NPMR
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We have a Simrad fixed VHF set with a new mast top V-tronix(?) aerial. We also have an Icom handheld that lives in the cockpit.
Recently it dawned on me that I am hearing messages from further away, more clearly, with the handheld when the fixed set is not even squawking. When I turn down the squelch on the fixed set it goes to 'mush' while the handheld is still clear.
Fixed set seems to be clear and transmits OK (haven't called CG for a radio check but club launch picks us up OK all the time etc) but the handheld definitely superior receiving machine.
Any thoughts anyone?
Recently it dawned on me that I am hearing messages from further away, more clearly, with the handheld when the fixed set is not even squawking. When I turn down the squelch on the fixed set it goes to 'mush' while the handheld is still clear.
Fixed set seems to be clear and transmits OK (haven't called CG for a radio check but club launch picks us up OK all the time etc) but the handheld definitely superior receiving machine.
Any thoughts anyone?