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The document provides instructions for assembling and installing the Diamond V2000A 6M/2M/70CM Triband Base Antenna. It consists of two fiberglass sections that connect at the element joint and section joint. The assembly instructions describe connecting the sections, attaching the radials, and adjusting the 6m counterpoise length for best VSWR. Proper installation includes mounting the antenna to a mast using brackets and a choke coil of coaxial cable beneath the antenna.

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V2000A

The document provides instructions for assembling and installing the Diamond V2000A 6M/2M/70CM Triband Base Antenna. It consists of two fiberglass sections that connect at the element joint and section joint. The assembly instructions describe connecting the sections, attaching the radials, and adjusting the 6m counterpoise length for best VSWR. Proper installation includes mounting the antenna to a mast using brackets and a choke coil of coaxial cable beneath the antenna.

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Diamond V2000A 6M/2M/70CM Triband Base Antenna Instruction Sheet

Description
The V-2000A is the U.S. version of the V-2000 Tri-Band Antenna. This antenna has been optimized for the U.S. FM Bands. Diamond MX-2000 Triplexer is required for multiband operation. The V-2000A utilizes a linear phase shift design to couple the different frequency band sections together. The antenna functions as a wavelength counterpoise, two 5/8 wavelength elements at 2m, and four 5/8 wavelength elements at 70cm. A watertight joint assembly connects the two antenna sections into one ridged assembly. The resulting antenna has the same strength as a one piece structure.

Specifications
Frequency: Gain: Impedance: VSWR: Power Rating: Element Phasing: (6m) (2m) (70cm) Radials: Grounding: Max. Wind Rating: Mast Dia. Acceptance: Length: Weight: Connector: Req. Triplexer: Limited Warranty: 52-54 MHz, 144-148 MHz, 440-450 MHz 2.15dBi(6m), 6.2dB(2m), 8.4dB(70cm) 50 ohms nominal 1.5:1 (typical) 150 watts 1/2 wavelength (incl. counterpoise) Two 5/8 wavelength Four 5/8 wavelength Three DC Ground. Antenna element & radials connected to mounting pipe. 112 m.p.h. 1.2 to 2.4 inches 8.3 ft. 2.6 lbs. SO-239 female MX-2000 One year against defects in material or workmanship.

Assembly Instructions
(1) Remove antenna sections from package and note how sections are tapered to fit together at the Section Joint Assembly. (2) Upper & Lower Section Joint Assembly. Lay the Upper and Lower Sections in a line end to end. Connect the antenna elements at the Element Joint as seen in Figure 2. Tighten the two set screws. (It may be necessary to slide the brass antenna element slightly out of the upper section in order to fit into the Element Joint Coupler.) (3) Carefully insert upper fiberglass section into lower fiberglass section. The black line should be touching lower section. Slide gasket holder down to meet lower section joint. Verify proper seating of gasket. Thread upper joint nut onto lower joint. Verify proper seating of gasket. Thread upper joint nut onto lower joint. Do not overtighten. (4) Fasten radials and secure lock nuts. Figure 7 depicts 6m counterpoise. (5) 6m Adjustment. Support antenna about 10' above ground. Measure VSWR. Adjust counterpoise radial length for best VSWR at desired operating frequency (see tuning chart below figure 7). (6) Before final installation, check VSWR on 2m & 70cm. (No adjustment is possible on these two bands.) (7) Attach mast brackets to Antenna Support Pipe. Pass the coaxial cable through the bottom of the Antenna Support Pipe. Connect coaxial cable to the feed point (Figure 5). Align hole on Antenna Support Pipe with threaded hole at bottom of antenna. Insert screw with lock washer and tighten (Figure 5). (8) Attach antenna to antenna mast using brackets and hardware kit (figure 6). We suggest mounting one turn of coaxial cable of approximately 10 diameter directly beneath the antenna. This will act as an isolation choke. The coil diameter is not criticalNote: Some cable require a larger diameter coil to prevent movement of center conductor. Tape coil to mast (Figure 6).

Diamond Antennas and Meters are distributed by RF Parts Company 435 S. Pacific Street San Marcos, CA 92078

(760) 744-0900

Fiberglass Section Joint Black Line Antenna Support Pipe Element Coupler Element Joint Fiberglass Section

Coax Cable

Figure 5

6m Counterpoise Radial

Radials Mast Pipe

Figure 1 Figure 6
Element

Element Coupler

See Chart below A B Set Screw

Figure 2

Section Joint

Figure 7 V2000A 6m Counterpoise Radial

Figure 3

6m Radial Adjustment
6m Center Frequency 52 MHz 52.5 MHz 53 MHz 53.5 MHz Internal Adjustment Length A 2 5/8 3 5/8 4 5/8 5 5/8 Rod Length B 23 22 21 20

Figure 4

For reference only, some installations may vary. Tune for minimum VSWR.

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