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=yeb1PjllFAQ. Thanks to Josh Downs for this fascinating video on how to install a simple VHF/UHF radio system on a motorcycle. According to Josh, the heart of the system is the popular Baofeng UV-5R with an extended antenna.  Josh covers the installation from beginning to end, including where to store the batteries for extended operations. A nicely done presentation for those willing to combine their motorcycle touring with amateur/ham radio. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/ https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://www.eham.net. http://www.hamradioupdate.com. http://www.southgatearc.org. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4W5FFX3movg. "Remingtonh" offers another antenna solution for radio amateurs living in deed-restricted housing. As he explains, the heart of his stealth HF antenna is the MFJ-1979 1/4 wavelength 20 meter telescoping antenna: "In this video a demo a working HOA stealth HF transmitting antenna solution using the MFJ-1979 (1/4 wave 20-meter telescoping vertical), RadioWavz "Patriot 80" adjustable loading coil, Hustler mast, MFJ-909 capacitive matcher. I've updated to Wolf River Coils Silver Bullet 1000! https://youtu.be/p7P4ugDY7fs " ----------------------- For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/ https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislanda

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhqzlvmlND4.  This is post 2060 in a continuing series of articles on ham radio antennas. If you live in deed-restricted housing (HOAs and CC&Rs), you may find this video from "drez20001" interesting. In this video, we see how a metal gutter and downspout can be used as a HF antenna.  The video shows how to bind the metal pieces together to establish a good electrical connection.  Because of losses in this compromised antenna, you will probably need a good antenna transmatch (i.e. "tuner") and low-loss coaxial feed line to maximize the performance of this stealth antenna. Despite the shortcomings of this antenna, a metal gutter-downspout antenna will get you on the air without undue attention from your neighbors.  A compromise antenna is better than no antenna at all. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bo302ABvOro. Thanks to Dan Vanevenhoven (N9LVS) for this good, basic introduction to the theory, construction, and use of ground radial and counterpoise systems for vertical HF antennas. The ground radial/counterpoise system provides "the missing half" of a vertical antenna and allow it to be more efficient and stable. Dan does a good job of comparing a ground radial system for an AM broadcast tower to a simpler radial arrangement for an amateur/ham radio vertical.  For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/ https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://www.eham.net. http://hamradioupdate.com. http://www.southgatearc.org. Thanks for joining

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWZZlpHJKT8. If you live on a large piece of property and want to explore the fascinating world of 160 meters, you may find this extra long antenna interesting. Thanks to Bob Holowenko for showing us his winter 160 meter antenna. According to Bob, this antenna is a real powerhouse on the "Gentlemen's Band." Here's how Bob describes his antenna: "1000ft of 14ga AWG wire (7-strand) and some rope make one of the best performing antennas I've played with. This is made from 127ft of vertical wire, 6 127ft radials, and a pile of random wire, including a fence, make for a fun little antenna." For your convenience, here's the conversion from feet to meters: 1000 ft=304.87 meters. 127 feet=38.71 meters. ------------------------------ If you have room on your property, you may want to build one of Bob's 160 meter an

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrWLqixFFuc This video from "learnelectronics" takes us step-by-step in the assembly, tuning, and use of the popular Hustler 4BTV HF Antenna.  Please note how carefully the antenna is laid out prior to assembly and how protectants, such as anti-seize compound, are used to protect joints, screws, bolts, and nuts. A carefully planned assembly routine is vital if you hope to build this antenna right the first time. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/ https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://www.eham.net. http://www.hamradioupdate.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=KbFN78mrALQ. One of my favorite online video programs is "Ham Nation."  The 1.5 hour program covers a variety of Amateur/Ham Radio-related topics, including news, propagation, antennas, DX contests, and technical questions. In program 428, we get an excellent tutorial on "How To Moonbounce"--something that can be done with modest equipment and homebrewed antennas.  The discussion is clearly presented and is easily followed. Here are some of the other topics covered in this program: "YOTA Camp, equipment for moonbouncing. The Leonid Meteor Shower with Gordo, the AM band with George, Youth on the Air Camp at the Voice of America Museum with Neil Rapp and Jocelyn Brault, Amateur Radio Newsline with Don, Moonbouncing with Val and Lance Collister, your questions with Amanda and more! Hosts: Bob Heil, Gordon West, George Thomas, Don