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- Page 1 SOTA Activation Zone Model 1 60-10m End-Fed Antenna (CHA SOTA AZ-1) Operator’s Manual Designed & Manufactured by Chameleon Antenna for DX Engineering VERSATILE – DEPENDABLE – STEALTH – BUILT TO LAST Rev. 12/17/2024...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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. SOTA AZ-1 Page 2... -
Page 3: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing and using the Chameleon Antenna SOTA Activation Zone Model 1 60- 10m End-Fed Antenna (CHA SOTA AZ-1). The CHA SOTA AZ-1 is designed specifically for the demanding conditions and constraints encountered during Summits on the Air (SOTA) activations and other outdoor radio sports. -
Page 4: Hf Propagation
(MUF), Lowest Usable Frequency (LUF), and Optimal Working Frequency (OWF). The MUF is the frequency for which successful communications between two points is predicted on 50% of the days of in a month. The LUF is the frequency below which successful communications are lost SOTA AZ-1 Page 4... - Page 5 The frequency selected must be below the critical frequency, so NVIS can normally only be used on frequencies from around 2 to 10 MHz. Frequencies of 2 – 4 MHz are typical at night and 4 – 8 MHz during the day. SOTA AZ-1 Page 5...
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Page 6: Parts Of The Antenna
Parts of the Antenna The CHA SOTA AZ-1 is comprised of the following components, refer to plate (2): Plate 2. SOTA AZ-1 Components. A. End Connector. The End Connector is a BNC male to dual banana jack/binding post adaptor used as the end connection point for the antenna and as the transceiver connector. The Red binding post is for the Wire End of the Antenna Wire. - Page 7 J. Bongo Tie. The Bongo Tie is a general-purpose temporary fastener. A typical use for the Bongo Tie is to attach the Floating Isolating Ring to the top of a telescoping fishing pole. K. OD Pouch. The OD Pouch is used to store the components of the antenna. SOTA AZ-1 Page 7...
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Page 8: Assembly
Assembly Use the following procedure to assemble the components of the CHA SOTA AZ-1 before first deployment. Refer to plate (3) during assembly. Plate 3. End Connection Detail. 1. Carefully cut off the wire ties holding the post of the End Connector by inserting... -
Page 9: Installation
(shapes) using a tree or other structure as a support. The addition of a lightweight telescoping mast and extra Tent Stake (not included) will enable the CHA SOTA AZ-1 to be set up on summits or other locations where there are no trees or other supports. - Page 10 Paracord and a Tent Stake (G). along the length of the Antenna Wire. The wire used in this SOTA antenna is made 4. Using an arborist throw weight or some of light gauge wire to reduce bulk - ensure it other method, loop the free end of the is not taut or it could break.
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Page 11: Fishing Pole
Some summit activation zones may not have trees. Using an operator supplied telescoping fishing pole and an additional Tent Stake, a Self-Supporting End-Fed Inverted “V” can be set up. Use the procedure below to install the Self-Supporting Inverted “V” configuration. See figure (2) for details. SOTA AZ-1 Page 11... - Page 12 Figure 3. Top Attachment Detail. 1. Select a site to deploy the CHA SOTA AZ- 6. Using a Bowline or similar knot, tie a long 1 antenna using a telescopic fishing pole length (around 21 feet) of Micro- or similar lightweight mast, see figures Paracord to the Floating Isolation Ring (2) and (3).
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Page 13: Recovery Procedure
This antenna requires an antenna tuner. Recovery Procedure To recover the CHA SOTA AZ-1 antenna, perform the following steps: 1. Disconnect the End Connector from the Transceiver. 2. Lower the antenna to the ground. 3. Wind the Antenna Wire onto the Line Winder. -
Page 14: Accessories
13 foot long B'n'M Black Widow Crappie Rod, or similar pole is great for setting up the CHA SOTA AZ-1 on summits without trees. Fishing poles like this are available at your local sporting goods store or online retailers. -
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Products Go to http://chameleonantenna.com for information about quality antenna products available for purchase from Chameleon Antenna – The Portable Antenna Pioneer. Warranty information is available at http://chameleonantenna.com. Designed & Manufactured by Chameleon Antenna for DX Engineering SOTA AZ-1 Page 15...
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