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How can I optimize my Fresnel zone in a radio link?

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How can I optimize my Fresnel zone in a radio link?

Planning — Correct antenna height, obstacles and orientation are essential to minimize problems in the Fresnel zone. Check the height of the antennas: at…

Category
Planning
Read time
4 min read
Date
2023-01-02

Check the height of the antennas: at both ends of the link it can affect the Fresnel zone. Ensure that the NetPoint antennas are high enough to have a good line of sight and to minimize obstacles in the Fresnel zone.

Obstacles in the Fresnel zone can obstruct or reflect the RF signal, which can affect link quality. The location of obstacles in the Fresnel zone should be verified and, if possible, eliminated or their impact minimized.

Check the orientation of the antennas: The orientation of the antennas at both ends of the link can affect the Fresnel zone. Ensure that the antennas are oriented properly to have a good line of sight and to minimize long-term problems.