Chameleon Antenna Tactical Dipole LITE User manual

Tactical Dipole LITE
(CHA TD LITE)
Operator’s Manual
Nevada - USA
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Table of Contents
Introduction ..............................................................................................................................................3
HF Propagation .........................................................................................................................................3
Parts of the Antenna.................................................................................................................................4
Antenna Configurations............................................................................................................................6
Sloping “V”............................................................................................................................................7
Horizontal Dipole ..................................................................................................................................8
Sloping Wire..........................................................................................................................................9
Inverted “L”.........................................................................................................................................10
Horizontal NVIS...................................................................................................................................12
Recovery Procedure................................................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................13
Specifications ..........................................................................................................................................13
Accessories..............................................................................................................................................17
Chameleon AntennaTM Products............................................................................................................17
References ..............................................................................................................................................18
Be aware of overhead power lines when you are deploying the CHA TD LITE. You could be electrocuted if
the antenna gets near or contacts overhead power lines.
All information on this product and the product itself is the property of and is proprietary to Chameleon
AntennaTM. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing and using the Chameleon AntennaTM Tactical Dipole LITE (CHA TD LITE) antenna. The
CHA TD LITE is a broadband High Frequency (HF) antenna specially designed for short to long range portable and
man-pack HF communication where rapid deployment and simplicity of operation are essential, but compactness
is primary. The antenna will operate from 1.8 - 54 MHz without any adjustment with a wide range antenna tuner.
The CHA TD LITE is ideal for military, government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), Military
Affiliate Radio System (MARS), Civil Air Patrol (CAP), Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) / Radio Amateur
Civil Emergency Service (RACES), Salvation Army Team Emergency Radio Network (SATERN), and amateur radio
operators (hams) involved in field communication and disaster preparedness. The CHA TD LITE is configurable to
facilitate Near-Vertical Incident Sky wave (NVIS) communication and its broadband design supports Automatic Link
Establishment (ALE), frequency-hopping, and spread-spectrum modes when used with a wide range antenna tuner
or coupler. The CHA TD LITE can be deployed by the operator in the field in less than 15 minutes, using almost any
available support, with no masts or guying required. Antennas built by Chameleon AntennaTM are versatile,
dependable, stealthy, and built to last. Please read this operator’s manual so that you may maximize the utility
you obtain from your CHA TD LITE.
HF Propagation
HF radio provides relatively inexpensive and reliable local, regional, national, and international voice and data
communication capability. It is especially suitable for undeveloped areas where normal telecommunications are
not available, too costly or scarce, or where the commercial telecommunications infrastructure has been damaged
by a natural disaster or military conflict.
Although HF radio is a reasonably reliable method of communication, HF radio waves propagate through a
complex and constantly changing environment and are affected by weather, terrain, latitude, time of day, season,
and the 11-year solar cycle. A detailed explanation of the theory of HF radio wave propagation is beyond the
scope of this operator’s manual, but an understanding of the basic principles will help the operator decide what
frequency and which of the CHA TD LITE’s configurations will support their communication requirements.
HF radio waves propagate from the transmitting antenna to the receiving antenna using two methods: ground
waves and sky waves.
Ground waves are composed of direct waves and
surface waves. Direct waves travel directly from the
transmitting antenna to the receiving antenna when
they are within the radio line-of-sight. Typically, this
distance is 8 to 14 miles for field stations. Surface
waves follow the curvature of the Earth beyond the
radio horizon. They are usable, during the day and
under optimal conditions, up to around 90 miles, see
table (1). Low power, horizontal antenna
polarization, rugged or urban terrain, dense foliage,
or dry soil conditions can reduce the range very
significantly. The U.S. Army found that in the dense
jungles of Vietnam, the range for ground waves was
sometimes less than one mile.
Frequency
Distance
Frequency
Distance
2 MHz
88 miles
14 MHz
33 miles
4 MHz
62 miles
18MHz
29 miles
7 MHz
47 miles
24 MHz
25 miles
10 MHz
39 miles
30 MHz
23 miles
Table 1. Maximum Surface Wave Range by Frequency.
Sky waves are the primary method of HF radio wave propagation. HF radio waves on a frequency below the critical
frequency (found by an ionosonde) are reflected off one of the layers of the ionosphere and back to Earth between
300 and 2,500 miles, depending upon the frequency and ionospheric conditions. HF radio waves can then be

