Figure 3.
Step 8
. Insert the joining-tube into either end of
the bottom mast section. Rotate until the holes
align with the holes in the mast section. Secure
with provided bolt, washers and nut. Insert the
top of the joining-tube into the bottom of the top
mast section. Rotate sections until holes align
with the holes in the mast section and secure
with provided bolt, washer and nut. (Refer to
figure 4)
Figure 4.
Step 9.
Install the whip antennas to the round
steel whip mounting plate and tighten with ½”
wrench. The plate has a number of possible
configurations.
Cable Interconnections
Step 1.
Route the RF cable between the ATU
and the radio.
Step 2.
Connect the RF coaxial cable to the
ATU's RF input.
Step 3.
Connect the RF cable to the radio.
Erecting Antenna Assembly
Step 1.
Locate Antenna in an open area, ensure
to avoid locations close to buildings, power
lines, and other antennas.
Step 2.
Install antenna with the whip antennas
and tuner at the top. Secure mast to mounting
location (pipe, railing, post…)
OPERATIONAL CHECK
When the system installation is completed,
perform the following operational check:
Step 1.
Install an in-line wattmeter between the
radio and the ATU.
Step 2.
Turn on the radio.
Step 3.
Ensure the Antenna Tuner is enabled in
the transceiver. Refer to transceiver operating
instructions.
Step 4.
Key the radio and whistle into the
microphone; observe the forward and reverse
power reading on the wattmeter. The forward
power should be at least three times greater than
the reverse power.
Step 5.
Perform step 4 for each channel used.
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