Reducing the height at which RF Tx lines leave the tower and enter the building will reduce the susceptibility of lightning damage.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not specified
• D. N/A

Answer: (B)

Lightning energy can surge into equipment through RF lines regardless of where those lines enter a building. The entry height does not meaningfully change how much surge energy can reach the equipment or how likely damage is. What really limits susceptibility is a solid protection setup: a proper lightning protection system, good grounding and bonding between the tower and building, and surge protection devices on the RF lines at entry. By ensuring a low-impedance ground path and protecting the line entry with appropriate devices, you minimize the risk of lightning-induced damage. So the statement is not correct.