"Richard Clark" wrote in message
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On Thu, 17 Jun 2004 22:25:36 +0100, "jason" wrote:
maybe just similar to what is known as a
"nest of dipoles" that scanner enthusiasts have. They use different
radiating elements in parallel.

Hi Jason,

Not that at all, otherwise all of the elements would be driven, and
simple observation negates that. I've reported a similar design to
this group years ago that uses the SO-239 bulkhead connector wired up
in similar fashion: One wire extending directly from the center pin
solder tail, and another wire, parallel, soldered to any of the four
holes normally used for mounting. No need whatever for the usual
JPole tuning cap.

73's
Richard Clark, KB7QHC
Yep this has been around a long time. Got one in my junk bin made of
coathangers and N connector for two meters It worked so much better than my
rubber duckie antenna I thought it was the greatest antena in the world..