MFJ MFJ-1750, MFJ-1752 User Manual

MFJ-1750/1752
Instruction Manual

MFJ-1750/1752

Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing the MFJ-1750/1752. The 1750 is a 5/8
wave antenna designed for operation on 144-148 MHz. The 1752 is
designed to operate on the 220 MHz band.

The MFJ-1750/1752 is shipped partially assembled; you should have
received the following parts:
Item Quan. Desription

A 4 Radials
B 1 Chassis and radiator

assembly
C 1 Chassis cover
D 4 #6-32 x 1/2 screw &

nut
E 4 #6 self tapping screw
F 1 Clamp assembly

Assembly Instructions

1- Refer to Figures 1 and 2. Insert one of the 6-32 x 1/2 screws into
hole 1 and place a 6-32 nut on the screw. The screw should be
installed so that the nut is on the inside.

2- The four remaining screws and nuts can be installed in the same
manner, with one screw through hole 2, one through hole 3, and one
through hole 4.

3- You are now ready to install three of the radials. First posistion
the chassis as shown in Figures 1 and 2. Next insert a radial,
straight end first, into hole A. All radials must be inserted through
the hole from the inside of the chassis. The hooked end can now be
secured with the screw in hole 1.

4- Two more radials can be installed in the same way as the above
process. One radial should be inserted through hole B and secured
using the screw in hole 2. Another can be inserted through hole C and
secured by the screw in hole 3.

5- The remaining radial will emerge from the chassis through the
chassis through hole D located in the cover. To achieve this, loosely

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fasten the screw in hole 4. The hook in the radial shoulb be turned
to match the others. The screw should be tight enough to hold the
radial, but should allow vertical movement, so that the cover might
be properly aligned.

6- Insert the radial through hole D, in the cover. Fasten the cover
to the chassis using the four #6 self tapping screws. Now the screw
in hole 4 should be tightened.

7- The clamp assembly should be assembled as shown in Figure 2.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

This antenna is an electrical conductor contact with power lines

-

can result in

death, or serious injuries.

- Do not install this antenna where there is any possibility of

contact

with power cables or service drop to buildings.

- The antenna supporting mast and/or tower should not be close to

any

power lines during installation or removal in the event the

system

should accidentally fall.

- Follow the guidelines for antenna installation recommended by

the

U.S. consumer product safety commission.

- Keep this antenna out of reach of adults, children, and animals.

Any contact

with this antenna while transmitting will cause severe RF

burns, and

voltages that KILL. The ends of the elements can cause eye

injuries, serious

RF burns or both.

- Keep the antenna away from you to prevent exposure to high

levels of

electromagnetic field radiation. Especially if you are using

more than 20

Watts of RF power.

- Never operate this antenna near RF sensitive medical devices

such as

pacemakers.

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- Be careful while climbing and carrying the antenna. It is heavy

enough to

cause you to lose your balance if it is handled too casually.

Installation Instructions

The MFJ-1750/1752 can be mounted on any 1" to 1-1/2" tubular mast.
The mast may be a conductive (metal) or a non-conductive (pvc)
material.

WARNING:

For optimum performance the antenna should be mounted as high as
possible. However, if the mast itself is located on a high elevation,
such as a hill or mountain, the need for a tall mast will not be as
critical.

To mount the antenna on the mast, insert the mast into the clamp as
shown in figure 2. Make sure that the mast is mounted on the front of
the chassis, as shown in figure 2.

The coax from your radio may now be connected to the antenna. the
connector is an SO-239, so the connection should be fast and easy
using a standard PL-259 connector on you coax.

DO NOT MOUNT THIS ANTENNA NEAR POWER LINES!

Death or serious injury can result.

GROUNDING CONSIDERATIONS

Although this antenna is designed to operate efficiently without
equiring an earth ground, SAFETY GROUNDING must still be provided to
protect equipment, property, and people from the hazards of lighting
strikes and other weather related electrical discharges. The coaxial
cable feeding the antenna should have the shield grounded to
eliminate the risk of any indoor equipment failure and not allow
hazardous voltages to appear indoors and create a shock hazard.

Adequate protection can be accomplished by grounding the shield of
the coax where it enters the building to a good earth ground or
burying the cable in the earth for several feet before it enters the
building. For maximum lightning protection, during threatening
weather conditions, the coaxial cable should be totally disconnected
from the station.

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A less effective method of protecting station equipment is to install
an in-line coaxial lightning arrestor with a heavy duty ground wire
to a suitable earth ground, or a safety switching system as part of
the basic ham station equipment.

MAINTENANCE

Your antenna is constructed of heavy duty non-corrosive materials and
should withstand normal climates for many years. The use of some
type of coaxial connector moisture protection is recommended at the
bottom coax connection and also around the center-feed connections,
especially in coastal areas where salty mist is commonplace.

