Hey man you're a die-hard amateur radio operator really doing a great job doing videos love your presentation brother really nice setup thanks for sharing is great video
I've been using a motor driven screwdriver antenna for a while now. I spend most of my time on 40 meters and 80 meters. Granted, I have also noticed that with a longer whip (102"), I do not need to expose as many coil turns as I do with a shorter one (66"). Have I noticed all that much of a difference in signal reports. Well, it really depends on conditions on the day in question. I operate on certain low band nets regularly with members spread out over the South West USA. Some days are better than others. My overall best operating scenario was when I put up a clandestine end fed long wire. But since I live in an apartment i had to take it down before the sun began to shine and before anyone could see it. At the same time I should add that just a few years ago, I could load up the proverbial mattress spring and operate without any issues. These days, there are folks with 100 foot towers and beams who shut the radio off in complete disgust and instead spend the evening watching television. I believe that the things we are learning now--with propagation conditions in such a poor state--will be lessons learned for the rest of our lives. Without question, the time that one spends to be heard in conditions such as these while operating QRP will pay dividends. Don't ever give up--just keep on experimenting and going forward!
Julian, I recently started to work /portable and was pleased to meet your channel. It is especially nice that you have understandable English - I understand it by 51% ;-) it is more than usual from native speakers. 73/88 de UB1AOA / OH73ELK
I like that antenna setup especially for portable operation. I’m using an EFHW antenna in my attic, due to HOA restrictions, with my G90 and have gotten good results so far. Planning more antenna builds for HF and SATCOM usage and enjoy seeing the content of what people are using. Thanks for the information. 73
I also have an MP-1. When I replaced the stock whip with the Buddipole long whip, I needed about half the coil loading for 40 meters and had well below 2:1 SWR across the entire band. I was able to reach up and down most of the mid-Atlantic (US) with just a single counterpoise (wrapped around because I have a "postage stamp" back yard). I look forward to taking it out in the field where I can stretch everything out. So far, I seem to have better performance on mine with the spike mount over the clamp mount. 73.
I can verify your findings David. The spike performance, is definitely better than the clamp. And if you can get more counterpoise wires attached, you'll see an even better Improvement. Thanks for the comment, and the feedback. It's very much appreciated.
Thanks for another fine video, Julian. I appreciate you pointing out the way the band-changing function is superior to that of the (much less expensive) Wolf River Coils implementation. In response to your question about what we're using, For portable use, I'm experimenting with the QRPguys tri-band vertical, Pacific Antenna 20 & 40 m trapped vertical, the KX2 recommended 25' radiator and 25' counterpoint, and a QRPguys DS1 40-10 meter vertical. At home I use a Hustler 6BTV.
I get great performance out of my MP-1, but I have indeed found that for 40 meters (with the standard slider) I can’t extend the sleeve long enough to achieve resonance on the band. For 30 meters or below it’s great - though it does need to be extended farther than the tuning card would suggest. I do use an SWR meter to ensure that I’ve got the lowest SWR in the center of the desired band. I use both the titanium whip and the standard telescoping whip, with the standard counterpoise wires. I mount the antenna to a lightweight Amazon Basics 60” camera tripod, with a sandbag hanging from the tripod’s hook to weigh it down (VERY IMPORTANT to avoid the tripod tipping over); up until now I’ve only been testing it in my back yard - it will be great for portable ops/SOTA activations.
The MP1 is a great antenna. I have used a wire in lieu of a whip to good effect in the past . I have been working on a kulikov whip for it. At low height lots of radials helped me tremendously - I used ribbon cable to add surface area. IIRC elevating the antenna feedoint. to greater than 8' lowers ground losses considerably. Thanks for sharing !
@@OH8STN I am an over achiever The most I used at once was 24 cut for 40 and it was a good 1 s-unit increase. Honestly I have not found the need to have shorter than 40m counterpoises at close to ground level. You can use all kinds of cool multiconductor wire for counter poises too. brush it out at the ends like roots of a tree.
Greetings from Portland, Oregon USA. Your videos always are well done, filled with useful information. Thank you for this TH-cam channel and your honest opinion.
Thanks for this comment. Yeah reviews are like belly buttons. Over time, I've learned to Simply show people what I can do with the equipment, rather than just talkin about it from the desktop. It's wonderful to know someone appreciates it💪👍
I remember using the 80m coil once with the MP1 at night and making a contact 1000 miles away, I was impressed, shame there isn't a remote function for the MP1, some kind of wireless remote would be amazing. I have had great success with the MP1 and supplied radials. I've even clamped it to the gate of a field and made loads of contacts when it was too windy to use the tripod. What's really remarkable about the MP1 is it's break down size is incredibly small, you could easily fit it in a small bag and take it on a bicycle with a small QRP rig such as the Xiegu X5105, Kx2 etc. I haven't used it in a while but I intend to soon.
I had one for a while that I used with my IC-7200 for JT-65 years back. With homemade radials it was slaying it on 10 meters back in 2014 when I was super active.
My idea of a counterpoise is clamping the antenna to a great piece of metal. I had one of those old B&W AP-10 apartment antennas. I clamped it onto a metal railing of 2nd story balcony. Ran a Ten-Tec Century 21 at 35W CW into it from Massachusetts. Worked Japan from over Europe & Asia. While in Hawaii, I had my Hustler 5BTV mounted on a post on a chainlink fence. Worked the world that way.
Hello and thanks for sharing this video. I absolutely agree that installing a foldable antenna on top makes much more sense. I also do it that way. Have lot's of fun with this setup, especially now in summer. Many greetings Matthias 👋 DL1NDG
Thanks for watching and commenting. Yes I presented the idea of the folding antenna to Super Antenna over a year ago. I had the impression they would release their own but have not seen one yet. I prefer the folding whip because it packs smaller and is much longer than the titainium whip. It also doesn't have that stored spring tension which can easily put out an eye. Anyway, it is nice to mix and match the best from all around. Thanks again and hoping this comment finds you well. 73 Julian ohstn
This is the only one of your you pieces of advice that I took and it did not work out well. I was never able to make contacts on the stock configuration of the MP1DXMAX on Field Day last year. I never added additional counterpoises other than the ones provided in the kit so that might have been the issue. I sold my MP1, licked my wounds from the purchase and went in on your other recommendation, the Chameleon MPAS 2.0. It worked right out of the bag and I have not looked back. The only thing I purchased from Superantenna is their universal mount which I still use.
We have to go with what works for us. I've had good results with both, but not without experimentation. The additional counterpoise wires will improve any configuration. Thx for the feedback.
