Dude your understanding of RF power is amazing. I'm a commercial electrician so I get electrical but RF is a whole nother rabbit whole. The visuals you provide with the lightbulbs and what not are invaluable to me. Thanks for this amazing channel
allways a pleasure jim great amp you didn,t have that on when i heared you talking to dj8bo, im ste in liverpool england you probably don,t remember it was a few months back just wanted to say hi and keep up the good work you do and lets see more videos soon 73 and stay safe from england 73
Jim I must say you have an awesome assortment of Amateur Radio equipment. I have an L-4B as well. It needs quite a bit of work and some cleaning I am sure. I have not used it in awhile. But, when I was using in the past it would put out quite a bit of power. 73, WA6TWJ Dave Mauldin Rough and Ready, CA. USA keep up the good work on your videos.
Hi Dave, I should say, neighbor Dave. Check the caps AND the resistors across them in the PS. Likely, they should be replaced. Also, gradually heat up those tubes. I think you know about all of that already. Take care Dave. I am trying to recover from a massive pulmonary embolism and heart attack a year ago. I have good days and then some not so good days. The dozen doctors have found an aneurysm, murmur, reduced lung capacity, damaged portions of my lungs, leaking valve, heart failure and a whole list of other stuff that is wrong. 73, Jim
Thank you. Due to illness I may have to leave here to be closer to our children. I have been selling off some equipment. It has been fun to use it and configure a station. 73, Jim
Jim: I've loved your videos, especially how you don't talk "over my head" as a relatively new ham. I got my General early in October and purchased a mobile Yaesu FT-891. Have you published a video about the basics of using an HF radio and what all the buttons, settings, etc. do on a rig? I'm specifically curious about how to reduce noise (the constant background scratching) and how to tune into a frequency when you get "close". Thx KI7EMX
I have not. But those are very good questions. I will think about how to do one about using an HF radio. Frankly, it is good question that I never thought about. Thanks! 73, Jim W6LG
Also, if you remember when I commented on your video when you said in the comments you almost died, I'm mainframe productions, I have two different channels on one account so I may use either one when watching your videos
Thanks for sharing Jim! Working on establishing a shack in our home and I gained some great ideas from yours. Hope to chat on the air some day! - 73's, KD0LDK
Jim: Thanks for another great video. Happy to see you up and about. What a wonderful shack. I would love to learn more about your cabling and antenna switching network. I find it is difficult to get practical recommendations for feedline management with towers and beams. Keep up the great work. KG7SHC
You make a very good point. My station is a collection and culmination of almost 60 years. Also, I manufactured some ham radio equipment. The most important part of a station is the feedline and antenna (or more correctly the antenna system). You can have lots of fun with the basic equipment which includes a transceiver, mic, key antenna system and maybe a power supply. Don't be put off by my over the top stuff. I am, this morning, trying to finish much of the station at the new QTH so I can shoot video of what I have done. Just wiring eveything has taken weeks. Thanks JD & 73, Jim
WA9NVN now W9NVN, how are you? I am about ready to have some visitors. It has been a slow recovery. Let's talk on the LL sometime soon. Great to hear from you. 73, Jim W6LG PS I miss our mutual friend Bob
Very nice setup, Jim. I like to run SDR-Console with SdrPlay RSP-1 as a panadapter for my FTdx-3000. If you haven't tried it already, it's worth checking out, and it is free. Thanks for the tour! 73, Brett K5WXP
Jim you have a beautiful station . I'm going to be taking my technical license test in January any pointers on what my first radio maybe something dual band ?
Depending on your access to repeaters, I recommend getting on 2 meters right away and joining at least 1 club. Develop your style and LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN. Try and spend your money wisely and get the best rig you can find. Ask questions and have a blast!
Could you explain more about how you set up the spectrum analyzer? Is it completely separate to your transceiver, or are they linked together in some way?
