QRP portable DX: 12 and 10 metres

3,396 views · Published 18 October 2011 · 4:46 · Indexed 25 October 2026

Channel: Amateur Radio VK3YE · 2011 · Howto & Style

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Most portable operating has been on 40 metres due to its high activity and reliable results.  However sometimes I'm up for the thrill of the more volatile higher HF bands. 

Footage shows QRP CW, SSB and WSPR operating on 12 and 10 metres from a local beach.  It's just before noon local time.   The usual 22 metre wire antenna, end-fed, is used.  See previous videos for more information as it features frequently. 

Some of the signal reports weren't particularly good and the antenna's radiation pattern is uncertain.  Future experiments will be with verticals - said to be good near salt water.

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