Hi, all,
I need to build a Beverage antenna for 80 meters (CW freq.). I thought of
buying the matching unit (model 180A) and the resistive load (model 185A)
from ICE (http://personal.isla.net/ice/), but I'd prefer a faster
alternative solution in order to avoid all those import procedures.
The resistive load (or an equivalent) can be purchased locally, so this
part is easy. But, as I am in a hurry (want to try a rare DX on 80 m that's
only possible on june to beginning of july), I don't want to build the
matching box myself.
I have an old Yaesu FC-102 antenna tunner wich is still working quite
nicely. It has a rear panel connection for wire antennae. The user manual
does not even mention Beverages. My question is: can the FC-102 be used to
replace the ICE matching unit (model 180A) for the beverage? Has anybody
tried this yet?
Any information shared will be appreciated.
73, Roger - PY1OL
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