Simple Ham Radio Antennas

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiaHtmOB57Y. Your ARRL Field Day Antenna doesn't have to be complex and labor intensive.  In this video from NG9D, we see how a simple 80 meter end-fed NVIS antenna can bring hours of operating fun and reliable state and regional contacts.  NG9D covers the basic theory and installation of the end-fed NVIS antenna, as well as demonstrating how easy it is to make contacts using simple equipment. If you want to gather some local or regional contacts for your Field Day log, then try this simple, easily erected antenna.  With the use of balanced feed line and a wide-range "tuner", this NVIS antenna can cover several HF bands, giving you both daytime and evening capability with just one antenna. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl....

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiaHtmOB57Y. If you need a simple, reliable antenna that will cover your region, county, or state, please consider building a Near Vertical Incidence Skywave (NVIS) antenna.  In this video from NG9D, we learn how to design, build, and use an 80 meter NVIS antenna.  The video includes details of this antenna, the theory of operation, and a brief demonstration of the NVIS antenna during daytime operations. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news ( a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://amateurradionewsinformation.com (Amateur Radio News & Information). https://www.eham.net. http://www.southgatearc.org. Thanks for joini...

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser searchbox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiaHtmOB57Y. In this video, NG9D offers a simple end-fed halfwave antenna suitable for 80 meter portable and emergency operations.  Most of the signal radiated by this antenna is high angle, making it ideal for Near Vertical Skywave applications (NVIS). NG9D provides necessary construction details, theory of operation, and a brief demonstration of how the antenna works in the field.  A nice, simple, inexpensive antenna that should be included in your "go kit." For the latest Amateur Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://paper.li/kh6jrm/1430289353 (Amateur Radio News & Information). Other sites of inte...

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiaHtmOB57Y. A simple, easy to follow tutorial on how to build an end fed Near Vertical Incidence Skywave Antenna. NG9D does an excellent job of explaining the installation details and the general theory of operation behind this versatile, inexpensive portable antenna.  NG9D also provides a demonstration of this antenna in his own backyard.  NVIS antennas provide excellent coverage out to approximately 300 miles/486 km--perfect for local and regional contacts. For the latest Amateur Radio news and information, please visit these sites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. http://www.kh6jrm.info (breaking news for radio amateurs). http://arrl.org. http://arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (weekly podcast undated every Friday). Other sites of interest: http://hawaiisciencedigest.com (science a...

If you're having trouble viewing this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiaHtmOB57Y. This is post # 1006 in a continuing series of "Simple Ham Radio Antennas." Here's simple, effective end fed field antenna for 80 meters.  In this video, NG9D explains the installation, theory, and operation of this easy-to-make antenna suitable for either portable or emergency situations.  The antenna is designed to cover the  3.5 MHZ ( 80 meter band ), and is primarily a NVIS (near vertical incident skywave) antenna.  The high-angle radiation angle of this antenna makes it perfect for local, state, and regional coverage. NG9D made his antenna out of commonly available parts, including approximately 160-feet/48.78 meters of insulated wire , some banana plugs , and an antenna transmatch (i.e. "tuner"). As with all end fed wire antennas, don't forget to have a radial ground or counterpoise system....

If you're having trouble viewing this video, please insert this title link into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiaHtmOB57Y. This is post #969 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas . Near Vertical Incidence Skywave Antennas (NVIS) are ideal for local or regional contacts, especially during times of natural or human-caused disasters.   HF NVIS antennas form the emergency "backbone" to the VHF/UHF bands usually used for local emergencies.  If repeaters are lost or greater distance is required to contact emergency management officials, then simple, portable NVIS antennas can provide the necessary "gap filler."  A properly designed NVIS antenna can provide reliable communications up to 300 miles/480 km or more depending on propagation. In this video, NG9D describes a basic, easily-made 80 meter NVIS antenna suitable for portable or emergency use.  NG9D provides installation details, theory of operation, and a brief demo...