I was experimenting this afternoon with an indoor dipole made last weekend for 10 meters. This was hung up in the upstairs bedroom of my cape, no attic available but up a decent height on the second story.
So far no contacts for the half hour attempt calling cq with 10 watts SSB. Overall the band seem quite except for 1 or 2 stations. This set up will need some more time before I am satisfied. I also have the option for a indoor Buddi-pole but the reviews are mixed on the Yahoo board, but that will not discourage me from trying it out next weekend.
The outside temps in NJ were at a high of 28 F with a biting wind, so today turned out to be a lazy Sunday.
Anybody have any favorite indoor antennas home brewed they wish to share please let me know. Commercial antennas are an option if the price is right.
Hi Jim, I pondering about a good indoor antenna. I tried a magnetic loop on the first floor in the living, but I was disappointed. Best thing is a dipole in the attic. No concrete walls and wooden roof. But my daughter still has her bedroom in the attic. So I'll have to wait she's leaving home in about... 5 years or so? Until that I use my outdoor antennas. 73 Paul
ReplyDeleteHello Jim,
ReplyDeleteI've been having good luck with both 10 and 15 meter dipoles (when the bands are up). I stretch them between the door facings in an upstairs area. Put them up and take them down in just a few minutes. They work very well for me.
Hi Paul,
ReplyDeleteSame here, kids have upstairs rooms so I set up when not home.
Regards - Jim
Hi John,
ReplyDeleteI tried 10 and will make a 15 meter diploe this week.
Regards - Jim