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Rick's (DJ0IP) comment on common-mode current with OCF dipoles: Once again, you are wrong in saying there will always be some residual CMC on the feedline with OCFD. WRONG WRONG WRONG. This is what people wrongly believed until about 7 years ago. Only when the BALUN is not built properly is there any CMC on the feedline – unless there are some external contributing reflections from near-by metal objects. I have made over 1500 field measurements on these antennas, and 500 were running 100 Watts into the antenna and measuring the residual CMC with an RF Ammeter. A properly designed BALUN (which is cannot be purchased commercially anywhere that I know of) will eliminate ALL RF on the feedline. Dozens of engineers have reviewed my measured results; two OM have repeated a few of my tests and confirmed. It all depends on the balun, and the balun in the 404-UL and 807-HD were both purpose designed to avoid CMC on the feedline. I have used this antenna in dozens of portable locations running between 50w and 100w; never had any problem. I run 750 watts at home, no problem. More important, we have 2000 users and so far only ever had complaints about CMC 2 times. A German magazine tested the 807 for 6 months, making hundreds of QSO on all bands, running a “healthy 750 Watts”. No problems. ARRL and RSGB tested my antennas. No problems reported with RF on the feedline. We have a Groups.io user group for OCFD antennas, with about 1400 users. You can ask in that group about CMC on the feedline. They will all think you are crazy. We have known how to eliminate that for about 7 years now, ever since I ran my 2013 CMC field tests. THE biggest features of my 404-UL is, it is fed so close to the center of the antenna that there is hardly any CMC at all – the Balun eliminates the rest – and it weighs just 400 grams including 12m of coax. This enables hanging it high into the air on a thin fiberglass mast. Finally, our OCFD antennas are often a few S-Units quieter (less noise) than end-fed antennas. THESE are features that aren’t apparent in with just a quick installation and a few minutes on the air. 73 - Rick, DJ0IP (Nr. Frankfurt, Germany) May the Sunspots be with Us! . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc
Spiderbeam Aerial-51 Model 404-UL Antenna Review, Part 1.Radio Prepper2021-06-26 | This is an off-center-fed dipole By Spiderbeam, the famous antenna mast manufacturer. It does work on the advertised bands, though your SWR will vary depending on location. I would prefer connectors instead of the wires straight into the potted BALUN... It is fairly light and the BALUN works; I only tested it to 50W on 6m. There will always be some residual common-mode RF current on the coax shield though, as with any OCFD antenna. The antenna radiator is made from UL-wire / Liv-2Yz (ultra light aramid synthetic fibre and copper strands, Insulated). The antenna comes including 12m coax which despite the low weight (only 185g) shows only very modest losses (~1dB on 40m, less than 2dB on 10m). Despite the lack of connectors which would make repairs very difficult, with careful handling, the occasional QRP tuner and maybe an extra RF choke, it looks like a decent choice for multi-band operations. I need to test it on other bands and in a different environment... Scroll down for Rick's (DJ0IP) comment on common-mode current with OCF dipoles... Part 2: youtu.be/_3RyUbQO_bQ Antenna: spiderbeam.com/product_info.php?info=p355_Aerial-51%20Model%20404-UL.html Brochure: spiderbeam.com/pdf_files/Model_404-UL_V2_Info.pdf Manual: spiderbeam.com/pdf_files/INSTRUCTION%20MANUAL%20404-UL%20Ver.%202.0.pdf 3D STL file, mast adaptor: thingiverse.com/thing:4881368 Minion SDR video: youtu.be/oqlcWR9_4XI Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.
