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SECTION 3 – General Information
Site Selection
For maximum antenna operating efficiency, the Alpha Multiband Antenna should be located
in the center of a clear area. Installation of the antenna near any tall metal object or under
heavy foliage should be avoided. Under no circumstances should structures come in
contact with the antenna.
Assembly Overview
Assembly procedures for the Alpha Multiband Antenna are given in the following
paragraphs. Erection can be accomplished in 5 minutes.
Vehicular Installation
6-40 Meter mobile operations requires an external broad-band antenna tuner is enabled by
installing optional MOTOSPRG-2.1, MOTOFRL-2.1 and MOTOWHIP-2.1 on MTCH-2.1, all
of which is then installed on the optional vehicular mount JAM-2.1. When parked,
MOTOFRL-2.1 and MOTOWHIP-2.1 can be removed, and MLSTK-2.1.XX and/or NVIS-2.1
can be installed on the top bolt of MTCH-2.1 to enhance your operating experience.
Disassembly Procedures
Disassembly is performed in the reverse order of assembly. Wire elements should be
disassembled by recoiling those radiating elements using the following steps; a) First pull
the anchor stakes and leave them on the ground. b) Return to the distill end of the stakes
and coil each element, pulling the stakes towards you as it is coiled. Otherwise kinks in the
wire may result and the elements may become entangled. c) Secure the elements in place
with a Velcro strap.
Repackaging Procedures
When a field bag is used, insert MTCH-2.1 in the front zipper pocket and secure it closed
with the zipper. The larger zippered compartment will hold all other items except
MOTOWHIP-2.1. Insert all items, except MOTOWHIP-2.1, into the larger of the two
zippered compartments in the bag and secure it closed with the zipper.
Maintenance
Apply electrical joint compounds to each silver colored insert to protect against oxidation
and ensure a proper electrical connection between aluminum, such as OxGuard, Noalax, or
Penetrox.
