T9B – Feed lines: types, attenuation vs frequency, selecting; SWR concepts; Antenna tuners (couplers); RF Connectors: selecting, weather protection

- [[T9B01]] (B)
What is a benefit of low SWR? #card
	- A. Reduced television interference 
	- B. Reduced signal loss
	- C. Less antenna wear
	- D. All these choices are correct

- [[T9B02]] (B)
What is the most common impedance of coaxial cables used in amateur radio? #card
	- A. 8 ohms
	- B. 50 ohms
	- C. 600 ohms
	- D. 12 ohms

- [[T9B03]] (A)
Why is coaxial cable the most common feed line for amateur radio antenna systems? #card
	- A. It is easy to use and requires few special installation considerations
	- B. It has less loss than any other type of feed line
	- C. It can handle more power than any other type of feed line
	- D. It is less expensive than any other type of feed line

- [[T9B04]] (A)
What is the major function of an antenna tuner (antenna coupler)? #card
	- A. It matches the antenna system impedance to the transceiver's output impedance
	- B. It helps a receiver automatically tune in weak stations
	- C. It allows an antenna to be used on both transmit and receive
	- D. It automatically selects the proper antenna for the frequency band being used

- [[T9B05]] (D)
What happens as the frequency of a signal in coaxial cable is increased? #card
	- A. The characteristic impedance decreases
	- B. The loss decreases
	- C. The characteristic impedance increases
	- D. The loss increases

- [[T9B06]] (B)
Which of the following RF connector types is most suitable for frequencies above 400 MHz? #card
	- A. UHF (PL-259/SO-239)
	- B. Type N
	- C. RS-213
	- D. DB-25 

- [[T9B07]] (C)
Which of the following is true of PL-259 type coax connectors? #card
	- A. They are preferred for microwave operation
	- B. They are watertight
	- C. They are commonly used at HF and VHF frequencies
	- D. They are a bayonet-type connector

- [[T9B08]] (D)
Which of the following is a source of loss in coaxial feed line? #card
	- A. Water intrusion into coaxial connectors
	- B. High SWR 
	- C. Multiple connectors in the line
	- D. All these choices are correct

- [[T9B09]] (B)
What can cause erratic changes in SWR? #card
	- A. Local thunderstorm
	- B. Loose connection in the antenna or feed line
	- C. Over-modulation
	- D. Overload from a strong local station

- [[T9B10]] (C)
What is the electrical difference between RG-58 and RG-213 coaxial cable? #card
	- A. There is no significant difference between the two types
	- B. RG-58 cable has two shields
	- C. RG-213 cable has less loss at a given frequency
	- D. RG-58 cable can handle higher power levels

- [[T9B11]] (C)
Which of the following types of feed line has the lowest loss at VHF and UHF? #card
	- A. 50-ohm flexible coax
	- B. Multi-conductor unbalanced cable
	- C. Air-insulated hardline
	- D. 75-ohm flexible coax

- [[T9B12]] (A)
What is standing wave ratio (SWR)? #card
	- A. A measure of how well a load is matched to a transmission line
	- B. The ratio of amplifier power output to input
	- C. The transmitter efficiency ratio
	- D. An indication of the quality of your station’s ground connection