Codan 9350 Information Page
We strongly recommend that these antennas are serviced or repaired by an Authorized Codan agent.
Specifications:-
Frequency Range Tx Rx 2MHz - 30MHz
250KHz - 30MHz Rx Only (scan mode)
Power Rating 125W voice PEP or 35W 25% duty cycle
Power Consumption 150mA listening (static), 1A tuning @ 12Vdc nominal
Mounting M16x2mm thread 60mm long with 7mm hole for padlock.
Impedance 50 Ohms VSWR 1.5:1 typically
Size & Weight 2390mm H, 5.8Kg complete base-spring-whip.
Tem Range -40 to 60+ degrees C
Tuning Time 5.5seconds full range 2-30MHz, typically 2-3 seconds interchannel.
Accessories 1mtr long stainless steel whip 2.5MHz to 27MHz
Standard Whip top 1.48mtr fiberglass.
Cable adaptor kit interface 8558 control cable to 9350.
Handbook for 9350
Overview:-
The 9350 is the state of the art Autotune antenna controlled by a microprocessor.
Previous models (85xx) relied on a separate control box (8551) or internal board (AD)
in order to control the Autotune antenna, which worked but was difficult for some to
understand which cable or model radio went with what. Now the microprocessor takes
care of everything, No extra boxes or cable, the 9350 has everything inside and now
uses a simplified cable being controlled from either 85xx or 93xx radio's without any fuss.
Assembly:-
words
pictures
Water Damage Problems:-
words
picture
Installation Precautions:-
words
picture
Cabling Precautions:-
Running the antenna cable with the control data cable, as per the Codan installation guide both
should be kept apart as far as possible for as long as possible as NOT to cause RF interference
down the data control cable, this is another cause of the antenna NOT tuning on some frequencies
or bands. External of the vehicle most people use convoluted tubing over both cables for
protection from dirt and the elements. At the connectors NEVER use electrical tape to seal,
this will cause ingress of moisture and corrosion with voltages. A product called
"Self Amalgamating Tape" a thick rubbery tape that stretches with a 50% overlap on each turn is best.
Wind clockwise and anticlockwise in 2 layers ensuring to cover as much of the socket on the
antenna as well as the cable connector about an inch passed it. Should you remove a previous
set of connectors and find a white powdery film you have the beginnings of electrolysis and
corrosion, hopefully caught in the nick of time....??? Clean thoroughly before reinstallation..!
9350 Model Variations:-
There are A,B,C,D and E model antenna bodies--The first letter of the serial No, denotes the version.
Externally they all look same, I believe the difference is internal hardware Mods etc
There are no firmware or software variations known.
All 9350’s tune across the same range.
9350 Antenna Control Cable
Wiring Info for 85xx/9xxx radios:
15 pin D 6 Pin Mil. Connector Configuration
12, 13 A +12VDC
14,15 B Gnd
4 C Tune
5 D Scan
11 E Tuned Indicator
- F Not Used
picture
Cable Summary Table
The Codan 8525A / 8525B / 8528 / 9313 / 9480 9105(X2) / 9323 / 9360 /9780 are all plug and play
compatible with the 9350---They all use the same control lead with a 6 pin Mil spec plug on the antenna end, and a 15 pin "d" on the radio end.
Please ensure that you 8525B or 8528 do NOT have an AD board fitted within the radio, before connecting the a 9350 Austotune.
The Codan NGT is also plug and play compatible with the 9350, but uses a different control lead...Note that you must enable the autotune option
within the NGT's menu system for the 9350 to operate.
Both of the above cables are readily available for purchase at www.hf-radio.com.au
We strongly recommend that these antennas are serviced or repaired by an Authorized Codan agent.