by Michael Martens | Aug 18, 2014 | Amateur Radio
Getting your antenna in the air can sometimes be challenging. Not all of us have unlimited real estate and 120 foot towers at our disposal to hang any radiator on that we please. We all have to work within the confines of our situation, meaning limited space, property...
by Michael Martens | Jul 28, 2013 | Antennas
Antenna mounting can be a tough subject. We want multiple radios on the air monitoring different frequencies and bands, yet we are limited by the amount of space available to place antennas. A common question I receive is how close can I mount this antenna to my other...
by Michael Martens | May 12, 2013 | Antennas
Last fall, my good friend and great amateur radio operator Dennis, W9PBB passed away. In his will he donated all his amateur radio and electronic gear to the local amateur radio club. We helped the family clean out his house last fall, but had to leave the tower until...
by Michael Martens | Aug 26, 2012 | 2 meter, 6 Meter, Amateur Radio, Antennas, GMRS, UHF
A common perception of J-Pole antennas is that because of their design, they have a tendency to couple with large metal objects and buildings. This is true if you are attempting to mount a J-Pole along side a house with metal siding or a steel shed. But does this...
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