[Elecraft] Using a MP-1 antenna... a few tips :-)

[Bob Nielsen]

Hello Jean-François,

I think you will be very pleased with the MP-1.  I used mine with a K2
from inside a 6th floor hotel room in Tourcoing, France during the WPX
contest last May and made several contacts of 1500-3000 km on 20m
at 5W through the heavy EU QRM. 

Even a 1/8-wavelength counterpoise as you described is adequate to get
the input impedance to a point where the antenna tuner can easily match
the antenna.  I use the 4SQRP Tenna-Dipper to easily tune it to my
operating frequency.

I found it helpful to have a 3/8-24 tap, as the threads tend to gall
fairly easily if you assemble/disassemble it often. 

73, Bob N7XY

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