Ham Radio Workbench Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ham Radio Workbench
This is your bi-weekly deep dive on making, DIY, electronics, and technical topics of interest to the radio amateur. Join your host George KJ6VU and the HRWB team as they discuss current developments in ham radio while introducing listeners to a plethora of topics and skills such as test equipment, 3D Printing, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and more. Ham radio is a hobby of hobbies - George and team introduce hams of all ages to experimenting and learning within ham radio, which can be one of the most rewarding aspects of the hobby.
We are proudly sponsored by Autodesk Eagle PCB design tools, Flex Radio and Digikey.
Iin this episode we meet Dave Gilbert, AB7E, the developer of software for diversity reception. Dave's innovative software helps the listener pull out individual signals from the noise and clutter of busy ham radio bands. Dave makes his software available for free for anyone to use. We talk with Dave about the basics of diversity reception and how he went about developing his software.
In this episode we meet Becky Spiceland N4BKY, Mike Spiceland N4FFF and Barb Asuroglu WB2CBA the amateur radio operators behind the Pebble radio project. The Pebble is a small 20m HF QRP transciever. Becky and Mike are avid portable radio operators and wanted a low cost radio that would be great for hams doing POTA and SOTA. They teamed up with Barb, who led the development of the Pebble radio. Met the team and their journey from an idea to a working radio.
In this episode we meet Drew Glasbrenner, KO4MA, the new president of AMSAT, the amatuer radio satellite organization. Drew shares his passion for satellite and operating VHF and up. With over 20 years of experience at AMSAT, Drew became the new President of AMSAT in late 2025. Drew and his team of volunteers work tirelessly to advocate for amateur radio satellite interests, build and manage satellites and drive technology outreach. Drew and team is making a big push to recruit young hams and potential hams to our hobby and aerospace technology.
Mike VA3MW and I will be at Ham Radio Friedrichshafen this year. I will be demonstrating our new iShareRadio service in the Flex Radio booth. Stop by and say hello !
George KJ6VU
In this episode we take a deep dive into Hamvention 2026. What we did, who we met, what great products we found and more. At the end we also share our thoughts in preparation for Field Day 2026.
In this episode we catch up with Randy, K7AGE, and talk about great gadgets for the ham shack. Randy is a popular YouTuber and very active ham radio operator. Randy has found some great goodies we would all like in our shack. Grab your wallet and hover your finger over the buy button in this episode.
In this episode we meet Lynn Hansen, KU7Q, owner of Lynovation, makers of innovative ham radio control accessories. Lynn's clever design of remote VFO and control panels for many different models of ham radio gear from all the big radio suppliers is wildly popular. A lifelong builder and home brewer, now retired from a career working in operations management for the electrical grid, Lynn can now focus on creating wonderful ham radio products that make operating fun !
In this episode we meet Conrad Trautmann, N2YCH, Technical Editor at the ARRL. Conrad had a distinguished career as a broadcast engineering executive and now works for the ARRL and is responsible for techincal content in QST and other publications. Conrad's extensive experience in electronics, radio, antenna systems, station construction and management gives him a great perspective on everything from determining what would make for a good technical read to the technical details. We learn about his role at the ARRL and some of them most interesting topics he has worked on.
We had such a great time with Conrad, we will have him on in future episodes.
In this episode we meet Andy, N0APX, one of the key people behind the amazing logging software called World Radio League. Andy tells us all about WRL and the future of contact logging and building ham radio community.
In this episode we talk about portable HF antennas for POTA / SOTA / travel and general operating in the great outdoors ! The HRWB team is very active in portable operating. We all have our favorite antennas and provide advice for the ham radio operator new to portable operating.
In this episode we meet Aaron, AE0LZ, owner of Modern Morse, a manufacturer of portable morse code keys. Aaron is professional mechanical design, precision CNC programming and machining, and a very creative guy. Modern Morse keys are popular for POTA, SOTA, travel and anytime you want a portable high quality CW key. Aaron shares his journey through the design and manufacturing process for making his keys.
In this episode we meet Don WB9CYY and Bob WO6W. Both avid CW operators with a love of the old style mechanical "bug" radio telegraph keys. Feeling that the existing CW paddles and keyers sent code that was too highly accurate and lacked any sort of personality, they came up with a very novel way make a modern paddle sound like a bug.
As an introduction we talk about the differnet paddle and key types and then take a deep dive into the development of the bug emulator.
In this episode we meet Paul Wesling, KM6LH, a Silicon Valley veteran and a chronicler of it's history and the ham radio operators who shaped it. Paul tells us about some of the key figures from William Eitel and Jack McCullough (EiMac) to Charles Litton (Litton Industries), Steve Wozniak (Apple). The valley has been a fertile ground for invention and engineering for over 100 years. Paul walks us through some of the most significant people and inventions that impact our world today.
In this episode, Grayson Evans, KJ7UM, joins us again to talk about designing and building ham radio gear with tubes, or as he refers to them: thermatrons. Grayson is the author of Hollow-State Design, a book all about tube-type radio equipment. Grayson also provides basic tube radio kits.
Grayson is a great mentor and shares his love for all things thermatron !
In this episode we meet Sebastian Delmont, KI2D, the author of the wildly popular portable logging software Ham2K PoLo (Portable Logger). Sebastian has a passion for portable operating and has built a very modern, feature rich logging application that runs on cell phones and tablets. The application started out focusing on the portable op doing SOTA and POTA. He has added many features including templates for many contests, operator lookup, location sensitive data look up and more. Sebastian plans to expand the scope of software offerings to include desktop versions as well in the future. We had a great time talking with Sebastian as you can tell from the length of the episode. By the end we felt we just scratch the surface.
In this episode, our very own Paul Braun, WD9GCO, our show announcer, becomes the special guest. Paul tells us all about his big POTA rove and how he operated HF remotely from a cruise ship.
This show also features a large crowd of regulars with an extended workbench segment.
In this episode we meet Hans Summers, founder of QRP Labs, the makers of the wildly popular QCX, QDX and other great portable HF QRP radios. Hans tells about his journey through the design process and all details on his latest creation the QMX multi-band transceiver.
In this episode we meet David Gleason, NR9V, who makes radio interface devices to connect to AllStar and other Radio Over IP applications. We introduce you to AllStar, talk about some of the technical details of the system, and explore the pros and cons of digital voice CODECs. David's company AllScan offers a veriety of radio interfaces, computers and accessories.
In this episode we talk about our workbench projects AND take a deep dive into gift recommendations for your favorite ham. Topics include gifts for the workbench, the shack, portable operations and stocking stuffers.
Warm up your wallet !
In this episode we meet Paul, KI7ADC, and Raoul, W7RPS, both avid users of the Icom IC-905 VHF/UHF/SHF radio. We talk about what attracted them to operate on the microwave bands and what it took to get their portable stations all set up. Paul and Raoul live in the Portland metro area and have had experience on the ground and mountain topping with the IC-905. They have explored using SSB, FM, D-STAR and ATV modes on 1.2 GHz, 2.4 and 5.6 GHz.
If you have ever been interested in moving up the frequency spectrum to the microwave bands, the IC-905 is a very easy way to get up and on the air.
In this episode we meet Richard Dillman, W6AWO, one of the key people responsible for putting historical shore station KPH back on the air. In this fascinating interview, Richard tells us about the history of KPH, when it was decomissioned and his efforts to put the station back on the air. This project is managed by the Maritime Radio Historical Society. Today KPH is on the air using commercial HF marine frequencies and on the ham bands as K6KPH.
Many thanks to our good friend Kevin Mattison, KM6WUM, for pulling this show together. You can hear more about Kevin and his portable satellite tracker project in HRWB episode 120.
In this episode we meet Tony, K1KP, the developer of polar modulation that is being used in the new Flex Radio Aurora radio. Polar modulation is a technology breakthrough that allows Flex Radio to make an integrated 500 watt HF/6m transciever, power supply and antenna tuner in a small light weight package. With better than 80% efficiency, the Aurora produces less heat, consumes less power and is smaller than conventional radios.
Tony, K1KP, has been developing this technology for over 10 years. In this episode we will hear about Tony's journey as he pioneered polar modulation in amateur radio.
In this episode we meet Keith Elliott, W6KME, from the Conejo Valley Amateur Radio Club. Keith has been ordanizing the club's Field Day event for the past 5 years and has learned a lot about how to set up a very large, multi-transmitter station. Keith shares both the technical tips and tricks as well as management ideas to make everything run smoothly. Running a class 24A station, the Conejo Valley ARC has one of the largest Field Day stations on the air.
Keith is very active with Ventura County's ARES and ACS (Auxilliary Communication Service), as an Assistant Emergency Coordinator and frequent participant in public events. He has been recently elected as the new Section Manager of the ARRL's Santa Barbara section, including Ventura, Santa Barbara aand San Luis Obispo Counties.
In this episode, we meet Simon Wilton, G7HCD / VA3SII, a prolific designer, tinkerer and ham radio operator. Simon describes some of his projects including 3D brackets for radio control heads and his design tools of choice.
Simon is also the originator of the phrase "Good after-evening-noon" often heard on our show.
In this episode our good friend Pat Hensley, W5WTH, joins us to talk about his latest super creative electronics projects and his design process. Pat comes up with some of the coolest ham radio projects as he explores the world of electronics and microcontrollers.
From his software that makes a modern Flex Radio sound like an old unstable tube radio from the 50's to his beer can CW key, Pat comes up with projects that are really fun. He publishes all of his projects as open source on his blog web site whiskeytangohotel.com
In this episode we talk with Eric Guth, 4Z1UG, the host of the popular QSO Today Podcast. Eric has produced over 500 interviews with interesting and influential amateur radio operators creating an amazing repository of ham radio history. Eric's body of work informs, entertains and inspires us while we all create our own ham radio journey. Eric's work is a valuable gift to the amateur radio community.
Eric shares his own personal ham radio journey and plans for the future. We were all very happy to hang out with Eric and talk radio.
In this episode, our very own Vince, VE6LK, walks us through the process of figuring out how to build your go kit. Whether your are building a kit for mission critical emergency communications or casual field operating, Vince has practical advice about how to approach the process highlighting how defining your goals up front can help guide you to a successful build.
In this episode we meet Steve and Tina Stroh. Steve is the editor of the Zero Retries newsletter where he writes about all things digital communications related to ham radio. Steve has a wide range of interestes include emerging technologies like the IP400 networking project, M17 the digital voice project and regulatory efforts to bring ham radio into modern times.
Tina Stroh, a medical professional, is very interested in public service communications and in organizing and running digital communications events. Together they are organizing the Zero Retries Digital Conference which will be held for the first time in Washington state this fall.
Tina and Steve give a lot to the amateur radio community and encourage hams to push the limits of amateur radio technology. Check out the Zero Retries newsletter at zeroretries.org
In this episode the whole team gets together and talks about our Field Day 2025 experience. Everyone's Field Day was a bit different. From casual mobile operating to big club events, we all had a great time and learned things along the way. We share tips and tricks to make your Field Day a great success.
In this episode we meet Carlos from Parts Candy. Carlos is an experienced electronics technician and he shares his life-long love of electronics and his technical skills reparing electronic equipment. Seeing a need in the market for high quality test leads, Carlos started his own company, Parts Candy, where he makes high quality test leads at a reasonable price. Join us in our conversation with Carlos as we learn about his electronics journey and his company.
Warning: Grab your wallet ! You are going to want to buy some of Carlos' products.
In this episode we meet Roger Coude, VE2DBE, the author of Radio Mobile. This amazing software package allows the user to create a cross sectional plot of a radio path between two points on Earth. The software includes a terrain database so the path includes obstructions and the curvature of the Earth. This software can be used to determine link paths, repeater coverage, simplex point to point link budgets and more.
Roger has developed this software many years and makes it freely available to ham radio operators. A truly generous gift to the ham radio community.
In this episode we are joined by Paul WD9GCO and Josh K7OSH, part of the HRWB family, and we talk about Hamvention 2025. We met soooo many great people who stopped by the booth to say hello.
In this episode we recap what each of us learned at Hamvention and describe the overall experience. We wrap up the episode with a brief roundtable discussion about our Field Day plans for this year.
In this episode we have Eric, co-founder of Elecraft, on the show to talk about the K4 radio architecture and how it's designed to be operated remotely. Eric talks about the design considerations, process and the various ways to control the radio for a seamless experience.
In this special episode, we meet Steve Hicks, CTO of Flex Radio. Steve announces a new radio in the Flex Radio product line. This new radio is a combination of the features of the current 8000 series of radios plus a built in 500 watt power amplifier, antenna tuner and AC power supply all integrated into a package the size of the current 8000 series radios.
This remarkable new radio uses a new transmitter architecture that doubles power efficency resulting in an integrated package that is smaller, consumes less power, generates less heat, and is quieter than current equipmemnt on the market.
In this episode, our resident expert on writing ham radio gear reviews, Thomas, K4SWL, walks us through the process of writing a good ham radio review. How can you tell a good review from a bad one and tips for how you can write good content.
Vince gives us some great tips when it comes to buying used gear. How do you find it, evaluate it and figure out a fair price.
In this episode we meet Len Koppl, KD0RC, the designer of the Teensy Maestro remote control head for a Flex radio. Len is a professional software developer and project manager and brings many decades of technical experience and ham radio hands-on to his projects.
In tis episode we learn about multiple projects including the Teensy Maestro, an open source hardware remote control head designed to control a Flex radio. Based on the Arduino Teensy microcontroller, we learn about Len's journey of development and some of the interesting technical challenges he faced in this project.
In this episode we have an extended conversation with Kirk, NT0Z and Paul WD9GCO.
Kirk is the Amateur Radio columnist for The Spectrum Monitor; former columnist for Monitoring Times and Popular Communications; Author of Stealth Amateur Radio (www.stealthamateur.com) and former QST Assistant Managing Editor.
Paul is a news anchor for Amateur Radio Newsline and the professional announcer for the Ham Radio Workbench podcast.
Kirk and Paul have some great stories and general ham radio wisdom to share with our listeners. It's so much fun to spend time with them that this turned into the longest episode we have recorded, and that's saying something !
In this episode we meet Richard Desaulniers, VE2DX.
Richard has been licensed since 1990 and has a background in emergency communications serving at disaster events in Quebec. He enjoys hunting DX, Island Activations and DXPeditions.
Richard is also an experimenter and founded VE2DX Electronics in 2020. With the founding of the company, he wanted to create inexpensive and simple electronic products to help the Ham Radio Community.
Among his creations are products like TrueTTL, TrueCIV, and TrueCAT thes were implemented and applied to all VE2DX Electronics Design creation to help eliminate problems with RFI, EMI, Signal Loss and other signal issues, thanks to Heavy Shielding, RFI filtration of Power, Signals and Grounds, Signal processing, and signal automatic leveling.
Join us in a great conversation with Richard VE2DX, Vince VE6LK and Thomas K4SWL.
In this episode we talk all about our second on the air operating event, Ham Radio Workbenches On The Air. We had so much fun the last time, we decided to do it again. We talk about whats on our workbenches and go over all the details about operating HRWBOTA.
The operating event will be Sunday March 16. For all the details go to https://hrwbota.com
We meet Alan, N7AKG, the developer of the Ham Radio Instant Scoring Service, HISS, that allows operators to create their own contests and show scores in real time. We also meet Andrew, KC2G, the developer of several interesting projects including the HRWBOTA tracker web site.
In this episode we meet Patrick, KJ7SZU, the owner of the company that makes the digital clock and information device, Geochron. The mechanical Geochron clock has been around for over 40 years. When Patrick saw his first mechanical Geochron clock he was hooked ! He was so impressed with the idea that he bought the company and completely remade the Geochron as an internet connected information display device on a large screen 4K video display.
Join us for this fascinating story all about Patrick's journey to the present time with the Geochron.
In this episode we meet Rosy Schechter, KJ7RYV, ARDC Executive Director, John Burwell, KI5QKX, 44Net Program Manager and Rebecca Key, KO4KVG, ARDC Communications Manager.
ARDC, Amateur Radio Digital Communications. The ARDC manages the IP address space that starts with 44 and they are the funding source for millions of dollars in grants every year to benefit amateur radio.
Learn about what the 44 Net is, how it can be used by radio amateurs and how the ARDC manages their grant funding process.
In this episode we talk about how to prepare for Winter Field Day and field operating in cold weather in general. Winter Field Day is a great operating event for individuals and clubs. Its a great excuse to get out and operate when it, brrrrrr, cold outside !
In this episode we meet Vance, KV4P, the designer of a radio module that connects to your Android phone and turns it into a 2m FM HT. Vance is a professional UX (User eXperience) designer and brought his years of design knowledge to the project. The result is a modern take on how a hand held 2m radio should work in addition to the convenience of intergration into your mobile phone that you carry with you every day.
In this episode the tables are turned and George, KJ6VU, becomes the special guest. The topic is how he designed his station control system. The station controller is used to monitor and control key components in your remotely controlled ham radio station. The station controller can also be used to monitor and control a repeater system or any other critical equipment.
We will discuss what you need for effective remote station control, how George went about designing his control system and how it works. Topics include the system architecture, circuit and physical design and selection of key components like the microcontrollers that run the system and the node red software environment that provides the user interface.
The station controller will eventually be offered as a commercial product for sale through his company Sierra Radio Systems.
In this episode we meet Jonathan Kayne, KM4CFT, the designer of a very popular new QRP radio called the CFT-1. Jonathan shares his journey from concept to production of his new radio design. The truly remarkable thing about his accomplishment is that he has achieved this in less than a year. Join us for a fun conversation and a bit of inspiration.
In this episode we give you the buyer's guide to holiday cheer. The team put their heads together to come up with many suggestions for the workbench, ham shack and portable ops plus a few stocking stuffers. If you are buying for a loved one, best ham radio buddy or yourself, you are sure to find many great suggestions in this show.
In this episode we catch up with our good friend Bill Meara, N2CQR, the host of the SolderSmoke podcast. SolderSmoke is a haven for those of us interested in home brewing our own radio equipoment. Bill shares his experiences both at the workbench and also operating around the world.
SolderSmoke was one of the inspirations behind the HRWB Podcast and we appreciate all that Bill and his team have done to bring great content to the ham radio community for the last 20 years.
In this episode we catch up with our good friend and show regular Thomas Witherspoon, K4SWL, to find out how things are going in the disaster recovery from hurricane Helene. We are also joined by our good frend Josh Higgins, K7OSH, from the Hoodview ARC and discuss what we should do, as amateur radio operators, to prepare for disasters.
In this episode, our dear friend Thomas, K4SWL, tells us about the devestation in North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Thomas shares his family's esperience and his advice for emergency preparation.
We had so many interesting topics to talk about regarding emergency prep, workbench style, that we are going to do a follow up episode with our top tips for emergency prep sometime in the coming months.
In this episode we meet Adam Kimmerly, K6ARK, and avid outdoorsman, hiker, and ham radio operator. Adam has achieved Mountain Goat status by earning over 1,000 points in the Summits On The Air program. In addition to his outdoor adventures, Adam, a professional mechanical engineer, has designed some very innovative antennas, CW paddles and other cool ham radio accessories. Adam also has a very good YouTube channel. You can find him by going to "K6ARK Portable Radio" on YouTube. You can find Adam's products on his web site at k6ark.com
In this episode we meet Pat Hensley, W5WTH, a prolific designer and project builder. Pat has made several intersting radio and non-radio related electronic projects and he features them on his blog site WhiskeyTangoHotel.Com
Some of Pat's projects are very useful and some are just plain fun. Many projects are a blend of hardware (Arduinos, Raspberry Pis, etc) and software (c, Python, etc). Pat publishes all of his source code for us all to learn from. If you want to be inspired to build your first project you have come to the right place.
In this episode we bring back Rick England, KC6UFT, the designer of the 18650 battery tester. In a previous episode, Rick told us all about the need to test 18650, and other batteries, under load to determine their health. Rick has refined his tester design and shares his experiences and learnings with us on this episode. You will learn all about the proper way to test these popular lithium batteries and plans for making the testers available.
In this episode we meet Morten LB0FI, Kjetil LB4FH, Tobias DL3MHT, and Bård (Bob) LB5JJ from the European Ham Radio Show on YouTube. Walt, K4OGO, was not able to make the show this time.
The European Ham Radio show is hosted by Morten and the team talks about many aspects of ham radio on their weekly YouTube show. Topics include radios, antennas, homebrew and a big dose of portable operating. We were invited to join them on their show a few months ago and had such a great time, we wanted to introduce them to our HRWB audience.
We hope you enjoy the discussion of ham radio from a European perspective.
In this episode we talk with Alan Wolke, W2AEW, an expert in electronic test equipment. Alan has a fantastic YouTube channel where he educates us about test equipment, circuit design and electronics theory. Alan talks about the projects on his bench and discusses the use of various types of electronic test equipment and has advice for setting up your own electronics workbench.
In this episode we meet Scott, N1VG, the owner of Argent Data Systems. Scott is a long time maker and innovator that has brought several ham radio and commercial communications products to market including TNC's (Terminal Node Controllers), APRS trackers, weather stations and even a LED illuminated hula hoop !
We talk about Scott's inspiration, design and manufacturing process and learn what it's like to start up a ham radio businses from scratch.
In this episode we meet famous YouTuber, Randy, K7AGE, and Hoodview ARC VP Josh, K7OSH, to talk about our Field Day experiences and what makes a good club Field Day event. Josh is the Field Day Chairman of the Hoodview ARC and organized a great FD event. Randy came up to join us for the FD weekend, did some operating and shot some great videos of the event.
The rest of the HRWB crew described their Field Day experiences from mobile to portable. We discuss what worked and what could be improved.
Hoodview ARC
Randy K7AGE YouTube channel
In this episode we bring back our good friend Dan Quigley, N7HQ, to talk about restoring older radio equipment. Should you return an old radio to it's original state or repurpose the chassis for a more modern project with the look and feel of a classic radio of the past? We explore various approaches to restoring radio equipment including tools, test equipment and process.
Dan is the director of strategic programs at Flex Radio and brings decades of professional engineering and ham radio experience to the discussion.
In this episode we meet Colin Vallance, KC8DHY, a professional network engineer who also manages the WiFi network at DefCon and other events. We talk with Colin about how to set up your network in the ham stack. We also have a round table discussion about our plans for Field Day 2024.
In this episode we meet Hamilton Carter, KD0FNR and his daughter, Hamie Carter, KO6BTY. This amazing father / daughter team have build and deployed multiple creative radio projects. One in particular, Project TouCans, puts a QRP transciever right at the dipole antenna feed point eliminating coax cables and communicates with the operator's station over Bluetooth.
Follow along on thier radio adventures on their blog page at https://copaseticflow.blogspot.com
Kirk Kleinschmidt, NT0Z, has a deep background in radio and communications having spent over 30 years writing about radio. Kirk is a former Assistant Managing Editor for QST by the ARRL, aughor of the book Stealth Amateur Radio and has been a regular columnist for Monitoring Times and Popular Communications. You can follow Kirk today in his regular columns appearing in the Spectrum Monitor electronic magazine. Kirk offers up his perspective on amateur radio in this episode.
This is a special edition featuring Mike Walker, VA3MW from Flex Radio, telling us all about the newly announced Flex 8400 / 8600 radios. Mike is at Hamvention 2024 and took a few minutes out of his busy schedule to tell us all about the new radios.
In this episode we have our good friend, Dr. Doug Millar, K6JEY, join us to talk about multi meters, what they do and buying recommendations. Every ham radio operator or DIY electronics fan needs a good multi meter. But should you spend $20 or $200 on a meter and what's the difference? Doug explains it all.
In this episode we meet Daniel Winn, WV1T, a very active portable ham radio opertor. Daniel was searching for a way to filter out strong local signals when operating in the field and he started building stub tuned filters with coaxial cable. This simple and cost effective approach is a great way to build notch filters that can significantly reduce unwanted interference from transmitters operating at the same location but in other HF bands. This is a great technique for Field Day and similar activities. Daniel holds an extra class amateur radio license and is a professional electrician.
In this episode we meet our good friend, Dr. Charles Powell, NK8O. Charles is medical doctor specializing in neonatal infant care. In addition to his professional accomplishments as a doctor, musician, and head of a medical non-profit organization, Charles is an avid portable radio operator and has logged many thousands of contacts from all over the US while participating in POTA and World Wide Flora and Fauna events and from exotic locations while living in Africa.
Charles is an inspiration to us on many levels and a great friend.
In this episode we meet Mark Herbert, G1LRO, designer of the Universal Radio Controller. We talk all about ham radio project building and Mark's journey of discovery as he envisioned the URC. Taking an idea, overcoming challenges and turning it into something that people can use and be inspired by.
In this episode we have two great interviews. We kick things off with Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD, who clues us in on the latest hapennings in the world of contesting. Technical innovations, operating tips and ways to encourage new hams to take up contesting. Scott is a great ambassador and spokesperson for amateur radio. We also interview Don Johanneck, a technican at Digikey, who redesigned the original Digikeyer project kit designed by the founder of Digikey, Ron Stordahl 50 years ago. Digikey is one of the largest electronics parts distributors and is named after Ron's keyer project.
In this episode we meet Ben, VE6SFX, who was licensed just a year ago and has already pushed the bounderies of antenna design and construction with an energetic and creative approach. As a professional special effects and prop maker for the movie and TV industry, Ben has come up with novel construction methods including a cloth J-pole, mobile slot and other interesting antenna ideas.
In this episode we meet Ara Kourchians, N6ARA, a real life professional aerospace robotics expert and avid portable ham radio operator. Ara has engiuneered some really cool products that he makes available through his web site N6ARA Electronics at www.n6ara.com
In this episode we talk with Eric Guth, 4Z1UG, the host of the QSO Today podcast and good freind of the show. We get an update on Eric's ham radio activites and celebrate passing the 200th episode milestone of the HRWB podcast. We also get an update on HRWBOTA, Ham Radio Workbenches On The Air.
In this episode we are joined by many close friends of the show to celebrate our 200th anniversary. We kick things off with Jeremy KF7IJZ co-founder of the show along with George KJ6VU. We are also joined by Dan N7HQ, Paul WD9GCO, Troy K4JDA, Vince VE6LK, Mark N6MTS, and Thomas K4SWL. We take a look back over the first 200 episodes and look to the future of the podcast.
In this episode we talk with Brian, AB6D, about his software development project SOTAMAT (pronounced sota-mate). SOTAMAT has many features that allow you to spot yourself over the air, send messages, and even remotely control hardware. This is a very interesting discussion with Brian who is a professional engineer and high tech executive who started out trying to solve a problem to spot his activations without access to the internet. For more information check out the SOTAMAT web site https://sotamat.com
On this episode, George KJ6VU, Thomas K4SWL, and Vince VE6LK are invited to join Morten LB0FI and crew on the European Ham Radio Show on YouTube. We had a great time getting to know eachother and talking about all things ham radio.
Check out their channel: https://www.youtube.com/@hamshoweu
In this episode we talk with Gaston, KT7RUN, about his software development project called EmComm tools. Gaston hosts a very popular YouTube channel called The Tech Prepper. Check it out. https://www.youtube.com/@TheTechPrepper
In this show we talk about what is on Dan's workbench and the increased demand for HF spectrum. Dan is a wealth of knowledge on ham radio and electrical engineering in general. We cover a wide range of topics in this show.
In this episode we talk about great gifts for your spouse, friends, yourself or even the HRWB staff ! (Just sayin')
We talk about our top picks for radios, tools, test equipment, and even non-radio gear for the shack and the field.
Yes you heard that right. The very first HRWB live on the air operating event will be Sunday December 3rd from 10 AM to 2 PM PST. We will have multiple stations operating on multiple bands and modes. Come join the fun !
For more details go to https://hrwbota.com/
In this episode we meet Caryn KD2GUT, Paul WD9GCO and Skeeter N5ASH of the Amateur Radio Newsline. The AR Newsline has been the premier amateur radio news source for decades. Founded by Bill Pasternack, the AR Newline carrys on Bill 's legacy with a team of news and media professionals who bring their talents and time to serve the amateur radio community. Best of all, the AR Newsline team are a real pleasure to hang around with and talk ham radio.
Amateur Radio Newsline™ is a 501(C) (3) tax-exempt corporation operating as a public service. It primarily survives on contributions made by listeners (and readers of the text version) such as you. Any shortfall has traditionally been paid out of pocket by their team members.
Please consider making a donation to keep AR Newsline in operation !
In this episode we met Rex Harper, W1REX, a prolific designer and builder of ham radio projects. Rex is famous as the owner of QRPme.com where he sells a huge nubmer of ham radio kits. Rex is famous for the Tuna Tin 2, a version of Rockmite transciever and MePADs, a system for construction projects with small pieces of PCB mateiral. We talk about what's on Rex's bench and the origin of some of his cool kits.
In this episode we interview Derek, KD9MEQ, president of the Purdue University Amateur Radio Club. Derek and his fellow club members have created a very successful amateur radio club that has grown significantly in the last few years. The combination of welcoming leadership and a LOT of hands-on projects have made this an outstanding college radio club. The club has built antennas, radio, rotors and many other projects. Join us in this episode as we explore what makes for a successful club, how to attrack young people to our great hobby and we learn about a lot of cool projects along the way.
In this episode we talk with Rex, KE6MT, the SOTA (Summits On The Air) program manager for California. Rex gives us an update on the SOTA program and why you should be interested in this great aspect of ham radio. In the last segment we talk about the Wilderness Protocol and how, while it's a good start, its just not very practical. We define a new proposal called the Adventure Radio Protocol which uses CTCSS tones to signal various type of activity on the air on a common frequency of 146.580 MHz. Of course, as a HRWB episode, we also turn this into a hardware project that is a PCB that can handle the tone decoding and alerting. The Adventure Radio board can be used at a base station, remote receiver or on a repeater system to alert listeners for traffic or emergencies.
Check out adventureradio.info for more details.
We are coming to you live, well recorded live actually, from the QSO Today Academy. On this episode we are joined by our favorite mega-fan Troy K4JDA and the regular crowd including Vince VE6LK, Thomas K4SWL, Mike VA3MW, Mark N6MTS and host George KJ6VU. We talka bout all sorts of ham radio workbench related projects and topics.
In this episode we learn all about the Mastodon social media network. Mastodon is becoming very popular in the ham radio commnunity. Christopher M0YNG is an expert in Mastodon and hosts the popular mastodon.radio space for ham radio and SWLing.
In this episode we talk with Don K9AQ who has build many HF RF amplifiers. We take a dive in to the details about modern solid state amplifiers using LDMOS semiconductor technology.
In this episode, Gary, W9XT, tells us all about Beverage antennas. Invented in the 1920's by Harald Beverage at AT&T, the Beverage antenna is widely used by serious DXers on the low HF bands including 160, 80 and 40 meters. The Beverage antenna reduces the received signal strength and greatly reduces noise to make it easier to pick out weak signals.
In this episode we meet Garrett Dow, Kd6KPC, the owner of the popular web site Repeater Book. We talk abour how Repeater Book came to be and also Garrett's radio trailer build projet.
In this episode, Thomas K4SWL, Mark N6MTS, Rod VA3ON, Mike VA3MW and Vince VE6LK join George KJ6VU to talk about the projects on their workbenches and take a deep dive into Field Day 2023. The crew discuss what they did for Field Day, what worked and what they would do differently in 2024.
In this episode we prepare for field operating ! Spring is in the air and it's time to get your radio gear organized. We offer up tips and tricks to do just that in time for Field Day. We also talk about several projects on our workbenches.
In this episode we talk with Jon and Andy from SDR Play. Jon gives us the background on the company and hardware and Andy talks about the development of the software that drives the SDR Play radios. SDR Play makes some of the best, user friendly and cost effective, SDR receivers on the market.
In this episode we meet Skip, VE6BGT, a prolific builder and EME microwave operator. Skip tells us about his microwave radio, amplifier and antenna projects. He also recently put his old mechanical RTTY station back on the air featuring a model 28 teletype. Skip has a great YouTube channel. Check it out at https://www.youtube.com/@VE6BGT
In this episode George KJ6VU and the team are joined by Troy, K4JDA, to talk about our projects and ask questions of the HRWB team including Vince VE6LK, Mark N6MTS, Mike VA3MW, Rod VA3ON and Thomas K4SWL.
In this episode, Ben, AI6YR, tells us all about SatNOGS, a community project to build a large network of satellite receive only ground stations. These staions can be remotely accessed to receive anateur and non-amateur satellites.
In this episode Jeff, W9KW, tells us all about battery technology and how to select a battery and properly take care of it. At the end we take a dive into battery conditioners and talk about how useful they are especially if you are an avid field operator.
Come join us at the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo on March 25th and 26th. We kick things off on Friday March 24th at 6 PM Pacific Time with the Ham Radio Workbench live stream ! See you there.
https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
In this episode Marcel, AI6MS, explains everything you ever wanted to know about the popular 18650 rechargable batteries. Rick, KC6UFT, talks about his desire to build 18650 battery packs that led him to design and program his own Arduino powered 18650 battery tester.
In thi episode, our very own Vince, VE6LK, tells us about his recent POTA (Parks on the Air) adventures where he operated from several parks in snowy Alberta Canada as part of the RAC Portable Operating Challenge. Vince shares his advice on portable gear, operating tips and challenges of operating in cold weather. By the end of the adventure Vince racked up 3,114 km of driving, 1,300 activator QSO's in SSB, CW and Digital, 32 unique POTA locations, 9 grid squares and one oil change over 14 days.
In this episode we learn all about transverters with Dan Quigley N7HQ. Transverters let you operate on higher frequency bands like 2m, 220, UHF, 902 and up with a common HF radio. With Dan's experience at Flex Radio we take a close look at how these feature rich software defined radios can be used with transverters.
In this episode we continue our deep dive into repeater building focusing on wide area repeater linking and an overview of digital repeater system management. Special "guest" George KJ6VU has many years of experience building repeater systems and is also the designer of the Sierra Radio Systems repeter control systems used by large linking systems.
In this episode, "special guest" George, KJ6VU, talks all about how to build a repeater system. We explain about the radios, antennas, feedline, duplexers, controllers and more.
In this episode we hear 5 great talks from BayCon 2022. The topics include go kit prep, radio coverage modeling, building a remote control keyboard for a radio, replacing the RS232 port with Ethernet and finally an introduction to the Bench Duino development board.
In this episode special guest Thomas Witherspoon, K4SWL, joins us to talk about his compact "Murphy Bench" project. A workbench for small spaces. We have several suggestions for design and equipment to outfit the bench. On this show I am joined by regulars Mark N6MTS and Mike VA3MW.
In this episode special guest Thomas Witherspoon, K4SWL, YouTuber and blogger on all things portable operating shares his top picks for gift giving with the whole HRWB crew Rod VA3ON, Mark N6MTS, Mike VA3MW, Vince VE6LK and host George KJ6VU.
In this episode Rod VA3ON and Mike VA3MW host Michael Black who talks about how to set up your station's audio for success using digital modes.
Rod VA3ON and Mike VA3MW host this show with special guest Michael Black to take a deep dive into the the world of ham radio digital modes. With a focus on audio settings and adjustments, Michael gives us a great primer on setting up your station for maximum performance in the digital modes.
In this episode Mark, N6MTS, describes his proposal for a universal standard interface for headsets which would allow you to plug your favorite headset into any radio. This would be great for multi station / multi operator events like Field Day, emergency operations centers and contesting in general.
In this episode Mark, N6MTS, describes his proposal for a universal standard interface for headsets which would allow you to plug your favorite headset into any radio. This would be great for multi station / multi operator events like Field Day, emergency operations centers and contesting in general.
In this episode we talk with Carlos Felix, KD9OLN, an avid skydiver and ham radio operator that blends his two hobbies into one ! Carlos works stations on HF and VHF while skydiving from 14,000 feet. We talk with Carlos about his journey to skydiving and ham radio, the gear he uses and how it works.
In this episode we talk with Kyle, AA0Z, who has extensive experience building and operating remote stations. Kyle tells us about his latest project to remotely automate a big contest station. We talk about using Node Red for station control programming and ask Kyle how he approached remote monitoring and control of the station. We also do a quick design review of George, KJ6VU's, new station controller design and see how close it comes to meeting Kyle's remote station control requirements.
Live from the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo, we chat with our special guests Thomas K4SWL, Kirk NT0Z, John W7DBO and Troy K4JDA. We talk about our workbench projects, take listener questions and talk a lot about antennas.
In this episode we feature three great talks from BayCon 2022. John VE6EY introduces us to diversity reception, Mark N6MTS describes his new radio for working FM satellites and Kyle AA0Z exlains how to create station automation dashboards with Node Red.
In this episode we talk about what it takes to start your own ham radio business. Whether you are a club who wants to sell a kit, a person who wants to start a side business or an entrepreneur who wants to start a company and make it your full time job, this episode touches on several aspects of the process. We use real-world examples of Vince who makes keyer kits, George who has run Sierra Radio Systems and Packtenna and Mark who is starting up Halibut Electronics as a full time gig.
In this episode we talk with Dan Quigley N7HQ from Flex Radio about the projects on his workbench. Dan revided a Heathkit SB104 by installing an SDR radio inside, designed custom rack panels for radio testing and talks about remote control of test equipment.
In this episode Vince VE6LK, Mike VA3MW, and Mark N6MTS and I discuss our favorite RF accessories and talk about the projects on our bench.
In this extended episode we invite Thomas K4SWL from YouTube, QRPer.com and SWLing Post blog sites and John W7DBO from the Field Radio YouTube channel to join us to to discuss our Field Day 2022 experiences.
In this episode we go toe to toe with the AR Newsline crew in an epic trivia quiz throwdown !
In this episode we discuss the differences between common RF filters including duplexers, diplexers, circulators, isolators and combiners.
In this episode we talk with John Jacobs, W7DBO from the Field Radio YouTube channel about preparation for Field Day.
