Re: [BVARC] Fwd: Please Identify this antenna ?

[Robert Polinski via BVARC]

That is a Channel Master TV antenna. Do not hook to your ham radio and 
transmit. Bad things will happen. The small end should be pointed to the 
antenna farm in southwest Houston. You will pick up 25-51 channels on your TV. 
TV must be set to receive local stations and you will have to do an channel 
scan. Unless you are near the stations, the antenna works much better outside. 
Antennas mounted in the attic seldom work well. Robert KD5YVQ

 

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Tarek Amine via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2024 8:18 AM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Tarek Amine 
Subject: [BVARC] Fwd: Please Identify this antenna ?

 

Second attempt.  Typed the address wrong.  

Thank you.  

Sent from my iPhone


Begin forwarded message:

From: tami...@icloud.com  
Date: January 24, 2024 at 06:16:45 CST
To: bv...@bvarc.org  
Cc: Tarek Amine mailto:tami...@icloud.com> >
Subject: Please Identify this antenna ?

 

Hi All,

 

While inspecting the attic for antenna option I noticed this existing antenna 
that was left over from previous owner.  Can anyone tell me what is it? How to 
test? Should I hook a radio directly to try and get out might that damage the 
radio without know what it is?

Thank you for your input. 

 

I am attaching a picture and a video.  

 

Many thanks 

Tarek (KJ5DMN)

 

Sent from my iPhone

 


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[BVARC] FW: [CSVHFS-Net] January VHF and Above News from N4DTF

[John Parmalee via BVARC]

 

 

From: Members  On Behalf Of Trent Fleming
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To: 902-1296-weak...@groups.io; memb...@csvhfs.org
Subject: [CSVHFS-Net] January VHF and Above News from N4DTF

 




Friends,

 

While the magazine I've been writing for is taking a break from publishing, I 
am trying to keep on top of VHF and Above activities, and posting my articles 
to my blog.

 

http://n4dtf.com.trentflemingoutdoors.com

 

Please share the link with anyone who might be interested!

 

73,

 

Trent

N4DTF

 

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Re: [BVARC] Kit building resource for all

[Rick Hiller via BVARC]

I've used quite a few of the FAR PC boards way back when.   Great tent to
visit at Hara Arena too.

73...W5RH

On Tue, Jan 23, 2024 at 11:48 PM Chris Medlin via BVARC 
wrote:

> All,
>
>
>
> Since we have a lot of new hams in the area… and there may be some old
> timers who have never heard of the site either… FAR Circuits.
>
>
>
> https://farcircuits.net
>
>
>
> FAR Circuits sells very affordable kits with etched boards and all the
> parts for many many projects. They pull them from ham radio magazine
> articles.. so if you have ever read an article on a project build and have
> ever considered building it, this is a great source for the parts and
> schematics all in one place.
>
>
>
> Download the catalog, or just use the “find” feature within your browser
> to look for keywords of things you are interested in building.
>
>
>
> They have been in business for 35 years.. I used to visit them at their
> tent at Dayton back in the day.
>
>
>
> Here is an excerpt from their website:
> *FAR Circuits is exclusively a manufacturer of Printed Circuit Boards for
> electronic projects that are used by the Amateur Radio and electronic hobby
> enthusiast. We supply boards in any quantity, but are geared toward low
> volume and individual circuit board users. We have been in business for
> over 35 years, and have boards in stock for most of the Ham projects
> published in QST, QEX, ARRL Handbook, the old Ham Radio, 73's, Amateur
> Radio Today, CQ, WIFB Designer Notebooks, Popular Electronics, QRPp, QRP
> Notebook, Communications Quarterly, Electronics Now, and others. FAR
> Circuits can supply board(s) for projects published in other magazines if
> the artwork is published in the article. The Printed Circuit Boards
> supplied are generally on G10 material, drilled and solder coated, and
> ready to be assembled. We maintain a small inventory of Integrated Circuits
> for some projects - please check the individual project listing for
> availability.*
>
>
>
> Enjoy and happy building!
>
>
>
> 73/Chris/AC5CM
> 
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-- 
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*Cell/VM/Text:832-474-3713*
*Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive*
*   Houston, TX 77036*

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Re: [BVARC] Fwd: Please Identify this antenna ?

