well I Have recently Bought the MFJ-259B Analyzer with the intention of experimenting with various Antenna's and so far I am pleased with the results using...
A lot of us over here already have kerbside recycling collections. Where I am they even take away our used batteries for recycling. What I tend to do is...
FYI for those who may not be QRP-ARCI members. Please excuse if this has been posted previously. The contest is open to all QRP'ers. Allen, W9DZ ... Date:...
Has anyone used this battery and if not do you think it would work for the FT-817? http://www.computers4sure.com/product.asp?productid=2243145 David WB1BPV ...
The FT817 Group averages over 500 (+/-130 one-sigma) messages per month. Because the volume of messages is rather large, I would like to remind everyone of a...
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Feb 1, 2006 10:17 pm
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I have, and use, a similar battery. It does a gret job of powering my radio, but it CAN cause RFI problems, if the antenna is too close to the battery/battery...
Today I completed all back orders and shipped them as well as any new orders through noon today. I have six(6) kits ready for immediate shipping. When the...
I don't remember where I got this. I have a "fanny pack" for my FT-817. It is a belt type rig with a pouch for the 817. It holds a battery and has a place for...
http://www.powerportstore.com/Worldpouch%20AR.htm I have this setup and it has not really been used at all. Comes with radio pouch, battery power supply and...
Allen,thanks for the heads up on the qrp hf contest this weekend--could you provide a complete link for submitting scores,or a link to the sponsering...
Hi has anyone else experienced this? What ever you set the step rate to in the menu the dial freq changes by double the amount. For example I set 5kHz, it...
Mike, can you tell me where I can buy the final PCB? I am in Australia and have had no luck to date getting a price and availability locally. I am happy to buy...
Hello to everyone in the group! I've been bitten by the qrp bug and found my way here. My name is Dave and my call is KK4PQ. I have a new 817 on the way...
Steve, I hate to be the bearer of bad tidings, but if what happened to my '817 happened to yours you're not going to like what I have to say. I had a OTT unit...
Any of the Yaesu addresses on the front of your manual should be able to supply. ... <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>...
Hmm, one issue: if you are using a 100W amp, do you already have a PS capable of the 20+amps it will draw, and if applicable a 100W rated tuner? Those two...
Many thanks for the very helpful replies to this question - all much appreciated. I have decided to get a 100W PA first so I can do some easier DX, but I will...
Ken, I called Yaesu in California and asked for the parts department. The part was around $47 US plus shipping. It arrived here in 4 days. The number in the US...
Hi Mike, Thanks for the info. I just got a reply from one of the local dealers. Quoting AU$435 inc GST! Amazing. And they wonder why people in Oz these days...
Hello Ken I wouldn't mind helping you out, as I was just thinking about getting a board to keep around for a spare. If you want, we can take this off list. I...
It is possible that they quoted the price for the LARGER board, (There are TWO boards)-and not the correct, smaller board, with the final output transistors....
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Feb 3, 2006 1:41 pm
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G'day Ken, I did my finals not so long ago and got pretty prompt service from Benelec. ( www.benelec.com.au )Send an e-mail to forsythm@... and...
Hi, Even though you select 5khz, you may also at the same time have the fast tune selected on the mike indicated by the running man on the bottom right hand...
Hi, Even though you select 5khz, you may also at the same time have the fast tune selected on the mike indicated by the running man on the bottom left hand...
... Completely astoundingt - I paid ...rummages around the "Shack(tm)" for receipt.... Ok I can't find the receipt but I can find an e-mail exchange - it was...
Thanks, John I have never been successful with the CAT connection and/or OTT, despite numerous attempts. And I am not skillful enough with microelectronics to...
Hi, Dave! Well, you have chosen wisely, Grasshoper! You're gonna love this rig. Even I have been amazed at all of the DX possible with QRP. There's a ton of...
... So that works? Using a "rechargeable alkaline charger" to recharge Duracell and maybe Energizer? About 20 years ago i tried recharging alkalines with a...