This Is The BEST Wire Antenna Hack for Ham Radio and Short Wave Radio. This is now my favorite wire hack for Ham Radio Wire Antennas. Updated note, I did use the copper fishing line and it's awesome. Why, because I can use an alligator clip with it and have the reel side next to my efhw.. Copper adds weight. This trick works with: CB Radio Dipoles Ham Radio Dipoles EFHW, EFRW Random Wire 9:1 49:1 64:1 Fishing, and others if you can get the right lengths. #hamradio #amateurradio #antenna ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zZENxUsG50

This is more of a linux / Raspberry pi video. I attempt to install and configure a Fusion Reflector for use with my MMDVM and I fail. Instead of just blowing off the project, I have chosen to post the video to show that everyone does fail and accepting that is part of the process in learning. Guides tutorials I have followed to get the reflector up and running: http://qso365.co.uk/2020/02/how-to-set-up-a-yaesu-system-fusion-reflector-ysfreflector/ http://ks0lnk.net/?page_id=2968 https://register.ysfreflector.de/installation Not every step is listed in this video. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFVp5zOOGMQ

What is the best Mobile, HF, and HT still in production? I asked multiple amateur radio operators to give me their input and in this episode I will hear their feedback. Leave a comment below, what is your favorite radio, still in production and why? There are MANY radios on the market and it's sometimes not always easy to understand what people are looking for when asked "What radio should I get?". This list helps compile some opinions on radios from most categories. Huge Thank You to everyone who participated. IF YOU LIKE THIS, please let me know. I have several ideas for more in the future. Links: @K8MRD - www.k8mrd.com @TankRadio - https://www.youtube.com/@TankRadio @HamRadio2 - https://www.youtube.com/@UCKpVMjRE0m60lKCBWhIlo0A @K9KMVTheUnluckyHam -https://www.youtube.com/@UCq7EfNR1X64Fb1RLvd41BYQ @Scout75PortableRadio -https://www.youtube.com/@UCQP0R5hTdP-n0yUr8yBU0vg @LB0FI - https://www.youtube.com/@LB0FI Retevis RT85 Playlist from LB0FI - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZq_kPpdry75qh3he9XcK30uUW0uxc6HH -My RT85 Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQQNWPUnngvexKuJ8pfW6nYSgOz27Ma6G Ham Radio 2.0 FT5DR Unboxing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQME1QbXdRY Product links, may be affiliate links: https://amzn.to/3Y6KS6h - Anytone AT-D878UV FT5DR - https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-017648 (Not an affiliate link, but shoutout to Tom at the Milwaukee store for helping me out this year!) FT891 - Not an affiliate link, but again, Thanks Tom at HRO Milwauke for your help this year - https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-017833 FTM300DR - Not an affiliate link but hey Tom, Thanks for the help this year :D ) https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=71-003327 Retevis RT85 - https://amzn.to/3P9oQvE ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtzdeYFPySQ

I tested the 7.4 3000mAh, 22.2Wh Wouxun battery for the KG-Q10H (Battery Model 1A30KG-16). Today I show my results. If you don't want to watch the video for the results, it's just about 3AH / 3000mAH and 22.275 WH. Today, I attempt to present my findings and explain my process for testing in an event to help others learn, in the spirit of amateur radio. That is what this channel is about. 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - I show You the Battery 00:45 - Battery Specs advertised 01:12 - Why the battery doesn't seat as easy as it could 01:34 - Explaining my tests (charge and discharge) 01:45 - Test results for Charging 02:00 - West Mountain CBA V and explanation 02:34 - USB Charging times 3:00 - Looking at the first test Chart - .5A 3:53 - None of this equipment is pro equipment - FOR REFERENCE ONLY. 4:30 - Talking about Watt Hours (WH) 4:49 - Watt Hours = Amp Hours x Voltage 5:16 - Reading the charge results for Test 1 (more) 5:45 - I now charged my battery with my radio and USB. Notes on this 6:13 - Test 2 results - 1A 6:52 - I'm content 7:00 - Rambling 7:22 - Conclusion of battery 7:45 - Talking more about the battery seals and IP67 rating. 8:56 - I say 73. Affiliate links provide when available. That means I May make a commission off the sale. https://amzn.to/44kEr24 - Electronic Load Tester, USB Load Tester 150W 200V 20A Adjustable Constant Current Electronic Load Battery Capacity Tester Module Power Meter, Intelligent Discharge Resistance Power Tester . This is a load tester without computer software readouts. I used these for a while until I upgraded to the CBA V. My reasoning to to so, they were only $45.00 usd I have the CBA V from West Mountain Radio. Turns out, I have the pro model - http://www.westmountainradio.com/product_info.php?products_id=cba5 They are out of stock, which is common for this model. If you do get to purchase this, I don't make a commission, but feel free to let them know Ham Radio Dude sent you :D. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fn28pPv-bkw