Beginners Guide for the Yaesu FT5D frank wc0o 2021-09-25 | This video will get you up and running using your FT5D.Content of Video00:09 Rest the radio00:54 Power button01:12 What's on the screen when you first turn it on02:02 Lamp duration - backlight duration03:38 PTT button03:44 Monitor button03:56 SQL squelch button04:15 Power and Lock /unlock button04:42 A and B band LEDs04:55 F Menu button05:10 A/B button05:22 Band Button05:40 GM and X button05:46 VFO and Memory button06:02 PMG button Primary Memory Group Button06:27 How to show one frequency07:05 Volume knob07:24 Switch the Volume knob - Config #2308:35 Enter a frequency09:06 Change mode - FM/DM/FM-bar Mode09:40 Transmit mode - TX Audo/FM/DM10:30 Turning off GPS or on - APRS #2012:00 Lowering the beep - Config #412:50 Turn off beep - Config #313:45 Transmit Max power (TXPWR) High = 5 watts14:50 Mic gain16:15 LCD brightness - Display #616:50 Step frequency - Config #1818:30 Scope19:00 Change scope range20:00 Memory - Save Memory25:48 All Memory - what that means26:30 Delete Memory27:15 Band A - what bands do they have?29:42 Band B - what bands do they have?30:40 Remove bands31:30 PMG - Primary Memory Group - Monitor a group of frequencies33:56 Delete PMG frequency34:40 Listening to two bands at a time39:15 SD Card40:00 SD Card Backup40:40 SD Card save and write frequencies41:00 SD Card Memory information 41:20 SD Card Format41:51 Record Settings - record Tx/Rx audio43:20 How to record a session45:27 Listen to recording46:05 How to delete recording46:40 Opening message - message when you turn on radio47:40 Display frequency color - Display #748:10 Voltage display - Display #948:40 Software firmware version - Display #1049:10 Timer - Config #1151:17 Repeater setup56:27 Simplex mode (shift symbol) - How to tell when you are in Simplex modeDiamond SRH320A 144/220/440 MHz Tri-Band Handheld SMA Antenna - amzn.to/3TwMZwv
Tarheel Antenna 75A frank wc0o 2022-11-29 | I'll give you my thoughts on the Tarheel 75A. Who should own this antenna and why it's probably the best screwdriver antenna out there.
Ham Radio Go Bag frank wc0o 2022-11-18 | Recently I've been placing some tools in a 5.11 Emergency Bag. It has many pockets and it has given me the flexibility to have my tools for mobile and portable operations.
Yaesu FT-710 Rx Audio frank wc0o 2022-10-19 | Yaesu FT-710 Receive Audio. Get to listen to the new Yaesu FT-710's audio from the field while doing a POTA activation. I used the audio recording features of the FT-710 to record the QSO. Hear how the audio come into the radio.
Yaesu FT-710 Beginners Guide frank wc0o 2022-10-12 | Yaesu FT-710 beginners guide. A tutorial helping you get started with the latest HF radio from Yaesu, Japan.
