Hi Bill, The idea behind a Rx antenna is to provide some direction (Front to Back) and or null offending noise sources.
Where it is difficult to have a 4 element 80M yagi at 120', it is possible to have a beverage, loops, phased short verticals or other type antenna. This antenna generally makes it easier to hear the other station. My transmitting vertical was VERY noisy compared to the Rx antenna. It makes all the difference between hearing DX or QRP stations and thinking you're all alone on the band. On 160 and 80, the difference can be quite dramatic. The Elecraft module lets you have a seperate antenna without playing the switching game outside of the rig. Plus you get 160! Hope this helps. 73, Julius n2wn --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > Julius, > > Would you (or anyone) please elaborate on the use > of an Rx antenna? > > Thanks > Bill K3UJ > >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> > > This was the first time I used the Rx Antenna > feature > and it was invaluable. > > Thanks to everyone for a great 'test! > > 73, > Julius > n2wn > K2/100 #3311 > > > > _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
