Re: MFJ-2010 mounting?

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> ...looking for ideas how to mount a MFJ-2010 antenna.

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I’m sure there are lots of people with experience who will be able to give you a good answer, but if you have room to set up some guy wires, you might consider surplus military camouflage support poles. They are made of either aluminum or fiberglass and come in four-foot sections:

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They are available from a variety of vendors, and can be purchased new or used. Please note that some of the vendors on places like eBay are ridiculously over-priced, or impose outrageous shipping charges.

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I am currently using five of these to support a dual-band co-linear antenna in my back yard (in an attempt to keep a low profile due to HOA restrictions). It is currently unguyed, secured at ground level (set over a pipe driven into the ground), and attached to the fascia board about nine feet off the ground. It appears to be quite stable, although I haven’t had to deal with significant wind yet. In the event of severe weather or intervention by the HOA, it can easily be lowered (and re-erected) by one person.

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Hope this helps...

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Wes AG7WQ

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Latest Ham Fest Flyer Upcoming Hamfests Flyer from our friends at Arizona Desert Aire Waves (ADAW). Use the link below or download the attached file:

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?? Latest Ham Fest Flyer??

Upcoming Hamfests Flyer from our friends at?Arizona?Desert?Aire?Waves?(ADAW).

Use the link below or download the attached file:

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ

HamfestFlyers_May.pdf

Local Ham Club Activities

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? Local Ham Club Activities ?

Check out the link (or attached file) for the May newsletter from Arizona?Desert?Aire?Waves?for the latest happenings in our local ham community.

Regards, Joe, N2QOJ

May.pdf

New ARRL Podcast - The Eclectic Tech - Episode 3

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New ARRL Podcast - The Eclectic Tech - Episode 3

The ARRL began a new podcast a few?weeks ago and it is hosted by Steve Ford, WB8IMY.

The Eclectic Tech podcast brings news, interviews, and commentary about technology and science -- all with an amateur radio twist.

This third episode has the following topics: JS8Call, SSTV, and arc-fault circuit breakers.

Stream:

As always, feedback is welcome.

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ

MFJ-2010 mounting?

#234

Im looking?for ideas how to mount a MFJ-2010 antenna. I bought a pair of spiderpoles, hoping to string the antenna between them, however, they are so flimsy that they will not stand up straight and the load of the antenna causes them to bend over 180 degrees at the top (a U-turn). Really sucks. Also, can't get them to stand up on their own, I tried stakes, but the force required to keep them straight also causes them to de-telescope... Looking for some advice

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Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

For Sale

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Posted for Scott, KB9JTN:

TM-241 working but no display

HTX202 for parts only

MFJ 949D HF antenna tuner - Asking $100

Alpha Delta-DX-EE Fan dipole for 40-10 Meters -? NIB, Never used, new at HRO and GigaParts @ $149.95, asking $130

If interested, please direct email KB9JTN at kb9jtn@....

New ARRL Podcast - The Eclectic Tech - Episode 2

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New ARRL Podcast - The Eclectic Tech - Episode 2

The ARRL began a new podcast a few?weeks ago and it is hosted by Steve Ford, WB8IMY.

The Eclectic Tech podcast brings news, interviews, and commentary about technology and science -- all with an amateur radio twist.

This second episode has the following topics: Expensive Macs, Alexa and ham radio, sunspots and whales, and HamSci.

Stream:

As always, feedback is welcome.

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ

QCECG weekly training net - 4/26/2020 @ 8 PM (2000)

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QCECG weekly training net - 4/26/2020 @ 8 PM (2000)

Please join us. QCECG weekly training net - 4/26/2020 @ 8 PM (2000)

8 pm at 449.325 Mhz PL 100.0 Hz. - Visitors welcome!

Listen over the Internet at

Re: APRS Overview - Virtual Presentation

#230

Here is the recording of the APRS Overview presentation:

Joe, N2QOJ

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On Wed, Apr 15, 2020, 2:08 PM Joe Sammartino <jsammartino@...> wrote:

APRS Overview - Virtual Presentation

Aaron, AG7GK, will be hosting a presentation on April 21st. This will be a casual overview of APRS on 2 Meters, equipment, tips and tricks, fun stuff, etc.

This will be a video conference but you can just call and/or video conference via phone, tablet, or PC.

Here are the details:

Topic: APRS Overview
Time: Apr 21, 2020 08:00 PM Arizona
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:

Or Telephone:

Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 346 248 7799? or +1 669 900 6833? or +1 253 215 8782? or +1 301 715 8592? or +1 312 626 6799? or +1 646 876 9923
Meeting ID: 287 539 5168
International numbers available:

Or iPhone one-tap (US Toll):? +13462487799,,2875395168# or +16699006833,,2875395168#

New ARRL Podcast - The Eclectic Tech - Episode 1

#229

The ARRL began a new podcast a few?weeks ago and it is hosted by Steve Ford, WB8IMY.

The Eclectic Tech podcast brings news, interviews, and commentary about technology and science -- all with an amateur radio twist.

This first episode has the following topics: QO-100 satellite, testing handhelds, Raspberry Pi remote, and Solar Minimum.

