Friday, April 22, 2016

FX-9A: 10 Band 15W HF Transceiver LSB/USB/CW

FX-9A HF 10 Band 10W-15W HF TRANSCEIVER LSB/USB/CW:

Model: FX-9A
Model: LSB / USB / CW (iambic keying mode A and B)
Supports manual and automatic key, the machine automatically detect, you can alsoset the menu
Frequency range: 160M / 80M /60M/ 40M / 30M / 20M / 17M / 15M / 12M / 10M 10 amateur bands
Output Power: SSB about 15W about 10W CW low power profile around 5W.
Receiver sensitivity: about 0.5UV
SSB filter bandwidth: 2K
CW filter bandwidth: about 200HZ
Support VFOA / VFOB, supports CW Automatic Call (programmable own call sign)
Support RIT, support CW speed adjustment, support channel and VFO mode
Support high VSWR protection, the menu can be set to protect the value of the
CW Broadband Narrowband settings
Japan COPAL use photoelectric encoder, frequency tuning smooth, fast and accurate
Screen using OLED display, even in sunlight can clearly show that the use of temperature -40-80 degrees Celsius
size: Length: 16 cm Width: 10 cm height: 4.8 cm
Input voltage: DC10-14V, maximum 15V
Receiving current consumption of about 360MA, the emission current maximum of about about 3A-3.7A
Net weight: 600 g




Via Sparky

Guns on Campus

Let's just ask all the bad guys to comply.
"We would prefer not to have any guns on campus," DiPietro said.

Navy Leap Frogs - Neyland Stadium Jump

Extremely cool video of parachuting into Neyland Stadium.

Thursday, April 21, 2016

No Baofeng Policy

N4NJJ - No Baofeng Policy:
"In order to provide the best experience for all operators, our repeater system has a zero tolerance for Baofeng, Wouxon, Retevis, etc. radios. These portables do not have the ability to perform pre-emphasis/de-emphasis, which results in below acceptable audio levels. Users to the system are encouraged to operate a commercial and/or public safety grade portable or mobile. Users are also encouraged to use amateur grade gear."
And N4NJJ's open letter about the policy.

Via Chinese Ham Radio Google+

Bottle Rocket Under Ice

Harico IC-7000

My IC-7000 looks different from the Harico IC-7000.

Ladyada - Extra Class

Zero to Extra without missing a question.

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Time

With apologies to Chicago...
"Does anybody really know what time it is
Does anybody really care
If so I can't imagine why
We've all got time enough to cry"
A plan to eliminate time zones.

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Two Way Radio Show is on Google Play Music

And speaking of podcasts...

Equitable Structure for Employee Parking

New Equitable Structure for Employee Parking Begins August 1 at UTK:

"Beginning in the fall 2016 semester, the university will begin charging for faculty and staff parking through a tiered, equitable pay structure.
The changes are the result of feedback from employees and research conducted about faculty and staff parking at other large universities.
Employee permits for the 2015-16 academic year expire on July 31. The new pay structure will take effect for permits that begin on August 1.
The new employee payment structure has four cost levels and is based on an employee’s annual compensation.
Here are the levels:
  • $29,999 and under annual compensation will pay $20 per month
  • $30,000 to $59,999 will pay $30 per month
  • $60,000 to $149,999 will pay $35 per month
  • $150,000 and over annual compensation will pay $50 per month
Most faculty and staff will see no change to the price they currently pay, while a substantial number of our staff will begin paying less."

Ham Radio 360

I've got good news and bad news. Bad news: The Fo Time Podcast is no more. Good news: Cale has just changed the name to Ham Radio 360 to be more representative of the way the podcast and site have evolved.
Check out the new Ham Radio 360 site and give him a follow on Twitter.

Edit: Or find them on Facebook.

Monday, April 18, 2016

Boston Marathon

I'm not there, but maybe some day...


Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Game Time

I'll see your geek starter set:


And raise you my uber geek ultimate collection:





I'm not even sure that was all of it.