Rick's (DJ0IP) comment on common-mode current with OCF dipoles: Once again, you are wrong in saying there will always be some residual CMC on the feedline with OCFD. WRONG WRONG WRONG. This is what people wrongly believed until about 7 years ago. Only when the BALUN is not built properly is there any CMC on the feedline – unless there are some external contributing reflections from near-by metal objects. I have made over 1500 field measurements on these antennas, and 500 were running 100 Watts into the antenna and measuring the residual CMC with an RF Ammeter. A properly designed BALUN (which is cannot be purchased commercially anywhere that I know of) will eliminate ALL RF on the feedline. Dozens of engineers have reviewed my measured results; two OM have repeated a few of my tests and confirmed. It all depends on the balun, and the balun in the 404-UL and 807-HD were both purpose designed to avoid CMC on the feedline. I have used this antenna in dozens of portable locations running between 50w and 100w; never had any problem. I run 750 watts at home, no problem. More important, we have 2000 users and so far only ever had complaints about CMC 2 times. A German magazine tested the 807 for 6 months, making hundreds of QSO on all bands, running a “healthy 750 Watts”. No problems. ARRL and RSGB tested my antennas. No problems reported with RF on the feedline. We have a Groups.io user group for OCFD antennas, with about 1400 users. You can ask in that group about CMC on the feedline. They will all think you are crazy. We have known how to eliminate that for about 7 years now, ever since I ran my 2013 CMC field tests. THE biggest features of my 404-UL is, it is fed so close to the center of the antenna that there is hardly any CMC at all – the Balun eliminates the rest – and it weighs just 400 grams including 12m of coax. This enables hanging it high into the air on a thin fiberglass mast. Finally, our OCFD antennas are often a few S-Units quieter (less noise) than end-fed antennas. THESE are features that aren’t apparent in with just a quick installation and a few minutes on the air. 73 - Rick, DJ0IP (Nr. Frankfurt, Germany) May the Sunspots be with Us! . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycBuilding The K6ARK End-Fed Half-Wave EFHW QRP Antenna Kit.Radio Prepper2022-11-11 | These antennas are very practical for portable operations and even though the FT-50-43 toroid is pretty small I believe this antenna will perform well enough for low power QRP operations. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn K6ARK: k6ark.com Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Utilisation de la Radio Militaire PRC-320.Radio Prepper2022-11-02 | Petite vidéo sur le PRC-320, excusez le contre-jour... Une radio exceptionnelle qui surprend toujours de part ses performances. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Armageddon Radio Prepper Livestream.Radio Prepper2022-10-31 | Things aren't looking up in the world right now and we need to remain optimistic but be ready, just in case... Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Radio Shorts : The End-Fed Half-Wave EFHW Antenna is The Best For Prepping.Radio Prepper2022-10-26 | Use a 49:1 or 64:1 impedance transformer with a 43 materiel toroid. The wire must be a half-wave long. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Radio Shorts: Morse Code Rocks.Radio Prepper2022-10-26 | Hopefully the vertical upload will work this time to make this video a short.. Thank you for putting up with me experiments :-) Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Radio Shorts: Power Output.Radio Prepper2022-10-26 | Do you like this SHORTS video format? Should I publish more?
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Building a Plate Carrier Antenna.Radio Prepper2022-09-18 | Antenna positioning is probably the most important factor for better range. This system gives you a full length half-wave dipole you can mount on the back of your plate carrier and allows to swap different handheld antennas for best results or different bands. It uses plumbing copper tubing, an SMA chassis connector, BNC-to-SMA connector for the radio and an RG-316 BNC cable. By the way I suggest not using too much radiated power close to your head, especially on higher frequencies, as radio waves can cause heating of some nearby tissues. Consult FCC guidelines on this issue. GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.An Affordable HF AUTO Tuner From Banggood.Radio Prepper2022-07-11 | Sometimes more isn't better, especially when it comes to price... I was pleasantly surprised by this affordable automatic tuner from Banggood. It does cover 1.8 to 30MHz with a maximum power handling of 100W. The tuner is fast and seems to work very well. It does require 12V external power. The OLED screen is visible even in bright daylight and has all the information you need including SWR and power output. Get the tuner: banggood.com/custlink/DmDyMTHM7E GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Thoughts On VHF Radio For Regional Communications.Radio Prepper2022-07-10 | VHF can be a great asset for regional communications, especially if you have some height... Otherwise NVIS might be better... Here using my Icom IC-251E and Racal VRM-5080. 