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If you’ve been curious about M17 digital voice or the new Module 17 1.0 interface, this is the video you’ve been waiting for! I walk through the full process of assembling the latest M17 hardware, wiring it to the Yaesu FTM-6000R, and getting on the air for a real-world QSO—all using open-source tools and hardware you can actually build yourself.

🔧 In this video:
• Assembling the new Module 17.1
• Flashing firmware on a Raspberry Pi with ease
• Custom cable build using a CT-167 and DE9 adapter
• Yaesu FTM-6000 config for 9600 baud data mode
• M17 signal demo on live reflector + first contact
• Pro tips & gotchas to avoid (call sign bug, baud rate mix-up, mic routing)

📡 Whether you’re a digital radio experimenter or a ham looking to try something beyond DMR, Fusion, or D-STAR, M17 is where it’s at—and this video gets you there fast.

🛠️ Gear Featured:
👉 Pre-Made Module17 Board: https://geni.us/IQw8OOu
👉 Raspberry Pi Zero 2w (Pi4 is overkill for this, Z2W will work great and save some coin): https://geni.us/eKI2Ne
👉 MMDVM Hat and Case: https://geni.us/uttt
👉 Yaesu FTM-6000: https://geni.us/HSe781V
👉 CT-167 Data Cable (Yaesu): https://geni.us/B0nOHFp
👉 D-Sub 9-Pin Cable Breakout: https://geni.us/3CXAEV
👉 Shrink Wrap Kit: https://geni.us/BJog1Wp
👉 K-Connector Speaker Mic: https://geni.us/AaN8
👉 Awesome Screwdriver Set: https://geni.us/OilK

👉 Roll Your Own at your Favorite PCB House: https://github.com/M17-Project/Module_17

Reference:
👉 Radio Compatibility List: https://wiki.m17project.org/radio_compatibility
👉 M17 Project Page: https://m17project.org/
👉 Module17 Github Repository: https://github.com/M17-Project/Module_17
👉 CT-167 Wiring Diagram: https://github.com/M17-Project/Module_17/blob/main/docs/wiring/CT-167/CT-167.png
👉 Reflector List: https://dvref.com/mrefd/m17-m17

Commands:
1️⃣ Install dfu-util: sudo apt install dfu-util
2️⃣ Download Firmware: wget https://files.openrtx.org/nightly/openrtx_mod17_wrap
3️⃣ Verify That you are in firmware update mode: lsusb
4️⃣ Flash Firmware: dfu-util -d 0483:df11 -a 0 -D openrtx_mod17_wrap -s 0x08000000

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Join me as I take a deep dive into the uSDX+, an affordable 8-band QRP HF transceiver packed with features! This all-mode, software-defined radio (SDR) is an excellent entry-level HF rig, offering a built-in CW decoder, an Arduino-based design, and impressive performance for its $120 price point.

🔥 Key Features Covered in This Review:
✅ Covers 80, 60, 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, and 10 meters
✅ 5W output (with some quirks on 15m & 10m)
✅ Arduino & Si5351-based frequency control
✅ Kenwood-style mic connector
✅ Compact and lightweight – perfect for portable ops
✅ Works with 12V or 13.8V power sources
✅ Side-by-side power output comparisons

I also test CW and SSB QSOs, record the receive audio, and share my thoughts on how this compares to classic rigs like the Heathkit HW-8. If you’re into QRP, portable HF, or budget SDR radios, this might be the perfect addition to your shack!

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Original Video: https://youtu.be/B5Qv21RnplI

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👉 Signal Stuff for the Signalstick: https://signalstuff.com/
👉 BNC Mag Mount: https://geni.us/k36b
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Is it possible to go from unpacking a brand new antenna to making your first HF contact — all in under 15 minutes? Let’s find out!

Join me as I load up the motorcycle, head to a remote POTA location, and put the JPC-12 coil-loaded vertical antenna to the ultimate real-world test. No benches. No picnic tables. No excuses. Just me, the radio, and the clock ticking down.

