Wahhab, YI3WHR, is researching some Baluns and is having trouble deciphering what the baluns strengths and capabilities are in comparison to an antenna. So Dave will explain, Baluns vs Antennas, What is best for What?
Antenna
Tuning an Antenna without an Analyzer
“Lee, KD9SWA, wants to know how to tune his antenna without an analyzer as he does not have one right now. He has an SWR meter and some good met... Read more
New Antenna Uses Saltwater and Plastic to Steer Radio Beams
Liquid-based antennas offer unique advantages over metal ones By Michelle Hampson A new antenna that uses saltwater and plastic instead of metal to sh... Read more
Antenna Yagi 17 elements 4 bands – GPX Antennas
Frequency: 7, 14, 21, 28 MHz Number of elements: 7 MHz – 3 el. 14 MHz – 4 el. 21 MHz – 4 el. 28 MHz – 6 el. Gain dBd: 5,8... Read more
JK Mid-Tri-40 2 Elements on 40M / 3 Elements on 20M/ 4 Elements on 15M / 5 Elements on 10M / 26 Foot Boom
The JK Mid-Tri has been designed for Hams looking for a Mid level, cost effective but high quality Tribander antenna. This Tri-Bander’s... Read more
Review
Best Ham Radio Brands for 2021
If you are a beginner in Ham Radio, you might be wondering what the Best Brands are for Ham Radio in 2021. In this video I explain the Best Brands for... Read more
Fully Wireless ICOM IC-705 to Computer Connection for Digital Modes (WSJT-X, JS8Call, WinLink)
-The dream of completely wireless connection between radio and computer is a reality with Firmware 1.20 on the ICOM IC-705. I know have a few of my co... Read more
TYT MD-2017 Dual Band DMR Digital Radio Unboxing
TYT MD-2017 Features 3000 Channels 400-480MHz UHF Frequencies 136-174MHz VHF Frequencies Built-in CTCSS/DCS (Analog Mode) 5W/1W Output Power Repeater... Read more
USDX USDR+ 8 Band HF SDR Transceiver
Here we take a look at a cheap clone of a uSDX Transceiver. Read more
Equipment
N6ARA TinyPaddle – Jack – Assembled
N6ARA TinyPaddle – Jack – Assembled Small and lightweight iambic paddles. Intended use: Backup paddles for field operations Ultralight radio kits User... Read more
ICOM IC-705 Antenna Mounting Bracket & Patch lead
NEVADA RC-105 A beautifully made bracket, complete with, BNC to SMA patch lead and mounting mounting screw, for connecting a PL-259 style portable ant... Read more
TJ2B 2015 HF SSB CW Handheld Transceiver
New version in production. Scheduled shipment time: Beginning of Mar. 2015 TX:3 Ham band(40m/20m/17m) covering RX:5-25MHz New S m... Read more
TH-D74A KENWOOD D-STAR HT (144/220/430MHz) – Test Report
TH-D74A KENWOOD D-STAR HT (144/220/430MHz) KENWOOD D-STAR HT (144/220/430MHz) FCC Part15B(CSR) TEST REPORT FCC ID: K44440900 This device is certified;... Read more
