This kit has many uses, which include the ability to enhance:
- Low Band Performance
- omni-directional patterns
- the ground plane for Vertical Antennas as radials
- either or both NVIS and DX as active elements
Quick Instructions:
- FOR VERTICAL GROUND PLANE: Place the on the 4 bolts that hold the mount plate in place.
- FOR ENHANCED NVIS: Place on the bottom bolt under the Auto Match.
- FOR ENHANCED DX: Place on the top bolt of the Auto Match below the Vertical Element.
Detailed Installation for Enhanced NVIS (NOTE – Placement under the Auto Match lowers the take-off angle for Enhanced DX.)
Step 1 – Place the four 25 foot wire NVIS Element’s connectors on the top bolt of the Auto Match at Z0
Step 2 – Push the stakes of the NVIS elements at positions X1, X2, Y1, & Y2
Step 3 – Install the vertical element onto the top of the Auto Match
Step 4 – Place the one 8 foot wire Grounded Counterpoise wire on the bottom bolt of the Auto Match at Z0
Step 5 – Push the stake of the Grounded Counterpoise wire in the ground at position Z2
Step 6 – Attach your coax from your equipment to the SO-239 on the Auto Match