Wouxun KG-UV6D: Three New Versions

Three new versions - exclusively from Ed at Import Communications:

ALL VERSIONS FEATURE:

• 199 Memory Channels
• RPT Button*
• Lockable S/D Button**
• Tuning Knob functions when Keypad is locked
• IP55 (Dust and Water Jets rating)
• Uses all the same accessories as the other Wouxun dual band radios
• Uses the same antenna connector as other Wouxun models. (Not all 6D's are like this)

*When in Frequency Mode, the RPT button will quickly cycle through SIMPLEX, +OFFSET, -OFFSET, +REVERSE and -REVERSE to access repeaters. It can also be programmed for other functions.
** With the radio in "single display" mode, and with the Keypad, MENU and S/D buttons locked, the end user will only be able to turn the radio on/off, change channels and talk. This is perfect for the non-radio user. Nothing they do will get them lost in menu-land.

VERSIONS ARE DETERMINED BY FREQUENCY RANGE & TUNING STEP

KG-UV6D-2.5 (full range coverage for public service) $175.00

• 2.5 Khz Tuning Step - compliant with new FCC rules for Land Mobile Service
• TX & RX - 136-174 & 420-520 (frequency range can not be changed by owner)

KG-UV6D-IC1 (full range receive, ham band transmit) $140.00

• 5 Khz Tuning Step - the standard for Amateur Radio
• RX - 136-174 & 420-520
• TX - 144-148 & 420-520 (frequency range can not be changed by owner)

KG-UV6D-IC2 (full range coverage for ham, MARS, public service) $150.00

• 5 Khz Tuning Step - the standard for Amateur Radio
• TX & RX - 136-174 & 420-520 (frequency range can not be changed by owner)

Baofeng UV-3R: Popular Radio

I really think Baofeng found a sweet spot with the price point of the UV-3R. They may not have a huge profit margin in each radio, but they make up for it in volume. Given things like the group buy from the Indiana Gun Owners forum and interest on survivalist/prepper blogs, it isn't just hams who are buying it.

Baofeng UV-3R: Expanded Frequencies Prevent Transmit Hint

Norm Goodkin (K6YXH) has a good idea to prevent an accidental transmission outside the allowed frequencies:

"If you have your UV-3R set to allow Tx on some out-of-band frequencies, but have others that you absolutely never want to Tx on, you can set the Tx frequency to null and you've got an Rx-only memory.

For example, if you put the NOAA Weather channels into memory, you certainly don't want to ever Tx on them. So, using the programming software just put your cursor on the Tx frequency and hit Delete. Note that you might see 0.00001 instead of a null Tx frequency, but the radio will not Tx on that channel. Don't type in a zero, because that might result in something like 136.000."

Social Media Explained

• Twitter
• I'm transmitting on 146.940.
• Facebook
• I transmitted on 146.940.
• Foursquare
• My QTH is EM75.
• Instagram
• Here is a picture of my rig.
• Youtube
• Here is a video of my rig.
• LinkedIn
• I'm good at ham radio.
• Pinterest
• Okay, this one has me stumped since I have a Y chromosome, but I am trying it out.
• Quora
• I have a question about ham radio.
• Yahoo Groups
• I have a question about ham radio and I want to read a lot of flame wars.
• Last FM
• If I listened to anything besides CW, I would listen to music here.
• Google+
• I'm a Google employee who likes ham radio.

Inspiration here.

Baofeng UV-3R: APRS

A detailed report of an APRS project using our beloved UV-3R.

Windows 8 + Kinect

Some Windows 8 laptops will include the Kinect sensor system (similar to the Xbox, but tweaked to work at shorter distances). I may have to work some magic and get one at the end of this year. I think the Kinect is the "what's next" beyond the now ubiquitous touchscreens.

Dems scared to oppose SOPA

An interesting theory:

"Despite widespread opposition to SOPA from bloggers on the left, Democrats in Congress (and the administration) were reluctant to oppose the bill outright. The MPAA was not shy about reminding them that Hollywood has been a reliable source of funding for Democratic candidates, and that it would not tolerate defections."

Via Slashdot.org

Baofeng UV-3R: Expanded Frequencies - Versions

Based on everything I have read, if you have the original UV-3R, you might be able to access the expanded frequencies. It seems there are differences in the firmware, so some support it and others don't. If you have a Mark II, your chances are much better. It is hard to say if there are firmware versions in the Mark II that don't support it or if people aren't updating the .ini file correctly.

Beatbox and Flute. Why not?

Pogue She beatboxes on the flute. This is why YouTube was born. youtu.be/pCWCThMhr_MSat, Feb 04 00:08:26 from TweetDeck

Classical Music Deal

SammyWalrusIV Enjoy classical music but don't know where to start your collection? 316 Songs for $9.99 (24 Hours of Classical Music) itun.es/iSx9kHSat, Feb 04 08:56:18 from web