Broadcasting Telecasting (Jul-Sep 1960)

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^^110^ MULTI-V* ^ FM ANTENNA For Multiplex or Standard Service iLu^ 16. yri.>. vj. CO 7.7080 Andrew Corporation P.O.Box 296 Westwood, Massachusetts Attention: Mr. John Wyman Gentlemen: JLM X330 / 102.5 January 22. 1960 As you know we recently purchased one o[ your six-bay Multi-V FM broadcast antennas, and over 1000 feel of your H-1 Heliax for use on our new FM installation on the \VBZTV tower. Our choice of the antenna was based on our previous experience with antennas of this type, which have always performed very well. We are happy to say that our new antenna and co-ax are exceeding our best expectations, and giving excellent coverage for both our main channel and our multiplex transmissions. We do not hesitate to recommend highly this Multi-V Antenna to any broadcaster proposing new or improved FM facilities. Yours truly, PUchard L. Kaye / Station Manager "exceeding our best expectations" The ANDREW Multi -V is the standard of the industry. Over 353 Multi -V units have been installed to date, accounting for more than 50% of the stations presently licensed. Installations have been made in all climates and service is uniformly acclaimed both for standard and multiplex operation. De-icers are available for use when icing conditions ^U.S. PATENT 2,637,533Exclusive ANDREW design occur and can be added to units already in service. Similarly, the VSWR tuner can be added to existing installations without modifying the antenna. A new warehousing program assures quick deliveries of all standard units. Consult our Field Service group for installation quotations. Measured VSWR on a 16-bay production unit. Note bandwidth. VSWR tuner, Type 19893, is available for tuning out tower effect, thus, assuring optimum performance and eliminating need for field tuning individual boys. 2.6 2,4 2.2 K 2.0 \ '8 16 -BAY MULTI -V ANTENNA > 1.6 1.4 1.2 1 n t03 t04 105 FREQUENCY IN MC 106 107 HELIAX the flexible air dielectric cable HELIAX is the preferred cable for FM. low VSWR, greater mechanical strength and flexibility have made it the favorite of broadcasters. Available in continuous lengths in diameters up to S'/s inches. Boston ANTENNAS CORPORATION P.O. Box 807, Chicago 42, Illinois New York • Washington • Los Angeles • Toronto ANTENNA SYSTEMS TRANSMISSION LINES BROADCASTING, July 4, 1960