7 courtyard or balcony HF antenna ideas for small spaces

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 Here are seven great HF antenna ideas for those living on small urban lots or in deed-restricted housing.

In this video, Australian radio amateur Peter Parker (VK3YE) explores several fascinating antenna projects that could keep you on the air despite severe space restrictions.

These idea range from vertical antennas attached to your balcony to horizontal wires concealed in your attic.  Each project offers a clever way to stay on the air with minimum cost and minimal visual impact.

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Thanks for joining us today.

Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA).

Here are some comments from Peter (VK3YE):

Got little space at home? Live in a townhouse, apartment or villa? That doesn't mean you can't play HF. Watch for ideas on HF antennas in small spaces. Contents 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Making the most of a balcony with verticals 4:02 Hanging wire from balcony 5:31 Horizontal antenna in attic 7:03 Making use of opening windows 7:43 Getting RF out of non-opening windows 8:52 Vertical in courtyard 10:03 Inverted L or end-fed 12:50 Only a few items needed 13:22 Oblong loop 15:56 Flagpole antenna 17:53 Wire concealed in tree 18:21 Summary 19:12 Ham Radio Get Started (book) PS: If you liked this video please consider supporting Amateur Radio VK3YE by: (then if you buy something I'll get a small commission at no cost to you)
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