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Guying the Vertical Antenna System
Guying of vertical antennas is always recommended for stability. However, if your area encounters
severe wind velocities or icing conditions, simple guying will reduce the possibility of failure.
Using the optional
DXE-GUY-200
kit, you can install four guy ropes starting approximately 1/2 the
way up the vertical antenna system to ground level. Guying should be tightened just enough to
permit the antenna to swing a few inches. The ends of the ropes are tied to the earth anchors at
ground level. When using the optional Tilt Base, position the guy wires as shown in
Figure 8
. This
will make it easy to raise or lower the antenna and only one guy line needs to be loosened. The
other guy lines will help guide the antenna on the way up.
Typical No Slip
Knot for
SYN-DBR
Side View
Double-Braided Dacron
Polyester Rope
Anchors are
approximately
25 feet from
antenna base
Note:
Depending on wind and
ice conditions, additional
guying may be necessary.
Top View
Figure 8 - Guy Ropes
