ORDER NO.
V3R
MODEL V3R
Collinear Gain Vertical for 216-225 MHz
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
General Description
The new Hy-Gain V3R VHF antenna is a
collinear 5/8-wave omnidirectional vertical
antenna for the 216-225 MHz frequency range.
The V3R features two sets of 1/4-wave radials
which properly decouple the lower 5/8-wave
radiator from the mast. It also features a 500 watt
enclosed coil that matches the antenna to a
nominal 50 ohms.
The feedpoint is a female UHF connector that is
protected from the weather within the lower
radiator. The V3R also features a mast-to-mast
bracket that will accept up to a 2 inch O.D. mast.
Settings are supplied so that the antenna can be
set to any frequency between 215 and 230 MHz.
Assembly
Unpack the antenna and check the parts against
Select the eight (8) 7/16" x 12" radial tubes (Item
No. 2), and insert them completely into the
assembled radial clamps.
Select four of the radial clamps and associated
hardware and loosely assemble them as shown in
Figure 1.
Repeat the previous step for the remaining four
radial clamps.
Tighten the outer eight (8) screws of each
assembly just enough to hold the radial tubes in
place. These screws will be securely tightened in
a later step.
Set both assembled clamps upside down on a flat
surface.
