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Antennas : 4M
  • 70Mhz (4 metre) Delta Loop Antenna - Discover the success story of creating a 4-meter Delta Loop antenna, ideal for improving radio communication. This horizontally polarized antenna offers efficient performance when mounted at VHF heights, catering to both HF and VHF characteristics. A simple, DIY project suitable for portable setups, providing versatile options for radio enthusiasts.
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Antennas : Antenna Calculators
  • Online LInked Dipole Designer - The page for designing linked dipole antennas allows users to swiftly create a versatile multi-band antenna suitable for portable applications in outdoor settings, such as in the field or on mountain tops.
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Antennas : Dipole
  • Field-Tested VP2E Antenna - The author explores the VP2E antenna, introduced by Ed Durrant DD5LP, for Portable Operations on the Air (POTA). Detailing its unique design, successful trials, and an unexpected propagation twist, the VP2E proves a promising addition to the author's portable antenna arsenal.
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Antennas : Mobile
  • DIY Portable Car Whip Antenna - Being frequently away from home, the author owner of an Elecraft KX3 missed the opportunity to work /M. They devised a portable antenna solution, incorporating a coil and car body, enabling multi-band tuning. Despite its unconventional design, the antenna exhibits promising performance, resembling a vertical dipole.
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Antennas : Portable
  • A Compact and Stealthy Field Portable Antenna - In the quest for an ideal field portable antenna, the author recounts experiments involving various wire configurations. While a previous candidate, a 41ft random wire, proved effective but lacked stealth, the search led to a surprising rediscovery of a design previously rejected—the Rybakov Antenna. With a focus on simplicity, rapid deployment, and multiband capability, the author explores the versatility of a 26ft Rybakov, avoiding the halfwave trap. The article delves into the antenna's performance and its potential as a discreet, resonant solution for field operations, addressing the challenges encountered during a POTA activation. Additionally, the Unun/Balun design used in conjunction with the Rybakov Antenna is discussed, providing insights into achieving a balanced system.
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  • 3 Band Mono Loop Portable Quad - Handmade drawing of a 3 bands single loop, portable quad antenna used by the author during his dx pedition in Kenya as 5H3FM. This antenna is done using 3 telescopic spreaders and the spreader kit for 1 element quad by spiderbeam.
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  • Portable Half-Square Antenna: - The author explores a portable version of the half-square antenna, typically a single-band structure. Using a 9:1 unun for versatility, they describe construction with speaker wire, deployment using collapsible poles, and field tests, achieving successful contacts on multiple bands. The article suggests efficient matching methods and concludes with the antenna's integration into the author's portable options.
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  • Yaesu ATAS-120A Portable Tripod: Enhancing Efficiency - In this post by N6CTA, discover the conversion of the Yaesu ATAS-120A screwdriver antenna for portable use. The author details the creation of two sets of radials, 16 and 32 in 16ft lengths, aiming to optimize the efficiency of ground-mounted antennas. Additionally, insights are shared on attaching male quick disconnect blade tabs, with potential plans for a radial plate kit.
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Antennas : Wire
  • Wire on the Ground: Portable Radio Success with Grasswire Antenna - The author shares a unique experiment with a 200ft Grasswire antenna—laying wire directly on the ground. Despite inherent losses, the setup enables successful radio communication with a Kentucky station, highlighting the antenna's practicality for portable use with minimal power.
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Operating Modes : Portable Operations
  • Versatile Field Radio Kit - Alan (W2AEW) shares his comprehensive portable field radio kit, showcasing various antenna options and accessories for POTA activations. The kit, housed in a repurposed camera bag, features the Elecraft KX2 Shack a Box, AX1 antenna kit, and additional accessories. With thoughtful organization and adaptability, the kit offers flexibility for different deployment scenarios, ensuring efficient operation in diverse field conditions
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Operating Modes : QRP
  • Antennas for QRP Operation - Antennas for low-power operation resemble those for 100W use. Minor adjustments, like capacitor voltage ratings, may apply, but basic principles persist. Portable antennas, notably Backpack Antennas for weight-conscious setups, hold relevance beyond QRP. While some antennas function acceptably at higher power, efficiency issues arise at QRP levels. Testing antennas at 100W exposes weaknesses, particularly in tuners, crucial for efficient QRP operation.
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Technical Reference : Raspberry Pi
  • Mini Satellite-Antenna Rotator Mk1 - This project is a portable device used to automatically point a directional antenna towards an orbiting satellite. It takes all the effort out of little kids holding the antenna and figuring out where to point it. It allows students to talk through Amateur Radio satellites or download weather satellite images. Note: This is a complex DIY project for the advanced kit constructor.
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