Antennas: How to select,
position, install and tune
the right one for you.
Basically, you hâve two types of
mobile CB antennas -- fulI-length
whtp and loaded whip — and a variety
of types of mounts (depending on
where you locate your antenna) to
choose from.
Midland markets a broad linę of
high-performance antennas. The
dealer who sold you your Midland CB
can advise which type is best for you.
Essentially, you hâve five location
choices; the roof, gutter, rear deck,
front cowl or reai buc per
Where you décidé to locate your
antenna will determme the type of
antenna you install. Again, consult
your Midland CB Dealer for advice and
guidance, and measure your rieeds
against the attribufes of the varions
Midland antenna models he car ries.
Where you locate your antenna
does make a différence.
Sonie general rules for antenna
location thaï can aid CB performance:
1. Put your mount as high on the
vehicle as possible.
2. The higher the proportion of
antenna length that is above the
roof, the better.
3. If possible, mount the antenna in
the center of whatever surface you
choose.
4. Keep antenna cables away from
noise sources, such as ignition
system, gauges, etc.
5. Make sure you hâve a solid metal-
to-metal ground.
6. Exercise care to prevent cable
damage.
Antenna installation.
Follow the manufacturer‘s
installation instructions carefully.
Warning: Never operate your CB
radio without attaching an antenna or
with a broken antenna cable. This can
resuit in damage to transmitter
circuitry.
Tuning your antenna.
Some antennas are factory tuned.
However, performance can usualiy be
improved by siightly lengthening or
shortemng its length, using a Standing
Wave Ratio (SWR) meter. For the exact
procedures to be used, refer to the
antenna manufacturer’s installation
manuał.
You can buy an SWR meter
separately or hâve your antenna
checked by your Midland CB Dealer's
service department.
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