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Weekly Information / Mentor / New License Thread

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 06:00 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3g9cl/weekly_information_mentor_new_license_thread/


This thread is used for those who just passed their tests to introduce themselves, a place to ask questions that you think dont deserve its own
thread and a place to brag!
Posts will be sorted by new!
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Stuck down next to the straight key, this thing is buttery smooth, just
need to practice with it

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 11:26 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3nlx5/stuck_down_next_to_the_straight_key_this_thing_is/

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10m is on fire right now, just worked NZ with 20w from Ohio 0n FT8

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 01:19 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3q8dw/10m_is_on_fire_right_now_just_worked_nz_with_20w/


Title says it all, get on there before the sun goes down guys! submitted
by /u/ImpossibleMap4516
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A company asks to install a 900 MHz radio device on my balcony - Can it be harmful?

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 10:53 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3mubp/a_company_asks_to_install_a_900_mhz_radio_device/


Hey guys,
i guess this is not the right community to ask this question, but
unfortunately i have no idea where else to ask.
Since i live in the 13th floor i got the offer from a company that wants to establish some kind of IoT radio network, that they install a device with
an antenna on my balcony. They would pay a small fee for that.
I like the idea since i always wanted to install some kind of radio system
up there. But i have no idea if i have to worry about the constant
radiation when i am on the balcony or inside the flat. I called them for
more details and all i know is that it uses some 900 MHz based network for
IoT devices and the device itself consumes 10W from the wall outlet. So the antenna power should be below 10W?
I hope someone can give me more information :) submitted by /u/hndi321
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That last one got me

Posted: 27 Feb 2022 06:53 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t350qz/that_last_one_got_me/

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Picking up an operator on my phone headset. What is going on?

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 11:39 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3nwqx/picking_up_an_operator_on_my_phone_headset_what/


Hi! Ill start with: I know nothing about amateur radio so thank you all for being here and helping me out.
The story: I live in an urban area and work from home. I started using a headset to make work phone calls a few months ago and I typically wear it
all day. From the very first day, I could hear a man speaking, "breaker, breaker," "good news, good news." I have no idea whats going on but he
never responds when I ask if he can hear me. Im assuming hes using a radio,
I only hear his side of any conversation. Sometimes its so loud I can
hardly keep my conversation straight when Im speaking to clients.
I hear him every single day, which I actually kind of love because he
sounds like a really nice guy. Can anyone tell me what the hell is going on
and maybe how I can find out who he is? submitted by /u/dogswrestle
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FYI - 10m is currently open

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 01:30 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3qibo/fyi_10m_is_currently_open/


Just worked Argentina from California with a 5x9 report submitted by /u/alopgeek
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Shorty all bander

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 01:45 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3qu3c/shorty_all_bander/


I saw some Marines with an antennae that they claimed would tune to any frequency automatically and called it the “shorty all bander”. It appears that it was hand made and not issued.
Has anyone seen them or have instructions for them? submitted by /u/Apprehensive-Ad-6161
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how to -> external antenna for old commercial icom handheld -- see first
coment

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 09:25 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3ks6c/how_to_external_antenna_for_old_commercial_icom/

submitted by /u/vo1pwf
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I just finished building a 9:1 unun for the first time, and realize that I should've taken more picture throughout the process. Lesson learned for the next project.

Posted: 27 Feb 2022 06:57 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3539n/i_just_finished_building_a_91_unun_for_the_first/

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ELI5: Deviation vs Bandwidth

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 07:01 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3hkc3/eli5_deviation_vs_bandwidth/


Im embarrassed to even ask, but I finally have to: Whats the difference
between deviation and bandwidth, or are they synonyms? So, like, if my 2m
FM transmission to the local repeater fits inside a space of 12.5KHz, is
the bandwidth 12.5KHz or is the deviation 12.5KHz? (or both? neither?)
Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/DirtyScoobie
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BF UV-5R with a prolific chipset programming cable

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 03:00 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3sk4h/bf_uv5r_with_a_prolific_chipset_programming_cable/


