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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>Group,</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>I have updated my contribution. Added a column for
the 4 el. beam. It is presently not in a good location and is in need of a
rotor, so no further testing was done. It is important to note that only 4 el.
brought the Torrington repeater up by a considerable amount. It was not heard
using the omni, but went up to one bar. Results should be better with a good
location and rotor. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>Thanks to Bob and Dave for being the local pioneers
on 222. The spread sheet is a great way to evaluate your station, keeping in
mind the gear does not always make the station! Location plays a significant
role. A modest omni and a small beam will serve quite well.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>If activity increases, I may consider a ten element
or stacked smaller beams in addition to the omni.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>George</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>N1YAE</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>