DX Engineering DXE-ARAV-R Manual de usuario

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Active Receive Antenna

3-Piece ARAV Antenna Retrofit Kit

3-Piece ARAV Antenna

DXE-ARAV-R ARAV Antenna Retrofit Kit

DXE-ARAV-A ARAV Antenna Kit

DXE-ARAV-AR-INS Revision 0

1200 Southeast Ave. - Tallmadge, OH 44278 USA

Phone: (800) 777-0703 ∙ Tech Support and International: (330) 572-3200

Fax: (330) 572-3279 ∙ E-mail: [email protected]

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Introduction

This kit allows the users of older ARAV (AVA-2) units with the 102 inch whip antenna to upgrade

to the newer three-piece aluminum antenna. The older version active antennas used a one-piece 102

inch whip antenna that is not easy transport for remote operating or cost effective to ship because of

the length. This new design ARAV antenna can be shipped at lower expense and also small enough

to easily pack for DXpeditions or portable operations.

There are two kits available. One is for a complete retrofit to an older model ARAV Active Receive

Antenna, the second kit available is for a replacement antenna for the newer model ARAV Active

Receive Antenna.

Part Number

Product Name

Description

DXE-ARAV-R

ARAV Retrofit Kit

Complete retrofit kit for older ARAV units

DXE-ARAV-A

ARAV Antenna Kit

Replacement antenna kit for current model ARAV units

Features

Compact − Three piece aluminum element has low visual and environmental impact

Ideal for portable use

Easy to transport

Long Life − Strong antenna grade aluminum elements with high quality stainless steel

mounting hardware

WARNING!

INSTALLATION OF ANY ANTENNA NEAR POWER LINES IS DANGEROUS

Warning:Do not locate the antenna near overhead power lines or other electric light or power

circuits, or where it can come into contact with such circuits. When installing the antenna, take

extreme care not to come into contact with such circuits, because they may cause serious injury or

death.

Manual Updates

Every effort is made to supply the latest manual revision with each product. Occasionally a manual

will be updated between the time your DX Engineering product is shipped and when you receive it.

Please check the DX Engineering web site (www.DXEngineering.com) for the latest revision

manual.

Basic Tools Required

1/4”, 3/8”, 5/16", 7/16", 1/2" wrenches or nut drivers, and a 5/8" wrench

# 2 Phillips Head Screw Driver

7/64” and 3/32” Allen Wrenches - Included in the kits -

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Part Lists

Both DXE-ARAV-R Retrofit Kit and DXE-ARAV-A Antenna Kit contain the following parts:

Qty

ARAV4-Antenna & Hardware

Drawing

Ref #

7/64" Allen Wrench

3/32" Allen Wrench

Tube, Aluminum, 0.500" x .058" Wall x 36" L

Tube, Aluminum, 0.375" x .058" Wall x 36" L

Tube, Aluminum, 0.250" x .035" Wall x 36" L

10-24 x 1-1/2" L Hex Head Bolt, Stainless Steel

#10 SS Flat Washer (thick), Stainless Steel

10-24 Hex Nut, Stainless Steel

10-24 Nyloc Hex Nut, Stainless Steel

#10 External Tooth Washer, Stainless Steel

Aluminum Spacer, 5/16” OD, 0.192" ID, 11/32" L

6-32 x 3/4" Socket Head Cap Screw, Stainless Steel

#6 Flat Washer, Stainless Steel

6-32 Nyloc Hex Nut, 18-8 Stainless Steel

4-40 x 1/2" Socket Head Cap Screw, Stainless Steel

#4 Flat Washer, Stainless Steel

4-40 Nyloc Nut, Stainless Steel

Vinyl End Cap, 0.228" ID size

The DXE-ARAV-R Retrofit kit also contains the following parts:

Qty

Stainless V-Clamp for 1/2" to 3/4" pipe

U-Bolt .75" Stainless Steel

Saddle Clamp, 1/2" thru 3/4”

1/4-20 Hardware Pack, Stainless Steel

Qty

Plate and Hardware for ARAV4

Drawing

Ref #

Vertical Mounting Plate

10-24 Hex Nut, Stainless Steel

10-24 x 5/8" L, Hex Head Bolt, Stainless Steel

#10 SS Flat Washer, Stainless Steel

#10 SS Split Washer, Stainless Steel

Wire Assembly, 7"- 14 ga, w/ #10 Ring & #10 Spade

Assembly

The assembly described is for retrofitting a single older model ARAV unit.

NOTE: Use JTL-12502 - Jet-Lube™SS-30 on the joints between the antenna elements and on all

stainless steel hardware threads to prevent galling and to ensure proper torque.

Remove the AVA-2 from the existing black mounting plate by removing the wires connecting to the

wing nuts and the mounting hardware as shown on the next page. The old hardware, black plate,

brass antenna mount and U-Bolts with saddles will not be re-used. This retrofit kit supplies a new

black plate with new holes drilled for the new antenna and new hardware and connection wires to

ensure the assembly goes easily.

