Aziloop DF-72 Antenna System
SKU Part Number: AZILOOP-DF-72
What is it? Aziloop DF-72 is a dual-mode multi-directional antenna system for VLF to HF reception with features unequalled at this price point (or...
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What is it?

Aziloop DF-72 is a dual-mode multi-directional antenna system for VLF to HF reception with features

unequalled at this price point (or possibly anywhere):

·       Uses low visual impact, small footprint antenna comprising a pair of orthogonal loops plus an earth.

·       Stepped-Azimuth technology for electronic rotation. The actual antenna remains stationary.

·       Control everything from an intuitive Windows UI with selectable Local, Client or Server modes.

·       Dual antenna modes. Switch between Loop mode and K9AY mode with the mouse wheel or buttons.

·       108 antennas in one: 72 K9AY headings and 36 loop axes. Change with the mouse in 60 ms.

·       Switchable 18 dB preamp and a 4-step attenuator (0 - 18 dB) for up to 36 dB of level control.

·       Four 7-pole preselection filters to give your receiver an easy time.

·       Variable K9AY load. 250 Ω to 950 Ω in 50 Ω steps

·       Two control/monitor ports for your own use or allocate one or both to PTT muting.

·       Headless Remote control (no attached PC) via the controller’s built-in Ethernet Server.

·       Omni-Rig support for auto-filter, PTT muting and Rig-Sync (keep Rig A and Rig B in step)

Add a clean 13.8 V power supply, a Windows PC, and your own build of antenna, sized to give optimum performance for your use case and location.

 

To find out more click Overview.

 

Who should consider Aziloop?

Aziloop will be of interest to shortwave listeners, radio amateurs, and professional users alike. Applications include general monitoring, co-channel station resolution, basic direction finding, atmospheric and electromagnetic interference reduction, and jamming mitigation. Plus of course just having fun learning about propagation and discovering what your previous antenna was keeping from you.

Product Positioning

Aziloop has capabilities that single loop antennas cannot offer. Occupying a different market sector, Aziloop is an intelligent first choice, or a rewarding upgrade for the discerning listener.

Professional Users

Aziloop offers a feature set that could meet your project requirements at a fraction of the expected cost, especially for tactical / SIGINT deployments. Custom builds may also be possible. 

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

You’ll need to supply your own ANTENNA, COAX FEEDLINE & Windows* 10 or 11 PC.

(* Windows 7 and 8.1 is used by some customers, but we can’t officially support older operating systems

 that Microsoft themselves don’t. You may need to manually install a USB driver and TTF font when using

 older operating systems.)

The antenna can be no more than a central pole supported by two orthogonal loops of wire acting as guys,

together with a ground-stake earth or four wire-radials – ground mounted or elevated. We recommend

elevated radials for best performance

 

Many antenna arrangements are possible, and the size and shape aren’t critical (within limits of course).

All you need is a supply of 24/.2 (24 strand, 0.2mm) insulated wire or similar, and a central non-metallic

pole. You can use the standard K9AY shape and dimensions as a guide or a scaled down version.

 

 

 

You can download the user guide here

You can read the 2024 RSGB review here 

 

What in The Box

Aziloop is shipped in an F5 size (8” x 6” x 4”) package.

Shipment comprises the following

1x DF-X CIU

1xDF-72 LCU

1x DC power lead

1x USB cable

1x 3.5mm to phono AUX I/O cable

2 x SMA to BNC adapters

4x adhesive feet for the CIU

2x LCU pole mount adapters

4x cable ties.

Shipping:

We have several shipping options for our products, including next-day and Saturday/Sunday delivery for certain items. Please see these options at checkout.

Returns:

If you have any equipment that needs to be returned to Martin Lynch & Sons, please fill out the form below:

Click here for returns form

Upon receipt of goods you have 14 days to return goods however the goods must be returned in original packaging and care must have been taken with the goods you wish to return. Under distance selling regulations you are not entitled to any refund on carriage charges or modification charges made at your request. Large items cannot be returned if they have been assembled, unless faulty.

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Outside of the 14 faulty return period, returned items cannot be accepted, unless covered by manufacturer's warranty. We will repair as much as possible on site however in exceptional circumstances products may have to be returned to the manufacturer of distributor.

For repairs/replacements under manufacturer’s warranty for any item please download a ML&S return form from the link above and return to ML&S with the faulty product.

International Warranty information

Warranty service for items we sell is available in the U.K. only, unless otherwise noted. It is your responsibility to pay freight for returned items to the U.K. and back to you for desired warranty coverage. All of our NEW products come with a minimum 12 month warranty, (Yaesu & Icom 24 months), with up to 90 days on second-hand equipment. Items returned for service must state "returned goods for repair" on the return air waybill or U.K. import customs duties apply and will be added to your invoice. For more info about returning items please contact our customer help desk, [email protected]