Working to build a DIY Offgrid Box. I’ve labeled the prototype R.A.I.N. (Remote Access Information Network) if you are interested in an offgrid box take some ideas from my box and run with them! I’m trying to get people more knowledgable as I go along!
Looking to get people involved with DIY Offgrid boxes and would love for y’all to checkout the R.A.I.N.! Maybe you guys could take the ideas and run with them!
Driving around doing digital comms and also HF voice is completely feasible on a daily basis. You form your group and use those channels and methods full time and others will visit and become great on air friends and family. You doing a good job creating fun comms for the adventurous off grid lifestyles folks will be encountering .
i have been in the IT field for 20 years now and finally started getting into radio stuff about 2019 or so. there is for sure a benefit to being into tech before trying to get into radio, anyways it seems as if we are blazing a similar path but you are always several steps ahead of me. appreciate the videos
Cheers to another IT professional. It was easier coming into radio with a technical background, especially when it comes to digital modes. They are a pain and I'm not quite sure how non techies navigate the digital mode radio landscape. It's a nerd fest. TGIF from AZ.
Your vehicle is one half of a Dipole. As a long haul truck driver I spent over 90% of my time HF mobile. Far more time then most hams, so I was able to experiment a lot. You get a lower take off angle on your signal in the direction of the most metal and a higher angle in the direction of the least amount. When I was hooked to the trailer with my antenna on the right mirror my contacts where longer in the direction of my trailer was pointed and closer to the front. (Signal pattern of an L shaped dipole) When I disconnect from my trailer my distance got shorter. (I used Hustler, Hamsticks, Tarheal , and the ATAS120 antennas) You have a short wheel base Jeep and add fact you have a short whip with a large coil low the the Earth mounted to the side of the Jeep is why you are getting a more NVIS signal. If you tried a longer whip with no coil and a tuner or a tuned Hamstick you would most likely have to tilt the antenna. Other factors that could affect you signal are is the ground dry or wet . Is it raining or has it not rained in weeks/months . Is it sandy, Clay or soil. Are there any metals (i.e. Iron, Copper etc) burred under you. A lot of people That do POTA with a vertical whip(i.e. Chameleon Mil. Whip) find that multiple radials in all directions work better then 1 in one direction. If you mount your antenna dead center of your Jeep you will get less on a high take off angle . If you would like i could give you some simple experiments to test my theory.
vehicle mounted comms is one of the things im working on my self. i like taking my bronco out and going camping with all the time. dont get me wrong i love my man packs but i find myself using them on the tailgate of my bronco alot.
You've got some of the best content on radio I've seen. Love how practical it all is. I've been wanting to get into radio with an actual prepper mindset and you're showing us how. I know you were doing a series on secure comms with dmr and I think that answered what I've been thinking about and that is secure comms with hf for longer than regional comms.
I don't know if it is a format, but thanks. It's more like...lack of a format. I just wanted to share everything that I have going on, but did not have time to make a regular video.
I have my first HF Rig a TS 120 and my 897 and my 817 as my only HF rigs..I think the 897 is the best looking HF rig still to this day .. Really enjoy your videos 😁
Thank you for sharing your experience. I feel like I have been living under a rock. I love the performance, build quality, low profile design, price point, and ease of tuning. I'm selling my ATAS-120A and getting a few more Hustler Resonators. I can't believe that this company has been around since the 50s.
Great video as always! That's the surprising thing about antennas: sometimes they act completely opposite of how they should theoretically work. Thanks for the videos.
Once again great video... I'm using that antenna mounting behind the tire on my wife's jeep. We've been using it for about 5 years now with one problem requiring me to replace the cable. My recommendation is don't tie the cable to the stock jeep wiring harness. Instead, make a drop loop. Opening and closing the rear door bends the stock wiring harness back and forth being especially hard on the coax...
