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antennas are frequently used on hand-held sets to reduce the physical
length. Useful operating tips are to face the base station when using
the radio in low signal areas, while placing the set on a nearby car
roof effectively increases the performance of the antenna.
Safety
There are two safety aspects to consider when installing mobile anten-
nas: physical and electrical. The physical considerations are that the
antenna must be incapable of inflicting injury when it is in its cor-
rect position, and also when it has been bent or damaged. Rear wing
mounted antennas need particular care in their positioning; a Band 111
aerial tip is just about eye height when bending over an open boot
lid. The same considerations apply to hand-portables, helical antennas ...