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MFJ-1789 Rotatable Mini-Dipole 

                                                 Instruction Manual 

 

 

6m 

 

300 

750 

  600 KHZ 

2m 

 

200 

300 

  4.0 MHZ 

 
Mechanical Specifications 
 
Mast Size: 

 

1- to 1-1/2” diameter 

Overall Length: 

17 feet 

Turning Radius: 

8.5 feet 

Weight: 

 

17 pounds 

Wind Load: 

 

2 square feet 

 

CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR THE ANTENNA 

 

For best performance on receiving and transmitting, mount the antenna in a clear location above or away 
from  buildings,  towers,  feedlines,  utility  wires,  and  other  antennas.    While  your  own  ingenuity  and 
particular circumstances will determine the final mounting method, we'll pass along a few ideas for both 
permanent installation and portable operation. 

 

 

Never

 mount this antenna in a location that will permit unsuspecting people to come in contact with 

the loading spokes or any other part of the antenna. 

 

Never

 mount this antenna where a mechanical failure might allow the antenna to contact power lines 

or other utility wires. 

 

Always

  ground  the  feedline  at  the  point  where  it  enters  a  building  to  a  good  earth  ground  for 

lightning protection.

 

 
WARNING: Always mount this antenna so that it is out of the reach of adults and children.  
The capacitance elements can cause injury and/or severe RF burns. 

 

Permanent Installation 

The ideal installation is a rigid pole or roof mount that puts the antenna completely in the clear.  If the 
ideal  installation  is  not  possible,  choose  the  best  compromise.    TV  mast,  heavy-duty  rigid  electrical 
conduit, and steel water pipes are suitable mast materials.  This antenna will mount on masts between 1 
and 1-1/2" OD.  The use of soft or thin wall masts is not recommended 

 

Portable Operation 

The MFJ-1789 may be disassembled as necessary for transporting to a temporary location.  Ideally, just 
remove  the  two  HF  loading  coil  assemblies  leaving  the  two  main  elements  and  2-  &  6-meter  stub 
assemblies intact. 

Some retuning may be required after moving the antenna.

 

 
Even for temporary or portable operation, do not be casual about selecting a suitable mast.  If the antenna 
falls,  it  will  be  damaged  and  may  cause  serious  injury.    Whatever  type  of  installation  you  choose, 
remember that the antenna should be installed where it can 

never

 be contacted by people or animals or 

come in contact with power lines. 

 
 

Содержание 1789

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Страница 2: ...ket 4 805 1796 7 Fiberglass Stabilizer Insulator 4 807 1796 6 Aluminum Stub Channel Bracket 4 808 1796 5 1 x 12 Fiberglass Rod 1 808 1775 12 1 1 8 x 60 AL Tube 2 810 1796 2 1 8 AL ROD 27 IN 2 EXTRA 10...

Страница 3: ...st versatile rotatable dipole Each HF band uses separate efficient end loading coils wound on fiberglass forms with TeflonTM wire and capacitance hats no lossy traps 6 and 2 meters are full length hal...

Страница 4: ...ightning protection WARNING Always mount this antenna so that it is out of the reach of adults and children The capacitance elements can cause injury and or severe RF burns Permanent Installation The...

Страница 5: ...ent used to install the antenna accidentally contacts any utility lines Never install an antenna near power lines 1 Be careful while climbing and carrying the antenna It is heavy enough to cause you t...

Страница 6: ...4 After examining the antenna parts gather the following tools needed for assembly 2 Phillips screwdriver 5 16 nut driver for 6 nuts and hose clamps Small 4 6 adjustable wrench OR o 3 8 wrench for 6 a...

Страница 7: ...tube fiberglass assembly and through the balun lugs Add the 20 split lock washers and nuts and tighten securely See Figure 3 8 Slide four hose clamps over each aluminum tube Slide two hose clamps one...

Страница 8: ...rings of both loading coil assemblies loosely holding them in place with their associated nuts Position the screws so the threaded ends of the screws are pointed outward towards the two ends of each l...

Страница 9: ...clamp onto the aluminum radiator Slide the aluminum radiator tube until it contacts the mounting screw that was just loosened Slide the hose clamp over the tab and tighten the hose clamp to firmly at...

Страница 10: ...e the resonant frequency Conversely adding a longer capacitance spoke will lower the resonant frequency of a loading assembly Spare spokes are included in case you need to lower the resonant frequency...

Страница 11: ...l sections from the end of the spoke until the antenna resonates approximately 15 KHz below the desired operating frequency Use the chart below to approximate the amount of spoke to be trimmed Trimmin...

Страница 12: ...on the outer ends of all spokes Note that the plastic end caps will lower the resonant frequency on all HF bands by 30 50 kHz The plastic end caps should fit snugly on the spokes Should a cap fit too...

Страница 13: ...r the barrel of the coax connector The sealer should ONLY be placed near the junction of the threaded part of the chassis connector and the knurled area of the male connector This will leave the botto...

Страница 14: ...MFJ 1789 Rotatable Mini Dipole Instruction Manual 14 NOTES...

Страница 15: ...cover postage and handling 4 This warranty is NOT void for owners who attempt to repair defective units Technical consultation is available by calling 662 323 5869 5 This warranty does not apply to k...

Страница 16: ...MFJ 1789 Manual Version 1B Printed In U S A 300 Industrial Park Road Starkville MS 39759 MFJ ENTERPRISES INC...

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