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  • description: āœ… PURCHASE LINK: https://www.banggood.com/custlink/3m3... Looking for an HF antenna selector that won't break the bank? In this video, we take an in-depth look at the AT-16, a low-cost solution for managing up to 6 antennas in your radio shack. We test its isolation with NanoVNA, review its internal construction, and show you how to fix a minor design flaw so it works perfectly. If you're a ham radio operator looking to optimize your station with an efficient and "good, nice, and cheap" antenna distributor, this technical review is for you! šŸ“ VIDEO CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to the AT-16 Antenna Selector 01:15 Unboxing: What's in the Box? 02:56 Critical Warning: Indoor vs. Outdoor Use 04:30 The 3 Pillars of a Good Antenna Selector 06:31 Safety Test: Does it Ground Antennas? 08:43 Insertion Loss Test (HF) with NanoVNA 09:38 Is it Suitable for VHF/UHF? Surprising Results 11:11 Isolation Test: How Many dB Does My Radio Protect? 12:36 Internal Analysis: Relays, Soldering, and Power (W) 14:26 The Design Flaw in the Grounding and How to Fix It 15:23 How to Power the Remote Control (DIY) 16:33 Final Verdict: Is it Worth the Investment? šŸ” WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS REVIEW: Real-World Performance: Technical Isolation Tests of up to -80 dB in HF bands. Safety: Confirmation that unselected antennas are grounded for static protection. DIY Modifications: How to open the controller and supply the necessary 12V power that is not included. Power Limits: Why the 16A/250V relays make it suitable for 100W continuous power and higher peak power in SSB. šŸ¤ FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: šŸ‘„ - Facebook: Ā Ā /Ā radiobunker73Ā Ā  šŸ“ø - Instagram: Ā Ā /Ā radiobunker73Ā Ā  šŸŽµ - TikTok: Ā Ā /Ā lu8milĀ Ā  šŸ¦ - Twitter: Ā Ā /Ā lu8milĀ Ā  Become a member of this channel to enjoy exclusive perks: Ā Ā Ā /Ā @radiobunker73Ā Ā 
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