BARRETT 2030 HF SSB TRANSCEIVER
The antenna is supplied with a pre-terminated 1.5 metre cable tail. This should be
routed into either the engine compartment or boot (trunk) of the vehicle. A 6 metre
pre-terminated extension cable is supplied to connect the antenna to the
transceiver (this cable may be extended to 12 metres by use of another extension
cable). If the joint between the antenna stub cable and the extension cable is in an
exposed position, a butyl rubber self amalgamating tape should be used to seal the
joint. Do not wrap this joint if it cannot be made completely water tight as water will
collect in the joint and cause it to corrode.
To test the antenna, attach a VSWR meter in line with the coaxial cable at the
transceiver. Select any channel on the transceiver and activate PTT or use the tune
function # on the transceiver. The antenna should tune (indicated by the sound of
relays clattering), within 2 seconds. Use the tune function to check the VSWR of
the antenna, it should be less than 2:1. If the tune sequence does not occur check
all wiring thoroughly and check that the transceiver is programmed for use with a
510/910 antenna. If the VSWR is not within an acceptable limit check the earth
(ground) bonding of the antenna base to the vehicle.
To secure the whip if driving under low objects or for use of the 910 in an NVIS
mode (for short range communication) secure the whip as illustrated in the diagram
below with the steel wire clip and lanyard supplied.
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