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reflected from the Earth to the ionosphere again during multihop propagation for longer range communication.
The most important thing for the operator to understand about HF radio wave propagation is the concept of
Maximum Usable Frequency (MUF), Lowest Usable Frequency (LUF), and Optimal Working Frequency (OWF). The
MUF is the frequency for which successful communications between two points is predicted on 50% of the days of
in a month. The LUF is the frequency below which successful communications are lost due to ionospheric loses.
The OWF, which is somewhere between the LUF and around 80% of the MUF, is the range of frequencies which
can be used for reliable communication. If the LUF is above the MUF, HF sky wave propagation is unlikely to occur.
The HF part of the Radio Frequency (RF) spectrum is usually filled with communications activity and an
experienced operator can often determine where the MUF is, and with less certainty, the LUF by listening to where
activity ends. The operator can then pick a frequency in the OWF and attempt to establish contact. Another
method is using HF propagation prediction software, such as the Voice of America Coverage Analysis Program
(VOACAP), which is available at no cost to download or use online at www.voacap.com.The operator enters the
location of the two stations and the program show a wheel with the predicted percentage of success based on
frequency and time. ALE, which is the standard for interoperable HF communications, is an automated method of
finding a frequency in the OWF and establishing and maintaining a communications link.
Even under optimal conditions, there is a gap between where ground waves end (around 40 to 90 miles) and the
sky wave returns to Earth on the first hop (around 300 miles). NVIS propagation can be used to fill this gap. The
frequency selected must be below the critical frequency, so NVIS is can normally only be used on frequencies from
around 2 to 10 MHz. Frequencies of 2 –4 MHz are typical at night and 4 –8 MHz during the day.
Parts of the Antenna
The CHA TD LITE is comprised of the following components, see plate (1):
a. Matching Transformer, EMCOMM II
The EMCOMM II Matching Transformer, see plate (2), provides impedance matching for the CHA TD LITE.
b. Antenna Wire
The Antenna Wires are two 60 foot lengths of black insulated wire, wrapped around Line Winders (e).
c. Isolation loop
Two Isolation loops, one at each end, are permanently attached to the Antenna Wires (b).
d. Carabiner
The Carabiners are removable pear-shaped stainless steel hooks with a spring-loaded gate.
e. Line Winder
The Line Winders are used to store the Antenna Wires (b). They enable rapid deployment and recovery of the
CHA TD LITE.
f. Stakes (not supplied)
Two tent stakes (not pictured, not supplied) are used to anchor the ends of the CHA TD LITE to the ground,
depending upon the antenna configuration.

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Plate 1. Tactical Dipole LITE Components.
g. UHF Socket
The UHF Socket, SO-239, is located on the bottom of the Matching Transformer (a), see plate (2).
h. Top Transformer Connection
The Top Transformer Connection is located on the top of the Matching Transformer (a), see plate (2).
i. Bottom Transformer Connection
The Bottom Transformer Connection is located on the bottom of the Matching Transformer (a), see plate (2).
j. Transformer Eyebolt
The Transformer Eyebolt is located on the top of the Matching Transformer (a), see plate (2).
k. Wire Connector
The Wire Connectors are located at one end of the Antenna Wires (b).

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Plate 2. Matching Transformer, Side View (top), Bottom View (left) and Top View (right).
Antenna Configurations
Using the supplied components, the CHA TD LITE can be deployed into a number of configurations. Five
configurations, see table (2), are described in this manual, each with unique performance characteristics. The
table can assist the operator to quickly select the most appropriate antenna configuration to meet their
operational requirements.
Configuration
Ground
Short
Medium
Long
Directionality
Deployment
Sloping “V”
↕
↑
Bidirectional
Deliberate
Horizontal Dipole
↓
↕
↑
Bidirectional
Deliberate
Sloping Wire
↓
↕
Omnidirectional
Hasty
Inverted “L”
↓
↓
Unidirectional
Hasty
Horizontal NVIS
↓
↑
Omnidirectional
Hasty
Table 2. Antenna Configuration Selection.
To use the table, decide which distance column (Ground = 0 to 90 miles, Short = 0 - 300 miles, Medium = 300 –
1500 miles, Long > 1500 miles) best matches the distance to the station with whom you need to communicate.
Then, determine if the OWF is in the lower (↓ = 1.8 – 10 MHz) or upper (↑ = 10 – 30 MHz) frequency range.
Finally, select the CHA TD LITE configuration with the corresponding symbol in the appropriate distance column.
All CHA TD LITE configurations provide some capability in each distance category, so depending upon the
complexity of your communications network, you may need to select the best overall configuration. The
directionality column indicates the directionality characteristic of the antenna configuration. When using NVIS, all
the configurations are omnidirectional. “Hasty” and “Deliberate” in the deployment column indicate the relative

