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Horizon Antennas
4. Getting Started
4.1 Tools Needed
Under normal circumstances, no hand tools should be required for setup,
breakdown, or transport of the Horizon UltraLite. Should a bolt become loose, a
simple Phillips screwdriver can remedy.
4.2 Antenna Setup
Getting started with your new UltraLite is quick and easy. Follow these steps to get
started using your new antenna right away.
1) Choose a location for your antenna. The area you choose for your
antenna should be at least 10 meters (at least 30 feet) from any metal
structure or other objects that could detune the antenna.
Danger: The antenna should not be placed anywhere near power
lines, as serious injury or death could occur.
BEFORE YOU DIG to ensure you know where buried gas, water, sewer, power,
and other service lines are located.
Danger: As with any antenna installation, exposure limits should be
calculated to ensure safe operation. Vertical dipoles, such as the Horizon
UltraLite should not be operated at more than about 200W on 20M. Visit the
ARRL website (http://arrl.org/rf-exposure-calculator) for more information on
exposure limits and calculations.
The antenna's coax feed line should be run at a 45-degree angle down from the
structure to the ground to minimize parasitic coupling (see figure, page 11).
FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN HIGHER THAN EXPECTED VSWR
READINGS. Plan for this extra footprint when choosing a location for your
antenna.
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