[TenTec] Vertical radial question

[Dennis, NC2F]

Vince,

The radiation pattern of your signal can be affected by many factors, 
including radials. In fact, you can take the exact same antenna 
configuration in your yard, and move it to another location (even at the 
same height), and the pattern can change dramatically. The reasons are 
usually related to objects surrounding the path of or signal. As for 
your radials on a vertical, the best advice is to keep them even on all 
side regardless of the total amount used. Always check your antenna with 
an analyzer when adding or taking away radials as your signal to wave 
ratio changes too. It's best to have the SWR low at the antenna, and not 
have to rely on a transmatch to match a high swr. This is also better 
for your radio's finals...

73,
Dennis, NC2F

On 10/29/2006 8:38:13 AM, Vince Santis (vsantis at earthlink.net) wrote:
 > Good morning,
 >
 > Does the position of radials on the ground affect the directionality of
 > a vertical. I'm putting up a new vertical and faced with a long narrow
 > lot (50;x30;) as the only practical location for it. All comments and
 > help well be appreciated.
 >
 > TIA,
 > Vince Santis, N1VS
 > Winsted, CT 06098