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Its POTA Powerhouse! The ultimate HF portable antenna kit #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-09-20 | My antenna kit is in state of constant refinement. Here's what I've been carrying and putting on the air for the last six months. - - - Links and Products Mentioned - - -Husky 5 gallon professional storage container: homedepot.com/p/Husky-5-Gal-Professional-Duty-Waterproof-Storage-Container-with-Hinged-Lid-in-Red-248918/313861296Parks on the Air POTA flag: clubgearonline.com/product/POTA-parks-on-the-air-flag/142Weaver Products Throw Bag: amzn.to/3PHzjQQ3/32 inch paracord throw line: amzn.to/3rn6hfZ Bongo Ties: amzn.to/3ZkKuSNCable Experts RG-8X Mini-8 Coax: amzn.to/46k2mPFBuild a Random Wire 9:1 non resonant antenna: youtu.be/D_-aNzrIXWsWolf River Sporty Forty Coil: wolfrivercoils.com/order.htmlJaw clamp antenna mount: amzn.to/3riMuODflag base: amzn.to/3LuajtNCoffee and Ham Radio CaHR Apollo End Fed Half Wave: https://coffee-and-ham-radios.square.site/Build a link dipole antenna: youtu.be/zvtKlqQ6DSoLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #antenna #portablehamradio #gokit #gobag #emcomm
Find me at: HRO Superfest, Radio Expo, and the WI POTA Campout! KB9VBR Antennas 2023-09-17 | Here's some event's I'll be at over the next few weeks:Saturday September 23, 2023HRO Superfest: hamradio.com/locations.cfm?storeid=21Sunday September 24, 2023Chicago FM Club Radio Expo: http://www.chicagofmclub.orgOctober 13-15, 2023Wisconsin POTA Campout: jpole-antenna.com/2023/08/14/join-us-for-the-1st-ever-wisconsin-pota-campoutLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio
A massive POTA pile-up at the Hillbilly Hilton #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-09-13 | I meet up with Dan, KD9MSP, and Don, KD9SZN, for a three-way activation of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail (POTA K-4238) at the Langlade County, Wisconsin Lumbercamp Segment. We also check into the Hillbilly Hilton at the abandoned Norem Lumber Camp. I do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.- - - Links and Things Mentioned - - -Ice Age National Scenic Trail: iceagetrail.orgTwo-Way microphone splitter: amzn.to/3Pgys8dCoffee and Ham Radio Apollo End Fed Half Wave Antenna: https://coffee-and-ham-radios.square.site/As a bonus, patrons can view the full, unedited phone contacts for this Parks on the Air activation. Visit my page on Patreon for details: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #IceAgeTrail #HillbillyHilton #portablehamradio #wisconsin
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: How to find Net Control Stations for your ham radio net KB9VBR Antennas 2023-09-10 | Attracting and finding net control stations (NCS) for your VHF or HF net can be very challenging, Joe and Michael talk about some ways to reduce the fear and encourage success for the new net control station. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #NCS #NetControlStation #NationalTrafficSystem #VHFnet #HFnet
Your Questions Answered LIVE September, 2023 KB9VBR Antennas 2023-09-08 | Joe's back and joins me in the shack this Thursday September 7, at 7pm CST for another evening of Your Questions Answered. We have a lot to talk about this month, so be sure to get your ham radio questions into the chat the sooner the better. You can get your questions in by dropping us a chat, leaving a comment, or emailing kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com Hope to see you on Thursday! Livestreams produced in Streamyard: https://streamyard.com?pal=5020330535419904 #Livestream #Hamradiolive #yourquestionsanswered
The Magic Carpet rides again! This time on 80 meters #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-09-06 | This week, Dave, KZ9V, shares with us how he modified his 40 through 10 meter end fed half wave antenna to work as a ¼ wave radiator on 80 meters using the window screen ground.- - - Links and resources - - -Extend your end fed half wave antenna into the 80 meter band: youtu.be/sifNJQHK-m4Window screen antenna ground network: youtu.be/UadUg5H8KO8Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #magiccarpet #windowscreen #groundnetwork #80meterband #endfedhalfwave #ehfw
Join us for the 1st Ever Wisconsin POTA Campout! October 13-15, 2023 KB9VBR Antennas 2023-09-03 | Parks on the Air and camping is a great combination and if you love both of those activities, I invite you to attend our first ever Wisconsin POTA campout on October 13-15, 2023 at the Clear Lake campground in the Northern Highlands American Legion State Forest (POTA K-7260).Details and Registration:jpole-antenna.com/2023/08/14/join-us-for-the-1st-ever-wisconsin-pota-campoutLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #wisconsin #hamradiocamping #portablehamradio
