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"3 Cheap Wire Antennas for new Ham Radio Operators.

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  Now that you've passed your amateur radio licensing exams, what kind of HF antennas can you build to enjoy your new privileges? In this video, Callum (M0MCX), the "DX Commander", shows three simple, inexpensive wire antennas that any radio amateur should be able to design, build, test, and use. These antennas include loops, dipoles, and verticals. These antennas can be modified to suit your preferences.   Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Callum (M0MCX): I show you exactly how to build the THREE best wire antennas that all ham radio operators should be able to build in their sleep. Presented originally at QSO Today. Callum. More videos:     • Antenna Modelling   Antenna Modelling     • Tips and Tricks   Tips and Tricks     • Antennas   Antennas     • Live Streams   Live Stream...

How to build a Halo Antenna for the 2-meter band.

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  If you want a compact, easy-to-build 2-meter antenna, then this "Halo Antenna Project" from Chuck (KK6USY) is what you need. Chuck provides all the dimensions and feed options available for this at-home or portable antenna.    This horizontally-polarized antenna was once a popular mobile antenna nearly 60 years ago. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqFMu6_ExMA. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).    Here are some comments from Chuck (KK6USY):      In this video I show how I built a halo antenna for the 2 meter band. I give dimensions and a close up view of the antenna at the end. m2 antennas, https://www.m2inc.com/FG2MHOLOOP Sal Electronics, http://sal-electronics.com/halo_anten... https://vk1nam.wordpress.com/2020/12/... https://qrznow.com/2-meter-halo-anten... Check out the Ham Radio Adventures Merch shop: https://sho...