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I made contact with Paul VK0PD, in Antarctica!

Post author By admin
Post date April 11, 2021

Paul VK0PD based in Casey Station, Antarctica popped up on 20 metres this afternoon and after trying for a week to make contact I decided to go portable and try. Paul has been creating lots of pileups working hundreds of stations who want to work VK0. Despite the terrible weather, it was well worth the effort of going portable!

Check out more about VK0PD’s operations here:

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Items I use in my shack:
📻–Radios–📻
Icom IC-7300:
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Icom IC-9700:
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Icom IC-705:
https://amzn.to/3okFmuz (Amazon) https://ebay.us/VKI01X (eBay)
Yaesu FT-818:
https://amzn.to/3bbtFCH (Amazon) https://ebay.us/nzQzfS (eBay)
Yaesu FT-8900:
https://amzn.to/35ejsBL (Amazon) https://ebay.us/AIpJN1 (eBay)
Yaesu VX-8R:
https://amzn.to/3ndeEm8 (Amazon)
Baofeng UV-5R:
https://amzn.to/35gpBNB (Amazon) https://ebay.us/8EhkFW (eBay)

📶–Antennas–📶
DX Commander ABV (HF):
https://www.m0mcx.co.uk/store/products/
Diamond V-2000 vertical (6m/2m/70cm):
https://amzn.to/35bwKio (Amazon) https://ebay.us/NYYm2V (eBay)
Diamond X-50 (2m/70cm):
https://amzn.to/2Lmq4a6 (Amazon) https://ebay.us/PxNjJH (eBay)

–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
https://amzn.to/3pLmsNI (Amazon) https://ebay.us/q5Rfnq (eBay)

⚙️–Other Shack Gear I Recommend–⚙️
Windcamp Icom IC-705 Bracket:
https://amzn.to/3b7mnjk (Amazon) https://ebay.us/Vard5I (eBay)
Yaesu G-1000DXA rotator:
https://amzn.to/394CXxE (Amazon)
Tigertronics Signalink USB:
https://amzn.to/3olHjqt (Amazon) https://ebay.us/Pj3iAb (eBay)
BG7TBL GPSDO module:
https://amzn.to/35cjKZy (Amazon) https://ebay.us/oNWA98 (eBay)

📷–Camera/Studio Gear–📷
Canon M50 w/15-45mm:
https://amzn.to/2MujrTs (Amazon) https://ebay.us/RRqo2G (eBay)
Blue Yeti Microphone:
https://amzn.to/392QRQR (Amazon) https://ebay.us/k8pQoG (eBay)
Sony MDRZX110NC Headphones:
https://amzn.to/3ol0gcO (Amazon) https://ebay.us/7B81Xi (eBay)
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Bouncing signals off rocks in space? What is Meteor Scatter by Kevin VK4UH

Post author By admin
Post date April 11, 2021

The Amateur Radio Experimenters Group (AREG) is pleased to announce that we have a special guest speaker this month. (Dr) Kevin Johnston VK4UH will be talking to AREG about Meteor Scatter propagation and how to get started in the mode. Kevin will join AREG members assembled in our club-rooms in Adelaide via video-link from QLD.

Kevin will give us an overview of the astronomy and physics of meteors and their use for making long distance VHF contacts when no other mode of propagation is available. The presentation is aimed towards those with no prior experience of this fascinating mode of communication.

(Dr) Kevin Johnston VK4UH is a medical doctor and has been licenced for 50 years. He has had a try at almost all aspects of amateur radio through those years and is now focusing on long distance microwave operation, EME and Meteor Scatter.

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–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
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HRDX shops at Australia’s newest Amateur Radio store Connect VK:

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How to Call CQ on Ham Radio #shorts

Post author By admin
Post date April 10, 2021

CQ, CQ ,CQ this is VK7HH……How to Call CQ on Ham Radio…. hmm maybe I should make sure I plug in my microphone next time!
#shorts

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–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
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HRDX shops at Australia’s newest Amateur Radio store Connect VK:

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Music:
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Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/

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Should I Join the ARRL?

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Post date April 5, 2021

In this video I ask, should I, or indeed you, join the American Radio Relay League, the ARRL? What membership options are there, especially for international amateur radio operators?

