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Hooked up my local footbridge to a 9:1 and managed to make 3 contacts QRP

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 07:59 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/timwhr/hooked_up_my_local_footbridge_to_a_91_and_managed/

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I found my late dads uniden ubc3500xlt radio in the loft and been busy programming it today. Im sure he wouldnt mind me using it

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 02:24 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tivat2/i_found_my_late_dads_uniden_ubc3500xlt_radio_in/

submitted by /u/crazy_life_uk
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20 years into the hobby and finally made a QSL card

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 04:56 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tiyfh5/20_years_into_the_hobby_and_finally_made_a_qsl/

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and this is why I do an inspection of antennas every few weeks

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 10:07 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tipnpo/and_this_is_why_i_do_an_inspection_of_antennas/

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Theyre Multiplying!!! Though I wish theyd spawn some RF crimps.

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 05:25 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tiz02g/theyre_multiplying_though_i_wish_theyd_spawn_some/

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Yes

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 04:17 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tixns8/yes/

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Bike MS Louisiana Communications Support.. first time doing ham radio
support I had a lot more fun then I imagined I would.

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 07:17 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tj14xz/bike_ms_louisiana_communications_support_first/

submitted by /u/Ok_Low8841
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Hams on Reddit "Man I hate Baofengs". Same hams offline..

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 07:14 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tj12h3/hams_on_reddit_man_i_hate_baofengs_same_hams/

submitted by /u/Steve_but_different
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Icom PCR1000 - found at a thriftshop

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 08:01 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tj1xfz/icom_pcr1000_found_at_a_thriftshop/

submitted by /u/Angelworks42
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propagation prediction/tracking software suggestions

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 04:57 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tiyg6s/propagation_predictiontracking_software/


I am new to actively tracking propagation patterns but would like to try it
out to better predict when to hit certain countries while doing DX. What
are your suggestions for propagation tracking? Id prefer freeware but would
be willing to pay if it were really good and easy to use. I have Windows if that matter. Thank you! submitted by /u/BlueCouch89
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WSPR

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 01:05 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/titkpp/wspr/


Running WSPR on my FT DX 3000. I have the power set at 15watts. But my
antenna tuner is showing more like 100 watts. Am I over driving things? And
is 15 watts too much power to be using? submitted by /u/jasonpheral
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Butterfly Capacitor Question for Mag Loop

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 12:16 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tisi2m/butterfly_capacitor_question_for_mag_loop/


Hi everyone,
Please excuse my ignorance, but I wanted to ask two quick questions on butterfly caps, as Im wanting to make my own magnetic loop antenna for transmitting upto 100w on HF.
I know high voltage is going to be involved, so:
1) Is there an issue with introducing plastic dielectric material between
the plates (such as PETG or ASA)? I was wondering about 3d printing covers/shims to enclose the centre plates of the capacitor to stop arcing.
Im not sure if this leads to poor performance as it doesnt seem to be
widely discussed.
2) I know vacuum variable capacitors are sought after and good for this application, but difficult/expensive to obtain. What about enclosing a
normal butterfly capacitor in an airtight box and sucking the air out,
vacuum sealing it? Again thinking 3d printed housing with acetone smoothing used to "melt" the plastic and totally seal it with the capacitor inside.
To be clear... option one seems much easier for sure if do-able. Also would seem to protect from shorting out caused by an unwanted guest (be it insect
or moisture).
Id be curious to know your thoughts! Thanks very much :) submitted by /u/chrisoverson
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Issues with high SWR on HF Kits EFHW 49:1 UnUn kit

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 07:32 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tj1ec8/issues_with_high_swr_on_hf_kits_efhw_491_unun_kit/

submitted by /u/Nerdenator
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Listening to Airport Traffic on Airband.

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 05:36 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tiz7ur/listening_to_airport_traffic_on_airband/

submitted by /u/Antenna101
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26 Mhz is open 28 MHz may follow.

