Broadband Antennas

095025-000 Revision G, May 2016
DB411 Offset Pattern Station Antenna

406-512 MHz
Assembly and Mounting Instructions
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The DB411 is a heavy duty, light weight, high gain antenna 2. Inspect the antenna feed assembly output connector to
designed to provide gain over a broad horizontal pattern. It is determine that it mates with the end of your station trans-
suitable for mounting to the top or on the side of a tower. mission line. Do not remove any connector or cable from
Clamps for top mounting are supplied with the antenna; an the antenna feed assembly as they are all a part of your
additional side mount kit (model DB5012) must be ordered antenna.
for side mounting. 3. Verify that the frequency to which the antenna has been
The DB411 is ideally suited for use in mobile systems requiring tuned is the frequency on which your radio system is to
additional gain over a sector of a circle, or along the coast operate.
or geographical boundaries. Continued on page 2
ELECTRICAL DESIGN
The antenna is a four stack collinear array with all radiating
elements permanently attached along one side of the mast.
A binary cable harness is used to assure equal in-phase
power distribution to all radiating elements. As such, the an-
tenna provides an offset pattern with exceptionally high gain
over a broad area.
BANDWIDTH
Four models, each with a bandwidth of approximately 20 MHz,

cover the 406-420 and 450-512 MHz bands. Performance
characteristics (gain and VSWR) are essentially constant
across the bandwidth of the antenna. This feature permits
the DB411 to provide optimum performance when used in
either single- or multifrequency systems.
CONSTRUCTION
The mast and radiation elements are fabricated of high

strength aluminum alloys. Superior protection against light-
ning damage is provided by the heavy-walled mast since the
mast offers a positive low resistance discharge path to the
tower and ground systems.
A dual antenna, consisting of two DB411 antennas on a com-

mon mast, each with a separate feed line, is available. (Refer
to the specifications for Decibel’s DB413 for more information
on this dual, higher gain, antenna arrangement.)
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove the antenna from its shipping box and inspect

it to be sure all parts are on hand and that there is no
physical damage.
Warning!
Installation of this product near power lines is dangerous.
For your safety, follow the installation procedures.
Figure 1 - DB411 Antenna
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SIDE MOUNTING
4. Attach the supplied DB365 mounting clamps to the bot-
tom of the antenna mast at designated locations. Mount When the DB411 antenna is mounted to the side of a tower,
the antenna on the tower; the bottom dipole should be the horizontal radiation pattern necessarily becomes distorted.
above the top of the tower. The patterns shown below indicate the typical pattern shape
of an antenna that is side mounted – using the DB5012 side
5. A check of the antenna VSWR as measured at the an- mount kit – onto a tower with an 18" face. The patterns for 12"
tenna is recommended at this point. Note this measure- and 24" towers will be similar.
ment carefully and record it for future reference.
6. After checking the VSWR at the antenna, connect the

station transmission line into the antenna. Make the con-
nections snug but do not apply heavy force with pliers.
To avoid moisture problems, carefully wrap the connec-
tion with Vapor-Wrap (part no. 11317 or 11316), working
the compound into all cracks and smoothing it over the
outer jackets. Failure to waterproof the cable connection
will result in improper operation of the antenna.
7. Properly secure the feeder cable and antenna transmis-

sion line to the tower in the best position to avoid physi-
cal damage to the cable.
8. Once installation is complete, a careful check should be

made to ensure that:
• All mechanical connections have been securely made. DB411: Elements pointed away from tower
• The antenna is mounted on the proper leg of the tower
with sufficient physical clearance.
• All connections have been carefully wrapped with Va-
por-Wrap to prevent moisture problems.
ORDERING INFORMATION
• DB411 Antenna, offset pattern – specify exact frequency

or frequency range and termination if non-standard.
• DB5012 Side Mount Kit – for side mounting the antenna.
DB411: Elements pointed toward tower

The DB5012 Side Mount Kit positions the antenna approxi-
mately 16" from the tower. It consists of an upper sway
brace, a lower bracket (both galvanized) and the necess-
ary hardware for attaching the bracket to round tower
members measuring up to 3" OD, or angular members
measuring up to 2" on a side. Other size clamps can be
supplied on special order.
SAFETY NOTICE
The installation, maintenance, or removal of an antenna
requires qualified, experienced personnel. CommScope
installation instructions are written for such installation
personnel. Antenna systems should be inspected once a
year by qualified personnel to verify proper installation,
maintenance, and condition of equipment.
CommScope disclaims any liability or responsibility for the

results of improper or unsafe installation practices.
Do not install near power lines. Do not install on a wet or windy Wear shoes with rubber soles and
It is recommended that transmit power be turned off Power lines, telephone lines,
and guy wires look the same.
day or when lightning or thunder
is in the area. Do not use metal
heels. Wear protective clothing
including a long-sleeved shirt and
when the field installation is performed. Follow all Assume any wire or line can ladder. rubber gloves.
applicable safety precautions as shown on this page. electrocute you.
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095025-000 Revision G, May 2016

DB411 Offset Pattern Station Antenna

Four models, each with a bandwidth of approximately 20 MHz,

The mast and radiation elements are fabricated of high

A dual antenna, consisting of two DB411 antennas on a com-

1. Remove the antenna from its shipping box and inspect

Continued from page 1

6. After checking the VSWR at the antenna, connect the

7. Properly secure the feeder cable and antenna transmis-

8. Once installation is complete, a careful check should be

• DB411 Antenna, offset pattern – specify exact frequency

DB411: Elements pointed toward tower

CommScope disclaims any liability or responsibility for the

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