MODERATELY HIGH SWR - Make sure the antenna is not unusually close (parallel) to any metal such as the trunk,
or side of an RV or van (see INSTALLATION). Recheck the integrity of your grounding. Try retuning the STINGER
at the desired operating frequency.
Remember there are more important aspects of mobile installations than having a 1:1 SWR. It is okay and fully
acceptable if your SWR should vary from 1:1 to 1:8. Pay special attention to grounding and antenna placement.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
All OUTBACKER® antenna are fitted with a rubber "O" ring inside the tip to prevent water entering the mainshaft,
however, condensation will accumulate on the inside of the shaft, do not be alarmed. This condensation will not harm
the antenna, nor will it cause inferior performance. Just remove the KNURLED LOCKING NUT and shake out any
water. Check your antenna after heavy rain.
To clean your antenna, wash it with warm, soapy water and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Apply a thin coating of non-
abrasive, car wax. Buff the antenna to a shine. Do not use cleaners with an acetone base as this will strip the shiny
coating.
Specifications
Model: OB8 / OB8-500 / SPLIT / TRI-SPLIT / OB8JR
Band
Coverage: (160m*)-80m-75m-40m-30m-20m-17m-15m-12m-10m
Feed Impedance: 48-52 Ohms
Power : 100 watts (pep)
Construction: Brass - Stainless Steel - Urethane, 1/4 wave helical.
Mounting: 3/8"x24tpi (UNF) Male thread (Stainless Steel)
Wander Lead Length: OB8.OB8-SPLIT plug tip to plug tip 51" OB8-500. plug tip to plug tip 55" OB8-TRISPLIT plug tip
to plug tip 43" OB8-JR plug tip to plug tip 36"
* OPTIONAL
Supplied with OB8 antenna
Qty Part*
Description
1
1x
1x
OBWL
OBSP15
Main shaft (Black)
Wander lead
6" short tuning
spike. (installed at manufacture)
Optional
Part#
OBSB Heavy Duty fixed mount.
OBADP 3/8" unf to 1
12"
bsw Stainless steel adapter.
OBQD 3/8" TO 3/8" Quick disconnect adapter (brass & stainless)
OBMT M-Type to 3/8" adapter, (brass)
Should you discover your OUTBACKER® antenna has been damaged in transit, please notify your supplier, or write to
the manufacturer within seven days. Claims made more than 7 days after delivery will not be recognized.
Outbacker North America, Inc.
214 Second Street
Manchester, KY 40962
Phone (606)598-2029
Fax (606)598-4413
OUTBACKER!®! the renowned HF Amateur Mobile Antenna - bridging the gap in worldwide communications.
