Simple Ham Radio Antennas

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbXmAcf9MmI . If you're disappointed in the multiband HF performance of your G5RV antenna, try the ZS6BKW antenna as modified by N4UFB and AE4VJ.  With the possible exception of 450 ohm ladder line, most of the materials needed for this multiband HF antenna are readily available.  N4UFB and AE4VJ discuss the theory, construction, and testing of this antenna in easily understood terms. The ZS6BKW design is easily built and quickly adjustable. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. 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=vcyeyphLTIg . HOAs and CC&Rs seem to be the trend in housing these days.  These deed restrictions can create numerous roadblocks to erecting Amateur/Ham Radio antennas for HF/VHF/UHF stations. In this video from KG5OCW, we see how antennas can be designed and used without drawing undue attention to your ham radio activities.  You many find these suggestions helpful in your situation. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. 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=khZRVZnugio. Sometimes it's good to review basic antenna theory and practice before we embark on another antenna project.  What could be simpler than the "classic" HF dipole antenna? In this video from Johnny (W5KV), we learn how easy it is to design, build, test, and use a HF dipole antenna with only simple tools, some 50 ohm coaxial feed line, a cutting board, and some household wire.  An effective HF dipole antenna can be inexpensive, effective, and fun to use. Johnny does an excellent job of taking us from basic antenna theory to completed antenna in only a few steps.  His explanations are clear, concise, and easy to follow. This video would make an excellent club or license class presentation. 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=MQI2G6uqQhw. A good, simple introduction on installing HF mobile antennas on modern vehicles from the staff of UK-based Waters and Stanton Ham Radio Store. Topics range from antenna installation to proper grounding and noise/hash suppression.  A useful guide for both beginners and seasoned antenna pros. 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 by HQ ARRL). https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://www.eham.net.com. 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=YQr9gg7umg0. Mobile HF antennas can be difficult to install, tune, and use because of several problems, including poor grounding, the use of fiberglass in vehicle bodies, rf "hash" from onboard electronics, and poor connections. In this video from K1GMM, we see how some of these problems can be identified and "tamed".  An important element of K1GMM's mobile HF antenna is the hefty air coil which is tapped to obtain a decent match to his transceiver. K1GMM offers several suggestions that can help make you next mobile HF antenna a bit easier to install and tune. 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 by HQ ARRL). https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. htt