WARRANTY. High Sierra AntennAs Sidekick

The Sidekick is a compact continuous coverage motorized antenna designed for amateur radio operators. It features a new Black Hawk Motor™ that is all metal, smooth, and quiet. The antenna can be used on various vehicles or at home/base stations and is capable of covering frequencies from 75 to 6 meters. The Sidekick includes a control box that allows for easy tuning with a built-in SWR meter.

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Key features

Compact, continuous coverage motorized antenna
New Black Hawk Motor™
State-of-the-art computer-controlled manufacturing process
Uses a 3 foot whip (36 inches long)
Can accommodate a whip up to 8 feet long

Frequently asked questions

The Sidekick is a compact antenna with a telescoping coil and a whip. It is typically mounted on a vehicle or a base.

The whip is 36 inches long.

The RF filter assembly helps isolate the motor wires from the antenna and reduce noise generated by the motor's brushes.

It is recommended to replace the contact spring about once a year, as it is subjected to a lot of vibration. The spring has a 10 year warranty.

The key on the outside of the aluminum tube and keyway in the weathershield keep the coil from spinning. You need to tighten the whip or quick disconnect.