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I recently bought a dozen used DB224 antennas, all complete and all with very good cables and connectors. My question is how do you tell if they are A/B/D/or E?
I checked all of the specs I could fine and it seems the A&B are the same total length. Would there be a difference (measurable) in the element size?
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
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I have downloaded all of the specs I could find and none of them stated they were mechanical specs. Thanks for the idea I will search for those tonight and see where I end up.
Thanks again
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Given that these antennas are available in several models that cover different band splits, I would expect there to be some (perhaps subtle) differences in element size and spacing. Otherwise, why would there be different models?

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Given that these antennas are available in several models that cover different band splits, I would expect there to be some (perhaps subtle) differences in element size and spacing. Otherwise, why would there be different models?

John
That was what I figured, I was trying to find out just what models I bought. Since I have several of the old system repeaters and half a dozen duplexers that are all marked with the operating frequency's, my best guess would be B models. I was just trying to confirm this thought.
Thanks for all of the help and information I have received from everyone here.
Bob
 
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