Abstract :
The. circularly polarized mode of transmission has been proposed for TV. This paper reviews the theoretical aspects and corresponding advantages of circular polarization, such as improved local service, less critical antenna-orientation requirements, ghost-reduction capability, and potential advantages available for co-channel and adjacent-channel interference reduction. Should these features be verified by field tests, the results will be submitted to the FCC for consideration as part of the rule-making process. When the FCC adopts rules for circular polarization an opportunity will exist to improve the quality of television broadcast service to the public.