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 12:57 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/titdzw/26_mhz_is_open_28_mhz_may_follow/


Evidence, I am using a tv antenna with horizontal polarization that runs
from 54 to 900 MHz roughly with a preamp.
It is not optimized for 10 meters let alone 26 mhz. It shouldnt be
receiving much of such signals.
The people speaking seem to be freebanders in Spanish speaking countries. I
am currently within 100 miles of the straighter part of the Ohio River. submitted by /u/dt7cv
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Wouxun KG-UV6X startup beeps (morse?)

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 04:17 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tixndp/wouxun_kguv6x_startup_beeps_morse/


Hi everyone, I just bought a Wouxun radio and when turning it on, Im
greeted by several beeps of the same tone. These dots represent the tones
( .. ) I didnt pay much attention to them thinking theyre a generic startup noise to adjust the volume of the speaker.
Yesterday I noticed that the beeps had changed to ( .. .. ) Ive looked in
the manual to see if this is an error code or status on startup but cannot
see anything detailed too that..
So I was wondering if any other Wouxun owners also experience these (.. ..) beeps on startup and if theyve always sounded like that or Im just going
crazy. thanks in advance. submitted by /u/TheOrange1
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Yaesu FT1XD vs. FT5DR

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 04:14 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tixlsj/yaesu_ft1xd_vs_ft5dr/


Im trying to decide between buying the older Yaesu FT1XD and the new FT5DR. What are the differences I should be aware of? I know the FT5DR has a
larger color touch screen display and has an IPX7 rating versus an IPX5
rating on the FT1XD. Are there any compelling reasons to go with the FT1XD
even though it has older technology? I believe both HTs have APRS, C4FM, automatic mode select, GPS, are dual frequency capable, and are digital
radios. Neither have SSB. I believe both have decent audio output and
battery life. Cost is not an issue. submitted by /u/houser432
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Chirp not opening on mac

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 03:50 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tix3o6/chirp_not_opening_on_mac/


I reinstalled Chirp and am trying to open it on my mac. Its only popping up
for a split second then keeps crashing. I dropped the macOS file into
terminal and got this error
TypeError: Error when calling the metaclass bases
nonempty __slots__ not supported for subtype of str

Any idea how I can fix this? Thanks submitted by /u/Late_Glove6364
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Dual Band Mobile / new vs used

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 01:58 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tiuqbn/dual_band_mobile_new_vs_used/


I am looking for a dual band rig for my third vehicle. I have a few Yaesu
8800r in my home and other vehicles already. Im torn between looking for a
used 8800r for familiarity or going with something new that would mean
learning all new menus and layouts.
Are there any benefits to newer rigs that I should factor in considering I
only need to access analog 2m/70cm repeaters or simplex frequencies when mobile?
Curious if anyone has made a similar decision and what direction you
went. submitted by /u/doa70
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looking for direction

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 08:51 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tinzp5/looking_for_direction/


Hey all,
Long time lurker 1st time poster. Got my tech ticket a few months ago and
have been playing with a low end 2m/70cm HT for giggles. Have a few SDRs I really enjoy playing with as well. Ive played with data modes like APRS,
SSTV, WeFax, and really enjoy the data aspect of it (work in IT and only
use linux besides work). The problems Im starting to run into is my low end
HT just isnt something I want to use all the time (small display, no data
usb, other features) and I knew it coming in since I wanted to start basic.
The overall issue is I have disability with my arms so I cant lift heavy
gear and too small can be difficult when pain is bad (think of working with claws). Im usually on during the day EST and want explore more of the data
side but also expand from some of the local repeaters. Sounds more and more like DMR from reading might the answer but with a PC background it feels
more like a cell with communication app then a radio but I dont experience
with one so my view could certainly be wrong. Is there any tri or quad with 10m? Any input welcome and appreciated. submitted by /u/ChCat
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Thought this group would enjoy this. Reminds me if the POW who blinked
Morse code during a video by his captors.

Posted: 20 Mar 2022 08:02 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/timywb/thought_this_group_would_enjoy_this_reminds_me_if/

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