[Mike Hardwick via BVARC]

I just put one up for the local channels. 

Mike Hardwick.

> On Jan 24, 2024, at 8:57 AM, Rick Hiller via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> Vhf. Uhf.  Tv. Log periodic / yagi.  Mfg by Winegard maybe.  With a  300 to 
> 75 ohm matching xfmr.
> Your question shows how rare these things are anymore.   Used to be every 
> house had one or more on the roof……rotatable even.
> 73…..W5RH
> Sent from my i-Thingamajig
> 
>>> On Jan 24, 2024, at 8:38 AM, John Mechura via BVARC  wrote:
>>> 
>> 
>> Furthermore, if you follow the coax you may find an amplifier and perhaps a 
>> distribution block going to different rooms.  
>> 
>> Another guess I would make is that the roof does not have a radiant barrier 
>> so your attic should be an acceptable location for antennas, for the most 
>> part.
>> 
>>> On Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 8:30 AM John Mechura  wrote:
>>> Television receiving antenna.  
>>> 
>>> They were installed in the attic to preserve from weather and also to 
>>> prevent this "ugly" thing from being seen from the street.  
>>> 
>>> It is a Yagi or perhaps Yagi-Uda.  
>>> 
>>> You can see the matching transformer, known as a balun connected between 
>>> the coax, 75 ohms, and the antenna terminals, 300 ohms.  
>>> 
>>> I would not transmit into it just for a test, but do know that it is for 
>>> the obsolete television channels 2 through 13, which are VHF.  
>>> 
>>> It may be possible to modify it for VHF use, however, and I would also 
>>> guess that the small end was pointed in the direction of the Dewalt antenna 
>>> farm.  
>>> 
>>> Looks to be in good shape, by the way.  
>>> 
>>> 73,
>>> John, KI5HOC
>>> 
 On Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 8:19 AM Tarek Amine via BVARC  
 wrote:
 Second attempt.  Typed the address wrong.  
 Thank you.  
 Sent from my iPhone
 
 Begin forwarded message:
 
> From: tami...@icloud.com
> Date: January 24, 2024 at 06:16:45 CST
> To: bv...@bvarc.org
> Cc: Tarek Amine 
> Subject: Please Identify this antenna ?
> 
> 
> Hi All,
> 
> While inspecting the attic for antenna option I noticed this existing 
> antenna that was left over from previous owner.  Can anyone tell me what 
> is it? How to test? Should I hook a radio directly to try and get out 
> might that damage the radio without know what it is?
> Thank you for your input. 
> 
> I am attaching a picture and a video.  
> 
> Many thanks 
> Tarek (KJ5DMN)
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
 
 
 
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Re: [BVARC] Fwd: Please Identify this antenna ?

[Rick Hiller via BVARC]

Vhf. Uhf.  Tv. Log periodic / yagi.  Mfg by Winegard maybe.  With a  300 to 75 ohm matching xfmr.Your question shows how rare these things are anymore.   Used to be every house had one or more on the roof……rotatable even.73…..W5RHSent from my i-ThingamajigOn Jan 24, 2024, at 8:38 AM, John Mechura via BVARC  wrote:Furthermore, if you follow the coax you may find an amplifier and perhaps a distribution block going to different rooms.  Another guess I would make is that the roof does not have a radiant barrier so your attic should be an acceptable location for antennas, for the most part.On Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 8:30 AM John Mechura  wrote:Television receiving antenna.  They were installed in the attic to preserve from weather and also to prevent this "ugly" thing from being seen from the street.  It is a Yagi or perhaps Yagi-Uda.  You can see the matching transformer, known as a balun connected between the coax, 75 ohms, and the antenna terminals, 300 ohms.  I would not transmit into it just for a test, but do know that it is for the obsolete television channels 2 through 13, which are VHF.  It may be possible to modify it for VHF use, however, and I would also guess that the small end was pointed in the direction of the Dewalt antenna farm.  Looks to be in good shape, by the way.  73,John, KI5HOCOn Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 8:19 AM Tarek Amine via BVARC  wrote:Second attempt.  Typed the address wrong.  Thank you.  Sent from my iPhoneBegin forwarded message:From: tami...@icloud.comDate: January 24, 2024 at 06:16:45 CSTTo: bv...@bvarc.orgCc: Tarek Amine Subject: Please Identify this antenna ?






