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An air spaced capacitor I made for a friend

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 03:40 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp8zvd/an_air_spaced_capacitor_i_made_for_a_friend/

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My new Christmas tower....

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 07:38 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/roz8lf/my_new_christmas_tower/

submitted by /u/Zanzibar_T_Cricket
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Pay to play DX??

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 12:20 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp4vp8/pay_to_play_dx/


Ive been working steadily on my DXCC (DX Click Club) with FT8 .. (FT8 is
great for meetings) and I notice a familiar call from Suriname .. sure
enough Ive worked him, weeks ago, but hes not confirmed via LOTW even
though hes flagged LOTW. Ok, so I go his QRZ page and I see this:
Due to certain problems with LOTW I will NOT upload my full logs anymore to LOTW. For OQRS and Paypal users I will continue to upload to LOTW.
For a LOTW confirmation do a log search on my call at Clublog and follow
the instructions or you can send a donation of 5 Euros via Paypal to [EMAIL REMOVED].
https://www.qrz.com/lookup/PZ5RA
Ive never seen anything like this .. I guess either I pay the 5EUR or scrub
the QSO from my log ...
Seems not in the spirit of ham radio .. ? Or is it? submitted by /u/leonine_lion
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ISS SSTV Event has started!

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 10:46 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp33e6/iss_sstv_event_has_started/

submitted by /u/Puzzleheadedsco
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ISS SSTV's Christmas postcard from today's overhead pass

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 11:00 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp3dfp/iss_sstvs_christmas_postcard_from_todays_overhead/

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Santa brought an iron so I built a pixie, my first kit. TX is great, RBN
showed me everywhere last night from 5 land! RX is garbage, 20 kHz of CW
and electrical noise. Anyone figure out how to make a QSO? Separate receive rig? Thanks!

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 08:42 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp0i41/santa_brought_an_iron_so_i_built_a_pixie_my_first/

submitted by /u/mr_noun
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Starting up and running the 200kw Alexanderson Alternator on Christmas Eve 2021, takes about 40min to get the old gal warmed up...

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 04:17 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp9qrv/starting_up_and_running_the_200kw_alexanderson/

submitted by /u/ki4clz
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My daughter got me 2 HTs for Christmas

Posted: 25 Dec 2021 09:42 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/roqfn4/my_daughter_got_me_2_hts_for_christmas/

submitted by /u/AtxGuitarist
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On why AM modulation is used in VHF aircraft communications

Posted: 25 Dec 2021 09:49 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/roqjgv/on_why_am_modulation_is_used_in_vhf_aircraft/

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Mobile HF comparison

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 02:31 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp7k7c/mobile_hf_comparison/


I’m curious to what degree it might be described, is the difference in propagation with a vehicle in motion compared to the same portable rig stationary at home? Is it more difficult to “stay with a conversation” while in transit? submitted by /u/Stargazer12am
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Is there a way to broadcast SSTV on Kenwood to-v71a?

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 03:29 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp8rwg/is_there_a_way_to_broadcast_sstv_on_kenwood_tov71a/


I’m seeing mixed answers online so I figured I ask the experts myself.
I can’t seem to find any way to interface my radio with my pc aside from
the $80 “EchoLink” cables sold by Kenwood. Can I just plug a 6 pin mini din to usb cable into my pc and expect it to work with MMSSTV software?
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I got a radio for Christmas and I have no idea what to do with it, please
help!

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 03:02 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp87dk/i_got_a_radio_for_christmas_and_i_have_no_idea/


So even though I have never expressed an interest in getting a HAM I was somehow given one for Christmas. I am utterly clueless about radios so I
dont really know what to do with it, and even if I did I wouldnt know how!
The only thing I do know is that dont want to transmit as I talk to people online anyway and I dont have a license.
Instead, Ive been trying to find things to listen to but I cant seem to
find anything - All I can pick up is static and scary noises (I think the signal is too weak?), with the exception of a signal from the nearby
airport which appears to be an automated voice reporting on the runway
weather condition. If someone could point me in the right direction thatd
be great! For reference, I live in the UK and the radio is a Baofeng
UV-5RIII submitted by /u/WhoopAss_McGue
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Accidentally updated the firmware for my AT-D878UVIIPlus to an AT-D878UV
(Ver. 1.26) and I can't go back. Can any of you big brain types help me?

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 10:52 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp37nr/accidentally_updated_the_firmware_for_my/


Thank you for taking the time to read this.
So, I am very hopeful that someone here can help me. Let me preface this by saying that I am a tragic victim of my own stupidity, here.
So, I received two 878UVIIPluss for Xmas and they were working fine, but
after I charged them I was getting a Rx light and signal, but no sound.
In my extremely finite wisdom I though it would be a great idea to update
the firmware to the latest version. So, from the Wouzun.us website I
installed the firmware on one of them, but it was late at night and I didnt realize that the FW I installed was the 878UV package and not the latest 878UVIIplus .spi.
So I effectively turned my brand new 878IIplus into a 878UV.
NOW, when I try to install FW ver. 2.04 878UVII Plus.spi from the 878UV CPS (Version 1.26, cause thats my radio software now) it says "Model Error:
878UV". If I use the CPS for the 878UVII (Version 2.04)...it also
says "Model Error: 878UV".
How on earth do I write the correct firmware back on to my radio? Ive been
at this for hours, and at this point Im looking for a Christmas miracle.
HELP! submitted by /u/Dangerneck5000
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yeasu FT991 and sdrplay as panadapter help needed.

