Antenna Testing and Performance Evaluation

In this video, Ben demonstrates how to set up and test a portable HF long wire antenna in his garden. He explains the process of attaching the antenna to a fence and using a washing line for support. Ben then calibrates a Nano VNA to measure the antenna's SWR across various HF bands, including 40M, 20M, 15M, and 10M. He tests the antenna's performance and makes radio contacts using a ZYU G90 transceiver. The video concludes with recommendations and an invitation to subscribe for more content.

What is the initial setup location for the HF long wire antenna?

• In the attic

• In the garden

• On the roof

• In the garage

Which device is used to calibrate and measure the SWR of the antenna?

• Nano VNA

• Signal Generator

• Oscilloscope

• Multimeter

What is the SWR value on the 40m band during initial measurements?

• 2.6

• 1.1

• 8.4

• 1.9

Which radio is used to test the antenna's performance?

• Icom IC-7300

• Yaesu FT-991A

• Zaru G90

• Kenwood TS-590SG

What is the power output of the Zaru G90 during testing?

• 50 watts

• 10 watts

• 100 watts

• 20 watts

What is the SWR value on the 10m band after adjustments?

• 1.1

• 2.6

• 8.4

• 1.5

Which band did the narrator have difficulty finding contacts on?

• 40m

• 20m

• 15m

• 10m

What is the narrator's call sign during the contact on 40m?

• Mike 7 Fox Trot Romeo Sierra

• India Sierra Delta

• Mike S Mike

• Oscar Bravo Bravo

What is the main purpose of the video?

• To review a new multimeter

• To explain the theory of antennas

• To test a portable HF long wire antenna

• To demonstrate a new radio model

What does the narrator encourage viewers to do at the end of the video?

• Buy the antenna

• Subscribe to the channel

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