2m SSB is fairly common here but I never hear anyone on 6m FM, which in a way can be good too... Antennas are the PAR OA-144 for 2m and a ladder-line J-Pole for 6m. GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Is The (tr)uSDX Radio Good For CW Mode?Radio Prepper2022-05-23 | As a big fan of Morse code, whether the uSDX is good on CW mode, to me is of the outmost importance. Fortunately it does work well in either SSB or CW, which given its price and size is amazing. Build video: youtu.be/VvWYbiSx9NE SSB test: youtu.be/4LTHavN7vLA DL2MAN: https://dl2man.de Get the uSDX kit: aliexpress.com/item/1005003908457475.html GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.(tr)uSDX Radio Field Test.Radio Prepper2022-05-15 | An incredible tiny radio, all modes with five bands, what else could you possibly want? A more rugged case maybe... Nevertheless the uSDX or (tr)uSDX is an amazing little transceiver that should be in your bugout bag. Build video: youtu.be/VvWYbiSx9NE DL2MAN: https://dl2man.de Get the uSDX kit: aliexpress.com/item/1005003908457475.html GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Building The truSDX Multi Mode Micro Transceiver.Radio Prepper2022-04-24 | I hesitated a bit before buying this kit but it turned out to be an easy build and everything works just fine. The form factor is incredible, which is a great asset for prepping, as it won't even be felt in a bug-out bag. Being able to power it with a USB power pack or a solar panel is awesome. For slightly more than 100 Euros you can't go wrong with this kit. The 3D printed case is a liability in the field but it is well designed. I printed it in PLA+ for added strength. You will need M3x35 hardware. Not present in the kit is the power connector. You will also need an SMA-male to BNC-female adaptor. The logic board was pre-programmed, I didn't have to do anything on that front. Note that the AliExpress kit is certified by DL2MAN and PE2NNZ. Just like the QDX digital transceiver from QRP-Labs that recently came out, this kit is a game changer. Field test: youtu.be/4LTHavN7vLA Get the kit: aliexpress.com/item/1005003908457475.html DL2MAN: https://dl2man.de GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Impromptu Q&A and JS8 Session.Radio Prepper2022-04-10 | Support the stream: streamlabs.com/radioprepper Last minute Q&A and attempted contacts using JS8 with the QRP-Labs QDX and magnetic loop antenna. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.HF Radio For Local Communications.Radio Prepper2022-03-20 | Hight Frequency, 3 to 30MHz can also be used for local communications. I want to explore this subject a little more in the future with smaller radios than the two military models I used here. HF goes through vegetation and various materials better than VHF and much better than UHF. Ask me which radio I would take with me for a jungle trip and I will say an HF radio any day. We don't have jungles here but a thick pine forest would be a challenge to get a signal out of, except with an HF radio on a low band, 40 or 80m. GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d Music: bensound.com
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Building The QRP Labs QCX Mini CW Morse Code Radio.Radio Prepper2022-01-17 | Building the awesome QRP-Labs QCX Mini CW transceiver kit on the 40m band. I still have some tuning issues to fix but the build was straightforward even though everything is a very tight fix in the case. I really like this radio and will probably build more on other bands! Get the QCX Mini: qrp-labs.com/qcxmini.html GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Radio Contacts With The Lab599 Discovery TX-500.Radio Prepper2022-01-02 | Fortunately I had time today to play a bit more with the Lab599 TX500 at the park, before giving it back to Eric whom I thank again! The radio did not disappoint and performed flawlessly, even using CW with no keyer issue this time, so it must have been my previous setup. GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Lab599 Discovery TX-500, Premières Impressions.Radio Prepper2021-12-24 | English version: youtu.be/9aRDZvy5H9A Présentation et premières impressions du transceiver Lab599 Discovery TX-500. C'est une radio très robuste construite pour braver les éléments, toutes bandes 160 à 6m. Un grand merci à Eric qui me prête cet appareil pour cette revue! GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Lab599 Discovery TX-500 Radio First Impressions.Radio Prepper2021-12-23 | Version Française: youtu.be/lbwfZrsqvqM My First impressions of the Lab599 Discovery TX500 transceiver, thanks to Eric who loaned it to me for this review. It won't be much in depth since I will not have it for long but I am so far very impressed by the ruggedness of this radio. The CW keyer seems to have a glitch which hopefully will be fixed in a future firmware. Any TX500 owners experiencing the same? The receiver is very sensitive, tested with my 5m-perimeter magnetic loop antenna. 160 and 6m make this radio a very attractive choice for portable operations and you won't be afraid to take it outside. I wish the Morse key and audio cables were much thicker, but other than that, a very promising and well built product! Merry Christmas!
