Magic Carpet Antenna for HF Ham Radio


 

Operating your amateur radio station from an apartment or other deed-restricted property presents a difficult challenge.

But, with a little effort and creativity, you can get on the air with a usable HF signal.

In this video, Mike (K8MRD) creates what he calls a "magic carpet" antenna using metal window screen sections and the popular "Wolf River" HF coils.

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9vA3wEhD0o.

Thanks for joining us today.

Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

Here are some comments from Mike (K8MRD):

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Intro

0:00

Antenna Setup

0:35

Antenna Test

2:48

Testing

3:42

Conclusion

6:07

Lawrence

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Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

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