zero_frequency
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All I've ever used is 2m and I would like to venture beyond 2m with a Yeasu FT-857D. I only have a J pole that I made but would like to learn the rest of what my G class offers and get some experience.
Can anyone recommend what type of antenna I should use that would get me off the local 2m repeater nets and would let me hear some meaningful stuff like what's going on in Haiti now? I'm not sure what frequency I should even try for.
Also, I only have a balcony about 34ft. in length to make use of for an antenna which only has a clear view of the south, south-west horizon from Houston.
Any help much appreciated.
Can anyone recommend what type of antenna I should use that would get me off the local 2m repeater nets and would let me hear some meaningful stuff like what's going on in Haiti now? I'm not sure what frequency I should even try for.
Also, I only have a balcony about 34ft. in length to make use of for an antenna which only has a clear view of the south, south-west horizon from Houston.
Any help much appreciated.