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Building a Short 40m Antenna With Coil and AT-271 Whip.Radio Prepper2021-12-12 | Things did not work as expected with this great design by VA3TNE on Thingiverse. The coil is used with an AT-271 military antenna whip, 3D printed and tested here with my TRC-372 manpack radio at the Col de Vence North of Nice. Maybe someone more experienced with coils could shed some light on the issue... STL 3D files: thingiverse.com/thing:2352109 GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Chameleon CHA LEFS Half-Wave End-Fed Antenna Review.Radio Prepper2021-11-19 | The CHA LEFS is a six-band, no-tuner HF antenna for use on the 40, 20, 17, 15, 12, and 10 meter bands. Performance is stellar as EFHW antennas usually perform very well. There are some issues I highlight in this video, so watch it all. UPDATE FROM CHAMELEON AT THE BOTTOM. Chameleon CHA-LEFS: chameleonantenna.com/shop-here/ols/products/cha-lefs Eric's magnetic Morse key: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Ag5suC GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.
First off the unit you received (few months ago) were only made in a very small batch. Just about everything on that unit has been changed and/or updated since then. The transformer is now covered with heat shrink. We wanted to use LINEX but with the products shortage, LINEX is impossible to get now.
The same changes happened with the wire used to wound the toroid. The unit that you have uses regular enamel wire which is used by any other manufacturers in the industry. As you remember, during the summer 2021 it was just about impossible to get anything for manufacturing! The wire that we're currently using is a 14 gauge solid core wire with a FEP sleeve covering. Typically referred to as FEP, Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene is a type of fluoropolymer commonly extruded as both an insulation and jacket material for wire and cable. FEP exhibits outstanding resistance to chemicals, has a wide temperature range and excellent electrical properties. Very few manufacturer if any uses that kind of quality wire.
This unit doesn't come in a box because it's a portable unit. The box would have made it way too bulky and heavy. Just look at the CHA EMCOMM III B which is a base station unit and the CHA EMCOMM III P which is a portable unit. The B version is WAY bigger than the P version for portable.
Now concerning your wire crimp issue. It shouldn't be a concern to anyone really. We've been crimping about 95% of all our wires since the last few years already. It's a none issue. Crimp technology has surpassed soldering tech in some usages like the ones we're talking about. Crimping offers stronger, more reliable connections than soldering. Soldering uses heated metal to join the cable to the connector. Over time, this filler metal will degrade, which may cause the connection to fail.
From what I can see on your broken wire issue it looks like a sharp edge actually created that problem (break). Our wire come directly from the manufacturing spool to the little coil that we provide with all our antennas. We do not wound the wire on the winders anymore. It's faster and the customer can decide how he actually wants to install the wire on the winder.
So why I know it's a sharp edge? It's because the wire we're using is covered with PTFE sleeve and PTFE doesn't crack, break, split or doesn't become brittle over time under any conditions! This is one of the main property of the PTFE wire! You can literally tie a knot on the wire and undo it and the wire will NEVER crack! If you also look closely, you can also see one or two fibers of broken copper clad wire that has been broken! You can see that at 5:00 on your video.