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complexity of site selection and setup. Most configuration and frequency combinations will require a wide range
antenna tuner or coupler.
Sloping “V”
The CHA TD LITE Sloping “V” configuration, see figure (1), is a broadband medium to long range HF antenna. It
provides good medium range sky wave propagation on all frequencies and long range sky wave propagation above
16 MHz. This configuration tends to be bidirectional towards the opening and apex of the “V”.It requires only a
single support and can be mounted at heights from 3 to 40 feet, with around 25 feet providing good overall results.
Figure 1. Sloping V Antenna Configuration.
An opening angle of 90° will provide good overall performance, but angles from 180° to 60° can be used to fit the
antenna to the site or to improve performance. Larger opening angles increase performance on lower frequencies
and smaller angles on higher frequencies. At 180°, the antenna becomes an Inverted “V” antenna. The antenna
may also be mounted horizontally using three 10 foot tall supports.
Site Selection and Preparation.
1. Select a site to deploy the CHA TD LITE Sloping
“V”configuration, see figure (1). The best site
should have a tree or other support that would
enable the Matching Transformer to be at a
height of around 25 to 40 feet. If a tall support
is unavailable, any convenient object, such as a
fence post or the top of a vehicle, may be used
as a field expedient support with reduced
performance.
3. If not already attached, connect a Carabiner (d)
to the Wire Connector (k) ends of the Antenna
Wires.
Connect the Matching Transformer. Refer to figure
(2) for steps (4) –(9).
4. Connect the Carabiner from the Wire Connector
end of an Antenna Wire to the Transformer
Eyebolt (j).
Figure 2. Matching Transformer Electrical and
Mechanical Connections.
5. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Bottom Transformer Connection (i).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight.

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6. Connect the Carabiner from the Wire Connector
end of the other Antenna Wire to the Carabiner
from step (4).
7. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Top Transformer Connection (h).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight.
8. Using a Bowline or similar knot, tie one end of a
long length (around 50 feet) of Paracord to the
Carabiner from step (6).
9. Connect the UHF Plug from the Coaxial Cable to
the UHF Socket (g) on the Matching
Transformer.
Raise the antenna.
10. Using a throw weight or some other method,
loop the long length of Paracord over the
support.
11. Raise the antenna to the desired height and
secure the Paracord to the support with a
Round Turn and two Half Hitches, or similar
knot.
Extend the Antenna Wires into a “V”.
12. Using a Bowline of similar knot, tie a short
length of Paracord (around 4 feet) to Isolation
Loops (c) at the unconnected end of both
Antenna Wires.
13. Extend one Antenna Wire to its full length.
14. Drive a Stake in the ground around two feet
beyond the end of the Antenna Wire.
15. Using two Half Hitches, tie the short length of
Paracord from the Antenna Wire to the Stake,
such that the Antenna Wire is not quite taut.
16. Extend the other Antenna Wire to its full length
along the approximate opening angle chosen to
form the antenna into a “V” (60 feet between
the ends of the “V” for 90°).
17. Drive a Stake into the ground around two feet
beyond the end of the Antenna Wire.
18. Tie the Paracord from the Antenna Wire to the
Stake, such that the Antenna Wire is not quite
taut.
19. Perform operational test.
Horizontal Dipole
The CHA TD LITE Horizontal Dipole configuration, see figure (3), is a broadband short to long range HF antenna.
The Horizontal Dipole is the standard for wire HF antennas and will provide good sky wave (including NVIS)
propagation. It requires at least two supports (one at each end). A center support is also recommended. The CHA
TD LITE Horizontal Dipole should be mounted at a height of around 25 feet for good overall results. When mounted
at this height, on lower frequencies the antenna tends to be bidirectional broadside to the antenna. The pattern
becomes a clover leaf at higher frequencies. If the ends of the antenna are sloped down to the ground, the
antenna becomes an Inverted “V” (see Sloping “V” configuration).
Figure 3. Horizontal Dipole Configuration.

