Holy cow!
Phil.
K0NX
----- Original Message -----
From: "Eric Clegg" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 6:03 PM
Subject: TW2010 Antenna
> Hi listers,
> I think I've found an antenna that has possibilities for my =
> balcony/apartment situation.
>
> I have no financial connection with this company. I'm just posting what =
> it says on their homepage.
>
> Gigaparts in Alabama which is a good dealer sells this.
>
> This isn't cheap but may help out others such as myself with antenna =
> real estate restrictions.
>
> Eric
>
> KU3I
>
> TW Antennas - Home Page
>
>
> The TW2010 Traveler=AE Antenna=20
> TW2010 Portable Antenna
> The TW2010 Traveler=AE is the perfect antenna if you are searching for =
> high performance DX communications in a portable package.=20
>
> The Traveler=AE provides five-band, omni-directional communications in =
> an easy-to-assemble package that requires no radial ground system or =
> towers.
>
> The black powder coating assures stealth performance for Hams who =
> operate in areas with deed restrictions or other areas prohibiting =
> permanently installed
> antennas and towers.
>
> A low take-off angle - an outcome of the modified-H design - produces =
> maximum skip for successful DX transmissions and contact. The =
> Traveler=AE can be assembled
> in minutes for either permanent installation on a mounting rod, or =
> temporary setup using a sturdy, optional Quadrapod.
> TW2010 Mounting Assembly=20
> The Permanent Mounting Assembly is constructed of durable 6061-T6, =
> aluminum, thick-walled, four-foot tubing. The mounting assembly comes in =
> a powder-coated
> black matte stealth finish. When mounted TW2010 Traveler=AE measures =
> 8'3" tall.
>
> The TW2010 Traveler=AE Antenna comes with the following components:
>
> The TW2010 Controller is housed in a heavy-duty extruded aluminum =
> enclosure. The bright, high contrast, easy-to-read, multi-colored LED =
> front pannel is
> designed for ease of operation and readability. The non-marring and =
> non-skid rubber feet are permanently attached to the controller with =
> screws. (included)
>
> The Switching Array adjusts the feed point impedance based on the band =
> width selection. This allows the antenna to produce a lower Voltage =
> Standing Wave
> Radio (VSWR). The copper coils effortlessly extend the electrical signal =
> of the antenna reducing heat loss and the amount of wasted power. The =
> TW2010 Traveler=AE
> is a 95 percent efficient antenna system in a small, clean package. =
> (included)=20
> The 65=BD foot ultraviolet and weather-resistant Control Cable has power =
> plugs and molded, screw-locked connectors and a polyvinyl chloride (pvc) =
> jacket.
> Additional cables can be purchased to extend the length. (One included)=20
> The Power Cord is 13.8-volt capacity, 2.5mm. (included)=20
>
> TW2010 Traveler=AE Antenna Complete $ 699.95
> ($24.95 S&H)=20
>
> =20
>
>
> OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
> For the TW2010 Traveler=AE Antenna (above)=20
>
> Transport Bag:
> A sleek black nylon transport bag is available, making Traveler=AE a =
> fully portable package. The bag is lightweight, but durable. When =
> disassembled and stored
> in the transport bag the TW2010 Traveler=AE weighs only 10 pounds.
>
> Transport Bag: $ 69.95
> ($4.95 S&H)
> =20
>
> Transport Bag=20
>
> The sturdy aluminum Quadrapod measures 7=BE" x 7=BE" x 31" when =
> unfolded. Set up and assembly of the antenna onto the quadrapod takes =
> mere minutes. It is perfect
> for Ham operators on the go and those who need a temporary but stable =
> installation.
>
> Quadrapod: $119.95
> ($8.95 S&H)
> =20
>
> Quadrapod=20
>
> Although Traveler=AE works with all Ham rigs, the automatic band =
> switching mode works with many Icom=AE models by using the optional =
> interface cable for Icom=AE
> radios. This eliminates the need for manual or rotary switching.
>
> Icom=AE Interface Cable: $9.95
> ($2.95 S&H)
> =20
>
> Icom Cable1=20
> Yaesu Cable
> Although Traveler=AE works with all Ham rigs, the automatic band =
> switching mode works with many Yeasu=AE models by using the optional =
> interface cable for Yaesu=AE
> radios. This eliminates the need for manual or rotary switching.
>
> Yaesu=AE Interface Cable: $19.95=20
> ($4.95 S&H)
> =20
>
> "Everything about this antenna is first class, from the shipping carton =
> and packing, to the antenna and controls. The first thing that struck me =
> very positively
> was the way the antenna was packed - all powdered coated parts where in =
> a plastic sleeve, controls, instructions and cable were boxed separately =
> in the
> same carton.
>
> "The antenna is a vertical di-pole, very similar in concept to a =
> competitor (Sigma 5) and that is the only thing in common. The build =
> quality is great
> and does not look like it was put together in a garage workshop.=20
>
> "The antenna is very close to plug and play. The instruction manual in =
> my opinion is well written and illustrated, and makes it easy to get on =
> the air.
> Total assembly time for the antenna was about 8 minutes after reading =
> the manual. Not one problem putting it together. I like the folding =
> arms, should
> be great for portable use. The other nice feature is no nuts and bolts =
> -- about 80% if the antenna is assembled when you get it.
>
> "The control box for band switch is great, push button with LED =
> indicator lights and built like a tank.
>
> "The antenna, at least for me, required no adjustment of the tuning =
> coils. SWR's on all bands were 1.1 to 1. , max was 1.5 on 17M. I used my =
> LDG tuner
> to make the final adjustment, but you really don't need the tuner.
>
> "How well did it perform? Great!! I worked GB100J (England Boy Scout's =
> SE), France, the Ukraine, and Slovenia, CA, Utah, and Washington state =
> on 20M phone.
> On Sunday I got all my 10M contacts needed for 10-10 International. I =
> was using my TS-480HX, running about 100 watts. Signal reports were S8 =
> to S9.=20
>
> "I compared the antenna to my friends G5RV and Hustler vertical. It was =
> about 1-2 S units better than both and much quieter than the Hustler and =
> no need
> for radials.
>
> "I think this antenna is well worth the price, compared to others of =
> similar design, and no need for a 5 gallon bucket of cement (Quadpod is =
> available)."
>
> Randy
> W9RTB
>
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