In this episode, we do a round of "what's on your workbench?" Then we get into a set of questions from our guest Troy K4JDA who asks about our approach to ham radio projects and what motivates us. We figured out that between the 5 of us we had about 150 cumulative years of ham radio experience so we had plenty to say.
In this episode, Dann, VE6TD, tells us all about his LiFePo4 battery build project used for portable ham radio operations. Topics include battery chemistry, battery chargers, battery monitors and more.
In this episode we talk with Jack Mandelman about his magnetic loop and ohter antenna build projects.
In this episode the HRWB crew takes on the mighty ICQ Podcast team in a ham radio trivia quiz hosted by Kyle AA0Z.
Coming to you from the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo, we are joined by Jeremy KF7IJZ, Troy K4JDA and the usual cast including Rod VA3ON, Mike VA3MW, Vince VE6LK and Mark N6MTS. We all discuss what's on our workbenches and talk about a variety of topics from QRP to microwave, kit building to remote station control. We had a great time and hope you join us.
In this episode we talk with Thomas Witherspoon, K4SWL, an avid portable HF operator and curator of qrper.com blog site and the his popular YouTube channel. We talk about the pros and cons of several popular portable HF radios.
In this episode we talk with Rob Sherwood of Sherwood Engineering and author of the famous receiver performance measurement web site. http://www.sherweng.com/table.html
In this episode our guests, Doug K6JEY, Dennis W6DQ and Marcel AI6MS, talk about their ham radio projects. We talk about everything from restoring vintage Collins broadcast transmitters to microwave antennas.
In this episode we talk with Dr. Doug Millar, K6JEY, about the differences between various RF coaxial cables and connectors.
In this episode we make some big announcements and introduce you to the whole team including Rod VA3ON, Mike VA3MW, Mark N6MTS and Vince VE6LK. We talk about our areas of interest and projects in 2022.
In this show, Kyle AA0Z, talks about his field contest network hub project. The hub combines WiFi networking, cellular connectivity and N1MM logging into a single system. Kyle also tells us about his Node Red software project to take data from N1MM and display contest stats in real time.
SHOW NOTES
AA0Z's YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleAA0Z
AA0Z's Twitter
https://twitter.com/kyleaa0z
Enclosure Pictures In Action & Presentation Slides
https://photos.app.goo.gl/sZ82hj6vuexquGAk7
Node Red for Ham Radio Groups.io
https://groups.io/g/nodered-hamradio
Enclosure L-COM 14x12x7 120V weatherproof enclosure
https://www.l-com.com/nema-enclosures-14x12x7-120-vac-nema-rated-weatherproof-enclosures
SO Cable 10/3 by the foot
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Southwire-By-the-Foot-10-3-600-Volt-CU-Black-Flexible-Portable-Power-SOOW-Cord-55809799/204632922
3 Prong Plug
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Leviton-15-Amp-125-Volt-3-Wire-Plug-Orange-R51-515PV-0OR/205165505
12V to 5V USB Converter
https://amzn.to/3EWkBO9
Din Rail AC to 12V DC 60W PS
https://amzn.to/3EVmKJK
TrendNet Din Rail DC 5 Port Ethernet Switch
https://amzn.to/3oWOZSE
Din Rail 6" (3 pcs)
https://amzn.to/3dQ4buu
Mikrotik Groove 52 Bullet, 6/8dBi gain antenna with PoE injector
https://www.balticnetworks.com/mikrotik-groove-52-802-11ac-gigabit-dual-band-outdoor-ap-cpe-with-6-8-dbi-omnidirectional-antenna-us
WiFi Experts Ebay for TS9 jumpers
https://www.ebay.com/usr/wifi_expert
AmericanCoax1 for coax jumpers
https://www.ebay.com/usr/americancoax1
Panduit Small Diameter Cat 6 Patch Cables
https://www.panduit.com/en/products/copper-systems/patch-cords-accessories/patch-cords.html
Wilson 4G Wideband Yagis
https://amzn.to/3GZZ9IL
Military Masts Go Vertical
https://go-vertical-usa.myshopify.com/
3M Dual Lock
https://amzn.to/3IT8Jyw
Mix 31 Toroid Fair-Rite T240-31 Donut MFG Part 2631803802
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Fair-Rite/2631803802?qs=P8bU7i9nNAWMk1EJQzshLg%3D%3D
Mix 31 Toroid Fair-Rite Snap On for LMR-400/RG-214/RG-8X MFG Part 0431167281
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Fair-Rite/0431167281?qs=KmHvPbTOE4S79xB57hcPyQ%3D%3D
In this episode we talk with Thomas Witherspoon, K4SWL. Thomas has a popular YouTube channel where he does real time on the air portable operating and gear reviews. Thomas is also the editor for the web sites The QRPer and the SWLing Post. A contributor to RADCOM, The Spectrum Monitor and other publications, Thomas is give us his perspective on gear, gear bags and organizing for portable operating.
QSO Today Expo https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
Thomas’ YouTube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHntBZOSZ-QPJfMyn_M8QEw
SWLing Post
http://swling.com/blog
QRPer
http://qrper.com/
Short Wave Audio Archive
http://shortwavearchive.com/
Radio Spectrum Archive
http://spectrumarchive.org/
RADCOM Magazine (RSGB)
https://rsgb.org/main/publications-archives/radcom/
The Spectrum Monitor eZine
http://spectrummonitor.com/
Mike’s fan controller link
https://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-12V-PWM-Speed-Controller-Fan-Speed-governor-4-Wire-Computer-Temperature-/184572378429
Vince’s aluminum tripod for portable antennas is something like this
https://www.amazon.ca/GEEKOTO-Tripod-Camera-Compact-Aluminum/dp/B07N67D14D/ref=sr_1_1_sspa
Vince’s favourite tool bag - Craftsman Power Tools 14”x10x6’ish with handles and shoulder strap
Only available used, discontinued product
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/294597025993?hash=item449759e0c9:g:~AMAAOSwWqthp7CO
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/304216724061?hash=item46d4bad25d:g:uBEAAOSwNUNhLpDJ
Red Oxx
Micro Manager: ($145.00) is all-around brilliant, boxy EDC pack.
https://www.redoxx.com/micro-manager-91097/p
C-Ruck: ($295) cavernous all-around POTA and SOTA pack.
https://www.redoxx.com/c-ruck-carry-on-rucksack-91054/p
Booty Boss: ($135) waist pack.
https://www.redoxx.com/booty-boss-70002/p
The Hound EDC bag: ($95)
https://www.redoxx.com/the-hound-91087/p
Lil’ Roy: ($40) for SDR field kit and portable shortwave radios.
https://www.redoxx.com/lil-roy-91037/p
SpecOps bags
https://specops.us/backpacks.html
GoRuck
https://www.goruck.com/collections/travel
https://www.goruck.com/collections/travel/products/gr1
Tom Bihn
Synapse 25: ($220) Insane internal organization and innovative design.
https://www.tombihn.com/products/synapse-25
Travel Tray, Large: ($25) these are ingenious round travel trays that convert into stuff sacks. Get the large size, not small.
https://www.tombihn.com/products/travel-tray
Tom Bihn HLT bag
https://www.tombihn.com/products/size-1-hlt-pouch?variant=37621697249469
CP Gear Aircrew/Pubs bag For Headphones & Cables
https://cpgear.com/collections/bags/products/aircrew-pubs-bag-with-padded-tablet-pocket?variant=37900622659774
ASA “Pilot Bag” for Headphones and cables
https://www.asa2fly.com/Flight-Bags-C53.aspx
https://www.amazon.com/ASAs-Pilot-Bag-by-ASA/dp/B003ZA62DQ/
Medic’s bag from 5.11 “UCR Sling Pack” 14 litre Rod's Padded choice for the KX2, antennas, coax
https://www.511tactical.com/tac-ready-sling-pack.html
Excessorize Me YouTube channel
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=excessorize+me
In this episode George, Rod, Mark, Mike and Vince gather around the warmth of the vacuum tubes to celebrate another Holiday shopping show to help you spend your money! Recommendations include radios, accessories, tools and stocking stuffers.
In this episode Mark, Vince and George interview john KC9ON about kit building. John has extensive experience not only building his own kits but also selling kits through his company on line. We talk about our projects, favorite kits, and the tools necessary for a successful kit building experience.
Kirk is the author of Stealth Amateur Radio - Operate From Anywhere and he is a monthly columnist for the Spectrum Monitor magazine.
In this episode, John, VE6EY, explains the principle of diversity reception to help reduce interference.
In this episode Jeremy talks about his 5 years with the Ham Radio Workbench Podcast and his plans going forward. We also talk about podcast plans and discuss projects on our ham radio workbenches.
In this episode we interview Andreas about he ham radio journey and how he has become a big YouTube celeb. With over 300,000 subscribers and 400 videos, Andreas has become one of the most influential mentors in for hands on hardware and software experimentation. Andreas has a remarkable talent for explaining complex technical subjects including radio propagation, software defined radio, microcontroller selection, and more.
In this episode, Doug, K6JEY, tells us all about various HF RF power meters, how they work and what to look for when buying one.
In this episode, Mike, Rod, Mark, Vince and George come to you live from the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo. We take listener questions and talk about ham radio projects.
Grayson Evans KJ7UM joins us to talk about the art and science of building with thermatrons!
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/hollow-state-design
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Hollow-State Design 2nd Edition by Grayson Evans | Apr 24, 2013 (Amazon Link Included above)
Testers: Hickok Tube testers
Resources
Book: Tube Lore - Ludwell Sibley https://www.amazon.com/Tube-Lore-II-Ludwell-Sibley/dp/1532376316
Sprat magazine GQRP Club http://www.gqrp.com/sprat.htm
Electric Radio Magazine https://www.ermag.com
Hand Made Vacuum Tubes by Claude Paillard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzyXMEpq4qw
Antique radio supply
Hammon electronics transformers https://www.hammfg.com/
Tube depot https://tubedepot.com/
Tube Lore By Ludwell Sibley
https://www.amazon.com/Tube-Lore-II-Ludwell-Sibley/dp/1532376316
Electric Radio Magazine https://www.ermag.com/
SPRAT Magazine of the GQRP club http://www.gqrp.com/sprat.htm
On this show we interview Eric Guth, 4Z1UG about the QSO Today Ham Expo and do a deep dive into ferrites. What they are and how to use them.
QSO Today Expo https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
Jetstream JTBM270 3-ELEMENT 2M 5-ELEM 70CM DUAL BAND VHF UHF YAGI BEAM ANTENNA
https://www.ebay.com/itm/401688089979?epid=1124956691&hash=item5d8679d57b:g:gJ0AAOSwHPlWfa1F
Rig Expert AA-650 Antenna Analyzer
https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/reu-aa-650zoom
Stream Deck - Large version
https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Stream-Deck-XL-customizable/dp/B07RL8H55Z/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=stream+deck&qid=1627088153&sr=8-3
Toroids.info
Resources
The ARRL Handbook, specifically
Volume 2 chapter 5, section 5.5 of the 2020 handbook
“Ferrite Materials” (5 pages of rich goodness)
And
Volume 5 Chapter 22 - (ferrite component sizes, values in tables)
Field Day Debrief and EmComm Software with Gaston Gonzalez KT1RUN.
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QSO TODAY Ham Radio Expo August 14th and 15th - https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
- HRWB will host a live event Friday the 13th night starting at 6 PM PDT
- George will present the trailer build project
- Mark will present on Measuring 1:1 Balun/Common Mode Choke Designs With A NanoVNA
- Vince will present on Disaster Communications and Leadership imperatives
- Mike will present a spin-off on “death of the RS-232 port”
- Anyone else?
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Booth + conference tables to meet and chat
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Segment 1 - What’s on your workbench
- Gaston
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- Raspberry Pi 3B+ CPU cooling: case evaluation and software/hardware optimization
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- What: Looking for perfect RPi 3B+ field case for a software project
- Why: Sonoran Desert & field operations
- How: Added CPU temperature telemetry (app + cron job) + journal/graphs
- Baseline: CanaKit Raspberry Pi 3 B+ (B Plus) with Premium Clear Case and 2.5A Power Supply
- iUniker Raspberry Pi 3 B+ Case, Raspberry Pi Fan ABS Case with Cooling Fan
- Unistorm Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ Aluminum Case with Dual Cooling Fan Metal Shell Black Enclosure
- Flirc Raspberry Pi 3B Case (not yet tested)
- Pi 4 testing TBD with Argon ONE V2 Raspberry Pi 4 Case with Cooling Fan
- Cases:
- Findings: active vs passive cooling
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Mark
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- Looking at M17 again. They’ve come a LONG way since I started the protocol spec doc a year or so ago. Provided a couple minor updates in a pull-request, mostly around Crypto protocols. I have a couple MD380s that I intend to use for M17 hacking. Haven’t done anything yet though.
- Another Field Day, another single episode working on my Contest Station Audio Interface Thingamajig. Debating between two designs:
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- Single unified device, one board with all cables going in and out, all mixer controls in a single place.
- Distributed devices, with an RJ-45 bus connecting them. Puts controls nearer to the operators/radios, but is more complex. Allows for further expansion.
- Playing a bit with my shiny new toy: Flex6400.
- Book recommendation: The Cuckoo’s Egg, Cliff Stoll, K7TA. Not ham radio related, but I suspect will be of interest to hams. (AWESOME BOOK - RH)
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Rod
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- Partial Tear down of my Covid Office / Ham shack to install a new (to me) 50 inch LG Digital sign (Like you see at Malls) to run the GeoCron and also as an information radiator. Got this on an online auction. Live feed of data. LG Model 49SM5KE-BJ
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Studio A:
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- Two 31 inch curved monitors at eye level - plus Macbook in centre - Radios to the right (controlled by PC plus VFO - Audio podcast gear to the Left (Rodecaster, etc) 2. Below Monitors
- Studio B: (Spin around - a U shaped desk)
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- Work related Hardware / tools plus Video Editing
- Ergonomics - Credit to Foundations of Amateur Radio Podcast - Onno (VK6FLAB)
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- Foundations of Amateur Radio on Apple Podcasts
- For the Ergonomics discussion
- Still working on a talk on the future of all this Zoom fun “After” Covid?
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- Covid forced content back into prominence - How do we keep “Content” as king?
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- George
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- Maiden voyage of the radio trailer
- Presentation at the QSO Today virtual ham radio expo
- Playing with the ESP32 WiFi LoRa Arduino module
- Shipped out a pile of PackTenna trekmount antennas … thanks to Gaston
- New RigExpert AA-650 analyzer
- Tram 2m/UHF yagi $99 not bad
- Michael
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- Operating -- conditions on 6M for the last 10 days have been amazing for us in VE3 land.
- I have a Morseduino to build
- Improving power control to the rotator controller and Steppir controller installed at the base of the Tower - I have LAN at the tower base so a KMTronic switch mounted there now
- AT100 tuner kit for the IC-705
- Vince
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- W8BH.net Morse Tutor Kits update
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- Next round parts have been ordered, now we wait
- Send email to Vince - ve6lk [at] rac [dot] ca
- The original project source is http://w8bh.net
- PA0RDT mini-whip waiting on parts
- McHF repair waiting on parts
- KD2C Panadapter tap will, one day, go into my go-kit FT-857D
- Prepping for QSO Today conference
- UHF packet station project started
- Every SMC job … https://twitter.com/VE6LK/status/1411515481907859459
Segment 2 - Field Day Debrief
George
- Trailer was great !
- Best features
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- Screen doors !
- External powerfilm solar panels and DC extension cords
- SOK battery - $570 for 100 Ah vs Battleborn $949 for 100 Ah
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- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxMIs0PXrBw
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjpkI8quyzQ&t=534s
- Carbon fiber masts - Gigaparts
- Flex 6400 + Maestro
Vince
- Socially Distant FD a success!
- Visitors from all over North America via Zoom
- Local Deputy Mayor and Fire Chief in attendance
- Adult beverage delivery actually happened! Aim high when you ask club members to contribute!
- http://field-day.arrl.org/fdentriesrcvd.php to check on entries
Gaston - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUoEuaQ_l2Q
- Location: Tonto National Forest - evening/overnight operation
- X-factor: heat
- Man portable: 58.5 lb pack including 8L of water (17.5 lbs)
- Conditions: 101- 85 degrees (F)
- Did not participate in FD activities
- Gear:
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- PackTenna Linked Dipole: 20m/40m (80m not used)
- PackTenna TrekMount with Comet BNC-24 antennas for 2m SSB
- FT-818 with ARMOLOQ TPA pack frame, 4.5Ah LiFePO4, 20 watt Powerfilm solar panels, Buddipole PowerMini
- EmComm Tools testing successful: APRS text msg (SMSGTE), 40m Winlink status email, call lookup
Mark
- N6EOF 2A Santa Barbara. 631 QSOs: 351 SSB, 94 Digital (FT4 and FT8), 186 CW. 100W so 2x multiplier. 1822 Total QSO points, 350 Bonus points. Final score: 2172 points! (but it’s totally not a contest.)
- Had a great turn out! About 12 people total, 7 active hams who played with the radios at least a bit.
- Ran entirely on solar power, only spun up the generator for a couple minutes to make sure it worked, and show another person how (it’s mod’d for Propane.) 2 stations, 100W both, using nothing but solar. I’m really proud of that.
- SSB station: FT-920, on an EFHW, cut for 40m (so resonates on 40/20/15/10m), but added a loading coil and stub to add 80m. It worked really well, but required more tuning at the radio than I anticipated.
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- The loading coil was 13 turns of antenna wire around an FT140-43 (which should have been about 110uH, except that it totally isn’t, it’s 150uH, I should have done 11 turns… Oops…) All the designs I’ve seen show a linear coil of antenna wire around a form, not a toroid. I’m wondering if the capacitive coupling of the toroid was different enough from the linear coil to affect tuning on 40m and above. (The wrong inductance should have only negatively affected 80m, which definitely was tuned too low.)
- Used the feedline as a counterpoise, put a current choke 1:1 balun about 12 feet from the feedpoint: 13 turns of RG-8X around an FT240-43. You think wrapping magnet wire around toroids is a pain?
- CW/Digital station: Club member brought his Packtenna clipped dipole. Used it with his Flex6600 and Maestro. Worked a charm.
- 20m SSB was CHEEK BY JOWEL...
Rod VA3ON
- Teamed up with my friend (and Elmer) Peter West VE3HG to create a small scale field day for us and our two Padawans, Iuliya VE3UHA and Dante VA3DNF. (4 total)
- Both teenagers licenced as Basic with Honours during the pandemic shutdown, but had yet to operate HF. Used the Oakville club call VE3HB. At the scenic “West Estate” we got a few antennas up (Dipoles, horizontal Endfed and verticals)
- 5 Watts on two Elecraft KX2 Stations (Commonality of rigs, preserved learning):
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- Station A: CW
- Station B: Phone and FT8 on the other
- New HRWB Logger appliance (with N1MM) - Avita Magus II [WT9M10C44] 10 Inches Intel Celeron 4GB RAM 64GB Storage Touch 2-in-1 Windows 10 Tablet PC Black - rocked
- Conditions
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- Phone was horrific on Saturday
- FT- not much better - could hear lots but nothing worked well
- CW great (as usual)
- To make CW workable we used a CW reader and keyer with preloaded exchanges and a keyboard. An approach I’ve not used before with rookies to shortened the learning curve. Emphasis on learning and getting the tempo.
- We may be seeing a lot more of these two as CW contesters - they were aggressive!
Segment 3 - EmComm Software Project by Gaston KT1RUN
- What is the purpose?
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- API and web app for field expedient digital communications platform that runs on RPi
- Offgid, mobile-first and 1-click digital operations
- Headless: eliminate need for VNC and/or external display/keyboard/mouse
- Lightweight: small footprint memory, CPU and disk => conserve power
- What does it do?
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- Allows headless operation of various ham radio tools (Pat, YAAC,direwolf, etc.) on a RPi (everything runs on the Pi; the web browser is the interface)
- Streamlines mode switching: Winlink ARDOP, Winlink packet and APRS
- Streamines messaging for both Winlink and APRS through templating engine
- Offline callsign lookup - includes approx. distance calc based on GPS
- Status information: time (local/UTC, hostname, IP, CPU temp, GPS, grid square)
- Remote shutdown
- What did you use to develop it?
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- App and API decoupled
- Backend: (API)
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- Java JDK 11
- Spring Boot: DI, uber jar, systemd, oh my
- Lucene: IR library (search background)
- Custom YAAC plugin: Light-weight HTTP API (REST-like)
- Frontend: (not my area)
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- Prototype: Bootstrap and jQuery
- Prod: React.js:
- What is the project status? Do you want people to try it out?
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- Status: Prototype, field experimentation
- Limited beta tentatively schedule for fall 2021
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- First round: Operators with FT-817/818 or FT-857D (maybe FT-991A)
- Second round: Any all band, all mode radio (HF + 2m)
- RPi 3B+ Build and giveaway on the channel
- Weekly project updates: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thetechprepper
Wrapup / Outro
If people want to get in touch with you, what is the best way?
Gaston
Email: info@thetechprepper.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheTechPrepper/videos
EmComm Tools Project: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thetechprepper
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetechprepper/
Twitter: @thetechprepper1
Mark
Twitter @smittyhalibut
Rod
Twitter @VA3ON
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/Cycle25
www.cycle25.ca
Vince
Twitter @VE6LK
Web www.VE6LK.com
George
DMR TG 31075
From all of us at the Ham Radio Workbench, 73.
NOTES
Reminder to Jeremy, post notes for HRWB132 onto web
Dr. Jack Mandelman K1VT, active DXer and CW Operator, joins us again to discuss non-conventional antenna options.
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Ham Radio Workbench will participate in the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo August 14th and 15th
Booth + conference tables to meet and chat - https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
QSL Card from KD9OLN, Parachute Mobile - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nOk6LZ-_wY Listen at about 5:10
Argon ONE M.2 SATA Raspberry Pi 4 Case - https://www.argon40.com/argon-one-m-2-case-for-raspberry-pi-4.html
HomeBridge Smart Device bridge to Apple HomeKit - https://homebridge.io/
TP Link KASA Power Strips - https://www.kasasmart.com/us/products/smart-plugs/kasa-smart-wi-fi-power-strip-hs300
Interview: Frank Howell Grilled me about Cycle25, and the concept of Virtual clubs (along with on the ICQ Podcast - episode 352 ICQ Podcast Episode 352 - Hubs, Clubs and Virtual Meetings ...https://www.icqpodcast.com › download-the-show › icq-p...
Pascal Villenuve - VA2PV - AVITA Windows 10 Logging notebook - ok its a generic notebook but $150 USD - what a deal - Avita Magus II [WT9M10C44] 10 Inches Intel Celeron 4GB RAM 64GB Storage Touch 2-in-1 Windows 10 Tablet PC Black
Sourdough: A Novel, by Robin Sloan - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073JZNP18/
Art Maxwell book - Reflections - https://ca1lib.org/book/5279365/b3a6d5
Magloop calculator -
https://www.66pacific.com/calculators/small-transmitting-loop-antenna-calculator.aspx
Warning sign - https://www.amazon.com/JAC-MERCH-PRODUCTS-Danger-Sticker/dp/B07XLQMNZG
This week we take a look at directional antennas.
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PackTenna TrekMount portable VHF antenna http://www.packtenna.com
Lab599 TX-500: https://lab599.com
Portable: mcHF http://www.m0nka.co.uk/
Transverter va3mw was talking about https://www.ebay.com/itm/254510549922?hash=item3b4202cba2:g:k5UAAOSwAi9fFz6O
Flex radio WaveForms https://www.flexradio.com/documentation/smartsdr-waveform-api-pdf/
UHSDR on Github https://github.com/df8oe/UHSDR/wiki
Home: Flex 6400 https://www.flexradio.com/products/flex-6400-signature-series-sdr-transceiver/
Attended FDIM, won a SoftRock RXTX Ensemble! Not sure what to do with it… :-D http://fivedash.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=7
Morse tutor www.w8bh.net
Virtual ham band on the internet, V Band https://hamradio.solutions/vband/
MG Chemicals conductive paints https://www.mgchemicals.com/category/conductive-paint/
RS-485 magnetometer https://4o3a.com/azimuth-magnetic-sensor
20v Dewalt tool family https://www.dewalt.com/products/power-tools/shop-by-cordless-platform/20v
Antenna Theory Directivity
The National Film Board of Canada for the Canadian Air Forces - Great explanation of Directivity.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysNkjEnoRsU
Antenna Fundamentals Bandwidth. Military Training film.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6VE9xoA_6M&t=569s
Urban Beam: https://helpdesk.flexradio.com/hc/en-us/articles/202118688-How-to-Submit-a-Request-for-Technical-Support#:~:text=Just%20click%20on%20the%20Sign,of%20the%20HelpDesk%20home%20page
https://consumer.steppir.com/shop/horizontal-antennas/2-element-antenna-products/urbanbeam-package/
What ever happened to the quad? Used to be popular
https://www.electronics-notes.com/articles/antennas-propagation/cubical-quad-antenna/quad-basics.php
Smitty’s Comet H-422 https://www.cometantenna.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/H-422-instructions.pdf
Mark’s setup: https://youtu.be/Jd3iCfUe9H8
Doublet http://webclass.org/k5ijb/antennas/All-Band-Doublet.htm
We’ve got quite the roundtable this week - Smitty N6MTS, Rod VA3ON, and Mike VA3MW join us to ask about interesting projects on our workbenches, and our plans for Field Day 2021
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Smitty's LCD Nixie Tube Clock - https://www.banggood.com/Pseudo-glow-Tube-Programmable-Display-IPS-Screen-RGB-Clock-Desktop-Creative-Ornaments-Digital-Clock-Colorful-LED-Picture-Display-p-1789259.html
Smitty's Firmware for said Clock - https://github.com/SmittyHalibut/EleksTubeHAX
A real Nixie Tube clock - https://www.tindie.com/products/PV_Electronics/nixie-tube-clock-kit-with-in-12-tubes/
EpocCam - https://www.elgato.com/en/epoccam
ZM-2 Antenna Matching Unit - https://steadynet.com/emtech/
Alfa Spid Rotator - http://www.alfaradio.ca
Osmo Wood Finishes - https://www.osmo.de/en/
Doug K6JEY is back to talk about the test equipment and methods for optimizing receiver performance.
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HamShack Hotline - https://hamshackhotline.com
https://hamshackhotline.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/HH-FAQ.pdf
DX Engineering - How Hamshack Hotline works
Corsair Components, Inc. (Streamdeck, etc)
K6JEY presentation - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/articles.html
This week, Mike, George, Rod, and Jeremy discuss the approach and tools of prototyping.
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Build your own electronics workshop book - https://www.amazon.com/Build-Your-Own-Electronics-Workshop-ebook/dp/B00820LWHK
MakerPipe - https://makerpipe.com/
Dan Quigley N7HQ, Director of Amateur Products at Flex Radio, joins us discuss the role of your network in your shack.
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Previous HRWB Episode on Network Concepts - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/introduction-to-networking-and-network-security
Download Files for the Flex Radio 19” Rack Patch Panel - HERE
WIHA Electric Screwdriver - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08W7RXFWK/
MoCA - Multimedia over Coax Alliance - http://www.mocalliance.org/
Node-RED - https://nodered.org/
Node-RED Ham Radio Group - https://groups.io/g/nodered-hamradio
Netgate Routers - https://shop.netgate.com/
Ubiquiti Network Equipment - https://www.ui.com/
DynDNS - https://account.dyn.com/
Free DNS services - https://techwiser.com/dyndns-alternatives/
Free diagramming - https://draw.io/
Join George, Jeremy, Smitty, Vince, Mike, and Rod as we answer audience questions live!
Winter is going, and that means it’s time to start preparing for springtime operations! George, John W7DBO, Mike VA3MW, and Rod VA3ON join to talk about their projects to prepare for Spring.
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Join us LIVE Friday March 12th at the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo at 9PM EST/6PM PST
https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
Low Band Systems - https://lowbandsystems.com
https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/lbs-six2two-uhf/media/video
Some great Technical slides with all the math / science (Hamvention 2017) - https://static-sl.insales.ru/files/1/7984/4996912/original/Using_High_Performance_Multiplexer_Technology_v1c.pdf
RadioStuff - https://groups.io/g/RadioStuff
www.eb104.ru
Cool little HDMI Camera - https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1526285-REG/aida_imaging_hd_100a_hdmi_pov_camera_with.html
Cool video switcher/streamer -
https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/media/release/20200730-02
This week we have a mega cast to discuss how to start a workbench on a $250 budget. George KJ6VU, Rod VA3ON, Vince VE6LK, and Dan AG7GM all present their recommendations while Mike VA3MW and Jeremy KF7IJZ give insight to the selections offered.
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Join us at the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo on Friday 3/12, 2021 at 2100 EST / 1800 PST - https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
BayCon 2021 Videos - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfAM3ZqzDZxL2Ez5R2oD-Qw
Mike's $31 DMM - https://www.banggood.com/ANENG-620A-4_7-inch-Large-LCD-Screen-Automatic-+-Manual-Intelligent-True-RMS-Digital-Multimeter-Resistance-Diode-Capacitance-Temperature-Frequency-Test-p-1805601.html?rmmds=myorder&cur_warehouse=CN&ID=6287842
Vince D'eon VE6LK - http://ve6lk.com/ and https://twitter.com/VE6LK
George Builds an IC-705 portable case - ttps://www.hamradioworkbench.com/george-kj6vus-blog.html
Tester Diode Triode Capacitor Resistor Transistor LCR ESR NPN PNP MOSFET - https://www.amazon.com/wisTek-Transistor-Capacitor-Resistor-Colorful/dp/B07SZQ7VTF/ref=sr_1_83?dchild=1&keywords=lcr+esr+meter&qid=1613767657&sr=8-83
Plasti-Dip - https://www.homedepot.com/b/Plasti-Dip/N-5yc1vZ6z7
Veto Pro Pac - https://vetopropac.com/
Cycle25 Club YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy_0gANQteAstN8wHJR8QPw
George's List - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SuskqruwVKmGCd15li9__VOVXv45fz8rd7jqtpyL3Yw/edit?usp=sharing
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Dan's List - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ES1RqjK2JgH22COja79vSv4Dl4XJSfucV9wjfFxRd4I/edit?usp=sharing
Rod's List
| Rod - Pliers kit (6) | Craftsman | Stanley Black & Decker/Dewalt | 22 | https://www.amazon.com/CRAFTSMAN-Pliers-6-Piece-Pouch-CMHT81716/dp/B07QL3CLRS/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=electronics+tool+set&qid=1613782573&sr=8-9 | | Screwdrivers (16) (iPhone) | Craftsman | Tell this story | 20 | https://www.amazon.com/CRAFTSMAN-944979-Pieces-Set-Electronics/dp/B01HZWV0JU/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=craftsman+electronics+screwdrivers&qid=1613782859&sr=8-5 | | Ratcheting screwdriver/Bits | Craftsman | Have this already? | 20 | https://www.amazon.com/CRAFTSMAN-Ratcheting-Screwdriver-26-Piece-CMHT68001/dp/B07SGVXKZ9/ref=pd_bxgy_img_3/146-1530988-4851835?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07SGVXKZ9&pd_rd_r=c4901bbb-ba48-4453-b4ad-5578484f367f&pd_rd_w=SsvfV&pd_rd_wg=JDFZ7&pf_rd_p=f325d01c-4658-4593-be83-3e12ca663f0e&pf_rd_r=MRA12DNAN97M113YKF9Z&psc=1&refRID=MRA12DNAN97M113YKF9Z |
Soldering
| Rod - Solder Station | Weller WESD51 | Used 48 | 48 | https://www.ebay.com/itm/Weller-WESD51-Digital-Solder-Station-50-W-350-850-F/114680045896?hash=item1ab376a148:g:s8AAAOSw~Q9gJadb | | we1010na | New 109 | 0 | https://www.amazon.com/Weller-WE1010NA-Digital-Soldering-Station/dp/B077JDGY1J/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=WE1010NA&qid=1613781309&sr=8-2 | | Education kit | 159 usd with lb solder and xcelites |
Test Equipment
| DMM - Digital Multi Meter | Fluke Model 101 | New | 51 | https://www.amazon.com/Fluke-101-Multimeter-Resistance-Capacitance/dp/B00HE6MIJY/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=fluke+101&qid=1613781680&sr=8-1 |
Consumables
| Solder | Kester "44" 63/37 .031 | New | 12.49 | https://www.amazon.com/Kester-Rosin-Core-Solder-Dispense-Pak/dp/B017WK9HQS/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=SOLDER+kester+63%2F37&qid=1613781863&s=industrial&sr=1-7 | | Solder wick | Tiny roll (Yellow) | New | 3.5 | https://www.amazon.com/MG-Chemicals-Desoldering-Length-Yellow/dp/B008O9W78C/ref=sr_1_7_mod_primary_new?dchild=1&keywords=solder+wick+yellow&qid=1613782353&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sr=8-7 | | Sponge | Fits in caddy | New | 2.2 | https://www.amazon.com/Weller-WCC104-Solder-Cleaning-Sponge/dp/B0091A7CUG/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Sponge+for+weller+soldering+iron&qid=1613782468&sr=8-3 |
Jeremy's List
Hakko FX-888D Soldering Station - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ANZRT4M/
Hakko CHP-170 Micro Cutters - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FZPDG1K/
Uni-T UT-139C Digital Multimeter - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016JXASYE/
Irwin VISE GRIP Wire Stripper - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OQ21CA/
iFixit Mako Precision Screwdriver Set - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0189YWOIO/
Mitotoyu Pocket Steel Rule - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OBX14Q/
1/4" Right Angle Driver Set - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0062FSAVI/
EEVBlog BM235 DMM - https://www.amazon.com/EEVblog-BM235-Brymen-Multimeter/dp/B01JZ1ADCO/
It's time for BayCon once again! In this episode, Mike Walker VA3MW walks us through his station automation and talks about leveraging Node Red for control.
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Using Node Red for Station Automation Video - https://youtu.be/AJGhu8r7cYU?t=15234
Steve Hicks N5AC, Chief Technology Officer for Flex Radio, joins us to talk about the approach that Flex takes to build not just radios, but radio platforms.
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Kevin KM6WUM joins to talk about building a portable satellite tracker.
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Mke K8MRD stops by to talk about portable operation. George and Jeremy discuss their new ICOM IC-705s.
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K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/k8mrdradiostuff
G90 Go Box/Solar Generator video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHS1ONJ3TrI&t=1s
G90 Go Box/Solar Generator build video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJ45RgHDUNU
Harbor Freight Apache Cases - https://www.harborfreight.com/search?q=apache%20case
Sherwood Engineering RF Receiver Comparison - http://www.sherweng.com/table.html
IC-705 ZMount - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P4LX3RF
IC-705 cage - https://www.peovi.com/product/ic705-tatical-cage/
IC-705 Cage option 2 - https://www.ebay.com/itm/protective-case-cover-folding-stand-Antenna-Bracket-For-ICOM-705-IC-705/174559653485?hash=item28a490ee6d:g:W7AAAOSwaOtf2CxQ
Ben Jordan KN6GPS from Autodesk joins to discuss considerations of RF PCB Design.
