Basic tutorial for operating HF mobile.

1. HF Mobile Installation and Operation

7. Yaesu offers many models for mobile operating

8. ICOM has its IC-706 and IC-703 (QRP) models

9. ICOM IC-7000 has large display and a separate control head.

10. Kenwood’s TS-480 is available in a 200 watt version

11. Alinco DX-70 TH HF+6m All Modes

22. High Sierra motorized antennas

23. Lil Tar heel motorized antenna

24. The Yaesu ATAS-100 Active Tuning Antenna System provides HF/VHF/UHF coverage with automatic motorized tuning. Utilizing control signals from the transceivers microprocessor received via the coaxial cable, the ATAS-100's internal motor adjusts the radiator length for best SWR.

28. Large coil and center loading make the Bugcatcher an excellent performer. This unit is shown with a capacitance hat.

33. Interior view of YAESU FC-40 CPU controlled remote tuner for FT-897 & FT-857 radios

34. ICOM AH-4 CPU controlled auto-tuner for use with many ICOM radios

35. ALINCO EDX-2 for USE exclusively with ALINCO DX-70T, DX-70TH, DX-77EQ, DX--77T, DX-701 and DX-707

36. SGC makes an entire line of reliable CPU controlled auto-tuners that will match almost any radiator with any radio.

37. SGC’s QMS system is rugged, mounts on any vehicle and includes the CPU tuner and loaded whip antenna.

39. Good results can be had with mono band antennas. These “sticks” can be easily mounted and are lower profile .

41. Custom Heavy Duty Mount

42. Notice the heavy braided ground strap added to this custom mount ensuring a good bond to frame.

43. Copper strap used to make a good bond. The paint was scraped away and an antioxidant paste applied at the points of contact.

44. Custom Heavy Duty Mount

45. Don’t Be Afraid To Drill A Hole

46. Mounting Alternatives

47. Mounting Alternatives

50. An Example Of Bonding Copper braid bonding the door to the door jamb. Connectors are crimped and soldered and held with screws and star washers.

52. Both leads should be fused at the battery to prevent fire.

53. Battery post extensions make accessory cable connections neat and safe.

56. Grommets and conduit protect wires. Cable ties keep things neat.

57. A neat and professional installation protects wires from damage and prevents anyone from tripping as they enter or exit the vehicle.

63. Pedestal mounts work well in pick up trucks…

64. …or SUVs

65. An aftermarket visor shelf makes a convenient and safe mount for this ICOM IC-706 control head.

66. Gooseneck allows control head to be adjusted.

67. Control head of this YAESU FT-100 is mounted safely and securely and allows the driver to view it at a glance.

68. YAESU FT-857 control head mounted on gooseneck and radio mounted under passenger seat. A neat and secure installation.

73. Publications ARRL Handbook http://www.arrl.org/catalog/?item=9280

74. Publications ARRL Antenna Book http://www.arrl.org/catalog/?item=9043