Jim I just love the station. I just passed my general test back in October and I am building my station. I am looking at a Mosely cl33 tribander and wanted to get your opinion. ..I also love DX. thanks so much for your advice and I enjoy all your videos. KB8YBG JIM
I had the CL33 and it worked great. Built to handle full power all day long. You will talk to the world with one of those antennas. Have fun Jim and thanks! 73, Jim W6LG
Interesting and nice shack. I haven't been on the air since I lost all my antennas in December 99 ... (I know it's a long time). But in 2 or 3 months I will put on the red light again! I worked only on DX (SSB) with a BA105 on 10m and a KT34XA on 21 an 14, with an Icom 751 (that I still have) pushing an Amp of my work based on a F6005 from Thomson (2500 HF W). I work actually on my antennas now but it's difficult to find the good ones. See you soon on air. 73 from F5OKE.
Excellent. I don't know the F6005. But if it is from Thomson, it should be very good. We have had good openings on 20 meters to France with many very strong. I hope to hear you soon. 73, Jim
Just found your videos this evening. I've had my Tec license for just about a year. I've not attempted to make any contacts. I purchased a handheld YAESU FT-60 with the components for a 2meter antennae which I have to sting across across my attic. I live in a community that does not allow anything out of the normal in our yards. Anyway, enjoying your videos and glad your back on the air. My questions is, since I'm new to Amateur Radio, most of the information your putting out is way over my head. Is there something else that I should be listening to for my skill level ?
Hi, You will learn. Just take your time and watch as many videos as you can. But, you need to upgrade to at least General and preferably Extra Class so that you can get on HF. There you can talk to guys around the country with an antenna in the attic. Talking to other hams will increase your knowledge. HF is a lot more enjoyable and fulfilling. 73, Jim W6LG
Hi Jim, very nice shack. Could you make a video on your antenna farm? I think a lot of us would like to see where you get that big signal from. I like your comment on audio on the air about we are communicators not broadcasters. Thank you for all the great video's. 73 from WI. de N9OVR
Thanks. We I can walk outside, I hope to do some of that. Right now, I am pretty limited in what I can do. That could last another 7 months. Thanks for your support. 73, Jim
Could you please make a video about properly getting started in HAM radio? Or at least point us in the right direction? I want to get into HAM radio, but I don't have a receiver and I cannot spend 200€ for something that might not interest me much personally. Many other videos and articles say that you can get the Baofeng UV-5R or other similar handheld and that's all you need to get started. Would you agree with that? I feel too limited getting that because I can only use 2m and 70cm bands, but maybe it is enough. Maybe if I get a better, bigger antenna for use at home, I could get a bit better range, but would that be worth it? Anyways, really nice video, keep up the great work!
I'm not sure how it is over in Europe, but I would start by listening to Ham's thru a scanner or scanner app (here in the US we have broadcastify which is great). Get yourself a book to prepare yourself for the test (i'm assuming your country has a test). You could probably check a book out at the library if you don't want to spend the cash but they shouldn't be expensive. Also, there is a book called Ham Radio for Dummies which might interest you. That's where I would start if I were you.
Many years ago I sold ham radio gear at a store in Burbank California. At that store I really liked the Drake equipment. Elecraft reminder me of Drake gear decades back. It was reliable, hard working, never failed. In the last two months I have purchased new a Yaesu FTDX101d and the Icom IC-7610. I did sell some of the Elecraft. I still have one K3 and the matching P3 that I want to sell. 73, Jim W6LG
Jim, thanks you to come back to me, very interesting. So now that you mentioned that have new rig’s (Yaesu and Icom) what about the Elecraft K4D or K4HD? I like your video, There are all helpful, thanks you for your contributions in the Art.