Download:

Stream:

As always, feedback is welcome.

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

#228

Tom indeed was the source of the knowledge.? All I did was look it up and snap the screenshot.? ? :-)

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On Fri, Apr 24, 2020 at 8:15 AM Joe Sammartino <jsammartino@...> wrote:

Tom,

It's all about visuals these days. Always include a link. People will click on links all day long but usally only skim text.

Thanks for your input.

Joe, N2QOJ

On Fri, Apr 24, 2020, 8:09 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

glad someone took my advice

On Friday, April 24, 2020, 10:27:32 AM EDT, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Yes, thanks. I didn't know about that website.
Ron

On Fri, Apr 24, 2020 at 6:49 AM jim_kf7e@... <jim_kf7e@...> wrote:

??? Eureka, good find, Court!

Jim

On 24-Apr-20 06:00, court.kg7vf@... wrote:

For barrel connectors, reasonably priced, all different lengths.

sent from phone

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On Thu, Apr 23, 2020, 12:06 Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.
Ron

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--

Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

--
Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

#227

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They are great people! ?I have been order from them for years.

Jeff

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On Apr 24, 2020, at 7:26 AM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Yes, thanks. I didn't know about that website.
Ron

On Fri, Apr 24, 2020 at 6:49 AM jim_kf7e@... <jim_kf7e@...> wrote:

??? Eureka, good find, Court!
Jim

On 24-Apr-20 06:00, court.kg7vf@... wrote:

For barrel connectors, reasonably priced, all different lengths.

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sent from phone

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On Thu, Apr 23, 2020, 12:06 Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.
Ron

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--

Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

--
Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

#226

Tom,

It's all about visuals these days. Always include a link. People will click on links all day long but usally only skim text.

Thanks for your input.

Joe, N2QOJ

Show quoted text

On Fri, Apr 24, 2020, 8:09 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

glad someone took my advice

On Friday, April 24, 2020, 10:27:32 AM EDT, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Yes, thanks. I didn't know about that website.
Ron

On Fri, Apr 24, 2020 at 6:49 AM jim_kf7e@... <jim_kf7e@...> wrote:

??? Eureka, good find, Court!

Jim

On 24-Apr-20 06:00, court.kg7vf@... wrote:

For barrel connectors, reasonably priced, all different lengths.

sent from phone

?

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020, 12:06 Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.
Ron

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--

Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

--
Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

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Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

Thomas Miller

#225

glad someone took my advice

On Friday, April 24, 2020, 10:27:32 AM EDT, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Yes, thanks. I didn't know about that website.

Ron

Show quoted text

On Fri, Apr 24, 2020 at 6:49 AM jim_kf7e@... <jim_kf7e@...> wrote:

??? Eureka, good find, Court!

Jim

On 24-Apr-20 06:00, court.kg7vf@... wrote:

For barrel connectors, reasonably priced, all different lengths.

sent from phone

?

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020, 12:06 Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.
Ron

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--

Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

#224

Yes, thanks. I didn't know about that website.

Ron

Show quoted text

On Fri, Apr 24, 2020 at 6:49 AM jim_kf7e@... <jim_kf7e@...> wrote:

??? Eureka, good find, Court!

Jim

On 24-Apr-20 06:00, court.kg7vf@... wrote:

For barrel connectors, reasonably priced, all different lengths.

sent from phone

?

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020, 12:06 Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.
Ron

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--

Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

#223

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??? Eureka, good find, Court!

Jim

On 24-Apr-20 06:00, court.kg7vf@... wrote:

Show quoted text

For barrel connectors, reasonably priced, all different lengths.

sent from phone

?

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020, 12:06 Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.
Ron

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--

Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

#222

For barrel connectors, reasonably priced, all different lengths.

sent from phone

?

Show quoted text

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020, 12:06 Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.
Ron

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:
Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:
Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--
Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--
Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

#221

Yes

Try not to do this:

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On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 12:06 PM Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.
Ron

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:
Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:
Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--
Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--
Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

#220

So, best recommendation?is to get a blank wall plate, drill a hole for the SO-239 and use a long barrel connector? The outside could be a junction box, it's the inside im more worried about. Needs to look good for the wife.

Ron

Show quoted text

On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 11:43 AM Thomas Miller via <k8pnw=[email protected]> wrote:

Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna.? I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe.? Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long.? No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:
Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--
Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272

--

Ron Watkins, KJ7MSB
602.743.5272

Re: Wall mount SO-239 connectors?

Thomas Miller

#219

Mine go through a piece of sewer pipe so no connector needed. Also leaves room for another cable for your next Antenna. ?I have six coax cables and a rotator cabe. ?Tower Electronics in Wisconsin sells pl259 barrels up to 12 inches long. ?No Mount needed just drill. 5/8 inch hole and put a nut on each end inside and outside.

Tom K8PNW

Show quoted text

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:25 PM, Ron Watkins <rwatki@...> wrote:

Anyone know where to find SO-239 connectors with a wall plate mount? Im looking to install a antenna lead through the exterior wall into the house and need some sort of wall plate for the SO-239 to make it look semi-professional and not just a hole in the wall.

--
Ron Watkins, AI7AK
602.743.5272