also, if I'm going to be away from the house for any extended period of time
I disconnect the antennas when I leave. Usually, if I don't, we get a storm
and then I have to worry about it.
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From: "Colin McDonald" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2005 11:24 PM
Subject: Re: Do you know when to disconnect your antenna?


yeh that is a good point, on HF gear especially, you can hear the static
crashes start to increase in intensity when there is lightening in the area.
You should be able to hear it on VHF as well if you have a substantial
outdoor antenna which i am guessing you must if you are worried about
lightening strikes.
Make sure you have at least an 8 foot ground rod in and all your radio
equipment and antenna well grounded to that ground rod.
If you live in an area with allot of lightening possibilities perhaps do
some research online regarding lightening arresters and lightening damage
preventatives.
73
Colin, VA6BKX