I just tested out my Motorola Vhf model 2 XTS5000R at Dayton Hamfest in digital mode and the works great. However when asking around If anyone had a Motorola Vhf stubby antenna for sale for use with my public safety mic, I was advise that I should never use a public safety mic with a stubby vhf antenna because It can hurt me. Does anyone have any Idea how It's possible that I could hurt myself using a public safety mic with vhf stubby antenna on my XTS5000R?.
I remember reading somewere on these fourms that Motorola doesn't recomend using a public safety mic on Vhf band radio's but they didn't state any reason?.
Thanks.
Motorola Vhf Stubby antenna?
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Tom in D.C.
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Antenna damage...
Some believe that RF energy in close proximity to the human
brain can have long-term negative effects. Others say
this is baloney.
As to VHF vs UHF damage I have no idea what any supposed
differences might be. Remember we're talking about radio
transmissions, usually under 7 watts, that last ten or fifteen
seconds, unless you're an airtime hog who likes to run down
his battery by talking longer.
And I feel the way you do about digital; it sounds great.
Regards,
brain can have long-term negative effects. Others say
this is baloney.
As to VHF vs UHF damage I have no idea what any supposed
differences might be. Remember we're talking about radio
transmissions, usually under 7 watts, that last ten or fifteen
seconds, unless you're an airtime hog who likes to run down
his battery by talking longer.
And I feel the way you do about digital; it sounds great.
Regards,
Tom in D.C.
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