Ditch Witch 150RT - Manual (Page 42)

150R/T Operator’s Manual
Locating Concepts - 41
Antenna Configuration
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Antenna Configuration
The 150R receiver is available with one of two antenna configurations: peak or null.
Peak
Uses a horizontal antenna to detect signal. Response is highest at strongest signal.
Null
Uses a vertical antenna to detect signal. Search width is narrower than peak. Response is lowest when
receiver is over the line.
Advantages/Disadvantages
Read the descriptions below and determine the antenna configuration that best fits your job.
Antenna Antenna Advantages Disadvantages
peak more range less precise
null sharp response easily distorted in
congested areas