Anyone know where I can find a copy of the manual for this qrp rig? Oak Hills Research 40M Sprint. I have the unit, but don't have any manual. It works pretty ...
I am building a the Tuner Uppers that uses SMT parts. I am thinking about trying to use solder paste. I can solder some of the chip componets but the IC's with...
... Hi John, I built a ATS-3 4 band radio that is all surface mount components. I got the 40 legged tiny chips soldered in by putting a tiny bit of plain Radio...
I have an older Oak Hills 40 meter transceiver and the manual that goes with it, but I don't know if it's the "Sprint" or not. Direct conversion receiver, 1.5...
John, Ablolutely not a problem. If your not familiar with my turorial on exactly that subject please check it out. I have used some very inexpensive tools...
I need help with my new (1988) Tek 2246A O'scope. I can't seem to be able to figure out the menuing system. I should have just gotten a single channel 40 Mhz...
Hello All, This past weekend, I passed my "tech" license exam. Although I am starting my shack out on a shoestring, I'm going to be in the market for some...
Hi Alan, Congrats on your Tech and I would keep up study and learn to pass at least the General Class written exam. After Friday Feb 28 there will be no CW...
... used? ... help ... comprehension Alan, I'd advise buying a NEW rig from one of the major manufacturers, Yaesu, Kenwood, or ICOM. Buy one with HF/VHF/UHF...
Alan, If you have an Amateur Radio club in your area join it. It is a good way to get to know the local operators and most are very willing to help those who...
I'm Richard WA4NWW, owner of this group. I just wanted to jump in and thank all you fellow hams for the great cooperation you guys are giving to keep this...
... Hi, Alan, ... Congratulations! Like one of the earlier writers I do urge you to upgrade to General Class soon. No code exam any more for any class so it's...
Alan, Congratulations on your new license. I also wish you luck on passing your General Class exam after the new rules take effect on February 23. I agree...
Alan, I'll agree with everything Thom and Jim have said; they are right on the money about antennas. If you've got watts to burn, you can get out on almost...
Congrats, Alan. A good receiver and a good antenna would be the place to start. Listen to the bands to see what interests you. In addition to CW, there are...
I had one of these fine rigs once upon a time, built by the late Stan Yarema, and later modified by him to beef up the front end. I like it even better than my...
I have for sale a Elecraft K2 kit with Internal Battery Pack. Purchased late fall 2006, so all up to date. Never started, invested $830 with radio kit and...
Hello all! I want to buy a couple of chips labled 2S0765, manufactured by Fairchildhese are 5 lead chips. Have tried on search engines, but only managed to get...
Has anyone had problems on commercial airlines with the TSA folks and home brew ham gear. I have several pieces of QRP gear I'd like to take on a trip, but I...
... airlines. ... Hi Bill, Putting it in your checked luggage should avoid any hassles from the TSA group. I'm flying out in 2 weeks and I'll pose the...
I have traveled by air several times (domestic and international). I take an HT and a Small Wonder Labs DSW-20 in my carry on. No problems. I pack the wire...
Thanks Bob, ....for your reassuring post. What you have described is a sane response by those people. I have not flown since just before 9-11 because I have...
I am putting together a QRP station that I hope to operate remotely. We have plenty of mountain tops around here in Southern California, and I plan to spend...
John, http://www.qsl.net/va3pkh/palm-ham.html For a variety of logging programs that you can use on a Palm Pilot. I use G4FON's "QSO Diary" which can be found...
I have 1 of 2 unbuilt Norcal Cascade 80/20 Meter SSB transceiver kits for sale. I'm asking $180.00 for it. Feel free to email me or contact me by phone @...
Hi, Paper logging can work. The batteries won't die on you. Take a number of ball point pens.You will have an ink-lubricated ball bearing for speed and the...
I'd vote for paper too. More than that, I'd say go for a waterproof notebook to save you from that unpleasant sensation of not being able to write due to high...
Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to help with this. I sure got a lot of excellent information. Paper logging may indeed work. It just takes some...