Ive never had any issues with my other cable but Ive seemed to have
misplaced it. Im using a programming cable with the chipset made by
prolific but I keep getting "Radio did not respond" Ive tried multiple
versions of CHIRP, Ive uninstalled and reinstalled drivers for the cable.
Ive reverted drivers to version 3.2.0.0. Used 3 different computers etc.
Im stumped, does anyone know how to get this cable to work with CHIRP? Ive
had it working in the past.. submitted by /u/Pismo_Beach
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Testing for Technician on 3/12/22

Posted: 27 Feb 2022 08:24 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t36rbm/testing_for_technician_on_31222/


Testing for Technician on 3/12/22
Hey guys, I will be taking my Tech test on March 12th. Been studying, and
doing practices exams. Continually above 80% at this point.
Is it unrealistic to test for General on the same day or should I just keep
my focus on technician for now? Thanks you salty Elmers! submitted by /u/Toxsick_Jokerr
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Getting ahold of 2022 catalogs

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 11:45 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3o1pv/getting_ahold_of_2022_catalogs/


Hello, Im trying to help an elderly ham radio enthusiast get ahold of a
2022 MFJ catalog for ordering parts. I saw online we could download it, but
he is terribly opposed to using the computer. Ive tried emailing them many times to no avail. Does anyone know how to request a catalog to come in the mail? Or if you know of any catalogs from other companies, those would be helpful, too. He has a bunch of catalogs from the 70s but we just need something current. Thank you so much! submitted by /u/waggledaz
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Yagi-Uda Optimization for Wifi Antenna

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 11:07 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3n6ah/yagiuda_optimization_for_wifi_antenna/


https://www.changpuak.ch/electronics/yagi_uda_antenna_DL6WU.php I’m using this antenna design for a Science Olympiad competition where I need to
maximize the distance that a computer registers a signal. I’m using a 8 element antenna since I have to fit it in a 15cm cube, (tilted diagonally).
A successful connection is when a
I have 5 (fairly simple) questions: 1. What width wire should I use for the elements.
What reflector design is optimal? The calculator lists a specific distance
and the picture shows several rods. I’ve even seen some Yagi Uda use flat sheets as a reflector.
Can I use 3D printed PETG filament as a frame encompassing the sides of the directors without disrupting the connection?
The signal is listed as an 802.11 encoded 2.4GHz signal. However further research reveals this uses several frequency bands. Which frequency should
I optimize the Yagi-Uda for in order to get the maximum distance
connection? I don’t care about bandwidth or anything, just the measured db that the computer reads.
The website recommends a folded dipole https://www.changpuak.ch/electronics/Dipole_folded.php, which apparently
has an impedance of 300 Ohms. I know router has a source impedance of 50
ohms, so impedance will be drastically mismatched, how can I resolve this issue? Also, attaching the folded dipole to the Yagi Uda won’t change this impedance? (Also I thought impedance was dependent on frequency so I don’t know why the calculator says a singular number)
If you have any ideas about any of these questions please feel free to
weigh in! Any help is appreciated.
Thank you! submitted by /u/-AllShallKneel-
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Antenna mast help!

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 09:34 AM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3kzm2/antenna_mast_help/


