This video presents a Magnetic Loop antenna controlled by an Arduino. The controller system receives a command via infrared transmitter similar to a TV remot…
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Here is a brief video demoing the Kenwood AT-250. I am tuning a 2:1 SWR test load.
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  1. Ricardo Caratti
    Ricardo Caratti says:

    Hi Bill. I have the same problem about right combination. I have tried to
    take scraps of toys, computers and printers. But this is not the best way.
    Thanks for the comment. 73. PU2CLR.

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  2. aerozg
    aerozg says:

    I was thinking of doing a very similar project for my Yaesu FRG-7700. I
    need to build the magnetic loops antenna first and then do the remote thing
    with my NetDuino Plus, but use servos from RC airplan to move the antenna.
    Cheers!

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  3. Ricardo Caratti
    Ricardo Caratti says:

    Thanks for the comment. I think you will like my weekend project “Automatic
    Antenna Tunner with Android and Arduino”. I changed my project from IR
    remote control to a Android Mobile Phone. I also introduced a QRP SWR Meter
    to the System. See it in my videos

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  4. bbillp
    bbillp says:

    Good Job. I enjoy programming PICAXE micros and the Arduino. After
    gathering a box of old stepper motors I was able to drive most of them
    fast/slow/forward/reverse without problems. An old battery powered electric
    screw driver is very strong for a low voltage motor, excellent for Linear
    actuators too. However, I always have trouble finding the right combination
    of gears to transfer mechanical energy, this seems to be a stumbling block.
    Good Luck. Bill acj

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  5. aerozg
    aerozg says:

    That remote looks like the one that came with my Newsky TV28T (Elonics
    E4000 & RTL2832U). Nice project, looks like a lot of fun.

    Reply

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