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Site Selection and Preparation.
1. Select a site to deploy the CHA TD LITE
Horizontal Dipole configuration, see figure (3).
A good site should have two trees or other
supports that are 120 feet apart and are tall
enough that the ends of the antenna will be at a
height of around 25 feet. The best site will have
an additional support for the center of the
antenna. If the right supports are not present,
any convenient objects, such as fence posts or
the tops of vehicles, may be used as a field
expedient support with reduced performance.
2. If not already attached, connect a Carabiner (d)
to the Wire Connector (k) ends of the Antenna
Wires.
Connect the Matching Transformer. Refer to figure
(2) for steps (3) –(7).
3. Connect the Carabiner from the Wire Connector
end of an Antenna Wire to the Transformer
Eyebolt (j).
4. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Bottom Transformer Connection (i).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight.
5. Connect the Carabiner from the Wire Connector
end of the other Antenna Wire to the Carabiner
from step (3).
6. Connect the Wire Connector of the Antenna
Wire to the Top Transformer Connection (h).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight.
7. Connect the UHF Plug from the Coaxial Cable to
the UHF Socket (g) on the Matching
Transformer.
Extend the Antenna Wires.
8. Fully extend both Antenna Wires in a straight
line in opposite directions along the ground.
9. Using a throw weight or some other method,
loop the Paracord over the end supports.
10. Using a Bowline or similar knot, tie a long length
(around 50 feet) of Paracord to the Isolation
Loops (c) at the free ends of the Antenna Wires.
11. If a center support is available, use a Bowline or
similar knot, tie one end of another long length
of Paracord to the Carabiner from step (5) and
loop it over the center support.
Raise the antenna.
12. Raise the antenna to the desired height and
secure the Paracord to the supports with a
Round Turn and two Half Hitches, or similar
knot.
13. Perform operational test.
Sloping Wire
The CHA TD LITE Sloping Wire configuration, see figure (4), is a broadband short to medium range HF antenna. It is
designed to provide acceptable ground wave and sky wave propagation. This configuration is predominately
omnidirectional, becoming more bidirectional towards both ends as the frequency increases. The Sloping Wire
requires one support, is a good general-purpose antenna, and is excellent for hasty deployment. It should be
mounted at a height of 25 to 40 feet for best performance.
Site Selection and Preparation.
1. Select a site to deploy the CHA TD LITE Sloping
Wire configuration, see figure (4). The best site
should have a tree or other support that would
enable the end of the antenna to be at a height
of around 25 to 40 feet. If a tall support is
unavailable, any convenient object, such as a
fence post or the top of a vehicle, may be used
as a field expedient support with reduced
performance.
2. If not already attached, connect a Carabiner (d)
to the Wire Connector (k) ends of the Antenna
Wires.

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Figure 4. Sloping Wire Configuration.
Connect the Matching Transformer. Refer to figure
(2) for steps (3) –(9).
3. Connect the Carabiner from the Wire Connector
end of an Antenna Wire to the Transformer
Eyebolt (j).
4. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Bottom Transformer Connection (i).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight. This is the
counterpoise for this configuration.
5. Using a Bowline of similar knot, tie one end of
short length (around four feet) of Paracord to
the Carabiner connected in step (3).
6. Connect the Carabiner from the Wire Connector
end of the other Antenna Wire to the Carabiner
from step (3).
7. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Top Transformer Connection (h).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight.
8. Using a Bowline or similar knot, tie a long length
(around 50 feet) of Paracord to the Isolation
Loop (c) at the free end of the Antenna Wire.
9. Connect the UHF Plug from the Coaxial Cable to
the UHF Socket (g) on the Matching
Transformer.
Raise the Antenna.
10. Using a throw weight or some other method,
loop the long length of Paracord over the
support.
11. Raise the end of the Sloping Wire antenna to the
desired height and secure the Paracord to the
support using a Round Turn and two Half
Hitches or similar knot.
Extend the Antenna Wire and Counterpoise Wire.
12. Fully extend the Antenna Wire.
13. Drive a Stake around two feet beyond the end
of the Antenna Wire.
14. Using two Half Hitches, tie the short length of
Paracord from the Matching Transformer to the
Stake, such that the Antenna Wire is not quite
taut.
15. Extend the counterpoise Antenna Wire along
the ground in any convenient direction.
16. Perform operational test.
Inverted “L”
The CHA TD LITE Inverted “L” configuration, see figure (5), is a broadband short to medium range HF antenna for
frequencies below 12 MHz. This configuration is tends to be unidirectional, favoring the end of the horizontal part
of antenna. It is also provides effective ground waves communication during the day time on frequencies between
1.8 –4.0 MHz without using sky wave propagation. The Inverted “L” requires two supports and is suitable for

