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The SO9I Standard 6x1 Switch is a simple, robust, and highly practical way to switch between multiple antennas from a single transceiver.
Ideal for stations with more than one antenna on the roof, mast, tower, or in the garden, the 6x1 Switch removes the need to manually unscrew and swap coaxial cables every time you want to change antenna. Instead, you can select the required antenna remotely using a separate 6x1 Controller.
Designed to be easy to install and reliable in use, the switch keeps the control electronics away from the antenna end. The switch unit contains only the relays and indicator LEDs, helping to keep the system simple, rugged, and dependable.
Key Features
- Standard 6x1 remote antenna switch
- Switches up to 6 antennas from one transceiver
- Ideal for roof, mast, tower, or garden antenna installations
- Removes the need to manually change coaxial cables
- LEDs at each antenna port show the selected antenna
- Works with separate 6x1 Controller for manual selection
- Antennas are automatically grounded when not in use
- Helps protect against static build-up
- Reinforced copper layer on PCB for improved reliability
- Designed for high-power operation up to 4kW
- Communication via standard twisted pair cable
- No specialised control cable required
- Available with UHF connectors
- Black powder-coated housing with clear high-quality markings
How It Works
The SO9I 6x1 Switch allows one transceiver or feedline to be connected to any one of up to six antennas.
A separate 6x1 Controller is used for antenna selection. The controller features a selector knob and an additional LED to confirm the selected position, giving a simple and clear way to choose the antenna you want to use.
Antenna Port LEDs
Each antenna port on the switch is fitted with an LED, making it easy to see which antenna is currently selected.
This is especially useful when the switch is installed somewhere visible, such as near the base of a mast, in an outdoor switching box, or in a fixed station antenna distribution area.
Simple and Robust Design
The 6x1 Switch is designed to keep things simple at the antenna end. There are no full control electronics inside the antenna switch unit, only relays and indicator LEDs.
This makes the switch more robust, easier to understand, and well suited to antenna switching applications.
Antenna Grounding
When not in use, the antenna ports are automatically grounded. This helps provide additional protection against static electricity build-up and offers an extra layer of protection for your station installation.
As with all antenna systems, this should not be considered a substitute for a properly designed grounding and lightning protection system.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | SO9I Standard 6x1 Switch |
| Switch type | 6x1 remote antenna switch |
| Antenna ports | Up to 6 |
| Radio ports | 1 |
| Connector option | UHF |
| Power handling | Up to 4kW |
| Control method | Separate 6x1 Controller |
| Port indication | LED at each antenna port |
| Cable requirement | Standard twisted pair cable |
| Housing finish | Black powder coat |
| Antenna grounding | Unused antennas automatically grounded |
Important Note
This listing is for the SO9I Standard 6x1 Switch only. Controller, coaxial cables, twisted pair cable, antennas, and other station accessories are not included unless stated otherwise.
For operation, a separate 6x1 Controller is required.
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