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DTV | HDTV Reception and Antenna Discussion
Replace existing antennas, or relocate one of my antennas?
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<p>[QUOTE="dkreichen1968, post: 98207, member: 6026"]Tim,</p><p></p><p>I haven't had the chance to experiment with a longer dipole since there isn't any low VHF in my area, but I believe that if you add it on to the existing design you will need to space it at 18" behind the 29" dipole. My theory is that each element acts as a reflector for the one in front of it and the signals add in phase. If you were to space the 82" at 4" behind the 29" I have a feeling that it would cancel out the high VHF signals. But, like I say, I haven't had a chance to experiment with that layout.</p><p></p><p>Dan[/QUOTE]</p><p></p>
[QUOTE="dkreichen1968, post: 98207, member: 6026"]Tim, I haven't had the chance to experiment with a longer dipole since there isn't any low VHF in my area, but I believe that if you add it on to the existing design you will need to space it at 18" behind the 29" dipole. My theory is that each element acts as a reflector for the one in front of it and the signals add in phase. If you were to space the 82" at 4" behind the 29" I have a feeling that it would cancel out the high VHF signals. But, like I say, I haven't had a chance to experiment with that layout. Dan[/QUOTE]
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