The type of wire used in the LEFS antenna design is also very different from all other manufacturers. In order to reduce weight without compromising efficiency and durability we're using a proprietary Ultra-thin 20 gauge PTFE antenna KEVLAR wire (-70°C to 150°C). The CHA PTFE wire is used in high temperature electronic applications or where abrasion resistance is required. It has excellent thermal aging, solder damage, flame, and moisture resistance. PTFE resists solvents, grease, ozone and other chemicals. Low power loss, ideal for high frequency applications. Recommended for critical applications.A Battery Cell Spot Welder That Works.Radio Prepper2021-11-16 | At last, after the fiasco of the cheaper spot welder, this one works fine, is more practical and still very affordable. Spot Welder: banggood.com/custlink/33GEsKEwdi GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.The QRP-Labs QDX Digital Transceiver Kit, Part 2.Radio Prepper2021-11-11 | I fix it! Well, Ron posted in the comments about a probable cause, and that was it! What a great community we have. Part 1: youtu.be/pZcQfxXmK1k GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Check out the QDX kit: qrp-labs.com/qdx.html Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.The QRP-Labs QDX Digital Transceiver Kit, Part 1.Radio Prepper2021-11-08 | This video covers the build of this awesome little four-band 5W digital transceiver designed by Hans Summers. Part 2: youtu.be/EnAkxP5kk7o Check out the kit: qrp-labs.com/qdx.html GET NORDVPN: Go to go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=601&aff_id=62701 to get a 2-year plan with a huge discount. Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Spot Welding Lithium Battery Cells FAIL.Radio Prepper2021-10-06 | The cheap Chinese spot welder blew up on the first try. DO NOT BUY! Mentioned video: youtu.be/u5khY6d3qds Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Begali Travelers Light Morse Key Review.Radio Prepper2021-09-29 | Edited from the livestream, this is the review of the Begali Traveler's Light Morse key. Not doubt a work of art with flawless workmanship, it works very well indeed, smooth, precise and fast. The price is the only downside, but again, it is worth what you are willing to pay for it. My eternal gratitude goes to Fred for getting me this key! Livestream: youtu.be/8QmtbQJr4gg Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Begali Travelers Light Morse Key Live Review.Radio Prepper2021-09-27 | Presentation and test of the Begali Traveler's Light Morse key with the Elecraft K1 and magnetic loop antenna. Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Granges de la Brasque Radio Field Ops 2021.Radio Prepper2021-09-20 | Awesome week-end at the Granges de la Brasque with my friends and my Elecraft K1 with Chameleon Hybrid Micro and the 5m telescopic whip. We had a great time and I made a few CW-mode contacts on the 30m band. Good reports on the Reverse Beacon Network as well. Lots of Morse code for your practice. Thanks to Franck and all involved for letting me fly my micro-drone to film this magnificent place. Radio and antenna choices were dictated mostly by my mood, hoping for a simple and relaxing week-end. Don't miss the bonus footage at the end! Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.My Reviews, Objectivity, Channel And Chameleon Antennas.Radio Prepper2021-09-08 | In light of recent derogatory comments on the Radio Prepper channel, mainly related to Chameleon Antennas, I decided to clarify a few points on the objectivity of my reviews and the channel. Not fishing for sympathy, to be clear, just explaining things...