I have a hustler antenna set up with an auto tuner, consider a long wire, I use ace hardware clothes line with a 3/8 ring connector soldered to one end, a modified coupling nut 3/8-24 holds it on the stud when you remove the hustler coil. Length around 70ft if you like 40m
I'm still holding out hope for you and your love for the IC-705 :). It really is a great radio. I've been testing out the new Mobilinkd TNC4 with WoAD on my VX-7R and IC-705. They work excellent together. Mobile, I am running the Kenwood 710GA, another excellent radio. Good to see your channel progressing, content is excellent.
WoAD is in Early access, so I don't think it's an apples to apples comparison. Josh KI6NAZ has a video on RadioMail. I don't use apple. But watching his video, RadioMail seems more polished currently. There's also a favorites section for packet servers, which WoAD doesn't have right now. I would suggest watching a few videos on the differences between RadioMail and WoAD. Packet works great with the tnc4.@@PaumanokSupplyCo
A few things, 1) Icom 705 users never sweat. 2) Janky is something that has to be resolved genetically. Tolerance can not be accumulated. It's inherited. 3) You will make soooo many users that actually love the radio you hate, VERY happy! Thanks for your effort and accommodations on this popular model. Remember, 1911 users thought that Glock you love was too janky too. Now they wear those G19s everywhere!
I have a lily go T deck coming in and a Quansheng UV-K5. I picked them up to show the BIARC club (big island amateur radio club) since so many things are changing. I doubt I'll be transmitting with the Quansheng much, but I look forward to testing some of the text messaging that's been put into some of the cooked software. That and i wanna see if they've improved their radios like some of the other radio brands. I'm putting together a few presentations, and I still have to cobble together a video with the footage from our failed POTA activation at volcano national park. Keep up the awesome work, brother. 🤙🏾
Even a Tech can enjoy the 10 Meter band, if you have an HF radio. And 10 Meters is still wide open, right now! I have been a Tech, for 30 years, and am just now studying to get my General license. There is a lot you can enjoy as a tech, especially using the internet with digital modes.
You called it as part of the 2024 objectives and we are well on the way to ratcheting the tools, techniques, and procedures (TTP) up several notches! Excellent stuff. 73 kc8owl
nice setup for the Jeep. I use the Overhead Molle Rack from A.A.L. in my Jeep JLUR. never understood the "unboxing videos". everyone knows how to open a box.
A lot of hams have a surface understanding of how antennas work. Some of us know enough that we feel like it's chaotic magic that follows some rules and you should just try with what you have and see if it works. A very few hams have a deep understanding of how antennas work. "Try it and see" should be the motto for anyone making antennas.
The theory is good, but I have personally seen that there is some wiggle room. Everything is not black and white. Experiment and form your own conclusions. Take care.
I love the content and all the knowledge and skills you're sharing. I just wish I was better with computers so I could fully grasp the more technical stuff you're doing, specifically the programming stuff with emcomm tools. I've got JS8 figured out at a basic level but the rest of it not so much haha
Great short video. I really enjoy your videos more when you don’t read from a script. Would you buy the same Panasonic today or is there anything else you can recommend? Perhaps you already did a video on toughbooks? Keep up the good work ❤
No noted. TTP in real life. Thanks for letting me know. Cheers. These days I still recommend the Panasonic CF-20 Mk2 and the FZ-M1 Mk2 with iKey keyboard.
@@TheTechPrepper Thanks, I got the video response faster than expected. It may not be a good choice for my old eyes, so your cons where much appreciated as well. But it is really hard to resist that "Buy now"-button at times. Keep up the good work 🙂
You're probably already aware, but Near Vertical antenna orientation, as opposed to vertical, also makes it difficult for someone to locate the transmitter. The signal appears to be coming from everywhere as the RF is being reflected back from the ionosphere.. BTW, thanks! I've subscribed and looking forward to future videos!
Thanks for mentioning this in the comments. Yes, I'm aware. This one of things that appealed to me about NVIS outside of the regional coverage. The military literature does a great job of calling this out. Welcome!
