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Select a suitable mount for the MFJ-1438. The MFJ-345S and
MFJ-348S trunklip mounts or the MFJ-336S Goliath triple mag-
mount are recommended.
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Be sure the mount has a good connection to ground (this is
most important).
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Screw the MFJ-1438 onto your mount.
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For added support, it is suggested that you guy the top of the
antenna.
Tuning
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The bandwidth on the 10-Meter and 6-Meter bands is very narrow.
Tuning may be required depending on the part of the band you
want to operate.
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To adjust the frequency there are two stubs: the top stub is for the
10-Meter Band and the side stub is for the 6-Meter band.
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For operating at the top of the band, it may be necessary to cut one
or both stubs.
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Use the hex key supplied to loosen the setscrew, and adjust the
stub length.
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Tighten the setscrew securely after tuning is complete.
Notes:
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Tuning this antenna for the 10-Meter band will affect the tuning on
the 6-Meter band. Tuning this antenna for the 6-Meter band will
affect the tuning on the 10-Meter band. After tuning for one band
is complete, go back and recheck the tuning on the other band.
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Be careful if you have to cut the stubs to tune this antenna, it is
recommended not to exceed increments of 0.1 inches.
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This antenna is very sensitive. You may find that switching
vehicles adversely affects the operation. It may be necessary to re-
tune the antenna when switching vehicles.
Fold-Over Feature
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Unscrew the threaded collar at the base of the antenna.
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Lift the antenna up until the hinge is revealed.
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Gently fold the antenna over in a suitable position for temporary
storage.
Warning:
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Do not touch the antenna while in use.
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Place the antenna in a location away from people. Serious RF
burns may occur if a person comes in contact with the antenna.
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NEVER INSTALL AN ANTENNA IN A LOCATION
WHERE CONTACT WITH POWER LINES IS POSSIBLE.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR.