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Chameleon Fan Dipole Antenna Review.Radio Prepper2021-09-07 | The Chameleon Fan Dipole gives you two bands, 20m for day operations and 40m for evening contacts using NVIS to cover a regional area. The best of both worlds basically with these very popular bands. The antenna is well made and I have no suggestions for improvement. Not the fastest to setup but a good camp antenna that won't let you down. I am keeping it! Chameleon Fan Dipole: chameleonantenna.com/shop-here/ols/products/cha-4020-fd Spiderbeam mast adapter: thingiverse.com/thing:4881368 Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322nnahmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.The Chameleon Tactical Delta Loop Antenna, Part 1.Radio Prepper2021-08-19 | First impressions of the Chameleon Tactical Delta Loop (CHA-TDL) with a test at the park, NVIS on 40 and 80m using only 5W. Surprising performance so far. There will be a part 2 of course at another location using upper bands, WSPR, maybe JS8 and one whip on the Hybrid-Micro. Stay tuned... Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Authion 2021 Radio Field Ops.Radio Prepper2021-08-15 | A nice week-end among friends camping at the plateau de l'Authion, 2000m altitude. Few contacts on my part but we had a great time, and that's what it's all about! Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Une Antenne J-Pole en Echelle à Grenouille.Radio Prepper2021-07-24 | La J-Pole est une antenne facile à construire en échelle à grenouille pour la CB, bande des 10m, 6m, jusque la VHF (2m) et UHF (70cm). Similaire à la Zepp c'est une demi-onde alimentée au bout avec un quart d'onde de "ladder line" pour la transformation d'impédance. Ici j'en utilise une coupée pour la bande des 6m, 51.5 MHz en FM avec mon Racal VRM-5080. Merci Jeremy pour le bout d'échelle à grenouille! English version: youtu.be/jMNtMG4PAy4 J-Pole 2m: youtu.be/LuEwRLsc9eA Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycLivestream, Morse Evening Chat With K1 Radio.Radio Prepper2021-07-23 | Discussion of various radio prepping subjects with hopefully some Morse contacts using the Elecraft K1. Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Testing a Ladder-Line J-Pole Antenna For 6m FM.Radio Prepper2021-07-20 | The ladder-line J-Pole is a great portable antenna for VHF and even upper HF bands. Using 450 Ohm ladder line or "window line" (if you want to be anal about it) and designed with the M0UKD calculator at: m0ukd.com/calculators/slim-jim-and-j-pole-calculator I am testing it here using my Racal VRM-5080 tank radio. 6m Slim-Jim: youtu.be/29jpHJKaVuc 2m J-Pole: youtu.be/sCgRhi1tET4 Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycSpiderbeam Aerial-51 Model 404-UL Antenna Review, Part 2.Radio Prepper2021-07-15 | This is an off-center-fed dipole By Spiderbeam, the famous antenna mast manufacturer. It does work on the advertised bands, though your SWR will vary depending on location. I would prefer connectors instead of the wires straight into the potted BALUN... It is fairly light and the BALUN works. My results on Part 2 aren't really different than part 1 (link below). There will always be some residual common-mode RF current on the coax shield though, as with any OCFD antenna. The antenna radiator is made from UL-wire / Liv-2Yz (ultra light aramid synthetic fibre and copper strands, Insulated). The antenna comes including 12m coax which despite the low weight (only 185g) shows only very modest losses (~1dB on 40m, less than 2dB on 10m). Despite the lack of connectors which would make repairs very difficult, with careful handling, the occasional QRP tuner and maybe an extra RF choke, it looks like a decent choice for multi-band operations. Sorry about the jello in the video, problem with my phone... Scroll down for Rick's (DJ0IP) comment on common-mode current with OCF dipoles... Part 1: youtu.be/nfi7dM0slKc Antenna: spiderbeam.com/product_info.php?info=p355_Aerial-51%20Model%20404-UL.html Brochure: spiderbeam.com/pdf_files/Model_404-UL_V2_Info.pdf Manual: spiderbeam.com/pdf_files/INSTRUCTION%20MANUAL%20404-UL%20Ver.%202.0.pdf 3D STL file, mast adaptor: thingiverse.com/thing:4881368 Minion SDR video: youtu.be/oqlcWR9_4XI Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.
