Transmission - Holiday Navigator 2003 Owner's Manual

CB Transmission Range:
All CB radios transmit using the maximum FCC allowable power output of
four watts. The type of antenna used, its condition, location and physical
length, and the proper matching of the Standing Wave Ratio or SWR can effect
the amount of power that actually goes out.
Other factors that can enhance or detract from the effective range include:
the environment that the CB is used in, interference from other CB radios, tall
buildings or trees and certain atmospheric conditions.
If all negative environmental factors were eliminated, a properly set up
base station could transmit up to 10 to 15 miles. A mobile unit could transmit
five to seven miles, and a hand held unit up to approximately two miles with
the only variable being the type of antenna used with the unit. Unfortunately,
optimum conditions do not always exist and the range of the unit will be less
dependent on the conditions it is operated in.
CB Radio Antenna:
A good antenna is necessary for optimum performance of the CB radio.
The type of antenna used depends upon the type of CB and its intended use.
Purchase the best quality antenna for the greatest impact on the overall
performance of the CB radio.
Mobile CB antenna come in many different sizes and configurations for
just about any need or application. In general, the longer the antenna the better the
performance, although the longer lengths of 102 inches may not be practical for
most people.
Different types of antenna mounts are available. Some antennas mount to the
roof gutter or the mirror mount. Some mount to the vehicle bumper. Some
have a magnet mount that attaches to any metal surface on the vehicle body. If
the mobile radio is equipped for weather reception, a center-loaded antenna will
fit that requirement. If good weather reception and regular CB distance is a
priority, a dual band antenna is recommended. For distance only, a base loaded
antenna is recommended. If the vehicle does not have a metal body, a ground-
less plane antenna is recommended. These antennas are designed for special
applications where grounding the antenna is a problem.
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