I think some of the newer operators on 160 have the misconception that a "loop
antenna" is a gain antenna when it really is what I call an elimination antenna
as it nulls out the undesirable signal and allows you to hear the signal that
is present on that frequency. I use a 10 foot tuned looper on the "LOWFER" band
160-190 Khz and can copy "TH" in Coltsneck, NJ from Syracuse, NY running a 1
watt beacon that I cannot copy using any of numerous other antennas. Try it but
be sure to seal the opening at the top (exactly half way around) so no water
enters.
Don W2MPK
-- Don Moth -- w2mpk@dreamscape.com --
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