SGC Smartuner SG-231 - General Information and User Experience; 1.3 Overall Description; 1.5 Operation Indicators; 1.6 Mechanical Design

SG-231 MANUAL
SGC Inc. SGC Building, 13737 S.E. 26th St. Bellevue, WA. 98005 USA
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Table of Contents
Quick Start Guide......................................................................................................... i
1.0 General Information............................................................................................... 1
1.1 Users Experience ........................................................................................ 1
1.2 What Is an Antenna Coupler.................................................................... 1
1.3 Overall Description.................................................................................... 2
1.4 Coupler Network Configuration ............................................................. 3
1.5 Operation Indicators.................................................................................. 4
1.6 Mechanical Design ..................................................................................... 4
1.6.1 Marine Mounting ........................................................................ 5
1.6.2 Desert and High Temperature Installations............................ 5
1.6.3 Direct Weather Protection Installations ................................... 5
1.7 Remote Installations................................................................................... 6
1.8 Upgrade Sequence...................................................................................... 7
2.0 Specifications………………………………………………………………………7
2.1 Accessories .................................................................................................. 7
2.2 Recommended Antennas .......................................................................... 8
3.0 Parts and Technical Support................................................................................. 8
3.1 Parts Furnished........................................................................................... 8
3.2 User Supplied Items................................................................................... 8
3.3 Technical Support....................................................................................... 8
4.0 Antenna Types........................................................................................................ 9
4.1 Antenna Selection....................................................................................... 9
4.2 Whip Antenna............................................................................................. 10
4.3 Long wire Antenna .................................................................................... 10
4.4 Back Stay Antenna ..................................................................................... 11
4.5 Typical Installations................................................................................... 11
4.6 Apartment Loop Antenna......................................................................... 18
4.7 Recreational Vehicle (RV) Antennas ....................................................... 19