Can you show how you run your coax into the cab? I'm looking for a black antenna for my truck with the same fender mount for 40. Any ideas? Besides painting. Thanks
Hello from down the freeway at I 17 and Jomax. I really like your videos and I’m very interested and communication if the grid goes down. I’m also interested in Lora communication I’m looking forward to watching the rest of the videos
First, you can never have too much coffee. Second, I have never met an antenna that has read a tech manual on how they "should" operate. Tech info is a great starting point. But it usually needs some "fixing" to get it to work.
Great video. Love watching the progress. I’m a newer tech and actually looking at the 705 so that I can have one radio for HF-70cm basically covered and have my HT as a backup and it would give me a adequate (I think) start for my shack. Doing double duty and be fairly easy to pack up for man pack ops. Your thoughts?
You’ll not regret purchasing a 705 at all. It is in my opinion the best portable radio on the market based on what all it is capable of. I have it and several other Yaesu radios and I always walk out the door with the 705.
Ok. Good stuff... but what if you don't want to get in the "weeds" of it all or be completly off grid and just wanted a solution for you and your immediate family to be able to communicate (within a city) in the case of emergency? Like something that could be kept in a emergency kit in your vehicle(s) and not have to do alot (or any) vehicle modifications...?
Awesome, awesome but a little complicated, can you make a step by step guide for build a basic system like this ? Also known Rattlegram but I’d like a system with cables and programs for pc linked to radio or a baofeng. Thanks very much 💪😎
Could someone use a surface pro computer in place of your Panasonic? I am just getting into this stuff and have a surface pro already. I would love to listen to how you are using the Intertie. I am able to reach Farnsworth Peak and join in.
It's relies on infrastructure that I don't control. The satellites are controlled by some other third-party. Don't get me wrong, I use the Garmin InReach Mini in the field, too. It's nice to have multiple modes of communication. Great question.
Unfortunately, there is no in between unless you want to try going down the satellite device/phone route. However, you are still dependent on someone else's infrastructure.
There are no phones involved here. The operator on the other end has a similar setup as myself. This requires an HF transceiver and a computer on both ends. There is no infrastructure here. It's a radio signal that I am shooting out into space
I picked this up from a hamfest last year for a great price. The box says FT-857D. I have 60m capabilities. It's one of my favorite NVIS bands. Sadly, I think that we are going to lose 60m as amateurs.
This should just be general knowledge to know all around regardless of a license. When everything goes down and this is the only line of communication how many are actually going to have a license or the knowledge on how to operate these things. Let’s be real here. How many family members are going to actually sign up to study and learn and take the test. When everything goes to crap the license means nothing but the knowledge isn’t known.
That's fair. It all depends on what gear you need. I trail run in the deserr woth my gear during the summer. It would break out hear. Also the touch screen does not work with dirt and sweat on your hands.
I see. In your situation, you are a bit tougher on your equipment. That's fair too. The 705 is a good radio, but not a good radio to bounce off rocks. 😂
There are alternatives to get in some what cheaper using alternate radios (the QDX from QRP labs), but the total setup will still run around $500. Keep in mind that most people will not give a second thought to spending $500+ on a rifle. Tools are expensive.
There is a reason the Hustler antennas have been around since the 1960's... they work and are rugged. They work well for NVIS due to the vehicle being part of the radiating system. Its not a "ground", but rather the other half of the antenna.
I'm a tech consultant. It's 5-days a week. It's actually the fewest hours that I've worked in years. When I first started consulting in 2008, the work weeks were 65 to 80 hours with travel. If you count this side work on all things TTP, it's 80+. I can't complain as I enjoy sharing the ride with you and the community.
Hey, brother. I'm local. Could I buy you a coffee for real sometime? I'd love to pick your brain! You certainly simplified a lot for me in your videos and I wanted to say thanks!
Genuine question: how much will this matter in a true SHTF situation? How many people have enough equipment to make this worthwhile? What will they provide to you and vice versa. I mean, I'm imagining "Hey, things suck here." "Yeah, things suck here too." Minus mass adoption, so what? What am I missing?
