[Lowfer] TMO and WA

Sat, 30 Nov 2002 00:08:40 -0500

> No Mike. We aren't ready for that. The routine tomorrow is "Wax
> On - Wax Off"  ....the loop wire, that is.
>

I'll stick my neck out and assume this is a skiing reference. Didn't get it
8-(

As for my testing tomorrow... I understand that the numbers are relative and
perhaps not linear. But I suspect that they will be repeatable. I'll shoot
for about 5 miles out in all directions. Will bring the GPS so I can be sure
of the distance.

I want to get a baseline so I can tell, generally, if any adjustments
improve the situation or not.

Mike
wa1ptc

> -----Original Message-----
> From: [email protected]
> [mailto:[email protected]]On Behalf Of Bill Ashlock
> Sent: Friday, November 29, 2002 11:50 PM
> To: lowfer
> Subject: Re: [Lowfer] TMO and WA
>
>
> >Tomorrow I will be going mobile with my IC 735 and e-probe to get field
> >measurements.
>
> No Mike. We aren't ready for that. The routine tomorrow is "Wax
> On - Wax Off"  ....the loop wire, that is.
>
> >At what distance(s) do you recommend I take the measurements.
>
> Not sure if this would prove anything unless the S-meter response
> is known from both an absolute and a relative sense. A single
> accurate reading at about two miles is the about all you need to
> determine if the equation for ERP based on Rr and loop current
> work out. It is kind of fun to see how the signal falls off with
> distance and direction, though. The signal falloff with distance
> should be inversely proportion to measurement distance within the
> first 10 miles. The 'attenuation factor' comes into play at
> greater distances, and that depends on the soil conductivity for
> the region, not the antenna.
>
> How about checking out the signal in a certain person's driveway
> (that say's he can't copy your signal?) - you know how this goes! <G>
>
> >Also, I was planning on taking them at N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W
> and NW. Would that be enough points of the compass?
>
> Sure. You will find that the power lines along the road side will
> drive you nuts! Look for cemeteries, school yards, or any area
> free of power lines and trees to make measurements.
>
> Bill
>
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>
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