Tune the 80 meter band using the adjustable taps on
the large loading coils at the top and bottom of the
antenna. Start by placing the taps in the same location
on each coil. Check for a dip point on 80 meters.
The Q of these coils is much higher than the others so
the dip point when the antenna is balanced will be
very sharp (around 11 KHz ). If you can not find a
sharp dip, balance the antenna as explained on the 40
meter section. Use a #1 phillips screwdriver to remove
the tap and change its position. Moving the taps toward
the capacitance hat will raise the operating frequency.
There are enough taps so that this antenna may be tuned
to 60 meters instead of 80 if you so desire.
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Capacitance hat rods and rest of antenna not shown.
WARNING: You can be killed if the antennas, feedline, or the
equipment used to install the antenna accidentally contacts any utility
lines. Never install an antenna near power lines!
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Be careful while climbing and carrying the antenna. It is heavy
enough to cause you to lose your balance if it is handled too casually
or if any part of the antenna snags on a gutter, ladder, tree, or other
item.
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Mount the antenna high enough and in the clear so that it is out of
reach by any person or pet. Do not allow trees or other structures
near the radiator portion of the antenna. The capacitance
rods can
cause serious eye injury.
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Ensure that the mast is sturdy enough to support the weight of this
antenna including the windload of the antenna.
