Adjust the tension on all the elements until the mast is
plumb.
The elements need not be excessively taut (3 to 5
pounds of tension is sufficient).
Figure 14.
Erecting NVIS antenna.
(b) Dipole antenna installation.
(See Figure 15.)
To erect a
dipole antenna (AN/GRA-50), proceed as follows:
Connect the antenna wire terminal hooks to thumb nuts on
the opposite ends of the insulator.
Temporarily
fasten
the
insulator
to
one
of
the
desired
supports.
Temporarily fasten the free end of the tape measure to the
center of the insulator.
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