Yaesu FT-710 Field Setup frank wc0o 2022-09-27 | ** Just in the FT-710 is 4th on the Sherwood list (http://www.sherweng.com/table.html)!! This video will show you what you will need to go into the field with the FT-710 - this includes mobile and portable deployment.=============================🌎 Gear =============================SeaHorse http://www.seahorsecases.com Seahorse 520 amzn.to/3CMVgX7Yaesu FT-710 hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-018101Watt Meter from Powerwerx - amzn.to/3ibf1MxMGGi Watt Meter Less expensive amzn.to/3C5SY4GPower Cable amzn.to/3RrCZUlPowerwerx 30 AMP unassembled Anderson Powerpole connectors - amzn.to/32WW0qEPowerwerx TRIcrimp for Powerpole - amzn.to/32ULdNIPowerwerx 30 AMP unassembled Anderson Powerpole connectors - amzn.to/32WW0qEPowerwerx USB Buddy - amzn.to/3a2d3wnRed Ties amzn.to/3EbzGxKBioenno 12V 15Ah LiFePO4 - amzn.to/3gWTt4ABioenno Power 12V 12Ah - amzn.to/34jwUDuWire for antenna bit.ly/3wX8oFbSony Headphones amzn.to/3UXJ8e0Tarheel Antenna 75A tarheelantennas.comTune Matic http://www.tunematic.usLenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 tinyurl.com/2p8v24smLenovo IdeaPad 5 amzn.to/3STm91IJackery 300 amzn.to/3frWY83Powerwerx PWRbox Portable Power Box amzn.to/3CupuPwBioenno 20 AH battery amzn.to/3e54uWbDiamond K400-3/8C Trunk/Hatchback amzn.to/3C81IHwDiamond HF20CL hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-0122815.11 Emergency Ready Bag amzn.to/3M0YjPmSuper Bright 12V Compact Mini Flashlight tinyurl.com/unr9u69zRig Expert Stick Pro amzn.to/3dZgAjNHeadlamp 350 Lumens Broad Range LED tinyurl.com/y38uchstMoleSkine Soft Cover Book amzn.to/3yf5xKaiPad mini amzn.to/3e13lyO================LinksHow to install Anderson Power Poles youtube.com/watch?v=SUsnBzrX_cQ&t=1s1/4 wave ground plane antenna for HF youtube.com/watch?v=Y2-kzqIZrw4Charging faster your Jackery youtu.be/CvW_eGB_ly0240 Watt Hour Solar Generator youtu.be/sTrInkT1C80
240 Watt Hour Solar Generator frank wc0o 2022-09-02 | This is a step by step account on how I created my latest solar generator. I built this generator for my FT-857D when I go POTA activations.
POTA activation with a 12 Year Old Radio - FT-857D frank wc0o 2022-08-25 | Can you still use a 12 year old radio like the FT-857D to make POTA activations? Even when its in a mobile situation? I'll tell you how well the radio did while activating a park.
Adjusting Mobile Vertical Antenna HF20CL frank wc0o 2022-08-18 | I'll discuss how I adjusted the HF20CL mobile antenna.
FT-857D Field Setup frank wc0o 2022-08-09 | This video will show you what you need to get started on using the FT-857D. I'll explain what battery to use, how to put the faceplate, what you will need if you do mobile or out in the field.
FT-857 YF-122C Optional Collins Filter Installation + TCXO-9 frank wc0o 2022-08-02 | I'll show you how to install the YF-122C Collins filter as well as the installation of the Optional High Stability Reference Oscillator TCXO-9.
IC 7300 Beginners Guide frank wc0o 2022-07-28 | This is the Beginner's Guide for the IC 7300. If you just got this radios and want to know how to use it in less than an hour? Then this is the video to watch. Below I have a table of contents to help you focus on the subject you want to learn. Through out my presentation, I give you some thoughts on how to use the RF and AF gain dials while changing the span and positioning of the frequency carrier line - this will help you focus on the signal you want to listen to. Good luck. -73 Video Content:00:00 Intro00:19 Power Button00:39 Firmware Version00:57 Factory Reset02:05 Where is the Waterfall?02:17 Waterfall Expand the view02:30 Change the look and feel of the Waterfall07:00 VFO Button and Memory Button07:12 Time and UTC Time07:29 Change the Date and Time07:55 Time Offset08:35 Band Change08:35 Type Frequency input09:30 Change frequency with frequency knob09:51 Frequency carrier line - Center Mode - The band moves and the frequency line stays put11:06 VFO Steps12:26 Mode