The relay switches the coax between either end of the phasing line.
w6...@comcast.net wrote: > I recently obtained a pair of KLM yagi's for satellite work. They both have > the KLM polarity switching box mounted and wired up. Since I havent put them > up yet, and not well versed in the subject, I got out my ohm meter just to > see what was what on this item. I noticed that both driven elements have > continuty to the center pin of the coax at the same time. I was under the > impression that the relay switched back and forth the driven elements to give > either RH or LH polarity. I havent applied the 12 volts to the box yet to > check that out, but was just curious. One thing I have noticed while using > the downlink yagi is that I get very little fade due to polarity when I turn > the antenna. I hope that is a good thing?? I havent checked the uplink yagi > to see if it has the same results. > > I hope someone can enlighten me abit. > _______________________________________________ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
