Tod: It is a VERY good unit. Mike Martin, K3RFI uses it and it makes noise locating much easier. Mike has training available as well. It is also described in the Loftness AC power line noise book tha
I posted some of my experience concerning the W2DU type choke performance a few weeks ago. There were several requests for the test data. I retrieved my lab notes taken from my HP Network Analyzer on
HI Paul! You are correct, it would be interesting experiment and some day I will take my own measurements on coax single layer chokes and I will post my findings here. However, in the mean time there
Hi Willy! Jim may have not had time to post the new information. Give him a call at 704-542-4808. Jim's up early, so anytime after 7 AM eastern time. 73, Tim K3LR http://www.k3lr.com
Scott: I had a 7 ele 10 mounted 8 ft above a KLM 4 ele 40 for 10 years. No problems with either antenna concerning interaction. Sure looks like your antenna is not connected to the feedline, or there
I wrote a detailed 2 part stacking article that was published in CQ Contest magazine five years ago. I don't have a copy, but Comtek Systems does and it details the baluns that I use. The Amidon part
Hello Jim: The W0IYH balun uses the same physical idea for the choke, however he uses larger and different beads to increase the effectiveness and the power handling capability under various impedanc
Hello Tod! The beads I use do not fit over RG8. As you point out, bead heating leads to several problems that occur in other designs which I concluded were not acceptable for my application. One must
Hello Cliff: You might try Champion Radio (run by K7LXC). I think he stocks lots of safety equipment. I have purchased several things from Steve and I am very satisfied. 73! Tim K3LR
The pictures from the W1AW/3 HQ operation at K3LR and K3CR are now posted at http://www.k3lr.com Click on the W1AW/3 button. The N8SM dedication is part of the pictures as well. 73! Tim K3LR http://w
A long time super contester has died from a fatal fall while on his tower last Sunday. Steve, N8SM (ex WD8IXE) was a father, a husband, a amateur radio operator and a super friend. He was part of the
Here is some early information on the papers that will be presented this year in Dayton, Ohio. 2003 Antenna Technology Forum Friday, May 16, 2003 Main HARA Arena Room #1 Moderator: Tim Duffy, K3LR 12
As you are making your last minute plans for Dayton, don't forget about the Contest Super Suite. I have received many emails indicating that there will be lots of first time DX Contester visitors thi
I am very pleased to announce that members of Yankee Clipper Contest Club have stepped forward to continue their sponsorship of the Contest Super Suite Friday Midnight Pizza Party! Contesters will be
I am pleased to announce that the Florida Contest Group (FCG) will sponsor a Midnight Pizza Party this Saturday night, May 17, at the Contest Super Suite, 2nd floor Miami Room, Crowne Plaza Hotel, do
I have been discussing 40 meter antenna performance with several of you one on one and I thought it might help to relate some of my 40 meter antenna experience to the reflector. Going from a 40 meter
The 6 dB difference that I described is not what the computer models say, it is my real world observation on the majority of DX signals where I have made received signal comparisons. One of the nice
UPDATE APRIL 30, 2003 Deadline for ticket orders is May 6, 2003 ** K1QX reports that we are close to a sell out. Please do not wait to place your orders as time is short! ** K3EST reports that the CQ
UPDATE MARCH 27, 2003 ** K1QX reports that ticket orders are ahead of last year. ** Do not wait until the last minute to place your order as there may not be tickets left. ** Current ticket orders wi
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEB. 27, 2003: The North Coast Contesters are pleased to announce: The 11th Annual Dayton Contest Dinner Tickets are on sale NOW. Master of Ceremonies is Tim Duffy, K3LR The 200