how to change - USB, LSB, CW, RTTY, FM, AM, etc13:07 Filters13:40 AF - Volume14:10 RF - Gain of the antenna or "Volume of the Antenna"15:00 Center/Fix button - cent/fix how it works15:38 Squelch18:15 How to use cent/fix - *****center/fix to focus on a signal20:28 Function button 20:30 PreAmp20:54 AGC - automatic gain control21:02 Notch21:05 NB - noise blanketer21:07 NR - noise reduction22:35 Phone Jack - Use headphones - big tip23:17 Multi knob 23:17 Power23:50 Mic Gain24:08 Compression24:13 Monitor audio24:40 Audio distortion - common current - how to fix25:30 Vox25:47 Compression to turn off and on26:00 Monitor how to turn off and on26:17 Meters - SWR, S meter, ALC, V, I, Power27:19 Meters - All meters in one place28:05 Temperature of Radio - Look at 27:19 of where you will find the temperature scale29:12 Transmit Tx light29:50 Audio - From the Menu button30:10 Voice - from the Menu button30:55 SWR meter32:41 Tuner36:00 SPAN button - Seeing your waveform while you talk38:40 Lock and Speech button39:10 SD card39:24 Format the SD Card39:24 Unmount the SD Card40:30 Save setting to SD Card40:30 Restore saved settings from SD Card42:51 Recording QSOs to the SD Card45:50 Start Recording46:40 Play recording from SD card47:40 A Quick Review
Yaesu FT-857D Field Operation frank wc0o 2022-07-23 | Yaesu FT-857D field operation. A live tutorial on how to receive the best audio from the Yaesu FT-857D. There are several settings like the IPO and ALC that need to be taken into consideration to receive great audio. In addition, if your audio is distorted, I'll show you some settings you can do to combat those issues.Other Links:HF Beginner's Guide for the FT-857D Settings - youtu.be/932wZZB_86A
HF Beginner Guide for the FT-857D frank wc0o 2022-07-18 | This is a continuing series on the Beginner's Guild. In this case specifically for HF. When I first received this radio a year ago, I just wasn't experienced enough to understand how to use a superheterodyne radio, in particular a radio that is known to have more noise than others. Though-out the year, I have gathered more knowledge about this radio. That said, this radio is a gem. It has UHF/VHF as well as HF capabilities. It's portable and mobile. It's well built - the radio you will see in the video is 12 years old. It's way smaller than a IC7100 or 991A. Some will say that the FT-891 is a better radio, sure it is, but it cost more and it doesn't have UHF/VHF.Quick reference menus: ke4rx.org/cheatsheet/Yaesu/YAESU-FT-857d-cheatsheet.pdfI have a video on operating the fT-857D in the field: youtu.be/VPD6m7OWaTATimeline:00:00 Introduction00:51 Power up01:07 Reset to factory settings01:45 Change to Extended Menu & Change Display Color #4103:12 Main Display & Volts03:40 AF knob - the volume03:52 Speaker03:57 Phone jack04:16 RF knob - Antenna gain - AKA antenna volume!05:05 Band selector05:21 Mode selector05:47 VFO/Memory button06:08 Stacked frequency 06:17 MulitFunction Menu07:50 Frequency Change08:42 Frequency Steps Change for FM/AM/SSB11:00 Faster way to change Frequency12:25 RF power Change13:15 Mic Gain for FM/SSB14:23 Lock radio16:34 Menu Options (MultiFunction Menu)17:17 MFl - Automatic Gain control (AGC)19:25 Noise Blanketer (NB)19:50 MFn - IPO21:25 MFp - DNR/DNF Noise reduction and Notch Filter23:31 MFn - Collins filter and Ceramic Filter24:33 MFi - Meter - Power/SWR/ALC25:45 Display26:11 Color Display and Color Status - MRT status29:05 Display Contrast29:24 Display Intensity
Wolf River Coil Silver Bullet Mini frank wc0o 2022-07-15 | I'll show you what comes in the box when you buy a Wolf River Coil Silver Bullet Mini. I'll talk about what I've learn so far.
First Look at IC 7100 for POTA frank wc0o 2022-07-10 | Considering using your 7100 for POTA while mobile? This video will give you some idea how that might work. Still working on the kinks, but want to share my initial thoughts. This is not an installation video, but an overall view of the radio and how it operated for in during POTA.
