Toads Digital Interface: Ham Radio Setup & Showcase #shorts
Freddie Mac from @HamRadioCrusader showcases the Toads Digital Interface, designed for Motorola radios. It interfaces with CDM750, CDM1250, CDM1550, and GM300 models with 16 or 20 pin connectors.
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Stephen, KK6ZJC, wants to make a dipole so that he can raise and lower 1/2 at a time. Is an antenna like this possible? What will such a contraption look like?
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The Shock-Cord Vertical Antenna Guying Experiment (It Works!)
I’ve been experimenting with guying on my 18m fibreglass mast – and I’ve added 3 x 1m lengths of 12mm (1/2 inch) heavy shock-cord to the top guys. The result? Instead of the mast top shuddering in the wind, it’s now smooth and controlled.
In this video, I show you how I did it, why it works, and what I’m planning next for the station. If you’ve ever wondered whether shock-cord can tame verticals, this is for you!
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Another day, another “broken” radio… except this one works perfectly. The only “problem”? It’s region locked, so it can’t transmit on the 70cm ham band. That’s not a defect — that’s how it was built.
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Ham radio testing requires a dummy load to avoid broadcasting signals. This device absorbs a large portion of the signal, preventing accidental transmissions. A dummy load allows users to experiment and test equipment safely.
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