MFJ MFJ-917 User Manual

MFJ-917 1:1 SWR Analyzer CURRENT BALUN

1.8-30 MHz

INTRODUCTION

The MFJ-917 is a true 1:1 current balun designed for the measurements of balanced lines using
SWR and Antenna analyzers. It is rated from 1.8 to 30 MHz. It has a SO-239 coax connector
with internal insulation for the maximum life of the product.

INSTALLATION

1. The MFJ-917 is intended for applications protected from the elements – out of the
weather.

2. For use as a balun (1:1) connect the balanced feed line to the posts and the SWR/Antenna
Analyzer coaxial cable to the SO-239 coax connector.

SWR/Antenna

Analyzer

MFJ-

917

Figure 1: MFJ-917 Block Diagram

Balanced

Load

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 proof-of-purchase. Any evidence of alteration, erasure, of forgery
shall be cause to void any and all warranty terms immediately.

2. MFJ Enterprises, Inc. agrees to repair or replace at MFJ's option without charge to the
original owner any defective product provided the product is returned postage prepaid to MFJ
Enterprises, Inc. with a personal check, cashiers check, or money order for $10.00 covering
postage and handling.

3. MFJ Enterprises, Inc. will supply replacement parts free of charge for any MFJ product
under warranty upon request. A dated proof of purchase and a $8.00 personal check, cashiers
check, or money order must be provided to cover postage and handling.

4. This warranty is NOT void for owners who attempt to repair defective units. Technical
consultation is available by calling [phone].

5. This warranty does not apply to kits sold by or manufactured by MFJ Enterprises, Inc.

6. 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.

7. Under no circumstances is MFJ Enterprises, Inc. liable for consequential damages to
person or property by the use of any MFJ products.

8. Out-of-Warranty Service: MFJ Enterprises, Inc. will repair any out-of-warranty product
provided the unit is shipped prepaid. All repaired units will be shipped COD to the owner. Repair
charges will be added to the COD fee unless other arrangements are made.

9. This warranty is given in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied.

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
MFJ Enterprises, Inc., 300 Industrial Park Rd, Starkville, Mississippi 39759, USA and must

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

12. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary
from state to state.