POTA Park Qualification: The Struggle to Reach 10 Contacts Red Summit RF 2026-09-29 | POTA Park Qualification: The Struggle to Reach 10 Contacts
Real World Comparison of HT Antennas to a Unity Gain Antenna Red Summit RF 2025-09-19 | HT Antennas VS Unity Gain AntennasI have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Coaxial Antennas Red Summit RF 2025-09-05 | Coaxial AntennasI have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Surprising Power Consumption Variations in HF Transceivers Red Summit RF 2025-09-05 | Power ConsumptionI have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Youth Camp in Northern Arizona #camping Red Summit RF 2025-06-15 | I was in charge of teaching the boys how to make a medicine pouch, paracord bracelet and wooden whistle. #hamradio #hiking #archery #orienteering #camping
Lone Mountain SOTA - Part 3 #hamradio Red Summit RF 2025-06-09 | Join me on part 1 of my Lone Mountain adventure as I connect with fellow ham radio enthusiasts on the 2m FM band. It's for a program called Summits on the Air!#SummitsOnTheAir #HamRadio #LoneMountain #2mFM #RadioContacts #SOTA #radiocommunication
Lone Mountain SOTA - Part 2 #hamradio Red Summit RF 2025-06-08 | Join me on part 2 of my Lone Mountain adventure as I connect with fellow ham radio enthusiasts on the 2m FM band. It's for a program called Summits on the Air!#SummitsOnTheAir #HamRadio #LoneMountain #2mFM #RadioContacts #SOTA
Lone Mountain SOTA - Part 1 #hamradio Red Summit RF 2025-06-08 | Join me on part 1 of my Lone Mountain adventure as I connect with fellow ham radio enthusiasts on the 2m FM band. It's for a program called Summits on the Air!#SummitsOnTheAir #HamRadio #LoneMountain #2mFM #RadioContacts #SOTA
Understanding Crystal Filters for VHF Radio Red Summit RF 2025-05-28 | Crystal FiltersI have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Antenna Gain Red Summit RF 2025-05-22 | Antenna GainI have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Signal To Noise Ratio Red Summit RF 2025-05-11 | Signal To Noise RatioI have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
How to Program a Yaesu FT-8800 / 8900 Ham Radio Red Summit RF 2025-04-17 | Programming a Yaesu FT-8800 / 8900I have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Homebrew Direct Conversion Receiver Challenge Part 3 #qrpradio Red Summit RF 2024-12-23 | Challenge extended and accepted to create a homebrew 40 meter direct conversion receiver. Challenge extended from the Solder Smoke Podcast to the Ham Radio Workbench, but now to all listeners of the podcast. I guess I am ahead a little bit, but I take my time and will probably be one of the last finishers.Solder Smoke Podcast soldersmoke.blogspot.comHam Radio Workbench Podcast hamradioworkbench.comHackADay Challenge hackaday.io/project/190327-high-schoolers-build-a-radio-receiverJoin this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm #soldersmoke #hamradioworkbench #hackaday #homebrew #electronics
Homebrew Direct Conversion Receiver Challenge Part 2 #qrpradio Red Summit RF 2024-12-15 | Challenge extended and accepted to create a homebrew 40 meter direct conversion receiver. Challenge extended from the Solder Smoke Podcast to the Ham Radio Workbench, but I'll take it on too.Solder Smoke Podcast soldersmoke.blogspot.comHam Radio Workbench Podcast hamradioworkbench.comHackADay Challenge hackaday.io/project/190327-high-schoolers-build-a-radio-receiverJoin this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm #soldersmoke #hamradioworkbench #hackaday #homebrew #electronics
How to Tune a UHF Duplexer for Ham Radio and GMRS Red Summit RF 2024-12-15 | Tuning the PD526 UHF DuplexerI have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Homebrew Your Own Radio #qrpradio Red Summit RF 2024-12-02 | Challenge extended and accepted to create a homebrew 40 meter direct conversion receiver. Challenge extended from the Solder Smoke Podcast to the Ham Radio Workbench, but I'll take it on too.Solder Smoke Podcast soldersmoke.blogspot.comHam Radio Workbench Podcast hamradioworkbench.comHackADay Challenge hackaday.io/project/190327-high-schoolers-build-a-radio-receiverJoin this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm #soldersmoke #hamradioworkbench #hackaday #homebrew #electronics
5 watts for Summits on the Air on VHF, HF and CW Red Summit RF 2024-12-01 | My wife, Sandy W7NRS, joins me for this activation on Madera Mountain. Since I am working through an injury, we chose a Summits on the Air peak with a short hike. Sandy operates voice and I operate CW. I try out the new Fara-J 2 meter antenna using my FT-60r, then we operate on 10 meters with the Yaesu FT-817 transceiver, and finally I use the CFT1 transceiver and KM4CFT Morse code paddle on 20 meters.Fara-J 2m Antenna - vfcomms.com/shop/antenna/fara-j-antennaCFT1 Transceiver - hamgadgets.com/cft1-by-km4cft.htmlKM4CFT Morse code Paddle - hamgadgets.com/KM4CFT-Iambic-paddle-kit-RED-levers-V2_p_19.html3D Print the K6ARK enclosure - printables.com/model/994779-km4cft-cft1-transceiver-caseRed Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf Help support this channel - buy me a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF X: @NJ7V_ Instagram: RedSummitRF Facebook: Red Summit RF TikTok: RedSummitRF #hamradio #SOTA #CW #MorseCode #PortableRadio #QRP #POTA #CFT1 #electronics #hamr