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hasty deployment. It should be mounted at a height of 25 feet for best performance, but will provide good
performance at a height of 10 to 20 feet and is usable when mounted as low as three feet.
Figure 5. Inverted L Configuration.
Site Selection and Preparation.
1. Select a site to deploy the CHA TD LITE Inverted
“L” Wire configuration, see figure (5). The site
should have two trees or other support that
would enable the end and corner of the “L” in
the Antenna Wire to be at a height around 25
feet. If the right supports are unavailable, any
convenient object, such as a fence post or the
top of a vehicle, may be used as a field
expedient support with reduced performance.
2. If not already attached, connect a Carabiner (d)
to the Wire Connector (k) ends of the Antenna
Wires.
Connect the Matching Transformer. Refer to figure
(2) for steps (3) –(9).
3. Connect the Carabiner from the Wire Connector
end of one of the Antenna Wires to the
Transformer Eyebolt (j).
4. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Bottom Transformer Connection (i).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight. This is the
counterpoise in this configuration.
5. Connect the Carabiner from the Wire Connector
end of the other Antenna Wire to the Carabiner
from step (3).
6. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Top Transformer Connection (h).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight.
7. Using a Bowline of similar knot, tie one end of a
short length (around four feet) of Paracord to
the Carabiner connected in step (3).
8. Drive a Stake in the ground below the support
closest to the location of the radio set.
9. Using two Half Hitches, tie the short length of
Paracord from the Matching Transformer to the
Stake.
10. Connect the UHF Plug from the Coaxial Cable to
the UHF Socket (g) on the Matching
Transformer.
Raise the Antenna.
11. Using a Bowline or similar knot, tie a long length
(50 feet or more) of Paracord to the Isolation
Loop (c) at the free end of the Antenna Wire.
12. Using a throw weight or other method, loop the
Paracord over the support that is closest to
where the radio set will be located.
13. Pull the Antenna Wire over the support.
14. Using a throw weight or some other method,
loop the Paracord over the other support.
15. Raise the Inverted “L” antenna so that the
vertical and horizontal sections are not quite
taut.
16. Secure the Paracord to the support using a
Round Turn and two Half Hitches, or similar
knot.

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Extend the Counterpoise.
17. Extend the counterpoise Antenna Wire from
step (4) along the ground under the raised
horizontal section of the antenna.
18. Perform operational test.
Horizontal NVIS
The CHA TD LITE Horizontal NVIS configuration, see figure (6), is a special configuration designed to provide good
NVIS propagation on lower frequencies. It is predominately omnidirectional and also provides medium range sky
wave propagation on frequencies above 10 MHz. It is suitable for hasty deployment and requires two supports
that will enable the antenna to be raised to a height of 10 –12 feet. Use the following procedure to install the
Horizontal NVIS configuration.
Figure 6. Horizontal NVIS Configuration.
Site Selection and Preparation.
1. Select a site to deploy the CHA TD LITE
Horizontal NVIS configuration, see figure (6).
The site must have two trees or other supports
that will position the Matching Transformer and
the end of the Antenna Wire to be at a height of
between 10 and 12 feet and 60 feet apart.
Higher or lower heights may be used, but may
reduce NVIS performance.
2. If not already attached, connect a Carabiner (d)
to the Wire Connector (k) end of the Antenna
Wires.
Connect the Matching Transformer. Refer to figure
(2) for steps (3) –(7).
3. Connect the Carabiner from one the Antenna
Wires to the Transformer Eyebolt (j).
4. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Bottom Transformer Connection (i).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight. This will be the
counterpoise in this configuration.
5. Connect the Carabiner from the other Antenna
Wire to the Transformer Eyebolt.
6. Connect the Wire Connector from the Antenna
Wire to the Top Transformer Connection (h).
Tighten the wing nut finger tight.
7. Connect the UHF Plug from the Coaxial Cable to
the UHF Socket (g) on the Matching
Transformer.
Raise the Antenna.
8. Using a Bowline or similar knot, tie the end of a
long length (50 feet or more) of Paracord to the
Carabiner from step (5).
9. Using a throw weight or other method, loop the
Paracord over the support that is closest to
where the radio set will be located.
10. Raise the Matching Transformer end of the
antenna to a height of 10 to 12 feet and secure
it to the support using a Round Turn and two
Half Hitches, or similar knot.