I really like your channel. I’m an outdoorsman first and ham radio is a tool. But, please don’t try to be like notarubiconbutthole and start a derogatory term like “hamsters”. There are a lot of us like you that are into emcom ! Good stuff!!
I had a rough go with the hams my first two years on the air. I need to get over it and drop the hamster tagline as I have run into mostly good hams the last 4 years.
Like how you are geared to Off Grid Comms avoiding relying on the internet
Working to build a DIY Offgrid Box. I’ve labeled the prototype R.A.I.N. (Remote Access Information Network) if you are interested in an offgrid box take some ideas from my box and run with them! I’m trying to get people more knowledgable as I go along!
The F.R.O.G "field radio operator group" finds a lot of value in your videos. Keep up the great work.
More details please on your group? More coming.
Oh tell us more about this. 😮
We are a FB group that promotes field ops NOT just POTA. We do events off the grid and meet ups every so often.
Looking to get people involved with DIY Offgrid boxes and would love for y’all to checkout the R.A.I.N.! Maybe you guys could take the ideas and run with them!
@@CorbTheCoinBoi what does rain stand for?
Driving around doing digital comms and also HF voice is completely feasible on a daily basis. You form your group and use those channels and methods full time and others will visit and become great on air friends and family. You doing a good job creating fun comms for the adventurous off grid lifestyles folks will be encountering .
Appreciate you taking the Time to Teach, Document, edit and Upload…
It’s Super Rad..🤙🏻
I'm learning just like everyone else. It's great being able share the whole experience,
i have been in the IT field for 20 years now and finally started getting into radio stuff about 2019 or so. there is for sure a benefit to being into tech before trying to get into radio, anyways it seems as if we are blazing a similar path but you are always several steps ahead of me. appreciate the videos
Cheers to another IT professional. It was easier coming into radio with a technical background, especially when it comes to digital modes. They are a pain and I'm not quite sure how non techies navigate the digital mode radio landscape. It's a nerd fest. TGIF from AZ.
As always thank you. You have made tremendous in-roads on your comms. Your work has meant a easier and quicker route for people like myself.
Glad to help! I am just sharing what I am doing.
Your vehicle is one half of a Dipole. As a long haul truck driver I spent over 90% of my time HF mobile. Far more time then most hams, so I was able to experiment a lot. You get a lower take off angle on your signal in the direction of the most metal and a higher angle in the direction of the least amount. When I was hooked to the trailer with my antenna on the right mirror my contacts where longer in the direction of my trailer was pointed and closer to the front. (Signal pattern of an L shaped dipole) When I disconnect from my trailer my distance got shorter. (I used Hustler, Hamsticks, Tarheal , and the ATAS120 antennas) You have a short wheel base Jeep and add fact you have a short whip with a large coil low the the Earth mounted to the side of the Jeep is why you are getting a more NVIS signal. If you tried a longer whip with no coil and a tuner or a tuned Hamstick you would most likely have to tilt the antenna. Other factors that could affect you signal are is the ground dry or wet . Is it raining or has it not rained in weeks/months . Is it sandy, Clay or soil. Are there any metals (i.e. Iron, Copper etc) burred under you. A lot of people That do POTA with a vertical whip(i.e. Chameleon Mil. Whip) find that multiple radials in all directions work better then 1 in one direction. If you mount your antenna dead center of your Jeep you will get less on a high take off angle . If you would like i could give you some simple experiments to test my theory.
vehicle mounted comms is one of the things im working on my self. i like taking my bronco out and going camping with all the time. dont get me wrong i love my man packs but i find myself using them on the tailgate of my bronco alot.
You've got some of the best content on radio I've seen. Love how practical it all is. I've been wanting to get into radio with an actual prepper mindset and you're showing us how. I know you were doing a series on secure comms with dmr and I think that answered what I've been thinking about and that is secure comms with hf for longer than regional comms.
This channel is all about practical comms. It's great being able to share the ride with everyone.
Exciting stuff! Can't wait to see more on the Hustler antenna.
спасибо, хорошая работа.
