Installation Instructions Bulletin 095007-000
Revision F • July 2006 • Page of 2
Broadband Antennas
DB222 Series
GENERAL INFORMATION
DB222 broadband antennas are lightweight and equipped
DB222 DB222E
with two dipoles for transmit and receive applications. 3 dB Gain 6 dB Gain
ELECTRICAL DESIGN Omni Pattern Offset Pattern
Either an offset or circular (omni) pattern can be achieved,
depending on the direction in which the two dipoles are ar-
ranged. For a circular (omni) pattern, the two dipoles are
staggered on opposite sides of the mast to provide a gain
of 3 dB over a vertical half-wave dipole. For a collinear pat-
tern (offset), the two dipoles are positioned in line to provide
a forward gain of 6 dB, with 3 dB on the sides and -1.5 dB
on the back. The dipoles can be easily changed in the field.
See Figure 1.
LIGHTNING PROTECTION
The radiators operate at dc ground, and the aluminum mast,
with its pointed cap, provides a low resistance discharge path
to the tower or ground system.
BANDWIDTH
The bandwidth permits the antenna to perform efficiently on
both transmit and receive frequencies. Through the use of
a suitable duplexer, a single DB222 and transmission line
can be used for simultaneous transmission and reception
when used in DUPLEX or MOBILE REPEATER operations.
This arrangement avoids the differing coverage patterns that
occur when one antenna is mounted on top of another on
the side of a tower, and it gives maximum gain for transmit
and receive.
MOUNTING
The DB222 is mounted using DB365-OS mounting clamps,
which are included. The DB365-OS mounting clamps are
designed for top mounting to the tower. For side mounting, the
DB5001 mounting hardware must be ordered separately.
Figure 1. Dipole Arrangement for Achieving Pattern Shaping.
(continued on page 2)
NOTICE
The installation, maintenance, or removal of an antenna
requires qualified, experienced personnel. Andrew
installation instructions are written for such installation
personnel. Antenna systems should be inspected once Do not install near power lines. Do not install on a wet or Wear shoes with rubber soles
a year by qualified personnel to verify proper installation, Power lines, telephone lines, windy day or when and heels. Wear protective
and guy wires look the same. lightning or thunder is clothing including a
maintenance, and condition of equipment. Assume any wire or line can in the area. Do not use long-sleeved shirt and rubber
electrocute you. metal ladder. gloves.
Andrew disclaims any liability or responsibility for the results
of improper or unsafe installation practices.
Installation Training Available at Andrew Institute
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MECHANICAL DATA
.1. After removing the antenna from the shipping box, in- Maximum Exposed Area............................................. 1.6 ft²
spect it to be sure all parts are included and there is no Wind Load (at 100 m.p.h.)............................................64 lbf
physical damage.
Bending Moment (at top clamp)...........................290 ft. lbs.
2. Inspect the antenna feed assembly output connector
to determine that it mates with the end of your station Net Weight (with mounting clamps)............................12 lbs.
transmission line. Do not remove any connector or cable Shipping Weight.........................................................16 lbs.
from the antenna feed assembly as they are all part of VSWR (at 50 ohms)................................................... <1.5:1
your antenna.
Rated Power Input...................................................... 500 W
3. Verify that the frequency to which the antenna has been
tuned is the frequency on which your radio system is to Duraluminum Mast: 6061-T6 Aluminum 1-3/4” OD with
operate. bottom wall thickness of 0.12 inches and top wall thickness
of 0.062 inches. Total length is 10 feet, 8 inches.
4. Attach the furnished DB365-OS mounting clamps to
the bottom of the antenna mast at the designated loca- Mounting: Complete with clamps that will fit round or angle
tions. members up to 3-1/2 inches.
5. Mount the antenna on the tower with the bottom dipole Standard Termination: Captive Type-N male attached to
above and facing away from the tower. end of flexible lead.
6. A check of the VSWR as measured at the antenna is SIDE MOUNTING
recommended at this point. Note this measurement for When antennas are side-mounted, their normal horizontal
future reference. patterns are distorted. Often this distortion can be used to
7. After checking the VSWR at the antenna, connect the an advantage, but only if the pattern shape is known. Table
station transmission line to the antenna. Make con- 1 lists the approximate gains of the DB222 and DB222E
nections snug but do not apply heavy force with pliers. antennas when they are side-mounted on triangular towers
Carefully wrap the connection with VAPOR-WRAP® (part that measure 18 to 24 inches between legs.
number 11317 or 11316.) Work the compound into all The DB5001 side mount kit is required for side mounting.
cracks and smooth over outer jackets to avoid moisture Note that the side mount arm should extend from the tower
problems. Failure to waterproof the cable connection at zero degrees azimuth.
may result in improper operation of your antenna.
8. To avoid physical damage to the cable, secure the feeder Azimuth
Antenna
cable and the antenna transmission line to the tower in 0° 90° 180° 270°
the best possible position DB222 4.0 dB 5.5 dB –3.0 dB 5.5 dB
9. After the antenna and transmission line installation has DB222E
been completed, a careful visual check should be made Elements facing 6.3 dB 4.5 dB –7.0 dB 4.5 dB
to ensure that: away from tower
• All mechanical connections are secure. DB222E
• The antenna is mounted on the proper leg of the tower Elements facing 3.0 dB 5.0 dB –1.0 dB 5.0 dB
with sufficient physical clearance. toward tower
• All connections have been carefully wrapped with Table 1. Approximate Side Mounting Gains.
VAPOR-WRAP to prevent moisture problems.
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