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Ham Radio 10 Meter Ground Plane Antenna. Post 1976.

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If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLgFeTpIX4A. Thanks to Dave Tadlock (KG0ZZ) for this comprehensive look at making a simple 10 meter ground plane antenna.  The antenna can be placed on a mast or deployed as a ground mounted vertical antenna. Dave takes you step-by-step in the design, construction, and testing of this versatile antenna.  Even though propagation doesn't support much 10 meter activity these days, you can get plenty of local and regional coverage during the day.  Why not start a local 10 meter net, conduct code practice, or join Ten-Ten International to keep the band alive?  Technician licensees also have a small slice of the band for SSB contacts as well as CW and other digital modes. Dave has done a thorough job of explaining how to make an effective antenna at a reasonable price. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: ht

Ham Radio 10 Meter Ground Plane Antenna. Post #1286.

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If you can't view this article, please enter this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?=aLgFeTpIX4A. In this video from Dave Tadlock (KG0ZZ), we get a step-by-step tutorial on how to design, build, and use a 10 meter ground plane antenna.  The antenna can be supported on a mast using a simple counterpoise as the ground plane or as a ground-mounted vertical employing a ground radial system.  In my experience, mounting the antenna at a height of approximately 1/2 wavelength (16.5 feet/5/03 meters) above ground level,along with a simple counterpoise or drooping radial system will give better performance than leaving the antenna mounted close to the ground. 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)

Simple Ham Radio Antennas--Ham Radio 10 Meter Ground Plane Antenna. Post #576.

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A good, basic introduction to the theory, design, and building of a 10 Meter Ground Plane Antenna from Dave Tadlock (KG0ZZ). If you have difficulty in viewing this video, please insert the following URL into your browser search box: https://youtu.be/aLgFeTpIX4A.  Most of the materials for this simple, efficient antenna can be found at the nearest hardware store or building supply outlet.  I built one of these antennas a few years ago using material and wire from the Home Depot Store in Hilo, Hawaii .  If you mount this antenna at least a half wavelength above ground (approximately 16.5 feet/5.03 meters), you will get some excellent performance on 10 meters.  Of course, propagation will play a significant role in helping your signal go beyond your immediate neighborhood.  If you mount this antenna at ground level, but sure to install a good radial ground system.  For the latest Amateur Radio news and events, please check out the blog sidebars. These news feeds are updated dail