Azimuth pattern - omni, Figure 3-2: phased dipole array antennas – Codan Radio Radio Repeater Systems Training Guide User Manual

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TRAINING GUIDE | RADIO REPEATER SYSTEM

Chapter 3: Repeater System Equipment

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The antennas in Figure 3-2 are “phased dipole arrays” and will provide increased gain in an omni-
directional or offset pattern. They are usually used for local coverage or “drop” purposes.

Figure 3-2: Phased Dipole Array Antennas

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Azimuth pattern - OMNI

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Vertical pattern - OMNI

FOUR BAY 150 MHz OMNI
dipole array with typical
azimuth and vertical radiation
patterns shown directly below

FOUR BAY 150 MHz OFFSET
dipole array with typical azimuth
and vertical radiation patterns
shown directly below

Vertical pattern - OFFSET

Azimuth pattern - OFFSET

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