Wonder Wand WideBander Multi QRP Portable Antenna Kit
SKU Part Number: WONDER-MULTI
Ultimate Portable Flexibility Wonder Wand WideBander Multi A highly compact multiband QRP antenna package covering HF through VHF/UHF, with a...
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Ultimate Portable Flexibility

Wonder Wand WideBander Multi

A highly compact multiband QRP antenna package covering HF through VHF/UHF, with a 120 cm telescopic whip, 10 m wire radiator, 3 m counterpoise and the adaptors needed for a wide range of portable transceivers.

The Wonder Wand WideBander Multi combines the familiar WideBander tuning unit with both of Wonder Wand's most useful portable antenna configurations in one package.

For the smallest possible setup, fit the supplied 120 cm telescopic radiator. When you have more room available, connect the supplied 10 m radiating wire and 3 m counterpoise to put substantially more wire in the air.

At around 315 g for the complete package, it is particularly well suited to SOTA, POTA, hiking, holidays and lightweight portable operation, where both pack size and weight matter.

COVERAGE
160m – 70cm
Wide multiband coverage from HF through 6m, 2m and 70cm in one portable antenna system.
TWO RADIATORS
Whip or Wire
Choose between the compact 120 cm telescopic whip and the supplied 10 m wire radiator.
LIGHTWEIGHT
Approx. 315 g
Designed for portable operating where every gram and every bit of pack space counts.
QRP
Up to 10W PEP
Intended specifically for low-power portable amateur-radio operation. SWR must be lower than 1.3:1 on digital & CW
THE COMPLETE WIDEBANDER

One Package for Different Portable Situations

The Multi effectively brings together the different WideBander configurations into one versatile package. You no longer have to decide between carrying the compact telescopic version and taking a wire antenna.

Pack the complete Multi and choose the most suitable arrangement once you reach your operating position.

MINIMUM PACK SIZE

120 cm Telescopic Whip

The supplied telescopic radiator has a BNC connection and extends to approximately 120 cm. It provides the quickest and most compact way to get the WideBander on the air when space is at a premium.

MORE WIRE IN THE AIR

10 m Radiator + 3 m Counterpoise

When space allows, switch to the supplied 10 m radiating element and 3 m counterpoise. This gives you a far more substantial antenna system for portable HF use while retaining the same compact WideBander tuning unit.

IDEAL FOR SOTA & POTA

Built for Operating Away from the Shack

Portable operators often have to compromise between antenna performance, setup time, weight and the amount of equipment that will actually fit into a rucksack.

The WideBander Multi is designed around exactly that problem. Use the whip for a rapid, minimal setup, or deploy the longer wire when you reach a summit, park or campsite with enough room available.

CONNECTION ADAPTORS INCLUDED

Ready for a Wide Range of QRP Radios

The Multi includes a useful set of connection adaptors, allowing the WideBander to be used with many common portable transceivers without having to build a collection of separate fittings.

BNC / Banana Adaptor For connection of the supplied wire radiator and counterpoise.
PL Right-Angle Adaptor Useful where the antenna connection or operating position benefits from a 90-degree connection.
PL / BNC Adaptor Allows the WideBander system to be adapted between common portable-radio antenna connections.
PORTABLE RADIO FRIENDLY

Ideal for Popular QRP Transceivers

With the supplied adaptors, the WideBander Multi is particularly well suited to portable radios such as:

Icom IC-705 Yaesu FTX-1 Yaesu FT-817 Yaesu FT-818 Elecraft QRP Radios
SIMPLE MANUAL TUNING

Tune in Four Simple Steps

1 Set the upper fine-tuning control to its centre position.
2 Adjust the lower tuning control for the strongest received noise.
3 Transmit at low power and adjust the upper control while watching the radio's SWR indication.
4 Once a satisfactory match is achieved, you're ready to operate.
COMPLETELY SELF-CONTAINED

No Batteries. No Charging. No Extra Power Supply.

The WideBander is a passive antenna matching system, so there is nothing else to charge or power before heading out. Put it in the rucksack with the radio and you're ready for the next activation.

Important – QRP Operation Only

The Wonder Wand WideBander is intended for QRP operation and is rated by Wonder Wand for a maximum of 10 watts ERP. Do not exceed the manufacturer's stated power rating.

IN THE BOX

Wonder Wand WideBander Multi Package

1 × WideBander tuning unit
1 × 10 m radiating wire
1 × 3 m counterpoise wire
1 × 120 cm telescopic radiator with BNC connector
1 × BNC / banana plug adaptor
1 × PL right-angle adaptor
1 × PL / BNC adaptor

Wonder Wand WideBander Multi

Lightweight multiband portable QRP antenna package with interchangeable telescopic and wire radiator configurations.

Product type Manually tuned portable QRP antenna system
Coverage 160m to 70cm
Supported bands 160m, 80m, 60m, 40m, 30m, 20m, 17m, 15m, 12m, 10m, 6m, 2m, 70cm
Maximum power 10W PEP
Telescopic radiator 120 cm, BNC connection
Wire radiator 10 m / approx. 33 ft
Counterpoise 3 m / approx. 10 ft
Weight Approx. 315 g
External power None required

Supplied Components

Tuning unit Wonder Wand WideBander
Radiators 120 cm telescopic whip and 10 m wire
Counterpoise 3 m wire
Adaptors BNC / banana plug, PL right-angle and PL / BNC

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