Great video. I use the same configuration for doing parks on the air and I built a Lifepo4 battery similar to what you built. Looks like I will need to add the Chameleon MIL WHIP 2.0 to my setup. Thanks for posting your videos they are great for those of us that are new to Amateur Radio.
Julian, thanks for this vid. I always learn so much from you! This vid is timely, as I'm currently wrestling with an antenna to use for JS8 and PSK31 portable. Your expertise in working these digital modes and the antenna systems you deploy is what keeps me coming back. So, here's the question... since I know you also have Chameleon's mag loops with power compensator, ... how do you choose which to deploy... the mag loop or this Super Antenna MP1 hybrid? For my considerations, it's a matter of performance (interested bands for me would be 20m, 30m, and 40m)... cost....and ease of setup/take down.
I’m using a super antenna MP1 as is currently, and it’s a get bit of kit. Got a longer (5m long) whip on the way, which I’m hoping will really boost the performance of the antenna.
It's a great antenna! Three ways to improve performance. 1. More 1/4 wave counterpoise wires eg 3x, 6x, 9x, ... for each band you're using. 2. Add longer vertical element (reduces loading). 3. Get it higher in the air. Performance will suffer if only using the coax as a counterpoise. 73 Julian oh8stn
This antenna kept me sane in the lock down I actually clamped to the arm bracket on my apartment window like the collapsible whip selection I have the standard telescopic whip also G clamp to picnic tables but also have bought a disco lighting tripod to stand it on I find the standard tripod is useless in long grass tends to flip over when the coax is fitted keep up the good work M0YCQ glazing window
Nice video, Julian I use the original Super Antenna with either the newer titanium whip or a 155" Easton aluminum shock corded tent pole with a quick connect 3/8" x 24 threaded coupler. Works great. I have all the ground radial kits that were available and the clamp. Also use the Super Antenna on my SG-2020 backpack frame. See it here on TH-cam under my callsign, K5TED. It's a 360 video so you have to spin me into view.
Outstanding video! I dig my Super Antenna MP1. Looking at getting another MP1 to make a dipole. Like the idea of adding the longer whip. Keep up the great work!
WJ6F ...You’d be better off with the vertical.How high can you get that dipole above ground level to be effective will be your biggest hurdle to clear.
Ive been using a very similar setup for some time now, but with the addition of a second MP1c in place of the counterpoise wires (a suggestion from OH8STN) and I agree that it makes a perfect portable but also easy to deploy antenna system.
Im using the Wolf River Coil with the standard radials. But i did also get the extra colars so i could quickly change bands. Specifically for 80, 40 and 20. Like the vid. Thanks. 73. KK4BK
One comment, I setup the same frankentenna but with the Mp1 stake. Ended up having to make more radials and once I did I got a great match on 40m. That day with the IC705 my longest contact was 385 Miles with 10w SSB. Thanks for the great informative videos.
Awesome off the grid setup. From the bicycle, to the solar power supply. And that antenna is amazing. Speaking of adding more Counterpoise antenna wires. How well would that work for a standard HT? (People usually have the 1 wire, counterpoise, to create a dipole antenna.
Hi Julian. I use more or less, the same configuration. A Buddipole long telescopic whip and multiple short radials (4), than longer ones. I really enjoy your videos. Working mainly 40 meters. Best wishes from ca3pdb.73 Happy Holidays
I am sorry but I failed to hear what whip is above the coil. Would you please identify the manufacturer and model of the whip. I also heard, with my old age ears, that you had to use the coil adjustment differently from the supplied adjustment card. I was impressed with the performance of this current modification that you have made. I am going to piece out my purchase, so is there any point to purchase the supplied whip in the kit version of this antenna? Thank you for your help in advance. I know that you are busy and I am honored that you would take time to answer such as me. Tommy N4KBM
The MP1 kit version is nice, but sometimes a whip with smaller breakdown size is preferred. Super Antenna doesn't currently offer that option so I looked at the MIL whip from chameleon. That's what was used in this video.
As i'm mulling over the best portable antenna configuration for my manpack, the timing of this video is super helpful. Currently going round in circles regarding cost v's weight/portability, bands & resonantcy (??) considerations. I am bizarely wondering if an Atas-120 could work portably as would also give me 2m/70cm capability in addition to HF to 40m ? Bonus there would be using the same antenna for vehicle mobile and portable if desired. More ideas now to factor in 😎👍. Awesome job as ever. Thank you Julian.
Excellent video and good information about the Super Antenna. I've been using a Chameleon Antenna for a couple of years and have always liked that it's so very versatile allowing for both vertical and wire configurations. However it does need a tuner. I must admit that the Super Antenna is attractive because of the tuner-less multi-band capabilities and ease of deployment. I suppose that to have the option of using a wire for NVIS one could also carry a Packtenna or something similar. along with a portable mast. As the old saying goes, there's a solution to every problem, all that's required is a little imagination.
Julian, tnx for the input to change the MP-1 radiator. For vertical antenna op I use a Slidewinder-DX coil (from M0ECC) and the same foldable mil whip. The principle is really the same. 73 de oe7ftj
Yes agreed. The M0ECC is a 3d printed copy of the Wolf River coil, which is a loose copy of the MP1. All great concepts for shortened 1/4w verts. The MIL seems to be the best collapsible whip at the moment. Good stuff. 73 Julian oh8stn
I also use the MFJ telescopic whip 12 foot on top of the slider coil, collapses down to 2 foot, have to be careful of any wind and SA mobile recommendation is that it can be used but not whilst actually moving probably due to the stress on the coil from windage.
It is a great antenna but rather costly. I have reliably used a Wolf River Coils Silver Bullet antenna TIA while operating field portable. I enjoy your videos Julian, keep up the good work! 73, de KX4EZ
I have the Super Antenna MP1 as well. Your collapsible whip looks very much like a military AT-271 A/PRC? That antenna used to be used for the PRC-77 series and others. Thanks for the excellent content!
Hey Julian...seriously considering adding the MP-1 to IC-705/7300 kit for hi-speed, simple, portable deployment...I suspect your kit is still of solid value to you?
Definitely. For my radios without a tuner, the mp1 is my number one choice. The only thing I've done differently, is added a collapsible whip instead of the titanium whip which comes with the kit.
Hey Julian, another great Frankentenna, with your usual quality information. I’m very close to pulling the trigger on an MPAS2 and wonder how the stock MPAS efficiency compares to this hybrid?
