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    • Feed lines and matching11
    • Installation and protection4
      • Towers and masts
      • Rotators and controllers
      • Lightning protection and grounding
      • Antenna restrictions and PRB-1
  • Transceivers and station equipment
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Compendium › Antennas › Installation and protection

Installation and protection

Getting an antenna up and keeping it safe.

Towers and mastsChoosing and installing supports.Rotators and controllersTurning a beam reliably.Lightning protection and groundingProtecting people, equipment and antennas.Antenna restrictions and PRB-1Zoning, covenants and your rights.

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