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 05:35 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rox1w3/yeasu_ft991_and_sdrplay_as_panadapter_help_needed/


hi all first of all happy holidays

i got myself a new rig and that is the Yeasu FT991 i want to use this with sdrplay as waterfall so i use omnirig ., connect both radios.. true usb
start up omnirug.. set comport to the comport 8 enhanced usb.. fire up
sdrplay setting the comport to the same comport but nothing happens... am i missing out something here?? i did watch some movies on the tube.. but most
of them is about the yeasu A version. is there anyone here that is having
the sdrplay and the yeasu work toghether? thanks hope to hear from u ... submitted by /u/j021dl
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Does anyone have a reference or a link to turning a rubber ducky Omni
antenna into a yagi?

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 08:02 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rozpmu/does_anyone_have_a_reference_or_a_link_to_turning/


A few years ago I saw a website that was demonstrating how to use styrofoam
or cardboard with stiff copper wire to turn a rubber ducky antenna or a
omni directional antenna until yagi have sorts. You have a reflector
element and the other elements which whose names I cant remember.
Did I dream this or does anybody know about it?
73s submitted by /u/W6NZX
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Low budget radios?

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 04:24 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rovz4o/low_budget_radios/


Im looking for a low budget HF rig anything £500 ($400ish USD) or less open
to any recommendations including second hand. Currently quite like the Icom
IC 706. submitted by /u/a-human-called-Will
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FM Radio

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 01:04 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp5o22/fm_radio/


so you know your stereos and cars etc the stations you listen too like
104.9 or 97.97 94.5 MHz
on a ham radio what would these frequencies be?? ik its a weird question
but I was just wondering submitted by /u/Mattsmithdoctorrulez
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Inexpensive CW setup no room for antenna

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 01:00 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp5kur/inexpensive_cw_setup_no_room_for_antenna/


Hey Im in the process of learning CW and want to eventually move to doing
it on the air and not from listening to MP3 files and using websites etc. I dont have room for antenna or anything (I live in a small apartment). Does anyone have any ideas? submitted by /u/masturkiller
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Power supply for ham radio.

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 12:27 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rp4zn7/power_supply_for_ham_radio/


I am building up my shack, and looking for a power supply for ham radio, is this one ok? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-Stock-Switching-Power-Supply-30A-13-8V-PSU-Ham-Radio-Transceiver-DWC30WIN-/265182487581?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0
I knew smps can sometimes be noisy , but some seem to be ok. Your feedback would be appreciated. submitted by /u/neutrino46
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FT-991A firmware

Posted: 26 Dec 2021 02:46 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rounj6/ft991a_firmware/


Hi All,
Ive just got an FT-991A which has an official wideband mod by a Yaesu
dealer.
Firmware versions:
Main: V01-06
DSP: V01-09
TFT: V01-01
C4FM: V04-15
I realise that the main firmware isnt the latest but I cant find any
release notes for what the new versions do.
Would it be any benefit to upgrade to the latest firmware?
Thanks all.
James submitted by /u/HeliJimbo
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Just wanted to say this

Posted: 25 Dec 2021 12:10 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rogi6i/just_wanted_to_say_this/


Hi r/amateurradio, i am gonna get a license soon and I AM very excited to
get a license and access the amateur bands!! Im gonna get CEPT (Highest
class in Bosnia to access HF too), i am very excited. submitted by /u/Antenna101
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Question About Ham Related Advertising - "Ya ever notice..."

Posted: 25 Dec 2021 02:04 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/roihql/question_about_ham_related_advertising_ya_ever/


New ham as of last year. I was looking through the ARRL monthly magazine
and noticed that none of the ads show a lifestyle or anything aspirational
or fun, its just sterile photos of equipment. Sometimes clouds in the background.
Atv ads have guys riding in the woods, car ads show twisty empty coastal
roads, soap ads show people cleaning up, booze ads show people partying,
Viagra and medicine ads show old guys dancing it up with their wives,
etc... Radio ads just show the equipment. Is that the point? Just the equipment?
Is there anything cool you can do, or is it really just the stereotype of
angry old guys looking for perceived technical violations to complain
about? Im not judging, Im asking seriously submitted by /u/Terrible_Painting_20
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Building a Ferrite Antenna Booster

Posted: 25 Dec 2021 11:54 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/rosdtn/building_a_ferrite_antenna_booster/

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Never used Ham Radio before but I have a new found interest.

Posted: 25 Dec 2021 12:49 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/roh65o/never_used_ham_radio_before_but_i_have_a_new/


Id only like to receive. I do not intend to broadcast anything. What would
be a good set up to start with that has a large bandwidth range?
Price isnt totally important as I could shop around different models anyway
but any replys would give a starting point, at least.
Edit: Also learning about radio and some terms. Im basically a 5 year old
in the sense that this is new to me.
Edit #2: Wow! thank you all for your answers! It definitely helps me stay focused on what brands and models are worth the purchase. submitted by /u/Im_ur_Uncle_
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