HI JIM , I AM AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SCALE FOR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT RADIO'S. I FEEL DAUNTED BY THE AMOUNT OF STUFF TO KNOW JUST TO GET STARTED, i'D LOVE TO HAVE A RADIO AND WHILE NOT PARTICULARLY INTERESTED IN TALKING TO PEOPLE I DON'T KNOW WOULD LOVE TO HAVE IT FOR EMERGENCIES, I LIVE WHEN ON HOLIDAYS, IN AN AREA THAT FREQUENTLY HAS EARTHQUAKES, ANOTHER REASON TO WANT A RADIO IS FOR TRAVELING, IF I'M A LONE AND RUN IN TO A PROBLEM WITH A CAR, ITS GOOD TO HAVE SOME KIND OF BACK UP THAT DOESN'T NEED CREDIT. I KNOW AS A BEGINNER, FOR A HAM RADIO, I WOULD NEED A LICENCE, i KNOW THAT CB RADIO DOESN'T NEED A LICENCE AND IS LIMITED BANDS I CAN BE ON. IF I ATTACHED A GOOD ARIAL ON THE SIDE OF MY CAR OR WHERE EVER ITS USUALLY PUT, A VERY LONG ARIAL, WHAT ARIAL? DOES IT COME IN SECTIONS LIKE TELESCOPIC BUT SCREWED TOGETHER, ADDING LENGTH. HOW FAR IS THE FARTHEST I COULD REASONABLY EXPECT A CB RADIO TO REACH WITH A VERY GOOD ANTENNA? I KNOW MOUNTAINS WOULD BE A FACTOR, WHICH WOULD LIMIT THE DISTANCE , BUT IF I WAS ON OPEN SPACE WHAT WOULD I EXPECT FOR CLARITY AND DISTANCE. WHICH RADIO WOULD YOU CONSIDER TO BE A GOOD RADIO AND EASY TO USE. IF I WAS BUYING ONE I WOULD NEED LOTS OF ADVICE. SINCE I DON'T HAVE A RADIO I WAS PLANNING TO SPEND SOME TIME TO LEARN SOME ALPHABET AND CODES AND SEE HOW THAT GOES. READING A BOOK ON THIS SUBJECT IS LIKE READING A TV MANUAL. TO AN ORDINARY PERSON IT MAYBE EASY , TO ME THE BOOK WOULD BE AS USELESS AS AN ASHTRAY ON A MOTOR BIKE. ANY ADVICE GRATEFULLY APPRECIATED. PATRICIA
Well Patrizia, Ham Radio may not be the answer for you. There is a long learning curve. A VHF/UHF radio may not be able to reach a repeater to get help. Using any Ham Radio equipment requires a skill set and that takes time, effort. If I were you I would look for other answers. Sorry that I can't be more helpful. Regards, Jim
I had a massive Pulmonary Embolism attack and heart attack on November 1, 2016. I have not been able to work since that time. I must use oxygen part of the day. The cause of the PE has not been determined. My chances of surviving when I got to the ER were slim. I was very lucky in that the doctor was very good and so was the staff. I lost a bunch of lung capacity. I now have an aneurysm, a murmur, CHF stage 1, and as of last week, emphysema. I worked as a Building Inspector, Deputy Tax Assessor, Expert Witness, held a bunch of licenses and certs until I broke my neck in a fall from a roof. After that I manufactured antennas and had a ham radio website until I became unable to work at it. I am not an engineer. My degrees were in business. That is the story in a nutshell. 73, Jim
Thanks. That is probably never going to happen. It is just way too complicated. Thanks for the suggestion. I appreciate you offering an idea. Regards, Jim W6LG
I was just poking fun, but serious at the same time. ALL of this, and I mean ALL of it is so overwhelming. I am taking my Tech license exam on Tuesday evening. I haver the Yaesu FT-60 and have been listening in on local and not so local repeater traffic. I am fascinated by this and the process. A local HAM is setting up a club and trying to get a repeater set-up on a local water tower. I am VERY interested in any possible ARES activity for local emergency help but I am so overwhelmed by the equipment and the process. I Do NOT have a local mentor, yet but I need some help figuring out my start. can you help? 502-five five one-five nine six nine.
