troubleshooting

Tuning Procedure

Explains tuning settings and SWR based on counterpoise, providing frequency-specific data.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Provides checks for low SWR, deviating settings, or intermittent SWR jumps.

MFJ Enterprises Full 12 Month Warranty

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Outlines requirements for warranty claims, repair/replacement, and limitations.

Warranty Service Address

Specifies the address for submitting MFJ products for in-warranty or out-of-warranty service.