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From: billn@hpcvaac.cv.hp.com (bill nelson)
Newsgroups: sci.electronics
Subject: Re: Amplification of an RF signal from an antenna
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Date: 31 Dec 90 19:48:40 GMT
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myers@hpfcdj.HP.COM (Bob Myers) /  4:01 pm  Dec 15, 1990 / writes:
>> I am attempting to build an amplifier for my FM antenna to improve
>>reception. Does anyone out there in netland know the maximum peak to
>>peak voltage and current that I can put into my antenna port? Also, any
>>suggestions on implementation? I am considering a push-pull amplifier.
>>Thanks.

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>So that we don't get into too much detail here, may I suggest getting a
>copy of the latest ARRL Radio Amateur's Handbook?  It will describe a number
>of suitable amplifiers and the theory behind them.  (Note that anything the
>ARRL describes for use in the amateur 2-meter band should be easily
>adaptable to broadcast FM.)

Or, you could run down to your local Radio Shack and buy one.  The biggest
problem with amplifying FM signals is that you also multiply the multipath
error signals also. Your first choice should be the best FM antenna you
can find - then, if that is not sufficient, use an amplifier.

Bill