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Antennas : End-Fed
  • TEFV Terminated End Fed Vee Antenna - The Terminated End Fed Vee Antenna (TEFV) is a travelling wave antenna with constant current distribution. Unlike traditional resonant antennas, TEFV operates without standing waves, using a terminating resistor for broadband efficiency. With a combination of vertical and horizontal polarization, it offers wide bandwidth from 1.8 MHz to 30 MHz, eliminating the need for a tuner. Key components include a 9:1 unun transformer and a 500-ohm terminating resistor. Grounding and counterpoise enhance performance, and it can handle power losses of up to 30%. TEFV provides an effective, versatile antenna solution for amateur radio and broadcast applications.
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  • G4WIF End Fed Half Wave Antenna - Opting for a visually appealing inverted L configuration, G4WIF anchors the End Fed Half Wave antenna to an old clothes line pole, seeking cost-effectiveness in their endeavor. Despite initial misconceptions about transformer components, a £7.95 investment in a T240-43 toroid and DIY mounting container resolves the issue. Reflecting on commercial alternatives, G4WIF's homemade solution proves both economical and sufficient for their amateur radio needs.
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Antennas : Homebrewing Techniques
  • Choosing the Right Aluminum Stock for Antenna Building - Building an efficient antenna begins with selecting the right aluminum stock. This article provides a comprehensive guide to sourcing aluminum materials for antenna construction. It covers different aluminum grades, their tensile strengths, tempering options, and their suitability for various antenna components. The article also recommends reputable suppliers in the UK, making it a valuable resource for antenna builders seeking durable and high-performance materials.
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  • Antenna Manufacturing: How to Prevent Galvanic Corrosion - Galvanic corrosion, a destructive process triggered by dissimilar metal contact in a corrosive electrolyte, poses a significant threat in antenna manufacturing. With aluminum and stainless steel components commonly involved, unaddressed corrosion can lead to white particle accumulation, causing long-term damage. Awareness of the galvanic series and the application of protective coatings like Alumslip can mitigate this pervasive issue, ensuring a prolonged antenna lifespan.
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Propagation : Beginner's Guide
  • Exploring the Spectrum From HF to UHF Frequencies - During radio's early days, high frequencies were under 30 MHz due to technical limitations. As understanding grew, components improved, allowing for higher frequencies like VHF and UHF up to 3 GHz. The HF band's long wavelengths provide unique propagation challenges influenced by solar activity. VHF and UHF bands face diffraction and reflection issues but offer diverse applications, from amateur radio to 5G and GPS technologies.
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Radio Equipment : HF Transceivers : Yaesu FT-857
  • Yaesu FT-857 Repair: Tackling a Sense Wire Issue - After owning the second-hand radio for a few months, it developed a sense wire failure, limiting output to 20 watts. Yaesu support advised the owner, an Electrical Engineer, to investigate. The issue was traced to a blown digital transistor, Q1032. Yaesu provided free replacements, revealing intricate internal components during the repair.
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Technical Reference : APRS
  • Building an Enhanced APRS IGate with Debian 12 and Raspberry Pi - The guide outlines necessary components, including a 2m FM analog radio, USB audio adapter, and Raspberry Pi. Building a cable to connect these elements is assumed, as is knowledge of Raspberry Pi OS installation.
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Technical Reference : Coax Cables and Connectors
  • Understanding Impacts of 75-ohm Devices in 50-ohm Systems - This article explores the implications of using 75-ohm devices, common in TV setups, within 50-ohm systems. While mismatched cables and connectors may lead to minimal consequences in receive-only setups, potential losses and reduced isolation in splitters and taps are examined. The article concludes that, for general applications, inexpensive TV-type components can offer reasonable performance with some trade-offs
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Technical Reference : Ham Radio Go Kits
  • Yaesu FT-891 Go-Box for POTA - This article documents the author's latest go-box build for outdoor ham radio operations using a Yaesu FT-891 transceiver. The go-box is constructed from a plastic "50-cal ammo case" and contains various components, including the transceiver, LDG Z11 Pro autotuner, DIY Yaesu FH-2 remote control keypad, and an external battery. The author details the design considerations, the mounting of components inside the box, and addresses issues related to ventilation and cable management. The go-box is geared for CW operations and POTA activations, with further modifications planned for a microphone and DATA jack. This project allows for rugged, environmentally protected outdoor radio operations while maintaining portability.
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Technical Reference : Homebrew
  • PCM Kestrel HF Transceiver - This article describes an upgrade to the Kestrel transceiver, replacing its LCD display with a 0.91-inch OLED screen for improved sound quality. VFO boards from Denys VK3ZYZ were integrated, particularly a Nano VFO board. The author shares details about the setup and the resulting enhancements, along with images of the modified components. The transceiver is now optimized for various frequencies and operates at a power output of approximately 120 W pep. More information about the boards can be found on the provided website.
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Technical Reference : Radio Frequency Interference
  • RF-Quiet Solar PV for Ham Radio - This article discusses the potential for solar power systems to coexist harmoniously with amateur radio, challenging the notion that they are inherently incompatible. Drawing from personal experience, the author emphasizes the importance of selecting RF-quiet components, focusing on series-string Sunny Boy grid-tie inverters. The article also highlights considerations for system design and limitations based on roof orientation, shading, and array size. Overall, it presents a valuable perspective on creating a radio-friendly solar PV setup.
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Technical Reference : Sound Card Radio Interfacing
  • Baofeng UV5R TRRS Adapter - A tiny board, which allows a smartphone or similiar device to connect to the Baofeng UV5R radio via a TRRS audio connector. It allows for connecting the radio to a software TNC app such as APRSDroid or PocketPacket. Solder on the components, solder on the cables, then provide some stress relief, (I use solid-core wire and heat shrink tubing), and you can use your UV5R with your smartphone for APRS on the cheap.
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