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PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/rf-pcb-design
Mini VNA Tiny - https://www.amazon.com/1M-3GHz-Network-Analyzer-Generator-S-Parameter/dp/B07JNLDJBJ/ref=asc_df_B07JNLDJBJ/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=252589173590&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15109129527556213336&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061323&hvtargid=pla-584683107281&psc=1
The transmission line design handbook - https://www.amazon.com/Transmission-Handbook-Propagation-Microwave-Hardcover/dp/0890064369
Simberian RF EM circuit simulation - https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=simberian
Lime SDR - https://limemicro.com/products/boards/limesdr/
AppCad - http://www.hp.woodshot.com/
QUCS Circuit Simulator - http://qucs.sourceforge.net/
Nano VNA - https://nanovna.com/
https://www.rtl-sdr.com/reviews-of-the-nanovna-an-ultra-low-cost-50-vector-network-analyzer/
Octiave - https://www.gnu.org/software/octave/index
Open EMS field solver - https://openems.de/start/
Antenna Theory web site - http://www.antenna-theory.com/
This week George and Smitty spend time with Derek Kozel K0ZEL talking about the GNU Radio project.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/GNU-Radio
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mcHF QRP Transceiver - by Chris M0NKA - http://www.m0nka.co.uk/
RemoteRig setup with TM-D710G for the Cardiff University Amateur Radio Society - GC0CDF - https://cardiffars.org.uk
Double Delta Skeleton Slot, analysis. Data posted - https://github.com/SmittyHalibut/DoubleDeltaSlotAntenna
George’s Blog - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/george-kj6vus-blog.html
GNU Radio - https://www.gnuradio.org/
GNU Radio Tutorials for SSB receiver - https://wiki.gnuradio.org/index.php/Simulation_example:_Single_Sideband_transceiver
PySDR - https://pysdr.org/
PlutoSDR: https://www.analog.com/en/design-center/evaluation-hardware-and-software/evaluation-boards-kits/adalm-pluto.html
HackRF - https://greatscottgadgets.com/hackrf/one/
SDRPlay - https://www.sdrplay.com/
Rod, Mike, George, and Jeremy discuss gift ideas for the ham in your life as well as what 2020 has inspired them to carry into 2021.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/2020-gift-guide
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Raspberry Pi PiServer - https://www.raspberrypi.org/blog/piserver/
Transcend MLC High Endurance SD Cards - https://www.amazon.com/Transcend-Information-Micro-Adapter-TS32GUSDHC10V/dp/B01BDKTQY6
MacLoggerDX - https://www.dogparksoftware.com/MacLoggerDX.html
Wizkers Radio - http://www.wizkers.io/wizkersradio
Nano VNA video Andreas HB9BLA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pjcEKQY_Tk&vl=en
George’s Blog - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/george-kj6vus-blog.html
RigExpert Antenna Analyzers - https://rigexpert.com/
LP-100A http://www.telepostinc.com/lp100.html
Array Solutions Power-Master II - https://www.arraysolutions.com/test-equipment/pm2-3k-so
Heil Parametric Receive Audio System (And Speaker) - https://heilhamradio.com/products/parametric-receive-audio-system/
Hakko FR-301 desoldering gun - https://www.amazon.com/American-HAKKO-Products-FR301-03-Desoldering/dp/B07BFVFMS9/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=hakko+301&qid=1605322409&sr=8-1
Hakko FX888-D Soldering Station - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-FX888D-23BY-Digital-Soldering-Station/dp/B00ANZRT4M/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=hakko+808&qid=1605322513&sr=8-3
Knipex - https://www.knipex.com/en/home/
Wiha - https://www.wihatools.com/
Wera - https://www-de.wera.de/en/
iFixIt Screw Driver Manta Kit - https://www.amazon.com/iFixit-Manta-Driver-Kit-Piece/dp/B07BMM74FD/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=ifixit&qid=1605321900&sr=8-5
Wera Metric Driver Set - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I8MYMT2/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_5?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
Wera Imperial Derive Set - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016NC7NN0/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_6?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
Raspberry Pi 400 - https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-400/?resellerType=home
Fluke 101 DMM - https://www.amazon.com/Fluke-101-Multimeter-Resistance-Capacitance/dp/B00HE6MIJY/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=fluke+101&qid=1605572864&sr=8-2
Tekpower TP3016M Portable Handheld Variable DC Power Supply - https://www.amazon.com/Tekpower-TP3016M-Portable-Handheld-Variable/dp/B015OA1J82/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=variable+power+supply+12v+portable+electronics&qid=1605313439&sr=8-3
USB Power Supply - https://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Obsidian-Smart-Charger-113914/dp/B0198QDMIS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1QNUZJJPZP7T3&dchild=1&keywords=monoprice+obsidian+plus+usb+desktop+charger&qid=1605324760&sprefix=monoprice+obsi%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-1
4 Port USB power supply https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=16242
Veto Pro Pac MB-MC - https://vetopropac.com/mb-mc-tool-bag-rubber-base/
National Suicide Prevention Helpline - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
National Treatment Referral Hotline - https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline#:~:text=SAMHSA's%20National%20Helpline%20%E2%80%93%201%2D800,%2D662%2DHELP%20(4357)
Veteran’s Crisis Line - https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
Classic Radios with Dennis Kidder W6DQ and Mike VA3MW.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/even-more-classic-radios
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Mike, George, and Jeremy discuss the common types of wire HF antennas - Dipoles and End Feds. We talk about the physical, electrical, and performance aspects of these antenna types.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/wire-antennas
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DIY 10Ghz Transverter - http://www.w1ghz.org/MBT/Simple_and_Cheap_Transverter_for_10_GHz.pdf
3ghz Reallocation - http://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-formally-adopts-proposals-to-remove-amateur-3-ghz-band-invites-comments
New ARRL MicroController Book by Dr. Jack Purdum W8TEE - http://www.arrl.org/shop/Microcontroller-Projects-for-Amateur-Radio/
George’s Blog - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/george-kj6vus-blog.html
YCCC Choke Information - http://www.yccc.org/Articles/W1HIS/CommonModeChokesW1HIS2006Apr06.pdf
Sloper Antenna - https://www.hamradiosecrets.com/sloper-antenna.html
Inverted V Antenna - https://m0ukd.com/calculators/inverted-vee-antenna/
Bell Labs Video on Wave Characteristics and Impedance - https://techchannel.att.com/play-video.cfm/2011/3/7/at&t-archives-similarities-of-wave-behavior
End-Fed Wire Length - https://palomar-engineers.com/tech-support/tech-topics/best-hf-end-fed-antenna
K8MRD PackTenna end fed half wave video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkL3s3_6AWM
Random Wire Antenna Lengths - https://udel.edu/~mm/ham/randomWire/
IC-705 Tilt mount - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P4LX3RF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
IC-705 Tripod - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076F4ZTW9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
IC-705 Backpack Insert - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076446F6D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Small case to put the camera insert and radio inside for storage / transit - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BP8UUCE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The Wireman - https://thewireman.com/
Davis RF - http://www.davisrf.com/
DX Wire - https://www.dx-wire.de/
Packtenna groups.io - https://groups.io/g/packtenna
RigExpert Antenna Analyzers - https://rigexpert.com/
NanoVNA Comparison Video - https://youtu.be/GipCVEsiqXc
Toroid Suppliers - http://www.amidoncorp.com/ferrite-toroids/ https://palomar-engineers.com/ferrite-products/ferrite-cores https://www.fair-rite.com/
Mike VA3MW and Smitty KR6ZY are back to continue answering YOUR Amateur Radio questions!
PERMALINK: https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/listener-questions-part-2
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Tripod for IC-705 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076F4ZTW9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Z type tilt stand - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P4LX3RF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Tenba BYOB 9 Slim Backpack Insert - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076446F6D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
MX-P50M Amplifier - https://www.ebay.com/itm/45W-MX-P50M-HF-Power-Amplifier-for-FT-817-ICOM-IC-703-Elecraft-KX3-QRP-FT-818/223997697007?hash=item34274d9bef:g:S2MAAOSw6WlerpH~
Bioenno 6Ah battery - https://www.bioennopower.com/collections/12v-series-lifepo4-batteries/products/12v-6ah-lfp-battery-black-w-pvc-pack
Battery charger - https://www.bioennopower.com/products/14-6vdc-2a-ac-to-dc-charger-dc-plug-for-lifepo4-batteries
QSO Today PackTenna presentation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnx_DXFHNcU
Under Desk Cable Management - https://www.amazon.com/Under-Desk-Cable-Management-Tray/dp/B07HMXBSLW/ref=sxin_9
Bioenno 12V Car Battery Charger - https://www.bioennopower.com/collections/8-ac-to-dc-chargers-accessories/products/14-6v-3a-car-charger-for-12v-lifepo4-batteries-bpc-1503car
Mike VA3MW and Smitty KR6ZY join us to answer YOUR Amateur Radio questions!
PERMALINK: https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/listener-questions
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Smitty Simple mic splitter from my Audio Building Blocks Explained YouTube series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyhRhuo30TzWvVQdhLuH-47H6lff0Knk5
Morserino - http://www.morserino.info/morserino-32.html
Epic Power Gate - http://www.westmountainradio.com/product_info.php?products_id=epic-pwrgate
Logbook of the World Info on Multiple Station Locations
Define a Station Location for each new place (grid square) from which you operated, and use that Station Location to submit the QSOs you made from that location.
Back to "Frequently Asked Questions"
Common Mode Current Chokes - http://www.yccc.org/Articles/W1HIS/CommonModeChokesW1HIS2006Apr06.pdf
Jeff Glass on beginning Electronics and other amazing information - https://jeff.glass/blog/
KR6ZY’s Audio Building Blocks Explained - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyhRhuo30TzWvVQdhLuH-47H6lff0Knk5
Mike and Smitty join George and Jeremy to take a DEEP dive on the fundamentals of designing a mixer for all of your audio sources in the shack. This is a continuation of the station controller design series.
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PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/analog-audio-design
KR6ZY's Audio Building Blocks Explained - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyhRhuo30TzWvVQdhLuH-47H6lff0Knk5
KR6ZY's Interview on QSO Today - https://www.qsotoday.com/podcasts/kr6zy
Mike's Remote Journey QSO Today Expo Presentation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWZgZgx3UKQ
The Slot Antenna - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnTrlLf1eWA&feature=youtu.be
Kindle book he mentions - https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08D8LC9HP/
Search for Amelia Erhart - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHXHxtaImRo&feature=youtu.be
Is 3db worth a divorce? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oml13BYG3mo&feature=youtu.be
mAT-Tuner for IC-705 - https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/mtu-mat-705
ICOM AH-705 - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/17050705.html
Today on the workbench, We talk test equipment with Doug Millar K6JEY.
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PERMALINK https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/rf-test-equipment
QSO Today Viurtual Ham Expo 2020 - https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
Doug on QSO Today - https://www.qsotoday.com/podcasts/K6JEY
Download Test Gear for Hams - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/uploads/1/1/9/9/119903037/hrwb-test-gear-for-hams.pdf
John W7DBO, Mike VA3MW and Rod VA3ON join us to debrief on FIeld Day in the time of Pandemic.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/2020-field-day-debrief
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QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo 2020 - https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
GPS Module For Raspberry Pi - https://amzn.to/30J811Q
New Lightning Protection Idea - https://qrznow.com/antenna-remote-disconnect-for-lightning-protection/
https://vimeo.com/133917999
DIN Rails - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DIN_rail
DINrPlate Raspberry Pi DIN mount - https://www.buyapi.ca/product/dinrplate-din-rail-mount-for-raspberry-pi-3/
Benq Screenbar Monitor Light - https://www.benq.com/en-us/lamps/computer-desklamp.html
TS80P USB C soldering Iron - https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Portable-Soldering-Temperature-Adjustable/dp/B088LYLF8T/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=ts-80+usb+c+soldering+iron&qid=1595639378&sr=8-1
Goal Zero Luna Light https://www.goalzero.com/shop/flashlights/luna-touch-led-light/one/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=shopping&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjer4BRCZARIsABK4QeVAWe4zE3pWJW67lTwDieEh3EZoGsmzC6pSSdppldHstvej5u8Ei6caAkyTEALw_wcB
PowerFilm Solar Light Saver Max - https://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/lightsaver-max-portable-solar-charger
West Mountain Radio Computerized Battery Analyzer - http://www.westmountainradio.com/cba.php
Product Review West Mountain Radio CBA - https://youtu.be/7OGLTlDvWVU
John Field Day Recap VIdeo: https://youtu.be/UPDxIm-X-Jk
John Drone Antenna Deploy: https://youtu.be/MvSGPGC94ik
John Link to Drone Device: https://amzn.to/2VP4EVi
Jitsi Videobridge Video Conferencing Software - https://jitsi.org/jitsi-videobridge/
Super lightweight photo tripod for 2m yagi - https://www.amazon.com/Nifty-Z15-Zip-Pod-Black/dp/B008YE0ILU/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=zip+tripod&qid=1595644282&s=electronics&sr=1-2
Zen and the Art of Radio Telegraphy - https://www.qsl.net/ik0ygj/enu/
Build-a-Pi for Ham Radio and Raspberry Pi - https://github.com/km4ack/pi-build
John
Podcast: fieldradiopodcast.org
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Mike VA3MW and Rod VA3ON join George to start designing the ultimate station controller.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/station-controller-brainstorm
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QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo 2020 - https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
Tenba BYOB 9 Slim 8.5 x 8,5 x 3.5 - https://www.amazon.com/Tenba-Backpack-Insert-Tools-636-286/dp/B0763V2CXT/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=rectangular%2BCamera%2BLens%2BBags%2B%26%2BCases&qid=1594335173&s=photo&sr=1-7-catcorr&th=1
Nanuk 910 Case - https://www.amazon.com/Nanuk-Waterproof-Hard-Case-Insert/dp/B00BP8URV8/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=nanuk+910+green&qid=1594338497&s=electronics&sr=1-1
Low Photo Tripod - https://www.walmart.com/ip/Folding-Mini-Tripod-Stand-Phone-Camera-Portable-Tabletop-Holder-360-Degrees-Rotatable-Ball-Head-Cellphone-Clip-Compatible-Android-Smartphone-DSLR-Spo/688241566?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=101001360
NIfty Z15 Zip Pod "tripod" - https://www.amazon.com/Nifty-Z15-Zip-Pod-Black/dp/B008YE0ILU/ref=pd_sbs_421_3/143-9026162-9145331?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B008YE0ILU&pd_rd_r=32ae4b6f-8959-4244-b052-12ef9f96e38a&pd_rd_w=LOZWO&pd_rd_wg=q0OfF&pf_rd_p=bdc67ba8-ab69-42ee-b8d8-8f5336b36a83&pf_rd_r=YFC9GZPKPF3ZA7EZG8S7&psc=1&refRID=YFC9GZPKPF3ZA7EZG8S7
David KI6ZHD and Ed W6ELA join George to talk about New Packet Radio, a new digital radio protocol that supports two-way IP traffic designed to be in service of extending various Amateur Radio networks like HSMM, Ham Net, and AREDN.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/new-packet-radio
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Ham Clock - https://dl1gkk.com/ham-clock-raspberry-pi/ https://www.clearskyinstitute.com/ham/HamClock/
What is New Packet Radio? - https://hackaday.io/project/164092-npr-new-packet-radio
New Packet Radio - https://groups.io/g/New-Packet-Radio/topics
John Jacobs W7DBO of the Field Radio Podcast and Rod Hardman VA3ON of Canada join us to talk about Field Day in the time of Pandemic. The League has made adjustments to the ruleset to allow for more scored participation from our home stations. Hams are also being creative and exploring creative ways to participate.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/arrl-field-day-2020
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PCB design workshop via Zoom
Topic: Ham Radio Workbench PCB Tutorial
Time: Jun 20, 2020 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting - https://us04web.zoom.us/j/77430076765?pwd=WGcvUjY5a3ZMWmx3d2hrbzRCMjBJUT09
Meeting ID: 774 3007 6765
Password: pcb
New Packet Radio - https://hackaday.io/project/164092-npr-new-packet-radio
Raising Electronics racks and shelves - https://risingracks.com/
Magnetic Loop Calculator - http://www.66pacific.com/calculators/small-transmitting-loop-antenna-calculator.aspx
RPi 4 USB Mass Storage Boot Beta - https://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=63&t=277007
ARRL Field Day 2020 Rules - http://www.arrl.org/news/field-day-2020-a-time-to-adapt
http://www.arrl.org/news/temporary-rule-waivers-announced-for-2020-arrl-field-day
1940 Field day - something to learn from in for 2020 - https://onetuberadio.com/2020/06/10/field-day-1940-and-field-day-2020/
Stuart KB1HQS portable operating on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSkFZt2bfUZ-w3xNxUANFVw
Chameleon MPAS Antenna System - https://chameleonantenna.com/shop-here/ols/products/cha-mpas-modular-portable-antenna-system-20
SainSmart TS100 Style 12V Soldering Iron - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0183RJIUE/
Fuel and Water Containers (Shameless Canadian Plug) Sceptre Military Fuel Containers - https://scepter.com/products/military-products/
MFC Wrench - https://jagmte.com/products/scepter-mfc-wrench
MFC Spout - https://scepter.com/products/military-products/military-accessories/military-fuel-can-spout-3-4-19-mm-04856/
Mike Walker VA3MW is back to deep dive on building the ultimate remote shack control solution.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/Remote-Station-Control
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Mike’s Rotor controller - http://www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/d89.html and https://blog.radioartisan.com/yaesu-rotator-computer-serial-interface/
Field Day 2020 update - http://www.arrl.org/news/temporary-rule-waivers-announced-for-2020-arrl-field-day
Flex Radio Remote Operating Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0ws9gLZHBU
Bill Meara N2CQR from the SolderSmoke Podcast is in to talk about adventures in homebrew and the history of SolderSmoke.
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PERMALINK: https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/Bill-Meara-from-the-SolderSmoke-Podcast
SolderSmoke Podcast - http://www.soldersmoke.com/
SolderSmoke Blog - http://soldersmoke.blogspot.com/
SolderSmoke YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC20TcdWSSFliMhg3k2A1a5w
Global Adventures in Wireless Electronics - https://www.amazon.com/SolderSmoke-Global-Adventures-Wireless-Electronics-ebook/dp/B004V9FIVW
Michigan Might Mite DIY QRP Project - https://qrpguys.com/mmm-40m-transmitter
Marcel Stieber AI6MS and Vince D’Eon VE6LK join to talk about administering remote ham license exams in the US and Canada during COVID-19. Rod Hardman VA3ON joins to talk about remote Field Day operations.
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/Remote-Ham-Radio-License-Exams-and-Remote-Field-Day
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Digilent Analog Discovery HRWB bundle code: ham radio workbench 2020 - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Marcel’s Workbench
- https://twitter.com/AI6MS and https://www.qrz.com/db/AI6MS
- LiFePO4 battery pack: https://twitter.com/AI6MS/status/1241786940803796992
- https://hackaday.io/project/161771-lipow-the-usb-c-lipo-battery-charger
- https://blog.thelifeofkenneth.com/2020/03/building-my-own-50ah-lifepo4-lithium.html
- https://elekitsorparts.com/product/npr-70-modem-by-f4hdk-new-packet-radio-over-70cm-band-amateur-radio-packet-radio
Vince’s Workbench
- http://w8bh.net/MorseTutor1.pdf
- https://caig.com/deoxit-d-series/
- Repurposed retractor https://www.xsscuba.com/accessories/console-retractor
- ATMEGA32U4 Beetle Dev Board https://alexnld.com/product/geekcreit-beetle-usb-atmega32u4-mini-development-board-5v-dc-for-arduino-leonardo-r3/
- https://twitter.com/vincedeon
- http://www.ve6lk.com
- http://www.fars.ca
Marcel
- https://blog.hamstudy.org/2020/04/fully-remote-amateur-radio-license-exam-administration/
- https://hamstudy.org/sessions
- https://glaarg.org/remote-sessions
- March 26, 2020 first Fully-Remote Exam Session in the US from W5YI - Richard batemann KD7BBC
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- http://www.southgatearc.org/news/2020/march/usa-conducts-first-all-online-ham-radio-exam.htm
- Anchorage VEC Proctored Remote Exams https://kl7aa.org/vec/remote-testing/
http://www.arrl.org/field-day
http://www.arrl.org/news/field-day-2020-a-time-to-adapt
http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Field-Day/2020/Creative%20Approaches%20to%20Field%20Day%202020.pdf
Vince’s “Field Day 2013”
http://ve6lk.com/home/how-field-day-became-a-reality-the-story-of-the-high-river-flood-of-2013/
http://ve6lk.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2013-FARS-FD-entry_Page_1.jpg
https://www.flexradio.com/flex-6600/
http://www.remoterig.com/wp/
https://www.ui.com/products/#airmax
CW Ops https://cwops.org/
Mike Walker VA3MW from Flex Radio joins us as we welcome Flex Radio as our latest sponsor. We spend time catching up on projects, and share some news about the next 100 episodes.
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Genesun discount code - HAM10OFF - https://sunforgellc.com/genasun/
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/and-now-for-something-completely-different
We welcome our new sponsor, Flex Radio - https://www.flexradio.com/
Flex Radio and Raytheon announcement - https://www.flexradio.com/flexradio-announces-strategic-partnership-with-raytheon/
Flex Radio and Remote Operating Episode - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/flex-radio-and-remote-operating-updates
JDY-40 Data Radios - https://usa.banggood.com/JDY-40-2_4G-Wireless-Serial-Port-Transmission-And-Transceiver-Integrated-Remote-Communication-Module-p-1323988.html?gmcCountry=CA&createTmp=1&utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=cpc_bgs&utm_content=haosen&utm_campaign=ssc-cag-en-0214&gclid=Cj0KCQjwyur0BRDcARIsAEt86IAOhencyTuo3qvFgBFleafabBtuiSR5WlYV6AQ9i7afF4XLvoh1muwaAnW5EALw_wcB&cur_warehouse=CN
PackTenna presentation for the Foothill Amateur Radio Society last night by skype - http://www.bay-net.org/resources.html
Vero VGC VR-N7500 Headless App Controlled Radio - http://www.randl.com/shop/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=75121&osCsid=0g33e30fj1bih1s6drrupfqnm7
Anytone ATD-578UV III Pro - http://www.randl.com/shop/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=75030&osCsid=0g33e30fj1bih1s6drrupfqnm7
Anytone ATD-578UV III Pro Technical Deep Dive - http://members.optuszoo.com.au/jason.reilly1/578mods.htm
HRWB joins the Ham Radio media Century Club! We're joined by Brittany, Smitty, Rod, Kenneth, and Nick to celebrate the 100th episode of HRWB!
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/Century-Club
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YouTube Live Stream - https://youtu.be/owBoGf8r4Xw
More from BayCon 2020! Mike Lavelle K6ML talks about his 122 GHz microwave radio and record setting contact. Jim Eagleson WB6JNN speaks on weak signal VHF operating. Finally, Joel Wilhite KD6W talks Digital Amateur TV.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/baycon-2020-part-2
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K6ML Presentation from 2020 - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/122_ghz_radio_k6ml.pdf
K6ML Presentation from 2018 - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/k6ml-122ghzradio-baycon2018.pdf
WB6JNN Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/vhf_weak_signal_wb6jnn.pdf
KD6W Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/digital_amateur_tv_kd6w.pdf
KD6W QSO Today interview - https://www.qsotoday.com/podcasts/kd6w
Wayne Yoshida KH6WZ , long-time friend of George, stops by to talk about microwave radio and contesting.
PERMALINK- https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/more-microwave-radio
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Genasun Discount Code - HAM10OFF
Wayne Yoshida KH6WZ - https://wayne-yoshida-kh6wz.com/
YouTube: youtube.com/user/KH6WZ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/waynetyoshida/
Blog: https://wayne-yoshida-kh6wz.com/
beBee: bebee.com/bee/wayne-yoshida
Featured on a Jeri Ellsworth (AI6TK) video at Maker Faire Bay Area 2019 (the last Bay Area MF): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77x-Q6dmmZs
RobotDyn Black Pill STM32 ARM M4 - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077SLHVNW
Palomar Engineers Mix 31 Ferrite - https://palomar-engineers.com/ferrite-products/ferrite-beads/Mix-31-c24443738
Info on ferrite cores - http://www.karinya.net/g3txq/chokes/
Jeremy’s new Synth workstation design - https://twitter.com/KF7IJZ/status/1230678192802926592/photo/1
Autodesk Fusion 360 FREE for hobbyists - https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/fusion-360-design-validate/is-fusion-360-free-indefinitely-if-your-a-hobbyist/td-p/6280628
Daisy Audio Development Platform - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/electro-smith/daisy-an-embedded-platform-for-music
Pure Data Multimedia Visual Programming Language - https://puredata.info/
Shapeoko - https://carbide3d.com/shapeoko/
San Bernardino Microwave Society: http://www.ham-radio.com/sbms/
The World Above 1000 MHz: http://www.g3pho.org.uk/
North Texas Microwave Society: http://www.ntms.org/
50 MHz and Up Group: http://www.50mhzandup.org/
Down East Microwave - https://www.downeastmicrowave.com/
DB6NT Microwave Products - http://www.db6nt.de/en/home.html
Microwave Contesting in flat lands - http://km0t.com/
What a microwave rig looks like - https://wayneyoshidakh6wz.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/not-for-leftoversfor-mud2007.pdf
It’s time for BayCon 2020! This week we feature Rob Fenn KC6TYD talking about Parachute Mobile and Marcel Streiber AI6MS speaking about lithium batteries.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/BayCon-2020-Part-1
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Save 10% on Genasun Products - HAM10OFF
BayCon 2020 Presentations - http://www.bay-net.org/resources.html
Genasun has been the answer to an RFI free solar charging experience for George and Jeremy for many years. This week, Ryan Gurin from Genasun joins us to talk all things solar power. We deep dive on charge controllers, battery technology, and panel technology.
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Save 10% on Genasun Products - HAM10OFF
Electro Smith Daisy Synthesizer Development Platform - https://www.gearnews.com/namm-2020-electrosmith-daisy-microcomputer-audio-development-platform/
Genasun MPPT Solar Charge Controllers - https://sunforgellc.com/genasun/
Blue Sky Energy - https://sunforgellc.com/blue-sky-energy/
Life Blue Batteries self heating batteries with BlueTooth! - http://www.lifebluebattery.com/rv-boat-lithium-ion-batteries/
Battery University - https://batteryuniversity.com/
Ferrule Crimpers - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H950AK4/
Ferrule Kit - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XCX8FMZ/
GV-5 Mod - https://sunforgellc.com/gv-5-mod/
Grape Solar Panels - https://www.homedepot.com/s/grape%2520solar?NCNI-5
MC4 Connectors - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MC4_connector
Charging and Discharging a battery at the same time - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uA_WEykbGE4
LiFePO4 vs AGM Batteries - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjQ-FT6KY0
George and Jeremy debrief on 2020 Winter Field Day.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/2020-winter-field-day-debrief
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RadioRouter - http://www.hamstack.com/ss_mixer.html
Rigol Z Series Frequency Counter Accuracy - https://blog.adafruit.com/2016/03/31/accuracy-with-the-rigol-ds1054z-frequency-counter/
CI-V Cables - https://www.ebay.com/str/bluemax49ers
Max Gain Systems fiberglass masts - https://MGS4u.com/
KD8LBS Winter Field Day Debrief - https://www.kd8lbs.com/2020/01/26/2020-winter-field-day/
Vance Martin N3VEM was previously on HRWB back in 2017 talking to us about his mobile device digital mode interface. Since then he has undertaken a complete design and build of a dream ham shack. Vance talks us through the process of designing and building the ultimate ham shack in his basement including some unique approaches to walls and mounting.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/designing-the-perfect-ham-shack
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Vance Martin N3VEM - https://twitter.com/n3vem
Vance’s Blog - https://www.n3vem.com/
“Shack construction” posts start here: https://www.n3vem.com/blog/welcome
HRWB019 Listener Projects Episode - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/listener-projects
N3VEM on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/n3vem/?hl=en
Parks on the Air - https://parksontheair.com/
Ham Radio 360 POTA Episode - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/02/21/ham-radio-360-w-w-f-f-aka-parks-on-the-air/
Winter Field Day - https://www.winterfieldday.com/
Ham Radio Workbench Introduction to Networking - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/introduction-to-networking-and-network-security
Behringer XR12 - https://www.behringer.com/Categories/Behringer/Mixers/Digital/XR12/p/P0BI6#googtrans(en|en)
Galaxy Audio AXS10 RM Rack Mounted Mixer - https://www.galaxyaudio.com/products/axs-10rm
MXL 770 Cardioid Condenser Microphone - http://www.mxlmics.com/microphones/studio/770/
JBL LSR305s MK2 Studio Monitors - https://www.jbl.com/studio-monitors/305PMKII-.html?dwvar_305PMKII-_color=Black-GLOBAL-Current
Build of N3VEM’s Shack - https://www.n3vem.com/blog/busy-beaver
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig - https://www.kregtool.com/store/c13/kreg-jigsreg/p522/kreg-pocket-hole-jig-320/
DX Engineering Ferrites - https://www.dxengineering.com/search/product-line/dx-engineering-ferrite?autoview=SKU&sortby=Default&sortorder=Ascending
Grounding and Bonding for THE Radio Amateur - https://www.arrl.org/shop/Grounding-and-Bonding-for-the-Radio-Amateur
Motorola Radio Site grounding guide - https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/Lands_ROW_Motorola_R56_2005_manual.pdf
Blue Sea DC Wiring App - http://circuitwizard.bluesea.com/#
Smitty is back to talk to us about the new M17 Open Source Digital Radio System Project - an all encompassing 100% open source design that aims to implement digital radio communications similar to DMR but built on 100% open technology.
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/M17-Open-Source-Digital-Radio-System
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Smitty’s github - https://github.com/SmittyHalibut/
Smitty’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbqAVJZju972nkt06BshQqQ?view_as=subscriber
Smitty on Twitter - https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
M17 Open Source DMR-Like Hardware and Software System - https://teletra.pl/M17/blog/summary
M17 Forums - https://teletra.pl/forum/index.php#c2
M17 Github - https://github.com/sp5wwp/M17_spec/blob/master/M17-Protocol.md
M17 IRC - http://www.geekshed.net/ The #M17 channel.
KB6NU Blog Post on M17 - https://www.kb6nu.com/m17-an-open-source-dmr-like-system/
Travis Goodspeed’s MD380tools - https://github.com/travisgoodspeed/md380tools
Codec 2 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codec_2
FreeDV - https://freedv.org/
Bruce Perens’ “HT of the Future” - https://perens.com/2019/05/23/ht-of-the-future-new-design/
Bruce Perens on Open Radio on QSOToday Podcast - https://www.qsotoday.com/podcasts/k6bp
Amateurs and Pactor - https://hackaday.com/2018/11/26/fcc-gets-complaint-proposed-ham-radio-rules-hurt-national-security/
Pactor and the FCC - https://ecfsapi.fcc.gov/file/10808597817982/ExParteCommunicationAug8.pdf
Dennis Kidder W6DQ joins George to further discuss classic radio collecting and restoration.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/more-classic-radios
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Benchduino is 20% off for the Holidays (good through Jan 1, 2020) - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p11/benchduino-pcb-set.html
Dennis Kider W6DQ on QSO Today - https://www.qsotoday.com/podcasts/w6dq
It’s Black Friday so George and Jeremy have a low-key show talking about the new BayNet Ham Radio Trailer Design considerations.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/ham-radio-trailer-design
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Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2019” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Benchduino back in stock and 20% off through the end of the year - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p11/benchduino-pcb-set.html
K8MRD PackTenna Mini Follow Up - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wp_3bms9v8
Midnight Solar Kid 30A Solar Charge Controller - https://www.midnitesolar.com/pages/kid/index.php
Battle Born 100 Ah LiFePo4 Battle Born LiFePO4 Deep Cycle Battery - https://battlebornbatteries.com/shop/12v-lifepo4-deep-cycle-battery/
LiFePo4 Charger - Progressive Dynamics PD9245CV Inteli-Power Charger with Charge Wizard - 45 Amp
Genesun 10 A solar charge controller - https://sunforgellc.com/gv-10/
Victron BMV-712 Battery Monitor
Comet Diamond K9000LRMO Motorized Rack Antenna Mount Power Tilt
FSN AE3 Motorized Antenna Lift Mount 12V Motor Drive Mount - https://www.ebay.com/itm/AE3-Motorized-Antenna-Lift-Mount-12V-Motor-Drive-Mount-for-Base-Station-Antenna/113336884837?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160908105057%26meid%3D9496a8fa68e74216b3769f238eb5535e%26pid%3D100675%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D15%26mehot%3Dlo%26sd%3D113336884837%26itm%3D113336884837%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2380057&_trksid=p2380057.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci%3A2ea70eaf-1484-11ea-812d-74dbd180e3a4%7Cparentrq%3Ac36ee06016e0a99b86e3a093ffffecf4%7Ciid%3A1
Battery Switch - Blue Sea Systems E-Series 9001E Selector 4-Position Battery Switch
6U Rack Frame - StarTech.com 6U Wall Mount Patch Panel Bracket - 14 inch Deep - 19" Patch Panel Rack
Antenna patch panel - 24 Port BNC 50 OHM Female Patch Panel Rackmount
Mark “Smitty” Smith KR6ZY and John Jacobs W7DBO join us to talk about workbench and ham radio gift ideas for this holiday season.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/2019-holiday-shopping-show
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Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2019” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Benchduino back in stock - Holiday Sale on Bechnduino 20% off $40 through the end of the year!!! - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p11/benchduino-pcb-set.html
HRWB Holiday Shopping Shows - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/category/shopping-show
NanoVNA - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/reviews-of-the-nanovna-an-ultra-low-cost-50-vector-network-analyzer/
In-Line DC Power Meter - https://www.ebay.com/itm/Digital-DC-combo-Meter-LCD-Watt-Power-Volt-Amp-RC-Battery-charging-Analyzer-M/152339793114?fbclid=IwAR0u9SlZi2Dm6zOJyZt4fDTu7w_pjBIEYD_FiNfLymxtQUbMjcNHjfB17P0
Airspy HF Discovery - https://v3.airspy.us/product/airspy-hf-discovery/
Prusa 3d Prusa Mini - https://www.prusa3d.com/original-prusa-mini/
Hakko FX-888D Soldering Station - https://www.amazon.com/FX888D-23BY-Digital-Soldering-Station-FX-888D/dp/B07XLNF5PK
Hakko FX-951 Solidering Station - https://www.amazon.com/AMERICAN-HAKKO-PRODUCTS-INC-FX-951/dp/B0012B8NW8
Hakko FR-300 Desoldering Gun - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-FR-301-Desoldering-Tool/dp/B07BKSLLG9
Hakko 611 Solder Spool Holder - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-611-2-Dual-Solder-Stand/dp/B009SCL8XE/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=hakko+soldering+spool&qid=1573926267&s=hi&sr=1-2
Hakko FA-400 Solder Smoke Absorber - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-FA400-04-Bench-ESD-Safe-Absorber/dp/B00FZPSEY4/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=hakko+fa-400&qid=1573926942&sr=8-1
JLC PCB Service - https://jlcpcb.com/
Seeed Nano V3 Pocket 200khz Oscilloscope - https://www.seeedstudio.com/DSO-Nano-v3.html
iFixit tool kit
https://www.amazon.com/Syntus-Precision-Screwdriver-Electronics-Controller/dp/B0772SP617/ref=sr_1_6?crid=11Q3MZM5LFV5D&keywords=ifixit+tool+kit&qid=1573927947&s=industrial&sprefix=ifixit%2Cindustrial%2C204&sr=1-6
100pcs Solder Seal Wire Connectors, Sopoby Heat Shrink Butt Connectors - https://amzn.to/2XuCwGR
Silicone Soldering Mat Heat Resistant - https://amzn.to/2KsqZCe
KAI-200 - Antenna Analyzer - WSPR Transmitter ($?)
http://jackdev23.wixsite.com/iw2ndh-swr-analyzer
Panavise Jr - https://www.amazon.com/PanaVise-Model-201-Junior-Miniature/dp/B000B61D22/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=panavise+jr&qid=1573926550&s=hi&sr=1-2
iFixIt Driver Kit - https://www.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-299-4-Driver-Bit-64pc/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=ifixit&qid=1573928431&sr=8-4
W6BHZ, Cal Poly Amateur Radio Club selling a bunch of classic boat anchors from a local SK: https://www.w6bhz.org/for-sale/
AnyTone D578 - https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/products/at-d578uv
TAC-Comm Metal Enclosures - https://www.tac-comm.com/
CS-800 DMR - http://www.connectsystems.com/products/top/radios%20CS800.htm
TYT MD-430 - https://www.mtcradio.com/tyt-md-430-uhf-400-470-mhz-2-watts-dmr-analog-compact-ham-radio-handheld-w-programming-cable/
Eric Swartz WA6HHQ of Elecraft joins us to give an update on the forthcoming K4 Line of direct sampling HF Transceivers.
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Benchduino back in stock - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p11/benchduino-pcb-set.html
Particle IoT Platform - https://www.particle.io/
Particle Boron LTE IoT Device - https://store.particle.io/products/boron-lte-kit
Keter Plastic Shelving - https://www.lowes.com/pd/Keter-74-in-H-x-36-in-W-x-18-in-D-4-Tier-Plastic-Freestanding-Shelving-Unit/1000988058
BNC to 3.5mm cable - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TH8QZCR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Dymo 160 Label Maker - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005X9VZ70/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00
Elecraft K4 HF Transceiver - https://elecraft.com/pages/k4-pre-order
Waters and Stanton - UK Hamfest K4 Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngY2hvDQrD0
Understanding HF Receiver Specifications - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/understanding-hf-receiver-specifications
RemoteHams - https://www.remotehams.com/
John Jacobs from the Field Radio Podcast joins us to talk about preparing for field radio operations.
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Field Radio Podcast - http://fieldradiopodcast.org/
W7DBO.net - http://w7dbo.net/
John on Twitter - https://twitter.com/FieldRadioPod
Extreme Cold Weather Gear - http://w7dbo.net/articles_cold.php
Karinya - http://www.karinya.net/
ATT Signal Booster - https://www.amazon.com/Booster-Amplifier-Cellular-T-Mobile-Increase/dp/B07SC9LKTB/ref=asc_df_B07SC9LKTB/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=344108281580&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10457747667646125502&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061323&hvtargid=pla-783527962771&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=73225757470&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=344108281580&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10457747667646125502&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061323&hvtargid=pla-783527962771
Boost Mobile Signal Booster - https://www.wilsonamplifiers.com/blog/boost-mobile-signal-booster/
Kenneth Finnegan W6KWF talks to us about building internets (separate ot “The Internet”) to support communication in Ham Radio Activities such as Emergencies and Field Day, without radios.
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Review of the amazing Flirc Pi case https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p51pL4jb0D0
Flirc Raspberry Pi 4 Case - https://www.amazon.com/Flirc-Raspberry-Pi-Case-Silver/dp/B07WG4DW52/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3GG30Z1AYVKM6&keywords=flirc+raspberry+pi+4&qid=1570242886&sprefix=flirc%2Cindustrial%2C173&sr=8-3
MQTT - http://mqtt.org/
Mosquito - https://mosquitto.org/
Thermal gap filler is a thing
RJ-45 to BNC adapters - 75 ohm CCTV baluns! - https://www.amazon.com/Igreeman-1080P-5MP-Surveillance-Transceiver-Connector/dp/B07967ZXBF/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_421_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=8VZ5MVXDTS334K71S21E
C4LABS Pi Cluster - https://www.c4labs.com/product/8-slot-stackable-cluster-case-raspberry-pi-3b-and-other-single-board-computers-color-options/
Modular Grid - https://www.modulargrid.net/e/modules/home
BayCon discussion on ARKNet - http://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/2018-baycon-radio-conference
HamWAN - https://hamwan.org/
Ubiquiti - https://www.ui.com/
MikroTik - https://mikrotik.com/
RFC1918 - Address Allocation for Private Internets - https://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc1918
AMPRnet - https://www.ampr.org/
WriteLog - https://writelog.com/
Computer Aided Dispatch - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer-aided_dispatch
TicketsCAD - https://www.limswiki.org/index.php/Tickets_CAD
BlackFlower - https://github.com/PhirePhly/blackflower
NextCloud - https://nextcloud.com/
Mattermost - https://mattermost.com/
Asterisk - https://www.asterisk.org/
@KWF on Twitter - https://twitter.com/KWF
Kenneth’s Blog - https://Blog.thelifeofkenneth.com/
Jeff Lehman N8ACL joins us to talk Voice over IP / Radio over IP options beyond D-Star/DMR/Yaesu System Fusion, etc. We explore technologies like IRLP, Echolink, and AllStar.