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Remove the AVA from the existing black mounting plate

Orient the new black mounting plate with the antenna mounting holes close to the top, as shown

below. Mount the AVA-2 matching unit with the ANT + terminal toward the top and the F-

Connector toward the bottom. Use the 5/8" hex head bolts, flat washer under each bolt, flat and split

washer under each hex nut.

Loosely install the two new

stainless steel U-Clamps on

the black mounting plate

using the U-Bolt, V-Clamp,

flat washers, split washers

and hex nuts as shown.

The following shows a complete drawing with the newer style antenna and details installation.

When replacing and existing newer style antenna, use this diagram to identify where the parts are

installed.

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NOTE: Use JTL-12502 - Jet-Lube™SS-30 on the joints between the antenna elements and on all

stainless steel hardware threads to prevent galling and to ensure proper torque.

Antenna and Antenna Mounting Parts List

Item

Description

QTY

Item

Description

QTY

Mounting Plate

#6-32 x 3/4” Socket Head Cap Screw

1/2” Tube, Drilled

#6 Flat Washer

3/8” Tube, Drilled

#6-32 Nylon Lock Nut

1/4” Tube, Drilled

#4-40 x 1/2” Socket Head Cap Screw

#10-24 x 1-1/2” Hex Head Cap Screw

#4 Flat Washer

#10 Flat Washer

#4-40 Nylon Lock Nut

#10-24 Hex Nut

1/4” Vinyl Cap

#10-24 Nylon Lock Nut

REF

#10 Terminal with Wire (Ref. Item)

#10 External Tooth Washer

7/64” Allen Hex Wrench

5/16” Aluminum Spacer, 11/32” long

3/32” Allen Hex Wrench

NOTE: This parts

list and drawing

does not include all

of the parts that are

included in the

retrofit kit.

The parts list

(above) and

drawing (shown to

the right) only

show the parts for

the antenna and

antenna mounting.

Other parts, not in

this kit, include the

ARAV unit and

ground clamp and

are described in the

assembly of the

ARAV4 in its own

manual.

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Bottom Antenna Element Assembly

Refer to the drawing shown below and on page 6 for the antenna assembly.

Install 2 hex head bolts (#10-24 x 1-1/2” long) in the mounting plate using flat washers and hex nuts

as shown below, tighten in place.

Place a flat washer and a spacer on each of the hex

head bolts. The bottom antenna element has larger

holes on one side, these larger holes face the

spacers. The bottom antenna element is installed so

the spacers are inside of the element.

On the bottom hex head bolt, install an external tooth

washer, one of the wires with a ring terminal,

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followed by a flat washer, split washer and a hex nut as shown. Note the direction of the wire in the

photo. On the top hex head bolt, install a flat washer, split washer and a hex nut. Tighten in place.

The other end of the wire has a fork lug, is connected to the ANT+

on the AVA2 as shown below between the two flat washers. Tighten

in place.

Installing the upper two Antenna Elements

The upper two elements are installed to the antenna element that is in

place on the black mounting plate. 3/8” element fits inside the 1/2”

element mounted to the black mounting plate. Use the #6 hardware

and the included Allen wrench to secure this element in place. Note:

The head of the socket head cap screws will fit inside of the

larger hole and make contact with the element that was inserted.

The upper 1/4” element fits inside the 3/8” element, Use the #4

hardware and the included Allen wrench to secure the upper element

in place. Install the black vinyl cap in place on the top element.

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Technical Support

If you have questions about this product, or if you experience difficulties during the installation,

contact DX Engineering at (330) 572-3200. You can also e-mail us at:

[email protected]

For the best service, please take a few minutes to review this manual before you call.

Warranty

All products manufactured by DX Engineering are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from

date of shipment. DX Engineering’s sole obligation under these warranties shall be to issue credit, repair or replace any item or part thereof which is

proved to be other than as warranted; no allowance shall be made for any labor charges of Buyer for replacement of parts, adjustment or repairs, or

any other work, unless such charges are authorized in advance by DX Engineering. If DX Engineering’s products are claimed to be defective in

material or workmanship, DX Engineering shall, upon prompt notice thereof, issue shipping instructions for return to DX Engineering (transportation-

charges prepaid by Buyer). Every such claim for breach of these warranties shall be deemed to be waived by Buyer unless made in writing. The above

warranties shall not extend to any products or parts thereof which have been subjected to any misuse or neglect, damaged by accident, rendered

defective by reason of improper installation, damaged from severe weather including floods, or abnormal environmental conditions such as prolonged

exposure to corrosives or power surges, or by the performance of repairs or alterations outside of our plant, and shall not apply to any goods or parts

thereof furnished by Buyer or acquired from others at Buyer’s specifications. In addition, DX Engineering’s warranties do not extend to other

equipment and parts manufactured by others except to the extent of the original manufacturer’s warranty to DX Engineering. The obligations under

the foregoing warranties are limited to the precise terms thereof. These warranties provide exclusive remedies, expressly in lieu of all other remedies

including claims for special or consequential damages. SELLER NEITHER MAKES NOR ASSUMES ANY OTHER WARRANTY

WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, STATUTORY, OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND

FITNESS, AND NO PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR DX ENGINEERING ANY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY NOT STRICTLY

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