Samlex SEC-1235M Power Supply Cooling Fan Pointer Red Summit RF 2024-11-21 | Samlex SEC-1235M Switching Power Supply amzn.to/3B54tgiI have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Summits on the Air in Utah - WY7N Achieves Mountain Goat Award Red Summit RF 2024-10-21 | Bruce WY7N has reached the status of Mountain Goat in the State of Utah, which has some difficult to traverse mountains. In this episode we will talk to Bruce about his challenges in reaching this milestone and what he has learned along the way.Bruce's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@wy7n79 Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #HamRadio #PortableOps #POTA #QRP
Summits on the Air - A Biathlon for Geeks Red Summit RF 2024-10-07 | If ever a person embodied Summits on the Air, it would be Paula K9IR. She is a very active participant, who has earned several Shack Sloth Awards and is over half way to earning her 3rd Mountain Goat Award. Paula is a dedicated person, not only to ham radio, but to the community and individual. She is service minded, always willing to help educate and further the SOTA cause. She is a true "Queen of the Mountains". Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #HamRadio #PortableOps #POTA #QRP
Ham Radio Apps and Online Tools Red Summit RF 2024-09-30 | The "Five by Five Ham Radio Forum" is back! Join us for a captivating show hosted by five YouTubers, where ham radio apps and online tools take center stage. On every 5th Sunday, three popular YouTube channels combine their talents, bringing together a team of five hosts. Tank Radio and this channel take turns on 5th Sundays, adding an extra twist to the mix. In these special episodes, the spotlight shines on the hosts themselves as each of us brings a ham radio or electronics topic to the roundtable. From cutting-edge tech trends to exciting DIY projects, we cover it all. This interactive fusion showcases our unique perspectives, experiences, and expertise, creating an entertaining and enlightening experience.Links to resources discussed on the show:hamradioworkbench.comicqpodcast.comqsotoday.comsoldersmoke.blogspot.comyoutube.com/@w2aewyoutube.com/@M0NTVHomebrewingsotawatch.sota.org.uk/enhttps://sotl.as/fatmap.comn6qw.blogspot.comqrper.comspaceweatherlive.com/en/solar-activity/sunspot-regions.htmlhttps://morsle.fun/https://hamrs.app/onxmaps.com/hunt/apphamalert.orgsotamat.comham2k.com/apps/poloreversebeacon.netdxwatch.comvoacap.comprop.kc2g.comhttps://aprs.fi/discord.comapp.slack.comTwitter: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Frank KG5AHJ @KG5AHJ Scott @HamTechies Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #POTA #PortableOps #HamRadio #SOTA
Portable Ham Radio Gear Used and Designed by Joshua N5FY from Tufteln.com Red Summit RF 2024-09-16 | I met Joshua N5FY at Hamvention 2024. I joined him and Thomas K4SWL for a couple of POTA activations following the hamfest. Joshua has designed some very nice 3D printed accessories for Summits on the Air and Parks on the Air stations. He designs the accessories and then uses them in the field, so they are thoroughly tested. Josh joins us today to talk a little bit about his SOTA and POTA adventures, as well as his business making 3D printed accessories. Joshua's Website: tufteln.comvfcomms VHF/UHF j-pole: vfcomms.com Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #HamRadio #PortableOps #POTA #QRP
Rockmite Qrp Ham Radio Transceiver Red Summit RF 2024-09-14 | Preparing a QRP Kit for portable field use. Will be activating a Summits on the Air peak with it once I have all the settings lined up.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm #navajonation
Ham Radio in the Navajo Nation with Herb N7HG Red Summit RF 2024-09-14 | On a return visit to the Navajo Nation, I once again stayed over at Herb's place and we had fun exploring the area. In this video I take you along as we activate a SOTA summit that has never been activated. Herb and I were the first to put it on the air.Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf Help support this channel - buy me a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF X: @NJ7V_ Instagram: RedSummitRF Facebook: Red Summit RF TikTok: RedSummitRF #hamradio #SOTA #CW #MorseCode #PortableRadio #QRP #POTA #Rockmite #electronics #hamr
