Exam Review: HF Flashcards
1
Q
Purpose of HF?
A
Long range comms (wave skip off ionosphere)
2
Q
Frequency range of HF?
A
2-30MHz
100Hz increments
3
Q
What do we use to compensate for the length of the antenna?
A
ANTENNA COUPLER
4
Q
What is the purpose of the LIGHTNING ARRESTER?
A
Protects coupler/transceiver
5
Q
3 types of HF antennas
A
Straight wire
Lance/Probe
Notch
6
Q
What do we have to be wary of with HF comms?
A
RF burns
7
Q
When should we not activate HF?
A
People in vicinity
Fueling
Disconnected antenna