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RBEmerson · 26-02-2009, 08:15

Um, if you're under way, I suppose it would matter, but on the hook or tied up, if heeling's an issue, it's time to ask what the weather's doing or why the boat is that badly out of trim.

But why stop at 12 db when the Hawking antenna does even better (and, yes, 3 db does make a difference)?

On the issue of directionality and gain, TINSTAAFL applies to antennas, too. Gain comes from reducing the volume of coverage, no way around it. The trick is to find the compromise that fits your needs.

DISCLAIMER: I have no connection with Hawking Technology, save as a customer.

26-02-2009, 08:15	#49
RBEmerson Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: SE PA Boat: Baba 35 - One With The Wind Posts: 375	Um, if you're under way, I suppose it would matter, but on the hook or tied up, if heeling's an issue, it's time to ask what the weather's doing or why the boat is that badly out of trim. But why stop at 12 db when the Hawking antenna does even better (and, yes, 3 db does make a difference)? On the issue of directionality and gain, TINSTAAFL applies to antennas, too. Gain comes from reducing the volume of coverage, no way around it. The trick is to find the compromise that fits your needs. DISCLAIMER: I have no connection with Hawking Technology, save as a customer. __________________ S/V One With The Wind '85 Baba 35 Now heading down the ICW Last edited by RBEmerson; 26-02-2009 at 08:17. Reason: Added disclaimer