DX Engineering DXE-60VA-1P, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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WARNING!
INSTALLATION OF ANY ANTENNA NEAR POWER LINES IS DANGEROUS
Warning :
Do not locate the antenna near overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can come into contact with such circuits. When installing the antenna, take
extreme care not to come into contact with such circuits, because they may cause serious injury or
death.
Overhead Power Line Safety
Before you begin working, check carefully for overhead power lines in the area you will be
working. Don't assume that wires are telephone or cable lines: check with your electric utility for
advice. Although overhead power lines may appear to be insulated, often these coverings are
intended only to protect metal wires from weather conditions and may not protect you from electric
shock
Keep your distance! Remember the 10-foot rule: When carrying and using ladders and other long
tools, keep them at least 10 feet away from all overhead lines - including any lines from the power
pole to your home.
Installation
Site Selection
Select a mounting location clear from power lines, structures and other antennas by a minimum of
53 feet (43 plus 10 for the 10 foot safety rule).
Consider overhead power lines, utility cables and
wires . The further away the vertical is mounted from local noise sources or other metallic objects,
which can re-radiate noise and affect the tuning, radiation pattern and
SWR, the better. When using the Tilt Base, determine the direction you
want the antenna to tilt down and make sure there is adequate clearance.
There should be sufficient room for a radial system that will extend away
from the antenna equally in all directions, if possible.
Mounting Pipe
Use a customer supplied thick-walled galvanized steel mounting pipe at
least 4 feet long. This will allow approximately 2 feet or more to be below
ground and approximately 2 feet above ground. A thick-walled steel pipe
1-3/4" OD to 2" OD
maximum is recommended with a minimum
thickness of 1/8" (1/4" preferred) should be used. The standard 1-1/2"
galvanized water pipe (with its 1.9" OD) is just fine for this application
and can usually be found at your local home building supply store. For
permanent mounting, use a post-hole digger to make the hole deep enough
to accommodate 2 feet of pipe and a couple inches of gravel at the bottom