IC 7100 (2022) Unboxing frank wc0o 2022-07-08 | I'll show you what's in the box for a new IC 7100. The IC 7100 has everything you need to do HF, UHF, and VHF. Plus it's made to be installed in a car - mobile.
1C Class on Field Day 2022 frank wc0o 2022-06-29 | I'll talk about what I did during Field Day 2022 as a mobile class - 1C.
Tarheel Model 75A First Look frank wc0o 2022-06-16 | I'll describe what you get in the box when you purchase a Tarheel Model 75A - a mobile HF antenna - from Tarheel Antennas. This antenna is affectionately called the "Stubby". As the nickname implies, it's a bit 'stubby', but it's well built.
POTA Killo Award - 1000 contacts at K-3411 frank wc0o 2022-06-08 | I'll discuss how I reached +1000 contacts at Bolsa Chica State Beach (K-3411) a POTA site and discuss the data that I've collected. I think you will be surprised on the overall results on who I was contacting and maybe why.
Diamond K400S Mount for HF Antennas frank wc0o 2022-06-02 | I'm continuing my journey to create a more efficient way in utilizing my HF mobile antennas. This option my be the best for quick deployment, but before I decide to use it for HF, I need to install it for my VHF antenna first and then use adapters for the Hustler Resonator antenna.
Chameleon MPAS Mobile Deployment frank wc0o 2022-05-30 | Yup, have you thought of placing your MPAS Lite on your car and cover many bands? Why would you want to do this. Field Day is coming and it would be great to have several bands at your disposal. I'll show you what I do to deploy the MPAS Lite. In addition, I'll show you the SWR chart and if it worth the effort.
HF Mobile Antenna Diamond HF20CL frank wc0o 2022-05-17 | I'll show you how to use the Diamond HF20CL on a magnetic mount for HF Mobile deployment. I'll demonstrate where you would place your magnetic mount and how placing the mount incorrectly can increase your SWR. In addition, I'll show you how a Tri-Magnetic Mount affects your SWR.
Bioenno Car Charger frank wc0o 2022-05-10 | Did you know that Bioenno had a car charger for their LiFePO4 batteries? Well they do. I'll show you how it works and why I use it.
Tips on POTA while Mobile frank wc0o 2022-04-25 | I want to talk about my experiences activating parks while Mobile. If you are just beginning POTA, this might be an option for you.
Beginners Guide to Mobile HF frank wc0o 2022-03-21 | This video will show you how I use the Hustler Resonator RM 20 for HF mobile. In particular, using this antenna with a mag-mount. I will describe in detail what I've discovered so for in the last month working on these vertical coils. Oh, one more thing. This is more about having your car parked and doing HF mobile than driving around town and talking. Why? The mag-mount will not support the antenna!Links:Hustler Resonator RM 20S dxengineering.com/parts/hsr-rm-20s
Charging your Bioenno Battery by The Sun frank wc0o 2022-02-22 | This is a beginner's guide on how to charge your bioenno battery with a solar panel. I'll explain what equipment you will need to charge the battery with the sun. In addition, I'll go over how to check when the battery is charged up.LinksPowerwerx Solar Charge Controller : powerwerx.com/mppt-150w-solar-charge-controllerPowerwerx Watt Meter: powerwerx.com/watt-meter-analyzer-inline-dc-powerpoleBioenno Power 12V 12Ah - amzn.to/34jwUDuBioEnno 12V 15Ah LiFePO4 - amzn.to/3gWTt4ABioenno Battery 3Ah - amzn.to/3sbIJ9zIC-705 - amzn.to/2VY4g6LPowerFilm Solar 14Watts - amzn.to/3i5BafLPowerwerx 30 AMP unassembled Anderson Powerpole connectors - amzn.to/32WW0qEPowerwerx TRIcrimp for Powerpole - amzn.to/32ULdNI
Jackery Explorer 300 Charging Secret frank wc0o 2022-01-23 | I just found out how to charge the Explorer 300 faster. Find out how fast you can change your Jackery.