Totally amazing DX! The end fed Apollo rocks the Rocky Arbor! #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-30 | We take a weekend trip to Rocky Arbor State Park (POTA K-1476) in the Wisconsin Dells. I do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.--- Links and Things Mentioned ---Rocky Arbor State Park (POTA K-1476): https://pota.app/#/park/K-1476Coffee and Ham Radio (CaHR) Apollo End Fed Halfwave Antenna: https://coffee-and-ham-radios.square.site/product/cahrtenna-apollo-end-fed-half-wave-/8Chicago FM Club Radio Expo: http://www.chicagofmclub.orgCircus World Historic Site: circusworld.wisconsinhistory.orgInternational Crane Foundation: savingcranes.orgDutch Oven Spinach Lasagna1 package (12 oz) oven ready lasagna noodles1 jar (28 ounce) pasta sauce16 ounces mozzarella cheese1 - 2 packages fresh spinachParmasean cheesePreheat enough coals for 400 degree dutch oven (17 bottom, 11 top). Spray dutch oven with cooking spray. Sprinkle a bit of pasta sauce on the bottom and layer with lasagna noodles. Sprinkle a bit more sauce on top, and proceed to layer spinach, mozzarella cheese, noodles, and repeat until you make 3 or four layers. Finish the top with mozerella and parmesan cheese. Pour about 3/4 cup water down into the oven to cook and soften the noodles. Cook for 25-30 minutes until bubbling and cheese is golden. Timecode00:00 Introduction00:19 Rocky Arbor State Park and Wisconsin Dells00:58 CaHR Apollo EFHW deployment and 40 meter activation04:45 Circus World Museum06:00 20 Meter Activation Amazing DX10:54 International Crane Foundation11:37 Dinner and FT812:24 Morning and RecapLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #coffeeandhamradio #endfedhalfwave #EFHW #apollo #antenna #wisconsin #wisconsindells
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: Whats your favorite band for FT8 Operation #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-27 | A viewer asks: what's your favorite band for FT8. Dave and I talk about the advantages some bands have for that popular mode. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #ft8 #yourquestionsanswered #askmeanything
Astounding! How I made my first CW contact; and you can too #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-23 | This week, Dave KZ9V, shows me, an utter neophyte, how to make a CW contact. The great news is that you can too. - - - Links and Products Mentioned - - -Build a Yaesu remote control box: youtu.be/lj7m-9KC9IwYaesu FH-2 remote control: hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-008587FLDigi: sourceforge.net/projects/fldigiLake Wissota Parks on the Air with Dave: youtu.be/7ek2R5e6k7ILike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #morsecode #CW #learningcw #learningmorsecode
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: How long of a coax cable is too long KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-20 | A viewer asks: what is a good length of coaxial cable for portable activities. He heard 50 feet was good while others say you should use 100 feet of cable. Dave and Michael talk about coax and what they feel the perfect length of cable is. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio
What did Dave make me do? Lake Wissota State Park POTA #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-16 | This weekend I meet up with Dave, KZ9V, at Lake Wissota State Park, WI (POTA K-1460) for a joint Parks on the Air activation. Dave's got something up his sleeve this time, so who knows what's gonna happen. Dutch Oven Chicken Pot PieThe recipe is a free post on my Patreon page:patreon.com/posts/dutch-oven-pot-43974059Dutch Oven Blueberry Cobbler:4 cups (2 pints) blueberries1 lemon1/3 c sugarCinnamon1 box yellow cake mix1 stick butterMix sugar, juice and zest from one lemon with the blueberries Sprinkle with cinnamon. Place in dutch oven. Cover with cake mix. Place dabs of butter on top. Cook at 375 for 40-45 minutes until brown and bubbly. As a bonus, patrons can view the full, unedited phone contacts for this Parks on the Air activation. Visit my page on Patreon for details: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasI do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.--- More Items and Links Mentioned ---Dutch Oven Pan Liners: amzn.to/3OX5WcQPOTA Flag: clubgearonline.com/product/POTA-parks-on-the-air-flag/142Build a Headset Trigger Switch: youtu.be/b5Wu8BlrSF0Random Wire End Fed Antenna: youtu.be/D_-aNzrIXWsFT-891 remote control box: youtu.be/lj7m-9KC9IwLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #hamradiocamping #camping #lakewissota #wisconsinstateparks #wisconsin #dutchoven
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: What do you say when people ask what you are doing? KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-13 | A viewer asks: What types of experiences have you had where non-hams come up to you an ask what you’re doing? How do they react to your explanation? Have you ever had park rangers or law enforcement called to your location? If so, how did you handle that?Dave and I talk about our experiences in answering questions to the public.Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio
Its a Road Trip! A two park POTA adventure #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-09 | We're in Southwestern Wisconsin, enjoying the sites of the Driftless Area and putting two parks on the air. Join me for Parks on the Air activations of Tower Hill State Park (POTA K-1478) and Governor Dodge State Park (POTA K-1451).--- Links and Items Mentioned ---POTA Flag: clubgearonline.com/product/POTA-parks-on-the-air-flag/142Build a Headset Trigger Switch: youtu.be/b5Wu8BlrSF0The Driftless Reader: amzn.to/45iVzFxPendarvis Historic Site: pendarvis.wisconsinhistory.orgFoil Pack French Dip Sandwiches (based on): themanual.com/food-and-drink/foil-packet-french-dip-recipeBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #hamradiocamping #portablehamradio #governordodge #towerhill #wisconsin #stateparks #pendarvis
