Codan 2110 2110 SSB Transceiver User Manual Antenna reference card

Codan Limited 2110 SSB Transceiver Antenna reference card

Antenna reference card

Tactical Whip AntennaQuick Reference Card© Codan Limited 2004 06-02289-EN Issue 1Requirements for deployment• 3 m (10 ft) collapsible whip antenna, tape whip antenna, or knock-down whip antenna• earth lead with clip and plug, or counterpoiseAntenna selectionThe tape and knock-down whip antennas are suitable for communication over short distances up to 100 km (60 mi), using frequencies of 3–30 MHz.The 3 m (10 ft) collapsible whip antenna is suitable for communication over short to medium distances up to 500 km (300 mi), using frequencies of 2–30 MHz.Deploying a tactical whip antennaTo ensure optimal transceiver performance and to avoid exposure to excessive electromagnetic fields, the antenna system must be deployed according to the instructions provided.To deploy a tactical whip antenna:1Straighten the antenna.1Switch off the transceiver.1Screw the antenna onto the antenna stud ( ) on the front panel.1Orient the antenna vertically for medium-distance communication on any suitable frequency, or horizontally for short-distance communication on frequencies less than approximately 6 MHz.1To use an earth lead:• Plug the earth lead into the earth terminal ( ) on the front panel.• Clip the other end of the earth lead to a large metal object, e.g. shed, vehicle, fence post.1To use a counterpoise:• Lay out the counterpoise, forming a cross.• Prop the transceiver against a suitable support in the centre of the counterpoise.• Plug the wire from the counterpoise into the earth terminal ( ) on the front panel.1Switch on the transceiver.1Select a channel, then press PTT to tune.1Ensure that the internal antenna tuner is activated ( ATU/50 or ATU).NOTESelect a site that is clear of overhead power lines and other electrical interference.WARNING Do not deploy or use the antenna if there is lightning in the area.WARNING Take care not to cross the thread on the antenna stud.WARNINGHigh RF voltages are present during transmission and tuning. Do not touch the antenna during these activities.WARNINGYou should not transmit from your transceiver or tune the antenna unless people are standing beyond the safe working distance of 0.6 m (2 ft) from the antenna.06-02289-EN_1.fm Page 1 Tuesday, November 9, 2004 8:41 AM
Packing up a tactical whip antennaTo pack up a tactical whip antenna:1Switch off the transceiver.1Unplug the earth lead or counterpoise from the earth terminal, wind up, then stow.1Unscrew the antenna from the antenna stud.1Fold the antenna, secure with velcro (if fitted), then stow.06-02289-EN_1.fm Page 2 Tuesday, November 9, 2004 8:41 AM

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