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Wondering what to do with your new Amateur Radio license? Here’s everything you need to know about Antennas!   This email provides you with articles and advice from experienced hams to help you get active and on the air.

The Best Antenna for the Job

No single antenna works for every station. Whether you’re mobile or at home, choosing an antenna depends on what you want to do with your station, how much money you’re willing to spend, and any restrictions you may encounter with your property. This article helps you determine what the best antenna is for the job you are doing. READ THE ON THE AIR ARTICLE Simple Ground-Plane Antenna One of the easiest and least expensive ways to extend your range is by using a ground-plane antenna. This antenna has three easy-to-follow steps, with a simple mounting process. Get on the air with increased range by checking out the article and building your own. READ THE ON THE AIR ARTICLE The Right Antenna for the Job Depending on the job you’re doing, you may need a rubber duck, directional, or multiband dipole antenna. READ THE ON THE AIR ARTICLE Cheap Wire Antenna Insulators If you’re looking to save a buck, inexpensive plastic chains work well as antenna insulators. Just buy one foot, cut it in half, and you have two excellent end insulators! READ THE ON THE AIR ARTICLE ARRL On the Air – Episode 11 This episode of the On the Air podcast determines what makes a particular antenna right for your station, with several considerations beyond cost and complexity. LISTEN TO THE ON THE AIR PODCAST A World of Antennas Regardless of the type of radio you own, or the type of signal you choose to transmit or receive, an antenna is essential. Check out several classic amateur radio antennas. READ THE ON THE AIR ARTICLE More About Antenna Tuners Antenna tuners can be critical components for some ham stations as they can match the impedance of an antenna system to the impedance a transceiver needs to see. Here’s a closer look from Steve Ford, WB8IMY, on how they work, how to buy one, and other considerations. READ THE BLOG Hamspeak Antenna Analyzer — A test instrument designed to measure the impedance and/or standing wave ratio (SWR) of an antenna, an antenna and feed line combination, or other circuit element as a function of frequency.     On-Air Events & Conventions Rookie Roundup SSB | April 10, 2022   Raleigh Hamfest hosting the ARRL Roanoke Division Convention | April 16, 2022   Dayton Hamvention® | May 20-22, 2022   SEA-PAC hosting the ARRL Northwestern Division Convention | June 3-5, 2022   International Digital Contest | June 4-5, 2022   June VHF | June 11-13, 2022   Kids Day | June 18, 2022   ARRL Field Day | June 25-26, 2022   Subscribe to our On the Air podcast | Join ARRL Follow us on social media   If you still have questions after viewing the On the Air resources, please email us at members@arrl.org.   This monthly email was developed to help new hams get on the air and involved with the hobby. Featuring content from On the Air magazine, along with newly produced articles and videos. About this Email: You are receiving this email because our records indicate you are new to ham radio or viewed a sample of our On the Air magazine. If you’d like to discontinue receiving emails from ARRL, please unsubscribe.

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