TransWorld Antennas
TW8080
TM
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TW8080
TM
Instruction Manual
6 Getting Started
Getting started with your new TW8080 is quick and easy. Follow these steps to
get started using your new antenna right away.
6.1 Tools Needed
A small Phillips screwdriver should be the
only tool ever needed for use with your
TW8080, required to open the switching
array box for adjusting tuning (page 12).
Under normal circumstances, after optional initial tuning, no tools should ever be
required for break down, transport, and setup of the TW8080.
6.2 Antenna Setup
1) Choose a location for your antenna. The area you choose for your antenna
should be at least 10 meters (about 33 feet) from any metal structure or other
objects that could detune the antenna.
Danger: The antenna should not be placed anywhere near power lines, as
serious injury or death could occur. And as always, CALL BEFORE YOU DIG to
ensure you know where buried gas, water, sewer, power, and other service lines
are located.
Danger: As with any antenna installation, exposure limits should be
calculated
to
ensure
safe
operation.
Visit
the
ARRL
website
(http://www.arrl.org/news/rfsafety/) for more information on exposure limits and
calculations.
The antenna’s coax feed line should be run at a 45-degree angle down from the
structure to the ground to minimize parasitic coupling (see figure on page 11).
Failure to do so will result in higher than expected VSWR readings. Plan for this
extra footprint when choosing a location for your antenna.
2) Install Permanent Mounting Assembly. The supplied Permanent Mounting
Assembly consists of insulator rod attached to an aluminum tube using stainless
steel hardware. The assembly can be installed with or without the use of
