How to Build a Dipole Antenna in under 3 minutes

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 How would you like to design, build, and test a basic HF dipole antenna "in under 3 minutes?"

You can if you follow these instructions from Hayden (VK7HH) in this brief video.

This antenna is perfect for both field and home station use.  You can find most of the materials for this antenna at the nearest hardware or building supply outlet.

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=La7J313TS4U.

Thanks for joining us today.

Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA).

Here are some comments from Hayden (VK7HH):

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