Simple Ham Radio Antennas

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1bumy9XnKc In this video from "SurvivalComms", we learn how to make a simple, ultralight, inexpensive, and broadband UHF antenna.  According to "SurvivalComms", this homemade antenna covers 70 cm through GMRS frequencies.  This easy-to-build, lightweight, and durable UHF antenna would make a great addition to your amateur radio "go kit".  For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://www.eham.net. http://www.southgatearc.org. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FF5oFwpiYeE In this well-made video, "SurvivalComms" provides an overview of several wire HF antenna supports as well as a look at look at his own homebrewed antenna support system.  This video should give you some useful ideas for your next antenna deployment. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these web sites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://www.eham.net. http://www.southgatearc.org. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqTC7gE4TPQ Here's an example of what can be done for 160 meter coverage if you have sufficient space, time, and resources to tap "The Gentlemen's Band."   N1BUG has done an excellent job of showing the full sweep of this ambitious antenna.  This antenna shows meticulous care in placement, construction, and maintenance. One can always dream.  Even if you can't duplicate N1BUG's antenna, you can find a variety of designs online that could fit into your small urban lot or housing situation. With propagation being what it is these days, you may want to discover what 160 meters can offer.  At the very least, 160 meters makes an excellent "rag chew" spot for local and regional contacts. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9th_JBfMIk Radio amateurs worldwide are facing more restrictions on their antenna building projects.  Whether it's deed-restricted (HOA/CC&R) properties or the lack of space for erecting full-sized HF antennas, hams are turning to a variety of experimental and unusual antenna systems to transmit their signals. In this video from Julian (OH8STN), we see how an attic-mounted magnetic loop solved a major antenna issue for Julian's friend and former colleague in Ukraine. The antenna installation consists of the popular Chameleon F-Loop with the RTRR rotator tuner--all remotely controlled from the ham shack.  Hopefully, this antenna will be the answer to some of your antenna problems. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these web sites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl

9 Brilliant Ideas To Make Your Own Dummy Load https://www.dxzone.com/9-ideas-to-make-your-own-dummy-load/ Accessed on 17 December 2018, 2253 UTC, Post 1714. Comment: A "dummy load" should be required equipment for any ham shack or electrical experimenter's bench.  Simply put, a "dummy load" is an off-air device used to adjust and tune a transceiver.  A "dummy load" is a simulated antenna that permits test transmissions with out radiating rf energy beyond the device. Here are several "dummy load" projects from our friends at the DX Zone: A 100 watt dummy load. A 5400 watt dummy load. A 50 ohm dummy load. N5ESE QRP dummy load. QRP Power Meter and dummy load. An oil-filled dummy load. How to build a 130 watt dummy load (excellent video tutorial). Most of these projects can be built using locally available materials.  Any one of these dummy loads will make for an excellent weekend project.  Have fun and reduce RFI at the same