Nice video. I do have a question Julian, you mentioned when using the longer whip you used less of the coil than with the standard whip or titanium whip. I use the FG1 SWR ruler with those items, did you create new ruler settings for the longer whip? Thanks and 73 Steve KB3JC
Hello Steve. Actually I forgot to mention this in the video. I don't use the frequency guide with this configuration. I use my micro SWR meter, carried with my go kit. Thanks for the comment, question and kindness. It's very much appreciated. 73 Julian oh8stn
Hi Dear name is Edgardo because of your wonderful video I purchase the mp1 and the yaesu 891 I have some difficulties to navigate into the menu but I manage to a needed radials ?? is the radio comes with tuner please let me know thank you very much
Another great video Julian, I love the portability and the flexibility of the antenna but I do wonder how efficient it is in comparison to a full size 1/4 wave? Have you done a comparison or know of one? On the lower bands the vertical element is a fraction of full size as well as total radial length being way less than than ideal. I understand why people use it and it has its place. I suppose in a nutshell if you were in a real life emergency situation, would a full size 1/4 wave antenna make the critical communication where the MP1 may not? Keep up the fantastic content, Colin MM0OPX
I'm guessing the blue water is salt water so one elevated ground plane out toward the water will work wonders for a vertical. Same for an elevated counterpoise below a horizontal, etc. Reflecting the signal has always saved the day when I'm portable, plus it requires less output power to make contacts. That's been my experience any way.
I realize this is 3 years old now, but I just came across it. I'm looking to duplicate parts of your setup, but I noticed something and had some questions I see in parts of the video, both poles for the MP1 (base to coil) are used, whereas in others only 1 was used. Did you find one configuration better than the other? I also wanted to know if the measurement tool Superantenna includes (for the coil) was still useful with your modification. Thanks!
When you use 2 poles under the coil, cour antenna can develop more current, helping efficiency. Sometimes a more portable setup is desired, so a single pole will do. Naturally the frequency guide from super Antenna won't ve precise anymore. Just tune the slider for a highest noise on the frequency, and you'll be close. 73 Julian oh8stn
On the motor bike: Does it charge your LFePO4 battery every time the antenna tip hits a powerline 😂? I know its only 2.2 meters tall - but the perspective on your video makes it look close to those cables
Like a manual tarheel antenna. With the antenna whip used it would make a great antenna for scouts to use on a trip. I am about to make a 5 band folded fan dipole, an old morgain design. But this antenna intrigues me, I may have to try this.
Have you had any trouble with corrosion between your Super Antenna and Chameleon Antenna whip? I read that aluminum and brass will corrode when put together.
None at all. On the chameleon I use non conductive anti seize compound between dissimilar metals. The super antenna is and titanium so there's no problem there. If you're worried though, just use a little bit of that non-conductive anti-seize compound. It's in the chameleon user manual 👍
I also have the super antenna and like it very much. I have two questions though. Who’s whip are you using and where did you get those plastic side rails for your FT 891
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us, I have the super antenna system, and, I am wanting to add the folding whip. How can I figure out what the length of the exposed coil should be using the new taller folding antenna, what you are saying makes so much sense, but how do I figure it out. The little plastic gauge the supply with the kit, isn't going to be right, like you said, you will need less coil showing for th given frequency, is there a ratio or a formula a guy can try who does not have a tone of extra equipment, or antenna tuner to use to get in the ball park. Thanks again my friend , Keep up the awesome videos, one day I will have my rig built to the standards you use, and make a contact with you from my little off grid location. SE Oklahoma, I have faith, and I know one day, I will hear you and get to add you to m y list of less than 4 or 5 contacts on QRZ. Have a blessed week. keep up the fun videos Dale
First of all, thanks for the kindness. As far as getting the right measurement on the coil, you'll have to test it with either a handheld antenna analyzer, or antenna analyzer built into your radio. If using your radio, do that using very low power. Once I found the right points on the slider for 40, 30, 20, I marked those spots with a Sharpie marker on the plastic between the coil turns, where I had best swr on that band. This way you have a visual reference of each band directly on the coil. The awesome thing about doing it this way as you only have to do it once, and you don't have to remember to take the frequency guide with you whenever you operate.
It won't be as efficient and it won't tune up according to the tuning guide. In theory you can use the mp1 without the radials if you have a long enough coax cable. It won't work very well though. Definitely use the radials for the most efficient setup
Hi. I am set up to an Icom 7300 with internal tuner. A useable swr can only be had on 10 meters?? Counterpoise wire are out. Flexible whip in place. Wire were on my deck and then out on the lawn, no change. I am at a lose. Any help is appreciated. William
Curious how this hybrid compares with the MPAS 2.0 using stock configuration with the mil whip extension? That is, how much does the extra length using the mil whip extension compensate for the inefficiency, compared with the MP1 hybrid , which is shorter but more efficient? Again, another great vid.
Excellent question, one which I've been waiting for someone to bring up. I think comparative testing could answer this question, most interesting for me would be a test to measure the performance on 20, 30 & 40M.
I have a question on how your checking the tuning on the antenna. I see you hooking up a Tee connector on the back of the radio. Are you temporarily hooking up the minivna via coax and un-connecting the coax and leaving the connector open or putting a cap on it? Or possibly running coax to a switch to disconnect the rf but leaving the vna connected to the cable? Thanks, Mike AG7QH
Julian, love your videos. They are chock full of great information! I’m a novice at all of this, and I’m trying to setup a Raspberry Pi. Your videos are a great help! Just a question, as I’m looking at this setup, I noticed a yellow coil or choke between the radio and the antenna. Could you let us know what that is.
You can choose the best one for your setup. In this vid the shorter MIL whip was used, rather than the telescopic whip. The table mount also comes from the @chameleonantenna website. 73 Julian oh8stn
Great video Julian, one question…I got all of the items for the “Frankenstein” antenna and I thought I remember you having a backpack which has Velcro straps on the side to carry the mil whip 2.0 rods. Can you let me know the brand and the video you had that in? Thanks!
