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NOTE: The matching unit output is DC grounded to bleed off static electricity, however it is
not RF grounded. This antenna is a current fed antenna and has high voltage at the antenna
insulator end so keep this end away from people, animals, etc. for their safety..
The BULLET2006-500, -1500 are rated for 500, 1500 (respectively) watts PEP ICAS at a
maximum 50% duty cycle. Digital modes are approximately 50% of PEP ratings depending
upon band.
Use a coax noise filter (CMNF-500-50 or CMNF-1500) to reduce coax outer braid noise – see
website for simple test to determine whether you need one to suppress coax braid noise on
receive.
SWR
Due to local ground conditions, antenna height and feed line length, SWR may vary from
samples shown and an antenna tuner may be required or some bands or portions of bands to
bring SWR at end of feed line to acceptable levels. Use a good quality 52 ohm cable adequate
for the power level of your station.(RG8X usually good up to 1000 watts PEP).