Chasing SOTA, POTA and QRPp Ham Radio Stations From Home Red Summit RF 2024-09-02 | Dan, Brian and I discuss ham radio "chasing", the often overlooked side of Summits on the Air and Parks on the Air. Both Dan and Brian discuss improvements to their stations which improve their chasing capabilities. I talk about the Miles Per Watt Award (KMPW) for the QRPp'er. Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats: youtube.com/c/redsummitrf X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #HamRadio #PortableOps #POTA #QRP
Ham Radio and Lighting Dont Mix Red Summit RF 2024-09-01 | My wife and I set out to summit 2 peaks and operate our ham radio “mountaintop portable”. Mother Nature had other plans. Always respect nature and error on the side of caution. Safety first.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm #navajonation
Rockmite Plus Plus QRP Transceiver Kit in the Field Red Summit RF 2024-08-31 | Sometimes SOTA activations don’t go as planned. This one was one of those. I had some success with the activation but a little trouble with recording the contacts I got on the little Rockmite QRP Transceiver. Rex Harper’s Rockmite ][++ is a fun kit to build and the 6-7 hundred milliwatts can still get you the contacts.QRPme Website: qrpme.comRockmite ][++ Order Page: qrpme.com/?p=product&id=RMBMThumb Screws: amzn.to/4dW0hh2Anker Speaker: amzn.to/4cN8DWUBecome a Red Summit RF Premium member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, exclusive chats, and more by clicking "join" above. Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf Help support this channel - buy me a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF X: @NJ7V_ Instagram: RedSummitRF Facebook: Red Summit RF TikTok: RedSummitRF #hamradio #SOTA #CW #MorseCode #PortableRadio #QRP #POTA #Rockmite #electronics #hamr
FX-4CR QRP HF Transceiver - Summits on the Air with SSB Red Summit RF 2024-08-25 | In this video I take the FX-4CR on a 6.5 mile hike into the Woodchute Wilderness of Prescott, AZ. This is my first time using this ham radio and so these are my first impressions. This field op is both a Summits on the Air and Parks on the Air activation. Thanks to Mitch NK3H for lending me this radio.FX-4CR Transceiver (bg2fx.com/fx-4cr-transceiver-prod)Teton Seat Cushion (amzn.to/4dYM4zA)Osprey Accessory Bags (amzn.to/3AEdZGL)KM4CFT CW Paddle and Sleeve (printables.com/model/653813-iambic-cw-morse-code-paddle-by-km4cft)K6ARK Mic (printables.com/model/320559-mini-microphone-for-trusdx-usdx-kx2-and-kx3)Become a Red Summit RF Premium member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, exclusive chats, and more by clicking "join" above. Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf Help support this channel - buy me a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF X: @NJ7V_ Instagram: RedSummitRF Facebook: Red Summit RF TikTok: RedSummitRF #hamradio #SOTA #CW #MorseCode #PortableRadio #QRP #POTA #FX4CR #electronics #hamr #ssb
BaMaKey TP-II Morse Code Paddle by BaMaTech Red Summit RF 2024-08-22 | The BaMaKey TP-II Morse code paddle is a solid paddle and great for the traveler! Manufactured by ‘BaMaTech’, a German precision engineering company owned by Markus Baseler DL6YYM, this paddle did not disappoint.Thanks to Jason K8TSG for loaning me this paddle.Jason’s YouTube Channel: youtube.com/user/thatsiebguyBaMaTech Order Page: bamatech.net/morsetasten/bamakey-tp-ii-twin-paddle-key-schwarz.html?language=enWorkspace Mat: amzn.to/3XqEpSeThis "paddle feature" is the 22nd in a series of videos about PORTABLE CW KEYS called "Portable Morse Code Paddles". I hope you enjoy this feature and come back for more!Twitter: @NJ7V_Instagram: RedSummitRFFacebook: Red Summit RFTikTok: RedSummitRF Help support this channel - buy me a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Donate via Patreon: patreon.com/redsummitrf#QRP #CW #HamRadio #MorseCode #SOTA #PortableRadio
March Magnetic Custom Made Morse Code Paddles Red Summit RF 2024-08-19 | I met Mike K4QU at Hamvention in 2024. This was the second time I come upon his display of some of the most amazing, professionally crafted Morse code paddles. I invited Mike to join us to find out more about "March Magnetic Paddles" and also a little about his ham radio journey. Mike's Website: sites.google.com/view/march-magnetic-paddles/home Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio communications in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #PortableOps #HamRadio #POTA #qrp #cw #MorseCode
Portable 50 Watt Dual Band Xceiver for the Ham Radio Operator on the Go Red Summit RF 2024-08-17 | I have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.Video on Power Tool Battery Source: youtu.be/RBKVfVdnAt8?si=MIjek5HAYQeOudXp
