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=QAW2KKWumcY. I've always found the "tuning" process involved with small magnetic loop antennas to be somewhat tedious.  These antennas are very sensitive to small changes in frequency and adjustments can be a bit taxing.  But, thanks to this excellent, informative video from Johnny of "Signal Search", the tuning process can become easier and less stressful. In this video, Johnny uses a magnetic loop design by W4OP.  As with many magnetic loop antennas, adjustment of the coupling loop is vital to precise tuning.  With a little time and effort, small magnetic loop antennas can become viable options for those operating in deed-restricted homes or apartments. 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 w

VK7JJ Squid Pole Antenna-Perite. Post #1575. http://perite.vk7jj.com/vk7jj/squidpoles.html. Author:  VK7JJ. Accessed on 04 August 2018, 1957 UTC, Post #1575. Comment: This interesting antenna design comes from our radio amateur friends in Australia, where the popular telescoping fishing rods known as squid poles have found a variety of radio applications.  The Squid Pole is a cheap, collapsible, self-contained portable antenna that can be configured for the 80, 40, 30, and 15 meter amateur radio bands using a spirally-wound wire, appropriated loading coils, an ATU, and a rudimentary ground radial system.  The article is divided into several closely related parts: General description of the squid pole antenna. Construction details and loading coil fabrication. Parts required. Connecting antenna to the ATU. Ground radial considerations. If you can't obtain an Australian Squid Pole, you can buy a telescoping fiberglass mast from a variety of manufacturers, includ

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6PvUg2D0F4. You never know when you'll need a simple, portable 2 meter antenna. This easy, do-it-yourself project is perfect for your mobile "go-kit" or for a quick portable operation at a nearby park. Here are the materials needed for the antenna: "3/4″ PVC pipe – Length to suit 3/4″ adapter 8xMPT 3/4″THD Dome Cap SO-239 connector 6ft. 14 GA Romex wire qty. 4 4-40 stainless screws qty 8 4-40 stainless nuts 50 ohm coax Length to suit" ---------------------------------------- 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://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://amateurradionewsinformation.com (Amateur Radio N

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ43Q0robws A brief discussion about RF propagation is often what's needed to clear up many HF antenna problems. Calllum McCormick (M0MCX) does an excellent job of introducing RF propagation and discussing what all the numbers, indices, and forecasts mean.  Although this program is geared for those preparing for the Foundation Amateur Radio License, it contains a wealth of valuable information for both veteran hams and newly licensed operators.  Very well done. 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://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://amateurradionewsinformation.com (Amateur Radio News & Information). https://www.eh

Five Band Indoor Magnetic Loop Aerial by G4IZH. Post #1572. http://qrznow.com/five-band-indoor-magnetic-loop-aerial-by-g4izh. Please click link to read the full article. Accessed on 02 August 2018, 0038 UTC, Post #1572. Comment: Although this antenna is a bit complicated, you may want to consider G4IZH's design if you can use no other antenna on your lot.  The "aerial" requires a bit of technical skill, but the rewards of completing this project far outweigh its challenges. G4IZH says the antenna covers the 20, 17, 15, 12, and 10 meter Amateur Radio bands (14 MHz to 29.7 MHz) with a 1:1 SWR throughout the tuning range.  Each construction step is illustrated by excellent photographs and helpful suggestions. Like any compromised antenna, there are limitations that should be considered: "The main problem with mag loops is that they are very high Q and need to be re tuned even for a relatively small change in frequency so a motorised tuning capacitor ar