Hello Julian, Greetings from England ! I hope you're well. Is this a Chameleon clamp (CHA-UCM) you're using on the table? I've just tried to use a brand new one today, and as soon as I start to tighten it (to a wooden table)... it starts to bend!!!... I've emailed Chameleon and their reply is... I'm using it wrong! I'm really feeling stupid, as there's only one thing the clamp does: tighten or loosen... And I assure you I'm not forcing anything, as soon as I do half a turn of the knob, you literally see the frame bend outwards... How many turns do you tighten yours?... Apologies for the random questions but I know I don't have super-strength, so I'm at a loss here. Plus, at £99.00 ($125.00) a piece, I'm rather unimpressed by the poor quality of the "military-approved aluminium" ... Any help much appreciated. Best regards, stay safe, Manny / 2E0HJN / England
That looks like a fun load out and a great location! Thanks for he video! I just got a chance to make some contacts on my G90 and want to take it out in the field now and see how things work with the little EFHW antenna and battery I have. 73 de N2NLQ
I can already tell you, you're going to have a blast for sure. In my previous video how to ham radio off grid, I used g90. The low receive current and built-in antenna tuner make it a really fun radio for an end fed.
Julian, have you tried the MC-705 by Chelegance? I'm curious about your impression if you have one. I own the MP1 but find tuning it more challenging than the MC-750. Also, can you share how you tune the MP1 on 40m with the extended whip on top? This configuration renders the configuration card that ships with the antenna inaccurate. So, I'm curious about your method for efficient and effective tuning.
I added a hustler quick disconnect adapter at base so i could quickly lower antenna to make adjustments to the coil, much faster then unscrewing it when its out of reach.. Significantly better gain when the counter poise is raised above ground a few feet vs laying it on ground.
The MP1 is a great antenna. It's easy to deploy, and I find that I am able to transmit/receive easily on 20 m and 40 m. I haven't worked much with other bands .... but I will. 73. KI5KET
Thanks for all your contributions to portable power(Especially PowerFilm). I'm really curious about the Lightsaver Max and the additional 20 Watt panel performance. Improved charge times, recharging AA batteries etc. Have you used the powerfilm specific AA/AAA trickle charger(RA-3b)? Any info is appreciated.
@@OH8STN, I do enjoy how you break down your systems for different operating conditions. I think showing how the different components come together based on the given operating scenario. 1) here are all the parts a-g; 2) I use parts a,b,c for this setup, and parts a,b, f for this setup.
I'm a fulltime RVer and use an MP1 with my 891. My MP1 is used without mods and I've had great success with it. I'd like to try the mods you shared in the video and eliminate my tuner. I'm assuming that the included band adjustment scale is no longer used with your mods. Did you need an analyzer to adjust the coil? Thanks, 73 - K6SPA
Yes that's right the FG is out of adjustment, so I used a hand analyser to tune up. It's really excellent hearing how others use the mp1. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for what you are doing Julian. Your videos are a big help to me as I start out in amateur radio. Love your YT content and following you on Instagram. Rock n roll, 73 W3RRM
Greetings! Using almost the same configuration as you, using a Buddipole, I sure would like to see a comparison between the two. 73 de SV1SLB and SX200SLB
Okay I am within a few days of attempting my technicians exam. Had a smidgen of confidence until now. Thanks alot! You lost me at antenna. 😣 Can you redo this with multiple choice? Lol
Don't freak out Barry. 👍 What we're doing here has little to do with the exam. The exam make sure you understand how not to hurt yourself and where you should operate. The types of things we're doing in this video are the practical things we begin to think about in the field. Don't take stress, just do one thing at a time :-)
Interesting info. Plenty of food for thought as always. Thank you, Julian! I don't see a source where I can purchase just the MC! Super Slider. Have you ver used the MC2 SuperPlexer? I see it comes with a kit on Amazon with the MP1. If so, did you find it was effective as well? Was your whip from Chameleon? 73
It depends on the radio. If my radio did not have an internal tuner, I would use the super antenna with a longer whip. If my radio did have an internal Twitter, I would definitely take the mpas.
Hey man you're a die-hard amateur radio operator really doing a great job doing videos love your presentation brother really nice setup thanks for sharing is great video
I've been using a motor driven screwdriver antenna for a while now. I spend most of my time on 40 meters and 80 meters. Granted, I have also noticed that with a longer whip (102"), I do not need to expose as many coil turns as I do with a shorter one (66"). Have I noticed all that much of a difference in signal reports. Well, it really depends on conditions on the day in question. I operate on certain low band nets regularly with members spread out over the South West USA. Some days are better than others. My overall best operating scenario was when I put up a clandestine end fed long wire. But since I live in an apartment i had to take it down before the sun began to shine and before anyone could see it. At the same time I should add that just a few years ago, I could load up the proverbial mattress spring and operate without any issues. These days, there are folks with 100 foot towers and beams who shut the radio off in complete disgust and instead spend the evening watching television. I believe that the things we are learning now--with propagation conditions in such a poor state--will be lessons learned for the rest of our lives. Without question, the time that one spends to be heard in conditions such as these while operating QRP will pay dividends. Don't ever give up--just keep on experimenting and going forward!
Well said 🙏👍
Julian, I recently started to work /portable and was pleased to meet your channel. It is especially nice that you have understandable English - I understand it by 51% ;-) it is more than usual from native speakers. 73/88 de UB1AOA / OH73ELK
I like that antenna setup especially for portable operation. I’m using an EFHW antenna in my attic, due to HOA restrictions, with my G90 and have gotten good results so far. Planning more antenna builds for HF and SATCOM usage and enjoy seeing the content of what people are using. Thanks for the information. 73
I also have an MP-1. When I replaced the stock whip with the Buddipole long whip, I needed about half the coil loading for 40 meters and had well below 2:1 SWR across the entire band. I was able to reach up and down most of the mid-Atlantic (US) with just a single counterpoise (wrapped around because I have a "postage stamp" back yard). I look forward to taking it out in the field where I can stretch everything out. So far, I seem to have better performance on mine with the spike mount over the clamp mount. 73.
I can verify your findings David. The spike performance, is definitely better than the clamp. And if you can get more counterpoise wires attached, you'll see an even better Improvement. Thanks for the comment, and the feedback. It's very much appreciated.
Thanks for another fine video, Julian. I appreciate you pointing out the way the band-changing function is superior to that of the (much less expensive) Wolf River Coils implementation. In response to your question about what we're using, For portable use, I'm experimenting with the QRPguys tri-band vertical, Pacific Antenna 20 & 40 m trapped vertical, the KX2 recommended 25' radiator and 25' counterpoint, and a QRPguys DS1 40-10 meter vertical. At home I use a Hustler 6BTV.
I get great performance out of my MP-1, but I have indeed found that for 40 meters (with the standard slider) I can’t extend the sleeve long enough to achieve resonance on the band. For 30 meters or below it’s great - though it does need to be extended farther than the tuning card would suggest.
I do use an SWR meter to ensure that I’ve got the lowest SWR in the center of the desired band.
