ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

4 ELEMENT - 11 METER
MAXIMUM BEAM

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Mace Manufacturing Co. - Division of Majestic Communications, Inc.
4091 Viscount - Memphis, Tennessee 38118 (901) 794-9494
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PARTS LIST

PART QTY SIZE LENGTH DESCRIPTION CHECKLIST

GOIP 1 GAMMA MATCH

PO2P 1 5-l/4” PLATE l-1/2” BOOM TO l-1/2” MA
TOlP 6 112” 72” ALUM. TUBING
T04P 2 l/2” 72” ALUM. TUBING SLOTTED ONE END
TllP 4 518” 72” ALUM. TUBING SLOTTED BOTH ENDS
T41P 1 2” 72” ALUM. TUBING SWAGED BOTH ENDS
T51P 2 2” 72” ALUM. TUBING SLOTTED ONE END
T58P 2 3/S” 11 718” ALUM. TUBING

HARDWARE BAG #l
UOl 10 2” PLATED U-BOLTS
HARDWARE BAG #2

so1 10 2” PLATED SADDLES

HARDWARE BAG #3
BE2P 4 2” BOOM TO ELEMENT MOUNTS

HARDWARE BAG #4
co2 2 l/2” METAL CLAMPS
NO1 20 5/16” HEX NUTS
NO2 20 5/l 6” LOCKWASHERS
NII 14 I O-24 SQUARE NUTS
N12 4 #lO LOCKWASHER
PLl 2 318” PLASTIC CAPS - BLACK
PL2 6 ,437 PLASTIC CAPS - BLACK
PL5 1 2” PLASTIC CAPS - BLACK
PLSR 1 2” PLASTIC CAPS - RED
s21 13 10-24x l/2” MACHINE SCREWS
S42 1 518” COAX CONN W/ MOUNTING NUT
W58P 10 EXTRUDED ALUM. CLAMPS
ZO2P 2 GAMMA STRAPS
ZOSP 2 GAMMA STRAPS F/COAX CONNECTOR

SET OF INSTRUCTIONS

WHEN ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE PART NUMBER AND DESCRIPTION.
PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to keep the price on Mace Antennas down, we have decided not to clean up all the burrs and
rough edges on the parts. We recommend that you deburr and clean up each part with files, sandpaper, etc. so that they go
together easily. We are aware this needs to be done, but have elected not to do it to save you the money we would have to
add to the price of the kit for this service.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

FIGURE 1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

This drawing shows a view of the antenna assembled. The M104C may be used vertically (Figure
1 A) or horizontally (Figure 1 B). These instructions and FIGURES 2 through 4 show the correct assembly
instructions. It is highly recommended that rope be put in the elements to prolong their life. All Hardware
should be tightened securely, and then coated with silicon rubber sealant or a similar compound to prevent
loosening from wind vibration.
Upon completion of assembly, install the red plastic cap (PL4R) on the director end of the antenna,
and the black plastic cap (PL4) on the reflector end. This will allow you to determine at a glance the direction
of transmit and receive.

CAUTION.....
Take care to avoid any contact with overhead power lines when raising your antenna.
Serious or fatal injury could result.

FIGURE 2 BOOM ASSEMBLY AND MAST MOUNTING

To assemble the boom, slide the slotted ends of the boom sections (T5 1 P) onto both swaged ends
of the center boom section (T4 1 P). The overall length should be about 17 feet. Next center the boom-to-
mast plate (PO2P) and mount using 2” U-bolts, saddles and hardware as shown in detail 2B.
Thisantennaisdesignedformountingona2” O.D. heavydutymast. Mountusing2”U-bolts, saddles
and hardware as shown in detail 2C.

FIGURE 3 ELEMENT ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING

To assemble the elements, use (4) of the clamps (W58P) and #IO x l/2” screw and square nuts
(S2 1 ,N 1 I ) as shown in the element assembly detail. Insert a length ofthe l/2” O.D. unslotted tubing (TOlP)
into each end of the element sections. Adjust each end to the”B” dimensions and tighten the clamps. Check
the overall length (“A” dimension). Push a 437” plastic cap (PL2) on each end of the elements.
Mount the elements onto the boom using U-bolts, saddles, and hardware (UO 1, S02, NOl, N02) too
fasten the boom-to-element clamp (BE 1 P) as shown in the element mounting detail. From the director end
of the boom, measure in 5/8” to the outside edge of the mounting hardware and fasten the director. Refer
to Figure 1 for the spacing dimensions and fasten the driven element and reflector. Start at about 4” from
the end to center the elements on the boom.
Line the elements up with the use of a level or any other workable method. Double check the spacing
dimensions and make sure the elements are centered in the boom-to-element clamps. Tighten all hardware
taking care to line the elements up with the use of a level. Check your measurements and make sure the
elements are centered on the boom.

