Tape a effective 2 meter Slot Antenna to Your Vehicle: Ham radio stealth
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In this video, I dive deep into the creation and testing of a unique stealth foil antenna, for amateur radio, designed for my car’s sunroof using a slot antenna style and 1″ copper tape. From fine-tuning the frequency and impedance to achieving successful repeater hits. Special shoutout to John Portune for his invaluable resources on slot antennas. His insights have truly revolutionized my approach to ham radio. Whether you’re an antenna enthusiast, ham radio operator, or simply curious, this video offers a blend of technical insights and personal experiences. Discover how simple antennas can bring joy and a sense of accomplishment!
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Video for the BNC Connector: https://youtu.be/rbCTxWYHeP8?si=-doxTrCxyBDnQqIU
John Portune’s YouTube videos I recommend:
Slot antennas: https://youtu.be/tC16C7oNCF0?si=tv2mN60mXmDdksJ6
Skin Effect: https://www.youtube.com/live/Qs1gHVfiKbo?si=G8d860mHHeG7hZxj
Practical Foil Antennas: https://www.youtube.com/live/7MA4dIlapyA?si=sqHrS6C7jY9BGSPM
Stealth Attic Antennas: https://www.youtube.com/live/syYa2CNk8ZE?si=h-Tub4xdPJgsg79f
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