by KL7JR If you do lots of experimenting with whip type antennas, here is an idea for a unique, simple and inexpensive method for mounting them! The Simpson Strong Tie “T” (aka hurricane connector) runs less than $5 at Home Depot or Lowes and already comes with two 1/2″ holes predrilled. Just bend (or use…
Static Bleeder for Any Antenna by Phil Salas – AD5X Many antennas don’t have a means of bleeding off static build-up. This includes the popular Hustler BTV-series of verticals, dipoles without transformer-type baluns, and many other antennas. While this is typically not much of a problem, I am always concerned about possibly damaging my antenna…
The Model SEQ-QSK High Speed Transmit/Receive Sequencer is a second generation microprocessor controlled sequencer with its origins from the SEQ-1 microwave sequencer product line. A one second Heartbeat is used to give a visual indication that the SEQ-QSK is functioning properly, and four green LED’s give a visual indication of the sequenced step operations. Delay…
DSW-150 is a automatic T/R switch senses transmitted RF (as SwitchBox) and switches your antenna from receive to transmit using a relay. It shorts your receiver antenna input to ground to protect your receiver. Instead of using RF sense to switch the antenna, a control line input lets your key/keyer or PTT line switch the…
Outstanding QRM (Splatters) from Ukraine Contest Station US1I during the CQWWDX Contest 2011 (Phone). From almost 14185 KHz to 14210 KHz in 14200 Central Frequency (> 25 KHz !!!).