First Look at the Yagi Arrow Antenna 145/437-10BP frank wc0o 2022-01-20 | Take a first look at my first purchase of a Yagi antenna for VHF/UHF operations. In particular, weak signal VHF propagation. I'll show you what Arrow provides you when you buy the Arrow II Model 146/437-10BP.
HF Mast Ground Plane Antenna frank wc0o 2022-01-06 | Now that's winter is upon us, it's getting a bit more colder. Well 50˚F is not that cold, but for a SoCal person it sure is. I want to continuing traveling around SoCal and try my 1/4 wave ground plane antenna. To do that and to feel comfortable from the elements, I decided to try using a mast and flag pole holder to mount my antenna - thus a HF Mast Ground Plan Antenna. Where the radials will be radiating at a 1/2 a circle instead of 360 degrees. Also, I decided to lift my radials and see if I can notice a difference today when contacting folks.
HF Quarter Wave Ground Plane Antenna with 12 Radials frank wc0o 2022-01-01 | Does adding 8 more radials to your 1/4 wave ground plane antenna make it better? Let's find out.
Ultimate Solar GoBox Update frank wc0o 2021-12-17 | This video will give you an in-depth look at the Solar GoBox. This unique form factor can give you a compact functionality as well as limited protection of your IC705.How to install Anderson PowerPole: youtu.be/SUsnBzrX_cQUsing an Amp for QRP rigs: youtu.be/udTyk-JzjawMount a Panel Switch: youtu.be/VHmJ0x4AD8oDC Power Cable Options: youtu.be/suKgwAcnbg4Update to the Solar GoBox: youtu.be/ctwFF5HvMxoItems: IC-705 - amzn.to/2VY4g6LPanel Mount USB Q3.0 and USB C - powerwerx.com/panel-usbc-pd-power-delivery-qc30-blueTwidec/8Pcs SPST 3Pin Lighted Rocker Switch Toggle - amzn.to/34hTzQrTaiss 1Pcs Round Rocker Switch Red LED - amzn.to/3oR0GsrBioenno Battery 3Ah - amzn.to/3sbIJ9zPowerwerx 30 AMP unassembled Anderson Powerpole connectors - amzn.to/32WW0qEPowerFilm Solar 14Watts - amzn.to/3i5BafLHarbor Freight Ammo Box - harborfreight.com/merchandising-promotions/hot-buys/030-caliber-ammo-box-63135.htmlBuddiePole PowerMini2 - bit.ly/3mT1goLPowerwerx 30 AMP unassembled Anderson Powerpole connectors - amzn.to/32WW0qEPowerwerx TRIcrimp for Powerpole - amzn.to/32ULdNIBioenno Battery 3Ah - amzn.to/3sbIJ9zPowerwerx Panel Mount Volt Meter - powerwerx.com/panel-mount-segmented-volt-meterTaiss 1Pcs Round Rocker Switch Red LED - amzn.to/3oR0GsrAnderson Powerpole hub - ebay.to/3zabarTPowerfilm 20 Watt Solar Panel - amzn.to/2PWp26HPanel Mount for PowerPole - tinyurl.com/dhew4pwdWago Splicing Connector, Lever-Nut Assortment Pocket Pack - amzn.to/3pHio21uxcell BNC Male to Male Coaxial Jumper Cable 50 ohm 4 inch : amzn.to/3E6yYhpNine to Nine 3.5mm Stereo Jack Panel Mount Connector Pack of 10: amzn.to/3GRTxQtFancasee (2 Pack) Replacement 3.5mm 90 Degree Right Angle Male Plug to Bare Wire Open End TRS 3 Pole Stereo : amzn.to/3me3zUg
Modified MXP50M In The Field frank wc0o 2021-12-08 | This video will show you how much wattage you will need to power your MX-P50M in the field. This are preliminary results, but they look promising for I am using a 3 Ah battery from Bioenno amzn.to/3sbIJ9z.
