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PVA-6

Alpha Antenna PVA-6 User manual

  • I have reviewed the Field Guide for the Alpha Antenna PVA-6 Portable Vertical Antenna. This document outlines the antenna's specifications and provides instructions for assembly, deployment, and tuning. The guide includes a tuning chart indicating the element section deployment for various bands from 2 to 20 meters. I'm ready to answer any of your questions about the antenna.
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Description
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The PVA-6 (Portable Vertical Antenna) is a 6 Band VHF and HF
Antenna that covers 2M, 6M, 10M, 12M, 15M, 17M, and 20M.
Specifications:
Power: Full legal limit
Pattern: Omni-directional
RF Connection: SO-239
Frequency: 220MHz, 440MHz, and 2 to 20 meters
Assembly:
- Screw the telescopic element onto the mount.
- Secure the counterpoise ring connector with 1 of the mount’s bolts/nuts.
Deployment:
1. Extend the element and adjust it per the tuning chart.
2. Attach your coax and run it 90° from the counterpoise wires.
3. Press the mounting stake into the ground.
4.
Fully extend both counterpoise wires in opposite directions.
TUNING CHART (* Vertical Element may vary based upon different ground conditions.)
Band Vertical Element * Notes:
20 Meters 10 Sections deployed
17 Meters 8 1/3 Sections deployed
15 Meters 7 Sections deployed
12 Meters 6 Sections deployed
10 Meters 5 Sections deployed
6 Meters 3 Sections deployed
2 Meters 2 2/3 Sections
*Lengths will vary based upon ground conditions.
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