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: Does my end-fed half wave (EFHW) antenna need a counterpoise? KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-06 | A viewer asks: Is it correct to say that a counterpoise is not needed for an End Fed Half Wave (EFHW) antenna? Dave and I tackle this somewhat contentious subject and give the definitive answer to EFHW counterpoises. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #efhw #endfedhalfwave #hamradioantenna #antenna #endfedantenna
Your Questions Answered LIVE August, 2023 KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-04 | Dave joins me in the shack this Thursday August 3, at 7pm CST for another evening of Your Questions Answered. We have a lot to talk about this month, so be sure to get your ham radio questions into the chat the sooner the better. You can get your questions in by dropping us a chat, leaving a comment, or emailing kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com Hope to see you on Thursday! Livestreams produced in Streamyard: https://streamyard.com?pal=5020330535419904 #Livestream #Hamradiolive #yourquestionsanswered
Your ultimate guide to the CaHRtenna Apollo End Fed Half Wave EFHW Antenna #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-08-02 | I take a look at the Coffee and Ham Radio's Apollo End Fed Half Wave (EFHW) antenna. CaHRtenna EFHW is a 49:1 end fed antenna designed to operate on the 40 to 10 meter bands. Coffee and Ham Radio CaHRtenna Apollo EFHW: https://coffee-and-ham-radios.square.site/product/cahrtenna-apollo-end-fed-half-wave-/8CaHRtenna Apollo Build Instructions: github.com/TemporarilyOffline/cahrtenna/blob/main/CaHRtenna%20Apollo%20Build%20Instructions.pdfCoffee and Ham Radio Youtube Channel: youtube.com/c/coffeeandhamradiosLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7Timestamp00:00 CaHRtenna Apollo End Fed Halfwave01:18 Unboxing the Apollo EFHW04:02 Building the CaHRtenna Apollo07:55 Deploying and Tuning12:10 Making contacts14:24 My Opinion and conclusionMy Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #CaHR-Apollo#endfedhalfwave #efhw #cahrtenna #coffeeandhamradio #productreview
Lake Superior on the air! I operate portable on the beach #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-30 | Big Bay State Park (POTA K-1439) and Big Bay Sand Spit and Bog (POTA K-4244) are two little activated entities located on Madeline Island on Lake Superior's Chequamegon Bay. It's always a pleasure to put these parks on the air when we take our annual trip to 'the island'. For this trip I operate exclusively from the shores of Gitchee Gumee. Forget-me-not Geocache: geocaching.com/geocache/GC2ZM34Madeline Island Wilderness Preserve (Capser Trail): miwp.org/the-preserveMadeline Island Ferry: madferry.comMadeline Island Chamber of Commerce: madelineisland.com/madeline-island/town-of-lapoint-govtAs a bonus, patrons can view the full, unedited phone contacts for this Parks on the Air activation. Visit my page on Patreon for details: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasI do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.'Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #madelineisland #ferry #lapointewi #lakesuperior #gitcheegumme #hamharder
Picking the best battery for portable Ham Radio #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-26 | A viewer asked about batteries, and what type of battery I take into the field for portable operations. This video breaks down and explains my portable power sources. --- Products and Links ---TalentCell 12V LiFePO4 Battery: amzn.to/3YebKlmECO-WORTHY 12V 20Ah Lithium Battery: amzn.to/4507NCNRenogy 12V 50Ah LiFePO4 Lithium Battery: amzn.to/3Ortzdllifepo4 charger 15-Amp Fully-Automatic Smart Charger: amzn.to/3KgOldkHigh Precision Watt Meter Voltage Amp Meter Power: amzn.to/44WJcyQLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #battery #LiFePO4 #litiumironphospate #portablepower
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: Whats the Best GMRS antenna for hilly areas KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-23 | A viewer asks: I have a KB9VBR J-Pole antenna, will switching to something with higher gain help me get over a large hill to hit an area repeater? We talk about GMRS antennas, antenna gain, and why the highest gain antenna may not be the best choiceKB9VBR Antennas: jpole-antenna.comRadio Mobile: ve2dbe.com/english1.htmlLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #GMRS #GMRSantenna #Jpoleantenna
Rez Antenna System Universal Radial Puck #Hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-19 | The Rez Antenna Radial Puck adapts your Wolf River Coil or most any vertical style antenna mounts with one of the Ranger 80’s best features: the 8 radial network sockets at the base of the antenna. Rez Antenna Universal [Z]QD Radial Puck rezantenna.com/product-page/universal-puckQuick Release Jaw Mirror Antenna Mount: amzn.to/46WZpWK3/89x24 antenna stud mount: amzn.to/3rzDdBGLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #productreview #rezantenna #ranger80 #groundradial #antennaradial
W1AW/9 Live: ARRL Volunteers on the Air livestream KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-18 | Join me for a session on 20 meters as I take W1AW/9 live from Wisconsin on Monday July 17 7:00pm CDT (Tuesday July 18 00:00 UTC). I'll operate from the 20 meter general portion of the band (hopefully propagation will be good to me). Who knows, you may hear yourself on the livestream. I hope to catch you on the air.
