Antenna Suggestions for Mobile Trolling the San Diego RCS?

[sstephenson]

I just ordered an SDS100 and plan to use to monitor the RCS while I'm driving around San Diego. I'm looking for a compact antenna that'll keep it grab-and-go ready. Any suggestions?

 

[JeremyG760]

The Remtronix REM-820S is what I've been using and it is working great. Picked it up from Ham Radio Outlet on Kearney Villa Rd. Ordered online and picked up in store.

 

[Anderegg]

There are two antenna options I use for my SDS100, a stubby and full size 800Mhz with SMA. The stubby is a Laird EX-806-SM 1/4 wave. The full size is a 5/8 wave 2db gain Spectrumforce SMA. The advantage of direct SMA connectors on the antenna, vs BNC adapter versions, is you don't lose a bit of signal from the adapter. Also, the Spectrumforce is prettier and doesn't look "adapted" to the task. unless you need to pull in weak sites, the 1/4 stubby is absolutely fine, and does decent enough for strong VHF repeaters.

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[sstephenson]

There are two antenna options I use for my SDS100, a stubby and full size 800Mhz with SMA. The stubby is a Laird EX-806-SM 1/4 wave. The full size is a 5/8 wave 2db gain Spectrumforce SMA. The advantage of direct SMA connectors on the antenna, vs BNC adapter versions, is you don't lose a bit of signal from the adapter. Also, the Spectrumforce is prettier and doesn't look "adapted" to the task. unless you need to pull in weak sites, the 1/4 stubby is absolutely fine, and does decent enough for strong VHF repeaters.

https://www.theantennafarm.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=191_717_714_696_1418&products_id=6923

Amazon.com: Spectrumforce 700-800 MHz 2db Gain Portable Scanner Antenna with SMA Connector : Electronics

Buy Spectrumforce 700-800 MHz 2db Gain Portable Scanner Antenna with SMA Connector: Electronics - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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Thanks very much guys!

 

[jonwienke]

If you switch antennas regularly, BNC is far preferable. Direct push pull vs unscrewing means less wear on the connector with BNC, there are no fitment issues, and wear happens to an easily replaced adapter instead of the radio connector. Adapter loss is negligible, like 0.1dB.