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Hi All, I recently conducted an experiment to determine the potential correlation between Standing Wave Ratio and tidal changes on a vertical antenna. My vertical 6BTV antenna is mounted on my dock over saltwater. While many factors influence antenna performance, the proximity to conductive...

I need to know which antenna among the monopole, dipole, and discone is best for HF reception?

Hi All, I have a 6BTV antenna mounted over salt water on my dock. I wanted to share a video about the installation, and a video about the real world performance of my vertical antenna. This antenna does not feel like a compromise to me. 73 All, Paul

Hello, all! I am new to Radio Reference and relatively new to scanners in general. This is my first post and I don't know if this question has already been answered by I figured I'd take a shot. I currently own a Uniden SDS100 and would like to get better reception inside my home. I live about...

My original antenna that come with vx8de broke, so I bought the new one on ebay, which was said to be original. Delivered from Italy. When the package arrived I noticed that antenna is lacking VS logo at its base. I emailed parts@yaesu.com, but I didn't get an answer on my question, instead they...

Good morning I’m looking for a NMO antenna for my Uniden bcd536 Is there something that’s a “cover all”? Currently have a https://www.gigaparts.com/comet-antennas-sbb-224nmo.html For a little tri band radio I’m looking At dropping. But would prefer something universal for this scanner

I need to know which type of antenna is best for scanning 3 MHz to 3 GHz signals using a RTL2832U SDR? What is the difference between using a telescopic and a discone antenna? Which is better?

The title may seem kind of weird but this is a genuine question I wanted to know if a standard UV-5R Baofeng Antenna could work on an XTS 5000 This Motorola Radio I am getting supports 700/800 MHZ and the bottom of the antenna says "FM/136-174/400-520 MHZ." I am not looking for any responses...

Hey all I'm looking to buy this Tram 1410 Discone antenna but I'm a bit confused about which coax to use for this antenna. I have my Bcd996p2 which has a BNC f connector I'm looking to use it for P25 systems which is in the 700-800 MHz and also 400mhz thank you very much.

Good morning! I had an eventful weekend wrestling with my new HF rig, along with a a new LDG Z-11 Pro II ATU and setting up an inverted V antenna. I'm here seeking advice from pros who might lend their expertise to my current dilemma. Equipment: IC-7000 LDG Z-11 Pro II ATU RigExpert AA-650...

I have a public safety agency that is looking for a low profile antenna to be paired with a Motorola APX 8500. They are looking specifically for one manufactured by Laird Technologies, does anyone know of the model number for an antenna that would work with VHF, UHF R2, and 7/800? I have found...

Hey there just let know of any ideas I live on a ridge in Preston County above 2,500 feet with a clear view of the valley I can't run a tower or a pipe.. Somome help I need it on 10,11, and 12m

So I live in rural WV at an elevation of about 2590 feet, I'm currently renting so I need sim kind of base antenna. Landlord said I could mount on deck railing or any like that just really confused never bad this issue I need an antenna for 10-11-12 meters thanks

Good evening! Anyone with a Create 50-1300MHz CLP-5130-1N (or it's variants) measured how it performs transmitting in the VHF 150's & 160's MHz (MURS, Commercial, and Marine bands) and UHF 450's and 460's MHz (Commercial and GMRS bands)? If it is a decent performer in these areas, it may well...

I was trying to identify this type of large antenna and what it is used for. Based on the standard length of the architectural shingle tabs it has a overall estimated length of 14.7 feet. Its attached to a large pole that runs up the side of the building. There is a cable attached to the...

Afternoon Elmers, hoping you can set me straight on HT antennas. I have always been under the impression that HT antennas, especially the rubber ducks, are crap and the radios themselves are actually designed to be able to handle the fact that they Tx with crap stock antennas. Obviously, an...

I have had this mount sitting in my trunk for a few years now. I used to use it with a quick connect for my whips. Now, I believe a missing piece fell off and I havent a clue how to connect an antenna to it now. Can someone who may own one of these, take a pic, or tell me what should go on...

I have 2 SDR Tuners, 1 Loop antenna stuck in a window (so not exactly optimum setup). I have 1 SMA Passive Splitter (Came in a pack of 2 splitters on Amazon). SDRTrunk says I need another Tuner for the stations I want to monitor (Even after I disabled data). I read there is a 3DB Loss when you...

Hi, I have an SDS100 and I want to upgrade my stock rubberduckie antenna. I listen to mainly VHF and UHF. But the 140-155 spectrum is more important to me. I've read that the 842S fits the SDS100 and is the best. But, it is not available in South Africa. The SDS100 just took a month and a...

Hello, I'm a new user. I've previously owned an analog scanner and used it to listen to emergency channels before they went encrypted many years back. I decided to get back into it and ordered the Noelec RTL-SDR v5 from Amazon. I understand you ideally need two for trunking, but I wanted to see...