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: Do Tiger Tail antennas work? #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-16 | A viewer asks: Do tiger tails (counterpoises for VHF handheld radios) work? Do they offer a benefit? Joe and I talk about it. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #portablehamradio #antenna #tigertail #handheldradio #baofeng
Its a Screaming Rock! Roche-a-Cri State Park Ham Radio Camping #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-12 | Roche-a-Cri is French for 'Screaming Rock.' French explorers dubbed this outcrop in central Wisconsin that name, but ancient petroglyphs on the rock indicate that indigenous people have been visiting this site for ages prior. Roche-a-Cri State Park (POTA K-1474) is a jewel in the middle of Wisconsin's Central Sands region and an island of the Glacial Lake Wisconsin. Bonus content, titled "Ship Rock and Glacial Lake Wisconsin" is available to members over on Patreon. Visit my page on Patreon for details: patreon.com/posts/bonus-ship-rock-85995324I do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.'--- Items Mentioned ---End Fed Random Wire Antenna youtu.be/D_-aNzrIXWsWindow Screen Vertical Antenna Ground Plane youtu.be/UadUg5H8KO8Eco Worthy 20ah LiFePO4 Battery: amzn.to/3PSpEHu--- Recipe ---Portabella Mushroom Cap burgersMarinade2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar2 tbsp Olive Oil1 tbsp Soy Sauce1 tsp Rosemary4 Portabella Mushroom CapsSalt and pepper to taste Clean the trip the mushroom caps and for about an hour. Grill over medium heat about 4-7 minutes per side until done. Serve with your favorite hamburger fixings. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #hamradiocamping #rocheacristatepark #wisconsinstateparksG3FOWEQ3M4UNZVTV
13 Colonies Special Event: The good, bad, and ugly #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-09 | On our July 2023 livestream, Joe and I talk about the 13 Colonies Special Event. Did you participate? Get a clean sweep? What are your thoughts.13 Colonies Special Event: http://www.13colonies.usLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio#13colonies #specialevent
Your Questions Answered LIVE July, 2023 KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-07 | Join Joe and I on Thursday July 6, at 7pm CST for another evening of Your Questions Answered. We have a lot to talk about this month, so be sure to get your ham radio questions into the chat the sooner the better. You can get your questions in by dropping us a chat, leaving a comment, or emailing kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com Hope to see you on Thursday! Livestreams produced in Streamyard: https://streamyard.com?pal=5020330535419904 #Livestream #Hamradiolive #yourquestionsanswered
Voice of America, Speaking the truth with 1.5 million watts of power #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-05 | Traveling home from Hamvention, our journey took us to Cincinnati Ohio to the Voice of America National Museum located at the site of the Bethany relay station. Voice of America was created in 1942 to combat Nazi propaganda. The Bethany station went on the air in 1944 and continued to broadcast through the cold war years until it was decommissioned in 1996. Voice of America National Museum: http://www.voamuseum.orgThe West Chester Amateur Radio Association: wc8voa.orgLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #portablehamradio #VOA #VoiceofAmerica #wc8voa #cincinnati #ohio #history
Quirky QRP Ham Radio Reference Mat - Two Minute Takeaway Review #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-07-02 | The Quirky QRP Ham Shack reference mat is a soft neoprene version of their popular amateur radio reference chart. With this mat you’ll have immediate access to useful ham radio information.Quirky QRO Ham Radio Products: etsy.com/shop/QuirkyQRPHamRadiosHam Shack Reference Mat: etsy.com/listing/1437009639/ham-shack-reference-matThis mat was provided to my by Quirky QRP Ham Radio Products in exchange for a review. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #quirkyqrp #referencechart #productreview #bandplan
Its a weekend like no other: ARRL Field Day 2023 #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-28 | How was your ARRL Field Day? Travis, W9HDG and I, deployed deep into the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest of Northern Wisconsin to battle the bugs and rain. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. Hear the 15m Moxon antenna in action. --- Links and such ---15 Meter Moxon Antenna Project: youtu.be/4ddtVW8HweMEnd Fed Random Wire Antenna Project: youtu.be/D_-aNzrIXWsAzimuth Map Creator: ns6t.net/azimuthBongo Ties: amzn.to/440EMXEKelty Waypoint Tarp: amzn.to/3NrKydFWeb based Field Day Logging: qruqsp.orgVisit Travis at the Black Lake Campground: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233758Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #arrl #arrlfieldday #arrlfd #moxon #moxonantenna #hamradiocamping #hamharder