Introducing the CFT1 Compact Portable QRP CW Field Transceiver #hamradio Red Summit RF 2024-08-15 | With 2 months of beta testing behind me with the NEW CFT1 5-band transceiver, here are my initial thoughts. I have completed over 10 Summits on the Air (SOTA) activations with this very capable rig, making contacts all the way to Japan with it. In this video I briefly talk about my experience building this kit. I also run through the features and then show it in use on a SOTA activation on Wahl Knoll located in North-Eastern Arizona.CFT1 Transceiver Kit (hamgadgets.com/cft1-by-km4cft.html)KM4CFT CW Paddle and Sleeve (printables.com/model/653813-iambic-cw-morse-code-paddle-by-km4cft)Tufteln Protective Cover (tufteln.com/collections/protection-cases/products/cft1-magnetic-protective-cover)Electronics Screwdriver Set (amzn.to/3WPvsn0)Become a Red Summit RF Premium member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, exclusive chats, and more by clicking "join" above. Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf Help support this channel - buy me a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF X: @NJ7V_ Instagram: RedSummitRF Facebook: Red Summit RF TikTok: RedSummitRF #hamradio #SOTA #CW #MorseCode #PortableRadio #QRP #POTA #CFT1 #kit #electronics #hamr
The New CFT1 Five-band Morse Code Transceiver #hamradio #hamr #sota #pota #qrp #cw #morsecode Red Summit RF 2024-08-11 | Summits on the Air activation with the CFT1 transceiver and KM4CFT Morse code paddle. Order here: 302h31611165464.s4shops.com/cft1-by-km4cft.htmlJoin this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm #navajonation
Navajo Code Talker Special Event for Ham Radio #hamradio #hamr #sota #qrp #cw #morsecode Red Summit RF 2024-08-08 | qrz.com/db/N7CN7C Special EventCommemorating The Navajo Code Talkers Window Rock, Arizona August 11, 2024 00:00 to August 16, 2024 00:0014.265 MHz 7.265 MHz 18.130 MHz plus or minusmode: FT-8, CW, PhoneJoin this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm #navajonation
Ham Radio Equipment Ideas for QRP Operation Red Summit RF 2024-08-05 | Chris N1CLC joins me tonight to talk about equipment for ham radio QRP stations. We will dive into some of the more obscure equipment ideas that we have tried, and tell you how they worked in the field. This will be a modified version of the “what’s in your pack” or “SOTA pack loadout” topic, with special emphasis on gear that may not be very common across QRP stations. Dan KC7MSU and Brian W7JET each have a conflict so we invited Chris N1CLC to fill in for this episode.Code Talker Ham Radio Event Details: qrz.com/db/N7C Chris's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@TheHamNinjaChris's Slides: docs.google.com/presentation/d/1T8n_dEHJp_vkEI-D4Qo8HeETh0sIHg5jwvRYNNN15gA/edit?usp=sharingMy Slides: docs.google.com/presentation/d/1DS1mnrnK2_M35FRzdK3RFF1iHWs5fxz1/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=112972696570990398712&rtpof=true&sd=true Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats: youtube.com/c/redsummitrf X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #HamRadio #PortableOps #POTA #QRP
Ham Radio from Spruce Mountain with a Yaesu FT-891 and Homebrew Linked Dipole Red Summit RF 2024-07-28 | Brad KA9JDE and I completed 3 SOTA summits. Here, Brad is working the ham radio on 40 meters SSB. This was from Spruce Mountain, a drive-up summit in the Prescott National Forest.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm
Ham Radio RF Connectors Red Summit RF 2024-07-28 | I have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Scratch-Build Radio and Electronics Projects with Nick M0NTV Red Summit RF 2024-07-28 | Nick Wood M0NTV enjoys building ham radios and other electronics projects from scratch. He has a firm understanding of the science and techniques necessary to build his projects. Nick has a wonderful YouTube channel where he teaches the basics about homebrew radio construction and how their circuits work. He is a member of the GQRP club where he will occasionally submit an article about his homebrew adventures. NIck's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@M0NTVHomebrewing G-QRP Club Website: gqrp.com Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio communications in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #PortableOps #HamRadio #POTA #qrp #cw #MorseCode
How to identify and troubleshoot internal desense in duplex systems Red Summit RF 2024-07-10 | I have a friend, I'll call him Tuje (pronounced Tooge). He has decades of experience in commercial VHF/UHF radio communications. He wants to share his knowledge, but he also wants to remain anonymous. I offered to host his videos on my channel. So here is another video in an ongoing series of helpful videos, primarily relating to VHF communications, but certainly not limited to that topic.
