Hy-Gain V-2R Instruction Manual

Hy-Gain V-2R Instruction Manual

Vhf collinear gain vertical for 144-148 mhz

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

GENERAL

The new Hy-Gain V-2R, two meter antenna is a
collinear
5/8-wave
antenna for the 144-148 MHz Amateur band. The
V-2R features two sets of 1/4-wave radials which
properly decouple the lower 5/8-wave radiator
from the mast. It also features a 500 watt
enclosed coil that matches the antenna to
nominal 50 ohms. The ruggedized V-2R is
suitable for personal use, repeater, and packet
BBS service.
VSWR at Resonance
2:1 VSWR Band Width
Power Gain
Antenna/Mast Isolation
Power Input
Lightning Protection
Height (nominal)
Wind Area
Maximum Mast O.D.
Hardware
Maximum Wind Survival (without ice)
Net Weight

ASSEMBLY

Unpack the antenna and check the parts against
the Parts List and drawings.
Select four of the radial clamps and associated
hardware and loosely assemble them as shown in
Figure 1.
Repeat the previous step for the remaining four
radial clamps.
omnidirectional
vertical

SPECIFICATIONS

VHF Collinear Gain Vertical
For 144-148 MHz
The feedpoint is a standard UHF connector that is
protected from the weather within the lower
radiator. The V-2R also features a mast-to-mast
bracket that will accept up to a two inch O.D.
mast.
The V-2R can also be used outside of the two
a
meter Amateur band. Graphs are supplied
the antenna can be set to any frequency between
138 and 174 MHz.
18-8 stainless steel except for U-Bolts
Set both assembled clamps upside down on a flat
surface.
Select the eight (8) 7/16" x 17 1/8" radial tubes
(Item No. 4), and insert them completely into the
assembled radial clamps.
Tighten the outer eight (8) screws of each
assembly just enough to hold the radial tubes in
place. These screws will be securely tightened in
a later step.
V-2R
Less than 1.5:1
10 MHz minimum
3 dBd (5.2 dBi)
500 Watts continuous
DC ground
108 inches (2743 mm)
0.67 sq. ft. (.062 sq. m)
2 inches (51mm)
105 mph (168.98 kmph)
6.3 lbs (2.86 kg)
so
that
20 dB

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Summary of Contents for Hy-Gain V-2R

  • Page 1 5/8-wave radiator mast. from the mast. It also features a 500 watt The V-2R can also be used outside of the two enclosed coil that matches the antenna to meter Amateur band. Graphs are supplied that nominal 50 ohms.
  • Page 2 Select the 1" x 60" tube (Item No. 6). Slip both radial assemblies over the bottom of the 60" tube and position as shown in Figure 4 and Detail A. The unslotted end of the 60" tube is the bottom. Determine the "B" dimension from Figure 7.
  • Page 3 "B" is from the bottom of the plastic coil form to the top of the radial clamps. Select the V-2R VHF Coil assembly. The coaxial cable will attach to this in a later step. Select one No. 10 compression clamp (Item 11) and install over the slotted tube end of the coil assembly (Item 8).
  • Page 4 NOTE: At 146 MHz, A = 41 1/2" (1054 mm), = 32 3/8" (822 mm). RADIALS AS SEEN FROM EITHER THE TOP OR THE BOTTOM. Detail A Top or Bottom View of Radials Item # Description Tube, 5/8” x 81” Tube, 1”...
  • Page 5 After adjustment of the tubing lengths, tighten Select the proper size tube clamp as shown in the clamp with a 5/16 inch nut driver, socket, Figure 5. When installing the clamps, place or open end wrench until the tubing will not the clamp near the tube end with the top of the twist or telescope.
  • Page 6 Figure 3 and tighten it just enough the other antenna for best performance. When to prevent it from sliding down the tube. side mounting the V-2R on a tower, it should be kept at least 20 inches away from the tower. INSTALLATION There are two ways to attach your coax to the V2R antenna.
  • Page 7 ANNOUNCING Hy-Gain now makes a similar antenna for 400470 MHz called the V-4R. Inquire at your local Hy- Gain dealer for more information. PARTS LIST Item Part No. Description Qty 160011 Mast-to-Mast bracket plate, 1 1/8" ............1 160012 Radial clamp, 45 degrees ..............8 160047 Mast-to-mast bracket clamp, 1 1/8"...
  • Page 8 Hy-Gain Warrants to the original owner of this product, if manufactured by Hy-Gain and purchased from an authorized dealer or directly from Hy-Gain to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months for rotator products and 24 months for antenna products from date of purchase provided the following terms of this warranty are satisfied.

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