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- Page 1 HF Faraday Loop Antenna (CHA F-LOOP) Operator’s Manual California - USA WWW.CHAMELEONANTENNA.COM VERSATILE – DEPENDABLE – STEALTH – BUILT TO LAST...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Exercise caution when using this antenna. Operate this antenna at your own risk. All information on this product and the product itself is the property of and is proprietary to Chameleon Antenna . Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. CHA F-LOOP Page 2... -
Page 3: Introduction
High Frequency (HF) Faraday Loop Antenna (CHA F- LOOP). The unique craftsmanship of the CHA F-LOOP distinguishes itself from the competition. You are now part of the magnetic loop HF antenna craze that is sweeping the amateur radio community. Easily deployable HF... - Page 4 Even under optimal conditions, there is a gap between where ground waves end (around 40 to 90 miles) and the sky wave returns to Earth on the first hop (around 300 miles). NVIS propagation can be used to fill this gap. The CHA F-LOOP Page 4...
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Page 5: Parts Of The Antenna
(DX) communication. While not specifically designed for NVIS, during field testing of the CHA F-LOOP, both DX and NVIS contacts were made on the 30 meter ham band within minutes of each other. Parts of the Antenna The CHA F-LOOP is comprised of the following components, see plates (2) and (4): Plate 2. - Page 6 The Coaxial Cable Connection is a UHF socket located on the rear of the Tuning Unit (a) and is used to connect the Coaxial Cable (k) to the radio. It is not used in the High-Efficiency CHA F-LOOP Antenna configuration.
- Page 7 High-Efficiency Radiator Loop Connections The connections for the optional High-Efficiency Radiator Loop (b), see plate (5) are brackets located on the rear edge of the Tuning Unit (a). They are not used in the Standard CHA F-LOOP configuration. q. High-Efficiency Radiator Loop Joints The High-Efficiency Radiator Loop Joints, see plate (5), are used to connect together the three sections of the Optional High-Efficiency Radiator Loop tubing.
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Page 8: Standard Flexible Loop Assembly
(just a loop diameter or two). The CHA F-LOOP is not waterproof and must be installed in an area protected from the weather. -
Page 9: High Efficiency Loop Assembly
(just a loop diameter or two). The CHA F-LOOP is not waterproof and must be installed in an area protected from the weather. - Page 10 Hardline Connection (e) on the top of the 10. Perform an operational test (see procedure Tuning Unit. below). 8. Place the CHA F-LOOP on a table top or attach This completes installation of the Optional the Aluminum Base Plate (m) to a tripod or F-LOOP...
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Page 11: 80 Meter Conversion Kit Installation
80 Meter Conversion Kit Installation The CHA F-LOOP 80 Meter Conversion Kit allows you to use the CHA F-LOOP on the 80m ham band by extending the lower frequency range of the Cha F-LOOP down to 3.5 MHz. It is easy to install, simply perform the following steps. -
Page 12: Loop Operation
Loop Operation The CHA F-LOOP is very easy to use. Perform the following steps whenever you change frequency. 1. The CHA F-LOOP is bidirectional favoring attempt to force the Tuning Knob past the the sides, see plate (7). If possible, point stops. -
Page 13: Specifications
Coaxial Cable Assembly. 80 Meter Conversion Kit. The CHA F-LOOP 80 Meter Conversion Kit allows you to use the CHA F-LOOP on the 80 meter ham band by extending the lower frequency range of the Cha F-LOOP down to 3.5 MHz. -
Page 14: Chameleon Antenna Tm Products
Chameleon Antenna Products The following products are available for purchase at Chameleon Antenna Go to http://chameleonantenna.com for ordering and more information. CHA SKYLOOP - The CHA SKYLOOP is a 250' full wave loop antenna cut for 80M. With the help of an... -
Page 15: References
CHA MIL EXT Whip Extension - The CHA MIL EXT Dipole) Antenna has been designed as an add-on for whip has been designed to offer maximum the CHA F-LOOP. The CHA TD is a HF broadband portability and performance for those already using antenna...