Rick's (DJ0IP) comment on common-mode current with OCF dipoles: Once again, you are wrong in saying there will always be some residual CMC on the feedline with OCFD. WRONG WRONG WRONG. This is what people wrongly believed until about 7 years ago. Only when the BALUN is not built properly is there any CMC on the feedline – unless there are some external contributing reflections from near-by metal objects. I have made over 1500 field measurements on these antennas, and 500 were running 100 Watts into the antenna and measuring the residual CMC with an RF Ammeter. A properly designed BALUN (which is cannot be purchased commercially anywhere that I know of) will eliminate ALL RF on the feedline. Dozens of engineers have reviewed my measured results; two OM have repeated a few of my tests and confirmed. It all depends on the balun, and the balun in the 404-UL and 807-HD were both purpose designed to avoid CMC on the feedline. I have used this antenna in dozens of portable locations running between 50w and 100w; never had any problem. I run 750 watts at home, no problem. More important, we have 2000 users and so far only ever had complaints about CMC 2 times. A German magazine tested the 807 for 6 months, making hundreds of QSO on all bands, running a “healthy 750 Watts”. No problems. ARRL and RSGB tested my antennas. No problems reported with RF on the feedline. We have a Groups.io user group for OCFD antennas, with about 1400 users. You can ask in that group about CMC on the feedline. They will all think you are crazy. We have known how to eliminate that for about 7 years now, ever since I ran my 2013 CMC field tests. THE biggest features of my 404-UL is, it is fed so close to the center of the antenna that there is hardly any CMC at all – the Balun eliminates the rest – and it weighs just 400 grams including 12m of coax. This enables hanging it high into the air on a thin fiberglass mast. Finally, our OCFD antennas are often a few S-Units quieter (less noise) than end-fed antennas. THESE are features that aren’t apparent in with just a quick installation and a few minutes on the air. 73 - Rick, DJ0IP (Nr. Frankfurt, Germany) May the Sunspots be with Us! . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycRetekess V115 Receiver Review.Radio Prepper2021-07-15 | A nifty little receiver from Retekess to get your news from broadcast radio stations. UK: ebay.co.uk/itm/283235617290 DE: https://www.ebay.de/itm/283602512179 US: ebay.com/itm/363215692097 AU: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/283805922470 Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycIs the Ailunce HD1 Radio Good For Prepping?Radio Prepper2021-07-12 | At last a dual-band analog & DMR radio that is waterproof! Actually the Ailunce HD1 was released a while ago, but I did not get my hands on one until now, and I am glad to have that radio now, because yes, it is good for preppers. DMR (with possible encryption) gives you very good privacy on the air within a group, which would be the purpose of this handheld.
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycLivestream Testing The Minion SDR on 40m.Radio Prepper2021-06-19 | Yes, I finally got it back! Testing on my magnetic loop antenna, Impromptu livestream! Propagation doesn't seem good at all however... Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: ugetube.com/@RadioPrepper odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.My Minion SDR Radio is Back!Radio Prepper2021-06-18 | More testing with the Minion SDR and three different antennas. I still need to test it with a dipole and a straight key for CW. My conclusion so far is that although it is a good radio for SSB, it is not a good choice for Morse code. Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycSpiderbeams Light 7m Antenna Mast Review.Radio Prepper2021-06-13 | Just like its big brother the Spiderbeam 12m mast, which I have been using for years and almost every time I operate portable, the much lighter and shorter (collapsed) 7m model does not disappoint. There is a 10m model also. Those two are perfect for traveling, much stronger than a fishing pole while still quite affordable. Thumbs up from me! Masts: spiderbeam.com/index.php?cat=c2_Fiberglass%20Poles.html 12m version review: youtu.be/HfwA9BwQo9w 3D STL 7m cap file: thingiverse.com/thing:4881364 Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platform: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycRadio Live at The Park, K1 on 30m, discussion.Radio Prepper2021-06-06 | Playing with my K1 at the Vaugreniers Park. Impromptu livestream! Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: ugetube.com/@RadioPrepper odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.La Madone dUtelle Field Radio Operations.Radio Prepper2021-05-26 | Just a great time with friends testing radios and antennas; overnight camping surrounded by beautiful mountains. Madone d'Utelle: fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madone_d%27Utelle Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d Music: bensound.com DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycBuilding a 2:1 BALUN For Delta Loop Antennas.Radio Prepper2021-05-14 | Delta loop antennas are awesome when you feed them well, either using a quarter-wave length of 75-Ohm coax or a 2:1 transformer, which I am building in this video. It works best from 80 to 15m, but will go up to 6m in a pinch as you will see being used with my Racal VRM-5080 on 6m FM. Update: Some people say this is a 4:1 and using the wrong core... Any experts here to comment? The antenna analyser shows 43 Ohms using a 100 Ohm resistor. BALUN case: thingiverse.com/thing:4860893 Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycVRM-5080 Military Radio Memory Battery Replacement.Radio Prepper2021-05-13 | How to replace the VRM-5080 tank radio channel memory battery by a Varta CR 1/2 AA 3V lithium (3.26V measured), which should last a long while. It is a very easy procedure once you know which screws to unscrew and in which module the battery is located. BTW I had already programmed channel 0 off-camera. Since some are going to ask, Squeaky is a lovebird. Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: ugetube.com/@RadioPrepper odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycBuilding a Half-Wave End-Fed Antenna For 6m, Part 2.Radio Prepper2021-05-09 | Part 1: youtu.be/HzUlyPv6DPA Puzzling results building a transformer to adapt a 285cm military VHF antenna (incidentally a half-wave on 6m),as my chosen 49:1 gets reduced to a 12.25:1 when mounted on the radio. Then upside is that it works fine and improves the performance of my PRC-351. By how much remains to be tested... My field-strength meter test was thus invalidated and this experiment left me with more questions than answers. Maybe some of you experts out there have some insight and suggestions? In any case it was my first foray beyond the 10km limit, now that we can travel up to 30km. It was an excellent opportunity to meet up with my friends again and play radio in the mountains; beats watching TV any day!
