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[HCDX] Advice Please
Hello:
I was an active SWL starting in 1960 with my first QSL from Radio Habana
Cuba and ending in the mid 90âs. I still own my first receiver, a National
NC-60 that was refurbished. I also own a working Sony ICF 2010 and an ICOM
R-75 that worked the last time I turned it on.
My home is located in a northwest suburbs of Chicago in a typical
neighborhood of dense housing. A power line of some sort and cable line run
across at the back edge of the property about 75 feet from the house. Our
home has four cable boxes along with assorted electronic devices from TVâs
to computers to tablets to smart phones. As you can guess the electronic
noise is high. I did erect a short single wire out the upstairs window
which is about 40 feet long ending on the roof of the detached garage.
I have been reading Jerry Bergâs book about shortwave and my interest is
rekindled. My question is, is it possible to enjoy the hobby again in this
high RF environment? I know I could search all the posts and emails about
and glean bits and pieces but am writing for overall advice as things stand
today.
I am not technically astute in wiring and such having simply put up single
wire antennas in the various places I have lived, not even using a ground.
So I am asking for basic stuff or leads for info I could use. If this
breaks any protocols here, I do apologizeâthanks for any assistance..
John
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