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11. Using a Bowline or similar knot, tie another long
length of Paracord to the Isolation Loop (c) at
the free end of the Antenna Wire.
12. Using a throw weight or some other method,
loop the Paracord over the other support.
13. Raise the free end of the Antenna Wire to a
height of 10 to 12 feet, such that the Antenna
Wire is not quite taut, and secure it to the
support using a Round Turn and two Half
Hitches, or similar knot.
Extend the Counterpoise.
14. Extend the counterpoise Antenna Wire from
step (4) along the ground under the raised
horizontal section of the antenna.
15. Perform operational test.
Recovery Procedure
To recover the CHA TD LITE, perform the following steps:
1. Disconnect the Coaxial Cable from the radio set.
2. Lower the antenna to the ground.
3. Disconnect the Coaxial Cable from the Matching Transformer (a).
4. Carefully roll (do not twist) the Coaxial Cable.
5. Untie the Paracord from the Matching Transformer and Antenna Wires (b), as applicable.
6. Disconnect the Antenna Wires from the Matching Transformer.
7. Wind the Antenna Wires onto their Line Winders (e) and secure with attached shock cord.
8. Pull the Stakes (f) from the ground.
9. Remove dirt from antenna components and inspect them for signs of wear.
Troubleshooting
1. Ensure Wire Connectors (k) are securely connected.
2. Inspect Antenna Wires (b) for breakage or signs of strain.
3. Ensure UHF Plugs are securely tightened.
4. Inspect Coaxial Cable assembly for cuts in insulation or exposed shielding. Replace if damaged.
5. If still not operational, connect a Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) Power Meter and check SWR.
6. If SWR is greater than 10:1, check antenna tuner or coupler using the technical manual or manufacturer’s
procedure. Be sure to check the Coaxial Patch Cable that connects the radio set to the antenna tuner or
coupler.
7. If still not operational, replace Coaxial Cable assembly. Most problems with antenna systems are caused by
the coaxial cables and connectors.
8. Connect a Multi-Meter to the Antenna Wires to check continuity. Replace assemblies that do not pass a
continuity check.
9. If still not operational, replace Matching Transformer (a).
Specifications
•Frequency: 1.8 MHz through 54.0 MHz continuous (including all Amateur Radio Service bands 160m to
6m). Wide range antenna tuner or coupler required.
•Power: 250 W continuous duty cycle (CW, AM, FM, RTTY), 500 W intermittent duty cycle (SSB and SSB-
based digital modes)

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•RF Connection: UHF Plug (PL-259)
•SWR: Subject to frequency and configuration
•Length: 120 ft (maximum), 60 ft (typical), 35 ft (minimum)
•Footprint: 1,800 sq ft (maximum)
•Weight: Less than 3 lbs
•Personnel Requirements and Setup Time: one trained operator, less than 15 minutes
•Figures (7) through (11) show Far Field plots for the various CHA TD LITE configurations
Figure 7. Sloping “V” Far Field Plots, 7 (left) and 21 (right) MHz.

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Figure 8. Horizontal; Dipole Far Field Plots, 7 (left) and 14 (right) MHz.
Figure 9. Sloping Wire Far Field Plots, 7 (left) and 14 (right) MHz.

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Figure 10 Inverted “L” Far Field Plots, 3.7 (left) and 7 (right) MHz.
Figure 11. Horizontal NVIS Far Field Plots, 3.7 (left) and 7 (right) MHz.

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Accessories
The following accessories are available for purchase from Chameleon AntennaTM. Please contact us at
[e-mail] for current prices and availability.
•Coaxial Cable Assembly. 50 feet of RG-58 with built-in RF isolation. Used to connect the CHA TD LITE to
the radio set. This is a highly recommended accessory.
Recommended non-supplied accessories:
•Two 50-foot lengths of Paracord.
•A storage pack or bag large enough for all antenna components and accessories.
•Wide range antenna tuner or coupler. Required for most configurations.
•Flashlight.
•Multi-tool.
•Throwing weight and string.
•Tape measure.
•Mallet.
•SWR Power Meter
•Multi-Meter
•#10x24 stainless steel wing nut. Recommend one for use as a spare.
Chameleon AntennaTM Products
Please go to http://chameleonantenna.com for information about additional quality antenna products available
for purchase from Chameleon AntennaTM –The Portable Antenna Pioneer.

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References
1. Silver, H. Ward (editor), 2013, 2014 ARRL Handbook for Radio Communications, 91st Edition, American Radio
Relay League, Newington, CT.
2. 1987, Tactical Single-Channel Radio Communications Techniques (FM 24-18), Department of the Army,
Washington, DC.
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