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Old January 4th 05, 05:57 PM
Mister Jerk
 
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Default Antenna Options Recommendation

I am looking for some recommendations on what kind of HF antenna I
might be able to install cheaply on my home.

I am looking for something that will offer a range of bands (most
used) especially 40m and 80m. and will not be overly conspicuous.

My home is a 1 story bungalow, there is no existing tower or mast. My
backyard is about 60ftx25ft and there are 5 trees about 50ft high in
the backyard.

I have no experience installing antennas, and am only moderately
handy.

I am concerned about the trees, as they are directly south west. Not a
great direction to block from North America.

I had originally hoped to install an inverted V or basic dipole, but
my yard does not seem to be large enough, and my house not high-enough
without a tower.

Am I stuck with an indoor dipole here? Or will I have to invest in a
tower and vertical to get anything decent? I am ruling out any kind of
yagi because of cost and aesthetics.

Thanks!

mj
 
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