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=KRBRcWcDg9w .  This is post 2258 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. If you enjoy portable operations, you'll find this video on random wire antennas from Kevin (W6RIP) interesting.  Random wire antennas, properly designed with a counterpoise or simple ground radial system, can perform quite well in "field" conditions. Kevin has done a good job of showing us how to assemble and deploy such antennas in remote locations.  Hopefully, you won't meet winter conditions encountered by Kevin. If you enjoy the challenge of "field" operations and are suitably equipped, you'll find getting outdoors with your radio equipment a rewarding experience. Here are a few guidelines from Kevin: "I finally made my 80m Random Wire Antenna for a Mountain Top Overnighter. Needed a wire to work 80m. My solid gear choices

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAlPQbf0SV0&list=PLAjpQM3cGOdO83PLddRqsmwQzEGGAAwHd&index=18&t=0s&app=desktop .  This is post 2257 in  a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. If you want to operate several bands during the ARRL Field Day, why not build a simple, inexpensive "Fan Dipole Antenna"? In this great, "down-to-earth" tutorial from Callum McCormick ("DX Commander"), we learn what is need to design, build, and test this dipole variant. Here are some of Callum's comments: "I have built so many fan dipoles, I have now forgotten most of them! And I have never found the spacing between elements too critical either. Tune the longest one first (apparently) and it'll just work. Amazing fun. Balun Myths: https://youtu.be/q_Wn9c8HwcA Easy SWR: https://youtu.be/9GK0NAVltTE HEY! Subscribe here: https://goo.gl/t

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0G6gSWBNww .  This is post 2255 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to the "RadioPreppers.com" youtube channel for this excellent review of the Polish 8.5m/27.88ft Light Weight VHF antenna mast. Buy one for that next emergency, portable, or Field Day operation. Here are some comments from the "RadioPreppers.com" website: "My opinion on military antenna masts and a review of the Polish 8m light VHF mast from Ebay seller tdm_electronics, with actual set-up and radio contacts. Item name: "Lightweight field antenna mast VHF 8,5m." Please see: https://www.patreon.com/radioprepper " ----- 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/ http://www.hamradioupdate.com.

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdrIOKXF7jE .  This is post 2254 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Much of what I learned about communications and antennas came from my service in the USAF.  I used that knowledge to work in the broadcast field for 40 years and to secure my Amateur Radio License. It's good to see some of the outstanding military communications videos brought back to life by Matthew of "Military HF Radio." This video is part 5 of an excellent tutorial on HF communications and HF antennas.  The video covers a lot of antenna theory, construction, and testing in just over a half-hour.  The discussion of the T2FD (terminated folded dipole antenna) is especially noteworthy. This video would be excellent for amateur radio licensing classes or amateur radio club meetings. ----- For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please vi

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l91JL2ImEbk .  This is post 2252 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. If you need an excellent receiving antenna for HF and MF bands, then you can't beat the "classic" Beverage Antenna from the early 1920s.  Although significant space is needed to deploy this antenna, the rewards are great. In this expertly done video from Steve (VE6WZ), we get a full tutorial on the theory, design, construction. and use of the Beverage Antenna.  Here are some of Steve's comments: "Various methods for construction and installation of a Beverage RX antenna in the field. Described are methods for wire layout, tree clearing, wire support and both feed-point and termination installation using tree supports. Also shown is how the relay boxes for multiple Beverages, and the broadside phasing boxes are deployed in the field." -----

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khZRVZnugio .  This is post 2251 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. It doesn't take a lot of money or equipment to get on the air for the upcoming ARRL Field Day or for portable operations. In this video from Johnny (W5KV) of the "Signal Search" youtube channel, we see how only a few components can put you in touch with radio amateurs worldwide.  Why not make this simple antenna for ARRL Field Day station? Here are some of Johnny's comments: "In this video, we'll discuss how to construct a dipole antenna for Amateur Radio using 50 ohm coax, a cutting board, and some simple hardware. Amateur Radio doesn't have to be an expensive hobby. 73 de W5KV." ----- For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://ww

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q8rpDif8OQ .  This is post 2250 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Sporatic E propagation arrives in late spring and early summer, and provides enhanced range for Amateur/Ham Radio bands from 10 meters to 2 meters In this video from Josh Nass of the "Ham Radio Crash Course", we get a complete review of everything you need to know about Es and its impact on VHF bands (including 6 meters). Here are some of Josh's comments: "Ham Radio DX joins us again on another interview to talk about his experience on how to work sporadic E for long distance comuncation from 10 meters through 2 meters. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo_j... - State of the Hobby Survey https://www.radiosoth.org/2020/05/202... - Youtube Hamfest! www.youtubershamfest.com - NCDXF International Beacon Network https://www.ncdxf.org/beacon/ - Spi