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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you have problems mounting or tuning your antenna, here are some suggestions that
might help. If you still have trouble, contact your local RadioShack store for assistance.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
SWR reading is too
high or cannot be set.
Depending on the frequency you
want to use it for, the antenna
might be too long or too short.
Pre-tune the antenna (see “Pre-
Tuning the Antenna” on Page 3).
The antenna is not installed in a
good location.
Move the antenna to a different
location and try again.
The coaxial cable might be broken
or damaged.
Use another coaxial cable.
The coaxial cable might be coiled.
Uncoil the coaxial cable.
The SWR meter might be con-
nected incorrectly.
Make sure the SWR meter is con-
nected correctly to the antenna
and your radio.
The antenna or radio might not be
properly grounded.
Make sure the antenna and radio
are properly grounded.
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