MX-P50M Modification frank wc0o 2021-12-03 | The modification for the MX-P50M amplifier is based on Kevin Loughin's design. In this video I will discuss my approach in modifying the amp and some best practices on my design decisions. Kevin's YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/loughkbPreface for this video: youtu.be/udTyk-JzjawNTE Electronics 1N914 Silicon Ultra Fast Switch Rectifier Small Zener Diode: amzn.to/3xNnzl82N3906Y 2N3906 PNP Transistor: amzn.to/3dfQ9Cd10K Ohm 1/2W: amzn.to/31u7If2How to test transistors: youtu.be/qM7_h8my8eAHow to test a diode: youtu.be/mMXDa5hVzXAMX-P50M: amzn.to/31qzHMOAnderson PowerPole Installation: youtu.be/SUsnBzrX_cQBioenno Power 12V, 4.5Ah LFP LiFePO4 Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery: amzn.to/3lvPeCpPro'sKit 300-151 Strain Relief Crimper, Multi, one Size: amzn.to/3lvY9DU Protoboards,YUNGUI 5X7cm 1-2-3 Perf Board Circuit Board Strip for Electronic Project and Electronic Experiment: amzn.to/31qAZaC
Why use an amplifier for a QRP radio? :/ frank wc0o 2021-12-03 | There are several reasons why I created this video. 1. To preface the next video on modifying the MX-P50M2. To discuss my journey so far with HF3. Which HF rig I like so far and why4. Why use an amplifier for QRP radios5. For those who are starting in HF and some insights on what could come next for them
Short Vertical Base loading Antenna frank wc0o 2021-11-25 | Deploying a 40 meter 1/4 wave antenna is a challenge. The radiating element would be about 33 feet high - that's high. I can barely reach 20 feet let alone 33. Sure, I can use an air gun with a fishing weight and fishing line to reach that height, but why care more equipment that might fail. One solution to shorting the radiating element is by creating a Short Vertical Base loading Antenna. Basically, you place a coil to shorten the antenna which compromises the antenna's performance. There are many considerations when building this antenna from the height of the coil to the length of the overall radiating element. You may use the following calculator to create this antenna at: 66pacific.com/calculators/coil-shortened-vertical-antenna-calculator.aspx.
JAWMount Deployment for CHA MPAS Lite frank wc0o 2021-11-17 | I used a JAWMount from CHA to deploy the CHA MPAS Lite on my fence. Originally I wanted to mount the antenna on my car using the jaw-mount, but that did not work out. So I decided to put the antenna on the fence. I was surprised to see that the SWR is very comparable to the deployment with the spike on the ground. In addition, I was using a 32.5 foot long counterpoise. I've noticed that I don't have to use the 60 foot long counterpoise that comes with the kit.
CHA MPAS Lite Shorter Counterpoise frank wc0o 2021-11-11 | I have been experimenting with the CHA MPAS Lite so that I can make it easier to deploy and not have it tuner. So far no luck in not needing a tuner, except when I set the antenna at my home! In this video, I want to shorten the counterpoise to have the size ~32.5 feet. The results are promising. Why shorten the counterpoise? So people won't trip on the wire and to have less wire to carry in the field.CHA MPAS Lite deployed at home: youtu.be/abqiNgKXADI
CHA MPAS Lite Deployed at Home frank wc0o 2021-11-02 | Using a vertical antenna at home is believed to be a challenge. Why? Because of the buildings and electronics at an urban setting. To my surprise I was able to make some very interesting contacts during the CQ WorldWide DX SSB contest. I was taken a back on the performance. And yes, this MPAS is White!
Weller WE 1010 Unboxing frank wc0o 2021-10-28 | Find out what you receive in the Weller WE 1010 iron.