Ham Radio on the Appalachian Trail - Summits on the Air Adventures Red Summit RF 2024-07-08 | Scott Fusilier N4AAJ thru-hiked a large portion of the Appalachian Trail, and section hiked several stretches of the trail to completed the entire 2198 miles. He also hiked the top 188 miles in Maine twice. His first activation, once he started doing SOTA activations on the trail, was Mt. Katahdin, at the northern terminus (start) of the AT on June 1, 2023. Scott learned a lot from this adventure and is excited to share his story along with pointers and advice. Some info on his adventure: reflector.sota.org.uk/t/n4aaj-thru-hiking-and-activating-sota-summits-on-the-appalachian-trail/32537/53 Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio communications in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #PortableOps #HamRadio #POTA #qrp #cw #MorseCode
HF Radio With a 21st century Twist - And a Bunch of Wooohoooos! Red Summit RF 2024-07-01 | Simon VA7BIX comes to us from Victoria, BC Canada. He enthusiastically shares his field activations LIVE on YouTube. His energetic persona is infectious as you watch him take calls on his ham radio from people around the world. Join us as we find out more about who this larger than life ham with an Aussie accent is! Simon's YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@thehamjazz Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio communications in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #PortableOps #HamRadio #POTA #qrp #cw #MorseCode
Morse Code Portable Pressure Paddle (Touch Sensor Paddle) by David VK3IL Red Summit RF 2024-06-12 | The VK3IL Homebrew or Kit Pressure Paddle is highly durable, very light and compact, and inexpensive. You have to practice with it a little to get used to how it works. There are many variations out there of similar type. From a simple K5DEZ homebrew paddle that uses a coin cell battery and discrete components, to a project where you order all the parts, to a ready to build kit, to the K6ARK paddle that is already constructed, you have a lot of options in pricing and the amount of effort you want to put in to make one of these paddles.LinksVK3IL Blog / Build Details: vk3il.net/pressure-paddle-v2Small Board Purchase Info: oshpark.com/shared_projects/ch6BPBtLLarge Board Purchase Info: oshpark.com/shared_projects/zdbRih8hMounting Ideas: reflector.sota.org.uk/t/pressure-paddle-from-vk3il/24414K5DEZ Design: reflector.sota.org.uk/t/anyone-tried-morse-stick-key/19392/19Homebrew Build of K5DEZ design: youtube.com/watch?v=_ZwaVeF_l7E&list=PLD0IqodyHevtJgUgkN-_cY-p4zsxoJOjF&index=10&t=82sK6ARK Pressure Paddle: k6ark.com/kitsandpartsTindie Kit: tindie.com/products/m0kvi/vk3il-cw-pressure-paddle-v2Alan Wolke: youtube.com/@w2aewAmazonTouch Sensors: amzn.to/45iIz49Coin Cell Battery Holder: amzn.to/3KIpmzoTwitter:Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSUBrian W7JET @BBW7JETHelp support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRFRed Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf#CW #HamRadio #MorseCode #SOTA #PortableRadio
7 MHz Ham Radio Receiver Kit - ZZRX-40 Red Summit RF 2024-06-07 | This kit was designed by Craig AA0ZZ and sold by the Four States QRP Club 4sqrp.com/index.php. It is no longer available but they sell a bunch of other fun kits. This receiver was built with the beginner in mind, to allow for immediate signal reception AND the ability to experiment with an internal or external VFO to receive the whole 40 meter band.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #cw #morsecode #kitbuilding #circuit
Mountaintop to Mountaintop Ham Radio Communication Red Summit RF 2024-06-06 | Sandy W7NRS and I hiked to the top of Deam HIlls for an early morning Summits on the Air outing. We left our house at 4:30 am to get ahead of the hot temperatures in the Phoenix, AZ area. This was a VHF only activation of the peak.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #pota #keyer #ssb #vhf #fm
