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Setting up the
NVIS Antenna
It is advisable to use two
people when setting up the
NVIS antenna to ensure the
mast is held vertically in
place while the ropes and
tent stakes are installed as
shown in the diagrams.
Note how the antenna wire
elements are in reference to
the Balun Mounting Bracket.
These diagrams show
the
DXE-NVIS-8040
and the
DXE-NVIS-
8040S
footprint view
from overhead. Note
the dimensions shown
are the
footprint size
,
not the wire/rope
lengths.
As an option to secure
the mast in place on
the ground, a 1-1/2”
OD pipe may be used.
Install the pipe in the
ground so it is sturdy.
Allow approximately
1 to 2 feet above
ground to slip the
bottom of the NVIS
antenna mast over it.
It is recommended
that the PL-259
connector be weather
proofed using
Temflex and Scotch
88 tape to avoid any
moisture entering the
coaxial cable and
fitting.