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React International Public Service through Communications - https://reactintl.org/
GMRS - https://www.fcc.gov/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs
Linux Logical Volume Manager Intro - https://opensource.com/business/16/9/linux-users-guide-lvm
FLIRC Raspberry Pi 4 Case - https://flirc.tv/more/raspberry-pi-4-case
USB Booting of Raspberry Pi 4 (until the bootloader supports this) - https://jamesachambers.com/raspberry-pi-4-usb-boot-config-guide-for-ssd-flash-drives/
Cactus Intertie Network - http://www.cactus-intertie.org/
Voice over Internet Protocol - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Voice_over_IP
Radio over Internet Protocol - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio_over_IP
Internet Radio Linking Project - http://www.irlp.net/
Echolink - http://www.echolink.org/
AllStar Link - https://web-tpa.allstarlink.org/
Asterisk IP Telephony Software - https://www.asterisk.org/
HamVOIP - https://hamvoip.org/
AllStar Universal Radio Interface - http://dmkeng.com/index.htm
Turn-key node hardware - http://www.micro-node.com/
USB AllStar Interface - http://usham.net/
Examples of Network Radio Hardware - https://network-radios.com/
HamShack Hotline - https://hamshackhotline.com/
Mike Walker, VA3MW, from Flex Radio Systems joins us to check on the latest at Flex and in remote radio operation.
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/Flex-Radio-and-Remote-Operating-Updates
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Cale K4CDN’s Fundraiser - https://www.gofundme.com/help-the-nelson-family-as-carla-beats-cancer
Flex Radio - https://www.flexradio.com/
IQ Router - http://evenroute.com/iqrouter
Remote switch - https://www.kmtronic.com/
Node Red programming environment - https://nodered.org/
Node Red on Raspberry Pi - https://nodered.org/docs/getting-started/raspberrypi
MQTT - http://mqtt.org/
Mark “Smitty” Smith KR6ZY returns to debrief us on Amateur Radio at DEFCON 27. He also unveils the winner of his project pole, the QRP Service Monitor and deep dives on his design vision for the project.
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Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland - https://disneyland.disney.go.com/destinations/disneyland/star-wars-galaxys-edge/
Droid Depot - https://disneyland.disney.go.com/shops/disneyland/droid-depot/
Star Wars Rebels - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2930604/
Chopper Droid - https://starwarsfans.fandom.com/wiki/Chopper
Here's What Happens When an 18 Year Old Buys a Mainframe - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45X4VP8CGtk
BayNet Club survey - http://www.bay-net.org/survey.html
Raspberry Pi Airplay Streaming Host - https://thepi.io/how-to-set-up-a-raspberry-pi-airplay-receiver/
https://www.hackster.io/opcode/apple-airplay-on-raspberry-pi-in-7-easy-steps-c7ff40
https://9to5toys.com/2019/01/03/raspberry-pi-airplay-receiver-setup/
Shairport-sync - https://github.com/mikebrady/shairport-sync
DIY Synth Guy Introduction to Op Amp Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQlSs3PObyY
Teensy 4.0 - https://www.pjrc.com/store/teensy40.html
HiFiBerry Raspberry Pi DACs and Amps - https://www.hifiberry.com/
Pimoroni pHATDAC for Raspberry Pi - https://shop.pimoroni.com/products/phat-dac
DEFCON - https://www.defcon.org/
What is DefCon? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ctQOmjQyYg
Open Research Institute, Phase 4 Ground Station - https://openresearch.institute/2019/05/11/phase-4-ground-video-report-10-may-2019/
Smitty talking about microcontrollers at DefCon 21 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiMdhnXuG58
Oral History of the movie Hackers - https://www.slashfilm.com/hackers-oral-history/
BadgeLife Documentary - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2fHKRONc6U
Smitty’s Design notes on the QRP Service Monitor - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AvHzDoBxXDUolqx6FsBMn076Gl0RjaEZqFqrANyeqWs/edit#heading=h.4zi320kpso8n
Jack Mandelman K1VT joins us again to talk about Magnetic Loop Antennas.
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Wikipedia article on Magnetic Loop Antennas - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loop_antenna
Magnetic Loop Antenna Dimension calculators - G4FGQ http://www.zerobeat.net/G4FGQ/page3.html#S301%22
4NEC2 Antenna modeling software - https://www.qsl.net/4nec2/
Ciro Mazzoni Automatic Magnetic Loop Antennas - https://www.dxengineering.com/search/brand/ciro-mazzoni/product-line/ciro-mazzoni-automatic-magnetic-loop-antennas?autoview=SKU&sortby=Default&sortorder=Ascending
http://www.ciromazzoni.com/loop-antenna
Alexloop - http://www.alexloop.com/
VE3UK 6m loop antenna - http://www.magloop.com
Flexible feedline to make loops 7/8" Cellflex cable - https://www.talleycom.com/viewProduct?rlProdNum=RFSLCF78-50JA-A7&_vsrefdom=adwords&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI16WP1LX54wIVCh6tBh3LoQ2zEAAYASAAEgJA5vD_BwE
Solid Signal 1-1/4" flex cable - https://www.solidsignal.com/pview.asp?p=UCF114-50JA&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cse&utm_term=ucf114-50ja&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI16WP1LX54wIVCh6tBh3LoQ2zEAQYBSABEgK3HvD_BwE
Solid Signal 7/8" flex cable for transmitting loop - https://www.solidsignal.com/pview.asp?p=lcf78-50jaa7
McMaster Carr - https://www.mcmaster.com/
Olander Company - https://www.olander.com/
LZ1AQ RX loop preamplifier - http://www.lz1aq.signacor.com/
AFEDRI SDR-Net description - http://www.afedri-sdr.com/
Remote Hams - http://remotehams.com/
Background image in episode banner © Trixt / Wikimedia Commons - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loop_antenna#/media/File:Loop_antenna.jpg
In this episode, Gerald Wilson KK5FO gives us an overview of general receiver software for Software Defined Radios and deep dives on software designed for specific applications.
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Homebrew Heros - https://homebrewheroes.org/
Star Tech Wall Mount Rack - https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Mount-Patch-Panel-Bracket/
Navpoint rack - https://www.amazon.com/NavePoint-Network-Server-Cabinet-Enclosure/
Pop!_OS - https://system76.com/pop
The 8 bit guy on youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8uT9cgJorJPWu7ITLGo9Ww
Strange Parts on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8DQrSp5yEP937qNqTooOw
VNC on Raspberry Pi - https://www.raspberrypi.org/documentation/remote-access/vnc/
VNC Viewer App - https://www.realvnc.com/en/connect/download/viewer/
3Blue1Brown on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO_jab_esuFRV4b17AJtAw
Signals Everywhere on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/pspheaven
RTL-SDR Supported Software - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/big-list-rtl-sdr-supported-software/
SDR# - https://airspy.com/download/
Fast Fourier Transforms - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spUNpyF58BY
MFJ SDR Interface - https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-1708SDR
GQRX Linux/Mac SDR Software - http://gqrx.dk/
SDR Console - https://www.sdr-radio.com/
SpyServer Remote SDR Receiver Locations - https://airspy.com/directory/
GQRX Raspberry Pi 3 Version - http://gqrx.dk/download/gqrx-sdr-for-the-raspberry-pi
Cubic SDR - https://cubicsdr.com/
SDR Touch Android SDR Application - https://sdrtouch.com/
iOS SDR Receiver - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/new-rtl-sdr-receiver-app-for-ios-released/
Openwebrx SDR Web Server Application - https://sdr.hu/openwebrx
Yet Another APRS Client - https://www.ka2ddo.org/ka2ddo/YAAC.html
VB Cables - https://www.vb-audio.com/Cable/
Weather Satellite Reception - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/tag/wxtoimg/
GNUAIS AIR Reception - http://gnuais.sourceforge.net/
Skyboat - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curtiss_NC-4
The Harrowing Journey of a Pacific Clipper - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0GbkM6n90o
ADSB - https://www.faa.gov/nextgen/programs/adsb/
FlightAware - https://flightaware.com/
ADSB Exchange - https://www.adsbexchange.com/
Piaware FlightAware Image - https://flightaware.com/adsb/piaware/
Dump1090 - https://github.com/antirez/dump1090
Virtual Radar Server - http://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/
POCSAG - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/POCSAG
SIGIDWIKI - https://www.sigidwiki.com/wiki/Signal_Identification_Guide
POCSAG Decoding - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/rtl-sdr-tutorial-pocsag-pager-decoding/
PDW Pager Decoder - https://www.discriminator.nl/pdw/index-en.html
Linux multimon decoding - https://github.com/EliasOenal/multimon-ng
Unitrunker - http://www.unitrunker.com/
DSD Plus - https://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/DSDPlus
RadioReference Database of Frequencies and Systems - https://www.radioreference.com/
Gerald Wilson KK5FO stops by to talk about the state of Software Defined Radio Hardware and Software in 2019. This show was intended to cover hardware and software applications, but the hardware segment went long. We will cover SDR software in an upcoming episode.
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Cale K4CDN’s Fundraiser - https://www.gofundme.com/help-the-nelson-family-as-carla-beats-cancer
Raspberry Pi 4 - https://www.raspberrypi.org/blog/raspberry-pi-4-on-sale-now-from-35/
Raspberry PI 4 USB C - https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2019/07/raspberry-pi-4-uses-incorrect-usb-c-design-wont-work-with-some-chargers/
Etus Research X300 SDR - https://www.ettus.com/all-products/x300-kit/
QNAP SFP to Thunderbolt Adapter - https://www.qnap.com/en-us/product/qna-tb-10gbe
Improving Windows 10 for USB Data - https://bandzoogle.com/blog/20-ways-to-optimize-your-windows-10-pc-for-music-production
DPC Latency Guide - https://support.focusrite.com/hc/en-gb/articles/208360865-Troubleshooting-DPC-latency
SIXFAB LTE Modems for Raspberry Pi - https://sixfab.com/product-category/raspberry-pi-shields
Dell SDR laptop - http://amzn.com/B07JXTFJVB
Pimoroni Square Touchscreen for Raspberry Pi - https://shop.pimoroni.com/products/hyperpixel-4-square
Adafruit Touchscreens for Pi - https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-pitft-3-dot-5-touch-screen-for-raspberry-pi/overview
Super Het vs Direct Conversion Receivers - https://www.mwrf.com/systems/differences-between-receiver-types-part-1
RTL Broadcast SDR Filters (Scroll Down) - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/buy-rtl-sdr-dvb-t-dongles/
miniVNA Tiny - http://miniradiosolutions.com/54-2/
Mini Circuits RF Filters - https://www.minicircuits.com/WebStore/RF-Filters.html
Leo Bodnar Mini GPSDO - https://v3.airspy.us/product/lb-gpsdo-mini/
RTL-SDR KerberosSDR - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/kerberossdr-4x-coherent-rtl-sdr#/
LimeSDR - https://myriadrf.org/projects/component/
HackRF - https://greatscottgadgets.com/hackrf/
RTL-SDR Blog - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/
AirSpy SDRs - https://airspy.com/
AirSpy SDR Shop in the US - https://v3.airspy.us/
SDRPlay - https://www.sdrplay.com/
Ettus b200 Mini SDR - https://www.ettus.com/all-products/usrp-b200mini/
Scott Kerr KE1RR, President of the Collins Collectors Association, talks to us about the history of Collins radios, the joy of collecting vintage equipment, and considerations for restoration.
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George’s Field Day Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKBAwyZKl-c
Xiegu G90 HF Radio - https://www.amazon.com/Xiegu-Amateur-Transceiver-0-5-30MHz-Structure/dp/B07PQQVPDD
Collins Collectors Association - http://www.collinsradio.org/
Videos for Collins 75A-4 - https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=collins+75a4
Essential Workbench for Vintage Gear - http://www.collinsradio.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/The-Right-Stuff-for-your-Test-Bench-Kerr.pdf
This week Smitty KR6ZY joins George in the cohost chair as Jeremy had family obligations. George talks about his new found interest in a series of tubes, and Mark talks about finding a new found interest.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/new-pursuits-in-the-old-hobby
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Smitty’s Rotatable Dipole - https://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/5763
Drake R4C & T4XC
Collins 75S1
Collins 75A4
ARES proposed standard audio interfaces - http://www.sloecc.org/headsets/proposal_ares_standard_headset.pdf
Mark’s Poll - what should he work on? - https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut/status/1140629582669705216?s=21
Rod Hardman, VA3ON joins us to share his take on the 2019 Hamvention as someone who was actually able to go out and experience it!
Cale K4CDN GoFundMe to help w/ Carla’s Cancer - https://www.gofundme.com/help-the-nelson-family-as-carla-beats-cancer
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/2019-Hamvention-Debrief
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Mike K8MRD 12VDC Power Strip Board live build - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9l9VaEKd4P0&t=68s
Review of Packtenna Mini https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k083sSNGXyI
MFJ Battery Booster - MFJ-4416C - https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-4416C
MFJ Battery Booster Control Head - MFJ-4416BRC - https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-4416BRC
Contest University Video Library - https://www.contestuniversity.com/videos/
K1EL WKUSB Mini Winkeyer - https://www.hamcrafters2.com/WKmini.html
K3NG Arduino Based CW Keyer - https://blog.radioartisan.com/arduino-cw-keyer/
Jeremy - uBLOX GPS Breakout board from Airspy.us - https://v3.airspy.us/product/upu-ublox-m8q3a-sma/
Hainbach YouTube Channel - Music from vintage test equipment - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeovElJP0n0i8ADaPsRSd8g
George, Brittany, and Jeremy just returned from Hamvention 2019 in Xenia, OH. We had a record year this year - there was no shortage of folks who stopped by to say hello and to pick up our build projects! In fact, we were so busy that we didn’t get our usual level of coverage this year. A big THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by to say hello and support us. A special big thanks to the guy who bought my go box!
We interview Eric from Elecraft on the new K4 Direct Sampling SDR HF Transceiver, Mike from Flex Radio on the new multiFlex feature, and Kaitlyn from Digilent on the new Analog Discovery Studio. We also include Hans Summer’s presentation from FDIM.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/hamvention-2019
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Elecraft K4 - https://elecraft.com/products/k4-transceiver
Flex Radio multiFlex - https://www.flexradio.com/multiflex/
Digilent Analog Discovery Studio - https://store.digilentinc.com/analog-discovery-studio-a-portable-circuits-laboratory-for-every-student/
Hans Summers’ QRP-Labs - https://www.qrp-labs.com/
John Jacobs W7DBO is back to talk about preparations for ARRL Field Day 2019. We talk equipment, operating styles, and opportunities to improve our skills.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/field-day-2019
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Field Radio Podcast - http://fieldradiopodcast.org/
Field Radio Podcast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdQ0a59Oqea3OF00701H-Ew
Hex Beam (http://k4hex.com/)
DIY Roadcase Store - https://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/
AmazonBasics VESA Laptop Plate - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010QZD6I6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Robot DYN Arduino 2560 Board for Benchduino - https://robotdyn.com/mega-2560-pro-embed-ch340g-atmega2560-16au.html
Signal Search Drone Antenna Video - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk2gD-0yd6GJ1Dh2-7Ko5kg
10x20 Carport - https://www.amazon.com/Caravan-Canopy-20-Feet-Domain-Carport/dp/B0032UY0C4/ref=sr_1_3?crid=238JV80J69UU6&keywords=10x20+canopy+tent&qid=1556939998&s=gateway&sprefix=10x20+%2Celectronics%2C154&sr=8-3
Eurmax 10'x10' Ez Pop Tent Commercial Instant Canopies with 4 Removable Zipper End Side Walls and Roller Bag Bonus 4 SandBags Weight, 1-White
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BSLQSVO?aaxitk=NY-kd8Td2dkgmeKO7mrAoQ&pd_rd_i=B01BSLQSVO&pf_rd_p=3fade48a-e699-4c96-bf08-bb772ac0e242&hsa_cr_id=5240242960601&sb-ci-n=asinImage&sb-ci-v=https%3A%2F%2Fimages-na.ssl-images-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F41SzisSNxiL.jpg&sb-ci-a=B01BSLQSVO
SandBag Only - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F0GI2OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Bandpasser Antenna Bandpass Box - https://www.arraysolutions.com/as-419
AT-100PROII - https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/ldg-at-100proii?seid=dxese1&cm_mmc=pla-google-_-shopping-_-dxese1-_-ldg-electronics&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5q214vaA4gIVyR-tBh2spABTEAQYAiABEgLxufD_BwE
Vanquest backpack IBEX - https://www.vanquest.com/ibex-35-backpack-multicam-black/
Par Electronics Omni Loop Antenna - http://www.parelectronics.com/omnis.php
Pneumatic antenna launcher - http://www.antennalaunchers.com/csv19/index.html
iPortable Antenna Analyzer - http://www.iportableus.com/_mgxroot/page_10743.html
Rig Expert Antenna Analyzer Arduino Hat - https://www.gigaparts.com/rigexpert-aa-35-zoom-60-khz-to-35-mhz.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3MOW_oCB4gIVg8JkCh0T3wusEAQYAiABEgIyHfD_BwE
RigExpert Antenna Analyzers - https://rigexpert.com/
Sark 110 Antenna Analyzer - https://www.steppir.com/shop/controllers-analyzers/sark-110-antenna-analyzer/
Goal Zero Light-a-life -
https://www.goalzero.com/shop/yeti-accessories/light-a-life-350-led-light/
https://www.goalzero.com/shop/yeti-accessories/light-a-life-mini-usb-light/
Mini60 Sark100 HF Antenna Analyzer - https://ebay.us/NaDuXH
Goal Zero Torch - https://www.goalzero.com/shop/led-lights/luna-touch-led-light/
George takes us on a tour of the new Benchduino rapid prototyping platform. This platform gives you access to common peripherals such as controls, displays, and even a breakout directly in to the Analog Discover 2! It is compatible with a wide array of processing boards such as the Adafruit Feathers and the Raspberry Pi Zero. We also talk about Hamvention 2019 - we will be there again in booth 3104 - stop by and say hello!
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/benchduino-and-hamvention-2019
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Icom IC-9700 Groups.io Discussion Board - https://groups.io/g/ic-9700
Rate My Radio video on the Icom IC-9700 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAxPc78ZN6Y
Forthcoming Anytone Mobile DMR Radio Details - https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D4DK-4lUcAAzpZq.jpg:large
USB Audio Optimization - https://support.focusrite.com/hc/en-gb/articles/207355205-Optimising-your-PC-for-Audio-on-Windows-10
USB Audio DPC Latency Guide - https://support.focusrite.com/hc/en-gb/articles/208360865-Troubleshooting-DPC-latency
Benchduino Groups.io Discussion Board - https://groups.io/g/benchduino
KB1HQS Portable Gear Series - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3PF-f4-AUo
Eric Swartz, co-founder of Elecraft, drops by to deep dive on panadapters. We talk about their use, their features, and their technology.
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/panadapters
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Elecraft High-Performance HF Radios and Accessories - http://www.elecraft.com/
Elecraft P3 Desktop Panadapter - https://elecraft.com/products/p3-dsp-panadapter-for-the-k3s-and-k3
Elecraft PX3 Panadapter for the KX3 - https://elecraft.com/products/px3-panadapter-for-kx3
California QSO Party - http://www.cqp.org/
CrankIR Portable Antenna - https://www.steppir.com/antennas/vertical-antennas/crankir-vertical-and-dipole/
IKEA Hack Desktop Module Stands - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaJHy8MTfGc
LP Pan 2 - http://www.telepostinc.com/LP-PAN.html
Baseband Definition - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baseband
I and Q Data - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In-phase_and_quadrature_components
NAP3 Panadapter Software - http://www.telepostinc.com/NaP3.html
HDSDR SDR Software - http://www.hdsdr.de/
Intermediate Frequency Definition - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intermediate_frequency
Elecraft Community - https://elecraft.com/pages/community
We bring you the third installment of content from BayCon 2019. Dustin KM6QNK talks to us about Cisco’s Tactical Operations Emergency Communication team. Ray KF6GPE talks to us about the Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS). Reilly K6YAP will take us home with his presentation about Digital Mobile Radio (DMR).
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/BayCon2019-Cisco-TacOps-APRS-DMR
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Cisco Tac Ops Emergency Communications Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/cisco_tacops.pdf
APRS Turns 35 - What's Next ? Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/aprs-turns-35.pdf
Introduction to Digital Voice and DMR Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/k6yap_dmr.pdf
This week, Jason Chonko from Siglent America joins us to talk about getting your first piece of bench test equipment. We also explore signal generators, RF test gear, and exciting things coming from Siglent. Siglent will appear at the 2019 Hamvention.
PERMALINK: https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/test-equipment-with-jason-from-siglent
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Novexcomm IC-7300 Rack Mount Panel - https://www.ebay.com/itm/3U-RACK-PANEL-FOR-ICOM-IC-7300-WITH-SPEAKER-AND-OPTIONAL-30-AMP-POWER-SUPPLY/382552443289?hash=item5911e70999:m:mJFFPuWcLZBPDsKsT1PTRZw&frcectupt=true
Novation Circuit Synth/Groovebox - https://novationmusic.com/circuit/circuit
EEVBlog Siglent VNA Teardown Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxBcQDooAYs
Siglent 200mhz 2 channel Oscilloscope SDS1102X-E (under $400!) - https://www.siglentamerica.com/digital-oscilloscopes/sds1000x-e-series-super-phosphor-oscilloscopes/
Siglent 100mhz 4 channel Oscilloscope SDS1104X-E - https://www.siglentamerica.com/digital-oscilloscopes/sds1000x-e-series-super-phosphor-oscilloscopes/
Siglent DC Power Supplies - https://www.siglentamerica.com/power-supplies/
Siglent Signal Generators - https://www.siglentamerica.com/waveform-generators/
Siglent YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJTMHHYrlZtYZ7v9L4QVPSQ
We go back to BayCon 2019, the Bay Net radio club’s annual radio conference. In the first segment we will hear from Paul Wesling KM6LH about Silicon Valley’s roots in amateur radio. Marcel Stieber AI6MS talks to us about setting up solar power systems for off-grid operation of repeater sites and Field Day.
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/baycon2019-ham-Origins-of-silicon-valley-off-grid-solar-operation
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The Origins of Silicon Valley - Roots in Amateur Radio Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/km6lh_silicon_valley.pdf
Off-grid Solar Systems Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/ai6m_off_grid_solar.pdf
This week we feature several topics related to operating in the field. Jeremy debriefs on the Ohio Valley Experimenters Club 2019 Winter Field Day experience. George brings us two presentations from BayCon 2019 - Doug Hendricks KI6DS on QRP and Rex Vokey KE6MT on Summits on the Air.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/2019-WFD-and-BayCon-QRP-and-SOTA
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Intro to QRP Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/ki6ds_qrp.pdf
Successful SOTA Strategies Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/uploads/1/2/2/7/122774721/ke6mt_sota.pdf
ICOM IC-9700 VHF/UHF Radio - http://www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/hf/9700/default.aspx
Nextion Displays for Hotspots Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Nextion/
Nextion Screen code for Hotspots - https://github.com/PD0DIB/Nextion_HAM-radio-screens
Ohio Valley Experimenters Club Winter Field Day 2019 Video - https://youtu.be/6AVWqdqqfo4
Ohio Valley Experiementers Club - http://ovec.club/
Array Solutions HF Band Pass Filters - https://www.arraysolutions.com/filters/bpf-hpf
Array Solutions Bandpass in a Box Bandpasser II - https://www.arraysolutions.com/filters/bpf-hpf/as-419
LDG Tuner - https://ldgelectronics.com/index.php/products/desktop/at-100proii/
Asus T102HA Transformer Tablet Computer - https://www.asus.com/us/2-in-1-PCs/ASUS-Transformer-Mini-T102HA/
Pneumatic PVC Antenna Launcher - https://www.n1fd.org/2016/10/14/antenna-launcher/
QRP Guys QRP Kits by Doug Henricks KI6DS - https://qrpguys.com/
Rex KE6MT Website - https://www.ke6mt.us/
Brittany KF8IJZ received an Arduino kit with many sensors and addons for Christmas and is starting to get familiar with the microcontroller and its capabilities. Mark KR6ZY joins us to answer the fundamental question of “What is Arduino?” We talk through some fundamentals and some practical examples of projects one can complete with an Arduino compatible microcontroller.
PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/what-is-arduino
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Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2019” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Smitty’s Headphone Amp - http://diyaudioprojects.com/Solid/12AU7-IRF510-LM317-Headamp/
Active Antenna Loop Antenna - https://active-antenna.eu/
Using Filters to smooth Pulse Width Modulation Output - https://hackaday.com/2011/06/16/beginner-concepts-using-a-low-pass-filter-to-smooth-pwm-output/
Arduino analogWrite - https://www.arduino.cc/reference/en/language/functions/analog-io/analogwrite/
Arduino Wire - https://www.arduino.cc/en/reference/wire
What is Arduino - https://www.arduino.cc/en/guide/introduction
Arduino IDE - https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software
Microsoft Visual Code Arduino - https://medium.com/home-wireless/use-visual-studio-code-for-arduino-2d0cf4c1760b
Arduino Software Tools - https://playground.arduino.cc/Main/DevelopmentTools
Arduino Official Language Reference - https://www.arduino.cc/reference/en/
Core Arduino Libraries - https://www.arduino.cc/en/Reference/Libraries
Arduino Libraries - https://playground.arduino.cc/Main/LibraryList
K3NG Arduino Based CW Keyer - https://blog.radioartisan.com/arduino-cw-keyer/
Debouncing a Button in Software - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYOYgU2vlSE
KR6ZY’s 4 part series on TWiT’s Coding 101 on building an Analog Panel Meter clock
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwoGkRf5WnM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSd-jip59PI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWnmMRls1os
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-WKsIuVrIw
Arduino Controlled Fox Hunt Transmitter - http://www.wt4y.com/arduino-fox-controller
Arduino MIDI Controller Tutorial - https://www.arduino.cc/en/tutorial/midi
Randy K7AGE of YouTube fame recently moved in to a new home on the coast of Oregon and had the enviable problem of outfitting his space for Ham Radio and Workbench activities. This week, he joins us to talk about building his workbench as well as how to shop Ham Fests for great deals on test equipment.
PERMALINK - https://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/podcast/building-the-k7age-workbench
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Randy K7AGE on Twitter - https://twitter.com/K7AGE
Randy K7AGE on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/K7AGE
Benchduino Groups.io Group - https://groups.io/g/benchduino
BayCon 2019 - http://baycon.us/
Quartz Fest - http://www.quartzfest.org/
No Nonsense Amateur Radio Podcast - https://nononsenseamateurradio.com/
Adafruit Circuit Playground Express - https://www.adafruit.com/product/3333
QSO Today Interview with Randy K7AGE - https://www.qsotoday.com/podcasts/k7age
Marine Traffic Tracker - https://www.marinetraffic.com/
2x4 Basics - http://www.2x4basics.com/
List of Tektronix TM500 Modules - http://w140.com/tekwiki/wiki/List_of_TM500_and_TM5000_equipment
Alan Wolke W2AEW Test Equipment - https://www.youtube.com/user/w2aew
QRP-Labs QSX Radio - https://qrp-labs.com/qsx.html
Intel Next Unit of Computing - https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/boards-kits/nuc/kits.html
Julian Ilett YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/julius256
QST Amateur Radio Magazine - http://www.arrl.org/qst
ARRL Amateur Radio Handbook - https://www.arrl.org/shop/ARRL-Handbook/
HamRadio 360 Podcast for New Hams - http://hamradio360.com/
Dave KE0OG Ham Radio YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/davecasler
W2AEW Test Equipment Fundamentals YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/w2aew
EEVBlog Electronics YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/EEVblog
Jim Heath W6LG Ham Radio YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/jimw6lg
Ham Nation Weekly Amateur Radio Show on TWiT - https://twit.tv/shows/ham-nation
Amateur Logic - https://www.amateurlogic.tv/blog/
Amateur Logic Ham College - https://www.hamcollege.tv/
eHam Amateur Radio Forums - https://www.eham.net/
TX Factor Amateur Radio Shows - http://www.txfilms.co.uk/txfactor/
K7QO CW Training - https://www.kkn.net/~k7qo/
CW Ops / CW Academy - https://cwops.org/
DitDit.fm Podcast - https://www.ditdit.fm/
CW Mobile App - https://pacolabs.com/iOS/MorseIt/
Brittany KE8LCA is back to continue our “Tech in Technician Discussion where we explain concepts from the Amateur Radio Technician Exam in practical terms. We also talk about our ham radio goals for 2019 and answer listener questions about Ham Radio topics. Finally, we discuss the processes and equipment used by us to produce the Ham Radio Workbench podcast.
Our newest sponsor - LDG Electronics - https://ldgelectronics.com/
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BrandMeister Talkgroup 31075 - https://hose.brandmeister.network/group/31075/
Kenwood TM-V71A VHF/UHF dual receive mobile ham radio - https://www.kenwood.com/usa/com/amateur/tm-v71a/
We are proud to announce that Jeremy’s Wife Brittany, Mrs. IJZ, is now KE8LCA! She has already filed a vanity application for KF8IJZ. She joins us this week to talk through some questions from the current Technician question pool around electronics and antenna characteristics. This is also our final show of calendar year 2018. Thank you each and every one of our listeners for making the show possible through your support and engagement. We look forward to a great 2019!
We are very sorry to share that Dave Shoaf, KG6IRW, from Elecraft, who was our guest on the RF Power Amplifier episode (https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/hf-amplifiers), passed away. Dave was a very experienced and knowledgeable ham and a great guest. Our thoughts are with Dave’s family and our friends at Elecraft.
Brittany would like to thank Dan KB6NU for his No Nonsense Technician Study Guide - available for FREE here - https://www.kb6nu.com/study-guides/
Brittany would also like to thank Richard KD7BBC for HamStudy.org - the free amateur radio testing and study guide site - https://www.hamstudy.org/
Save 25% ($10) off the HRWB Coax Relay Kit - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p6/4-Port_Coax_Relay_Partial_Kit.html
NEW! QRP Dummy Load complete kit is available for sale - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p8/QRP_Dummy_Load_Full_Kit.html
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FLIR One Pro Thermal Camera - https://www.flir.com/products/flir-one-pro/
Adafruit Feather Weather Station Project - https://learn.adafruit.com/wifi-weather-station-with-tft-display?embeds=allow
Black Nylon M2.5 Standoff, nut, and screw set - https://www.adafruit.com/product/3299
Raspberry Pi VESA Mounting Plate - https://www.c4labs.com/product/zebra-vesa-mounting-plate-raspberry-pi-3-b-a-zero-zerow-arduino-uno-rev3-color-options/
8.9” HD Portable Display - https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Resolution-DisplayWith-Speakers-Raspberry/dp/B07H13CLXZ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543632723&sr=8-1&keywords=eleduino+8.9
Benchduino Groups.io - https://groups.io/g/benchduino
Nextion Displays - https://nextion.itead.cc/
AT&T Impedance Matching Demo - https://youtu.be/DovunOxlY1k?t=1138
WSPR Spotting - http://wsprnet.org/drupal/
PSK Reporter - https://pskreporter.info/pskmap.html
Reverse Beacon Network Propagation monitor - http://www.reversebeacon.net/
CW Beacons - https://www.ncdxf.org/beacon/intro.html
It started as a normal episode - We invited Rod Hardman VA3ON and John Jacobs W7DBO (of the Field Radio Podcast) on to talk Holiday Shopping for Hams - one of our most favorite episodes to do each year. During this session, we showed no restraint whatsoever because we were at the 4 hour mark when we stopped recording! While we know you generally like long episodes, we thought we’d split this one into two parts. In part 2, we cover Ham Radio accessories and gifts for your Workbench.
Now through the end of the year, save 25% on the 4-Port Coax Relay Switch - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p6/4-Port_Coax_Relay_Partial_Kit.html
Save 10% off of a PowerFilm Solar 30 Watt Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter with code WORKBENCH 10 at checkout (through Dec 31, 2018) - 30 Watt Foldable Solar Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter
Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2018” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Our Website - http://www.hamradioworkbench.com/
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Case for 12V DC Power Strip from Rocket City 3d - https://rocketcity3d.ecwid.com/Ham-Radio-Workbench-12V-DC-Power-Strip-Case-p114464423
STLs for the 12V DC Power Strip - https://pinshape.com/items/47791-3d-printed-ham-radio-workbench-dc-power-strip-case?fbclid=IwAR3a0sfN4r-QOCNCqr8bCKSKtBJBC4xuNA-Vm54-tppWr1wdRdI9TPBRfCM
The Field Radio Podcast is not dead! - https://www.youtube.com/fieldradiopodcast
SPRAT http://www.gqrp.com/sprat.htm
RADCOM FROM THE RSGB https://rsgb.org/main/publications-archives/radcom/
National Contest Journal - http://ncjweb.com/
QRP Quarterly (QRP-ARCI Journal) - http://www.qrparci.org/
QEX: the forum for Communications Experimenters - http://www.arrl.org/qex
RT Systems Programming Software - https://www.rtsystemsinc.com/
Rig Expert Antenna Analyzers - https://rigexpert.com/
Bird Watt Meters - https://www.birdrf.com/Products/Test%20and%20Measurement/Power-Meters/Wattmeters-Line-Sections/RF-Wattmeters.aspx
RTL-SDR v3 Dongle - https://www.amazon.com/RTL-SDR-Blog-RTL2832U-Software-Defined/dp/B0129EBDS2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1542432310&sr=8-4&keywords=rtl-sdr
Anker Powerline USB Cables (Micro USB, Lightning, USB-C) - https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Dmobile&field-keywords=anker+powerline
Begali CW Paddles - https://www.i2rtf.com/keys---paddles.html
MFJ-464 CW Keyer/Reader - https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-464
Bioenno Battery - https://www.bioennopower.com/
Powerfilm Solar Panel - https://www.powerfilmsolar.com/
RadioSport Headsets - http://www.arlancommunications.com/products/amateurRadio/
Goal Zero Crush Solar Lantern - https://www.goalzero.com/shop/lights/crush-light/
Heil HT Headset - https://heilsound.com/products/handie-talkie-headset-hth/
Fenix USB Lantern - https://www.amazon.com/rechargeable-neutral-dedicated-camping-EdisonBright/dp/B075QZRFSP/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1542424334&sr=8-16&keywords=fenix+lantern
Fenix HL23 AA Headlamp
https://www.amazon.com/Fenix-HL23-Headlamp-Champagne-EdisonBright/dp/B00UHZXAYG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542433548&sr=8-3&keywords=fenix+hl23
https://www.amazon.com/Goal-Zero-Light-Life-Light/dp/B016UQNG9E/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542433912&sr=8-3&keywords=lightalife+mini
Airforce Boonie Hat - https://uspatriottactical.com/r-b-airman-battle-uniform-boonie-hat-abu/
Improved MilSpec Rain Poncho - http://store.oldgrouch.biz/immipomainus.html
Morseit by Picolabs CW App - https://pacolabs.com/iOS/MorseIt/
Free Amateur Radio Test Prep - https://HamStudy.org/
Coax Crimp Set (DX Engineering) - https://www.dxengineering.com/search/part-type/coaxial-cable-prep-tools
Snap circuits - https://www.elenco.com/brand/snap-circuits/
Makeblock mBot Ranger Programmable Robot Kit - https://amzn.to/2TkgyDN
Kuman K4-US for Arduino Project Complete Starter Kit - https://amzn.to/2TlO50d
Chibitronics - LED Craft Kit - https://chibitronics.com/
QRP-Labs QRP Radio Kits - https://www.qrp-labs.com/
WinKeyer - https://www.hamcrafters2.com/
BITX QRP Transceiver Kits - http://www.hfsignals.com/
Hakko desoldering gun FR-301 - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-FR-301-Desoldering-Tool/dp/B07BKSLLG9
Arduino sensor kit - ttps://www.ebay.com/itm/Ultimate-37-in-1-Sensor-Modules-Kit-for-Arduino-MCU-Education-User-Free-case/231757573899?hash=item35f5d3ef0b:rk:1:pf:0
Transistor kit - https://www.ebay.com/itm/840pcs-Transistor-TO-92-Assortment-24-value-NPN-PNP-DIY-kit-2N2222-S9018-BC32/332682436699?epid=12020296536&hash=item4d756b205b:rk:1:pf:0
Resistor kit - https://www.ebay.com/itm/130-values-2600pcs-1ohm-10M-ohm-W-Metal-Film-Resistor-Resistors-Assortment-Kit/221903164710?hash=item33aa759526:rk:1:pf:0
“The Radio Amateurs Workshop” - Joel Hallas W1ZR - http://www.arrl.org/shop/The-Radio-Amateurs-Workshop
Ratcheting Wire Terminal Crimper - https://amzn.to/2OKEI6N
MC4 Crimper https://amzn.to/2zhws9z
Dupont Crimping Tool - https://www.amazon.com/IWISS-Professional-Compression-Ratcheting-Wire-electrode/dp/B00OMM4YUY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542437709&sr=8-3&keywords=dupont+crimping+tool
It started as a normal episode - We invited Rod Hardman VA3ON and John Jacobs W7DBO (of the Field Radio Podcast) on to talk Holiday Shopping for Hams - one of our most favorite episodes to do each year. During this session, we showed no restraint whatsoever because we were at the 4 hour mark when we stopped recording! While we know you generally like long episodes, we thought we’d split this one into two parts. In part 1, we cover our workbenches and radio gear (topical since Black Friday is just around the corner). In our next episode, we will cover radio accessories and gear for the workbench.
