by kb9vbr | Aug 5, 2024 | Product Focus
The Chameleon SA-1 is a compact easy to use antenna analyzer that will help you measure SWR and tune your multi band antenna, like the Chameleon PRV System or Wolf River Coil Silver Bullet 1000. The meter measures SWR from 1:1 – 19.9 in a frequency range of 1.6...
by kb9vbr | Jul 29, 2021 | Getting started
Antenna tuners are a vital, yet slightly misunderstood ham radio station accessory. In this video we talk about what an antenna tuner does and doesn’t do, how it works, and how to tune your antenna system with a manual antenna tuner. MFJ-949E Manual Antenna...
by Michael Martens | Mar 8, 2013 | Antennas
Here in the northern climes, the days are getting warmer and the snow is rapidly disappearing. But as warmer weather returns across the country, hams are getting ready to do their annual spring check and maintenance of their antenna systems. Winter can be hard on...
by Michael Martens | Jun 10, 2012 | 2 meter, Amateur Radio, Marine, Railroad, VHF
Here’s a common, and sometimes confusing, question that I get asked: “Do I need to do any special tuning, or need a tuner for my J-Pole antenna?” The easy answer to this question is: No. Now for a little background to the answer. The J-Pole and Slim...
by Michael Martens | Aug 21, 2011 | Amateur Radio, Antennas, News
A frequent question that is asked about my antennas is how much power can they handle. This is a common concern as there are many different styles and construction methods of J-Pole antennas. Depending on what materials are used to build your antenna, its power rating...
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