I use both the titanium whip and the standard telescoping whip, with the standard counterpoise wires. I mount the antenna to a lightweight Amazon Basics 60” camera tripod, with a sandbag hanging from the tripod’s hook to weigh it down (VERY IMPORTANT to avoid the tripod tipping over); up until now I’ve only been testing it in my back yard - it will be great for portable ops/SOTA activations.
The MP1 is a great antenna. I have used a wire in lieu of a whip to good effect in the past . I have been working on a kulikov whip for it. At low height lots of radials helped me tremendously - I used ribbon cable to add surface area. IIRC elevating the antenna feedoint. to greater than 8' lowers ground losses considerably. Thanks for sharing !
Outstanding Brett. I hadn't thought about the wire idea, that's brilliant advice. How many counterpoise wires have you used?
@@OH8STN I am an over achiever The most I used at once was 24 cut for 40 and it was a good 1 s-unit increase. Honestly I have not found the need to have shorter than 40m counterpoises at close to ground level. You can use all kinds of cool multiconductor wire for counter poises too. brush it out at the ends like roots of a tree.
I'll give this a try Brett. I think your counterpoise setup with my longer whip might take the Super Antenna to a new level.
@@OH8STN Sounds awesome !
Greetings from Portland, Oregon USA. Your videos always are well done, filled with useful information. Thank you for this TH-cam channel and your honest opinion.
Thanks for this comment. Yeah reviews are like belly buttons. Over time, I've learned to Simply show people what I can do with the equipment, rather than just talkin about it from the desktop. It's wonderful to know someone appreciates it💪👍
I didn't even consider using the MPAS 2.0 whip for this system. Thanks for the video suggestion. I'll fire it up tomorrow. 73, Gordon KK7PO
I remember using the 80m coil once with the MP1 at night and making a contact 1000 miles away, I was impressed, shame there isn't a remote function for the MP1, some kind of wireless remote would be amazing.
I have had great success with the MP1 and supplied radials. I've even clamped it to the gate of a field and made loads of contacts when it was too windy to use the tripod.
What's really remarkable about the MP1 is it's break down size is incredibly small, you could easily fit it in a small bag and take it on a bicycle with a small QRP rig such as the Xiegu X5105, Kx2 etc.
I haven't used it in a while but I intend to soon.
I had one for a while that I used with my IC-7200 for JT-65 years back. With homemade radials it was slaying it on 10 meters back in 2014 when I was super active.
My idea of a counterpoise is clamping the antenna to a great piece of metal. I had one of those old B&W AP-10 apartment antennas. I clamped it onto a metal railing of 2nd story balcony. Ran a Ten-Tec Century 21 at 35W CW into it from Massachusetts. Worked Japan from over Europe & Asia. While in Hawaii, I had my Hustler 5BTV mounted on a post on a chainlink fence. Worked the world that way.
Outstanding 👍
Hello and thanks for sharing this video. I absolutely agree that installing a foldable antenna on top makes much more sense. I also do it that way.
Have lot's of fun with this setup, especially now in summer.
Many greetings
Matthias 👋
DL1NDG
Thanks for watching and commenting. Yes I presented the idea of the folding antenna to Super Antenna over a year ago. I had the impression they would release their own but have not seen one yet. I prefer the folding whip because it packs smaller and is much longer than the titainium whip. It also doesn't have that stored spring tension which can easily put out an eye.
Anyway, it is nice to mix and match the best from all around.
Thanks again and hoping this comment finds you well.
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Julian ohstn
@@OH8STN I'm going to try a Chameleon 17ft whip on top. We'll see.
This is the only one of your you pieces of advice that I took and it did not work out well. I was never able to make contacts on the stock configuration of the MP1DXMAX on Field Day last year. I never added additional counterpoises other than the ones provided in the kit so that might have been the issue. I sold my MP1, licked my wounds from the purchase and went in on your other recommendation, the Chameleon MPAS 2.0. It worked right out of the bag and I have not looked back. The only thing I purchased from Superantenna is their universal mount which I still use.
We have to go with what works for us. I've had good results with both, but not without experimentation. The additional counterpoise wires will improve any configuration.
Thx for the feedback.
Great video. I use the same configuration for doing parks on the air and I built a Lifepo4 battery similar to what you built. Looks like I will need to add the Chameleon MIL WHIP 2.0 to my setup. Thanks for posting your videos they are great for those of us that are new to Amateur Radio.
I have the original mp1. Your mods are very interesting. Thank you.
Thank you Julian, this video has helped me decide between, buddipole, wolf river coils and the SA MP1 which I intend to buy. 73
Julian, thanks for this vid. I always learn so much from you! This vid is timely, as I'm currently wrestling with an antenna to use for JS8 and PSK31 portable. Your expertise in working these digital modes and the antenna systems you deploy is what keeps me coming back. So, here's the question... since I know you also have Chameleon's mag loops with power compensator, ... how do you choose which to deploy... the mag loop or this Super Antenna MP1 hybrid? For my considerations, it's a matter of performance (interested bands for me would be 20m, 30m, and 40m)... cost....and ease of setup/take down.
Thanks pal for your help and the quick return first time that i I am doing this I hope I got I rigth
73 kb2 EYD
I’m using a super antenna MP1 as is currently, and it’s a get bit of kit. Got a longer (5m long) whip on the way, which I’m hoping will really boost the performance of the antenna.
It's a great antenna! Three ways to improve performance.
1. More 1/4 wave counterpoise wires eg 3x, 6x, 9x, ... for each band you're using.
2. Add longer vertical element (reduces loading).
3. Get it higher in the air.
Performance will suffer if only using the coax as a counterpoise.
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Julian oh8stn
This antenna kept me sane in the lock down I actually clamped to the arm bracket on my apartment window like the collapsible whip selection I have the standard telescopic whip also G clamp to picnic tables but also have bought a disco lighting tripod to stand it on I find the standard tripod is useless in long grass tends to flip over when the coax is fitted keep up the good work M0YCQ
glazing window
Thank you Julian. I was hoping you were going to review your antenna system!
Cheers
You're very welcome. I only wish I could have done it sooner.
Nice video, Julian
I use the original Super Antenna with either the newer titanium whip or a 155" Easton aluminum shock corded tent pole with a quick connect 3/8" x 24 threaded coupler. Works great. I have all the ground radial kits that were available and the clamp. Also use the Super Antenna on my SG-2020 backpack frame. See it here on TH-cam under my callsign, K5TED. It's a 360 video so you have to spin me into view.
