Nick’s Signal Spot is a new feature in which Nick Langan explores RF signals, propagation, new equipment and related endeavors. For VHF FM radio and TV long-distance signal reception enthusiasts, or ...
Propagation is the process of multiplying existing plants. It allows gardeners and plant enthusiasts to reproduce their favorite varieties, save rare species, and rejuvenate aging ones. Asexual ...
VHF is widely used in broadcasting, voice and data communications, avionics, and even some types of radar, but there is a widely held misconception that most VHF propagation is simply “line of sight.” ...
Abstract: In order to improve the prediction accuracy and robustness of radio wave propagation in the very high-frequency (VHF) band, we proposed a combination prediction model (hereinafter referred ...
Abstract: In order to improve the prediction accuracy and robustness of radio wave propagation in the very high-frequency (VHF) band, we proposed a combination prediction model (CPM) based on the ...
The higher a marine VHF antenna is mounted, the greater the distance its VHF radio can transmit and receive. That means one of the best installation locations for top radio performance is overhead on ...
A long-held adage maintains that a marine fixed-mount VHF radio is only as good as the antenna with which you match it. Translation: Don’t spare the dollars. Major brands such as AirWave, Digital, ...
The author is the head of technical and infrastructure department at German national public broadcaster Deutschlandradio. The reception of radio programs with smartphones is becoming increasingly ...