I have been experimenting with different Mode S antennas for portable/mobile use. My latest test was with a Luxul flat panel antenna (http://www.wisp-router.com/wri/itemdesc.asp?ic=CPFP%2D24%2D11&eq=&Tp...). This one was a disappointment in this application. I went back to the K5GNA reflector. The problem is that it doesnt lend itself to packing into the Pelican 1490 briefcase that I keep my satellite demo kit in.
Has anyone tried any of the "flat panel" type of antenna with good success ?
Thanks,
Ron KA4KYI
So take the K5GNA reflector, cut it along the bends, drill and fit small hinges making a stop of some sort to give the correct angle when open and there you go.
-----Original Message----- From: amsat-bb-bounces@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Ronald Nutter Sent: 14 June 2008 13:34 To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Mode S Antenna quest
I have been experimenting with different Mode S antennas for portable/mobile use. My latest test was with a Luxul flat panel antenna (http://www.wisp-router.com/wri/itemdesc.asp?ic=CPFP%2D24%2D11&eq=&Tp...). This one was a disappointment in this application. I went back to the K5GNA reflector. The problem is that it doesnt lend itself to packing into the Pelican 1490 briefcase that I keep my satellite demo kit in.
Has anyone tried any of the "flat panel" type of antenna with good success ?
Thanks,
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