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Smith Chart 101: Tame the Beast
I had a viewer ask me to do a video on the Smith Chart and here it is. This is a quick overview of what the Smith Chart is and how it works as well as how to plot points on the chart. This just scratches the surface but should be a good starting point ...
Read more: Smith Chart 101: Tame the BeastCW Morse SP4 POTA/SOTA Paddle
Happy Holidays. This video demonstrates the new CW Morse SP4 Paddle that will sure to satisfy the portable CW Operator like those that do Summits On the Air (SOTA) and Parks On the Air (POTA).
Read more: CW Morse SP4 POTA/SOTA PaddleAll RigExpert Stick Antenna Analyzers: Including the New Stick 500
In this video I compare the three antenna analyzers in the RigExpert Stick line including the Stick 230, Stick Pro and the Brand New Stick 500. I am very excited to be one of three YouTubers to get to share this brand new device with my viewers.
Read more: All RigExpert Stick Antenna Analyzers: Including the New Stick 500RigExpert Stick 230 vs Stick Pro
A quick look at the differences between the RigExpert Stick 230 and the Stick Pro. Plus, a sneak peak at something else coming to the stick line of portable antenna analyzers. This is the first of two videos that are a huge leap for me and the channel as this is the first video on ...
Read more: RigExpert Stick 230 vs Stick ProIs Your Antenna Really Efficient? SWR isn’t the only thing
Don’t assume that a good SWR means that your antenna is truly efficient and getting out there. This video goes over the other factors that weigh in on how well your antenna is operating.
Read more: Is Your Antenna Really Efficient? SWR isn’t the only thingHow To Study and Pass Your Ham Radio Exam
The ham radio exam can seem daunting but it doesn’t have to be. If you use the right approach to studying, the amateur radio tests don’t have to be scary. The dirty little secret is there should be no surprises if you study the right way. This video gives you what you need to pass ...
Read more: How To Study and Pass Your Ham Radio ExamOpenSpot4 vs PiStar: Which is Right for You
Hotspots have become a pretty standard device for those using digital handhelds. The ability to use the digital modes like DMR, DStar or Yeasu System Fusion is a way to access hams around the world even if you don’t have a repeater near you. In this video I go over two very popular versions of ...
Read more: OpenSpot4 vs PiStar: Which is Right for YouTake Your Ham Radio Test Online
The pandemic certainly turned our world upside down but there was one good thing that came out of it. Online ham exams although possible prior to 2020, they were few and most people didn’t know about them. Fast forward into 2022 and Online ham exams are rapidly becoming the prefered way to take that exam ...
Read more: Take Your Ham Radio Test OnlineAnyTone AT-878UVii Plus vs Radioddity GD-88: Which Do You Buy?
In my last video, I talked about the Radioddity GD-88 and I pondered if it could compete with the Anytone 878. In this video, I go over the merits of each and I give my opinion on which one I prefer. I try to give a fair and balanced viewpoint but I certainly tend to ...
Read more: AnyTone AT-878UVii Plus vs Radioddity GD-88: Which Do You Buy?Radioddity GD-88 DMR/Analog Radio – Is it a good buy?
DMR is a very popular mode for worldwide communications using a VHF/UHF handheld Transceiver. Radioddity has released the GD-88 Dual Band DMR and Analog radio that can take advantage of this popular mode as well as using the regular FM repeaters you already have at your disposal. Add a hotspot and you can link up ...
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