Moxon Antenna Update: Now 70% lighter #Hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-25 | Thanks for all the comments on my recent Moxon Antenna project video. In this update I answer some questions and put some excellent advice to use. The Black Widow, a 15 meter Moxon Antenna: youtu.be/4ddtVW8HweMLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #portablehamradio #Antenna #Moxon #15meters #antennaproject
Camping and Ham Radio - POTA in the Kettle Moraine State Forest #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-21 | What's your favorite part of camping? The fire, the food, the ham radio? Chris and I share that and more as we explore the Kettle Moraine State Forest in Southeast Wisconsin. The Kettle Moraine State Forest POTA K-4352 and Long Lake Recreation Area K-4260 is a Parks on the Air Two-fer.As a bonus, patrons can view the full, unedited phone contacts for this Parks on the Air activation. Visit my page on Patreon for details: patreon.com/posts/pota-unedited-k-84906461I do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.'---- Seen in the video ----Build an End Fed Random Wire (non-resonant) Antenna: youtu.be/D_-aNzrIXWsLicense Plate and POTA Flag: clubgearonline.comTeardrop camper: tcteardrops.comDutch Oven Nachos: 9 Oz bag of tortilla chips1 cup Salsa or Picante8oz Package (2 cups) Mexican blend cheese1 large Avocado1 bunch green onions1 bunch fresh cilantro1 can Black Beans (14.5 ounce)1 can green chilis or fresh sliced Jalapenos (optional)Sour Cream1. Coat the bottom of dutch oven with spray oil or use dutch oven liner to keep nachos from sticking2. Layer the nachos: 1/3 each of chips, sauce, avocado, onions, cilantro. Top with 1/4 of cheese. Repeat for second and third layer. 3. On the third layer spread the green chilis or sliced jalapenos. Cover with remaining cheese4. Cover and cook in a medium heat dutch over (7-9 coals on bottom, 13-15 on top) for about 15-20 minutes or until cheese has melted. Serve with sour cream.Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7Timestamp00:00 Introduction00:38 Kettle Moraine State Forest00:59 End Fed Non Resonant Antenna01:25 20-40 Meter Phone Activation03:38 The Wade House04:25 hamburger haus and Parnell Tower05:29 20-40 Meter Phone Activation, 40 meter FT810:25 Dutch Oven Nachos10:59 40 Meter Phone Activation15:18 Late Shift FT815:40 Coffee and 40m FT816:17 ConclusionMy Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #camping #campinglife#kettlemorainestateforest #wisconsin #hamradiolifestyle #hamharder #teardropcamper #teardroptrailer #endfedantenna
Dont let this happen to you! ARRL Field Day disasters #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-18 | A viewer asks: Worst Field Day Thunderstorm? Travis and I share a couple of the most memorable Field Days we have experienced. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #ARRL #FieldDay #Fieldday2023 #ARRLFieldDay #disaster
Ive been bit by The Black Widow: a 15 meter Moxon Antenna project #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-14 | The Moxon is an 2 element Yagi style antenna that boasts of a low takeoff angle and high front/back signal to noise ratio. The 15 meter Black Widow Moxon is an excellent antenna for Field Day or other events were a lightweight, portable antenna is ideal. Follow along as I build a Moxon antenna out of fishing poles and other common parts. --- References ---KG4JJH Black Widow 15 Meter Moxon Antenna: http://www.kg4jjh.com/blackwidow.htmlAC6LA Moxgen Calculator: ac6la.com/moxgen1.htmlBuilding the 6 meter Moxon Antenna: jpole-antenna.com/2014/06/11/building-the-6-meter-moxon-antenna--- My 3D Printer ---Creality Ender 3 v2 Neo 3D Printer: amzn.to/3Crj8Q1eSun PLA Pro (PLA+) black filament amzn.to/3NpcZua--- Parts list ---10' Black Widow Fiberglass Fishing Pole (B&M BW3RR) walmart.com/ip/10-Black-Widow-Ready-Rig-Telescopic-Panfish-Pole-by-B-n-M-Pole-Company/15908257Black Widow 15 meter Moxon Center Hub: thingiverse.com/thing:6074743SO-239 chassis connector50 feet wire approximately (I used 14 ga)⅝ inch dowel, 48 inches½ inch CPVC#6 x ½ inch machine screws, nuts, and washers4 #10 eye hooksAssorted Ring TerminalsEpoxy glueDuct tapePainters pole: 15 - 23 feetLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #BlackWidow #Moxon #Antenna #15meterband #15meterantenna #HFantenna #fieldday #arrlfieldday
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: How is the Window Screen Ground Network doing? #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-11 | A viewer asks: How is the window screen ground plane working out for you. Joe, Travis, and I give an update on the vertical antenna hack that's been sweeping portable operations by storm. Watch the original window screen video: youtu.be/UadUg5H8KO8Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #yourquestionsanswered #windowscreen #groundplane #verticalantenna