Cool video format. 🤝
I don't know if it is a format, but thanks. It's more like...lack of a format. I just wanted to share everything that I have going on, but did not have time to make a regular video.
I have my first HF Rig a TS 120 and my 897 and my 817 as my only HF rigs..I think the 897 is the best looking HF rig still to this day .. Really enjoy your videos 😁
I been using Hustler loading coils since 1980's on my mobiles, the 80m coil works very well for skeds on my SOTA journeys on the way out to summits.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I feel like I have been living under a rock. I love the performance, build quality, low profile design, price point, and ease of tuning. I'm selling my ATAS-120A and getting a few more Hustler Resonators. I can't believe that this company has been around since the 50s.
Great video as always! That's the surprising thing about antennas: sometimes they act completely opposite of how they should theoretically work. Thanks for the videos.
Once again great video...
I'm using that antenna mounting behind the tire on my wife's jeep.
We've been using it for about 5 years now with one problem requiring me to replace the cable.
My recommendation is don't tie the cable to the stock jeep wiring harness. Instead, make a drop loop. Opening and closing the rear door bends the stock wiring harness back and forth being especially hard on the coax...
Brilliant videos as usual. Thanks and we are looking forward to the next one. From Hillwalking Radio Club
Nice job man!! Hustler makes some solid stuff.
I have a hustler antenna set up with an auto tuner, consider a long wire, I use ace hardware clothes line with a 3/8 ring connector soldered to one end, a modified coupling nut 3/8-24 holds it on the stud when you remove the hustler coil. Length around 70ft if you like 40m
Thank you for all of your hard work. I like PSK 31 because it can send more info in real time than JS8 call.
Excellent work my friend, thanks for posting. 73 from VK3 land.
I'm still holding out hope for you and your love for the IC-705 :). It really is a great radio. I've been testing out the new Mobilinkd TNC4 with WoAD on my VX-7R and IC-705. They work excellent together. Mobile, I am running the Kenwood 710GA, another excellent radio. Good to see your channel progressing, content is excellent.
Hey, question, how does W0AD compare with such apps as RadioMail for iOS ?
WoAD is in Early access, so I don't think it's an apples to apples comparison. Josh KI6NAZ has a video on RadioMail. I don't use apple. But watching his video, RadioMail seems more polished currently. There's also a favorites section for packet servers, which WoAD doesn't have right now. I would suggest watching a few videos on the differences between RadioMail and WoAD. Packet works great with the tnc4.@@PaumanokSupplyCo
A few things,
1) Icom 705 users never sweat.
2) Janky is something that has to be resolved genetically. Tolerance can not be accumulated. It's inherited.
3) You will make soooo many users that actually love the radio you hate, VERY happy!
Thanks for your effort and accommodations on this popular model.
Remember, 1911 users thought that Glock you love was too janky too. Now they wear those G19s everywhere!
Keep up the great work!
New guy here bro, saw you on Josh’s show. Great work man! Love the info!
Welcome! That was an old episode with Josh, but I am glad you found the channel. More coming.
I will be watching this progress as the main radio I use in the field for comms is the IC-705
Nice work, gonna have to check out that Hustler myself.
You are doing a great job G-Man! Thanks!
Thank you, sir. I wish there was more time. Expect a lot of innovation in the next few months.
I have a lily go T deck coming in and a Quansheng UV-K5. I picked them up to show the BIARC club (big island amateur radio club) since so many things are changing. I doubt I'll be transmitting with the Quansheng much, but I look forward to testing some of the text messaging that's been put into some of the cooked software. That and i wanna see if they've improved their radios like some of the other radio brands. I'm putting together a few presentations, and I still have to cobble together a video with the footage from our failed POTA activation at volcano national park.
Keep up the awesome work, brother. 🤙🏾
1:08 - just got my Technician License, so I will have to study way more to be allowed to use this feature... :/ Great video as always!
Congrats on your license. That's a great first step. I highly encourage you to upgrade to General. HF opens up a lot of capabilities. Good luck!
