Direction Finding Operation.

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(4) Strip any insulation from loose end of longwire

antenna. Connect loose end of longwire antenna to receiver's

ANT 1 or ANT 2 connector using appropriate adapter.

(5) Horizontal longwire antennas are directional and

usually work poorly when set up in line with the direction of

transmission. Change antenna position during operation if

necessary. The appropriate df antenna, hand held, may be used

to roughly find the best position for the longwire antenna. Figure

2-5 illustrates the relationship between the position of the

antenna and the incoming radio signal direction. If possible, align

the longwire antenna perpendicular to the incoming radio signal.

(6) Figure 2-6 shows a typical field installation with

both longwire and whip antennas.

b. Direction Finding Operation.

Remove the antenna

pedestal from its carrying case and follow the instructions below

(1) Swing tripod assembly legs out as far as they will

go. Place tripod on firm level ground.

(2) Loosen upper tripod leg chucks. Extend tripod

legs to roughly level tripod. Tighten chucks. Final leveling will be

done later.

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