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycDirect LiveStream en Français.Radio Prepper2021-04-25 | Direct LiveStream en Français. Support the stream: streamlabs.com/radioprepper Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: ugetube.com/@RadioPrepper odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests.Hytera PD985 DMR UHF Radio Review.Radio Prepper2021-04-21 | Pleasantly surprised by the Hytera PD985 UHF DMR handheld. The radio appears and feels very rugged, with a plethora of features including encryption (prohibited on HAM radio), DMR repeater on single frequency, GPS and Bluetooth among others. You will see it again on this channel! Surprising results and a little tour of the magnificent city of Antibes on the French Riviera, in the vicinity of Port Vauban. Link to the radio: http://bit.ly/2QNyqdCPD985 Version Française: youtu.be/LaQ-quMDZio Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: ugetube.com/@RadioPrepper odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycLa Radio DMR UHF Hytera PD985.Radio Prepper2021-04-20 | Agréablement surprit par la radio DMR UHF Hytera PD985! La radio parait très solide, avec un récepteur sensible et une pléthore de fonctions DMR dont l'encryption (interdit en radio amateur) et relais DMR sur une seule fréquence. Elle est aussi équipée d'un GPS et Bluetooth, entre autres. Vous la verrez donc encore ici! Un résultat de test surprenant aussi durant ma petite ballade dans la ville d'Antibes aux alentours du port Vauban. English version: youtu.be/uiLZ19kFqq4 Lien vers la radio: http://bit.ly/3aidC4LPD985 Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: ugetube.com/@RadioPrepper odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xycXiegu G1M QRP Radio Using SSB & CW With HWEF Antenna.Radio Prepper2021-04-16 | Testing the Xiegu G1M QRP Radio on 20 and 15m, USB and CW using Morse code on a half-wave end-fed antenna, 64:1 transformer. I did not use a counterpoise in the water because I wanted the antenna to be tuned for land operations and a counterpoise is not needed at QRP levels for a HWEF. For a permanent installation I would have grounded it to the water. Decent little radio for the price, if you are willing to reflow the jacks soldering joints. Buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/gilg Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper Facebook: facebook.com/groups/radiopreppers Radio Preppers Forum: http://radiopreppers.com Subscribe on my alternate platforms: ugetube.com/@RadioPrepper odysee.com/@RadioPrepper:d
DISCLAIMER: The Radio Prepper logo (depicting a microphone) is indeed inspired from a famous flag created in 1775. It is NOTHING BUT a symbol of freedom and independence. It does NOT imply support to any political group. It does NOT imply, represent nor support any ideology with an intent on harming anyone. Freedom means freedom from persecution based on any human trait or belief such as, non exhaustively, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. The Radio Prepper channel is a technology and science channel with a focus on preparedness and use of radio technology for disaster relief and small group communications in times of need. It is apolitical and open to anyone sharing the same interests. . Send Bitcoins to: bc1qc5jq4dxt7359sh80lkv9v8rlsgnh322hmn6xyc