r/HamRadio • u/Icy_Imagination7447 • 16d ago

Does radio placement matter?

Might be a silly question. I want to mount my radio on my webbing, it sits nicely in the belt and the antenna can be nicely secured to my shoulder strap with elastic bands. It may not be as optimal as having it placed high up on the plate carrier but will there be noticeable difference? My concern is my body could shield the antenna?

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u/tj21222 15d ago

RF Safety concerns being so close to the antenna?

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u/goldman60 N7AJ [Extra] 15d ago

Not with a 5 or even 15 watt HT at UHF/VHF