Simple Ham Radio Antennas

  If you need a quick, easy-to-build random wire antenna "just to get on the Air", then this project from Joshua (VO1RFX) is for you. The antenna uses locally available materials and can be assembled in a matter of minutes. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edvPZfiePJM Thanks for joining us today. Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Joshua (VO1RFX). In this video, we're building a random wire antenna. It's a "just get on the air" build that can go up in an afternoon. The best antenna is the one you have in the air! Equipment: Sony A7RII Konica Hexanon AR 28mm f/3.5, Sony 50mm f 1/.8 Zoom H5 Rode NTG5 Edited entirely using opensource software. Ask Get answers, explore topics, and more Ask questions Transcript Follow along using the transcript. Show transcript VO1RFX 35 subscribers Videos About

  Most hams I know prefer a limited selection of HF antennas for home and portable use.  These antennas include dipoles, verticals, and multi-element beams. In this video, Allan (VA3BHY) makes a strong case for a 71-ft (21.64m) random length wire antenna.  According to Allan, his antenna covers 5 HF bands and fits snuggly onto his property. While this antenna isn't for everybody, it does well in cramped spaces.  Carefully designed with the proper baluns and a sturdy antenna transmatch (tuner), this antenna will provide hours of enjoyment.  Give this antenna a try--you will be surprised how well it performs. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szvoNYhziDQ. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Allan (VA3BHY): This video will show the performance of my 71 feet long wire antenna all DIY. I prefer this antenna from all the an...