"This is a wonderful, compact reference to a number of different antenna configurations. In the next printing I’d like to see the radiation plots added; that would make it thicker but still manageable, I think. Having this in one book is so much easier than trying to read through the user manuals for each antenna and configuration when thinking about how I want to deploy in the space I have in front of me. Great job, CHA!"
FIELD GUIDE FIRST EDITION 2025 · Guides & Books
A printed or downloadable operating reference.
Why operators make room for it
Make setup knowledge part of the kit
CHA FIELD GUIDE FIRST EDITION 2025 puts a Chameleon operating reference where the customer can use it to choose, assemble, or troubleshoot the right equipment.
the Chameleon Antenna™ Field Guide – First Edition (2025) , a comprehensive 74-page manual meticulously crafted for the serious radio operator. This essential reference consolidates decades of field experience, expert engineering, and operator feedback into one cohesive guide for setup, operation, and maintenance of Chameleon Antenna™ portable systems. Whether you’re activating a POTA , climbing for a SOTA , deploying for EMCOMM , or setting up a quick base in a restricted HOA environment—this field guide gives you the knowledge, visuals, and procedures to get on the air efficiently and effectively.
CHA FIELD GUIDE FIRST EDITION 2025 turns product knowledge into something the operator can carry, scan, and apply without searching through unrelated pages in the field. It is useful when it speeds up selection, assembly, deployment, or troubleshooting—even for an operator who already owns the equipment.
Choose it when its specific job removes a real point of friction from the station, and confirm what else is required before ordering. The best next step is always a verified compatible component or documented expansion—not a random accessory that merely looks related.
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Key Specifications
- Product type
- Guides & Books
- Primary role
- A printed or downloadable operating reference.
- Format
- Product listing and selected variant determine the supplied format
- Authority
- Latest product-specific user guide governs technical limits
- Reference role
- Planning, setup, configuration, field operation, or troubleshooting reference
- Revision rule
- Use the latest available revision for current products and limits
- Authority boundary
- A general reference does not replace the latest product-specific user guide
- Field use
- Keep the applicable reference with the supported equipment
Operator decision support
Plan the complete setup
See what this product is best suited for, what the documented setup needs, and the boundaries to confirm before deployment.
- Best for
Field confidence grows when the operator can confirm a configuration, limit, or troubleshooting step without relying on memory alone.
- What else you need
Keep the current revision with the equipment or field kit it supports.
- Limitations
- Use the latest available revision for current products and limits
- A general reference does not replace the latest product-specific user guide
- Other antennas are resonant for a band or set of bands and the 2:1 bandwidth covers the entire band, so they POWER: MINI - 500W SSB / 100W CW / 40W DIGITAL MICRO - 100W SSB / 25W CW / 25W DIGITAL do not need to be tuned.
What an operator can do
- Use the reference to plan, assemble, verify, and troubleshoot compatible Chameleon equipment.
- Keep the current revision with the equipment or field kit it supports.
- Confirm product-specific limits against the latest official user guide when the reference is a general overview.
Complete product details
CHA FIELD GUIDE – FIRST EDITION 2025
Your Ultimate Reference for Portable Antenna Deployment
Introducing the Chameleon Antenna™ Field Guide – First Edition (2025), a comprehensive 74-page manual meticulously crafted for the serious radio operator. This essential reference consolidates decades of field experience, expert engineering, and operator feedback into one cohesive guide for setup, operation, and maintenance of Chameleon Antenna™ portable systems.
Whether you’re activating a POTA, climbing for a SOTA, deploying for EMCOMM, or setting up a quick base in a restricted HOA environment—this field guide gives you the knowledge, visuals, and procedures to get on the air efficiently and effectively.
What’s Inside
- Detailed Setup Instructions for every Chameleon Antenna™ model:
- MPAS 2.0, MPAS LITE, PRV, Tactical Delta Loop, Tactical Dipole 2.0, EMCOMM II & III, NVIS, LEFS Series, and more.
- Configuration Diagrams and Connection Schematics for fast, accurate field assembly.
- Tuning, Troubleshooting, and Preventive Maintenance Sections for optimal performance and long-term reliability.