TIGHTENALLHARDWARESNUG;DONOTCRUSHTHETUBING. CRUSHINGGREATLY
WEAKENS THE TUBING.

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FIGURE 4 GAMMA MATCH MOUNTING

Mount the gamma match (GOlP) to the driven element, using the gamma straps (ZO2P, ZO8P) and
attaching hardware as shown. Attach your 52 ohm coaxial cable to the connector (S42) and dress along boom
and down the mast. The gamma is shown pointing down - this is to let water out.

ADJUSTING THE STANDING WAVE RATIO (SWR)

Refer to Figure 4. The dimensions given are approximate and should be used as a starting point. The
gamma match has 2 adjustments. First is the capacitor adjust and second is the slider adjust. Connect a SWR
bridge coax between your transmitter and the antenna and check the SWR. If adjustment is required, loosen
the clamp on the gamma match and the screws holding the slider (gamma straps (ZO2P)). Next move the
capacitor adjustment frlrst one direction, then the other until a minimum SWR reading is obtained. If SWR
is not yet satisfactory, move the slider out 2” away from the boom. If the reading has gone up move the slider
back to the original position and then 2” towards the boom. Now readjust the capacitor for minimum SWR.
You should now be able to determine which direction to move the slider. Repeat the above procedure moving
the slider in smaller increments until a satisfactory SWR is obtained. Tighten all hardware. Disconnect the
SWR bridge and reconnect your coaxial cable.

NOTE!
When assembling for vertical use, set antenna on a pole about 8 to 9 feet above the ground
horizontally and adjust SWR for 1.6 to 1.7 When you turn the antenna vertical and mount it on the tower,
etc., the SWR will drop to 1.4 to 1.5 This is good; QUIT!

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HORIZONTAL POLARIATION

GENERAL ASSEMBLY @ED

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2ND DIRECTOR 188 l/2” 58 l/4”

REFLECTOR 216 314” 65 l/2” 6 718”

Please read the Assembly and Troubleshooting Tips at the

end of this instruction booklet before assembling elements.

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REFERTO THEINSTRUCTIONS ON ADJUSTINNG THE
S.W.R TO DETERMINE EXACT SETTINGS. THERE
ARE2 SEPARATEGAMMA ADJUSTMENTS, 1. CAPACI-
TOR ADJUSTMENT, 2. SLIDER POSITION.
DO NOT MOVE BOTH AT THE SAME TIME. MOVE
THE CAPACITOR FIRST, THEN, IF NECESSARY MOVE
THE SLIDER, AND GO BACK TO THE CAPACITOR

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GAMMA MATCH MOUNTING @!i@ Ml04C

Mount the gamma match (GOlP) to the driven element, using the gamma straps (202P, 208P) and
attaching hardware as shown. Attach your 52 ohm coaxial cable to the connector (S42) and dress along boom
and down the mast. The gamma is shown pointing down - this is to let water out.

ADJUSTING THE STANDING WAVE RATIO (SWRl

Refer to Figure 4. The dimensions given are approximate and should be used as a starting point.*
The gamma match has 2 adjustments. First is the capacitor adjust and second is the slider adjust. Connect
a SWR bridge coax between your transmitter and the antenna and check the SWR. If adjustment is required,
loosen the clamp on the gamma match and the screws holding the slider (gamma straps (ZO2P)). Next move
the capacitor adjustment first one direction, then the other until aminimum SWRreading is obtained. If SWR
is not yet satisfactory, move the slider out 2” away from the boom. If the reading has gone up move the slider
back to the original position and then 2” towards the boom. Now readjust the capacitor for minimum SWR.
You shouldnow be able to determine which direction to move the slider. Repeat the aboveproceduremoving
the slider in smaller increments until a satisfactory SWR is obtained. Tighten all hardware. Disconnect the
SWR bridge and reconnect your coaxial cable.

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