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![]() "Warpcore" wrote in message ink.net... You need two different antennas: one for shortwave, and one for the scanner because of the difference in frequencies. Not necessarily so. [snip] For a receiving antenna to perform satisfactorilly, you need it to be at least 1/4 wavelength long, and 1/2 wave is even better, but at shortwave frequencies, this length can get to be considerable, compared to scanner frequencies, where an antenna only needs to be a few inches long. So the actual antenna can't be the same for shortwave as for scanners. [snip] You definitely need the VHF/UHF antenna designed for its frequency bands but it's amazing what can be picked up with a very short antenna on SW. Many radios overload when connected to efficient antennas - too much antenna picks up too much energy for the radio. Another consideration is interference from devices in the house or nearby. Your recommendation for the scanner antenna to be high and in the clear with good co-ax is also a good recommendation for the SW antenna to minimise local interference. No harm in connecting the scanner antenna to the SW radio - you may be pleasantly surprised. If you have the ideal radio, then, of course, the ideal antenna will make the ideal combination. But it's a practical world filled with compromises and trial and error. Tom |
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