Now through the end of the year, save 25% on the 4-Port Coax Relay Switch - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p6/4-Port_Coax_Relay_Partial_Kit.html
Save 10% off of a PowerFilm Solar 30 Watt Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter with code WORKBENCH 10 at checkout (through Dec 31, 2018) - 30 Watt Foldable Solar Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter
Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2018” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Our Website - http://www.hamradioworkbench.com/
Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hamworkbench
Contact us for feedback and ideas - http://hamradioworkbench.com/contact
Connect with us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/hamradioworkbench/
BrandMeister Talkgroup 31075 - https://hose.brandmeister.network/group/31075/
Case for 12V DC Power Strip from Rocket City 3d - https://rocketcity3d.ecwid.com/Ham-Radio-Workbench-12V-DC-Power-Strip-Case-p114464423
STLs for the 12V DC Power Strip - https://pinshape.com/items/47791-3d-printed-ham-radio-workbench-dc-power-strip-case?fbclid=IwAR3a0sfN4r-QOCNCqr8bCKSKtBJBC4xuNA-Vm54-tppWr1wdRdI9TPBRfCM
The Field Radio Podcast is not dead! - https://www.youtube.com/fieldradiopodcast
For inspiration Richard: K2EZ Mobile Rover - https://youtu.be/UwGoYCpGLko
Hans Summers QRP Radio Kits - https://www.qrp-labs.com/
Kevin Reeve N7RXE Cache Makers balloon launch - https://youtu.be/MxaKxS5POmY
California Near Space Project - http://www.cnsp-inc.com/
https://www.insideottawavalley.com/news-story/4257043-to-infinity-and-beyond-lanark-space-agency-a-best-kept-secret/
Lanark Space Agency - https://lanarkspace.wordpress.com
Arduino and Baloons - https://makezine.com/projects/near-space-balloon-cam-with-arduino-and-aprs-radio/
Tracksoar Balloon Controller - https://www.tracksoar.com/
NA4RR Hexbeam - http://www.k4hex.com/
George’s Benchduino Project - https://groups.io/g/benchduino
DX-Lab Software - https://www.dxlabsuite.com/
Icom RS-BA1 Software - https://www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/hf/rsba1/default.aspx
Icom IC-9700 - http://www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/hf/9700/default.aspx
CS-800D - http://www.connectsystems.com/products/top/radios/CS800D.htm
Bernie Nazari K6NAZ has been a ham for just under two years, but has already been bitten by the building bug. Recently he’s shared two projects in our Facebook group that combine Arduino compatible Adafruit Feather boards and 3D Printing to add to his ham radio fun. Bernie joins us today to talk about his remote Pi-Star hot spot display and controller as well has his approach for building a remotely controlled linked dipole an>ntenna.
Save 10% off of a PowerFilm Solar 30 Watt Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter with code WORKBENCH 10 at checkout (through Dec 31, 2018) - 30 Watt Foldable Solar Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter
Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2018” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Our Website - http://www.hamradioworkbench.com/
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BrandMeister Talkgroup 31075 - https://hose.brandmeister.network/group/31075/
Case for 12V DC Power Strip from Rocket City 3d - https://rocketcity3d.ecwid.com/Ham-Radio-Workbench-12V-DC-Power-Strip-Case-p114464423
STLs for the 12V DC Power Strip - https://pinshape.com/items/47791-3d-printed-ham-radio-workbench-dc-power-strip-case?fbclid=IwAR3a0sfN4r-QOCNCqr8bCKSKtBJBC4xuNA-Vm54-tppWr1wdRdI9TPBRfCM
Octoprint Raspberry Pi based 3D Printer Web Interface - https://octoprint.org/
OpenSpot 2 Review Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rukUx9H6sd4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUZcys6HAIw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fNDod1AhFw
Anytone AT-878 Dual Band DMR Radio with APRS - https://powerwerx.com/anytone-atd878uv-dmr-dual-band-handheld-gps-roaming
Bernie’s Pi-Star Remote Remote - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl_L7aRsDLM&fbclid=IwAR12Ko2TEKp3p2fgZ9ep2BsQLJcWR6dpsPVaDjbtuA3hva67pmiEm634G58
Adafruit Weather Station project - https://learn.adafruit.com/wifi-weather-station-with-tft-display/overview?fbclid=IwAR0ERuRDxJiPiGuVRxlQN0enZCF2g-ixGvSUprueC6UyS8_1JNtKqKECeBs
Transisterized Level Shifting - https://hackaday.com/2016/12/05/taking-it-to-another-level-making-3-3v-and-5v-logic-communicate-with-level-shifters/
http://www.hobbytronics.co.uk/mosfet-voltage-level-converter
Adafruit Feather Development Boards and Wing Peripheral Boards - https://www.adafruit.com/feather
Adafruit Feather Spec - https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-feather/feather-specification
Bernie’s Dipole Link - https://www.facebook.com/groups/hamradioworkbench/permalink/323099451786319/
Autodesk Fusion360 CAD Software - https://www.autodesk.com/campaigns/fusion-360-for-hobbyists
KF7IJZ ‘s DVMega BlueStack Case - https://www.youmagine.com/designs/bluestack-micro-plus-dvmega-enclosure
Car Hacking on the Amp Hour - https://theamphour.com/388-an-interview-with-earl-sharpe-and-collin-kidder/
Crealty Ender 3 sub $200 3D Printer - https://www.banggood.com/Creality-3D-Ender-3-V-slot-Prusa-I3-DIY-3D-Printer-Kit-220x220x250mm-Printing-Size-p-1278399.html?cur_warehouse=USA
Crealty Ender 3 Upgrades - https://all3dp.com/1/20-must-creality-ender-3-upgrades-mods/
George KJ6VU is away at Pacificon so Nick KN6NK stops by to deep dive on Solar Power fundamentals. We talk about understanding your power requirements, sizing your batteries, and how to factor your solar production needs. We also talk about solar charge controllers to tie it all together. Jeremy KF7IJZ also gives a basic overview of Ubiquiti Unifi networking equipment.
Save 10% off of a PowerFilm Solar 30 Watt Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter with code WORKBENCH 10 at checkout (through Dec 31, 2018) - 30 Watt Foldable Solar Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter
Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2018” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
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BrandMeister Talkgroup 31075 - https://hose.brandmeister.network/group/31075/
Light-weight Portable Rugged Thin Film Solar Panels from PowerFilm Solar -
Desoldering Iron
Hakko Desoldering Iron
uBITx spectral purity fixes
D-Link vulnerabilities
Solar Exposure Map KWh/m^2/day - https://www.nrel.gov/gis/solar.html
Solar Energy Potential Maps in Watt Hours / foot^2 / day - https://www.energy.gov/maps/solar-energy-potential
Great Scott DIY Solar Tracker
KN6NK's Solar Charge Controller
Genasun Maximum Power Point Tracking Solar Charge Controllers - https://genasun.com/
West Mountain Radio Epic PWRgate and Solar Charge Controller
Victron Energeny Battery Monitor
Turnigy Power Monitor
West Mountain Radio PWRCheck Power Monitor - https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-011155
Welding Cable
MC4 Solar Pannel Connectors
Managing 12 Volts
Achieving Energy Independence
Home Power magazine
Jehu Garcia
Commsprepper
Charging and Discharging Batteries at the Same Time - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uA_WEykbGE4&t=1s
KN6NK's Trailer Build - https://imgur.com/a/M3iHdet
George KJ6VU walks us through the most common components found in a modern FM repeater. We cover antennas, duplexers, coax, radios, controllers, and other helpful information for those who are considering taking on the project of an analog repeater build.
Save 10% off of a PowerFilm Solar 30 Watt Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter with code WORKBENCH 10 at checkout (through Dec 31, 2018) - 30 Watt Foldable Solar Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter
Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2018” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Our Website - http://www.hamradioworkbench.com/
Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hamworkbench
Contact us for feedback and ideas - http://hamradioworkbench.com/contact
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BrandMeister Talkgroup 31075 - https://hose.brandmeister.network/group/31075/
Case for 12V DC Power Strip from Rocket City 3d - https://rocketcity3d.ecwid.com/Ham-Radio-Workbench-12V-DC-Power-Strip-Case-p114464423
OpenSpot 2 - https://www.sharkrf.com/products/openspot2/
POCSAG - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/POCSAG
Google Assistant enabled Repeater - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m52-3EuQfnk
Benchduino - https://groups.io/g/benchduino
KJ6VU’s Previous Repeater Episode - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2014/10/08/10/
Repeater Builder - http://www.repeater-builder.com/rbtip/index.html
CDM Repeaters - http://www.repeater-builder.com/motorola/cdm/cdm-index.html
MaxTrac Repeaters - http://www.repeater-builder.com/motorola/maxtrac/maxtrac-index.html
Sierra Radio Systems Repeater Controllers - http://www.sierraradio.net/
Hustler G6 440 - https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/hsr-g6-440
PAVE PAWS Over the Horizon Radar - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PAVE_PAWS
Coax Feedline Loss Calculator - http://www.timesmicrowave.com/calculator/
Remote Site Monitoring Episode - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/remote-repeater-site-monitoring
QST Voter Article - http://www.ldgelectronics.com/assets/discontinued_manuals/RVS-8.pdf
Most of us have several devices connected to the Internet in our Ham Shacks. A computer, a digital mode hotspot, and a Raspberry Pi are several common items one would find. We may not give much thought to these devices because affordable commercially available equipment make it a breeze to connect devices to each other and the Internet. But, have you ever stopped to think whether your hotspot should have network access to the computer you do your taxes on? This week Nick KN6NK and Smitty KR6ZY join us to give an introduction to basic networking topics and a primer on basic but powerful practices to secure our networks in the ham shack and beyond.
Nick KN6NK - https://twitter.com/explodinglemur?lang=en
Smitty KR6ZY - https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut
Our Website - http://www.hamradioworkbench.com/
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BrandMeister Talkgroup 31075 - https://hose.brandmeister.network/group/31075/
Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2018” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
Save 10% off of a PowerFilm Solar 30 Watt Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter with code WORKBENCH 10 at checkout (through Dec 31, 2018) - 30 Watt Foldable Solar Panel with Anderson Powerpole Adapter
Closed-loop spindle speed control (Arduino PID controller) for my 3040 router (they’re all over eBay)
Watching developments on uBITx harmonics/spurs and related fixes
Retro DOS gaming on real hardware instead of DOSBox! Thin client and sound card
Proposed ARES standard headset interface:
http://www.sloecc.org/headsets/proposal_ares_standard_headset.pdf
EEVBLOG Raspberry PI PoE Hat Issues - https://www.eevblog.com/2018/09/20/eevblog-1122-raspberry-pi-3-poe-hat-fail-investigation/
Raspberry Pi PoE Hat Issues Forum Post - https://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/viewtopic.php?t=220984
Raspberry Pi PoE Hat Issues - The Register article
The 7-Layer OSI Model - https://www.webopedia.com/quick_ref/OSI_Layers.asp
802.11 WiFi Standards - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IEEE_802.11
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynamic_Host_Configuration_Protocol
Network Address Translation (NAT) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Network_address_translation
Stateful vs Stateless Firewalls - https://www.lanner-america.com/blog/stateless-vs-stateful-packet-filtering-firewalls-better/
Virtual Private Network (VPN) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_network
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DMZ_(computing)
Domain Name System - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domain_Name_System
Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynamic_DNS
COTS wifi+router with third-party firmware - Tomato / dd-wrt / OpenWRT
Overview of basic commercial wifi+router security - https://lifehacker.com/how-to-make-your-wifi-router-as-secure-as-possible-1827695547
Wired Network sniffing - http://www.halibut.com/~mark/EtherSniff-v1.0.pdf
Wifi security talk
Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_LAN
Ubiquiti Unifi Networking Gear - https://unifi-sdn.ubnt.com/
Rod Hardman VA3ON joins George for part two of the “Workbench in the Field” series. Rod and George discuss portable radio selection and field build projects.
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Save $100 on the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Package by using code “HamRadioWorkbench2018” in your cart prior to checkout - https://store.digilentinc.com/ham-radio-workbench-bundle/
PowerFilm Solar Lightsaver Max - https://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/lightsaver/lightsaver-max-portable-solar-charger
New SharkRF OpenSpot2 Wireless Announced - https://www.sharkrf.com/products/openspot2/
Hytera AR482G Handheld down to $209 at HRO - https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-015987
DMR Registration is Changing - https://www.radioid.net
Ham Radio 2.0 Discussion - https://www.livefromthehamshack.tv/2018/06/26/episode-142-radioid-net-updates-with-ve9gln/
AMSAT QRM from Hotspots - https://twitter.com/amsat/status/1034124525011697665
Hans Summer’s QRPLabs - Ultimate3S QRSS/WSPR Transmitter Kit -https://www.qrp-labs.com/ultimate3/u3s.html
SOTA Beams WSPRlite - https://www.sotabeams.co.uk/wsprlite-antenna-tester/
Sling pack From 5.11 - https://www.511tactical.com/push-pack.html)
Icom IC-7300 Side Panel Handles -
https://www.ebay.de/itm/Seitengriffe-fur-die-ICOM-Modellreihe-IC-7300-8600-9700-Gespreizte-Version/263857776249
Palm CW Paddles - http://www.morseexpress.com/palm/
Pignology Programmable Controller “Pigknob” - http://pignology.net/pigknob/
Battery Capacity Calculator - http://www.4sqrp.com/Battery_Capacity/index.php
Coax Loss Table - https://www.qsradio.com/coax-and-connector-info.html
Full Coax Loss Calculator - http://www.timesmicrowave.com/calculator/
This week we are joined by Rob KA2PBT and Evan KD2IZW to talk about building creative solutions to post emergency or disaster communications problems. Rob is engaged with his local high-school and has been working with youth to engage them in hands-on engineering and problem-solving using amateur radio. Evan is a former student who lead a team to design and build a balloon launched cross-band repeater for search and rescue purposes. He presented this project at the 2017 Dayton Youth Forum. He shares with us the components utilized in the repeater and the processes that he went through to design and build a solution. Rob continues to work with students today and he shares with us the most recent project-a portable solar-powered digipeater meant to handle text-based traffic in remote disaster areas with no infrastructure. Along the way, Rob also shares some of his tips on how to get youth interested in amateur radio.
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Echolink SVXLink - https://www.svxlink.org/
Power Wheels Racing Series - http://www.powerracingseries.org/
Arduino Mega - https://store.arduino.cc/usa/arduino-mega-2560-rev3
IKEA Ekby Shelf Bracket Indoor Antenna Mount - https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10136135/
MultiRX on GitHub - https://github.com/pabutusa/multirx
ICECast Streaming Media Server - http://icecast.org/
Amateur Radio Emergency Data Network - https://www.arednmesh.org/
2017 Dayton Youth Forum Balloon Based Repeater for Emergency Applications - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4eaChIjk8E
2018 Dayton Youth Forum Data Network for Emergency Communications - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHHmJ4FJBHM
818 VHF / UHF Radio Modules - www.dorji.com/docs/data/DRA818V.pdf
Arduino Due - https://store.arduino.cc/usa/arduino-due
Balloon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004I45LX0
First Science and Technology Programs - https://www.firstinspires.org/
Emergency Antenna Platform System (pole climbing robot) - http://wc2fd.com/index.php?title=Emergency_Antenna_Platform_System
Raspberry Pi TNC - https://tnc-x.com/TNCPi.htm
Plans for projects (721st Mechanized Contest Battalion) - http://wc2fd.com/
Dr. Jack Mandelman K1VT joins us to talk about being a Ham and living in a neighborhood with an HOA that restricts antenna installations. We will talk about approaches and some equipment that one can use to be active on HF when living with such restrictions. We also touch on the role that transmitting and receiving magnetic loop antennas can play in getting you on the air from within an HOA restricted area.
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Field Radio Podcast Ammo Can Repeater Episode - https://fieldradiopodcast.org/FRP10.php
Changes to FRS and GMRS Regulations - http://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-personal-radio-service-revisions-will-affect-gmrs-frs-cb-other-part-95-devices
Light Saver Max Portable Solar Charger - https://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/lightsaver/lightsaver-max-portable-solar-charger
QSO Today Interview - https://www.qsotoday.com/podcasts/k1vt
BlueDV AMBE Software - https://www.pa7lim.nl/ambepage/
NWDigital ThumbDV AMBE Dongle - http://nwdigitalradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/ThumbDV-A.pdf
DVMega DV Stock AMBE Dongle - http://www.dvmega.auria.nl/DVstick.html
AFEDRI SDR - http://www.afedri-sdr.com/
HDSDR SDR Software - http://www.hdsdr.de/
OTARD - https://www.fcc.gov/media/over-air-reception-devices-rule
Tarheel Antenna Mounts - https://www.tarheelantennas.com/mounts
Tarheel Antenna Ground Radial Kit - https://www.tarheelantennas.com/accessories
MFJ-2286 BigStick Telescoping Whip Antenna - http://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-2286
MFJ-1886 Receiving Loop - https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-1886
LZ1AQ Receiving Loop Antenna Amplifier - https://active-antenna.eu/
LZ1AQ - http://www.lz1aq.signacor.com/
RCA Antenna Rotor for Loop Receiving Antennas - https://www.amazon.com/AUDIOVOX-Remote-Antenna-Rotator-VH226F/dp/B008468PWC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1533953076&sr=8-4&keywords=antenna+rotor&dpID=41fgb5C1okL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
RFForb - RemoteHams - http://remotehams.com/
MFJ Window Antenna Feedthrough - http://www.mfjenterprises.com/Categories.php?sub=1&ref=99
Get geared up for field operating and setting up your field workbench with John Jacobs W7DBO from the Field Radio Podcast. In segment 1, John outlines his method for organizing and planning your field radio adventures. In segment 2 we list essential tools, parts, and test gear you need for light weight trail ops and full scale Field Day deployments. We wrap up the show with an introduction to the Powerfilm Lightsaver MAX portable battery and solar panel.
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Segment 1 - Plan your Event
Mission First Gear Second
Identify what you want to accomplish and select gear to match
What is your goal?
- Day trip vs overnighter?
- Hotel vs camping vs backpacking?
- Travel focus or radio focus?
Field Expediency
Doing work in advance selecting gear to maximize time on air versus time setting up / breaking down
Field Tested Gear: Load out in living room, then load out in back yard, then load out in local park, then once gear is tested, attempt the big trip. Field test in your driveway or at the park first.
Personal prep / Safety First:
Personal Emergency Preparations, travel itinerary, weather observations, red flag warnings.
4 Goals:
- Get On The Air
- Stay On The Air
- Be An Effective Communicator
- Have Fun
Gear Must Be:
- Modular
- Tested
- Portable
- Understood
Field Radio Podcast
Comms To Go
Segment 2 - Field Workbench
Light weight radio events – SOTA, travel, casual operating, emergency prep
Have a common simplex frequency
Review the wilderness protocol
Simplex frequencies:
- 146.52 <-- primary
- 446.0
- 223.5
- 52.525
- 1294.5
Times to Monitor
- 07:00 - 07:05
- 10:00 - 10:05
- 13:00 - 13:05
- 16:00 - 16:05
EDC – Every Day Carry bag
- Leatherman / Gerber multi-tool
- Pocket knife
- Multi bit reversible screwdriver
- Flashlight
- Duct tape, electrical tape, gaffer’s tape wrapped on a credit card
- 5v USB external battery and cell phone cable
- Radio, antenna, battery pack,
- Lighter
- Survival tin
- Cash
- Micro first aid kit
- Pen / pencil / notepad
Goals
- Minimalist set of gear – small, lightweight
- Easily carry in a backpack
- Fix common problems – fix connections, cut stuff / fix stuff
Tools
- Multi tool – Full size Leatherman or Squirt ES4
- Pocket knife – Swiss army, Victronix, Gerber, etc.
Parts
- Wago wire nuts
- 2’ Solid wire
- Gaffers tape – small roll
- Fuses if your radio has fuses
Other stuff
- Head lamp
- Mini volt meter
TOP TAKE-AWAYS
- Practice setting up your gear and see what tools you use.
- Look at your gear and imagine what could break. Figure out what you need to fix it.
- Focus on the weakest items. Cables, connectors, batteries, wires, adapters.
Big radio events – Field Day, Contesting, Public service events
Goals
- If anything breaks you can fix it
- Balance between being well prepared and going light and easy.
Mechanical tools
- Screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, socket set, wrenches, hammer, pry bar
- Allen wrenchs, hex drivers, wire strippers, tape measure, box cutter,
- Xacto knife and spare blades, scissors,
TIP: Get a good cheap tool kit at Home Depot – HDX tool set $20.
TIP: Get a bunch of cheap tools at Harbor Freight for the club.
Electronic tools
- Power pole crimping tool
- Coax connector crimping tool with die for N, UHF and BNC connectors
- Lug crimp tool
- Butane soldering iron
- DC AA batt soldering iron
- Jet lighter
- Helping hands or small vice
- Head lamp and LED desk lamp
Consummables
- Electrical tape – Scotch 33
- Rescue tape
- Zip ties
- Shrink wrap
- Solder and solder wick
- Paracord
Parts
- Spare coax connectors
- Coax adapters
- Crimp lugs
- Fuses
- Various resistors, caps,
- Power Pole connectors
- Wago wire nuts
- Audio adapters – ¼ to 3.5mm
- Wire
- Various stranded and solid
- Buss wire (solid)
- Batteries – AA and AAA
- Various screws, nuts washers
Test equipment
- Antenna analyzer
- 12 VDC power monitor with power poles
- VOM – you are not making precise measurements – cheap is OK. You are mostly measuring voltages or resistance.
- TIP: Harbor freight $5 VOM. Get 2.
- Coax jumpers
- Aligator clip jumper wires
General TiPs
- Look at your radios. Assume any cable or connector can and will break.
- Have spares for all breakable components
- Organize your stuff in modules
- Mechanical tools and parts
- Electronic radio tools and parts
- Electronic test equipment
Cases
- DeWalt stackable drawers
- Heavy duty tool bags
PowerFilm Solar Lightsaver MAX
Portable battery and flexible solar panel
Battery: 18000mAh 66 Wh
LiPo batteries are 3.7v so the capacity is 4.8 Ah
Solar panel guess is about 10 watts
Input: USB-C (3A), 12V (2A)
Output: Dual USB-A (2.5A), 12V (5A peak)
Weight: 1.5 lbs Size: Rolled: 13.5” x 2.5” Unrolled: 34.5” x 13.5”
Solar Charge: 6-8 hours full sun
Wall Charge: 3-4 hours (12V) 6-7 hours (USB-C) 8-10 hours (USB)
Battery state indicator is a row of LEDs.
Built in flash light LED on the end
Cables Included:
USB-A to USB-C Cable
12V Input Charging Cable
12V Output Cable
Runs the KX2 fine. No charge controller noise detected on initial trial.
George KJ6VU takes us through a thorough deep dive of the design of the 4-Port Coax Relay Project. We talk about the five major sections of the project - RF circuit switching with relays, control via PIC Microcontroller, the power supply, the user interface, and serial communications. Each section provides a reference design that could be leveraged in other projects.
Pick up the 4-Port Coax Relay Project Partial Kit from our store - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/store/p6/4-Port_Coax_Relay_Partial_Kit.html
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$130 Ham Radio Notebook? - Microcenter Winbook TW110 - http://www.microcenter.com/product/496689/TW110_116_Laptop_Computer_-_Black
Windows 10 64 bit Drivers for the Microcenter Winbook TW110 are from the Medion Akoya e222x series - https://www.medion.com/gb/service/_lightbox/treiber.php?msn=30023301∏=MEDION%20AKOYA%20E2228T%20(MD%2061050)%20A-UK
Raspberry Pi B 3/3+ USB Boot Timeout 2 or 5 seconds - https://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/viewtopic.php?t=209416#p1313554
Microcenter Inland MLC SSDs - http://www.microcenter.com/search/search_results.aspx?Ntt=inland+ssd
Stuart KB1HQS Portable Gear Loadout YouTube Video Series - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3PF-f4-AUo&list=PLP-XG_VNrkF5ra0ptG0DGtbcBp53sUOii
Portable Displays
- 13” 5V/USB FHD Display - https://www.amazon.com/Raspberry-1920X1080-Resolution-Portable-Speakers/dp/B0787RF8YB/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1531780288&sr=8-4&keywords=elecrow+display&dpID=61a49caCo-L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
- 11” 12V FHD Display - https://www.amazon.com/Elecrow-1920X1080-Xbox360-Display-Raspberry/dp/B01NB17E0Z/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1531780288&sr=8-6&keywords=elecrow+display&dpID=51wXe7ZlNuL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
- 10” 12V FHD Display - https://www.amazon.com/Elecrow-Raspberry-1920X1080p-Resolution-Speakers/dp/B076GZVCP2/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1531780288&sr=8-7&keywords=elecrow+display&dpID=51vX31Yt0SL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
- 11” 5V/USB FHD Display - https://www.ebay.com/itm/11-6Inch-1920x1080-IPS-Portable-Monitor-For-Raspberry-PS3-PS4-XBOX-HDMI-Display/273163427331?hash=item3f99cf1e03%3Ag%3AeGIAAOSw-GBbQvrA&_sacat=0&_nkw=portable+hdmi+display&_from=R40&rt=nc&LH_TitleDesc=0%7C0
- Multiple Options in 10” and 11” 12V Displays - https://www.ebay.com/itm/10-1-11-6-LED-LCD-Monitor-Portable-HDMI-VGA-Display-Screen-For-Raspberry-Pi-PS4/273148282168?var=&hash=item3f98e80538
EEVBlog Debouncing Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nj-Q8FQxHhU&t=4s
Swordfish basic - http://www.sfcompiler.co.uk/swordfish/
George and Jeremy spend time talking about their 2018 ARRL Field Day Experiences. They discuss their general setups, what worked, what didn’t, and what they would do differently in 2019.
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IKEA Office/Workshop Blog Post
- Bekant Desk - https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S19006323/
- Alex Add-On Unit - https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20260718/?query=ALEX+Add-on+unit
FD Logging Thought Exercise
- MQTT - https://www.hivemq.com/blog/mqtt-essentials-part-1-introducing-mqtt
- Eclipse Mosquitto - https://mosquitto.org/
- Kubernetes - https://kubernetes.io/
- Kubernetes on Raspbeery Pi - https://blog.sicara.com/build-own-cloud-kubernetes-raspberry-pi-9e5a98741b49
- More Kubernetes on Raspberry Pi - https://www.hanselman.com/blog/HowToBuildAKubernetesClusterWithARMRaspberryPiThenRunNETCoreOnOpenFaas.aspx
QUAD Net DMR/DSTAR Bridge - https://www.openquad.net/
Netgear Nighthawk MR1100 Mobile Hotspot - https://www.netgear.com/landings/nighthawk-mr1100-mobile-router/default.aspx
DVSwitch - https://dvswitch.groups.io/g/main/wiki/DMRlink
DVSwitch GitHub - https://github.com/N4IRS
MTR2000 Repeater Interface Board - https://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/products/two-way-radios/mototrbo/discontinued/mtr2000.html#tabproductinfo
Hakko FR300 Desoldering Tool - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-FR300-05-P-Desoldering-Tool/dp/B00KWM69C4
Full QSK / Semi QSK - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QSK_operation_(full_break-in)
Array Solutions Bandpass filters - https://www.arraysolutions.com/filters/bpf-hpf
Pignology HamLog - http://pignology.net/hamlog.html
Ohio Valley Experimenters Club KD8LBS - http://ovec.club/
Bay-Net Club - http://www.bay-net.org/
Elecraft AX-1 - https://va2ss.com/2017/10/19/elecraft-ax1-ultraportable-1720-meter-antenna-system/
SGC Tuners - http://www.sgcworld.com/
Minix PCs - https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=minix
#WBOTA
Walmart Parking Lots on the Air - http://wmplota.org/
Jason Chonko from Siglent America is joined by Nick KN6NK to give an in-depth intorudction to spectrum analyzers. We talk about the specs, features, and engineering that make up this handy piece of frequency-domain test equipment. We also explore several common spectrum analyzer uses such as filter and cavity tuning as well as radio purity evaluation.
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Siglent America - https://www.siglentamerica.com/
Siglent SSA3000X Series Spectrum Analyzers - https://www.siglentamerica.com/spectrum-analyzers/
EEVBlog Interview with Eric Qin Founder and CEO of Siglent - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9M397sUkEA
Spectrum Analyzer Do’s and Don’ts - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6P-R0C9ro0
Sweeping an Antenna for Return Loss - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X50qybdiLuk
LXI Tools https://github.com/lxi-tools/lxi-tools
SSA3021X/SSA3032X reviews:
EEVBlog review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkLciTsjGZg teardown https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8fr_otW0q4
Block diagram in teardown at 27:05 https://youtu.be/-8fr_otW0q4?t=27m5s
The Signal Path http://thesignalpath.com/blogs/2017/09/20/siglent-ssa3032x-9khz-3-2ghz-spectrum-analyzer-tg-review-teardown-experiment/
One final piece of content from the 2018 Hamvention. Every year, the QRP Amateur Radio Club International hosts a QRP conference called Four Days in May that proceeds Hamvention. The event is home to a large collection of amateurs passionate about low power operation and building their own radios. George attended the event on Thursday and was able to capture talks by Hans Summers G0UPL of QRP-Labs fame and Dr. Jack Purdum W8TEE, famous in the BITX40 community. Hans talks about the development of his smash hit new transceiver kit, the QCX and Jack talks to us about homebrewing. Special thanks to QRP ARCI President Preston Douglas WJ2V for allowing us to record these great talks.
If you would like more information about QRP ARCI or are interested in joining, please visit http://www.qrparci.org/
We have launched the all new http://www.HamRadioWorkbench.com/ ! This includes our new Online Store where you can order Ham Radio Workbench projects that are currently in production. You can also find documentation for previous projects, an archive of our podcast episodes, and a new Blog where George and Jeremy will post articles.
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Save 10% on a PowerFilm Solar 30 Watt foldable solar panel with Anderson Powerpole adapter cable - no code needed! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0763QKSXY
The giveaway for a free 30 Watt PowerFilm Solar Panel may still be active! http://bit.ly/WorkbenchPodcast
Hans Summers G0UPL
- QRP-Labs - https://qrp-labs.com/
- Hans’ personal site - http://hanssummers.com/
- Presentation and thoughts from FDIM - http://www.qrp-labs.com/dayton2018.html
Dr. Jack Purdum W8TEE
- Co-author “Arudino Projects for Amateur Radio” - https://www.amazon.com/Arduino-Projects-Amateur-Radio-Purdum-ebook/dp/B00O2A7I5O
- The JackAl board for the uBITX - https://ubitx.net/2018/05/21/jackal-is-here/
- Jack’s presentation from FDIM - http://traffic.libsyn.com/workbench/W8TEE-FDIM-2018-Homebrewing-Radio-Gear.odp.pdf
Adafruit ADABox - https://www.adafruit.com/adabox/
ZUMSpot Digital Voice Radio Hotspot - https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-015993
MMDVM Github - https://github.com/g4klx/MMDVM
Pi-Star - https://www.pistar.uk/
Leo Bodnar Mini GPSDO - http://www.leobodnar.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=301
Time Nuts - http://www.leapsecond.com/time-nuts.htm
Uputronics Raspberry Pi uBLOX GPS Module - https://v3.airspy.us/product/upu-rpigps/
KF7IJZ’s Overview of the new Hytera AR482G - the commercial gradio DMR Radio for Amateurs - https://youtu.be/igEXMLJ0QZY
Precision Frequency References with Dr. Frank M Howell K4FMH - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/precision-frequency-references
Airspy R2 with 10MHz frequency Input - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-airspy/
Airspy Groups.io - https://airspy.groups.io/g/main/topics
FlexRadio 6400 - http://www.flexradio.com/amateur-products/flex-6000-signature-series/flex-6400/
Our Interview coverage from the floor of the 2018 Hamvention hosted by the Dayton Amateur Radio Association.
00:02:29 - QRP Labs - Hans Summers G0UPL
00:26:07 - Siglent America - Jason Chonko
00:37:09 - Hytera America - Matt Lunati N7OEI
00:52:20 - Small Batch Assembly - Bob Coggeshall KW4WQ
01:14:48 - FlexRadio Systems - Mike Walker VA3MW
01:31:04 - Open Research Institute - Michelle Thompson W5NYV
1:37:17 - TAPR - Steve Bible N7HPR
1:45:33 - LOOP Antenna - Sergio I3VHF
1:50:44 - Rigol North America - Steve Huss KC7ZVM
This week George KJ6VU and Jeremy KF7IJZ are together in Xenia, OH for the 2018 Hamvention. This episode celebrates the two year anniversary of the Workbench concept, and we are joined by our extended family for the occasion - Mark “Smitty Halibut” Smith KR6ZY, Kenneth Finnegan W6KWF, Gerald “Powerpole the World” Wilson KF5JNU, and Brittany Mrs. IJZ sit in for this roundtable. We discuss Hamvention impressions, spending other people’s money, and (of course) DMR this week on the Ham Radio Workbench.
Eric Swartz WA6HHQ, co-founder of Elecraft, joins us to guide our understanding of RF receiver performance specifications. Eric introduces us to common receiver specs such as Sensitivity, Noise Floor, Dynamic Range, Intermod Dynamic Range, Phase Noise, and RMDR. He tells us what they mean in real-world receiver performance terms, how they are tested, and whether it’s better to have a higher or lower number in each one. It’s also the final episode before the 2018 Hamvention and George and Jeremy share our plans for our Booth, special offers, and exclusives for show listeners who stop by booth 3104 in Xenia.
Show Topic Begins at 1:09:36
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Hamvention DMR Hotspot - 439.3125 TG 31075
George will be giving a forum presentation - Saturday, May 19 - 2:45 Room 3 - “Quick tips for setting up your workbench, HamRadio Workbench Build Projects”
Want to be on the show? Come to the booth and tell us what’s on your workbench!
Project documentation will be indexed and available on this page - http://hamradioworkbench.com/ham-radio-workbench-project-board-index
PowerFilm Solar 30Watt Foldable Solar Panel giveaway - http://bit.ly/WorkbenchPodcast
We will announce the winners via our company Facebook page on or around June 1.
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Visit Digilent at booth 3002
QRP ARCI - Four Days in May - http://www.qrparci.org/fdim
QRP Labs - https://www.qrp-labs.com/
Arduino Projects for Amateur Radio - https://www.amazon.com/Arduino-Projects-Amateur-Radio-Purdum/dp/0071834052
W6DQ QRZ Page - https://www.qrz.com/db/w6dq
Sam Zeloff - Garage Chip Fab
https://hackaday.com/2017/02/25/the-fab-lab-next-door-diy-semiconductors/
https://hackaday.com/2018/04/24/first-lithographically-produced-home-made-ic-announced/
https://hackaday.com/2018/05/03/more-details-on-that-first-home-made-lithographically-produced-ic/
Amp Hour Interview with Sam - https://theamphour.com/390-an-interview-with-sam-zeloof/
Sam Zeloff Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7E8-0Ou69hwScPW1_fQApA
Bletchley Park - https://bletchleypark.org.uk/
Update on George’s Projects on his blog - http://www.kj6vu.com/
Anker Powerline Cables - https://www.anker.com/products/110/Cables
USB In-Line Multimeter - https://www.amazon.com/Eversame-Multimeter-Chargers-Capacity-Banks-Black/dp/B01D9Y6ZFW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1525531260&sr=8-3&keywords=usb+meter
Randy K7AGE YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/K7AGE
Eric 4ZIUG QSO Today Podcast - https://www.qsotoday.com/
Jeremy’s Workbench made from IKEA Algot Shelving - https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Db6TKjGUQAAfvQ8.jpg:large
IKEA Algot Shelving - https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/departments/bedroom/22798/
IKEA Bekant Desk - https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S09022804/#/S19022808
RF Receiver Specifications Guide from Eric Swartz WA6HHQ
Elecraft Mailing List - http://www.elecraft.com/elist.html
Sensitivity - How well can the receiver hear weak signals?
- Minimum Discernible Signals - noise is generated inside the radio from the amplifier stages and how much amplification is available in the receive chain to bring a signal above the radio’s internal noise floor
- As sensitivity increases, you can degrade dynamic range
- To measure, start by injecting weak signals until you observe the signal level out of the speaker roughly double in amplitude (3dB)
- Lower values are better (bigger negative number), allowing you to detect weaker signals
- Most HF radios are between -125 to -130 with -135 to -138 being on the higher side of performance
Noise Floor
- The internal noise figure generated by the radio with the antenna removed
Dynamic Range
- Strong Signal Handling - how does the radio perform when there are strong signals adjacent to where you are tuned?
- IMDR3 - Intermodulation Dynamic Range
- When multiple strong received signals overload the first receiving amplifier in your radio, the signals get clipped
- When the radio has a broad banded receiver, this clipping begins to act as a mixer and creates intermodulation showing up at different frequencies
- Additional unwanted signals are created in the receiver when multiple strong signals are present
- To measure, begin with two signals apart - the difference between the MDS/sensitivity and the level required to set the signal generator to to cover up the weak signal
- Higher values are better - 90dB range above noise floor is average, mid 90’s to 100 dB is on the higher side of performance
Blocking Dynamic Range
- A strong signal overloading your receiver thereby reducing the gain of the receiver.
- Receivers can have challenges when a strong signal is physically near the radio
- To measure, inject a signal until it causes receiver overall gain to drop one DB
- Higher values are better - typical better than 130dB of BDR, mid 130s to 140s is on the higher side of performance
Phase Noise
- An indication of the quality and “cleanliness” of local oscilator (VFO, or Crystal Master Oscillator)
- Denotes whether they introduce jitter or noise to the received signal
- Lower is better
Reciprocal Mixing Dynamic Range (RMDR)
- RMDR is tied to phase noise
- Impacted by how clean your oscillator is
- To measure, listen in 500hz bandwidth and measure how strong an injected signal has to be to raise the noise floor on the freq you are tuned to (1-3dB noise floor increase)
- This ratio is the RMDR
- Higher values are better - 110-115 dB
- As multiple signals get closer, the RMDR drops
Sherwood Engineering Receiver Comparison List - http://www.sherweng.com/table.html
Smitty KR6ZY joins as co-host this week as George is on vacation. Smitty will be making a road trip to Xenia, OH to attend the 2018 Hamvention for the first time. We talk about the preparations he’s undergoing to maximize his mobile Ham Radio experience as he drives cross country. He talks to us about operating and charging a Bioenno Battery from his car as well as a speaker level audio mixer he’s designing to mix the audio of all of his radios. Finally, we talk about Hamvention in general - including what to expect and what to look forward to. We look forward to seeing all of you at Hamvention in booth 3104 this year!
