Hi all: Living in a small townhouse with all of its restrictions on antennas, a good EWE, Super Loop or other highly directional terminated antenna was always just a dream, until I discovered that such antennas can be placed indoors with good results. Just posted to DXer.ca and the Yahoo UltralightDX group is an article which describes the construction and use of a Super Loop that fits in my DX shack but has significantly increased what I can hear, especially TA/TP reception. I closely compared Slinky versus wire construction, the advantages and disadvantages of different size loops, the effect of PVC construction, and how small terminated loops stack up against commercially available active antennas. I also give a very positive review of the new Wellbrook FLG-100, designed for terminated loop use.
As more and more DXers find themselves in restricted quarters with little room to work with, smaller antennas like these, whether used indoors or outdoors, may be the best option available. In combination with the remote termination unit that I posted a little bit ago, my DXing has taken a definite step up, whether coupling the output to an Ultralight or feeding it to a desktop communications receiver. Here's the DXer.ca link: http://www.dxer.ca/file-area/cat_view/87-ultra-light-radio-files-area/97-ulr-antennas It is also in Section 5 of the Yahoo UltralightDX group Files section. Regards - Kevin S Bainbridge Island, WA __________________________________________ _______________________________________________ IRCA mailing list [email protected] http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: [email protected]
