Describes a device, typically an antenna or microphone, that transmits or receives signals with equal strength in a 360-degree circle along a single plane. While the horizontal coverage is uniform, the vertical coverage often takes a flattened, doughnut-like shape to concentrate power where it is needed.
Heard on the job
Swap that directional Yagi for an omnidirectional antenna so we can pick up nodes from all sides of the campus.
Also heard as
- omni
Related terms
Directivity
A measure of how concentrated an antenna's radiated power is in a specific direction.
Telecommunications tower
A tall structure designed to elevate antennas and transmission equipment for wireless networking and broadcasting.
Hot microphone
A microphone that is actively transmitting or recording without the user actively pressing a button.