BOBRR
Member
Hi Folks.
Saw a brief writeup on the YouLoop Passive Magnetic Loop Antenna by the AirSpy folksthat
recently became available. Cheap enough at only about $ 30.
Am very weak on antenna theory, along with an "old age" problem, so let me please ask you experts out there.
I do only receiving, up to about 30 MHz. No transmitting.
Presently use a 30 foot simple long wire outside.
Leaves a lot to be desired.
Due to space restrictions, would be hard to make longer.
a. For anyone actually using, any opinions as to whether this antenna might be worth trying ?
What is the diameter of the loop ?
b. Is it "directional", in that I would always have to orient it to the station location I want to receive ?
If so, Is it "very" directional ?
Most sensitive in the plane of the loop, or at 90 degrees to it ?
c. Does it become "omni" if the plane of the loop is placed horizontal ?
Would appreciate any thoughts on.
Pros and cons, limitations, etc.
Thanks,
Bob
Saw a brief writeup on the YouLoop Passive Magnetic Loop Antenna by the AirSpy folksthat
recently became available. Cheap enough at only about $ 30.
Am very weak on antenna theory, along with an "old age" problem, so let me please ask you experts out there.
I do only receiving, up to about 30 MHz. No transmitting.
Presently use a 30 foot simple long wire outside.
Leaves a lot to be desired.
Due to space restrictions, would be hard to make longer.
a. For anyone actually using, any opinions as to whether this antenna might be worth trying ?
What is the diameter of the loop ?
b. Is it "directional", in that I would always have to orient it to the station location I want to receive ?
If so, Is it "very" directional ?
Most sensitive in the plane of the loop, or at 90 degrees to it ?
c. Does it become "omni" if the plane of the loop is placed horizontal ?
Would appreciate any thoughts on.
Pros and cons, limitations, etc.
Thanks,
Bob