I can via email as shown on QRZ. I am not a 2 meter guy anymore. I hardly every use that band except for disaster situations. I guess I should buy one of those cheap handhelds on Amazon and see what they do. Get back to me on my email address with which transceiver you have on your list of things to buy. I also have some antennas for VHF mobile left over from when I closed the business due to health problems. More tests being done next week. So, my time is limited and so is my energy due to heart and lung problems. 73, Jim w6lg
I understand. I guess I need to actually get my Tech license and callsign before QRZ will let me contact you via email. Good luck on your tests. I am VERY interested in what you can teach me.
Dude your understanding of RF power is amazing. I'm a commercial electrician so I get electrical but RF is a whole nother rabbit whole. The visuals you provide with the lightbulbs and what not are invaluable to me. Thanks for this amazing channel
Great station on the mountain ! Wonderful narration in great detail of this station which must have been a labor of love building it over the years.
Awesome station Jim. Thanks a Million for sharing.
Denis VA3DCB.
Jim glad your back on the air, enjoyed your shack tour very much 73s from the UK
allways a pleasure jim great amp you didn,t have that on when i heared you talking to dj8bo, im ste in liverpool england you probably don,t remember it was a few months back just wanted to say hi and keep up the good work you do and lets see more videos soon 73 and stay safe from england 73
Jim I must say you have an awesome assortment of Amateur Radio equipment. I have an L-4B as well. It needs quite a bit of work and some cleaning I am sure. I have not used it in awhile. But, when I was using in the past it would put out quite a bit of power. 73, WA6TWJ Dave Mauldin Rough and Ready, CA. USA keep up the good work on your videos.
Hi Dave,
I should say, neighbor Dave. Check the caps AND the resistors across them in the PS. Likely, they should be replaced. Also, gradually heat up those tubes. I think you know about all of that already. Take care Dave. I am trying to recover from a massive pulmonary embolism and heart attack a year ago. I have good days and then some not so good days. The dozen doctors have found an aneurysm, murmur, reduced lung capacity, damaged portions of my lungs, leaking valve, heart failure and a whole list of other stuff that is wrong. 73, Jim
Great equipment and even better location. Really enjoying your videos.
Thank you. Due to illness I may have to leave here to be closer to our children. I have been selling off some equipment. It has been fun to use it and configure a station. 73, Jim
Jim: I've loved your videos, especially how you don't talk "over my head" as a relatively new ham. I got my General early in October and purchased a mobile Yaesu FT-891. Have you published a video about the basics of using an HF radio and what all the buttons, settings, etc. do on a rig? I'm specifically curious about how to reduce noise (the constant background scratching) and how to tune into a frequency when you get "close". Thx KI7EMX
I have not. But those are very good questions. I will think about how to do one about using an HF radio. Frankly, it is good question that I never thought about. Thanks! 73, Jim W6LG
Wow Jim, not only impressive but a well engineered station as well. Thanks for the Guided tour. 73, de WB4YAL John
Thanks John! The other side of the table is not so neat. I am working on that now when I feel well enough. 73, Jim W6LG
Glad you are doing better, had a scare myself 2 years ago...a day at a time...73.
Thanks for another great video, Jim! I'm planning to get my license soon and this video really helped
Also, if you remember when I commented on your video when you said in the comments you almost died, I'm mainframe productions, I have two different channels on one account so I may use either one when watching your videos
Please do get your license. We need more guys like you! 73, Jim ....thanks!!!!
Thanks for sharing Jim! Working on establishing a shack in our home and I gained some great ideas from yours. Hope to chat on the air some day! - 73's, KD0LDK
Nice video! Awesome station! Thanks for showing us around.
