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Old October 19th 07, 03:45 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.antenna
Mike Kaliski Mike Kaliski is offline
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"John Doe" wrote in message
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Is this antenna only for RECEIVING, or could it be used for Xmitting as
well??

73's


John

This antenna is best used for receiving. While it could be used for
transmitting, the losses through the matching and switching networks mean
that other designs are more efficient at radiating a signal.

For example, ferrite rods make great compact receiving antennas, but are
practically useless for transmitting. Just because you have a great
receiving antenna, it doesn't mean that it will transmit equally well.

Mike G0ULI