📡 What You’ll See:
• Full HF activation with the Xiegu X6100 at 10W
• Rapid deployment of the JPC-12 vertical antenna
• Real-time setup, tuning, and successful POTA contact
• Tips for assembling, grounding, and radial placement
• Bonus: Mandalorian GPS & a surprise turtle sighting 🐢

🧰 Gear Featured:
👉 The GooZeeZoo JPC-12 Antenna: https://geni.us/iOp3sqF
👉 ABR Coax: https://abrind.com/?sld=km9g
👉 SO-239 to BNC Adapter: https://geni.us/8EAz9
👉 Xiegu X6100: Use Code TO15 for $15 off at Radioddity: https://www.radioddity.com/?ref=bpajyqft
👉 Denco Battery: https://denco.enterprises/

👉 Apache 4800 Case: https://geni.us/qi6lSGd
👉 M10 to 3/8-24 Adapter: https://geni.us/F0A2Tm3
👉 TCEK Camp Chair: https://geni.us/cuzgiW3
👉 Velcro One-Wrap Cable Ties: https://geni.us/0TJY37

🎯 Whether you’re a seasoned POTA activator or just love field ham adventures, this video proves that every antenna works — if you make it work.

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Today, we’re diving into a must-have mod for one of my favorite radios—the Icom IC-7100! If you’ve ever looked at the factory power connector and thought, “Why isn’t this PowerPole-ready already?” — you’re not alone. In this video, I’ll walk you through how to install a custom PowerPole adapter kit from Jason (NØBOY), making your IC-7100 more functional, more accessible, and way more 🔥.

💡 Why this mod?
✔ Cleaner install
✔ Easier power connections
✔ No more proprietary headaches
✔ Fully reversible
✔ Looks AMAZING on your bench

⚙️ Whether you’re new to radio modding or a seasoned ham, this video has something for you. Stick around for the tips, tools, and the magic trick that makes the install smooth. And YES—PowerPoles for the win 💪

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Today we’re going to compile some links to help us all (me especially) with weather! As usual, we don’t know what we’re doing, but we’re going to have fun doing it!

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In this video, I take a hands-on look at the TinySA Ultra+ ZS704 spectrum analyzer from SeeSii — a compact, powerful RF tool with frequency coverage up to 7.3 GHz. We compare it with previous TinySA models, test real-world RFI at an RV park, and explore how well it integrates with field-ready cases and accessories.

This isn’t just a spec rundown — I take the ZS704 out for a spin, track down sources of noise, and evaluate how quiet (or not) a full-time RV setup really is. I also show off the accessories, cases, attenuators, and setup tips that make this analyzer a must-have for RF hobbyists and ham radio operators.

🧰 In This Video:

• What’s new in the TinySA Ultra+ ZS704 vs other TinySA models
• Field tests: RFI hunting in an RV park using spectrum scans and waterfall display
• Attenuator setup for safe signal testing (including 40 dB + 20 dB stack)
• Case and accessory walkthrough: mesh bags, 3D printed organizers, DC blocks, and more
• Measuring RF noise from charge controllers, LED lights, trucks, and RV electronics
• TinySA as a signal generator and sensitivity test tool
• Advice on avoiding clones and where to buy safe, legit units

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Join me as I take a deep dive into the uSDX+, an affordable 8-band QRP HF transceiver packed with features! This all-mode, software-defined radio (SDR) is an excellent entry-level HF rig, offering a built-in CW decoder, an Arduino-based design, and impressive performance for its $120 price point.

🔥 Key Features Covered in This Review:
✅ Covers 80, 60, 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, and 10 meters
✅ 5W output (with some quirks on 15m & 10m)
✅ Arduino & Si5351-based frequency control
✅ Kenwood-style mic connector
✅ Compact and lightweight – perfect for portable ops
✅ Works with 12V or 13.8V power sources
✅ Side-by-side power output comparisons

I also test CW and SSB QSOs, record the receive audio, and share my thoughts on how this compares to classic rigs like the Heathkit HW-8. If you’re into QRP, portable HF, or budget SDR radios, this might be the perfect addition to your shack!

📌 Links & Discounts:
🔗 Get the uSDX+ from Banggood: https://ban.ggood.vip/15GWP
💸 Download Banggood APP to get an extra 10% off: https://ban.ggood.vip/11sy8
👉 uSDX+ is now on Amazon: https://geni.us/8vPxVR
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Original Video: https://youtu.be/B5Qv21RnplI

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