Hi All,




While inspecting the attic for antenna option I noticed this existing antenna that was left over from previous owner.  Can anyone tell me what is it? How to test? Should I hook a radio directly to try and get out might that damage the radio without know what
 it is?

Thank you for your input. 




I am attaching a picture and a video.  




Many thanks 

Tarek (KJ5DMN)




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Re: [BVARC] Fwd: Please Identify this antenna ?

[John Mechura via BVARC]

Furthermore, if you follow the coax you may find an amplifier and perhaps a
distribution block going to different rooms.

Another guess I would make is that the roof does not have a radiant barrier
so your attic should be an acceptable location for antennas, for the most
part.

On Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 8:30 AM John Mechura  wrote:

> Television receiving antenna.
>
> They were installed in the attic to preserve from weather and also to
> prevent this "ugly" thing from being seen from the street.
>
> It is a Yagi or perhaps Yagi-Uda.
>
> You can see the matching transformer, known as a balun connected between
> the coax, 75 ohms, and the antenna terminals, 300 ohms.
>
> I would not transmit into it just for a test, but do know that it is for
> the obsolete television channels 2 through 13, which are VHF.
>
> It may be possible to modify it for VHF use, however, and I would also
> guess that the small end was pointed in the direction of the Dewalt antenna
> farm.
>
> Looks to be in good shape, by the way.
>
> 73,
> John, KI5HOC
>
> On Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 8:19 AM Tarek Amine via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> Second attempt.  Typed the address wrong. 
>> Thank you.
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> Begin forwarded message:
>>
>> *From:* tami...@icloud.com
>> *Date:* January 24, 2024 at 06:16:45 CST
>> *To:* bv...@bvarc.org
>> *Cc:* Tarek Amine 
>> *Subject:* *Please Identify this antenna ?*
>>
>> 
>> Hi All,
>>
>> While inspecting the attic for antenna option I noticed this existing
>> antenna that was left over from previous owner.  Can anyone tell me what is
>> it? How to test? Should I hook a radio directly to try and get out might
>> that damage the radio without know what it is?
>> Thank you for your input.
>>
>> I am attaching a picture and a video.
>>
>> Many thanks
>> Tarek (KJ5DMN)
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>
>> 
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Re: [BVARC] Fwd: Please Identify this antenna ?

[John Mechura via BVARC]

Television receiving antenna.

They were installed in the attic to preserve from weather and also to
prevent this "ugly" thing from being seen from the street.

It is a Yagi or perhaps Yagi-Uda.

You can see the matching transformer, known as a balun connected between
the coax, 75 ohms, and the antenna terminals, 300 ohms.

I would not transmit into it just for a test, but do know that it is for
the obsolete television channels 2 through 13, which are VHF.

It may be possible to modify it for VHF use, however, and I would also
guess that the small end was pointed in the direction of the Dewalt antenna
farm.

Looks to be in good shape, by the way.

73,
John, KI5HOC

On Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 8:19 AM Tarek Amine via BVARC 
wrote:

> Second attempt.  Typed the address wrong. 
> Thank you.
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> *From:* tami...@icloud.com
> *Date:* January 24, 2024 at 06:16:45 CST
> *To:* bv...@bvarc.org
> *Cc:* Tarek Amine 
> *Subject:* *Please Identify this antenna ?*
>
> 
> Hi All,
>
> While inspecting the attic for antenna option I noticed this existing
> antenna that was left over from previous owner.  Can anyone tell me what is
> it? How to test? Should I hook a radio directly to try and get out might
> that damage the radio without know what it is?
> Thank you for your input.
>
> I am attaching a picture and a video.
>
> Many thanks
> Tarek (KJ5DMN)
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>
> 
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