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parabolic antennaA bowl-shaped antenna that converts air waves into a narrow beam. Widely used for all forms of radio transmission, the bowl reflects the incoming waves to a receiving element at the center of the antenna. parabolic antenna [¦par·ə¦bäl·ik an′ten·ə] (electromagnetism) Antenna with a radiating element and a parabolic reflector that concentrates the radiated power into a beam. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Rather than dealing with today's weaponry, the author concentrates on modern communications, from small transmitters used to locate dead soldiers' bodies to splicing into a dish antenna to send messages. The Metabox tested in Las Vegas was for the free-to-air satellite receiver tuner using a 36-inch parabolic dish antenna, and was able to recognize and display the intended free-to-air satellites in use over North America. The ViP622 DVR will be available in the first quarter of 2006 for a one-time upgrade price of $299 for new lease customers, which includes a dish antenna and free standard professional installation (monthly DVR fee applies). |
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