by kb9vbr | Apr 3, 2025 | Activation Log
Magnetic Loop antennas get a bit of a bad rap. Nay-sayers will frequently latch on their shortcomings: low power capability, tight bandwidth, dropping efficiency. Personally, I think they are just misunderstood. Magnetic Loops have a small footprint, excellent size to...
by kb9vbr | Nov 19, 2024 | Parks on the Air
Get a Parks on the Air master class. I join Steve as he does his first POTA: from setting up the pain in the a## antenna, finding a clear frequency, and getting on the air. Be sure to stick to the end for the valuable master class of information as we debrief the...
by kb9vbr | Oct 31, 2024 | Antennas
What could be better than the magic carpet, or the window screen ground network for your vertical antenna? Dave, KZ9V, joins me to show you his faster deployment of an elevated radial system that puts ground radials to shame. CamJam Cord Tightener:...
by kb9vbr | Mar 12, 2024 | Parks on the Air
Watch me, in real time, as I deploy an end fed half wave antenna, set up my station on a picnic table, and do a QRP (5 watt) POTA activation on the 15 meter band. Products seen in this video:Weaver Leather Products 12 ounce throw weight: https://amzn.to/47jxpeSAtwood...
by kb9vbr | Feb 19, 2024 | Getting started
These are the two things you need to do to a new piece of coax cable before you start using it. Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This does not affect the price you pay. Like what you see? You can leave me a...
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