Diamond X50A User Manual

Description

1. High performance C-Load
structures.

2. Direct element joint structure with
two interconnected FRP outer­shells. Enables the antenna to
maintain the same strength as one
with one piece structure. The ring
gasket makes the antenna water­proof, and therefore maintains
performance even in rainy weather.
When required, the antenna can be
easily assembled or disassembled
by adjusting the joint bracket
accordingly.

3. Professional quality maximum
wind resistance is achieved by the
rugged structure. Superior water­proofing eliminates unstable
VSWR that might otherwise
happen in climatic weather. This
antenna may also be used in seaside
or contaminated air environments
as it is rust and corrosion free.

4. Both of the bands, 2m and 70cm,
can be operated simultaneously by
using optional antenna duplexer.

5. DC ground structure, which
escapes high voltage caused by
lightning, protects your radio and
equipment.

Adjustment

All X-Series antennas are completely
adjustment free. If VSWR of an anten­na is extraordinarily high, see if each
connecting part is well contacted. It is
most likely due to bad contact in the
coaxial cable and/or connector connec­tion, or soldering problem. Be sure to
use 50ohm coaxial cable to feed the
antenna.

Specifications

FREQUENCY: 144-148 MHz

435-450 MHz

GAIN: 4.5 dB

7.2 dB
POWER: 200 Watts
IMPEDANCE: 50 Ohms
VSWR: less than 1.5:1
MAX WIND

RESISTANCE: 60m/sec (135 MPH)
MAST DIAMETER

ACCEPTED: 30-62mm

(1-1/5” to 2-2/5”)
LENGTH: 1.7m (67”)
WEIGHT: 0.9 kg (2.3 lbs.)
CONNECTOR: UHF Female
WARRANTY: 1 Year against

defects in material

or workmanship.

VSWR Charts

Assembly

1. Attach three radial elements to the
feedpoint section, which is a one piece
structure with FRP element outer shell.

2. Fix two mast brackets to support
pipe. Then connect coaxial cable to the
feedpoint section through support
pipe. Fix support pipe to the feedpoint
section with a lock screw by aligning
the holes at the bottom of the section
and top of the pipe.

3. Attach assem­bled antenna to a
mast by taking
whole balance into
account and fix it
firmly as shown in
Fig. C.

X50A

2m/70cm Dual Band High Performance Gain Base Station Antenna

DIAMOND ANTENNA Products are distributed by RF PARTS COMPANY

435 S. Pacific Street • San Marcos, CA 92078 • [phone]

www.diamondantenna.net

Radial Element

Radial Element

Lock Nut

Feedpoint Section

Fig. A

Lock
Washer

Align the
holes and fix

Feedpoint section

Support Pipe

Mast
Brackets

Fig. B

Mast

Fig. C

For Your Safety

Please read the following safety precautions
before antenna assembly.

• Assemble the antenna on the ground or wide and
flat place such as on balcony before installation.

• Do not assemble or install the antenna on a place
where you can not have enough distance from
any electric power lines.

• Do not install the antenna on a rainy or windy day.

• Do not attempt to install the antenna only by yourself.
Installing the antenna alone on the roof may lead you to a
dangerous accident. Always ask your friends or a profes­sional for help installing the antenna.

• Do not use iron or aluminum ladder at a reachable
distance from any electric power lines.

• Do not install the antenna on a mast which is not
grounded properly.

• Do not have your family members or friends touch or
come close to the antenna, unless they have realized its
potential danger.

TO AVOID FATALACCIDENT

• Do not attempt to sustain the antenna, or any part of
support structure if it begins to fall down. Let it fall by itself.

• Do not attempt to remove or restore the antenna or any
part of support structure if it touches an electric power
line. Let it be as it is, do not touch it, and call your local
electric power company immediately.

IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT

• Do not touch a person or an animal who is or seems to be
in contact with the antenna or any support structure which
is fallen on a live electric power line. Touching one may
lead you to be electrocuted.

• Do not attempt to separate a person or an animal who is
or seems to be in contact with the antenna or any support
structure which is fallen on a live electric power line by
yourself. Call or have someone call a police officer,
ambulance, or doctor immediately.

Antenna Installation Precautions

To determine antenna installation location, there are
several factors to be taken into account. First thing is anten­na propagation direction to specific target stations. As to
whether there are any obstacles such as tall
buildings on the line of sight. Next is specific installation
location. As to whether specific location is adequate in
terms of antenna support and surrounding safety.

• Do not attempt to install the antenna by yourself if you do

not have any experience in installing base station anten­na. Ask your experienced friends or a professional for
help.

• Do not attempt to install the antenna at a location where

it does not have enough distance from nearby electric
power lines. It is advised to install the antenna at least
twice of total antenna height from nearby electric
power lines.

• Do not install the antenna on any type of tower, pole or

telescopic mast which exceeds 30 feet high, if you do not
have enough experience in installing the antenna on that
kind of location. Ask your experienced friends or a pro­fessional for help.

• Do not use more than 1/10’ section if you install the

antenna on iron plumber’s pipe. Attach guy wire if multi­ple pipes are used to install the antenna.