Hang with us downtown as we activate two POTA parks #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-07 | It's a POTA Two-fer as Dave, KZ9V, joins us in downtown Eau Claire, WI as we sit in Phoenix Park and activate two Parks on the air entities: K-8221 Chippewa River State Trail and K-8223 Old Abe State Trail. Listen in as we talk about propagation, FT8 hunters skipping TX1, and how I log my FT8 contacts.As a bonus, patrons can view the full, extended conversation between Dave and I during the Parks on the Air activation. Visit my page on Patreon for details: patreon.com/posts/pota-unedited-k-84220639I do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.'*** Learn More About ***Loading Coil Bypass for the Wolf River Coil: youtu.be/m8Y_dDCBlvoWindow Screen Antenna Ground Plane: Video: youtu.be/UadUg5H8KO836x84 inch Bright Aluminum Window Screen: amzn.to/3L8UhWlFeather Flag Base: amzn.to/3MdepHEWolf River Coils: wolfrivercoils.comMFJ-1979 whip: amzn.to/3B9cehFJaw Mount Antenna Clamp: amzn.to/3VL5Ir6SO-239 stud mount for jaw clamp: amzn.to/3VT1KwGLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7Timestamp00:00 Introduction00:32 Phoenix Park01:30 Logging FT8 Contacts06:30 FT8 Controversy (skip the grid)10:30 City of Bridges10:50 15 Meter DX12:16 Why we like 15 meters13:43 Finishing on 40 meters14:26 40 meter propagation17:25 Lunch18:05 Activation RecapMy Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #eauclaire #phoenixpark #downtown #oldabestatetrail #chippewariverstatetrail #ft8
Ask Michael, KB9VBR - What I bought at Hamvention 2023 #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-04 | I show off my Hamvention haul and talk about some improved products from Wolf River Coils. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #gearhaul #hamvention #hamvention2023
Your Questions Answered LIVE June, 2023 KB9VBR Antennas 2023-06-02 | June is Field Day, and it's never to early to get started! We'll be talking about the world's largest on air operating event, our plans, and how you can have a successful field day. Plus we'll be ready to answer your amateur radio related questions. Join Joe, Travis, and I on Thursday June 1st at 7:00pm central time for our monthly Your Questions Answered live show. You can get your questions in by dropping us a chat, leaving a comment, or emailing kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com Hope to see you on Thursday! Livestreams produced in Streamyard: https://streamyard.com?pal=5020330535419904 #Livestream #Hamradiolive #yourquestionsanswered
I put 3 parks on the air with this Hamvention Roadtrip #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-31 | Chris and I hit the road for a 1500 mile journey that takes us through four states and three different parks. We're Hamvention bound in this ultimate roadtrip video.I do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.'*** Learn more about ***Homebrew Coffee Company: homebrewcoffee.comDutch oven enchiladas: freshoffthegrid.com/dutch-oven-enchiladas The Heirloom Murders: amzn.to/43bjQN3W8NI Guitar Antenna: youtube.com/watch?v=M2B5E9194m0Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #Hamvention #Hamvention2023 #Roadtrip #verticalantenna #chameleonantenna
Its the Ultimate Rover! A walk through Hamvention 2023 Emcomm Row #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-28 | We take a walk down the Dayton Hamvention 2023 Emcomm Row and look inside the emergency communications vehicles parked there. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #hamvention #hamvention2023 #emcomm #emergencycommunications #aresraces #VHFcontest #rover
Wandering around the Dayton Hamvention 2023 #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-24 | What's it like to visit the nation's largest amateur radio festival? There's a lot of walking. Chris and I wander around the 2023 Dayton Hamvention and find some of the more interesting things at the event. Don't forget to stick around to the end for the cavalcade of selfies. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7Timestamp00:00 Dayton Hamvention 202300:40 Crystal Radio01:10 Vintage Weather Radio01:46 Quirky QRP Walktenna02:43 Kenwood THD-75A03:10 Rigexpert AA-300004:00 Ham and Quackers Juni and Mochie05:03 POTA Merch Club Gear Online06:18 Cavalcade of Selfies07:43 What a totally amazing experienceMy Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #hamvention #hamvention2023 #hamfest #dayton
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: FCC Proposes Changes to the 60 meter band #HamRadioQA KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-21 | The FCC has released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) making a sweeping change to the 60 meter band allocation for US amateur radio operators. We talk about the change and how you can make your voice heard during the comment periodARRL Advocates for Radio Amateurs as FCC Proposes Changes to 60-Meter Band: arrl.org/news/arrl-advocates-for-radio-amateurs-as-fcc-proposes-changes-to-60-meter-bandThe FCC NPRM concerning 60 meter band changes: fcc.gov/document/fcc-implements-and-proposes-final-acts-wrc-19-and-wrc-15Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #FCC #60meterband
