Specifications

MICOM-3TS-RDP Owner’s Guide
6
Installation
General
This section describes the procedures for setting up the MICOM-3TS-RDP. These procedures can be
performed by the system operator under field conditions, with no prior experience.
The radio should be set up and configured in accordance with the instructions in the “Owner’s
Guide, MICOM-3F/3T/3R HF-SSB Transceivers”, Publication 6886867J01A.
Locate the MICOM-3TS-RDP in a convenient location, at a safe distance from strong electrical fields
produced by electric brush motors, generators, power lines, etc.
Unpack the following items from the RDP suitcase: antenna, coaxial (RF) cable, power cable (DC
and/or AC) and microphone, all stored inside the suitcase cover.
Warning
Verify that the ON/OFF and volume control on the radio control panel is
in the OFF position before beginning the installation.
Antenna Installation
Depending on the option ordered with your MICOM-3TS-RDP (G580 or G581), in order to
communicate you will have to set up a long-wire or broadband antenna.
Broadband Antenna Installation
The antenna supplied with the MICOM-3TS-RDP Option G581 is an end-fed portable, broadband
HF antenna which can be used in temporary applications, or as a permanently installed base station
antenna. The antenna includes:
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One SWQ-100-M antenna
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One stainless steel earth stake
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One 5m (17 ft) length of coaxial cable fitted with connectors
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One 15m (50 ft) length of throw cord with throwing weight
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One 5m (17 ft) length of tensioning cord
When rewinding the antenna onto the spool, take care not to wind it too tightly, and do not allow the
cable to become kinked.
When using this antenna, no tuner in necessary: and the antenna is connected directly to the
ANTENNA connector on the connector panel, in the suitcase body.
Verify that the tuner option of the MICOM-3 radio is turned off: select TUNER=NO on
MENU>MORE>PROG>RADIO>OPTS>ACC screen.
Selecting a Location
The location selected for antenna erection should preferably be a clear area with a large tree or other
tall support such as a pole or building in the center. If possible, avoid areas with large numbers of
trees around the antenna, as this will reduce the antenna performance. Selecting the highest location