Introduction
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The H-223 is a rugged, high-gain Yagi antenna designed for use with fixed location GOES Satellite Data
Collection Platforms. The antenna has two 5-element Yagi antennae mounted on an extruded aluminum
boom. The one-piece reflector and director elements lock firmly into place with a unique
1/2
-turn cam-lock
mechanism.
Key Features:
• Rugged, heavy duty construction
• High gain
• Circular polarization
• Fully adjustable mount fits on a 2-inch pipe mast
• Can be disassembled for easy transport and shipping
Assembly
The H-223 antenna is shipped disassembled in a 4” x 4” x 48” box. You will need a 6-inch adjustable wrench
and a pair of pliers to assemble the antenna. Unpack and familiarize yourself with the parts. You should have:
Quantity
Description
1
Adjustable mount, complete with 2 set screws, 2-bolts, 2-nuts, and 4-washers
1
1” square x 38” boom
4
Dipole elements (7” long, with threaded stud)
1
Reflector-A element (14-3/4” long, with eccentric cam)
1
Reflector-B element (14-3/4” long, with round notch)
3
Director-A elements (13-1/4” long, with eccentric cam)
3
Director-B elements (13-1/4” long, with round notch)
Refer to the assembly drawing for the proper location of each element. Install the elemebts as follows:
• Install three sets of director elements (13-1/4” long)
• Install one set of reflector elements (14-3/4” long)
• Install four dipole elements (7” long with threaded stud)
Install the Director and Reflector Elements
Element Cam-Lock
