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Hp4kev
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Antenna help

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I have a diamond d190 and a diamond x50n antenna
They are in the loft but will be getting installed on the roof very soon. I spoke the the installer. I questioned him regarding do they need a earth/ground
He said he fits lots Antennas for amateur radio uses and never has earth/ ground an antenna.
Is this chap a cowboy
Any info be great đź‘Ť
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These types of antennas use DC grounding, so they do not require to be earthed separately.
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Re: Antenna help

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No earth needed. I have an x30 on a lashing kit on the chimney. Works brilliantly
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