Even a Tech can enjoy the 10 Meter band, if you have an HF radio. And 10 Meters is still wide open, right now!
I have been a Tech, for 30 years, and am just now studying to get my General license. There is a lot you can enjoy as a tech, especially using the internet with digital modes.
Great stuff!!! Excited to see the progress
More to come! I appreciate the support. The vehicle-based operation is going to be a game changer.
Do you see much utility in aprs? Or just stick to normal voice for vhf/uhf, and focus the digital to hf?
You called it as part of the 2024 objectives and we are well on the way to ratcheting the tools, techniques, and procedures (TTP) up several notches! Excellent stuff. 73 kc8owl
This year is all about focus. Thanks for all your support on the training front.
I was going to suggest two of those hustlers set up as a dipole above the roof of your Jeep for NVIS
nice setup for the Jeep. I use the Overhead Molle Rack from A.A.L. in my Jeep JLUR.
never understood the "unboxing videos". everyone knows how to open a box.
Man, this had me rolling. You're right. Everyone does know how to open a box. Use your stuff, then talk about it. Cheers!
A lot of hams have a surface understanding of how antennas work. Some of us know enough that we feel like it's chaotic magic that follows some rules and you should just try with what you have and see if it works. A very few hams have a deep understanding of how antennas work. "Try it and see" should be the motto for anyone making antennas.
The theory is good, but I have personally seen that there is some wiggle room. Everything is not black and white. Experiment and form your own conclusions. Take care.
KC8OWL...the "APRS Thursday" lead?! Keep up the great innovative work...nobody watching your videos should be bored. 73 KJ4MZ
Yes, the very same. He's runs the APRS Thursday net. We'll be doing checkins via HF JS8 next Thursday.
Man i cant keep up😮😮😮 i cant wait to see your experience with the hustler antenna set up...
I would like to see more vehicular mobile setups and applications. Thanks.
I love the content and all the knowledge and skills you're sharing. I just wish I was better with computers so I could fully grasp the more technical stuff you're doing, specifically the programming stuff with emcomm tools. I've got JS8 figured out at a basic level but the rest of it not so much haha
Great short video. I really enjoy your videos more when you don’t read from a script. Would you buy the same Panasonic today or is there anything else you can recommend? Perhaps you already did a video on toughbooks? Keep up the good work ❤
No noted. TTP in real life. Thanks for letting me know. Cheers. These days I still recommend the Panasonic CF-20 Mk2 and the FZ-M1 Mk2 with iKey keyboard.
@@TheTechPrepper Thanks, I got the video response faster than expected. It may not be a good choice for my old eyes, so your cons where much appreciated as well. But it is really hard to resist that "Buy now"-button at times. Keep up the good work
🙂
are these lap tops computers the only ones that are 12 volts? also Have a jeep jl but getting an JL soon
You're probably already aware, but Near Vertical antenna orientation, as opposed to vertical, also makes it difficult for someone to locate the transmitter. The signal appears to be coming from everywhere as the RF is being reflected back from the ionosphere..
BTW, thanks! I've subscribed and looking forward to future videos!
Thanks for mentioning this in the comments. Yes, I'm aware. This one of things that appealed to me about NVIS outside of the regional coverage. The military literature does a great job of calling this out. Welcome!
Awesome content! Thank you! #TTP
God bless.
Can you show how you run your coax into the cab? I'm looking for a black antenna for my truck with the same fender mount for 40. Any ideas? Besides painting. Thanks
Hello from down the freeway at I 17 and Jomax. I really like your videos and I’m very interested and communication if the grid goes down. I’m also interested in Lora communication I’m looking forward to watching the rest of the videos
Cheers to another local!
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it!
First, you can never have too much coffee.
Second, I have never met an antenna that has read a tech manual on how they "should" operate. Tech info is a great starting point. But it usually needs some "fixing" to get it to work.
