How high should a ham radio antenna be?
A beam type of antenna at a height of 70 feet or more will provide greatly superior performance over the same antenna at 35 feet, all other factors being equal. A height of 120 feet or even higher will provide even more advantages for long-distance communications.
At what height should install an antenna for a better signal?
In general, the higher you place your antenna, the better. It would be best to have your antenna placed 30 feet above ground level to give you the clearest over-the-air connection with a tower. For those looking for that height, outdoor antennas are usually a good place to start.
What is the strongest BaoFeng radio?
BF-F8HP
The BF-F8HP is the most powerful BaoFeng capable of transmitting 8 watts! The BF-F8HP is the third and final generation of the UV-5R.
Can I listen to HF radio on the Internet?
Well, thanks to hams with SDR (software-defined radio) websites, you now can! All the popular HF, VHF, and UHF bands are covered, so you can easily check out all your rigs! Here are two of my favorites SDR websites: WebSDR is a Software-Defined Radio receiver connected to the internet, allowing many listeners to listen and tune it simultaneously.
Can I listen to the Dallas receiver on my Smartphone?
Listen To The Dallas, Texas Receiver On Your Smartphone The Dallas receiver audio streaming technology has been changed for compatibility with modern Smartphones. Users of Windows Smartphones have been listening to receivers at the S-Meter site for years.
How does FM quieting work on VHF FM?
On VHF FM, signal reports are often given in terms of FM quieting. A strong FM signal is said to “quiet the receiver” since there is virtually no noise present in the received audio. As the signal strength is decreased, noise starts to appear on the received signal.
What happens when the FM signal strength decreases?
A strong FM signal is said to “quiet the receiver” since there is virtually no noise present in the received audio. As the signal strength is decreased, noise starts to appear on the received signal. At some signal level, the noise increases dramatically and the signal becomes unreadable.