1/4 wavelength at lowest expected operating frequency is optimal but
less can suffice but the more the better.   

-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators
[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Shaun Oliver
Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 3:09 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: antenna hight

hmmm. 20 feet it is then. I really don't fancy doing anything above that
hight.

Shaun
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On 25/03/2008 5:56 PM, the old scribe known as Howard Kaufman was able
to impart this pearl of wisdom:
> As high as you can is best.  If the neighbors are going to be upset, 
> you might as well have a good signal while they do it.  You get what 
> you can, but 20 feet will work if necessary.  If it is just for 
> recieve, height isn't as critical, but people still don't like to be
clothes lined by a wire.
> You do what you can with what you have, and enjoy ham radio.  Height 
> makes much more of a difference on VHf and UHF.
> You are never going to live in the ideal plane for radio, so just
enjoy. 
> 
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