Wednesday 18 November 2009

A VHF/UHF Nagoya Antenna and more...

The new acquisiton for my shack...
While I'm still waiting for some free time to build the Yagi antenna, this one will do! Pretty okay so far!


Super Magnet Antenna Dual Band
UT-108UV Nagoya Antenna

Specifications:
Frequency: 144/430MHz
Gain: 3.0db
Max power: 20 Watts
V.S.W.R: Less 1.5
Impedance: 50 OHM
Connector: BNC
Magnet size: 31 mm
Length: 510 mm
Coaxial Cable: RG-174 A/U 3M
Weight: 113g



And a very nice and handy micro/speaker from Jetfon, the JR-4009, will complete the pack I bought last Sunday at ARVM's Radio Fair!

Friday 6 November 2009

A 2m Backpaker Yagi Antenna - my next challenge

This is a lightweight antenna designed by KD5IVP. It's simple to build and lightweight. It is for use on the 2 meter band. This video is the explanation on how to build it. It will be my next challenge...