ARRL Membership:
http://www.arrl.org/membership-levels

Interview with David NA2AA – ARRL CEO

QST:
http://www.arrl.org/this-month-in-qst

Free Article: Solar Cycle 25 – April 2021
http://www.arrl.org/files/file/QST/This%20Month%20in%20QST/2021/04%20April%202021/0421%20FORD%20CYCLE%2025.pdf

On the Air Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ARRLOTA

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–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
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HRDX shops at Australia’s newest Amateur Radio store Connect VK:

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Music:
Bensound: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/

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Chatting with the DX Commander, Callum M0MCX!

Post author By admin
Post date April 4, 2021

Today I’m joined by Callum M0MCX, the DX Commander! We’ll sit down have a chat, talk antennas and the development of his successful range of DXC verticals.

Grab a coffee, join us in the chat!

Support HRDX through Patreon:
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–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
https://amzn.to/3pLmsNI (Amazon) https://ebay.us/q5Rfnq (eBay)

HRDX shops at Australia’s newest Amateur Radio store Connect VK:

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Music:
Bensound: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/

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My First Summits on the Air (SOTA) Activation!

Post author By admin
Post date April 3, 2021

I finally got around to activating my first summits on the air peak! On 3rd March 2021, myself and Justin VK7TW activated SOTA summit, Collins Cap (VK7/SC-006) for 8 points.

We had a great day and a great highlight was hearing the USA on 15m. Unfortunately no contact was made, but still plenty of contacts across VK.

Interested in SOTA? Have a go! It’s a lot of fun!

Summits on the Air:
https://www.sota.org.uk/

VK7TW Linked Dipole:

K6ARK Portable Radio:
https://www.youtube.com/c/K6ARKPortableRadio

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–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
https://amzn.to/3pLmsNI (Amazon) https://ebay.us/q5Rfnq (eBay)

HRDX shops at Australia’s newest Amateur Radio store Connect VK:

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Fan "Ham" Mail:
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Music:
Bensound: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/

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A Icom IC-705 Tactical “Carry Cage” from Peovi Mounts

Post author By admin
Post date March 28, 2021

Scott KK7AIR from Peovi Mounts builds and supplies high quality tactical type carry cages for the Icom IC-705. I did forget to mention in the video, the added bonus of these cases is that the front panel and knobs are protected from damaged due to the carry handles.

Check it out and pickup one today!
https://www.peovi.com/product/ic705-tatical-cage/

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Items I use in my shack:
📻–Radios–📻
Icom IC-7300:
https://amzn.to/3okOdMD (Amazon) http://ebay.us/fPKoen (eBay)
Icom IC-9700:
https://amzn.to/2JLZoim (Amazon) http://ebay.us/osKYML (eBay)
Icom IC-705:
https://amzn.to/3okFmuz (Amazon) http://ebay.us/QJQc0O (eBay)
Yaesu FT-818:
https://amzn.to/3bbtFCH (Amazon) http://ebay.us/Sv6LHj (eBay)
Yaesu FT-8900:
https://amzn.to/35ejsBL (Amazon) http://ebay.us/cjTL5j (eBay)
Yaesu VX-8R:
https://amzn.to/3ndeEm8 (Amazon)
Baofeng UV-5R:
https://amzn.to/35gpBNB (Amazon) http://ebay.us/RCFvD4 (eBay)

📶–Antennas–📶
DX Commander ABV (HF):
https://www.m0mcx.co.uk/store/products/
Diamond V-2000 vertical (6m/2m/70cm):
https://amzn.to/35bwKio (Amazon) http://ebay.us/ELIJVf (eBay)
Diamond X-50 (2m/70cm):
https://amzn.to/2Lmq4a6 (Amazon) http://ebay.us/rhTqNL (eBay)

–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
https://amzn.to/3pLmsNI (Amazon) http://ebay.us/xu9VuY (eBay)