Jim: Thanks for another great video. Happy to see you up and about. What a wonderful shack. I would love to learn more about your cabling and antenna switching network. I find it is difficult to get practical recommendations for feedline management with towers and beams. Keep up the great work. KG7SHC
Thanks John. That is a very good subject for a video. Thanks, Jim
Jim w6lg my hobbys are painting pictures and lisining to shortwave and ssb iam thinking about getting my ham license I have 4 shortwave receivers
Thank you for the look, Sir. Seems overwhelming to a new Technician Class holder. KI5CSQ. Blessings to you.
You make a very good point. My station is a collection and culmination of almost 60 years. Also, I manufactured some ham radio equipment. The most important part of a station is the feedline and antenna (or more correctly the antenna system). You can have lots of fun with the basic equipment which includes a transceiver, mic, key antenna system and maybe a power supply. Don't be put off by my over the top stuff. I am, this morning, trying to finish much of the station at the new QTH so I can shoot video of what I have done. Just wiring eveything has taken weeks. Thanks JD & 73, Jim
Thanks for the nickle station tour, sounds like your doing better!
Thanks Jim, nice... Hope you are doing better.
Gorgeous set up at the old location... Do you miss this Location Jim,? I hope you got away from the fire areas out there I'm assuming
you look much better. glad ur doing well
JIMMY, Excellent job and glad to see you are doing well, next time I am visiting GR, I will stop by your QTH.. 73 Mike W9NVN
WA9NVN now W9NVN, how are you? I am about ready to have some visitors. It has been a slow recovery. Let's talk on the LL sometime soon. Great to hear from you. 73, Jim W6LG PS I miss our mutual friend Bob
Cozy shack. Love it. It's great to be you!
Very nice setup, Jim. I like to run SDR-Console with SdrPlay RSP-1 as a panadapter for my FTdx-3000. If you haven't tried it already, it's worth checking out, and it is free. Thanks for the tour! 73, Brett K5WXP
Jim you have a beautiful station . I'm going to be taking my technical license test in January any pointers on what my first radio maybe something dual band ?
Depending on your access to repeaters, I recommend getting on 2 meters right away and joining at least 1 club. Develop your style and LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN. Try and spend your money wisely and get the best rig you can find. Ask questions and have a blast!
Hi Jim, glad you are back up to snuff, there. Nice shack. 73, KC3BXZ Joe
Me and my cousin are going to a Swap meet in September 11 Sunday morning at 8 am in Milwaukee
Could you explain more about how you set up the spectrum analyzer? Is it completely separate to your transceiver, or are they linked together in some way?
Jim w6lg what a interesting hobby ham radio
Jim I just love the station. I just passed my general test back in October and I am building my station. I am looking at a Mosely cl33 tribander and wanted to get your opinion. ..I also love DX. thanks so much for your advice and I enjoy all your videos.
KB8YBG JIM
I had the CL33 and it worked great. Built to handle full power all day long. You will talk to the world with one of those antennas. Have fun Jim and thanks! 73, Jim W6LG
Interesting and nice shack.
I haven't been on the air since I lost all my antennas in December 99 ... (I know it's a long time).
But in 2 or 3 months I will put on the red light again! I worked only on DX (SSB) with a BA105 on 10m and a KT34XA on 21 an 14, with an Icom 751 (that I still have) pushing an Amp of my work based on a F6005 from Thomson (2500 HF W).
I work actually on my antennas now but it's difficult to find the good ones.
See you soon on air. 73 from F5OKE.
Excellent. I don't know the F6005. But if it is from Thomson, it should be very good. We have had good openings on 20 meters to France with many very strong. I hope to hear you soon. 73, Jim
Just found your videos this evening. I've had my Tec license for just about a year. I've not attempted to make any contacts. I purchased a handheld YAESU FT-60 with the components for a 2meter antennae which I have to sting across across my attic. I live in a community that does not allow anything out of the normal in our yards. Anyway, enjoying your videos and glad your back on the air. My questions is, since I'm new to Amateur Radio, most of the information your putting out is way over my head. Is there something else that I should be listening to for my skill level ?