CHA MPAS Lite Deployment SWR Graph frank wc0o 2021-10-26 | The CHA MPAS Lite has a wonderful footprint. Everything you need will fit in a 1 gallon plastic bag - except for the whip. Deploying is easy and very doable in most conditions. One of the advantages of the CHA MPAS Lite is the broad lower SRW for most of the higher HF bands. Starting at 20 meters. This video will explore the SWR graph after deploying the antenna. Of course there are many factors to take into consideration when watching this video. For example, the soil conductivity or the hight if any of the radial. As well as how many radials you deploy. Which comes to the one concern I have about the antenna is its 60 foot radial. Having a long radial could potentially trip someone walking by and damage the antenna - especially the whip. Although you can turn back the radial - watch the video for the antenna performance.
Performance CHA MPAS Lite with 22 inch Extension frank wc0o 2021-10-23 | This video shows what would happen if you used 6 radials of 16.4 feet with a 22 inch extension to the 17 foot vertical. Why do this? Maybe I can shift the SWR chart to the lower bands. Although, the transformer might correct this extension. Either way, Ham Radio is all about experimentation and to measure the data. Sure, it's only one data point and we can generalize the results, it might give someone else an idea on improving performance.
CHA MPAS Lite with 1/8 Wave Radials frank wc0o 2021-10-22 | What happens when you don't use the 60 foot long radial that comes with the CHA MPAS Lite and you use only 6 radials that are 16.4 feet long. Do you get a similar result? Why would you want to use shorter radials? Because 60 feet is very long and someone might trip on the line and drag your antenna down. 6 radials might give less loss resistance and thus possibly give a better performance.
HF 1/4 Wave Ground-Plane Antenna frank wc0o 2021-10-19 | I've been reading the ARRL handbook on vertical antennas. The vertical they discuss is the quarter wave antenna. Specifically, the quarter wave ground-plane antenna. I made it with some wire I had from a 40 meter dipole. All I needed was a BNC Banana Adapter, which I got at the less famous Ham Swap meet in Los Angeles - Claremont Swap Meet which occurs on the third Saturday at the Granite Creek Community Church. Items for sale are limited to Amateur Radio, electronics, communications, parts, and materials that can be used for such. The event is sponsored by the Claremont Amateur Radio Society. The adapter was only 1 dollar!These antennas are fun and easy to make and very inexpensive.
VersaHub by BuddiPole frank wc0o 2021-09-30 | I'll show you what the Versa Hub looks like. I'll talk about what I will use it for and compare it with the VersaTee
BuddiStick Pro No Tripod Deployment frank wc0o 2021-09-28 | This video will show you what I did to deploy the BuddiStick Pro without using a tripod! Instead I used a walking stick.
Mini BuddiPole Unboxing frank wc0o 2021-09-22 | I'll show you what you receive when you purchase the mini BudiPole. It turns out that it's not that mini.
Yaesu FT5D vs FT3D Audio Performance frank wc0o 2021-09-17 | Is the FT5D audio really that better than the FT3D? Well we will find out in a un-scientific way! Drive my car and listen to it while driving. Previously I did a video on the audio quality between the FT3D and the VX-6, and I thought the VX-6 did a way better job in audio, check out that video - youtu.be/Q5mArAmyAek. Either way, it will be up to you to decide if the audio does sound better. I can only tell you what my observation was when driving.
MX-P50M Amplifier in The Field with IC-705 frank wc0o 2021-09-12 | I'll be talking about my initial thoughts after modifying the MX-P50M for the IC-705. Give you an idea of how much power it consumes as well as the overall power output from the amplifier.HardwareMX-P50M - amzn.to/3DF2Qm5IC-705 - amzn.to/2VY4g6L
Differences FT3D vs FT5D frank wc0o 2021-09-10 | So far, there are a few differences that will surprise you when you take a look at what Yaesu has done with discontinuing the FT3D and now replacing it with the FT5D. For most, the enhancements will be welcomed. Check out my beginner's guide to this radio: youtu.be/L5k3deQq0Hs