Ham Radio Field Day Prep, Hiking Safety, and FDIM Vendors Red Summit RF 2024-06-03 | In this episode of "Just the Hosts" we'll discuss Field Day Prep - Chaos to Contacts, Survival Prep for Hiking, and Four Days in May Vendors. Brian doesn't know if he will make it in time to the show so we invited Chris N1CLC back. If Brian gets done with his flight in time he'll join as a "color analyst". Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in portable radio in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here. Chris N1CLC Blog: n1clc.com/2019/08/my-survival-prep-for-hiking.html Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats: youtube.com/c/redsummitrf X: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Dan KC7MSU @KC7MSU Brian W7JET @BBW7JET Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf #APDZ #SOTA #HamRadio #PortableOps #POTA
Mountaintop Ham Radio - SOTA and POTA Red Summit RF 2024-05-30 | Sandy and I hiked to the top of RS Hill with out ham radio to participate in Summits on the Air and Parks on the Air.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #cw #morsecode #pota #keyer #ssb
Ham Radio Mountaintop Antenna Mast - SOTA / POTA Activation Red Summit RF 2024-05-30 | I was able to purchase a new GigaParts Explorer Carbon Fiber mast while at Hamvention 2024. Thanks to my friend, Mike K8MRD, for helping me obtain one of the few that were in stock.In this video Sandy W7NRS and I hike to the top of two mountains (Summits on the Air) within the Coconino National Forest (Parks on the Air) to activate a SOTA/POTA combo using this mast. We put it to the test in high winds and it held up like a champ.GigaParts Explorer Mast: gigaparts.com/explorer-pota20-portable-handheld-20-ft-telescopic-carbon-fiber-mast.htmlTufteln Winders: tufteln.comPressure Paddle: vk3il.net/pressure-paddle-v2 (thanks to Owen M0KVI for sending to me)Become a Red Summit RF Premium member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, exclusive chats, and more by clicking "join" above.Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: amazon.com/shop/redsummitrfHelp support this channel - buy me a Coke: buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRFX: @NJ7V_ Instagram: RedSummitRFFacebook: Red Summit RFTikTok: RedSummitRF#HamRadio #SOTA #CW #MorseCode #PortableRadio #QRP #POTA
Vendor Night at Four Days in May #hamvention2024 #FDIM2024 Red Summit RF 2024-05-24 | One of my favorite events at Hamvention is Vendor Night. Small start-up business or individuals selling their gadgets they developed themselves. Very cool stuff.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #cw #morsecode #pota #keyer #ssb #hamvention2024
Hamvention 2024 Flea Market #qrp #hamvention2024 Red Summit RF 2024-05-24 | I worked the flea market at Hamvention 2024 in the rain, first thing Friday morning. There were some good finds.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #cw #morsecode #pota #keyer #ssb #hamvention2024
Ham Radio #FDIM2024 Seminar Part 2 #Hamvention2024 Red Summit RF 2024-05-23 | Four Days in May (FDIM) is an annual event where QRP fans gather for a symposium, and other activities such as electronics competitions, home brew demonstrations, and sharing ideas and information.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #cw #morsecode #pota #keyer #ssb #N6QW #SuddenSSBTransceiver
Ham Radio #FDIM2024 Seminar Part 1 #Hamvention2024 Red Summit RF 2024-05-22 | Four Days in May (FDIM) is an annual event where QRP fans gather for a symposium, and other activities such as electronics competitions, home brew demonstrations, and sharing ideas and information.Join this channel and become a Premium Member for early access, behind-the scenes-content, and exclusive chats youtube.com/channel/UCHriEQX4EK2b0QS7EgSvjmg/join#hamradio #sota #portableops #electronics #gear #shorts #amateurradio #STEM #qrp #cw #morsecode #pota #keyer #ssb #N6QW #SuddenSSBTransceiver
