“The following manual will show the features and how to use the new antenna electronic controller that, as you will see, it is by far the most simple and intuitive controllers ever. The new RCU-06 UltraBeam collects and inherits the main features of the old controller, but thanks to a new software and hardware improves the capabilities and general features. UltraBeam recommend before installation and use of the antenna a careful and thorough reading of the manual. Many functions are of course identical (in principle) to the previous standard controller, so we will avoid to repeat them, you can still consult the manual “Controller Standard” The new RCU-06 can be used and is 100% compatible with all models of antennas
The main display provides all information about the antenna status and contains all the main touch useful commands to the antenna manual management and its functions. 1) Three commands to select the electronic antenna pointing Normal – Reverse – Bi-Directional 2) Command to enable or disable the beep during the movement of the elements 3) Control to access the menu 4-5) Modify the operating frequency up or down in steps of 100-50-25 kHz depending on the band. 6) Allows the direct retract of the elements without accessing the menu. 7) Preset to move directly to the desired band 8) Turn off the controller, to turn it on, touch the screen Some commands will not be used if the controller is connected to the radio for frequency control.
FIRST START TEST AND PRE-ASSEMBLY At first power on the controller is present in the “Elements Retracted” Before starting the antenna assembly UltraBeam always advisable to perform a general test in order to ensure that all received parts have not been damaged during transport, this will avoid unpleasant surprises during installation. The test will allow you to check in a few minutes the Controller – Wiring – Motor unit
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