Hi, You will learn. Just take your time and watch as many videos as you can. But, you need to upgrade to at least General and preferably Extra Class so that you can get on HF. There you can talk to guys around the country with an antenna in the attic. Talking to other hams will increase your knowledge. HF is a lot more enjoyable and fulfilling. 73, Jim W6LG
Thanks so much for your input, much appreciated. Stay well.
Nice station Jim - 73 Rich, K0PIR
Hi Jim, very nice shack. Could you make a video on your antenna farm? I think a lot of us would like to see where you get that big signal from. I like your comment on audio on the air about we are communicators not broadcasters. Thank you for all the great video's. 73 from WI. de N9OVR
Thanks. We I can walk outside, I hope to do some of that. Right now, I am pretty limited in what I can do. That could last another 7 months. Thanks for your support. 73, Jim
Could you please make a video about properly getting started in HAM radio? Or at least point us in the right direction?
I want to get into HAM radio, but I don't have a receiver and I cannot spend 200€ for something that might not interest me much personally.
Many other videos and articles say that you can get the Baofeng UV-5R or other similar handheld and that's all you need to get started. Would you agree with that? I feel too limited getting that because I can only use 2m and 70cm bands, but maybe it is enough. Maybe if I get a better, bigger antenna for use at home, I could get a bit better range, but would that be worth it?
Anyways, really nice video, keep up the great work!
I'm not sure how it is over in Europe, but I would start by listening to Ham's thru a scanner or scanner app (here in the US we have broadcastify which is great). Get yourself a book to prepare yourself for the test (i'm assuming your country has a test). You could probably check a book out at the library if you don't want to spend the cash but they shouldn't be expensive. Also, there is a book called Ham Radio for Dummies which might interest you. That's where I would start if I were you.
Mike L Thank you! That will help a lot!
nice..what antennas??
kc2pkn...boston ny
Jim w6lg I like your utube videos
Jim what type of yagi do you use on 20??
how you feeling Jim?
Hi Jim, question: why Elecraft transceiver?
Many years ago I sold ham radio gear at a store in Burbank California. At that store I really liked the Drake equipment. Elecraft reminder me of Drake gear decades back. It was reliable, hard working, never failed. In the last two months I have purchased new a Yaesu FTDX101d and the Icom IC-7610. I did sell some of the Elecraft. I still have one K3 and the matching P3 that I want to sell. 73, Jim W6LG
Jim, thanks you to come back to me, very interesting. So now that you mentioned that have new rig’s (Yaesu and Icom) what about the Elecraft K4D or K4HD?
I like your video, There are all helpful, thanks you for your contributions in the Art.
Hi, Jim my callsign is WP4PUR, do you have a email that I can reach you. Thanks 73’
HI JIM , I AM AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SCALE FOR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT RADIO'S.
I FEEL DAUNTED BY THE AMOUNT OF STUFF TO KNOW JUST TO GET STARTED, i'D LOVE TO HAVE A RADIO AND WHILE NOT PARTICULARLY INTERESTED IN TALKING TO PEOPLE I DON'T KNOW WOULD LOVE TO HAVE IT FOR EMERGENCIES, I LIVE WHEN ON HOLIDAYS, IN AN AREA THAT FREQUENTLY HAS EARTHQUAKES, ANOTHER REASON TO WANT A RADIO IS FOR TRAVELING, IF I'M A LONE AND RUN IN TO A PROBLEM WITH A CAR, ITS GOOD TO HAVE SOME KIND OF BACK UP THAT DOESN'T NEED CREDIT.
I KNOW AS A BEGINNER, FOR A HAM RADIO, I WOULD NEED A LICENCE, i KNOW THAT CB RADIO
DOESN'T NEED A LICENCE AND IS LIMITED BANDS I CAN BE ON. IF I ATTACHED A GOOD ARIAL ON THE SIDE OF MY CAR OR WHERE EVER ITS USUALLY PUT, A VERY LONG ARIAL, WHAT ARIAL? DOES IT COME IN SECTIONS LIKE TELESCOPIC BUT SCREWED TOGETHER, ADDING LENGTH.