Outstanding. 👍 What's your favorite SG-2020/MP1 configuration?
Outstanding video! I dig my Super Antenna MP1. Looking at getting another MP1 to make a dipole. Like the idea of adding the longer whip. Keep up the great work!
WJ6F ...You’d be better off with the vertical.How high can you get that dipole above ground level to be effective will be your biggest hurdle to clear.
A great antenna if you add enough radials, Good review! those are great signals and setup, 73 !
Thanks Edwin 🙏
Edwin I didn't see any radials?
3 radials and coax eith choke at radio end.
New Guy to the channel. Greatly appreciate your work and expertise!
Ive been using a very similar setup for some time now, but with the addition of a second MP1c in place of the counterpoise wires (a suggestion from OH8STN) and I agree that it makes a perfect portable but also easy to deploy antenna system.
I also use that configuration sometimes Mark. I like it very much.
This is interesting; I’d like to learn more about this. The radials/counterpoise wires are annoying to set up.
Hi Julian, Great video with very useful information.
Thanks for sharing.
I amusing FG1 super antenna which I think is the previous model with 80- 10 meters
Amusing?
Im using the Wolf River Coil with the standard radials. But i did also get the extra colars so i could quickly change bands. Specifically for 80, 40 and 20. Like the vid. Thanks. 73. KK4BK
One comment, I setup the same frankentenna but with the Mp1 stake. Ended up having to make more radials and once I did I got a great match on 40m.
That day with the IC705 my longest contact was 385 Miles with 10w SSB.
Thanks for the great informative videos.
Awesome off the grid setup. From the bicycle, to the solar power supply. And that antenna is amazing. Speaking of adding more Counterpoise antenna wires. How well would that work for a standard HT? (People usually have the 1 wire, counterpoise, to create a dipole antenna.
Hi Julian. I use more or less, the same configuration. A Buddipole long telescopic whip and multiple short radials (4), than longer ones. I really enjoy your videos. Working mainly 40 meters. Best wishes from ca3pdb.73 Happy Holidays
I am sorry but I failed to hear what whip is above the coil. Would you please identify the manufacturer and model of the whip. I also heard, with my old age ears, that you had to use the coil adjustment differently from the supplied adjustment card. I was impressed with the performance of this current modification that you have made. I am going to piece out my purchase, so is there any point to purchase the supplied whip in the kit version of this antenna? Thank you for your help in advance. I know that you are busy and I am honored that you would take time to answer such as me. Tommy N4KBM
The MP1 kit version is nice, but sometimes a whip with smaller breakdown size is preferred. Super Antenna doesn't currently offer that option so I looked at the MIL whip from chameleon. That's what was used in this video.
As i'm mulling over the best portable antenna configuration for my manpack, the timing of this video is super helpful. Currently going round in circles regarding cost v's weight/portability, bands & resonantcy (??) considerations. I am bizarely wondering if an Atas-120 could work portably as would also give me 2m/70cm capability in addition to HF to 40m ? Bonus there would be using the same antenna for vehicle mobile and portable if desired. More ideas now to factor in 😎👍. Awesome job as ever. Thank you Julian.
The MP1 also enables 70cm/2m operations.
UrLawyer - how is performance on 2m and 70 cm? I haven’t purchased that coil yet. Very interested.
I’ve actually not yet tried it. I don’t use it with my vhf/uhf radios. Simply saw it in the manual.
I have that antenna and use it for WINMOR. GREAT ANTENNA!
Excellent video and good information about the Super Antenna. I've been using a Chameleon Antenna for a couple of years and have always liked that it's so very versatile allowing for both vertical and wire configurations. However it does need a tuner. I must admit that the Super Antenna is attractive because of the tuner-less multi-band capabilities and ease of deployment. I suppose that to have the option of using a wire for NVIS one could also carry a Packtenna or something similar. along with a portable mast. As the old saying goes, there's a solution to every problem, all that's required is a little imagination.
Julian, tnx for the input to change the MP-1 radiator. For vertical antenna op I use a Slidewinder-DX coil (from M0ECC) and the same foldable mil whip. The principle is really the same. 73 de oe7ftj
Yes agreed. The M0ECC is a 3d printed copy of the Wolf River coil, which is a loose copy of the MP1. All great concepts for shortened 1/4w verts. The MIL seems to be the best collapsible whip at the moment.
Good stuff.
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Julian oh8stn
Just received my MP1 DX package I will be out testing it later today regards M7Cvk
Awesome. Congrats. More counterpoise wires gives the best results. 👍
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Julian oh8stn
I also use the MFJ telescopic whip 12 foot on top of the slider coil, collapses down to 2 foot, have to be careful of any wind and SA mobile recommendation is that it can be used but not whilst actually moving probably due to the stress on the coil from windage.
It is a great antenna but rather costly. I have reliably used a Wolf River Coils Silver Bullet antenna TIA while operating field portable. I enjoy your videos Julian, keep up the good work! 73, de KX4EZ
I have the Super Antenna MP1 as well. Your collapsible whip looks very much like a military AT-271 A/PRC? That antenna used to be used for the PRC-77 series and others. Thanks for the excellent content!
Nice video, Julian! Given your comment about using less coil turns, I assume that the ruler that comes with the antenna becomes useless, right?
Hey Julian...seriously considering adding the MP-1 to IC-705/7300 kit for hi-speed, simple, portable deployment...I suspect your kit is still of solid value to you?
Definitely. For my radios without a tuner, the mp1 is my number one choice. The only thing I've done differently, is added a collapsible whip instead of the titanium whip which comes with the kit.
Hey Julian, another great Frankentenna, with your usual quality information. I’m very close to pulling the trigger on an MPAS2 and wonder how the stock MPAS efficiency compares to this hybrid?
Nice video. I do have a question Julian, you mentioned when using the longer whip you used less of the coil than with the standard whip or titanium whip. I use the FG1 SWR ruler with those items, did you create new ruler settings for the longer whip? Thanks and 73 Steve KB3JC
Hello Steve. Actually I forgot to mention this in the video. I don't use the frequency guide with this configuration. I use my micro SWR meter, carried with my go kit.
Thanks for the comment, question and kindness. It's very much appreciated.
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Julian oh8stn
Julian, please excuse my ignorance. At the 4:00 mark you connect a UHF splitter to your rig. What are you using it for? Thank you.
You're not ignorant! I was doing a phased vertical test with two super antennas trying to get some directivity towards North America.
