HF DX Dipole for Ham Radio Beginners
Thanks to Peter Waters (G3OJV) for this excellent introduction to the world of dipole antennas. Whether you are a new radio amateur or a communications veteran, there's always something to learn with the "classic" dipole antenna. In this video, Peter discusses the theory behind dipole antennas, how to determine antenna length, how to select the best wire for the antenna, how to connect various feed lines to the dipole, and how to configure your new antenna for your home or field installation. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uy6Bv84KMOQ. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Peter (G3OJV): The dipole antenna design is the most popular antenna in the world. It is often used on its own or as the driven element is designs such as Yagis. It also happens to be one of the easiest and effective antennas for HF operation. Peter G3OJV ta...