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Colin McDonald <[log in to unmask]>
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Blind-Hams For blind ham radio operators <[log in to unmask]>
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Wed, 16 Mar 2005 19:37:12 -0700
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tom:
yes, that clears up what i was wondering about the antenna.
The buddy pole.com web site gives some specs but no really detailed specs on
the antenna...i get the impression that you have to change out coils or at
least, move the tap when using the antenna for different bans.
I think, though, perhaps it would work on maybe 2-3 bands at a time without
having to change the tap position?
Reminds me a bit of a mobile antenna with the coils you can change on the
road for different bands.
Regards
Colin
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tom Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, March 16, 2005 6:49 PM
Subject: Re: buddy ppole


>     Colin:
>
> The instructions for using the buddipole on various bands are given in
color
> codes, and they correspond with certain colors on the coils.  The way to
get
> around that is to count grooves in the coils so you know where to put the
> taps.  This can be done, but the instructions have to be re-worked to
> communicate the needed setting information.
>
> I will point out, though, that Budd (W3FF) is very sensitive to this
> concern, and has written up some instructions to get us in the ballpark
for
> the various settings.
>
> He also has talked about the possibility of making a different type of
coil
> and tap arrangement for us to use.
>
> I hope this helps a little.
>
> The Buddipole is a great antenna system, that we can use with a bit if
> inginuity and patience.
>
> Best 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Colin McDonald" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Wednesday, March 16, 2005 8:45 AM
> Subject: buddy ppole
>
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> > Im just curious, it looks like a great antenna for small backyards and =
> > close confines without the long lengths needed for most dipoles.=20
> > Just wondering about which parts arent that easy for a blind operater to
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> > Regards
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