2018 Hamvention Discussion begins at 1:43:09
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D-Star Amateur Radio Satellite - http://www.d-star.one/
German Orbital Twitter Feed - https://twitter.com/germanorbital
CubeSat - http://www.cubesat.org/
Our conversation on the Phase 4 B Ground Station - http://hamradioworkbench.com/hrwb040-amsat-phase-4b-ground-station-design
MMDVM-HS-HAT Raspberry Pi Zero Hat - https://github.com/mathisschmieder/MMDVM_HS_Hat
MMDVM-HS-Dual-HAT Raspberry Pi Duplex Hat - https://github.com/phl0/MMDVM_HS_Dual_Hat
Mathis Schmieder DB9MAT - https://twitter.com/DB9MAT
Florian Wolters DF2ET - https://twitter.com/flo_0_
Smitty’s Speaker Level Audio Mixer Design - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Su6cF3tQ1cM
RD DPH3205 buck boost digital control Power Supply LCD display voltage converter - https://www.ebay.com/itm/292040615803?ul_noapp=true
Case for DPH3205 - https://www.ebay.com/itm/132427419443?ul_noapp=true
PI Zero USB Hub - Zero 4U USB Hub for Raspberry Pi Zero - https://www.adafruit.com/product/3298
Shutdown Pi via GPIO - https://www.raspberrypi.org/magpi/off-switch-raspberry-pi/
Pimoroni On/Off SHIM - https://shop.pimoroni.com/products/onoff-shim
Raspberry Pi Voltage Regulator - power a pi from 5V-16V! - https://shop.pimoroni.com/products/wide-input-shim
IKEA Algot Shelving - https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/categories/departments/bedroom/11751/
Online Design Tool to test for Fit and Finish - https://www.draw.io/
Hackaday - To Ferrule or not to Ferrule - https://hackaday.com/2018/04/12/to-ferrule-or-not-to-ferrule/
Ferrules - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LCG52C6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
IWISS Hexagonal Ferrule / Radial Crimper - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H950AK4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Hamvention 2018 - http://hamvention.org/
List of Indoor Vendor - https://info.pcboard.ca/hamvention/hamvention2018-indoor/
List of Outdoor Vendors - https://info.pcboard.ca/hamvention/hamvention2018-outdoor/
2018 Hamvention Forums - http://hamvention.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2018-Forum-3-Day-Chart-v5.pdf
Today we bring you a BayCon 2018 presentation from David Ranch KI6ZHD on Yaesu’s contribution to the Digital Voice radio market - Yaesu System Fusion. David gives a brief overview of the mode and then talks about the state of Yaesu System Fusion in 2018. George and Jeremy spend a long time catching up on projects, many related to Digital Mobile Radio (DMR). George gives a brief update on the Ham Radio Workbench Build projects for the 2018 season.
Yaesu System Fusion Content begins at 2:20:23
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Slides for David’s Presentation - http://www.bay-net.org/docs/ki6zhd-fusion-baycon2018.pdf
Goodbye Curtis K5CLM from the Everything Ham Radio podcast - http://www.everythinghamradio.com/
Cale Nelson K4CDN, founder of http://www.HamRadio360.com/ has relaunched his Modern Christian Men podcast - http://modernchristianmen.com/caleanewseason/
Uniden announces new “SDR” direct sampling scanner - SDS100 - https://www.uniden.com/newsroom/press-releases/sds100-coming-soon/
New Raspberry PI 3 B+ Launched - https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/
Raspberry Pi UARTs - https://www.raspberrypi.org/documentation/configuration/uart.md
History Skunk Works Book - https://www.amazon.com/Skunk-Works-Personal-Memoir-Lockheed/dp/0316743003
History of AT&T Bell Labs - The Idea Factory
https://www.amazon.com/Idea-Factory-Great-American-Innovation/dp/0143122797/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523073483&sr=8-1&keywords=the+idea+factory
Internet Labs D-STAR Hot Spot - the Digital Voice Access Point - http://www.dvapdongle.com/DV_Access_Point_Dongle/Home.html
Ultibots D300VS Plus Delta Style 3D Printer - https://www.ultibots.com/d300vs-plus-3d-printer-diy-kit
Anytone AT-868UV Amateur Friendly Dual Band DMR Radio - https://powerwerx.com/anytone-atd868uv-dmr-dual-band-handheld
SharRF OpenSpot Digital Voice (DMR, D-STAR, Yaesu System Fusion) - https://www.sharkrf.com/products/openspot/
GL.INET Mini Wireless Router with external antennas AR300M16-EXT - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07794JRC5/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
GL.iNet AR300M16 Product Page - https://gl-inet.com/ar300m/
Portable USB-powered travel 5-port 10/100mbps network switch - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074W5NW95/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Nextion Displays for MMDVM/Raspberry PI based HotSpots - https://nextion.itead.cc/
Demonstration of custom Nextion MMDVM displays - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYXADw9a6WU&t=375s
2014 Counterfit FTDI articles - https://hackaday.com/2014/10/24/ftdi-screws-up-backs-down/ https://hackaday.com/2014/10/22/watch-that-windows-update-ftdi-drivers-are-killing-fake-chips/
DMR Automatic calibration for SharkRF OpenSpot - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3LEsYw-cig
Download DMR contacts and Talk Groups for several different radios - http://amateurradio.digital/
New Codeplug Management software for various Chinese DMR Radios - http://n0gsg.com/contact-manager/
Wago Wire Lever Nuts - https://www.amazon.com/Wago-Lever-Nut-Assortment-Pocket-Pack/dp/B01N0LRTXZ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1523081377&sr=8-3&keywords=wago+lever+nuts
https://www.amazon.com/Wago-221-412-221-413-Lever-Nut-Assortment/dp/B01GVS7ZES/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1523081377&sr=8-4&keywords=wago+lever+nuts
https://www.amazon.com/Wago-221-412-221-413-221-415-Assortment/dp/B018MGMFDI/ref=pd_sbs_60_4?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B018MGMFDI&pd_rd_r=11XH628EY8XAKM61TSZ9&pd_rd_w=EZ1Lt&pd_rd_wg=e6GeM&psc=1&refRID=11XH628EY8XAKM61TSZ9
AvE on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/arduinoversusevil
We finish the second half of our DMR Basics conversation with Kirk K6RCT. In this episode we talk about DMR networks such as Brandmeister and cBridges. We also discuss the various options for equipment available to hams from Motorola to the venerable Tytera MD-380. Jeremy is also on the road from the 2018 Midwest RepRap Festival, (think Hamvention but for 3D Printing).
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Kirk Smith - K6RCT
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DMR of Anarchy Network - http://www.dmrofanarchy.org/
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Everything Ham Radio Podcast - http://www.everythinghamradio.com/
Midwest RepRap Festival in a nutshell - https://twitter.com/search?q=%23MRRF2018
Ultibots D300VS Delta Style 3D Printer - https://www.ultibots.com/d300vs-3d-printer-diy-kit/
Special thanks for to Noman SnoLabs Filament - https://snolabs.com/
Special thanks to Michael Hackney, the 3D Printer Whisperer - http://www.sublimelayers.com/
Take your SharkRF OpenSpot on the road with a GL.Inet Travel Router - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I92T754/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1∣=A364119SDJA4QG
SharkRF OpenSpot Hotspot - http://www.grapevineamateurradio.com/store/?model_number=Openspot1
DV Mega UHF Hotspot for Raspberry PI - http://www.grapevineamateurradio.com/store/?model_number=DVmega_UHF
ZumSpot UHF Hotspot with Raspberry Pi Zero W - https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-015993
Jonathan Naylor talk on MMDVM - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDLogbi8R7w
MJLorton on how to get Motorola CPS Software - https://youtu.be/Gs0qi5p--CA?t=3m21s
MD-380 Tools Installation via Windows Applications - http://www.miklor.com/DMR/DMR-Toolz108.php
Installing MD-380 Tools using VIrtual Box Images - https://youtu.be/8F8G_Cqayrs
Setting up an OpenSpot - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ON1HdC_RbcA
DMR Marc - http://www.dmr-marc.net/
cBridge - https://rayfield.net/c-bridge
Brandmeister - https://brandmeister.network/
MD-380 Hacked Firmware MD380 Tools - http://md380.tools/
Comparison of Import DMR Radio Features - https://radiosification.blogspot.com/2017/11/comparison-of-dmr-radios.html
Register for a DMR ID - https://www.dmr-marc.net/cgi-bin/trbo-database/register.cgi
DMR for Dummies! - http://www.dmrfordummies.com/
Brandmeister Network Hoseline - https://hose.brandmeister.network/
Motorola - XPR 7550 - https://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/products/two-way-radios/mototrbo/portable-radios/xpr-7000e-series.html#tabproductinfo
Hytera PD682 - https://www.gigaparts.com/hytera-pd682-dmr-handheld-radio.html
Kenwood DMR Radios - https://comms.kenwood.com/en/products/list.php?func=dmr
Grapevine Amateur Radios - http://www.grapevineamateurradio.com/store/?submenuid=51&submenuname=Radios
Connect Systems DMR Radios - http://www.connectsystems.com/amateur.html
Tytera MD-9600 - http://www.grapevineamateurradio.com/store/tyt-md9600-dual-band-vhfuhf-dmr-mobile-radio/
Ailunce HD-1 - http://www.grapevineamateurradio.com/store/?model_number=HD-1
Tytera MD-380 - https://www.mtcradio.com/tyt-dmr-md-380-uhf-400-480mhz-digital-ht-with-programming-cable-software/
RFinder Android Radio H1B - http://www.grapevineamateurradio.com/store/?model_number=H1B
Video on Tytera MD-9600 DMR Mobile Radio Version 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=159P1NI_EvQ
To mark the launch of the BayNet Brandmeister Talk Group 31075, Kirk Smith K6RCT (Operator of the K6DOA DMR Repeater in SLO) joins us to talk Digital Mobile Radio, or DMR. DMR is a digital radio standard developed for use in commercial radio applications. Because of its commercial background, there are several operating and technological concepts that are unique to DMR that differ from what we are used to in other Amateur Digital Voice modes such as DSTAR and Yaesu System Fusion. In part one of this two part series, Kirk walks us through these fundamental DMR terms and concepts. In part two, we will talk about Brandmeister, cBridges topics and radio gear.
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Kirk Smith - K6RCT
Twitter - https://twitter.com/k6rct
DMR of Anarchy Network - http://www.dmrofanarchy.org/
EEVblog - Weller vs Hakko Comparison - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlKg6rSMPEs
KF7IJZ’s Demonstration of what happens when you charge and discharge a battery at the same time (Kirchoff’s Current Law) - https://youtu.be/uA_WEykbGE4
Anytone TERMIN-8R - https://anytonetech.com/TERMN-8R
Anytone AT-868UV Dual Band DMR Handheld Radio - http://www.grapevineamateurradio.com/store/?model_number=AT-868UV
Remote Repeater Site Monitoring Episode - http://hamradioworkbench.com/hrwb017-remote-repeater-site-monitoring
MTR-2000 Repeater - https://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_xl/products/two-way-radios-business/infrastructure/base-stations-and-repeaters/mtr2000.html#tabproductinfo
http://www.repeater-builder.com/motorola/mtr2k/mtr-index.html
Connect Systems DMR Radios - http://www.connectsystems.com/amateur.html
DMR Marc - http://www.dmr-marc.net/
cBridge - https://rayfield.net/c-bridge
Brandmeister - https://brandmeister.network/
MD-380 Hacked Firmware MD380 Tools - http://md380.tools/
Comparison of Import DMR Radio Features - https://radiosification.blogspot.com/2017/11/comparison-of-dmr-radios.html
Register for a DMR ID - https://www.dmr-marc.net/cgi-bin/trbo-database/register.cgi
DMR for Dummies! - http://www.dmrfordummies.com/
Brandmeister Network Hoseline (listen to traffic online)- https://hose.brandmeister.network/
John Jacobs, host of the Field Radio Podcast, returns join in a discussion of basic DIY HF antennas. We talk some of the most common and easiest to build antennas such as Dipoles as well as how to build them and where to scrounge for materials! We also talk about our plans for our respective shows in light of Cale’s recent archiving of Ham Radio 360. We share the details of the Digilent Analog Discovery 2 package (and discount code!) with the audience!
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John Jacobs W7DBO, host of the Field Radio Podcast
Field Radio Podcast - http://fieldradiopodcast.org/
Field Radio Podcast YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/c/FieldRadioPodcast
Field Radio Podcast Twitter - https://twitter.com/FieldRadioPod
The Ham Radio 360 Archive - http://hamradio360.com/
Keep up with Cale Nelson K4CDN at the 6 Arrows Radio Network - http://6arn.com/
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Use code HamRadioWorkbench2018 to save $100 (view cart to add code before checking out)
The new BayNet DMR Talkgroup is 31075
The new Yaesu FT-818 (the next generation FT-817 QRP Radio) - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/0818.html
KF7IJZ Demonstrates Kirchoff’s Current Law as it applies to portable power boxes for charging and discharging at the same time - https://youtu.be/uA_WEykbGE4
Powerwerx Panel Mounts - https://powerwerx.com/panel-mounts
Julian - Survival Tech Nord - http://oh8stn.org/ https://www.youtube.com/user/SurvivalTechEU
Stuart KB1HQS - http://kb1hqs.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSkFZt2bfUZ-w3xNxUANFVw
KF7IJZ’s ICOM IC-7300 Voice Keyer Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqCWsfxDHJw
Comms to Go Portable Power Solutions - http://commstogo.com/
HF Dipole antenna Calculator - http://www.kwarc.org/ant-calc.html (or divide your frequency by 468 as a starting point for a half-wave HF dipole)
Where does 468 come from? by KB6NU - http://www.kb6nu.com/468-ham-radios-magic-number/
DIY End Fed Antenna - http://www.earchi.org/proj_homebrew.html
Bell Labs demonstration on Impedance - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DovunOxlY1k
RigExpert Antenna Analyzers - https://rigexpert.com/antenna-analyzers-comparison-table/
DIY Dipole Center Insulator from W6LG - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5OqrvyjTgs
RF-Parts for RF connectors - https://www.rfparts.com/
The Wireman for high-quality antenna wire - https://www.thewireman.com/antennap.html
ARRL’s The Doctor Is In Podcast on Antenna Wire - http://www.arrl.org/files/file/DoctorPodcast/2018/January_18_2018_-_Antenna_Wire.mp3
ARRL’s The Doctor Is In Podcast on End Fed Antennas - http://www.arrl.org/files/file/DoctorPodcast/April%2027%20-%20End%20Fed%20Antennas.mp3
ARRL’s The Doctor Is In Podcast on Feed Line - http://www.arrl.org/files/file/DoctorPodcast/November%2023%202017%20-%20Coax%20vs%20Balanced%20Lines.mp3
NVIS Antenna Build Example - https://static.dxengineering.com/global/images/instructions/WP-NVIS-Rev3.pdf
Mag Loop - http://w8mrc.com/docs/presentations/Magnetic%20Loop.pdf
Making a high quality “Ugly” Balun - http://www.hamuniverse.com/balun.html
Knot Tying is an invaluable skill for outside antenna work
Knot Books
https://www.amazon.com/KLUTZ-Book-of-Knots-Toy/dp/1338106422/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1519540475&sr=8-15&keywords=knot+book
https://www.amazon.com/Tying-Pro-Knot-Cards-practice-carabiner/dp/0922273294/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519540512&sr=8-1&keywords=knot+book
W4EDF erecting a 3 painter’s pole multi-band dipole by himself - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yM6RGiFkdMM
Small Loop Calculator - http://www.66pacific.com/calculators/small-transmitting-loop-antenna-calculator.aspx
VK3YE DIY Small 40M Magnetic Loop - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cv_RnLpZ9gw
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George is down with the Flu, so Mark “Smitty Halibut” Smith KR6ZY guest hosts this week. We debrief on Winter Field Day and talk about the battery projects on KF7IJZ’s workbench and the antenna project on KR6ZY’s workbench. Finally we share additional sessions from BayCon 2018. First Pieter Noordhuis KK6VXV talks about developing software for working GOES Weather Satellites. Finally, Tim Fairbairn AF6TF talks about Summits on the Air (SOTA).
Smitty KR6ZY
- Twitter - https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut
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New Ham Radio Workbench Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/hamradioworkbench/
Winter Field Day - https://www.winterfieldday.com/
New Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Bundle Exclusive for Ham Radio Workbench listeners! The regular price would be $339, but Digilent is offering a discount code for $100 off! The bundle includes:
- Analog Discovery 2
- BNC Adapter Board
- 2 BNC Scope Probes
- Mini Grabbers
- Extra Set of Fly Wires
Follow @HamWorkbench on Twitter or watch the new FaceBook groups for the link and code to appear sometime between February 15-16! Full details will be shared in our next episode as well.
Rumor of a new Yaesu FT-818 radio - https://fccid.io/K6603770X30
Commentary on the desired features of an FT-817 Replacement - http://www.k0nr.com/wordpress/2016/06/ft-817-upgrade/
Chinese HF QRP Radios
- Xeigu X5105 - https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=X5105
- Xeigu X1M - http://www.wouxun.us/item.php?item_id=302&category_id=65
- Xeigu X108 - http://www.wouxun.us/item.php?item_id=346&category_id=65
Elite Power Solutions 40 Ah Prismatic LiFePO4 Battery - http://www.batteryspace.com/lifepo4-prismatic-battery-12-8v-40ah-512wh-10c-rate---un38-3-passed-3-2vx4-dgr.aspx
KF7IJZ Battery Box Design Videos
- Part 1 - Philosophy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJjl7r9DnQE&index=2&list=PLYdpm7CC0KkLlfmG2U03RZ6Zlg66jE-Y2
- Part 2 - Bill of Materials - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_bZ-ZuM5Sg&index=1&t=16s&list=PLYdpm7CC0KkLlfmG2U03RZ6Zlg66jE-Y2
EEVBlog - Kirchoff’s Laws - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBfAEeEzDlg
EEVBlog - Mesh and Nodal Circuit Analysis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8f-2yXiYmRI
Powerwerx Panel Mounts - https://powerwerx.com/panel-mounts
20m Moxon Antenna build.
- Moxon page: http://www.moxonantennaproject.com/
- Moxon Calculator: http://w4.vp9kf.com/moxon_calculate.php
- “Crappie Poles” Fiberglass masts: https://www.ebay.com/itm/253027304815
- “Super Antenna” 18ga wire: https://www.ebay.com/itm/332542983769
- Balun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poqG0IfY8z4 (this is 1 of 5 in the video series)
- Original this kit is based off of: http://setxac.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1-1-Hombrew-Air-Core-Balun-Goran-SM2YER.pdf
BayCon 2018 Presentations - http://www.bay-net.org/articles.html
George attends the annual Bay-Net repeater conference BayCon and brings you a selection of presentations. Mike K6ML talks about building 122Ghz radios using automotive sensors. Marcel AI6MS talks about building ARKnet, a wireless emergency intranet for the city of Cupertino. Finally, George provides more on build projects.
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Bay-Net - http://www.bay-net.org/
BayCon - http://baycon.us/
When working with circuits diagnosis and design become nearly impossible if you can’t see what’s going on. Digilent has created a super portable and affordable instrument that when combined with its Waveform software suite, it delivers to its users a bench worth of test and measurement instruments in a USB device slightly larger than a deck of playing cards. George has been a huge fan of this device for a while and suggests that it’s a great option for those who need a lot of capability on a budget or those who need a lot of instruments in a portable package. Join Kaitlyn Franz, Instrumentation Product Manager for Digilent, as she introduces us to the many functions of the Digilent Analog Discovery 2.
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The Workbench Podcast is now the Ham Radio Workbench Podcast!
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New Satellite - Fox-1D / OSCAR-92 - https://www.amsat.org/fox-1d-launched-designated-amsat-oscar-92/
Fox-1D / OSCAR-92 Telemetry - http://www.amsat.org/tlm/health.php?id=4&port=
FoxTelem Satellite Telemetry Software - https://www.amsat.org/foxtelem-software-for-windows-mac-linux/
SatNOGS (Satellite Networked Open Ground Station) - https://satnogs.org/
Kenneth Finnegan W6KWF (@KWF) gives a talk on Amateur Radio and the Internet of Things - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dt8N933BIBQ
Nick Kartsioukas KN6NK (@ExplodingLemur) appears as a guest on the Embedded FM Podcast to discuss Information Security - http://embedded.fm/episodes/229
Winter Field Day 2018 - https://www.winterfieldday.com/
SharkRF OpenSPOT Server Software - https://github.com/sharkrf/srf-ip-conn-srv
NW Digital Radio 6 codec board - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/985312845/6-channel-usb-ambe-transcoder-for-digital-voice-sy
Convert dBm to Watts - https://www.everythingrf.com/rf-calculators/dbm-to-watts
Kaitlyn Franz, Instrumentation Product Manager for Digilent - https://blog.digilentinc.com/author/kaitlyn/
Digilent YouTube Channel for tutorials and help - https://www.youtube.com/user/DigilentInc/featured
Analog Discovery 2 Product Page - https://analogdiscovery.com/
Digilent Instruments - https://store.digilentinc.com/all-products/scopes-instruments/
Digilent Forum - https://forum.digilentinc.com/
A geostationary amateur satellite has been a dream for US Hams for years. The AMSAT Phase 4B program aims to deliver on this dream. Michelle Thompson W5NYV joins us to discuss the AMSAT Phase 4B program and her role in leading the Ground Station team.
Starting in February 2018, you will no longer get Ham Radio Workbench in the Ham Radio 360 podcast feed. Please find us in your favorite podcast app and subscribe to Ham Radio Workbench.
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The Workbench Podcast is now the Ham Radio Workbench Podcast!
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We have a new Twitter account - Please follow us! - https://twitter.com/hamworkbench
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Welcome PowerFilm Solar as our newest sponsor for 2018! http://www.powerfilmsolar.com/
Thanks for the motherboard Brian W4WWW - https://twitter.com/w4www_brian
Hakko FX-951 Soldering Iron - https://www.amazon.com/AMERICAN-HAKKO-PRODUCTS-INC-FX-951/dp/B0012B8NW8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1514774983&sr=8-3&keywords=hakko+951
Radio Mala - https://www.facebook.com/hamradio.mala/
HamRadio360 Radio Mala Interview - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2015/06/02/27/
Hakko - FR300 Desoldering Iron - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-FR300-05-P-Desoldering-Tool/dp/B00KWM69C4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1514775347&sr=8-1&keywords=hakko+300
All-Spec Electronics Supply - https://www.all-spec.com/
RF Explorer Low Cost Spectrum Analyzer - http://rfexplorer.com/
Service Monitor - Agilent 6380 - https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2053587.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.Xagilent+6380.TRS0&_nkw=agilent+6380&_sacat=0
uBITX 80-10 QRP Transceiver Kit - http://www.hfsignals.com/index.php/ubitx/
AMSAT - https://www.amsat.org/
Virginia Tech Amateur Radio Geostationary Satellite Program - https://www.hume.vt.edu/geo/info
IEEE ComSoc https://www.comsoc.org/about
Phase 4 Ground - https://phase4ground.github.io/
We look at the future of the Ham Radio Workbench and discuss 2018 projects and plans! Starting in February 2018, you will no longer get Ham Radio Workbench in the Ham Radio 360 podcast feed. Please find us in your favorite podcast app and subscribe to Ham Radio Workbench.
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Ham Radio 2.0 Episode 120 with Cale K4CDN discussing the future of Ham Radio 360 in 2018 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIXYSx5FTAc
Powerfilm Solar 10% off 30 Watt Portable Solar Panel Combo! - http://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/workbench
Great discussion on microcontroller Interrupts on the Embedded.fm Podcast - http://embedded.fm/episodes/224
Pluggable USB Microscope - http://a.co/cwaHn8O
Repairing Bent CPU Socket Pins on a motherboard - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fkioojsxX8
MFJ 1886 HF Receiving Loop Antenna - http://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-1886
Airspy HF+ SDR Receiver - https://v3.airspy.us/product/airspy-hfplus/
RCA TV Rotator - https://www.amazon.com/AUDIOVOX-Remote-Antenna-Rotator-VH226F/dp/B008468PWC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1512797155&sr=8-3&keywords=rca+antenna+rotator
FIeld Radio Podcast KB1HQ interview - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/12/01/ham-radio-360-frp11-ultra-portable-ops-w-stuart-thomas-kb1hqs/
Article on Small Magnetic Loop Transmitting Efficiency - http://www.qsl.net/k4fk/presentations/QQ0712_How-efficient-is-your-loop-antenna-.pdf
Construction of Magnetic Loop Antennas
http://nvcon.org/data/uploads/2017-presentations/brigida_simple-construction-for-mag-loops.pdf
AMSAT Phase 4B Geostationary Station - https://www.hume.vt.edu/geo/info and https://phase4ground.github.io/
Digilent Analog Discovery II - https://analogdiscovery.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8IeQkM791wIVk7fACh1tpAB5EAAYASAAEgIPEvD_BwE
Amazon Free RTOS - https://aws.amazon.com/freertos/
Store and Forward Modules - https://www.argentdata.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=98
Field Radio Podcast Ammo Can Repeater Build - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/11/16/ham-radio-360-frp10-portable-ammo-can-repeater-w-mark-waggoner-n6mrw/
Tindie Walkie Talkie Modules - https://www.tindie.com/search/?q=walkie+talkie
AllStar Node Information - https://hamvoip.org/
AllStar Portable Node - https://hamvoip.org/hamradio/Portable_Allstar_Node/
Wiring Baofeng Radios - http://crompton.com/hamradio/baofeng888/
David Shoaf KG6IRW from Elecraft joins George and Jeremy to talk all things HF Amplifiers. David walks us through an introduction to HF amplifiers by discussing amplifier technology, characteristics, features, and considerations one must make before purchasing. Along the way, David familiarizes us with the Elecraft HF amplifier line, 100 watts through full 1500 watt legal limit!
Powerfilm Solar Offer Save 10% off 30 Watt Panel Package! - http://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/workbench
David Shoaf KG6IRF at 2017 Hamcon courtesy of HamRadio 2.0 - http://www.livefromthehamshack.tv/2017/07/03/episode-104-elecraft-forum-presentation-hamcom-2017/
Airspy HF+ Now Available for Preorder!
US: https://v3.airspy.us/product/airspy-hfplus/
Outside US: https://www.itead.cc/airspy-hf-plus.html
Wellbrook HF Receiving Mag Loop Antennas - http://www.wellbrook.uk.com/Loop_Antennas
DX Engineering HF Receiving Mag Loop Antennas - https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/dxe-rf-pro-1b
BurningAmp - http://www.burningamp.org/
Flint-Hills Low Loss Power Power Gate - http://ki0bk.no-ip.com/~pwrgate/LLPG/Site/Welcome.html
Elecraft Newsletter - All about amps - http://mailchi.mp/elecraft/november-newsletter-kpa1500-update-ljogpqqg7g?e=e85c8c2add
Elecraft KPA1500 Legal Limit HF Amplifier - http://www.elecraft.com/elecraft_prod_list.htm#KPA1500
Elecraft KPA500 500W HF Amplifier - http://www.elecraft.com/KPA500/KPA500.htm
Elecraft KXPA100 100W HF Amplifier - http://www.elecraft.com/KXPA100/kxpa100.htm
Elecraft KAT500 Antenna Switch and Tuner - http://www.elecraft.com/KAT500/kat500.html
Elecraft KRC2 Band Decoder - http://www.elecraft.com/KRC2/krc2.htm
It’s Christmas Season once again and George and Jeremy are back to discuss gift ideas for your workbench! This week, we’re joined by previous guests Nick KN6NK, Rod VA3ON, and Smitty KR6ZY. This discussion will give inspire you with plenty of tools, test equipment, supplies, and stocking stuffers to add to your holiday workbench wishlist!
Twitter Workbench Picture Thread - https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut/status/931740952690958336
Double Cross Antenna - http://w7dbo.net/MARTES_Double_Cross_Antenna.pdf
Mount Panavise Jr. to an Arm! - https://twitter.com/CyberQueenMara/status/931560219125063680
Hand Tools * Weller ML100 Magna-Lite Micro Torch $10
https://www.amazon.com/Weller-ML100-Magna-Lite-Micro-Refillable/dp/B000KL2CGO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510007582&sr=8-1&keywords=weller+torch
* Hakko CHP 170 Diagonal Micro Cutters $6 - https://smile.amazon.com/Hakko-CHP-170-Stand-off-Construction-21-Degree/dp/B076M3ZHBV/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1510971882&sr=1-1&keywords=chp170
* Stainless tweezers (curved, straight) $25 each, or super cheap set ($9)
* Slotted head ceramic driver/adjustment set ($14) - for tweaking trimpots without shorting stuff out
* iFixit 64-bit screwdriver kit ($30)
* Hakko flush cutters ($5)
* PowerPole crimper ($50)
* Wiha System 4 Precision Modular screwdrivers https://www.wihatools.com/tech-tools/system-4-precision
* Knipex mini Pliers set Of two with Parallel jaws Knipex Tools 00 20 72 V01 Mini Pliers in Belt Pouch, Red, 2-Piece
Soldering Tools and Accessories * Aoyue soldering iron and hot air rework station $150 http://www.aoyue.eu/aoyue-int899a-smd-rework-hot-air-soldering-station-with-turbine-engine.html * Entry Level Hot Air Rework $75 - http://www.newark.com/tenma/21-11424/temperature-controlled-hot-air/dp/25AC4940 * Aven Circuit Board Holder $12 - https://www.amazon.com/Aven-17010-Adjustable-Circuit-Holder/dp/B00Q2TTQEE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510976355&sr=8-3&keywords=board+holder * PanaVise Jr $27 - https://www.amazon.com/PanaVise-Model-201-Junior-Miniature/dp/B000B61D22 * MetCal Soldering PS2E $175 USED - https://www.ebay.com/itm/222692052462 * MetCal Soldering MX500 $250 - https://www.ebay.com/itm/272921431841 * How the MetCal works - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9Wmqc9O24w * WES-51 or FX-888 soldering iron ($100) * TS100 portable iron (requires external DC power) ($50-$80) Hackaday review Video review * Hot-air reflow station ($60) * Controleo toaster reflow controller ($109) * Tiny desk fan ($20) and solder fume extractor ($25-$50) * Solder reel stand ($10-$20) * Ceramic floor tile (12”x12” or larger), $1-$2
Workbench Accessories * Pluggable USB Microscope $35 - https://www.amazon.com/Plugable-Microscope-Flexible-Observation-Magnification/dp/B00XNYXQHE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510971418&sr=8-1&keywords=plugable+microscope * Stereo microscope ($190) with 5x/10x, 10x/15x, or 10x/20x * Prusa i3 MK3 3D Printer $999 Assembled - https://shop.prusa3d.com/en/17-3d-printers * CNC router ($400+) * MillRight CNC Router Kits - https://www.millrightcnc.com/ * Laser cutter ($500ish)
Storage and Organization * Organization/storage tool rack $11 * Global Industrial storage boxes (~$30-$70 per 100 boxes, mine are 4”W x 12”D x 4.5”H) * Lift-N-Lok tool box (seem to not be available anymore) * Veto Pro Pac Tool bag https://www.vetopropac.com/product/tech-mct * Mechanics tool drawers (with organizers and Ptouch labels for the OCD crowd) * DYMO LabelManager 160 Label Maker $15 - https://www.amazon.com/DYMO-LabelManager-Handheld-Label-1790415/dp/B005X9VZ70/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511114832&sr=8-3&keywords=label+maker * AKRO MILS - https://akro-mils.com/ * AKRO-MILS Small Parts Bins $30 - https://www.amazon.com/Akro-Mils-10164-Plastic-Storage-Hardware/dp/B000LDH3JC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511115094&sr=8-3&keywords=akro+mils * AKRO-MILS Mixed Parts Bins $30 - https://www.amazon.com/Akro-Mils-10144-20-Inch-16-Inch-Hardware/dp/B003P2UOCO/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1511115094&sr=8-4&keywords=akro+mils * AKRO-MILS Large Parts Bins $30 - https://www.amazon.com/Akro-Mils-10124-Plastic-Hardware-6-5-Inch/dp/B003TV3NL0/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1511115094&sr=8-5&keywords=akro+mils
Consumables and Supplies * Bag of powerpole connectors - 10 pairs for $9.99 free shipping
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ANDERSON-POWERPOLE-Sermos-AC-DC-Connectors-30-Amp-10-Pair/192363652204?hash=item2cc9c4646c:g:ZvAAAOSwTM5YxtBX
* Hatchbox 3D Printing Filament - https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=hatchbox
* Box o’ Resistors! $7 - https://www.amazon.com/Cutequeen-750-Values-Resistor-25pcs/dp/B016NXK6QK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510972481&sr=8-3&keywords=resistors
* USB Cables! Especially Anker Powerline for anything that is doing power
* RF Adapters (You use one for a project, and it lives with that project forever.)
* Snap-on RF Chokes
* Wire for signals hookup, power transmission
* RF Coax Cable - LMR400, LMR240, LMR195, etc
* Lifetime supply of 63/37 solder ($33) (get a smaller spool of thicker solder if doing power connectors
* Solder braid - https://www.amazon.com/NTE-Electronics-SW02-10-No-Clean-Solder/dp/B0195UVWJ8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511115385&sr=8-3&keywords=solder+braid
* Heatshrink tubing
* Glue-lined heatshrink ($12)
* SMD practice board ($1)
Test and Measurement Equipment * Elecraft XG3 Signal Generator( Sweep Gen, Beacon CW and RTTY, Foxhunt Tx) - http://www.elecraft.com/XG3/xg3.htm * Digilent Analog Discovery II $279 (www.digilent.com / www.digikey.com ) http://store.digilentinc.com/digital-discovery-portable-logic-analyzer-and-digital-pattern-generator/ * Airspy HF+/Airspy R2/Airspy Mini $99-$199 - https://v3.airspy.us/ * Siglent SDS-1202X-E Oscilloscope - http://www.saelig.com/product/sds1202x-e.htm * Non-contact thermometer ($19) * Non-contact voltage probe ($19) * Socket tester ($9) * Component tester ($15) * LC meter ($25) * Frequency counter ($17) * Bus Pirate ($28) * 8ch 24MHz logic analyzer, works with Sigrok ($14) * Saleae mixed-signal analyzers, ($110-$600) * Rigol DS1054Z Oscilloscope ($400) * Bench Power Supply - Generic unit, many options, $50-$100, may need to swap pots out for 10-turn * Bench Power Supply eez-h24005, $400, but unknown when next manufacturing run * Bench Power Supply Rigol (1-channel $300, 3-channel $475) * Bench Power Supply Siglent (basic 3ch $270, or fancy 3ch $370) * Spectrum analyzer - SSA3021X, ($1600) SDR dongle ($21), noise source ($12), directional coupler * Fluke Mulitmeters - 87V $370 - https://www.amazon.com/Fluke-FLUKE-87-V-Digital-Multimeter/dp/B00T3LZLFG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511115922&sr=8-1&keywords=fluke+87v * EEVBlog Bryman 235 Digital Multimeter $125 - https://www.amazon.com/EEVblog-BM235-Brymen-Multimeter/dp/B01JZ1ADCO/ref=sr_1_1?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1511115964&sr=1-1&keywords=eevblog * Siglent SDM3000 Series Benchtop Multimeters - http://www.saelig.com/category/siglent-dmm.htm?Screen=CTGY&Category_code=siglent-sdm-multimeters
Stocking Stuffers * Wago 221 Lever-Nut Assortment Pocket Pack $19.95
https://www.amazon.com/Wago-Lever-Nut-Assortment-Pocket-Pack/dp/B01N0LRTXZ/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1510008024&sr=1-1&keywords=WAGO+WIRE+NUTS&dpID=41fWIAdO%252BDL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=src
* Airspy Mini $99 - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-airspy-mini/
* QRP Labs CW QCX Transceiver - https://www.qrp-labs.com/qcx.html
* BITX40 40M QRP SSB Transceiver - http://www.hfsigs.com/
* Assorted jumper wires ($8)
* Breadboard + jumper wire kit ($12)
* Breadboard power supply ($6, 3-pack $8, 6-pack $11)
* FTDI USB/TTL adapter: 3.3v, 5v ($15) (avoid eBay, lots of FTDI counterfeits)
* Lady ada toolkit $100 https://www.adafruit.com/product/136
* Leatherman Squirt electricians edition (ES4) $32
* Allen wrench handles (Lee Valley Tools) http://www.leevalley.com/us/wood/page.aspx?p=75480&cat=1,70373,70375. $15
* Membership for a Makerspace https://spaces.makerspace.com/directory/
The Junk Drawer - a random collection of useful and invaluable items. This week George and Jeremy bring you a veritable hodge podge of exciting ham radio content! PowerFilm Solar shares an exclusive offer for HamRadio360 listeners. George gives a preview of progress on build projects. He then shares interviews with SteppIR, Flex Radio, and Novexcomm from Pacificon. Our friends at the ICQ Podcast share an exciting announcement about G8BBC, the official BBC Ham Radio Station.
