The Antenna Genius 8×1 is a high-performance, network-controlled antenna switch designed for
modern HF/6 m amateur radio stations. It provides eight antenna ports feeding a single
radio or amplifier chain, enabling fast, reliable selection of multiple antennas from the shack or remotely over
the network. Engineered for demanding contest and DX environments, the Antenna Genius 8×1 supports operation up to
2 kW PEP and integrates tightly with other 4O3A and FlexRadio ecosystem components.
With Ethernet control, automatic band tracking, and seamless SmartSDR integration, the Antenna Genius 8×1 delivers
intelligent antenna management for operators running complex multi-antenna installations, including beams, verticals,
receive arrays, and low-band specialty antennas.
Key Features
- Eight antennas, one RF chain: quickly select between up to eight HF/6 m antennas using a single transceiver/amplifier path.
- High-power handling: designed for operation up to 2 kW PEP on HF/6 m (mode-dependent), suitable for modern high-power stations.
- LAN-based intelligent control: full Ethernet management for local or remote operation, including switching, monitoring, and synchronization.
- Automatic band selection: follows frequency data from compatible radios or systems via LAN, CAT, CI-V, BCD, or RF sensing (as configured).
- SmartSDR ecosystem integration: pairs seamlessly with FlexRadio transceivers for fully automated antenna selection and status reporting.
- Coordinated station control: integrates with Power Genius XL and Tuner Genius XL for unified band and antenna management.
- High-isolation RF switching: optimized relay and layout design ensures excellent port-to-port isolation and low insertion loss.
- Full remote capability: supports LAN/WAN operation via network apps, allowing reliable antenna switching for remote contest or DX stations.
- Fail-safe RF path: configurable default-port behavior ensures predictable routing in case of power loss or network outage.
- Firmware updates: upgradeable architecture via the Antenna Genius Windows Utility for new features and performance improvements.
Use Cases
- Contest stations needing instant access to multiple directional antennas or stacked arrays.
- DX operators switching between low-band verticals, high-band beams, and specialty antennas.
- Remote stations requiring reliable, IP-based high-power antenna management.
- FlexRadio users automating antenna routing using SmartSDR band data.
Quality, Engineering and Reliability
The Antenna Genius 8×1 is engineered and manufactured by the 4O3A design team, known for
contest-grade, high-reliability RF solutions. Each unit is constructed using high-power RF relays, a rigid metal
chassis, and carefully designed RF paths that minimize loss and maximize isolation across all HF and 6 m bands.
In the box
- Antenna Genius 8×1 antenna switch unit
- AC or DC power supply cable (according to model)
- Quick-start guide / user documentation
- Warranty and registration information
- Safety and compliance documentation
Refer to the Antenna Genius operator manual for installation details, wiring recommendations, and integration
instructions for Power Genius XL, Tuner Genius XL, and FlexRadio transceivers.
