Re: Antenna for a KX1

Posted by Andrew Moore-3 on Jun 18, 2010; 5:28pm
URL: http://elecraft.85.s1.nabble.com/Antenna-for-a-KX1-tp5196274p5196308.html

One of the best and most overlooked things about the KX1 is its *EASE OF
SETUP*.

Unlike other rigs, even the K1, the KX1 is like no other in that when you
think about getting on the air, you can actually do it in literally minutes,
if not a minute.

I found the recommended antenna setup of a longwire and even just one
counterpoise was the best way to go.

Yes you can get "better" antennas but they defeat the ease of setup, and the
recommended one simply works.

String it up anywhere.  In the house, outside the house, along the ceiling,
wherever.. then just enjoy the KX1.

I recommend you get the BNC to binding post adapter (Palomar or something..
google it), as it makes setup and operation with longwire antenna and
counterpoise very simple.

Enjoy your KX1!


--Andrew, NV1B
..


On Fri, Jun 18, 2010 at 1:16 PM, arnie lewin <[hidden email]> wrote:

> Having acquired a beautiful KX1 from a very kind and patient member of this
> list, I am ready to test it out and get it ready for travel.
>
> Elecraft's FAQ page states:
> " What we recommend in the KXAT1 manual for 40-20 m is about 24' of #26
> insulated copper-clad steel antenna wire (available from The Wireman), used
> as a vertical or "sorta-vertical" radiator. You'll also need at least one
> ground radial, 16' or longer (more on that below). The wire can be tossed
> into a tree, or, if a tree is not available, supported by a portable mast
> or
> other support. The 24' length can be loaded on all three bands (20, 30 and
> 40 meters), and the wire itself weighs under 1 ounce."
> For 80, they recommend:
> " For 80 m, a resonant antenna is recommended. It should be possible to use
> an 80 m antenna on multiple bands. A loading coil is another possibility to
> get a shorter antenna running on 80 m."
>
> What recommendations are there for a travel/portable antenna. I plan to use
> it from hotel rooms around the country as I travel for work.
> So far, I purchased two 100-foot rolls of 24 gage.
>
> Thank you very much.
>
> arnie
>
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