Hi Dear name is Edgardo because of your wonderful video I purchase the mp1 and the yaesu 891 I have some difficulties to navigate into the menu but I manage to a needed radials ?? is the radio comes with tuner please let me know thank you very much
Yes the MP1 requires 1/4w radisls for each band. They should have been included in the package.
Another great video Julian, I love the portability and the flexibility of the antenna but I do wonder how efficient it is in comparison to a full size 1/4 wave? Have you done a comparison or know of one? On the lower bands the vertical element is a fraction of full size as well as total radial length being way less than than ideal. I understand why people use it and it has its place. I suppose in a nutshell if you were in a real life emergency situation, would a full size 1/4 wave antenna make the critical communication where the MP1 may not? Keep up the fantastic content, Colin MM0OPX
Do you have to shorten or lengthen the whip for different bands
I'm guessing the blue water is salt water so one elevated ground plane out toward the water will work wonders for a vertical. Same for an elevated counterpoise below a horizontal, etc.
Reflecting the signal has always saved the day when I'm portable, plus it requires less output power to make contacts. That's been my experience any way.
Excellent Advice Dog back to zero. The next time I'm out there with this antenna, I think I'll try to set it up over the water. Thank you 👍
I realize this is 3 years old now, but I just came across it. I'm looking to duplicate parts of your setup, but I noticed something and had some questions
I see in parts of the video, both poles for the MP1 (base to coil) are used, whereas in others only 1 was used. Did you find one configuration better than the other? I also wanted to know if the measurement tool Superantenna includes (for the coil) was still useful with your modification. Thanks!
When you use 2 poles under the coil, cour antenna can develop more current, helping efficiency. Sometimes a more portable setup is desired, so a single pole will do.
Naturally the frequency guide from super Antenna won't ve precise anymore. Just tune the slider for a highest noise on the frequency, and you'll be close.
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Julian oh8stn
On the motor bike: Does it charge your LFePO4 battery every time the antenna tip hits a powerline 😂? I know its only 2.2 meters tall - but the perspective on your video makes it look close to those cables
Like a manual tarheel antenna. With the antenna whip used it would make a great antenna for scouts to use on a trip.
I am about to make a 5 band folded fan dipole, an old morgain design. But this antenna intrigues me, I may have to try this.
Have you had any trouble with corrosion between your Super Antenna and Chameleon Antenna whip? I read that aluminum and brass will corrode when put together.
None at all. On the chameleon I use non conductive anti seize compound between dissimilar metals. The super antenna is and titanium so there's no problem there. If you're worried though, just use a little bit of that non-conductive anti-seize compound. It's in the chameleon user manual 👍
I also have the super antenna and like it very much. I have two questions though. Who’s whip are you using and where did you get those plastic side rails for your FT 891
The whip is from chameleon, it's called the MIL WHIP 2.0. The rails are 3D printed from thingiverse. 👍
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us, I have the super antenna system, and, I am wanting to add the folding whip. How can I figure out what the length of the exposed coil should be using the new taller folding antenna, what you are saying makes so much sense, but how do I figure it out. The little plastic gauge the supply with the kit, isn't going to be right, like you said, you will need less coil showing for th given frequency, is there a ratio or a formula a guy can try who does not have a tone of extra equipment, or antenna tuner to use to get in the ball park.
Thanks again my friend , Keep up the awesome videos, one day I will have my rig built to the standards you use, and make a contact with you from my little off grid location. SE Oklahoma, I have faith, and I know one day, I will hear you and get to add you to m y list of less than 4 or 5 contacts on QRZ.
Have a blessed week.
keep up the fun videos
Dale
First of all, thanks for the kindness. As far as getting the right measurement on the coil, you'll have to test it with either a handheld antenna analyzer, or antenna analyzer built into your radio. If using your radio, do that using very low power. Once I found the right points on the slider for 40, 30, 20, I marked those spots with a Sharpie marker on the plastic between the coil turns, where I had best swr on that band. This way you have a visual reference of each band directly on the coil. The awesome thing about doing it this way as you only have to do it once, and you don't have to remember to take the frequency guide with you whenever you operate.
New ham here. I just unboxed and set up the MP1. What happens if I leave off the radials/groundplane/counterpoise wires?
It won't be as efficient and it won't tune up according to the tuning guide. In theory you can use the mp1 without the radials if you have a long enough coax cable. It won't work very well though. Definitely use the radials for the most efficient setup
Hi. I am set up to an Icom 7300 with internal tuner. A useable swr can only be had on 10 meters??
Counterpoise wire are out. Flexible whip in place. Wire were on my deck and then out on the lawn, no change.
I am at a lose. Any help is appreciated.
William
Curious how this hybrid compares with the MPAS 2.0 using stock configuration with the mil whip extension? That is, how much does the extra length using the mil whip extension compensate for the inefficiency, compared with the MP1 hybrid , which is shorter but more efficient? Again, another great vid.
Excellent question, one which I've been waiting for someone to bring up. I think comparative testing could answer this question, most interesting for me would be a test to measure the performance on 20, 30 & 40M.
I have a question on how your checking the tuning on the antenna. I see you hooking up a Tee connector on the back of the radio. Are you temporarily hooking up the minivna via coax and un-connecting the coax and leaving the connector open or putting a cap on it? Or possibly running coax to a switch to disconnect the rf but leaving the vna connected to the cable?
Thanks, Mike AG7QH
Julian, love your videos. They are chock full of great information! I’m a novice at all of this, and I’m trying to setup a Raspberry Pi. Your videos are a great help! Just a question, as I’m looking at this setup, I noticed a yellow coil or choke between the radio and the antenna. Could you let us know what that is.
Hi Julian, great video. Is the mil whip the one that extends 13’ or 9’….the have two.
Also who makes that table mount? Thanks
You can choose the best one for your setup. In this vid the shorter MIL whip was used, rather than the telescopic whip. The table mount also comes from the @chameleonantenna website.
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Julian oh8stn
Great video Julian, one question…I got all of the items for the “Frankenstein” antenna and I thought I remember you having a backpack which has Velcro straps on the side to carry the mil whip 2.0 rods. Can you let me know the brand and the video you had that in? Thanks!
Hello Julian,
Greetings from England !
I hope you're well.
Is this a Chameleon clamp (CHA-UCM) you're using on the table?
I've just tried to use a brand new one today, and as soon as I start to tighten it (to a wooden table)... it starts to bend!!!...
I've emailed Chameleon and their reply is... I'm using it wrong!
I'm really feeling stupid, as there's only one thing the clamp does: tighten or loosen...