Infiray P2 Pro Thermal Imaging Camera - Smaller than Small! #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-17 | I take a look at the Infiray P2 Pro Thermal Imaging Camera. This super small camera attaches to your mobile device, either Android or iOS and uses the P2 Thermal App to render amazing thermal images. Thank you to Infiray for supplying the P2 Pro in exchange for a review. *** SAVE $20 on the P2 Pro Thermal Imaging Camera ***Coupon code KB9VBR123Use the link below:US customer: amazon.com/dp/B0BG2QC143?th=1CA customer： amazon.ca/dp/B0BJ1W6BBHUK customer: amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BG2Q8KWNGE customer: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0BK92BRHL FR customer: https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0BK95GSLVSP customer: amazon.es/dp/B0BK8S26VRIT customer: https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0BK99D1X5Others: aliexpress.com/item/1005003667651922.html?spm=5261.ProductManageOnline.0.0.44927197tzGsoiTimestamp00:00 Introduction00:21 Infiray P2 Pro Thermal Imaging Camera00:59 P2 Pro Unboxing and Specs03:12 P2 Thermal App12:05 Thermal Imaging Camera Uses13:56 My thoughts on the camera14:24 Special Offer from InfirayLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #infiray #thermalimagingcamera #thermalimaging #InfirayP2PRO #thermalcamera #productreview #unboxing
Asking Michael, KB9VBR: Were Heading to Hamvention! #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-14 | I'll be road-tripping to the nation's largest amateur radio event: Dayton Hamvetion, in Xenia, OH May 19-21. I hope to see you there.Dayton Hamvention: http://www.hamvention.orgLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #Hamvention #DaytonHamvention #roadtrip
Vertical antenna step by step - Youll be surprised how easy it is #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-10 | We go 'Back to Basics' with the vertical antenna. I take you through the parts and setup of the Wolf River Coil Vertical Antenna System and show it in use at Cross Plains State Park, WI (POTA K-1448). As a bonus, patrons can view the full, unedited video of my Parks on the Air activations. Visit my page on Patreon for details: patreon.com/posts/pota-unedited-k-82810415I do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.'*** Learn More About ***Loading Coil Bypass for the Wolf River Coil: youtu.be/m8Y_dDCBlvoBetter Ground Radials for Vertical Antennas: youtu.be/1hZO-UYujm0Window Screen Antenna Ground Plane: Video: youtu.be/UadUg5H8KO836x84 inch Bright Aluminum Window Screen: amzn.to/3L8UhWlFeather Flag Base: amzn.to/3MdepHEWolf River Coils: wolfrivercoils.comMFJ-1979 whip: amzn.to/3B9cehFChameleon SS-17 Whip: chameleonantenna.com/shop-here/ols/products/cha-ss17Jaw Mount Antenna Clamp: amzn.to/3VL5Ir6SO-239 stud mount for jaw clamp: amzn.to/3VT1KwGLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7Timestamp00:00 Introduction00:21 Vertical Antennas00:49 Wolf River Coils01:54 Whips03:52 Jaw Clamp Mount04:35 Feather Flag Base and stake mount05:30 Coil Bypass06:53 Coax and Ground Radial network08:39 Setting up the vertical antenna at Cross Plains State Park09:15 15 Meter contacts11:00 20 Meter contacts14:28 ConclusionMy Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #wolfrivercoil #verticalantenna #sportyforty #silverbullet1000 #hamharder
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: FCC now REQUIRES amateurs to perform antenna RF exposure calculations KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-07 | On May 3rd 2023, After a two year waiting period, the FCC's rules regarding RF exposure calculations and surveys now are in effect. Here's what you need to know, as an amateur radio operator, to be in compliance. RF Exposure Safety: arrl.org/rf-exposureRF exposure calculator: http://arrl.org/rf-exposure-calculatorOET Bulletin 65: RF Safety: transition.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Engineering_Technology/Documents/bulletins/oet65/oet65.pdfLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #FCC #RFexposure #RFcalculations #arrl
Your Questions Answered LIVE May, 2023 KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-05 | Join me on Thursday May 4th at 7:00pm central time for our monthly Your Questions Answered live show. Joe is on assignment this week, but I will have a guest co-host. We'll be talking about the upcoming Hamvention in Xenia, OH and my recent foray into FT8. Plus I'll be ready to answer your amateur radio related questions. You can get your questions in by dropping us a chat, leaving a comment, or emailing kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com Hope to see you on Thursday! Livestreams produced in Streamyard: https://streamyard.com?pal=5020330535419904 #Livestream #Hamradiolive #yourquestionsanswered