HOW FAR IS THE FARTHEST I COULD REASONABLY EXPECT A CB RADIO TO REACH WITH A VERY GOOD ANTENNA? I KNOW MOUNTAINS WOULD BE A FACTOR, WHICH WOULD LIMIT THE DISTANCE , BUT IF I WAS ON OPEN SPACE WHAT WOULD I EXPECT FOR CLARITY AND DISTANCE. WHICH RADIO WOULD YOU CONSIDER TO BE A GOOD RADIO AND EASY TO USE. IF I WAS BUYING ONE I WOULD NEED LOTS OF ADVICE.
SINCE I DON'T HAVE A RADIO I WAS PLANNING TO SPEND SOME TIME TO LEARN SOME ALPHABET AND CODES AND SEE HOW THAT GOES.
READING A BOOK ON THIS SUBJECT IS LIKE READING A TV MANUAL. TO AN ORDINARY PERSON IT MAYBE EASY , TO ME THE BOOK WOULD BE AS USELESS AS AN ASHTRAY ON A MOTOR BIKE. ANY ADVICE GRATEFULLY APPRECIATED.
PATRICIA
Well Patrizia, Ham Radio may not be the answer for you. There is a long learning curve. A VHF/UHF radio may not be able to reach a repeater to get help. Using any Ham Radio equipment requires a skill set and that takes time, effort. If I were you I would look for other answers. Sorry that I can't be more helpful. Regards, Jim
Not a problem, cheers
Great Video!
Jim what did you do as a career in your time, if you don’t mine me asking.? Thanks
I had a massive Pulmonary Embolism attack and heart attack on November 1, 2016. I have not been able to work since that time. I must use oxygen part of the day. The cause of the PE has not been determined. My chances of surviving when I got to the ER were slim. I was very lucky in that the doctor was very good and so was the staff. I lost a bunch of lung capacity. I now have an aneurysm, a murmur, CHF stage 1, and as of last week, emphysema. I worked as a Building Inspector, Deputy Tax Assessor, Expert Witness, held a bunch of licenses and certs until I broke my neck in a fall from a roof. After that I manufactured antennas and had a ham radio website until I became unable to work at it. I am not an engineer. My degrees were in business. That is the story in a nutshell. 73, Jim
Wow. I suggest labeling your equipment (dials, switches, and such) in case of emergencies and someone else has to use your station.
Thanks. That is probably never going to happen. It is just way too complicated. Thanks for the suggestion. I appreciate you offering an idea. Regards, Jim W6LG
You never do QRP do ya?
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These are "BASICS?" Smh,
My station is 55 years of collecting and improving. It is not a basic station. That station has been shown in other videos. Thanks for asking. 73, Jim
I was just poking fun, but serious at the same time. ALL of this, and I mean ALL of it is so overwhelming. I am taking my Tech license exam on Tuesday evening. I haver the Yaesu FT-60 and have been listening in on local and not so local repeater traffic. I am fascinated by this and the process. A local HAM is setting up a club and trying to get a repeater set-up on a local water tower. I am VERY interested in any possible ARES activity for local emergency help but I am so overwhelmed by the equipment and the process. I Do NOT have a local mentor, yet but I need some help figuring out my start. can you help? 502-five five one-five nine six nine.
I can via email as shown on QRZ. I am not a 2 meter guy anymore. I hardly every use that band except for disaster situations. I guess I should buy one of those cheap handhelds on Amazon and see what they do. Get back to me on my email address with which transceiver you have on your list of things to buy. I also have some antennas for VHF mobile left over from when I closed the business due to health problems. More tests being done next week. So, my time is limited and so is my energy due to heart and lung problems. 73, Jim w6lg
I understand. I guess I need to actually get my Tech license and callsign before QRZ will let me contact you via email. Good luck on your tests. I am VERY interested in what you can teach me.