GE makes a pure silicone grease called
that can be applied SPARINGLY to the threaded area of the female
connector. This compound, or even a clear silicone heat sink
compound, will prevent moisture from entering the connector through
the threads and protect the connectors from corrosion. THIS IS THE
SAME TYPE OF SEALER THAT COMMERCIAL ANTENNA INSTALLERS AND CATV
COMPANIES USE WITH GREAT SUCCESS.

A less desirable, but still adequate sealer is the automobile seam
sealer commonly sold as "coax seal". This is a semi-pliable black
sealing compound.

When installing any "coax seal", NEVER completely cover the barrel of
the coax connector. The sealer should ONLY be placed near the
junction of the threaded part of the chassis connector and the
knurled area of the male connector. This will leave the bottom of the
male outer sleeve open and permit the connector to "breathe" so it
does NOT collect moisture!

"SILICONE DIELECTRIC COMPOUND"

Tuning Instructions

The MFJ-1750 has been preset for low SWR through the 2 meter band,
and the MFJ-1752 has been preset for low SWR through the 220 MHz
band. However, SWR can change from place to place; so some adjustment
might be necessary.

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After installing the antenna, check the SWR. For the MFJ-1750, the
SWR should be lowest at 146 MHz. For the MFJ-1752, the SWR should be
lowest at 223.5 MHz.

If the antenna needs to be adjusted, first remove the cover of the
antenna and loosen the radiator retaining nut (see Figure 2). If the
SWR is lowest on a frequency above the desired operating frequency
lengthen the radiator. If the SWR is lowest on a frequency below the
desired operating frequency, shorten the radiator.

Be careful when tightening the rataining nut on the radiator. If the
retaining nut is to tight, the ceramic insulator may be damaged.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

If you have any problem with this unit first check the appropriate section of this manual. If the manual
does not reference your problem or your problem is not solved by following the manual you may call
MFJ toll-free at 1-800-647-TECH (8324) or FAX to 601-323-6551, or Internet:

[e-mail]. Outside of the continental U.S.A. 601-323-5869. You will be best
served if you have your unit, manual and all information on your station handy so you can answer any
questions the technicians may ask.

You can also send questions to MFJ Enterprises, INC., P.O. Box 494, Mississippi State, MS 39762.
Send a complete description of your problem, an explanation of exactly how you are using your unit
and a complete description of your station

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FULL 12 MONTH WARRANTY

MFJ Enterprises, Inc. warrants to the original owner of this product, if
manufactured by MFJ Enterprises, Inc. and purchased from an authorized
dealer or directly from MFJ Enterprises, Inc. to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of purchase
provided the following terms of this warranty are satisfied.

1.

The purchaser must retain the dated proof-of-purchase (bill of sale,

canceled check, credit card or money order receipt, etc.) describing
the product to establish the validity of the warranty claim and submit
the original or machine reproduction of such proof of purchase to MFJ
Enterprises, Inc. at the time of warranty service. MFJ Enterprises,
Inc. shall have the discretion to deny warranty without dated proof­of-purchase. Any evidence of alteration, erasure, of forgery shall be

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8. Out-of-Warranty Service:

9.

cause to void any and all warranty terms immediately.

MFJ Enterprises, Inc. agrees to repair or replace, at no charge to the

original owner, any defective product under warranty provided the
product is returned postage prepaid to MFJ Enterprises, Inc. with a
personal check, cashiers check, or money order for

$7.00

covering

postage and handling.

MFJ Enterprises, Inc. will supply replacement charges free of charge

for any MFJ product under warranty upon request. A dated proof of
purchase and a

$5.00

personal check, cashiers check, or money order

must be provided to cover postage and handling.

This warranty is

NOT

void for owners who attempt to repair defective

units. Technical consultation is available by calling [phone].

This warranty does not apply to kits sold by or manufactured by MFJ

Enterprises, Inc.

Wired and tested PC board products are covered by this warranty

provided

only the wired and tested PC board product is returned.

Wired
and tested PC boards installed in the owner's cabinet or connected to
switches, jacks, or cables, etc. sent to MFJ Enterprises, Inc. will be
returned at the owner's expense unrepaired.

Under no circumstances is MFJ Enterprises, Inc. liable for

consequential damages to person or property by the use of any MFJ
products.

MFJ Enterprises, Inc. will repair any out-of­warranty product provided the unit is shipped prepaid. All charges
will be shipped COD to the owner.

This warranty is given in lieu of any other warranty expressed or

implied.

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10.

MFJ Enterprises, Inc. reserves the right to make changes or

improvements in design or manufacture without incurring any obligation
to install such changes upon any of the products previously
manufactured.

11.

All MFJ products to be serviced in-warranty or out-of-warranty should

be addressed to

Starkville, Mississippi 39759, USA

MFJ Enterprises, Inc., 300 Industrial Park Road,

and must be accompanied by a letter
describing the problem in detail along with a copy of your dated
proof-of-purchase.

12.

This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other

rights which vary from state to state.

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