Building a dipole for 40 and 20 meters. Post #1105.
If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVKRnQmrx3k. Here's an easily made dipole antenna for 40 and 20 meters that could be used for portable, home, or emergency operations. This antenna can serve as a backup antenna for the 2017 ARRL Field Day Event, set for 24-25 June 2017. If you follow the step-by-step instructions from "RC286", you should have a working 40/20 meter dipole antenna in a few hours. Most of the materials can be found at the nearest hardware store or building supply outlet. For the latest Amateur Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpres.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.wordpress.com. http://www.kh6jrm.info (breaking news for radio amateurs). Other sites of interest: http://hawaiisciencedigest.com (science and technology news for radio amateurs). https://hawaiiintelligencedigest.co