Exclusive 10% discount onPowerfilm Solar 30 watt panel (Expires Dec 7, 2017)! (Promo code is HamRadio on Amazon) - http://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/workbench
Elecktor article on Android function generator - https://www.elektormagazine.com/news/review-function-generator-in-the-pocket
RF Analyzer for Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mantz_it.rfanalyzer
SDR Touch for Android - http://sdrtouch.com/
EveryCircuit for Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.everycircuit.free&hl=en
EveryCircuit for iOS - https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjc5fnt-KPXAhUGMyYKHeVFBSoQFggoMAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fitunes.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Feverycircuit%2Fid797157761%3Fmt%3D8&usg=AOvVaw1O1cL6FCmTfREJ-BNPT8Z8
Airspy HF+ - https://airspy.com/airspy-hf-plus/
Airspy Groups.io - https://airspy.groups.io/g/main/topics
SDR# / SpyServer Changelog - https://airspy.com/downloads/changelog.txt
SpyServer Directory - https://airspy.com/spy-servers/
Flex Radio - http://www.flexradio.com/
SteppIR Urban Beam - https://www.steppir.com/shop/horizontal-antennas/urbanbeam/
NovexComm Radio Mounts - http://www.novexcomm.com/
G8BBC - https://www.icqpodcast.com/download-the-show/2017/10/22/icq-podcast-episode-251-g8bbc
Continuing the discussion of digital technologies in Ham Radio, George and Jeremy invite Kenneth Finnegan W6KWF back to do a very deep dive on Packet Radio, AX.25, and KISS modes. We talk TNCs, equipment, and practical applications of Packet Radio this week on The Workbench.
Kenneth Finnegan - https://twitter.com/KWF http://blog.thelifeofkenneth.com
MMDVM Zumboard - http://mmdvm.blogspot.com/
DStar Registration - http://www.dstargateway.org/D-Star_Registration.html
DMR Registration - https://www.dmr-marc.net/cgi-bin/trbo-database/register.cgi
New Elecraft AX1 Antenna - https://va2ss.com/2017/10/19/elecraft-ax1-ultraportable-1720-meter-antenna-system/
Pacificon - http://www.pacificon.org/
Microwave Update 2017 - http://www.microwaveupdate.org/
Sierra Radio Systems - http://www.sierraradio.net/
Motrolla CDM1250 - https://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/products/two-way-radios/analog-business-radios/discontinued/cdm1250.html#tabproductinfo
Motrola CDM1550 - https://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/products/two-way-radios/analog-business-radios/discontinued/cdm1550.html#tabproductinfo
eMMC to SD Card adapter - https://ameridroid.com/products/emmc-adapter
Raspberry Pi Compute Module - https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/compute-module-3/
http://blog.thelifeofkenneth.com/2017/08/building-stand-alone-raspberry-pi.html
TAPR - https://www.tapr.org/packetradio.html
Bell 202 Modem - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_202_modem
TNC - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminal_node_controller
Nationwide Packet Network of BBS - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulletin_board_system
AMPRNet - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AMPRNet
AX.25 - https://www.tapr.org/pub_ax25.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AX.25
TNC-X Raspberry Pi - https://tnc-x.com/TNCPi.htm
Kantronics TNCs - http://www.kantronics.com/
Soundcard Packet - https://www.soundcardpacket.org/
Direwolf - http://info.aprs.net/index.php?title=Dire_Wolf
AGWPE - https://www.sv2agw.com/downloads/
UZ7HO Soundcard Modems - http://uz7.ho.ua/packetradio.htm
OSI Model - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OSI_model
AFSK - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frequency-shift_keying
HDLC - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-Level_Data_Link_Control
KISS - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KISS_(TNC)
Outpost Software - http://www.outpostpm.org/index.php
Alinco - http://alinco.com/Products/ham/mbl/DR-135/
http://www.scc-ares-races.org/freqs/packet-freqs.html
HR360 APRS Shows - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/01/24/ham-radio-360-all-about-aprs-with-w6kwf/
http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/03/07/ham-radio-360-aprs-follow-up-listener-qa/
This week George and Jeremy host a roundtable to discuss the differences and similarities between some of the most popular digital voice communication modes available to amateurs today. They are joined by Rod Hardman VA3ON (DMR), Rich Timpa KC6OBJ (DStar), David Ranch KI6ZHD (Yaesu System Fusion), and Randy Neals W3RWN (Allstar). In this conversation opinions and facts are explored about the benefits and potential of each of these digital modes of communication.
KF7IJZ / KJ6VU / KR6ZY / W6KWF Eagle Board Layout Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYoorqf2llE
Modes
All Star - https://www.hamvoip.org/
DMR - http://www.dmr-marc.net/ / https://brandmeister.network/
DSTAR - http://www.dstarinfo.com/
Yaesu System Fusion - http://systemfusion.yaesu.com/what-is-system-fusion/
Radios
DMR - Tytera MD380 UHF - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/ht/0380.html
DMR - Tytera MD9600 Mobile - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/fm_txvrs/0196.html
DMR - Hytera (Commercial Quality) - https://www.gigaparts.com/hytera
DSTAR - ID-51 Plus 2 Handheld - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/ht/1151.html
DSTAR - ID-4100 Mobile - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/fm_txvrs/4100.html
DSTAR - IC-7100 Mobile HF w/ DSTAR - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/3071.html
Yaesu System Fusion HT - FT-2DR - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/ht/6002.html
Yaesu System Fusion Mobile - FTM-100DR - https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/fm_txvrs/0100.html
Digital Mode Hotspots
DVMEGA (DMR, Fusion, DSTAR) - http://www.dvmega.auria.nl/
MMDVM ZUMSpot (DMR, Fusion, DSTAR) - http://mmdvm.blogspot.com/
SharkRF Open Spot (DMR, Fusion, DSTAR) - https://www.sharkrf.com/products/openspot/
All Star Micro Node - http://micro-node.com/
New ICOM SDR(?) IC-9700 144/440/1200 Radio - http://qrznow.com/icom-ic-9700-vhfuhf1-2ghz-prototype-transceiver-shown-at-tokyo-hamfair-2017/
DSTAR HF Coordination - http://www.dstarinfo.com/DSTARHFNet.aspx
The BITX40 is a $60 Arduino controlled 7 watt QRP SSB 40 meter transceiver designed and built by Ashar Farhan VU2ESE. They are available as a “kit” from http://www.hfsigs.com/ . The assembly only involves soldering wires for things like speakers, power, and microphones and also finding a suitable case. We originally spoke about the BITX40 back in Episode 26 (http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/06/20/ham-radio-360-workbench-26-the-bitx40-transceiver-an-introduction/)
Mark “Smitty” Smith KR6ZY is back with us again to share with us the modifications and upgrades he’s made to the original BITX40 over the summer. In this episode, we discuss adding upper sideband capabilities, adding an IF shift, and even multibanding the radio! Smitty shares lots of great resources and ideas in this episode of the Workbench.
Smitty KR6ZY can be found online on twitter @smittyhalibut (https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut) and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/SmittyHalibut
Cale K4CDN is taking a much deserved break for the rest of the year! - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/09/19/ham-radio-360-lessons-from-irma-and-my-vacation/
Workbench Autodesk Eagle board layout tutorial with KF7IJZ, KJ6VU, W6KWF, and KR6ZY - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYoorqf2llE
OSHPark Board Manufacturer - https://oshpark.com/
ESP01 / ESP8266
- http://www.instructables.com/id/Getting-Started-With-the-ESP8266-ESP-01/
- https://www.sparkfun.com/products/13678
- ESP Libraries Source https://github.com/esp8266/Arduino
- Arduino IDE - https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software
- ESP8266 in Arduino - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/esp8266-thing-hookup-guide/installing-the-esp8266-arduino-addon
- Teensy - https://www.pjrc.com/teensy/
- ARRL HF Data Rates - http://www.arrl.org/news/arrl-files-symbol-rate-petition-with-fcc
- Hardware random number generator - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardware_random_number_generator
RTL-SDR v3 with Direct Sampling - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/rtl-sdr-blog-v-3-dongles-user-guide/
QRP Labs Filter Kits
- https://www.qrp-labs.com
- LPFs: https://www.qrp-labs.com/lpfkit.html
- BPFs: https://www.qrp-labs.com/bpfkit.html
- HF BPF 10-band Set - http://shop.qrp-labs.com/BPFSET
D-STAR QSO Party - https://www.icom.co.jp/world/dqp/
Silicon Dust HDHomeRun OTA TV to IP Box - https://www.silicondust.com/
Smitty’s BITX40 Intro Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ESph5JCOpw
BITX40 Mods
Groups.io - https://groups.io/g/BITX20
BitX Hacks - http://bitxhacks.blogspot.com/
Raduino Software - https://groups.io/g/BITX20/wiki/Raduino-Topics
Allard’s Software - https://groups.io/g/BITX20/wiki/Allard%27s-Raduino-Code
Software upgrades https://github.com/amunters/bitx40/
Make it do CW http://bitxhacks.blogspot.com/2017/03/nd6t-bitx-cw-update.html http://bitxhacks.blogspot.com/2017/02/putting-bitx-raduino-on-cw.html
USB and LSB (for digital) - https://groups.io/g/BITX20/wiki/USB-LSB-operation
Front panel and case - https://www.banggood.com/Electronic-Plastic-Shell-Cartridge-Handle-Project-Case-Desk-Instrument-200x175x70mm-p-1035473.html?rmmds=myorder
Optical/Rotary Encoder Tuning - https://groups.io/g/BITX20/topic/mouse_encoder/5553536?p=,,,20,0,0,0::Relevance,,mouse,20,2,0,5553536
Dr. Jack Purdum W8TEE VFO TFT - https://groups.io/g/BITX20/topic/5116056
AGC Board - http://kv4qb.blogspot.com/2016/11/bitx-40p-building-part-1.html
SteppIR Urban Beam - http://www.steppir.com/UrbanBeam
Curious about what the “10 MHz” connector on the back of your test equipment is? Interested in calibrating an SDR to reduce tuning error? Do you want an accurate frequency source for tuning radios? How about a super accurate sense of what time it is? This week, Dr. Frank Howell K4FMH joins Jeremy and George to talk about GPS Disciplined Oscillators and Frequency References for your workbench.
News
- Hurricane Watch Net - https://www.hwn.org/
- Icom IC-9700 - http://qrznow.com/icom-ic-9700-vhfuhf1-2ghz-prototype-transceiver-shown-at-tokyo-hamfair-2017/
- Circuit Board Printer - Voltera - https://www.voltera.io/
- Circuit Board Printer - BotFactory - https://www.botfactory.co/page/homepage
Workbench
KF7IJZ’s Workbench
- Remote Airspy Server w/ ASUS Tinkerboard
-
- Airspy SDR Receivers
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- Airspy R2 - 24Mhz - 1.8Ghz 10Mhz Bandwidth SDR Receiver - $169 - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-airspy/
- Airspy Mini - 24Mhz - 1.8Ghz 6Mhz Bandwidth SDR Receiver - $99 - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-airspy-mini/
- SpyVerter HF Converter - $49 - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-spyverter/
- ASUS Tinkerboard
-
- I Used a Tinkerboard because I had one, but I would recommend an ODroid device instead - http://www.hardkernel.com/main/main.php
- Tinkerboard Hardware - https://www.asus.com/us/Single-Board-Computer/Tinker-Board/
- Tinkboard Linaro Linux Distro available on that page under Downloads
- Armbian Distro for Tinkerboard - https://www.armbian.com/tinkerboard/
- Good review of Tinkerboard - https://forum.armbian.com/index.php?/topic/4614-asus-tinker-board/
- Software
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- Spyserver for ARM 32 Bit - http://airspy.com/download/
- Airspy on ARM Instructions (do this first) - http://photobyte.org/running-spyserver-raspberry-pi-3/
- Arduino MIDI Mute Button
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- Hardware
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- Adafruit Pro Trinket 5V - https://www.adafruit.com/product/2000
- Adafruit 24mm LED Arcade Buttons - https://www.adafruit.com/product/3430
- Adafruit MIDI Jack - https://www.adafruit.com/product/1134
- Arduino MIDI Wirting and Communication Guide - https://www.arduino.cc/en/Tutorial/Midi
- Use “Debounce” Example code from Arduino IDE
- Arduino MIDI Message Guide (code is deprecated, but message formats are relevant)- http://little-scale.blogspot.com/2011/08/simple-examples-of-sending-midi-data.html
- Eagle Best Practices
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- 1/16” Margin around the edge of the board
- Avoid acute angles on circuit traces
- Vias should be at least 0.04” in size
- Traces should be at least 0.03” in size
- Keep good space between signal lines and ground planes/traces
- Other Links
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- Perseus SDR - http://microtelecom.it/perseus/
- SDR Console Software - http://sdr-radio.com/Software/Download1/Download
- RF Space - http://rfspace.com/RFSPACE/Home.html
- Cloud SDR - http://www.cloud-sdr.com/
- SDR# Tuner from Mouse - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/building-a-tuning-knob-for-sdr/
KJ6VU’s Workbench
- RIDGID Toolbox for KX3 Project - http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-22-in-Pro-Organizer-Black-222571/205440492
- BBC Micro:Bit - http://microbit.org/
K4FMH’s Workbench
- Trimble based GPS GPSDO 10Mhz / 1PPS Clock - http://www.ebay.com/itm/Trimble-GPS-Receiver-GPSDO-10MHz-1PPS-GPS-Disciplined-Clock-sine-and-square-wave-/252162780444?hash=item3ab612ad1c:g:o2IAAOSw1WJZHdMY
- PCTEL GPS (L1) 26dB Timing Antenna Kit - http://www.ebay.com/itm/PCTEL-GPS-L1-26dB-TIMING-ANTENNA-KIT-GPS-TMG-26N-W-Mount-Kit-/263159662203?epid=1209248913&hash=item3d4589c67b:g:KU0AAOSw8gVX3BPx
- Six Output Video Distribution Amplifier - Sigma Electronics VDA-100A - https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=SIX+Output+Video+Distribution+Amplifier+Sigma+Electronics+VDA-100A&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.XSigma+Electronics+VDA-100A.TRS0&_nkw=Sigma+Electronics+VDA-100A&_sacat=0
- Leo Bodnar Precision 2 Output GPSDO (450Hz - 800Mhz) - https://v3.airspy.us/product/lb-gpsdo-1/
- HP 3586A Selective Level Meter - http://ve2zaz.net/HP3586_AD5962/HP3586_AD5962.htm
Show Links
- K4FMH’s Blog - http://k4fmh.com
- WWV - https://www.nist.gov/pml/time-and-frequency-division/radio-stations/wwv
- EEVBlog Frequency Reference Videos
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- Rubidium - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPPB7ZzO_TA
- Cesium - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yTL06ZU5SU
- Lady Heather Disciplined Oscilator Control Program - http://www.ke5fx.com/heather/readme.htm
- U-Blox GPS Receivers and Timing Devices - https://www.u-blox.com/en
- Gerry Sweeny on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/gezzasw
- WGUR “The Noise” - http://www.gcsuradio.com/
- K4FMH on Linux in the Ham Shack - http://lhspodcast.info/2015/10/lhs-episode-155-interview-with-frank-howell/
- K4FMH on Twitter - https://twitter.com/frankmhowell
This week, Jeremy is back and he’s brought along John Jacobs, W7DBO, host of the new Field Radio Podcast! John introduces his show and talks about the skills that he uses as a maker to build field portable gear including design and 3D Printing.
Airspy Mini Software Defined Radio - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-airspy-mini/
MPD Digital Custom Coax Cables - https://usacoax.com/
Pine64 Rock 64 Single Board Computer - https://www.pine64.org/?page_id=7147
Times Microwave Coax Loss Calculator - http://www.timesmicrowave.com/calculator/
Spyserver on Pi (or ODROID or Tinker Board)- http://photobyte.org/running-spyserver-raspberry-pi-3/
HamRadio360 - ADS-B with Nick KK6LHR - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/06/13/ham-radio-360-ads-b-with-nick-kk6lhr/
NOAA Weather Satellites
- Double Cross Antenna - https://www.rtl-sdr.com/instructions-for-building-a-double-cross-antenna-great-for-noaameteor-weather-satellites/
- http://w7dbo.net/MARTES_Double_Cross_Antenna.pdf
- Wideband Preamp - https://v3.airspy.us/product/upu-fpwb/
- NOAA Preamp/Filter - https://v3.airspy.us/product/upu-fp137s/
- Weather Satellite Image Decoding WXTOIMAGE, - http://www.wxtoimg.com/
- Orbitron Satellite Tracker - http://download.cnet.com/Orbitron/3000-2074_4-28180.html
John Jacobs’ Website - http://W7DBO.net
W7DBO VHF/UHF Build VIdeo - https://youtu.be/9f1iXXHV7yM
Field Radio Podcast You Tube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdQ0a59Oqea3OF00701H-Ew
LED Power Pole Tester - http://www.ebay.com/itm/192175042400
Comms to Go - http://commstogo.com/
Wago Connectors - https://www.amazon.com/Wago-Lever-Nut-Assortment-Pocket-Pack/dp/B01N0LRTXZ/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1503726606&sr=1-4&keywords=wago+lever+nuts
DROK Power Meter - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XFZ6PC4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Tenergy Power Meter - https://www.amazon.com/Tenergy-Precision-Meter-Analyzer-Backlight/dp/B017YCTRKK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1503726568&sr=8-2&keywords=tenergy+watt+meter
Tinkercad - Free online design tool - https://www.tinkercad.com/#/
Thingiverse - Why reinvent the wheel? - https://www.thingiverse.com/
Simplify 3D - Slicing Tool - https://www.simplify3d.com/
OctoPrint - Raspberry Pi Print Server - http://octoprint.org/
Monoprice Maker Select Plus V2 Printer - https://www.monoprice.com/pages/3d_printers
Monthly 3D Geek Box - http://www.makergeeks.com/
Fox Smart - Cheaper Filament - http://thefoxsmart.com/
This week we are joined by Michael VA3MW from FlexRadio Systems to deep dive on remotely operating your station from just about anywhere you have internet access. George also breaks down his new KX3 Portable Enclosure and discusses the wiring and placement of equipment. Unfortunately Jeremy experienced severe technical difficulties and was unable to join the call.
Wago 221 lever connector blocks-tech specs./mfg site
Wago 221 kit at Amazon
FlexRadio Systems
PST Rotator AZ
Elecraft W2 watt meter
Remote QTH control systems
TX Factor ht N4MN
Don’t forget to order your BitX40 7 W QRP Transceiver kit today! –http://www.hfsigs.com/
This week, George and Jeremy discuss their summer workbench projects. George has been busy trying to build the ultimate portable Field Day setup around his Elecraft KX3 and Jeremy has been busy learning more about Software Defined Radios with Airspy devices and accessories.
PowerFilm 30W Foldable Solar Panel Giveaway - http://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/workbench
Elecraft KX3 QRP Transceiver - http://www.elecraft.com/KX3/kx3.htm
Elecraft PX3 Panadapter - http://www.elecraft.com/PX3/px3.htm
Elecraft KXPA100 Amplifier - http://www.elecraft.com/KXPA100/kxpa100.htm
Airspy Mini - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-airspy-mini/
Airspy R2 - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-airspy/
Airspy Spyverter - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-spyverter/
SDR Sharp and SpyServer Downloads - http://airspy.com/download/
Powerfilm Solar 60W Foldable Panel - http://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/?f163600_60w_foldable_solar_panel&show=product&productID=271511&productCategoryIDs=6578,6579
Buddipole PowerMini solar charge controller - http://www.buddipole.com/powermini.html
This week, George and Jeremy talk with Brian Yee W6BY, about building and operating ham radio gear for the microwave bands. There is a surprising amount of activity in the microwave spectrum and getting on the air is easier than you might think.
Micro:Bit Microcontroller platform www.microbit.org
George does a webinar about designing the Workbench power management PCB project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEQvaXnt7Bo&t=2430s
Order your BitX 40 QRP 40M radio kit - http://www.hfsigs.com/
The perfect Ham Radio Computer? The Asus Transformer Mini T102HA - https://www.asus.com/2-in-1-PCs/ASUS-Transformer-Mini-T102HA/
Brian Yee W6BY presents “Amateur Radio in the Bands Above 1 GHz” at BayCon 2017
http://www.bay-net.org/docs/baycon2017/microwave_ops.pdf
Brian works on an old earth station written up in CQ VHF
http://www.jamesburgdish.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=MxX1eY3BIK8%3D&tabid=544∣=1040
Brian Yee W6BY on microwave comms for ham radio – YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RGIzYZQKGA
Microwave Update 2017 – Santa Clara California, October 26-29 http://www.microwaveupdate.org/
Down East Microwave https://www.downeastmicrowave.com/
Khune Electronic Microwave Components https://www.kuhne-electronic.de/
Paul K1GHZ Microwave kits http://www.w1ghz.org/
50 MHz and Up Group – Northern California http://www.50mhzandup.org/
San Bernardino Microwave Society SBMS http://www.ham-radio.com/sbms/
George’s Blog - http://www.kj6vu.com/
Bay Net - http://www.bay-net.org
This week, George and Jeremy take a look back at Field Day 2017 and the things that we made to make it a great one. We also spend some time with Jason K6DGN to talk about his USB HT Battery Charger and some of his other interests.
Order your BitX 40 QRP 40M radio kit - http://www.hfsigs.com/
The perfect Ham Radio Computer? The Asus Transformer Mini T102HA - https://www.asus.com/2-in-1-PCs/ASUS-Transformer-Mini-T102HA/
Dewalt TSTAK boxes - http://www.dewalt.com/products/gear-and-equipment/tool-storage/tstak
Making your own external HT battery pack by Jason K6DGN - http://www.bay-net.org/docs/baycon2017/ht_charger.pdf
Yeeco 5V to 12V Regulator - https://www.amazon.com/Yeeco-Converter-Regulator-Stabilizer-Adjustable/dp/B011EBSKK0
K6DGN’s YouTube Channel - http://www.youtube.com/user/helidragon510/
RC Flight and Amateur Radio with K6DGN on the Everything Ham Radio Podcast - http://www.everythinghamradio.com/2017/05/remote-controlled-vehicles-jason-k6dgn-eth070/
George’s Blog - http://www.kj6vu.com/
Ohio Valley Experimenters Club - http://ovec.club
Bay Net - http://www.bay-net.org
This week on the Workbench Podcast; Smitty KR6ZY joins George and Jeremy to talk the BitX40. The BITX40 is a popular $60 40M 7W SSB transceiver “kit” available from http://www.hfsigs.com/ . Smitty gives a great general introduction on the radio, its capabilities, and its opportunities. We encourage our listeners to order theirs now as we will be doing a series of segments over the next few episodes to highlight opportunities for this little radio!
Antenna Analyzer Boards – Here with less than 50 now in stock
Posted rev 1.0 of the Power Board firmware by Ed W6ELA on www.360workbench.com
Interview on 3D Printing Today – 191_3DPrinting_Today
SDR – AirSpy – http://www.airspy.us
SDRSharp – Software Links
Diamond D220R – Discone Antenna
FM Broadcast Band Filter – Broadcast FM Block Filter (88 – 108 MHz Block) by RTL-SDR Blog –
AM Broadcast Band Filter – Broadcast AM Reject High Pass Filter (2.6 MHz HPF) by RTL-SDR Blog
ADSB Filter – https://v3.airspy.us/product/fp-1090-ha5s/
Lego Saturn V – sold out from LEGO, available on Amazon for an additional $100+
BitX40 – http://www.hfsigs.com
KR6ZY’s Intro to the BitX40 Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ESph5JCOpw
BitX40 Hacking Blog – http://bitxhacks.blogspot.com
BitX40 Community – https://groups.io/g/bitx20
Solder Smoke Podcast – http://www.soldersmoke.com
Solder Smoke – Global Adventures in Wireless Electronics
George and Jeremy are joined by Beric K6BEZ, David W6DTW, and Kenneth W6KWF. The gang debriefs us on the 2017 Maker Faire Bay Area and the role and presence of Amateur Radio. We also talk about our Field Day 2017 plans.
Maker Faire Bay Area – http://makerfaire.com/bay-area/
Weird Stuff – http://www.weirdstuff.com/
Travis Goodspeed’s MD-380 Tools – http://www.md380.org
Beric’s DIY Test Equipment using RTL-SDR Dongle SDR – http://www.bay-net.org/docs/baycon2017/rf_test_gear.pdf
SDR Noise Source and Directional Coupler – https://v3.airspy.us/product-category/other-tools-and-accessories/
Python RTL-SDR Library – https://github.com/roger-/pyrtlsdr
Dayton Mini Maker Faire – http://dayton.makerfaire.com
Bob Pease – http://www.ti.com/ww/en/bobpease/
Pyle 4 Channel Headphone Amplifier – https://www.amazon.com/Pyle-Pro-PHA40-4-Channel-Headphone-Amplifier/dp/B003M8NVFS
Take a front row seat for our Saturday talk at the 2017 Dayton Hamvention Forums. George and Jeremy explain why It Has Never Been a Better Time to be a Ham (Especially if you like to build things). We also check in with Travis Goodspeed, Michael Ossman, TAPR, Linux in the Ham Shack, Siglent, and Rigol!
Link to the Presentation Slides (PDF) - http://traffic.libsyn.com/workbench/Dayton_2017_HR360_Workbench_Forum_Presentation.pdf
Travis Goodspeed
https://twitter.com/travisgoodspeed
http://www.md380.org
https://github.com/travisgoodspeed/loraham
Michael Ossman / Great Scott Gadgets
https://twitter.com/michaelossmann
https://twitter.com/GSGlabs
https://greatscottgadgets.com
Siglent
https://twitter.com/Siglent_Tech
http://siglentamerica.com
Linux in the Ham Shack
https://twitter.com/lhspodcast
http://lhspodcast.info
TAPR
https://twitter.com/TAPRDigital
https://www.tapr.org
RIGOL
https://twitter.com/RigolTechUSA
https://www.rigolna.com
This week, George and Jeremy explore the treasure trove of Dayton through the eyes of the builder! They layout the parts, tools, test equipment, and components that you can find at Hamvention to outfit your workbench.
Hamvention Vendor List
http://info.pcboard.ca/
Workbench Build Projects
http://www.360workbench.com/
Raspberry Pi Boot Modes
https://www.raspberrypi.org/documentation/hardware/raspberrypi/bootmodes/README.md
This week, George and Jeremy are joined by Kenneth Finnegan W6KWF and Mark Smith KR6ZY to talk about Ham Radio’s role in the “Making” hobby/community and the role of community in the “Making” portion of the Amateur Radio hobby.
Kenneth Finnegan, W6KWF
http://Blog.thelifeofkenneth.com
https://twitter.com/KWF
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKzaXL9_V1qxGj5lzIyLBpw
Mark Smith, KR6ZY
https://www.youtube.com/user/SmittyHalibut
https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut/
NTP:
http://www.leobodnar.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=120&products_id=272
http://ntpsec.org
Temp sensors:
https://datasheets.maximintegrated.com/en/ds/DS18B20.pdf
http://esp8266.net/
Asus Tinker Board
https://www.asus.com/us/Single-Board-Computer/Tinker-Board/
https://twitter.com/KWF/status/854737858724220928
Ultibots D300SV Delta Printer Kit
https://www.ultibots.com/d300vs-3d-printer-diy-kit/
NRF24L01: http://www.nordicsemi.com/eng/Products/2.4GHz-RF/nRF24L01
http://www.ebay.com/itm/281281200941
With PA: http://www.ebay.com/itm/122396306508
Idea Factory http://amzn.to/2p8vcS1
http://www.audible.com/pd/History/The-Idea-Factory-Audiobook/B007TLTIZG/ref=a_search_c4_1_1_srTtl?qid=1492921499&sr=1-1
LoRAHam – https://github.com/travisgoodspeed/loraham
QRP Labs Ultimate3 WSPR Kit – https://www.qrp-labs.com
QRP Pixie Kit – http://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-9-13-8V-S-PIXIE-CW-QRP-Shortwave-Radio-Transceiver-7-023Mhz-With-Case-/291995633772?hash=item43fc4bc86c:g:Lf0AAOSwdGFYxpbS
Micro BITX – http://www.phonestack.com/farhan/ubitx/ubitx.html
BitX 40M Kit – http://www.hfsigs.com
Dr. Joe Taylor K1JT Weak Signal Modes
https://physics.princeton.edu/pulsar/k1jt/
Codec 2 – FreeDV – David Roe
http://www.rowetelcom/
http://freedv.org/tiki-index.php
DRA818V/U
http://www.dorji.com/docs/data/DRA818V.pdf
http://www.dorji.com/docs/data/DRA818U.pdf
http://www.ebay.com/itm/91210888951
http://www.ebay.com/itm/152144004874
Mini Circuits LPF (Look at their amazing parametric search)
https://www.minicircuits.com/WebStore/dashboard.html?mo
Join Jeremy and George as they discuss future Workbench Build projects currently under development including the Power Monitor/Low Voltage Disconnect/Power Switch and the Arduino enabled 25W Smarty Load.
Jeremy Midwest RepRap Festival after action report
- Midwest RepRap Festival - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2017-midwest-reprap-festival-mrrf2017-aka-mrrf-tickets-28382784673RepRap
- 3D Printers - http://reprap.org
- 3D Printing Today Podcast - http://threedprintingtoday.libsyn.com
- 3D Printing Nerd YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_7aK9PpYTqt08ERh1MewlQ
- Barnacules Nerdgasm YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/barnacules1
- New 3D Printer - Ultibots D300SV - https://www.ultibots.com/d300vs-3d-printer-diy-kit/
Pocket Micro Router - http://www.tp-link.com/us/products/details/cat-5506_TL-WR802N.html
TV Hacking - https://www.engadget.com/2017/04/01/smart-tv-broadcast-security-exploit/
This week, Jeremy heads to the Midwest RepRap Festival - a 3D printing gathering in Goshen Indiana. We continue our interviews with three listeners who are building interesting ham radio and electronics projects. Rex KE6MT builds a digital doorbell, Jeff KK9JEF builds a 40m CW transceiver and Don KG5IWL builds a Bit-X transceiver and a custom case.
Midwest RepRap Festival (3D printing event)
https://www.facebook.com/midwestreprapfest/
https://hackaday.com/tag/midwest-reprap-festival/
Icom ID-4100A
https://www.icom.co.jp/world/news/170217/ID-4100_pre.pdf
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KC_a8YSJ87U
Icom IC-7610
http://www.ab4oj.com/icom/ic7610/main.html
Jeff KK9JEF - 40M 3W CW TRX
https://kk9jef.wordpress.com/2016/08/10/qst-forty-9er-with-dds-vfo/
Rex KE6MT - Digital Doorbell
http://www.ebay.com/itm/433Mhz-RF-Transmitter-and-Receiver-Module-link-kit-for-Arduino-USA-seller-/122345523978?hash=item1c7c5c8b0a:g:24kAAOSwHaBWlXJ8
BITX40 Radio - Work the world on 40 meters ($59 USD)
http://www.hfsigs.com/
Ashhar Farhan VU2ESE
http://www.phonestack.com/farhan/
This week Jeremy spends time with some of our listeners to talk about what’s on THEIR workbenches. We spend time with Mike KM4VKR to discuss his upgrades to the Antenna Analyzer, Vance N3VEM to talk about building his own digital mode interface for his iPhone, and Smitty KR6ZY to learn about his multi-band WSPR experiences. More interviews were recorded and will be available in a future episode.
Mike KM4VKR
- OLED Display - https://www.adafruit.com/products/2719
- OLED Graphical Display for the HamRadio360 Antenna Analyzer - http://hamradio360.com/community/build-discussion/oled-display-with-graphing/
- QRP Labs WSPR Beacon - https://www.qrp-labs.com
- Desktop CNC Project - https://www.millrightcnc.com
- K3NG Arduino CW Project - https://blog.radioartisan.com/arduino-cw-keyer/
- QRP Labs SI5153 Module - http://www.qrp-labs.com/synth
- Arduino Zero - https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/ArduinoBoardZero
Arduino - MKR1000 - https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/ArduinoMKR1000
Arduino - MKRZERO - https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/ArduinoBoardMKRZero
Vance - N3VEM - Mobile Device Digital Mode Interface
- Project Overview - http://www.n3vem.com/blog/whats-on-my-workbench
- Signallink USB - http://www.tigertronics.com/slusbmain.htm
- Easy Digi - http://www.ebay.com/itm/034-EASY-DIGI-034-Digital-Sound-Card-Interface-PSK-RTTY-SSTV-NBEMS-JT-65-HF-VHF-UH5-/220896968460
- Wolphi Link - http://www.wolphi.com/interface/
- RigBlaster - http://www.westmountainradio.com/rigblaster.php
- Sound Card Interface Schematics - http://www.wa1wa.net/filespdf/pskhandbook.pdf
- PocketPacket (iPhone) - http://koomasi.com/pocketpacket/
- APRS Pro Delxue (iPhone) - http://aprspro.com/v1/
- APRSDroid (Android) - https://aprsdroid.org
- OpenAPRS (iPhone) - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/openaprs/id360574554?mt=8
- APRS Track (Android) - http://www.aprstrack.com
- PSKer (iPhone) - http://ke7sch.net/psker/PSKer.html
- Black Cat Systems - http://www.blackcatsystems.com
- Construction Techniques - Dead Bug, Manhattan - http://hackaday.com/2016/05/04/getting-ugly-dead-bugs-and-going-to-manhattan/
Mark (Smitty) - KR6ZY
- Nyquist Data Rate - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nyquist_rate
- Weak Signal Propogation Reporter (WSPR) - http://wsprnet.org/drupal/
- QRP Labs WSPR Beacon - https://www.qrp-labs.com
- Red Pitaya - https://redpitaya.com
- Multiband WSPR Receiver with Red Pitaya - http://pavel-demin.github.io/red-pitaya-notes/sdr-transceiver-wspr/
- Smitty’s OSHPARK Designs - https://oshpark.com/profiles/SmittyHalibut
- Smitty’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/SmittyHalibut
- Arduino Spacecraft Control - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfY-SlC2XHc
- Arduino Mission Control Desk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6zseFi070E
George takes us to 2017 BayCon, the Silicon Valley’s Bay-Net annual convention.
Bay-Net - http://www.bay-net.org
Bay-Net Presentations/Articles - http://www.bay-net.org/articles.html
George and Jeremy bring all of the Microcontroller knowledge together to a practical application as they break down the building of the Sierra Radio Systems Bay-Net Repeater Groups Remote Site Monitoring System.
Yaesu Announces two new Handhelds
FT-25R - http://www.yaesu.com/indexVS.cfm?cmd=DisplayProducts&ProdCatID=111&encProdID=79E6683CC766565D2CB197C293AB6219&DivisionID=65&isArchived=0
FT-65R - http://www.yaesu.com/indexVS.cfm?cmd=DisplayProducts&ProdCatID=111&encProdID=82DE38083B3DFC155A6A472F7FEFA8C7&DivisionID=65&isArchived=0
RTL-SDR.com AM/FM Broadcast Band High Pass Filter – http://www.rtl-sdr.com/rtl-sdr-com-broadcast-block-high-pass-filter-now-sale/
Prebuilt Raspberry Pi Image for using an RTL-SDR as a receive iGate - http://www.rtl-sdr.com/a-pre-built-raspberry-pi-image-for-using-an-rtl-sdr-as-an-aprs-rx-igate/
KF7IJZ AGM / Bioenno LiFePO4 / NEC LiFePO4 Battery Comparison – https://youtu.be/psjQ-FT6KY0
Bay-Net articles - http://www.bay-net.org/articles.html
Dupont Connectors - http://amzn.to/2lffzq0
Special Crimp Tool-Dupont Connector - http://amzn.to/2l3WBk0
Visit our Antenna Analyzer Forum for updates and hacks - http://hamradio360.com/community/main-forum/
Sierra Radio Systems – http://www.sierraradio.net/
Cactus Intertie – http://www.cactus-intertie.org/
Beagle Bone Black – https://beagleboard.org/black-wireless
Wavenode – http://www.wavenode.com/
In this episode of the Ham Radio 360 Workbench, George and Jeremy continue the conversation on communicating with Microcontrollers and Single Board Computers. They deep dive on wireless ways of communicating from direct RF links to WiFi.
Autodesk Eagle has moved to a subscription based license - http://www.autodesk.com/products/eagle/overview
News on Autdesk Eagle Subscription Terms - http://forums.autodesk.com/t5/eagle-forum/a-path-forward-for-the-make-license-a-step-up-for-standard/m-p/6823182#U6823182
West Mountain Radio Powergate - http://www.westmountainradio.com/product_info.php?products_id=pg40s
Low Loss Powergate - http://ki0bk.no-ip.com/~pwrgate/LLPG/Site/LLPG.html
KF7IJZ’s Test of the rev 1 DC Power Board - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgGJoE9QDCQ
Point to Point
- RFM69: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/12823
- Ax.25 for RFM69/Arduino: https://github.com/kicksat/ax25
- Adafruit RFM69 Devices: https://www.adafruit.com/?q=rfm69&
- SparkFun RFM69 Devices: https://www.sparkfun.com/search/results?term=rfm69
- 802.15.4 / Zigbee / DigiMesh XBee: http://www.zigbee.org
- DigiMesh XBee Products: https://www.sparkfun.com/search/results?term=xbee
- https://www.digikey.com/products/en/rf-if-and-rfid/rf-transceiver-modules/872?k=xbee&k=&pkeyword=xbee&pv1989=0&FV=fff40036%2Cfff803ec%2Cffe00368%2Cfffc025a&mnonly=0&newproducts=0&ColumnSort=0&page=1&quantity=0&ptm=0&fid=0&pageSize=25
- LoRa - https://www.lora-alliance.org
- LoRa Ham - https://github.com/travisgoodspeed/loraham
- Adafruit LoRa devices: https://www.adafruit.com/?q=lora&
- Argent Data Systems: https://www.argentdata.com/catalog/
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
- https://www.adafruit.com/?q=ble&
- https://www.sparkfun.com/search/results?term=ble
WiFi
- Particle Photon: https://www.particle.io/products/hardware/photon-wifi-dev-kit
- Adafruit Photon: https://www.adafruit.com/?q=photon&
- Arduino MKR1000: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/ArduinoMKR1000
- Adafruit WiFi Micros: https://www.adafruit.com/?q=wifi&
- Sparkfun WiFi Micros: https://www.sparkfun.com/search/results?term=wifi
Celluar/GSM
- Particle Electron: https://www.particle.io/products/hardware/electron-cellular-dev-kit
- https://www.adafruit.com/products/3234
- Adafruit FONA GSM Boards: https://www.adafruit.com/products/3234?q=gsm&
- Sparkfun GSM Option: https://www.sparkfun.com/search/results?term=GS
If This Then That (IFTTT): https://ifttt.com
George and Jeremy explore how to connect microcontrollers and single board computers to circuits and sensors to interface with the real world. They discuss both analog and digital inputs and outputs as well as the most common ways of interfacing with components such as sensors.
