Simple Ham Radio Antennas

N4KC's TOP-FIVE GET-ON-THE-AIR-QUICKLY ANTENNAS (http://www.donkeith.com/n4kc/article.php?p=22). Author:  Don Keith (N4KC). Accessed on 30 September 2017, 2125 UTC. Please click title link or enter title URL into you browser search box to read the full article. Comment: I ran across this fascinating article by Don Keith (N4KC) while I was searching for some new antenna ideas.  In this article, Don discusses five basic, easily-made antennas that will get you on the air quickly with a decent signal suitable for both DX and casual contacts.  According to Don, these simple, effective antennas are easy to build and use readily available materials. Here are the top five get-on-the-air-quickly antennas: The half-wave wire dipole. The doublet with parallel feed lines. The quarter-wavelength vertical with ground radial system. The horizontal loop. The original G5RV (a great antenna for the 40 and 20 meter bands). Don does an excellent job of describing the theory, design

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDHohc-w3Go. If you need an emergency 2 meter, 1/2 wavelength antenna for your next portable operation, look no further than a piece of unused coaxial cable in your "junkbox." In this video from Aaron of "Prepping Ohio", we see how easy it is to convert some surplus cable into a simple, effective, and light weight antenna for 2 meters.  Add this antenna to your "Go-Kit" today. For the latest Amateur Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://paper.li/kh6jrm/1430289353 (Amateur Radio News & Information). Other sites of interest: Hawaii Science Digest (https://paper.li/f-1476233615).

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMmnUiyH0eI. Considering how many natural disasters are occurring this year, it may be a good idea to make yourself an emergency "Go Kit" suitable for portable or emergency situations.  In this video from Julian (OH8STN), we see an example of a carefully thought out HF/VHF Go Kit using a Yaesu-817ND and a Chameleon Antenna MPAS (Modular Portable Antenna System).  This compact amateur radio station is lightweight, portable, and highly reliable.  Julian covers a variety of related topics in this post, including emergency power sources. For the latest Amateur Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.wordpress.com. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uUVMaRFMv4. One of my favorite antennas is the Delta Loop. It has some gain, receives well, exhibits low noise, takes up little space, and is fairly inexpensive.  In this video, Hiram Vazquez discusses the theory, design, construction, and use of this versatile, easily-made antenna.  You can use balanced feeders in conjunction with a 4:1 balun and an antenna "tuner" to attain multi-band capability. For the latest Amateur Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://paper.li/kh6jrm/1430289353 (Amateur Radio News & Information). Other sites of interest: Hawaii Science Digest (https://paper.li/f-1476233615)

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYypZ0Ot55I. Ham Stick antennas are the key to a simple, cost effective way to make a portable dipole antenna, which can be set up at Field Day or any other portable or emergency situation.  In this video from KG4YZI, we get an informative, step-by-step procedure on converting a few ham stick antennas into an easily built portable antenna. The MFJ-347 mount is a handy way to support the ham sticks. For the latest Amateur Radio News and Information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://paper.li/kh6jrm/1430289353 (Amateur Radio News & Information). Other sites of interest: Hawaii Science Digest (https://paper.li/f-1476233615). Hawaii I

ARRL president appeals for volunteers to support hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. Source:  E-mails to ARRL members. From:  Rick Roderick (K5UR), President, ARRL. Accessed on 26 September 2017, 0515 UTC. The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and many smaller Caribbean Islands have been devastated by Hurricane Maria.  Although relief aid is arriving in this area, many smaller islands, including Puerto Rico, are facing dire shortages of water, electricity, medical aid, shelter, and communications. ARRL President Rick Roderick (K6UR) has taken the rare step of appealing to the Amateur Radio Community, whether they be ARRL members or not, to support ongoing relief efforts in Puerto Rico. On Monday, 25 September 2017, Roderick issued a mass e-mail appeal for help and included several areas where radio amateurs can best serve first responders. Here's the full text of Roderick's message: Monday, September 25, 2017  Dear ARRL Member: There are few times when I have ne

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxwuXuIQvTE. If you've been waiting for a multiband HF antenna that doesn't require a "tuner", then this fairly new, easy to assemble antenna from Alpha Antennas could be your answer.  This antenna was introduced in 2016 and has become a favorite choice of those wanting a sturdy, quality-made antenna suitable for both portable and home use. In this video  from "videosbymike", we get an excellent tutorial on the antenna's theory of operation, how to assemble the antenna parts, and how to improve the efficiency of this vertical. This antenna could be a good choice for those of us who prefer a commercial product. For the latest Amateur Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.