Monday, April 11, 2016

Leixen VV-898: BuyTwoWayRadios Backpack Radio Notes

"From the beginning, many hams suggested using the VV-898 in a go-box. Apparently Leixen caught wind of this idea, because they did just that, with the launch of two new variations of this micro mobile, the Leixen VV-898P and VV-898SP UHF/VHF Dual Band Mobile Backpack Two Way Radio."

"The VV-898 Backpack Radio is mounted in an enclosure with everything needed to function as a battery powered mobile device capable of instant-on operation virtually anytime, anywhere. It has a rechargeable Li-Ion battery designed for extended periods of operation and a radiator fan with and on/off switch to keep it cool while transmitting out in the field. While it does use the 400mW speaker already built into the radio, a speaker jack is located on the side of the unit for more flexibility and external audio configurations. It includes a 13.8v AC adapter to recharge the battery or to power the radio when used as a base station."

"Like the stand alone mobile versions, the VV-898 backpack radios are available in two models. 
Leixen VV-898P - This is the 10W model. It has a 6A Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery. Price: $159.99. 
Leixen VV-898SP - This is the 25W model. It has a 10A Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery. Price: $179.99"

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Baofeng UV-82HP: Keypad Programming

Somehow I missed the UV-82HP and didn't get it on "The Radios" page. I've fixed that now. And speaking of the Baofeng UV-82HP, here's a tutorial for programming it (and others) from the keypad.

Thursday, March 31, 2016

World Backup Day

Ha!

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

The Radios

My random notice that I've updated The Radios page.

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Saturday, March 26, 2016

Wouxun KG-UV8E

Via a comment on another post, comes a link to the Wouxun KG-UV8E. Specs and pics follow:

WOUXUN KG-UV8E Triband (latest 2016)

Triband, True Dual Receive, Cross Band Repeater, Waterproof IP55  TERBARU 
WOUXUN  is HT known brands with very good sensitivity, clear sound, high quality.
What are the main advantages of this HT?
  • Triband TX-RX: 136-174, 350-399, 400-520 MHz new
  • Voice Compander  new
  • Group scrambler new
  • True Dual Receive (can receive signals at two different frequencies simultaneously)
  • Duplex Cross-band  (can receive and transmit simultaneously on two different frequencies)
  • Cross-band repeater  (receiving in the VHF and UHF transmit back on, or vice versa)
  • Receive very good quality , cleaner and sharper.
  • Layar besar, display warna, full dimmed when standby new
  • Function side buttons can be programmed
  • Large memory capacity of 999 channels
  • Saving electricity usage, the battery is more durable, longer standby.
  • The latest model , cool and steady.
  • LED flashlight for emergencies
  • FM radio for information and entertainment channels
  • Waterproof  Rating IP55 (dustproof, resistant of spray water / rain storm)
Expensive or Cheap? True dual receive, full duplex, and cross band repeat is a feature which only HT Japan 5 million upwards.
Product quality WOUXUN known for good in the world, not only in Indonesia, please google to prove themselves.
Technical specifications WOUXUN KG-UV8E:
  • Triband frequencies: 135-174 MHz, 350-399MHz and 400-520MHz
  • Max power: 5 watts to 4 watts VHF and UHF
  • True Dual Receive (receiving two frequencies simultaneously)
  • Cross Band Repeater (RX and TX on one frequency in another frequency band)
  • Dual Display, Dual Watch
  • Voice Compander
  • 8 Group of Scrambler
  • Radio FM: 76-108MHz
  • 999 Channel Memory
  • Stopwatch function
  • SOS function
  • Tone 50 CTCSS and 104 CDCSS
  • LED flashlight (senter)
  • Low Battery Alert
  • Battery Saver
  • Time-out Timer
  • features VOX 
  • Antenna type: SMA Male
  • Dimensions: 124 x 61 x 33mm (not including buttons and antennas)
  • Weight: 180 gr empty
  • Authorized warranty service and parts for 12 months
  • Waterproof rating IP55
  • Made in China
Paket Wouxun KG-UV8E:
  • Unit HT Wouxun KG-UV8E
  • Battery lithium-ion 1700mAh, 7.4V
  • HT Antenna SMA
  • Charger dock
  • Belt clip + rope
  • Earset
  • Manual