Antenna Analyzer 3D Printed ABS Cases from Rocket City 3D - $15 - https://rocketcity3d.ecwid.com/#!/Antenna-Analyzer-Case/p/77824858/category=21090241
EEZ H24005 Open Source Lab Power Supply - $400 - 2 Channels, 155W/channel (0-40V, 0-5A) - https://www.crowdsupply.com/envox/eez-h24005
KB6NU is streaming his Ham Classes and making them available on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvMiYkXm3RDjj9UVvmE-HdA
Dayton Update - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tunp5dCIHkI&feature=youtu.be
Congratulations to Curtis (K5CLM) at the Everything Ham Radio podcast for making it to episode 50! - http://www.everythinghamradio.com
QRP Labs WSPR/QRSS - https://www.qrp-labs.com
BayCon 2017 - http://baycon.us
Dayton Hamvention 2017 - http://hamvention.org
Micro Controller Input/Output Pins Analog vs Digital - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/analog-vs-digital
Logic Levels Overview - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/logic-levels/introduction
TTL 5V Logic Levels - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/logic-levels/ttl-logic-levels
CMOS 3.3V Logic Levels - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/logic-levels/33-v-cmos-logic-levels
Pull Up Resistors for Digital Inputs - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/pull-up-resistors
Analog to Digital Converters - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/analog-to-digital-conversion
Voltage Dividers - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/voltage-dividers
Pulse Width Modulation Output - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/pulse-width-modulation Serial communications
Overview - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/serial-communication
I2C - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/i2c SPI - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/serial-peripheral-interface-spi
UART - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/serial-communication#uarts
Sensors https://www.sparkfun.com/categories/23
https://www.adafruit.com/category/35
George and Jeremy explore some basic passive electronic components and parts and where to find them.
LoRaHAM by Travis Goodspeed- https://github.com/travisgoodspeed/loraham
Ted Okada TAPR DCC Talk- https://www.hamradionow.tv/episodes/2016/10/23/hrn-273-fema-go-big-from-the-2016-dcc
Kenwood TH-D74 Firmware Updated to 1.05 - http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur/thd74_update_e.html
QRP Labs Ultimate3S Slow Speed Atmel based 200mw transmitter - http://www.qrp-labs.com
WSPRLite - http://www.sotabeams.co.uk/wsprlite-antenna-tester/
Aoyue INT 852++ Hot Air Rework Station = http://www.sra-solder.com/aoyue-852a-smd-digital-hot-air-rework-station-with-vacuum-pickup
Digikey - https://www.digikey.com
Newark - http://www.newark.com
Mouser - http://www.mouser.com
eBay - http://www.ebay.com
Deal Xtreme - http://www.dx.com
AliExpress - https://www.aliexpress.com
BangGood - http://www.banggood.com
Adafruit - https://www.adafruit.com
SparkFun - https://www.sparkfun.com
Voltage Divider - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/voltage-dividers
RC Circuit - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RC_circuit
Jeremy and George introeduce Workbench Listeners to 3D Printing technology. They provide an overview of the technology, equipment, techniques, and software needed to add 3D Printing to your workbench.
Good general 3D Printing resource - https://all3dp.com
3D Printing Filament Guide - https://www.matterhackers.com/3d-printer-filament-compare
3D Printing Filament Guide - https://all3dp.com/best-3d-printer-filament-types-pla-abs-pet-exotic-wood-metal/
3D Printer Components - http://www.matterhackers.com/articles/anatomy-of-a-3d-printer
Extruder - http://www.matterhackers.com/articles/extruders-101:-a-crash-course-on-an-essential-component-of-your-3d-printer
3D Printer Controllers - Microcontroller or ARM CPU - https://all3dp.com/know-your-fdm-3d-printers-cartesian-delta-polar-and-scara/
3D Printing Slicing Software - https://all3dp.com/best-3d-printing-software-tools/
Autodesk Fusion 360 3D Modeling Software - http://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview
Google Sketchup 3D Modeling Software - http://www.sketchup.com
Autodesk Tinkercad 3D Modeling Software - https://www.tinkercad.com
Slicer - Take an STL or OBJ and turn it in to GCode - https://all3dp.com/best-3d-slicer-software-3d-printer/
3D Printing Troubleshooting Resources
- https://www.simplify3d.com/support/print-quality-troubleshooting/
- https://all3dp.com/common-3d-printing-problems-3d-printer-troubleshooting-guide/
- http://reprap.org/wiki/Print_Troubleshooting_Pictorial_Guide
- https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printer-troubleshooting-guide
- http://support.3dverkstan.se/article/23-a-visual-ultimaker-troubleshooting-guide
Prusa i3 MKIII - $700 KIT / $900 Assembled - http://www.prusa3d.com
Make 2017 3D Printing Guide - http://makezine.com/comparison/3dprinters/
Review of the $200 Monoprice Mini Select printer - https://all3dp.com/monoprice-mp-select-mini-3d-printer-review/
Mods to improve the MP Mini Select - https://hackaday.com/2016/07/07/modding-the-monoprice-mp-mini-printer/
Planetary Gear Bearing 3D Printable Model - http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:53451
Platform Jack 3D Printable Model - http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:925556
Caged Ball in Dodecagon 3D Printable Model - http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:215868
George and Jeremy breakdown what it takes to build the new HR360/K6BEZ Antenna Analyzer and where to find all the information you’ll need to make it happen!George and Jeremy breakdown what it takes to build the new HR360/K6BEZ Antenna Analyzer and where to find all the information you’ll need to make it happen!
The K6BEZ antenna analyzer will provide VSWR measurements for any antenna from 1 to 30 MHz. Frequency and VSWR is shown on the built in LCD display. Data can optionally be sent over the USB cable to a PC running a program that will plot the VSWR on a graphical window display. The analyzer can be programmed to scan any sub band and has built in ranges for 160m, 80m, 60m, 40m, 30m, 20m, 17m, 15m, 12m, 10m.
Project Files - www.360workbench.com
Assembly Guide - http://www.360workbench.com/antenna_analyzer_assembly.pdf
Github Repo - https://github.com/HamRadio360/Antenna-Analyzer
ICOM MS3A App in Google Play Store - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.icom.rs_ms3a&hl=en
New ICOM MS3A Android App manual - http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/manual/pdf/RS-MS3A_ENG_0.pdf
QRZ Thread on the Subject - http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?threads/anyone-have-the-new-icom-id-51a-plus2-radios-and-new-software-working-yet.543481/
GigaParts now carries Hytera DMR Radio Equipment - https://www.gigaparts.com/dmr
Hobby Creek Pana Hand - https://www.adafruit.com/products/3019
George and Jeremy enjoy a fireside chat about shopping for your Workbench and Shack.
Antenna Analyzer Project Information - http://hamradio360.com/community/partsmaterials-list/build-project-parts-listlinks/
Everything Ham Radio Podcast - http://www.everythinghamradio.com/
QSO Today Podcast - http://www.qsotoday.com/podcasts/4z1ug
Holiday project - 3D Printed Trees - http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:197668 https://www.youmagine.com/designs/christmas-tree-with-space-for-led-light#activity
New PackTenna linked dipole feedpoint prototype board arrived - http://www.packtenna.com
Tools
- Time to progressively upgrade!
- Powerwerx - https://powerwerx.com
- Powerpole crimper - https://powerwerx.com/crimping-tools
- Irwin Automatic Wire Stripper - https://www.amazon.com/IRWIN-VISE-GRIP-Self-Adjusting-Stripper-2078300/dp/B000OQ21CA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479526683&sr=8-1&keywords=irwin+wire+stripping+tool
- Lighted magnifying loop
- Soldering Iron - Hakko FX-888D - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/HAKKO-FX888D-23BY-/94-1275
- Good wire cutters such as Xcelite - http://electronics.mcmelectronics.com/search?cataf=&view=list&w=xcelite+cutter&x=0&y=0
- Upgrade all of your hand tools to Xcelite! - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/search.aspx?M=01001245
- Digital caliper w/ CR2032 Battery - $40-$50 - https://www.amazon.com/iGaging-ABSOLUTE-Digital-Electronic-Caliper/dp/B00KDUD67G/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1479735338&sr=8-7&keywords=digital%2Bcaliper&th=1
Meters
- Tenma 72-7780 - $60 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/72-7780
- EEVBlog Brymen - $135? - https://www.eevblog.com/product/bm235-multimeter/
Lab Power Supply
- Rigol DP711 30V, 5A $300 - https://www.rigolna.com/products/dc-power-supplies/dp700/
- Tenma 72-8345A 36V, 3A - $150 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/72-8345A
- Tenma 72-8350A 20V 5A - $160 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/72-8350A#review
Test equipment
- Digilent Analog Discovery II - http://store.digilentinc.com/analog-discovery-2-100msps-usb-oscilloscope-logic-analyzer-and-variable-power-supply/
- Rigol scope $400 Rigol DS1054Z Digital Oscilloscope 50 Mhz DSO 4 Channels - http://www.tequipment.net/Rigol/DS1054Z/Digital-Oscilloscopes/?Source=googleshopping&gclid=CjwKEAiA6rrBBRDsrLGM4uTPkWASJADnWZQ48jklPQOV8YJ4GQNF5VuTGsVrW-jmDSOai1nCShefXRoCLeHw_wcB
RF
- Spectrum Analyzer - Rigol spectrum analyzer Rigol DSA815-TG 9kHz to 1.5GHz with preamplifier and tracking generator - $1500 - http://www.tequipment.net/RigolDSA815-TG.html?v=0
- Rigol DSA705 100kHz to 500MHz Spectrum Analyzer - $700 - http://www.tequipment.net/Rigol/DSA705/Spectrum-Analyzers/?v=0
- Bird 43 Power Meter and Slugs - $400- ??? - http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/meters/1739.html
- Diamond Antenna Dual Band Power/SWR Meters - http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/meters/2315.html
- RigExpert AA-54 Antenna Analyzer - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-011715
Kits
- HamRadio 360 Workbench Antenna analyzer
- WinKeyer USB - www.hamcrafters.com $75
- http://www.hfsigs.com/ BITX Kit radio $45
- NanoKeyer - K3NG Arduino based CW Keyer https://nanokeyer.wordpress.com/nanokeyer-info/ https://blog.radioartisan.com/arduino-cw-keyer/ ~$40
- Elecraft DL1 20W Dummy Load Kit - http://www.elecraft.com/mini_module_kits/mini_modules.htm#dl1
- Elecraft W1 140 Watt Meter/SWR Bridge 160M-10M $99 - http://www.elecraft.com/mini_module_kits/mini_modules.htm
- Emtech Z Match antenna tuner - https://steadynet.com/emtech/
- BITX 40M QRP Kit - http://www.hfsigs.com
Books
- Make Electronics - Learning through Discovery: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Electronics-Learning-Through-Discovery/dp/1680450263/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1479528305&sr=1-1&keywords=make+electronics+2nd+edition
- ARRL Antenna Book
- ARRL Handbook - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-015330
- Arduino Projects for Amateur Radio: https://www.amazon.com/Arduino-Projects-Amateur-Radio-Purdum/dp/0071834052
- The Art of Electronics 3rd Edition - https://www.amazon.com/Art-Electronics-Paul-Horowitz/dp/0521809266/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1479528234&sr=1-2&keywords=electronics+3rd+edition
- Arduino for Ham Radio https://www.amazon.com/Arduino-Ham-Radio-Electronics-Microcontroller/dp/1625950160/ref=pd_sim_14_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BYWTZHEQZ91JW7KKFH0Q
Parts
- Coax connectors and adapters (N, UHF, BNC, SMA)
- Audio connectors and adapters
- Well stocked nut and screw selection - #4, #6, #8 screws, washers, nuts
- Ebay 347pc NUT BOLT SCREW AND WASHER ASSORTMENT KIT SET $5.99
- Parts bins to put it all in
- DC, Hookup Wire
- Coax
Free Stuff!
- CadSoft Eagle - https://cadsoft.io
- Autodesk Fusion 360 - http://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview
- SolderSmoke Podcast - http://www.soldersmoke.com
- ARRL - The Doctor is In Podcast - http://www.arrl.org/doctor
- The AMP HOUR Podcast - http://theamphour.com
- https://archive.org/details/73-magazine
- The MagPi - Official Raspberry Pi Magazine https://www.raspberrypi.org/magpi/
- 3D Printing Today Podcast - http://threedprintingtoday.libsyn.com
RF Poster: https://www.flickr.com/photos/llnl/9403051123/sizes/l/
Places to go for cool stuff
- MCM Electronics - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/
- Adafruit - http://www.adafruit.com/
- Seeedstudio - https://www.seeedstudio.com
- Sparkfun - https://www.sparkfun.com
- Banggood - http://www.banggood.com
- DealExtreme - http://www.dx.com
- Ebay - http://www.ebay.com/
- Digikey - http://www.digikey.com/
- Newark - http://www.newark.com
- Mouser - http://www.mouser.com
- Jameco - http://www.jameco.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreCatalogDisplay?storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&langId=-1
- Anchor electronics - http://anchor-electronics.com
- Pimoroni - https://shop.pimoroni.com
- TEquipment.net - http://www.tequipment.net
This week, we announce the details of the Antenna Analyzer project! George teaches Jeremy about all the facets of DIY printed circuit board (PCB) design using AutodeskEagle (Show Sponsor, download for free https://www.autodesk.com/products/eagle/free-download ). George discusses Schematic Capture, Board Layout, and an overview of PCB fabrication.
Antenna Analyzer BOM, designs, directions, and software available HamRadio360.com - http://hamradio360.com/community/partsmaterials-list/build-project-parts-listlinks/
Forums to provide support - http://hamradio360.com/index.php/community/main-forum/
CommRadio CTX-10 SDR Transceiver - http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/6010.html
Designed a case for my BlueDV and DVMega Dual Band board - https://www.youmagine.com/designs/bluestack-micro-plus-dvmega-enclosure
DVMega monoband - $130 - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-014297
BlueStack Micro Plus - $45 - http://www.grapevineamateurradio.com/store/?model_number=BlueDV_micro_plus
Link to 3DHubs 2016 Printer List: https://www.3dhubs.com/best-3d-printer-guide
Autodesk Fusion 360: http://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview
Rocket City 3D Printing (run by a Ham!) - https://www.3dhubs.com/huntsville/hubs/rocket-city-3d http://www.rocketcity3d.com/index.html
Printrbot Play - $400 - https://printrbot.com/shop/assembled-printrbot-play/
Printrbot Play Heated Bed Y Axis Upgrade - $75 - https://printrbot.com/shop/play-y-axis-upgrade-heated-bed-optional/
Hobby PCB RS-UV3 200mw 3 band transceiver boards - https://www.hobbypcb.com/products/uhf-vhf-radio/rs-uv3
Seedstudio - https://www.seeedstudio.com/new-fusion-pcb.html
OSH Park - https://www.oshpark.com
EEVBlog #939 How to Manufacture a PCB - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEB0pl8a5C0&feature=em-subs_digest
EEVBlog #127 - PCB Design for Manufacturing Tutorial - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXE_dh38HjU
George and Jeremy KF7IJZ are joined by Beric Dunn K6BEZ and Nick Garner N3WG to design an “idiot switch” – a micro controller device that can remove power from a soldering iron when the user leaves it turned on too long (Like Jeremy himself did with a Hakko FX-888 for 2 weeks!).
Teardown photos of the FX-888D: http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2013/03/hakko-fx-888d-solder-station-hi-res.html
Teardown video of the FX-888D: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw8e74DaE9I
Teardown photos of the FX-888: http://www.eevblog.com/forum/reviews/hakko-fx-888-teardown-review/
Pinout for Pencil: http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2014/08/hakko-fx888d-din-connector-pinouts.html
4 Plug Pigtail: https://www.adafruit.com/products/2935
Temp sensor: https://www.maximintegrated.com/en/products/analog/sensors-and-sensor-interface/DS18B20.html
Enclosure: https://www.polycase.com/ps-series
George and Jeremy sit down with Beric Dunn (K6BEZ), the designer of the project, to introduce the Arduino powered DDS module based Antenna Analyzer! Beric is a professional RF design engineer by trade, and he wanted to provide a project that would allow a ham to learn some fundamental principles while making a useful gadget.
RFinder H1A/B/C - https://www.ecwid.com/store/store10195853/
Anytone Radios - http://www.va3xpr.net/anytone-at-d868uv-dual-band-radio/
Baofeng - http://www.va3xpr.net/baofeng-dm-5r-dmr-tier-ii-upgrade/
PackTenna - http://www.packtenna.com/
Digilent Analog Discovery 2 - http://store.digilentinc.com/analog-discovery-2-100msps-usb-oscilloscope-logic-analyzer-and-variable-power-supply/
Murata switching supply the size of a 7805 for $5 - OKI-78sr-5/1.5-W36-C- http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/124-10255
ARRL Insurance: https://arrlinsurance.com
An interview with Matt Berggren of Autodesk who is responsible for Eagle PCB tools, Autodesk Circuits, and Tinkercad at Autodesk.
DVMega: http://www.dvmega.auria.nl
DV4Mini: http://wirelesshold.com/dv4mini.aspx
Internet Labs DVAP: http://www.dvapdongle.com/DV_Access_Point_Dongle/Home.html
Kenwood TH-D74 Manual is posted – http://manual.kenwood.com/files/B5A-1253-00.pdf
DStar QSO Party – http://icomamerica.com/en/amateur/qso-party/default.aspx
DStar info: http://www.dstarinfo.com
DStar Repeater Lists: http://www.dstarinfo.com/RepeaterDownloads.aspx
RFinder H1: http://www.androiddmr.com
Based on the Runbo H1 – http://bigrugged.com/runbo-h1-a-gadget-for-professional-users.html
KF7IJZ finally published video on battery chemistry comparison w/ Bioenno BLF-1208LB – https://youtu.be/psjQ-FT6KY0
LT3652 MPPT Solar Charge Controller Chip – surface mount – http://www.linear.com/product/LT3652
Continuing the conversation with Alan Wolke W2AEW on Oscilloscopes. This time we focus on digital oscilloscopes and how they compare with analog oscilloscopes.
Alan W2AEW's Test Equipment YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/w2aew
Alan W2AEW on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlanAtTek
Packtenna: http://www.packtenna.com
Pacificon 2016: http://pacificon.org
Don W6GPS Videos on the Kenwood TH-D74: https://www.youtube.com/user/w6gps
Interview with Don W6GPS on the Kenwood TH-D74: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIlLnll6TGc
TH-D74 Manual (from Japan) Here
KF7IJZ’s Raspberry Pi Cluster Setup Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZ5uX-JJbyY
Einstein@Home: https://einsteinathome.org
Alan Wolke W2AEW from Tektronix joins us to talk Oscilloscopes. Alan is a field application engineer for Tektronix, the world's most well-known oscilloscope maker. He also has a YouTube channel that is chock full of great information for those wanting to better understanding oscilloscopes and test equipment in general. Alan joins us for a two part session to deep drive on oscilloscope features and applications. In part one, we introduce the oscilloscope, what it's used for, some introductory concepts, and some comparisons of analog and digital scopes. We also discuss probe quality.
Alan Wolke W2AEW
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/w2aew
QRZ - http://www.qrz.com/db/W2AEW
Twitter - https://twitter.com/alanattek
Rigol DS-1XXX Z Series: https://www.rigolna.com/products/digital-oscilloscopes/ds1000z/
Great community support from http://www.eevblog.com/forum/
Inexpensive Used Tektronix or HP Scope, Tektronix 465B
Used Tektronix, Hameg, Leader, Kenwood, Hitachi
Don't buy a service grade scope!
Stay away from Vacuum tube models!
Tektronix 465, 475, 485
Tektronix 2215 (2200 series in general) 2225, 2400 series 2445, 2465
Make sure probes are rated for frequency or greater and make sure compensation range contains the input capacitance of the scope
Find Dave Jones video on Proper Probe Usage (how not to blow up your scope!) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaELqAo4kkQ
Pico Scopes: https://www.picotech.com/oscilloscope/2000/picoscope-2000-overview
Bit Scope: http://www.bitscope.com
Saleae: https://www.saleae.com
Digilent Analog Discover: http://store.digilentinc.com/analog-discovery-2-100msps-usb-oscilloscope-logic-analyzer-and-variable-power-supply/
Red Pitaya: http://redpitaya.com
Alan's Best Suggested OScope Video Links for Show Notes
Video Index PDF file
Basic operating and controls tutorials:
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242: How to use an oscilloscope on antique radios | NJARC
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160: Oscilloscope Basics, and how they can be used in the hamshack | tutorial
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11: Tektronix Oscilloscope Triggering controls and their usage
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10: AC / DC Coupling on an Oscilloscope
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238: Oscilloscope Vertical Position and Offset explained
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206: Importance of 10X Probe Compensation with your Oscilloscope
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9: Basic 1X and 10X Oscilloscope Probe tutorial
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179: How to make a peak to peak voltage measurement on a scope
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96: Tutorial on Digital Oscilloscope sample rate, record length and data processing
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69: Basics of Analog Oscilloscope Bandwidth
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68: Oscilloscope Probe Ground lead length affects on signal quality
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65: Basics of using FFT on an oscilloscope
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43: Analog Oscilloscope Basics: Making a Frequency Measurement
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35: Using the ADD/INVERT mode on an analog scope to view differential voltages
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33: Oscilloscope AUTO Triggering explained
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31: Analog oscilloscope ALT, CHOP, ADD, INVERT vertical controls
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25: Analog Oscilloscope bandwidth considerations
Some Useful Applications of a scope in the hamshack and radio workbench:
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90: Measure Capacitors and Inductors with an Oscilloscope and some basic parts
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72: Simple Station Monitor for Ham Radio using an Oscilloscope
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7: Monitor your Ham Radio transmitter with an oscilloscope
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8: Two-tone test of SSB transmitter output
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37: Use a scope to measure the length and impedance of coax
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162: How to measure coax velocity factor VF and impedance Z
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138: How to Measure Output Impedance
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135: Measure Capacitor ESR with an Oscilloscope and Function Generator
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112: Use an Oscilloscope and Signal Generator help tune an HF Antenna, measure complex impedance
George and Jeremy discuss test and measurement equipment - RF Power Meters, DC Power Meters, and Digital Multimeters.
Digital Multimeter Comparison Video - https://youtu.be/tl76f0S3iOU
LM317 power supply Kit - http://www.ebay.com/itm/LM317-Adjustable-Voltage-Regulator-Step-down-Power-Supply-Module-LED-Voltmeter/141812241288?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D37470%26meid%3D8a24a918e95b4208bffa4707fe8c0eed%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D330942829760
Cheap kits and electronics - www.banggood.com
https://blog.adafruit.com/2016/08/11/portable-adjustable-power-supply-3dthursday-3dprinting/
Icom released a new ID-51 Plus2 - http://www.icom.co.jp/world/news/160808/ID-51_PLUS2_colorvariation.pdf
Kenwood TH-D74A Information - http://www.jvckenwood.com/en/press/2016/08/press_160808.html
KF7IJZ’s Raspberry Pi 3 Cluster - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJKhRLKXr-Q
Must have Digital Multimeter features
- Auto Ranging
- True RMS A/C Measurement
- Check max voltage and current specs
- Backlight
- Kick stand
- Continuity testing beep
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4000 counts / 3 ¾ Digits - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4JFeU-o2kc
Nice to have Digital Multimeter features
- Capacitance
- Diode check
- Transistor check
- Frequency counter
- Computer connectivity
- High quality probes
- Impact resistant / weather proof case (rubbery)
What do you get as Digital Multimeter price increases?
- Precision
- “Nice to have” Features
- Non contact sensing
- Computer connectivity
- Accessories
- Power Handling
- Faster continuity test response
Good test probe characteristics:
- Silicone insulation not cheap wire
- Good strain relief
- Flexible
- Sharp probe points
- Removable alligator clamps
FLUKE TL71 10A PREMIUM DMM TEST LEAD SET FOR DIGITAL MULTIMETER PROBES NEW $18
Digital Multimeter Recommendations
- Tenma 72-7780 6000 count TRMS - $60 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/TENMA-72-7780-/72-7780
- Extech…
- Tenma 72- 10410 - $67 6000 count TRMS w/ USB - $67 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/72-10410
- Tenma 72-10415 22000 count TRMS w/ USB Connectivity $100 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/TENMA-72-10415-/72-10415
- EEVBlog Branded Bryman BM235 - ~$100US - https://www.eevblog.com/product/bm235-multimeter/
- Fluke 87V - $340 - https://www.amazon.com/Fluke-FLUKE-87-V-Digital-Multimeter/dp/B00T3LZLFG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469753599&sr=8-1&keywords=fluke+87
- Fluke 287- $450 - https://www.amazon.com/Fluke-287-Electronics-Multimeter-TrendCapture/dp/B01HAWOWO0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469753537&sr=8-1&keywords=fluke+287
- Keysight (Agilent) U1272A - $390 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/KEYSIGHT-TECHNOLOGIES-U1272A-/72-8935
Clamp Current Probes - Tenma - $40 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/72-9180#review
RF Watt Meters:
- MFJ 822 (HF, 2m) - $60 - http://www.mtcradio.com/mfj-822-wattmeter-hf-vhf-1-8-200-mhz-300-w-mobile/
- MFJ 842 (2m,220,440) - $60 -
- Diamond SX-200 (HF 2m) - $90 - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-000009
- Diamond SX-600 (HF, VHF, UHF) - $180 - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-000013
- Bird Model 43 and slugs ($300 for meter + ~$50+ per slug)
- http://www.birdrf.com/Products/Wattmeters_Line%20Sections/PortableWattmeters/43_General-Purpose-Wattmeter.aspx#.V6tGLpgrKUk
DC in-line power monitor:
- Powerwerx Wattmeter-PP $50 - https://powerwerx.com/watt-meter-analyzer-inline-dc-powerpole
- RC Digital LCD Watt Meter Battery Voltage Current Power Analyzer Tester - http://www.ebay.com/itm/Digital-LCD-Watt-Meter-Battery-Voltage-Current-Power-Analyzer-Tester-60V-100A-RC-/281826900593?hash=item419e313a71:g:NZoAAOSwl9BWHPwg
- West Mountain Radio PWRcheck - $185 - http://www.westmountainradio.com/product_info.php?products_id=pwrcheck
Sparkfun - How to use a multimeter - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/how-to-use-a-multimeter
Fluke - ABC's of DMMs (Digital Multi Meters) - http://support.fluke.com/find-sales/Download/Asset/1260898_6116_ENG_M_W.PDF
Ideal Industries - Basics of Digital Multi Meters - http://www.triotest.com.au/shop/images/basics_of_digital_multimeters.pdf
EEVBlog Multimeter Videos
- DMM Buyers Guide for Beginners: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh1n_ELmpFI
- How a Multimeter Works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuCXsT3_WRE
- Multimeter Counts and Resolution: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4JFeU-o2kc
George and Jeremy take a look at power supplies for powering radios and working on electronic projects. They explain the differences between traditional radio power supplies and “lab” Constant Current / Constant Voltage power supplies. They also provide helpful tips on what to look for when selecting power supplies for your radio or your workbench.
Tim KE4KE Website - http://www.ke4ke.com
Vance N3VEM - http://www.n3vem.com
Packtenna Mini - http://www.packtenna.com/
YouTube Packtenna Mini Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4RONXiPnkE&feature=share
New KJ6VU KX2 portable case video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfhqIH3wuk8
Bioenno LiFePO4 Batteries for ham use - https://www.bioennopower.com/collections/12v-series-lifepo4-batteries/products/12v-8ah-lfp-battery-abs-sealed-black-case?variant=1014198656
Raspberry Pi Clock - from N0BEL - http://n0bel.net/v1/index.php/projects/raspberry-pi-clock
2 Categories
- “Ham” 12v PSU
- Bench/Lab PSU
Ham “High Current” power supply considerations and tradeoffs
Linear vs Switch?
Variable Voltage vs Fixed Voltage?
Meters vs no meters?
What do you add as you go up in price?
- Precision
- Linearity
- Low Noise/Low Ripple
- More current/power
- Computer connectivity/programmability
Linear 12V High Current Power Supply: Astron RS-35A - $180 - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-004434
Switching 12V with Analog Meters: Samlex 1235M - $130 - https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-008965
Switching Variable Voltage with Meters: Powerwerx SPS-30DM - $160 - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-011684
Switching 12V: Powerwerx SPS 30DV - $110 - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-010662
Switching 12V Variable Voltage: Alinco DM-330MVT - $160 - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-003728
Power Supply Accessories
- West Mountain Radio Rig Runners - http://www.westmountainradio.com/rigrunner.php
- Low Loss Power Gate Battery Charging System - $50 - http://ki0bk.no-ip.com/~pwrgate/LLPG/Site/LLPG.html
- West Mountain Radio Super PWRGate PG40S - $140 - http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-007770
- PwrGuard Plus Low Voltage Disconnect - http://www.westmountainradio.com/product_info.php?products_id=pwr_guard
- Anderson Power Poles
- Crimper - https://powerwerx.com/tricrimp-powerpole-connector-crimping-tool
Workbench Power Supply - What specs do you care about?
- 0-20v or more
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- Single ended 0-20v - voltage reference to ground
- Maybe Dual ended +/- 15 volts
- Low ripple (<1mv p/p) - what is ripple? (EEVBlog Ripple and Noise https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Edel3eduRj4)
- 2-5 amps
- Meters for Volts and Current (digital or analog)
- Current limiting adjustment
- Resettable output breaker
- Short circuit protection
Test Leads - banana plug to whatever you need to connect to
What do you add as you go up in price?
- Precision
- Linearity
- Low Noise/Low Ripple
- More current/power
- Computer connectivity/programmability
Dave Jones EEVBlog - earth ground vs ground referenced circuit - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaELqAo4kkQ
Tenma 72-8345A 1-36V 3A Power Supply - $150 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/TENMA-72-8345A-/72-8345A
Tenma 72-8350 1-20V 5A Power Supply - $160 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/TENMA-72-8350A-/72-8350
Tenma 72-9465 1-36V 5A USB Controllable - $200 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/TENMA-72-9465-/72-9465
GW Instek GPS-1850D - $200 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/GW-INSTEK-GPS-1850D-/72-12100
Rigol Bench Power Supplies - https://www.rigolna.com/products/dc-power-loads/
Siglent Bench Power Supplies - http://siglentamerica.com/pd.aspx?tid=17&T=1
George and Jeremy take a look at uses of and options for hand tools on your workbench. They highlight the tools that are practical and useful with many suggestions on what to buy and what features to look for when considering your purchase.
Autodesk buys CADsoft. New web site http://www.cadsoft.io
More background at https://cadsoft.io/blog/autodesk-acquires-eagle/
Download your free copy of Eagle ECAD tools - https://www.autodesk.com/products/eagle/free-download
Doug Hendricks, KI6DS, is restarting the famous Nor Cal QRP club - https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/norcalqrp/info
John Pugliano N7PUG from the Wealthsteading podcast, talked about ham radio and hobbies on the July 2 episode of his podcast - http://www.wealthsteading.com/
Using PC power supplies for ham radio - http://ac8gy.com/pc_supplies.html
Bioenno Battery - BLF-1208LB - https://www.bioennopower.com/collections/12v-series-lifepo4-batteries/products/12v-8ah-lfp-battery-abs-sealed-black-case
Dayton Mini Maker Faire - https://makerfairedayton.com
5" Needle Nose Pliers - $5 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/h371/
6" Xcelite Needle Nose Pliers - $24 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/96-1330
5.5" Xcelite Slim Needle Nose Pliers - $22 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/96-1908
Angled head cutters AKA 5" Flush Oblique Cutter - $20 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/eclipse-tools-200-060-flush-oblique-cutter-slim-tip-plier/
Xcelite 170M Flush Cutters - $8 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/22-1050
20-30AWG Wire Strippers Strippers - $5 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/cp-301g/
8-16AWG Wire Strippers - $12 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/902-090/
Irwin Auto Wire Strippers - $18 - https://www.amazon.com/IRWIN-VISE-GRIP-2078300-Self-Adjusting-Stripper/dp/B000OQ21CA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1512309471&sr=8-2&keywords=irwin+stripping+tool
Crimper Frame - $29 - http://anchor-electronics.com/wp-content/uploads/300-054-sq-247×247.jpg
Crimp Die Set for Insulated Lugs - $16 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/eclipse-tools-300-058-die-set/
Powerwerx Tri-Crimp Full Die Set - $110 - https://powerwerx.com/crimpbag-tricrimp-tridies-gear-bag
Panavise Junior $27 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/106-201
Panavise - $50 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/106-001
Panavise Multi Purpose Work Center - $90 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/106-007
Panavise Electronic Work Center - $90 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/106-265
Hobby Creek - Third Hand Pana Hand Workstation for Panavise - $60 - https://www.amazon.com/Hobby-Creek-Helping-Hands-Soldering/dp/B01AX1VO2I/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512309534&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=hobby+creek&psc=1
Hobby Creek - Third Hand Soldering Tool - $50 - https://www.amazon.com/Hobby-Creek-Helping-Hands-Soldering/dp/B010C504NK/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512309534&sr=1-3-spons&keywords=hobby+creek&psc=1
Hobby Creek - Helping hands mini hand soldering tool - $35 - https://www.amazon.com/Hobby-Creek-Helping-Hands-Soldering/dp/B01HBYNGVW/ref=sr_1_10?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512309534&sr=1-10&keywords=hobby+creek
5.5" Curved Kelly Style - $9 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/curved-hemostat-mascot-precision-tools-h341/
5.5" Straight Kelly Style - $9 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/mascot-precision-tools-h340/
Precision Screwdriver Kit - $7 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/precision-screwdriver-set-philmore-js7/
iFixit 64 Bit Driver Kit - $35 - https://www.amazon.com/iFixit-EU145299-Bit-Driver-Kit/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512309704&sr=1-4&keywords=ifixit+screwdriver+set
Xcelite SD3V 3-Piece Mini Screwdriver Set - $12 - http://www.homedepot.com/p/Xcelite-Pocket-Clip-Screwdriver-Set-3-Piece-SD3V/205692183?cm_mmc=CJ-_-1319015-_-10368321&AID=10368321&PID=1319015&SID=1046233241117&gclsrc=ds&gclid=CJP8qqjDqM0CFRKwfgodu3EI8g&cj=true
Xcelite 6 Piece Phillips/Slotted - $28 - http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/96-1360
Snips - $10 - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/eclipse-tools-902-083-snips/
Step Drill Bit - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/philmore-63-1601-step-drill-bit/
Xacto knife - http://anchor-electronics.com/product/eclipse-tools-900-113-razor-knife/
Xacto Basic Knife Set - $21 - https://www.amazon.com/Xacto-X5282-Basic-Knife-Set/dp/B00004Z2UB/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1512310119&sr=8-3&keywords=xacto+basic+knife+set
Weller WESD51 Digital Soldering Station - $130 - https://www.amazon.com/Weller-WESD51-Digital-Soldering-Station/dp/B000ARU9PO/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512310144&sr=1-4&keywords=weller+wesd51
Weller WP35 35-Watt Professional Soldering Iron - $45 - https://www.amazon.com/Weller-WP35-35-Watt-Professional-Soldering/dp/B000B5YIYS/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512310168&sr=1-4&keywords=weller+wp35
Hakko Digital Bench FX888D - $100 - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-FX888D-23BY-Digital-Soldering-Station/dp/B00ANZRT4M/ref=sr_1_3?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512310190&sr=1-3&keywords=hakko+fx888d
Hakko 599B-02 Solder Tip Cleaning Wire and Holder - $9 - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-599B-02-Wire-type-soldering-cleaner/dp/B01MXMH47L/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512310253&sr=1-1&keywords=hakko+cleaning
Hakko Fume Extractor - $75 - https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-FA400-04-Bench-ESD-Safe-Absorber/dp/B00FZPSEY4/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512310270&sr=1-1&keywords=hakko+fume
Digital Calipers - https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Fractions-Millimeter-Conversion-Measuring/dp/B072QYJC5M/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512310317&sr=1-1&keywords=digital+caliper+cr2032
6” Steel Ruler Metric/Standard - https://www.amazon.com/Shinwa-Stainless-Machinist-Engineer-Graduations/dp/B00LYAP75I/ref=sr_1_3?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1512310400&sr=1-3&keywords=steel+ruler+metric+standard
George KJ6VU and Jeremy KF7IJZ launch The Ham Radio Workbench Podcast, a bi-weekly deep dive on technical, making, and DIY topics of interest to the ham radio operator. We begin the series with an in-depth discussion on setting up a workbench of your own. Whether you have fully dedicated lab space or must work off the family kitchen table, George and Jeremy discuss things to consider to create an effective and versatile workspace.
Lifetime Folding Tables
IKEA Linnmon / Adils Table
IKEA Bekant Table
Costco LED Shop Lights
Large Strip
Power Strip with USB Deskmount
6 Outlet with USB
3 Outlet with USB
Panavise
Omano LED Magnifier
Handheld Magnifier/LED
Desktop Boom Mag
USB Microscope
Static Pads
Static Mats
Medium Bin Storage
Large Bin Storage
Small Bin Storage
Battery Booster
West Mountain Radio PWRGuard
Powerwerx LVD
Converting DC Power Supplies
