Assembling the Antenna

Start by unfolding the VHF elements on the back assembly until the elements are perpendicular to the boom (Figure 1). You should hear the elements click into place.

Before

After

VHF Elements

Boom	Boom
	Figure 1

Unfold the six UHF elements on the front assembly until they are perpendicular to the boom. See Figure 2. You should hear the pieces click into place. Pull the two phasing lines away from the boom.

Before	Fold out Elements		After	Unfolded
				Elements
Boom		Figure 2	Boom	Phasing
				Lines

On the back assembly, remove the nut and screw from the plastic block nearest to the open end of the boom and to the mast clamp (Figure 3).

Screw

Removal

Open EndSite

of Boom

Figure 3