- Recommended Tools & Field Kit Checklist—because preparation defines success in the field.
- Portable Deployment Planning Guide that walks you through band selection, terrain analysis, stealth setup strategies, and environmental considerations.
Each antenna section includes technical specifications, deployment configurations, and field-tested tips for achieving the best results in any condition.
Designed for Real Operators
Engineered and produced by Chameleon Antenna™ in Sparks, Nevada, this guide embodies our philosophy:
“The Portable Antenna Pioneer – Because Great Radios Deserve Great Antennas.”
Built by operators, for operators—every page is illustrated with clear graphics, antenna layouts, and component diagrams to eliminate guesswork in the field.
Highlights from the First Edition
- MPAS 2.0 & MPAS Lite System Configurations
- Tactical Delta Loop & Tactical Dipole Variants
- PRV Multi-Configuration Coil (MCC) Deployments
- NVIS Crossed Dipoles for EMCOMM
- End-Fed and Vertical Wire Configurations (LEFS, OCF, Skyloop 2.0)
- TACYAGI-70 Tactical Yagi for UHF Directional Use
- Complete Glossary, Notes, and Reference Tables
Why You Need It
The CHA Field Guide 2025 is more than a manual—it’s a mission-ready companion. Whether you’re hiking through rough terrain, deploying in emergency operations, or teaching a new operator, this guide gives you the confidence to adapt, improvise, and succeed with your Chameleon system anywhere in the world.
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION & ESSENTIALS
- Introduction – About Chameleon Antenna™ and the purpose of the Field Guide
- Planning for a Portable Deployment – Key questions and considerations before you deploy
- Creating Your Antenna Kit – Essential gear, spares, and field prep tips
- Recommended Tools & Spares Kit – Field-ready list for reliability and efficiency
- Tuning a Resonant Antenna – How to fine-tune SWR, coils, and whip lengths
- Troubleshooting & Field Repair – Rapid field diagnostics and solutions
- Preventive Maintenance – Extend the life of your Chameleon systems
ANTENNA SYSTEMS & CONFIGURATIONS
MPAS Series
- MPAS 2.0: Hybrid Micro/Mini + Mil Whip
- MPAS 2.0: Hybrid Micro/Mini + Mil Whip + Mil Ext
- MPAS Lite: Hybrid Micro/Mini + SS17 or SS25
- MPAS 2.0 or MPAS Lite: Hybrid Micro/Mini + Antenna Wire
VERTICAL & WIRE ANTENNAS
- MPAS: SS17 + LZ Sloper
- Basic Vertical: SS17
- Basic Vertical: SS17 + M-COIL
- Basic Vertical: SS25
- Basic Vertical: SS25 + M25-COIL
- Basic Vertical: SS17 + LZ Sloper
PRV Series
- PRV: MCC + SS58
- PRV: MCC + Mil Whip
- PRV: MCC + SS17
TACTICAL & SPECIALIZED ANTENNAS
- Tactical Delta Loop
- Tactical Dipole 2.0: Terminated Dipole
- Tactical Dipole 2.0: Terminated End-Fed
- Tactical Dipole Lite
- TACYAGI-70 – Folding Three-Element UHF Yagi
EMCOMM & BROADBAND ANTENNAS
- EMCOMM III Portable
- EMCOMM II V2 and EMCOMM III Base
- NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave) Crossed Dipoles
- AZ-1 and AZ-2 (Activation Zone Antennas)
WIRE ANTENNAS & DIPOLES
- LEFS 8010
- LEFS 4010
- LEFS 4010 “Feather”
- Link-D and Link-D15
- WARC Dipole Set
- OCF 40 (Off-Center Fed Dipole)
- Skyloop 2.0
REFERENCE SECTIONS
- Tuning a Resonant Antenna (Quick Reference)
- Recommended Tools and Spares Kit
- Troubleshooting and Repair in the Field
- Preventive Maintenance
- Glossary of Terms & Acronyms
- Notes
- Contact Information
Made in the USA
📘 74 Pages | Full Color | First Edition | 2025 Release
