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In this video, we discuss where on the Ham Bands you should avoid calling CQ.

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Links from the video:
https://www.arrl.org/files/file/Regulatory/Band%20Chart/Band%20Chart%208_5%20X%2011%20Color.pdf
https://www.arrl.org/band-plan
https://www.arrl.org/files/file/conop.pdf

RSGB Band Plan: https://rsgb.org/main/operating/band-plans/

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In this video, we test a 90dB Step Attenuator with a NanoVNA SAA2N to see the performance of the attenuator. The results were, well… surprising.

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Check out this video where I use Static Attenuators to test the putout of a Baofeng Ham Radio with the TinySA spectrum analyzer. https://youtu.be/3BlESqsNOwg

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In this video we do a prototype build of the CAHRtenna End Fed Halfwave Dipole antenna, designed by the team over at Coffee and Ham Radios.

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In this video, we show how to select and test Toroid Ferrite Mix for choke baluns for Ham Radio.
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Ferrite Mix Selection

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Folks, in this video we take a look at a budget pocket multimeter, the Mustool MT11. I was sent this meter free of charge from Banggood.com in exchange for this video review.

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One of the best tools for a Ham Radio Operator is a NanoVNA, these come in many different varieties. Today we take a look at the NanoVNA SAA-2N, this particular model was sent to me free of charge from AURSINC in exchange for this video review.

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In this video, we take a look at the DMMCheck Plus; a reference standard to verify your multimeter is working correctly.
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In this video, we will talk a bit about the ports on the NanoVNA and how they are used. We will also discuss the S-Parameters used on 2 port networks and some of the limitations of the NanoVNA.

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in this video, we take a look at the NanoVNA SAA-2N and how to adjust data or sweep points when analyzing an antenna.

Note: This NanoVNA was sent to me free of shared from AURSINC in exchange for this video review.

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Get your NanoVNA SAA-2N here: https://amz.run/5BuB
https://www.amazon.com/shop/TheSmokinApe
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Check out my NanoVNA Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm8ROkpFeqornjIRLKS0RJqSrUl_lr5lv

Check out my HAM Radio, Scanner, Walkie Talkie Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm8ROkpFeqoolh8jN6HRo7xnLC9op6AkM

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BNC Binding Post Adapters a Word of Caution

In this video, we take a look at BNC Binding Post or Banana Plug adapters and something you should be aware of when using them.

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