⚙️–Other Shack Gear I Recommend–⚙️
Windcamp Icom IC-705 Bracket:
https://amzn.to/3b7mnjk (Amazon) http://ebay.us/Njgcul (eBay)
Yaesu G-1000DXA rotator:
https://amzn.to/394CXxE (Amazon)
Tigertronics Signalink USB:
https://amzn.to/3olHjqt (Amazon) http://ebay.us/BLdah2 (eBay)
BG7TBL GPSDO module:
https://amzn.to/35cjKZy (Amazon) http://ebay.us/vDN05l (eBay)

📷–Camera/Studio Gear–📷
Canon M50 w/15-45mm:
https://amzn.to/2MujrTs (Amazon) http://ebay.us/KCUmS8 (eBay)
Blue Yeti Microphone:
https://amzn.to/392QRQR (Amazon) http://ebay.us/CCjNk6 (eBay)
Sony MDRZX110NC Headphones:
https://amzn.to/3ol0gcO (Amazon) http://ebay.us/LDnGaL (eBay)
I may make a small commission on purchases through the links above. Prices do not change for you.

HRDX shops at Australia’s newest Amateur Radio store Connect VK:
http://connectvk.com.au/

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Fan "Ham" Mail:
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Music:
Bensound: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/

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Lifting a Amateur Radio Repeater Tower with a Helicopter

Post author By admin
Post date March 24, 2021

A trip down memory lane when in 2015, I had the privilege of assisting with the amateur radio repeater tower, equipment and antenna lift to Mt Duncan in Tasmania’s North West.

A helicopter was required to lift the already assembled tower to the top of the 654m (2145 foot) high mountain. A GoPro was attached to the side of the tower leg during the lift. Also is some footage of the helicopter approaching the site and installation/climb.

Note too the repeater site is remote requiring solar power and requires a long walk to get to the top.

–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
https://amzn.to/3pLmsNI (Amazon) http://ebay.us/xu9VuY (eBay)

HRDX shops at Australia’s newest Amateur Radio store Connect VK:

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Fan "Ham" Mail:
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Music:
Bensound: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/

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Collapsing of a 340ft Steel Radio Tower #shorts

Post author By admin
Post date March 23, 2021

Archival video footage of the 340 foot (104 metre) steel lattice tower on top of Mt Wellington, Tasmania, Australia in 1997. The tower was demolished by cutting through 2 of the supporting legs and pushing it over with an hydraulic ram.

A new tower stands almost 131 metres high. It has 18 rock anchors installed in dolerite bedrock-some 15 metres deep. Above ground there is a 67-metre cast-concrete shaft below a 64-metre steel superstructure, which supports 3 broadcasting antennas and an internal lift. The steel superstructure and broadcasting antennae are covered with a fibreglass radome to shield the antennas from the weather.

Original report and footage from ABC News

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-02-21/why-is-there-a-tower-on-mount-wellington/10808046?fbclid=IwAR0iN-y25sx83Cqj9PHOEZtSQaj1j8EPFaNXcBPZBk7o0o_9CMKIO2yksak

https://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs@.nsf/7d12b0f6763c78caca257061001cc588/f4544471d1aef327ca256c3200241671!OpenDocument

#TowerDemolition #shorts

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Ham Radio Shack Tour – with Peter Schrader VK4EA

Post author By admin
Post date March 22, 2021

Today’s we get to know Peter Schrader VK4EA in another Ham Radio Shack Tour! Peter lives in Brisbane, Queensland and is a keen amateur radio operator on the microwave band, active up to 47 GHz.

As well as his impressive portable microwave station, Peter also runs DMR and DStar at home and mobile. He is also an APRS tragic with the SSID of VK4EA-9.

He is a member and past president of the Redcliffe & Districts
Radio Club, treasurer of the Brisbane VHF Group, member of
the SEQATV Group and vice-president of Austravel Safetynet
(V M D 750). Peter also volunteers as a AMC and VE Assessor and holds the US callsign, KQ4PS.

Peter is also nominating for the Wireless Institute of Australia (WIA) Board in 2021.

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–Test Equipment–
MFJ-259 SWR Analyzer:
https://amzn.to/3pLmsNI (Amazon) http://ebay.us/xu9VuY (eBay)

HRDX shops at Australia’s newest Amateur Radio store Connect VK:

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Music:
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Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/