[Elecraft] Re: ARRL 160 Rx antenna
Thanks Vic, I'll look it over. If nothing else, it would be a great backup antenna when the winds rip the other one down! 73, Julius n2wn I built a ferrite loop antenna for 160, and it is much quieter than my inverted L. See http://www.qsl.net/k2vco/ferriteloop/ferriteloop.html ...at least, look in a few minutes -- QSL.net appears to be down right now! ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Re: ARRL 160 Rx antenna
Hi Bill, The idea behind a Rx antenna is to provide some direction (Front to Back) and or null offending noise sources. Where it is difficult to have a 4 element 80M yagi at 120', it is possible to have a beverage, loops, phased short verticals or other type antenna. This antenna generally makes it easier to hear the other station. My transmitting vertical was VERY noisy compared to the Rx antenna. It makes all the difference between hearing DX or QRP stations and thinking you're all alone on the band. On 160 and 80, the difference can be quite dramatic. The Elecraft module lets you have a seperate antenna without playing the switching game outside of the rig. Plus you get 160! Hope this helps. 73, Julius n2wn --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Julius, Would you (or anyone) please elaborate on the use of an Rx antenna? Thanks Bill K3UJ This was the first time I used the Rx Antenna feature and it was invaluable. Thanks to everyone for a great 'test! 73, Julius n2wn K2/100 #3311 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Re: ARRL 160 Rx antenna
J F wrote: The idea behind a Rx antenna is to provide some direction (Front to Back) and or null offending noise sources. I built a ferrite loop antenna for 160, and it is much quieter than my inverted L. See http://www.qsl.net/k2vco/ferriteloop/ferriteloop.html ...at least, look in a few minutes -- QSL.net appears to be down right now! -- 73, Vic, K2VCO Fresno CA http://www.qsl.net/k2vco ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