And I assure you I'm not forcing anything, as soon as I do half a turn of the knob, you literally see the frame bend outwards...
How many turns do you tighten yours?...
Apologies for the random questions but I know I don't have super-strength, so I'm at a loss here.
Plus, at £99.00 ($125.00) a piece, I'm rather unimpressed by the poor quality of the "military-approved aluminium" ...
Any help much appreciated.
Best regards, stay safe,
Manny / 2E0HJN / England
That looks like a fun load out and a great location! Thanks for he video!
I just got a chance to make some contacts on my G90 and want to take it out in the field now and see how things work with the little EFHW antenna and battery I have.
73 de N2NLQ
I can already tell you, you're going to have a blast for sure. In my previous video how to ham radio off grid, I used g90. The low receive current and built-in antenna tuner make it a really fun radio for an end fed.
Nice video Julian. What mount is that? Looks similar to the CHA UCM, but not exactly. Thanks.
Thanks for that. It's a prototype of that chameleon UCM.
Julian, have you tried the MC-705 by Chelegance? I'm curious about your impression if you have one. I own the MP1 but find tuning it more challenging than the MC-750. Also, can you share how you tune the MP1 on 40m with the extended whip on top? This configuration renders the configuration card that ships with the antenna inaccurate. So, I'm curious about your method for efficient and effective tuning.
I added a hustler quick disconnect adapter at base so i could quickly lower antenna to make adjustments to the coil, much faster then unscrewing it when its out of reach.. Significantly better gain when the counter poise is raised above ground a few feet vs laying it on ground.
*_Great video my friend! Love that logo you've got!_*
The MP1 is a great antenna. It's easy to deploy, and I find that I am able to transmit/receive easily on 20 m and 40 m. I haven't worked much with other bands .... but I will. 73. KI5KET
The antenna has been updated for 2023. Its been "ruggedized" according to superantenna
Thanks.
Where did you read that?
Thank you...you have great content. Very thurough.....
Thank you for watching, it's a blessing to share.
mobile mount for the super antenna?
Thanks for all your contributions to portable power(Especially PowerFilm). I'm really curious about the Lightsaver Max and the additional 20 Watt panel performance. Improved charge times, recharging AA batteries etc. Have you used the powerfilm specific AA/AAA trickle charger(RA-3b)? Any info is appreciated.
Julian, where did you get the collapsable antenna section at the top? Love the setup. Great vid.
Great information! Are you planning a blog post detailing your setup for this configuration and mobile? Thanks again!
Thanks for the comment and the kindness. I could make a blog post. What information would you like to see?
@@OH8STN, I do enjoy how you break down your systems for different operating conditions. I think showing how the different components come together based on the given operating scenario. 1) here are all the parts a-g; 2) I use parts a,b,c for this setup, and parts a,b, f for this setup.
Let's see what I can come up with. It might be better served in a video rather than a blog post. But I promise, one or the other.
I'm a fulltime RVer and use an MP1 with my 891. My MP1 is used without mods and I've had great success with it. I'd like to try the mods you shared in the video and eliminate my tuner. I'm assuming that the included band adjustment scale is no longer used with your mods. Did you need an analyzer to adjust the coil? Thanks, 73 - K6SPA
Yes that's right the FG is out of adjustment, so I used a hand analyser to tune up. It's really excellent hearing how others use the mp1. Thanks for watching.
PS. I was many times in Rihiimäki, Tampere and in Kymenlakson but it's many years ago ... 73
Thanks for what you are doing Julian. Your videos are a big help to me as I start out in amateur radio. Love your YT content and following you on Instagram. Rock n roll, 73 W3RRM
Can this antenna be used for OTH (over the horizon) or rather, non line of sight communications?
Julian! What type of a mount are you using to connect the MP1 to the table?
For this trip I used the UMC from Chameleon Antenna. Super Antenna has a similar system as well.
Greetings! Using almost the same configuration as you, using a Buddipole, I sure would like to see a comparison between the two. 73 de SV1SLB and SX200SLB
Time to talk about that bike in detail/why you chose it, how you pack all that etc
Adjustable coil is already antenna tuner.
Do you use a choke with this
Always using a choke
What collapsible whip are you using?
Chameleon MIL WHIP 2.0
How well does the MP1 work on 6m with the original setup?
Muy bueno! Saludos! Desde la República Argentina LU7AGT Gustavo 73!
Where did you get the Universal mount you used in this video? I have not been able to find it.
Chameleon and Super Antenna have their own versions of the universal mounts
Great video. What's your furthest contact using this rig?
Perhaps Japan QRP JS8Call. Also worked Alaska with this setup, but that's probably easier.
Okay I am within a few days of attempting my technicians exam. Had a smidgen of confidence until now. Thanks alot! You lost me at antenna. 😣
Can you redo this with multiple choice? Lol
Don't freak out Barry. 👍 What we're doing here has little to do with the exam. The exam make sure you understand how not to hurt yourself and where you should operate. The types of things we're doing in this video are the practical things we begin to think about in the field. Don't take stress, just do one thing at a time :-)
im going B n F between this and the Wolf River. thanks great video. The Martian AKA KJ7DOY
Interesting info. Plenty of food for thought as always. Thank you, Julian! I don't see a source where I can purchase just the MC! Super Slider. Have you ver used the MC2 SuperPlexer? I see it comes with a kit on Amazon with the MP1. If so, did you find it was effective as well? Was your whip from Chameleon? 73
Does this configuration works also on 20m?
That's a great question. I'll have to test it and let you know. I'm usually on 30, 40, 60 and 80.
you could use a mfj 1779 17ft telscopic antenna should work well on the lower bands without coil its a 1/4 wave on 20m chris
1979
Too short for 60 40 and 30 without coil.
@@ZAR66 yep 1979 my bad
@@ZAR66 cool i have 2 for my mfj big ears and 1 for my ft857 back pack radio
Call me crazy but would it be possible to put a 102 whip on the mp1 supper antenna.
With the locking screw, absolutely.
Have you try Diamond RHM-5? I cant find any information about that one. And...thanks for all your awesome videos? 73
Awesome video quick question if you had to choose one to take with you would you take the camillion Mpas 2.0 or the super antenna thanks
It depends on the radio. If my radio did not have an internal tuner, I would use the super antenna with a longer whip. If my radio did have an internal Twitter, I would definitely take the mpas.
What do you like better mpas 2.0 or super antenna?
Super Antenna when I'm not using a tuner, mpas 2.0 when I have to quickly change bands but have no specific band planned