User's Manual

ANTENNAS
TYPES OF FIXED ANTENNAS
396 ENVOY™ TRANSCEIVER REFERENCE MANUAL
Related links:
Earthing the antenna on page 378
Noise suppression on page 365
End-fed broadband antenna
Description
The end-fed broadband antenna is a multi-frequency antenna.
Where used
The end-fed broadband antenna is designed for rural outposts, not built-up areas.
Installation
The end-fed broadband antenna is easily and permanently installed. It requires masts
and sufficient space for installation. No installation or operational adjustments are
required.
Advantages and limitations
Table 43: Advantages and limitations of the end-fed broadband antenna
Advantages Limitations
Wide range of operating frequencies.
Suitable for point-to-point and
base-to-mobile applications.
Must be positioned at right angles to the
desired direction of communication.
Due to its large size, it requires a large
area for installation.
Due to its broadband properties, it has a
low immunity to noise.