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- Page 1 30 Meter Vertical Antenna DXE-30VE-1 DXE-30VE-1-INS-Revision 12b © DX Engineering 2012 P.O. Box 1491 ∙ Akron, OH 44309-1491 USA Phone: (800) 777-0703 ∙ Tech Support and International: (330) 572-3200 Fax: (330) 572-3279 ∙ E-mail: DXEngineering@DXEngineering.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Technical Support and Warranty Introduction The DX Engineering DXE-30VE-1 is a fast taper 24 feet high, 30 meter monoband vertical antenna system. The vertical antenna operates over the entire 30 meter band with a SWR less than 1.5:1. There are no traps, coils or linear loading elements to rob power. Designed with 6063 corrosion- resistant aluminum tubing and stainless steel hardware, this antenna is very durable and attractive. -
Page 3: Warning
The DXE-30VE-1 vertical antenna system includes the antenna elements, stainless steel clamps, mounting plate assembly, and stainless steel hardware. Full band coverage on 30 meters with SWR under 1.5:1 - No Tuner needed 24 feet overall height Fast Taper from rugged base to sleek top for low wind resistance ... -
Page 4: Parts Included
Every effort is made to supply the latest manual revision with each product. Occasionally a manual will be updated between the time your DX Engineering product is shipped and when you receive it. Please check the DX Engineering web site (www.dxengineering.com) for the latest revision manual. -
Page 5: Mounting Pipe
installing the optional DXE-TB-4P Tilt Base, determine the direction you want the antenna to tilt down and make sure there is adequate clearance. There should be sufficient room for a radial system that should extend away from the antenna equally in all directions, if possible. Mounting Pipe Use a customer supplied thick-walled galvanized steel mounting pipe at least 4 feet long. -
Page 6: Assembly
Grass will quickly overgrow the radials and they will be virtually impossible to see. An article describing this process is available the DX Engineering website in the Tech Info section. Radials can also be buried just under the surface by using a power edger to make a slit in the soil. -
Page 7: Vertical Base Section
general lubricant between the aluminum tubing sections. Oils or general lubricants can cause poor electrical connections for radio frequencies. 3. Clean the outside of the aluminum tubing to clear any dirt or foreign material that would cause the clamps to malfunction during assembly. 4. -
Page 8: Base Section To Mounting Pipe
Install the lower tube on to the insulated channel using the two 3/8" x 2" U-Bolts, two saddle clamps, four flat washers, four split washers, and four nuts as shown in Figure 1. Use the outer upper and lower holes of the channel. When tightening, observe the split washers. When they fully seat (flatten out), the clamp is tight enough. - Page 9 Using a felt tip pen, measure and mark each of the 36" element sections at 4" as shown in Figure 4. Figure 4 Locate the eight Element Clamps. Refer to Figure 6 for the placement of the different sized element clamps.
- Page 10 Overall height is 292" 24 ft 4 in prior to final adjustment. Figure 6 - Antenna Assembly - 9 -...
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Page 11: Tuning The Vertical Antenna System
When the upper eight element sections are assembled together install the black vinyl cap in place at the top of the smallest element section. Carefully mount the upper eight element sections into the 2" base section (don't forget to install and tighten the bottom element clamp). CAUTION: Attempting final assembly without proper precaution can be dangerous. -
Page 12: Guying The Vertical Antenna System
Guying the Vertical Antenna System Guying of vertical antennas is always recommended for stability. However, if your area encounters severe wind velocities or icing conditions, simple guying will reduce the possibility of failure. Using the optional DXE-GUY-200 kit, you can install four guy ropes starting approximately 1/2 the way up the vertical antenna system to ground level. -
Page 13: Appendix A - Optional Radial Plate
There are optional DX Engineering Radial Wire Kits available. DXE-RADW-500K/BD contains a 500 foot spool of 14 gauge copper stranded wire with black PVC insulation, 20 Terminal Lugs and 100 Steel or Biodegradable Lawn Staples. -
Page 14: Appendix B - Optional Tilt Base
The stainless steel Tilt Base makes raising and lowering the vertical a one-man operation. If you are upgrading your existing DXE-30VE-1 installation, the Tilt Base will use some of the hardware that originally came with your vertical. -
Page 15: Appendix C - Optional Vertical Feedline Current Choke
VFCC, making sure you are using the terminal closest to the Red "D" in DX Engineering on the VFCC label. Twist the braid as shown. Connect the 7-1/2" braid from the other VFCC terminal to the closest radial wire bolt on the Radial Plate. Do not ground the VFCC case. Your coaxial cable will connect directly to the SO-239 on the VFCC. -
Page 16: Optional Accessory Items
DXE-RADP-3 - Radial Plate, Stainless Steel with 20 Sets of SS Radial Attachment Hardware The DX Engineering Radial Plate is meant for those of you that have or are building a quarter wave vertical antenna and who want an easy, neat and effective way to connect those essential radial wires and the coax to your vertical antenna for the lowest takeoff angle and strongest signals. - Page 17 DXE-P8A - Penetrox A Anti-Oxidant - 8 oz Squeeze Bottle Use Penetrox A electrical joint compound to affect a substantial electrical connection between metal parts such as telescoping aluminum tubing or other antenna pieces. Ensures high conductivity at all voltage levels by displacing moisture and preventing corrosion or oxidation.
- Page 18 SUM-900031 - Automatic Wire Stripper/Crimper/Cutter, 24-10 Ga. Our DX Engineering wire stripper uses a spring-loaded design to make quick work of wires ranging from 24 to 10 gauge. Just insert the wire, squeeze the handle, and listen for the click. That’s the sound of another perfect wire stripping job performed in about 2 seconds- a fraction of the time it takes your pocket knife to do the same job.
- Page 19 A four point guying system is recommended for use with a DX Engineering Tilt Base, because just one of the guy ropes has to be loosened when you tilt the vertical down.
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Page 20: Technical Support And Warranty
Warranty All products manufactured by DX Engineering are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. DX Engineering’s sole obligation under these warranties shall be to issue credit, repair or replace any item or part thereof which is proved to be other than as warranted;...
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