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Page 2: Specifications
AV-6160 43-Foot Self-Supporting Vertical Antenna INTRODUCTION The AV-6160 is a 43-foot self-supporting vertical antenna that covers 160-6 meters with the use of a wide range antenna tuner. The AV-6160 has the lowest wind-loading and has the least visual impact of any 43-foot vertical antenna on the market. - Page 3 The ideal installation location is a rigid pole set in concrete. Portable Operation The AV-6160 may be disassembled as necessary for transporting to a temporary location. Even for temporary or portable operation, do not be casual about mounting integrity. If the antenna falls, it will be damaged and may cause serious injury.
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Page 4: Tools And Time Required For Assembly
AV-6160 43-Foot Vertical Antenna Instructions revJ TOOLS AND TIME REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY The estimated assembly time is about one hour. Antenna assembly requires the following hand tools: • ½” wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver • 5/16" nut driver for hose clamps. - Page 5 AV-6160 43-Foot Vertical Antenna Instructions revJ Step-By-Step Procedure Note: Select a mounting location clear of power lines, structures and other antennas. Consider the proximity of overhead power lines, utility cables and wires. The vertical should be mounted away from local noise sources or metallic objects which can re-radiate noise and affect the radiation pattern.
- Page 6 AV-6160 43-Foot Vertical Antenna Instructions revJ Use a plumb to determine the proper location for the ATB-65 Base Mounting assembly and the mounting pipe. Now simply bury 2-1/2 feet of the mounting pipe in the ground with drainage gravel at the base, and tamp the fill soil snugly around the pipe. Use a level to ensure that the mounting pipe is vertical.
- Page 7 AV-6160 43-Foot Vertical Antenna Instructions revJ 5) Install the antenna mount U-bolts and insulators on the ARB-65 Base Mount. Raise the telescoped antenna into a vertical position and insert the lower end into the ARB-65 insulators and U-bolts. Tighten the U-bolt hardware securely.
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Page 8: Antenna Operation
ANTENNA OPERATION Like all 43-foot verticals, the is an AV-6160 untuned antenna that provides a compromise SWR across the 160-6 Meter frequency range. While the untuned SWR may vary depending on your... -
Page 9: Maintenance
AV-6160 43-Foot Vertical Antenna Instructions revJ MAINTENANCE Your antenna is constructed of heavy duty non corrosive materials and should withstand normal climates for many years. The use of some type of coaxial connector moisture protection is recommended at the balun/coax connection, especially in coastal areas where salty mist is commonplace. - Page 10 AV-6160 43-Foot Vertical Antenna Instructions revJ NOTES...
- Page 11 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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