Better FT8 on the FT-891! Digirig Mobile Interface #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-05-03 | I've always had a love-hate relationship with digital modes. That is, until I got the Digirig Mobile Interface. Now getting on FT-8 and the other data modes with the Yaesu Ft-891 is a piece of cake. Digirig Mobile Interface: amzn.to/41YrDgFYaesu FT-8xx cable for the Digirig: amzn.to/3LNy6W7Digirig Mobile website: digirig.netDigital menu settings for the Ft-89108-01 Data Mode: others08-02 PSK Tone: 150008-03 Other Disp: 150008-04 Other Shift: 150008-06 Data LCUT Freq: 30008-07 Data HCUT Freq: 280008-09 Data In Select: Rear08-10 Data PTT Select: DAKY08-11 Data Out Level: 5008-12 Data BFO: USB16-03 HF PWR: 3016-10 Data Mic Gain: 50Front panel menu settings:Automatic Gain Control (AGC): OffBand Width (WDH): 3000 hzProcessor (PRC): OffDigital Noise Reduction (DNR): OFFFront Meter (MTR): ALCOther super-handy FT8 and Yaesu FT-891 videos:FT-891 buttons and functions: youtu.be/Zh-U2pVTlUsEASY Way to Setup FT8 on a Yaesu FT-891: youtu.be/US5HOffEp1cGround Plane Antenna Screen: youtu.be/UadUg5H8KO8Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7Tiemstamp00:00 Introduction00:20 Digirig Mobile Interface02:41 How the Digirig Mobile Works05:13 Using Digirig with WSJT-X06:25 Configurating the FT-891 with the Digirig08:00 Adjusting Audio Out and ALC on the FT-89109:50 Dells of the Eau Claire River County Park10:58 Getting on the Air with FT811:53 Conclusion My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #FT8 #Digitalmode #YaesuFT891 #digirigmobile #digirig #WSJT #FT891
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: Reducing noise from an Inverter Generator KB9VBR Antennas 2023-04-30 | A viewer asks: how are some ways to reduce the RF noise from an inverter generator. We talk about why it's difficult to eliminate that RF hash and offer why the Harbor Freight Predator generator is a 'quiet' option for ham radio useTales of a Campround Host.Predator vs Honda, which is best: youtube.com/watch?v=23Hs9Qym1C8Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #harborfrieght #predatorgenerator #rfhash
Does this improve the MPAS 2? Window Screen with non resonant antenna #hamradioqa KB9VBR Antennas 2023-04-26 | Will a non resonant antenna like the Chameleon MPAS 2.0 work with the window screen ground counterpoise? We head to High Cliff State Park, WI (POTA K-1456) to test it with a Parks on the Air activation.As a bonus, patrons can view the full, unedited video of my Parks on the Air activations. Visit my page on Patreon for details: patreon.com/posts/pota-unedited-k-82098769I do return QSL, if you made a contact with me and would like a QSL, please send me one. Return postage not necessary, but always appreciated. As they say, KB9VBR is 'good in the book.'*** Learn more about ***High Cliff State Parkdnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/highcliff The Niagara Escarpment:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niagara_Escarpmentcgenarchive.org/toronto-niagara-escarpment.htmlWisconsin Native Effigy Mound Culture:Lizard Mount State Park: youtu.be/4uwYca8yZO4Wisconsin Historical Society: wisconsinhistory.org/turningpoints/tp-004Catalog of native peoples mounds: http://www.wisconsinmounds.comThe Cozzy Corner in Appleton, WI: Wisconsin Fooddie: youtube.com/watch?v=_zZ-_XHmaMQthecozzycorner1.comWindow Screen Antenna Ground Plane:Video: youtu.be/UadUg5H8KO8Chameleon MPAS 2.0:chameleonantenna.com/shop-here/ols/products/cha-mpas-modular-portable-antenna-system-20/v/CHA-MPAS-2-MINI-BP36x84 inch Bright Aluminum Window Screen: amzn.to/3L8UhWlLike what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7Timestamp00:00 Introduction00:30 Window Screen Ground Plane with MPAS 201:49 20 meter contacts at K-145605:41 High Cliff State Park07:36 40 meter contacts at High Cliff State Park09:20 The Cozzy Corner09:56 How did it work and activation recap12:02 Surprise contactMy Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #windowscreen #counterpoise #chameleonantenna #mpas2 #nonresonantenna #portableantenna #highcliffstatepark #wisconsin #statepark
Ask Michael, KB9VBR: How to extend an End Fed Half Wave antenna into the 80 meter band KB9VBR Antennas 2023-04-23 | A viewer with an End Fed Half Wave antenna (EFHW) asks how they can extend it into the 80 meter band. Joe and I share a couple of options:Using a coil to 'electrically' lengthen an EFHW (watch starting at 3:20):youtu.be/0A89Dd9dFXMUsing wire to turn an 10-40m EFHW into a 10-80m EFHWyoutu.be/0qN5Paom5T0Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:paypal.me/kb9vbrKB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.comBecome a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennasSupport Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7My Parks on the Air setup:Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoeiBattery: amzn.to/3xBGgbvTuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9lFolding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5ZThrow Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nBVideo Production Equipment:Camera amzn.to/32UaXNXLens amzn.to/31mmDrXWireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdqGoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30Music by license: http://www.premiumbeats.comhttp://www.soundstripe.comAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesContact Information:Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #EFHW #endfedhalfwave #80meterband