Pics: https://imgur.com/a/OQfaz0d
Hello all! First off thanks for any advice anyone can provide. While this
mast isn’t going to be for radio, y’all’s expertise definitely is needed here!
I am looking to put up an antenna mast at my partners property near her
horse arena. I can’t use guy wires due to the risk to the horses on the property, and she does not wish to make any permanent holes into her arena structure so ground level mast that clears the roofline is my option here. I’ve attached some pictures. I’m thinking of cementing some galvanized pipe and then using that rail mounting by the sub panel (see pics) to add some
stand offs to support it. Or even using stand offs from that round post to support it. The top of that smaller post is probably 7-8 feet (need to get
out and measure).
My question is how much antenna mast you think I could put up with that
system. It’ll be holding a small dry box at the top with ~ 18” fiberglass antenna. Secondary question is do I even need to cement the post or could I
do something like this/how much mast could I put up with this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/114405765335?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110018%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.COMPLISTINGS%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200122151703%26meid%3D898fa58948264b22ad83902aee6ab9dc%26pid%3D101096%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D114267941624%26itm%
3D114405765335%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2332490%26algv%3DItemStripV101HighAdFeeWithCompV3Ranker&_trksid=p2332490.c101096.m2460&amdata=cksum%3A114405765335898fa58948264b22ad83902aee6ab9dc%7Cenc%3AAQAGAAACAKLc1BlJiU8b2pltKuvAJwbQDRqWQARZr2x70TwXrfYrt%
252BkUeAUMsBdqw8huU1yRgD9UuoMM%252Fj7dbIA4aCaZ%252BCzJNsqDVdE2KNaMhUb9%252FSe%252BqYppANIyybDH1BkphNxhwAApCMH7qWRWMIWh%252BNKyMqHITWGwpeUzhoxxh0mGO2589x5HAWJv5fXNQIjS0o9ljZfVMlMiZwJMPUpwetJ0%252FuQcHi4gfrFKhE5Px4JqTTuu2n%252FmKrKHOFrFhIi9jG%
252BqdO7ELpybFzHxuFDOcF%252B%252FnDW0cpMoI%252F%252FNwGM0sXn3DFqtiS%252BAVRH7Hi%252Bn0VttbIX%252FMOqNUvFnDh5tH4OkEB77qjJoYgvpN%252F04Vt1kLM%252FotkrFPv98Crl22IG%252FzUdgDTsubIYv%252B4BiS3nzOpzogADlaFx25f2GcnGu8neA7aJtx24teRPq71nS13BJIRCdiyU2h%
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XhZ9vk2XGMZL5icW5%252FEF3PcPnHG77aUC9OoYe2Ft1NRQmdv0nEBEvXI5DjJiH7Pqj9KeJng40Axdpy8FbdmwVBhRMjJnwv3k4hp0Zjcm1%252B7ZGh3Wi7cIVa1xQvgXSEpi6nyrpeM%252F5TSNruBdq5%252BvJiTwOPBS7ZfCTIo6R1SwKxbqdr1y75pfrkBk1NMA61KMWhodVPel167%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2332490&
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Getting comfortable using the radio?

Posted: 27 Feb 2022 03:41 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t315ac/getting_comfortable_using_the_radio/


I got my tech license last year (studying for the general!) and bought a baofeng, due to COVID I hadnt met up with my local club but I still want to learn how to talk over the radio without sounding like a noob. Ive watched
a few videos, including one on how to call CQ
I guess my question is, is there advice I should know before calling CQ or
any resources on Ham Radio etiquette? submitted by /u/ChronicGamergy
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3D printed a magnetic iambic paddle using magnets from an old vape tank,
the action is so good, I can operate it one handed, still need to wire it
up, I did try springs initially but it was useless.

Posted: 27 Feb 2022 03:51 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t31ci5/3d_printed_a_magnetic_iambic_paddle_using_magnets/

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Anyone QSOd with a station in Russia/Ukraine?

Posted: 28 Feb 2022 02:46 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t3s8ka/anyone_qsod_with_a_station_in_russiaukraine/


I bet there are some interesting conversations to be had. submitted by /u/LazeLinez
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6 meters

Posted: 27 Feb 2022 10:17 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t38sa7/6_meters/


What is this band like and is there any 6 m handheld radios? submitted
by /u/Routine_Watercress76
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How long does an iCom repair generally take?

Posted: 27 Feb 2022 04:06 PM PST https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/t31nve/how_long_does_an_icom_repair_generally_take/


Hi,
So recently my iCom IC 718 was sent in for repair as it was outputting low power, only 10 watts on 80 meters and 50 on 40 up. I recieved the "your
radio repair is in progress" notification from iCom a few days ago, I am wondering about how long an iCom repair usually takes? Its their Washington center. submitted by /u/wassup2190
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