I really wish these antennas would hurry up and learn to read. ;-)
Great video. Love watching the progress. I’m a newer tech and actually looking at the 705 so that I can have one radio for HF-70cm basically covered and have my HT as a backup and it would give me a adequate (I think) start for my shack. Doing double duty and be fairly easy to pack up for man pack ops. Your thoughts?
You’ll not regret purchasing a 705 at all. It is in my opinion the best portable radio on the market based on what all it is capable of. I have it and several other Yaesu radios and I always walk out the door with the 705.
Ok. Good stuff... but what if you don't want to get in the "weeds" of it all or be completly off grid and just wanted a solution for you and your immediate family to be able to communicate (within a city) in the case of emergency?
Like something that could be kept in a emergency kit in your vehicle(s) and not have to do alot (or any) vehicle modifications...?
Do you think the icom7300 will work since your doing the 705 now? I believe they are the same firmware? I could be wrong..
Driving on the road, filming with a phone, and looking at a laptop screen. Solid play.
Most cops do it.
I like your style. Thanks, Kate. Your comment put a smile on my face. Happy Easter.
Awesome, awesome but a little complicated, can you make a step by step guide for build a basic system like this ? Also known Rattlegram but I’d like a system with cables and programs for pc linked to radio or a baofeng. Thanks very much 💪😎
Cool, I run digital mobile often
Could someone use a surface pro computer in place of your Panasonic? I am just getting into this stuff and have a surface pro already. I would love to listen to how you are using the Intertie. I am able to reach Farnsworth Peak and join in.
Love this but serious question. Why not wait a few more months until txt via satellite using your normal phone?
It's relies on infrastructure that I don't control. The satellites are controlled by some other third-party. Don't get me wrong, I use the Garmin InReach Mini in the field, too. It's nice to have multiple modes of communication. Great question.
Yes. Redundancy. I think multiple options as well. If one goes down there are backups. @@TheTechPrepper
In regards to the FZ-M1, which MK generation do you use or prefer? Thank you!
The Mk2. I have never used an Mk3 as the prices have not dropped yet on the secondary market.
Thank you for the response! Keep up the glorious work you are doing on here.@@TheTechPrepper
Are the programs in packages you talk about able to run on an x86 platform?
Yes, these all run x86.
The skill gap and price between normal ham 2M simplex and this stuff seems to have such a large learning curve. Where is the in between the 2?
Unfortunately, there is no in between unless you want to try going down the satellite device/phone route. However, you are still dependent on someone else's infrastructure.
Wen you say text messaging dos that communicate with sim card cell phone ?
There are no phones involved here. The operator on the other end has a similar setup as myself. This requires an HF transceiver and a computer on both ends. There is no infrastructure here. It's a radio signal that I am shooting out into space
How can I become a silver member?
you need tmux for all those cli windows
This system will all be touch-based. The keyboard and terminal will not be required soon.
@TheTechPrepper I was talking about you dev machine with the big monitor. Once you learn how to use tmux (its easy), you'll love it.
How are you displaying 4 screens on one monitor? Are you using 4 computers?
Is it wise to post your address on the internet/airwaves?
Nice. I have an FT-897D. I see yours lacks the D. Just means 60 meter is lacking I think.
I picked this up from a hamfest last year for a great price. The box says FT-857D. I have 60m capabilities. It's one of my favorite NVIS bands. Sadly, I think that we are going to lose 60m as amateurs.
This should just be general knowledge to know all around regardless of a license. When everything goes down and this is the only line of communication how many are actually going to have a license or the knowledge on how to operate these things. Let’s be real here. How many family members are going to actually sign up to study and learn and take the test. When everything goes to crap the license means nothing but the knowledge isn’t known.
Not sure I agree with you about the 705. Hard to say a "shack in a box" in that size isn't good enough. Still gave you a thumbs up.
That's fair. It all depends on what gear you need. I trail run in the deserr woth my gear during the summer. It would break out hear. Also the touch screen does not work with dirt and sweat on your hands.
I see. In your situation, you are a bit tougher on your equipment. That's fair too. The 705 is a good radio, but not a good radio to bounce off rocks. 😂
@@KI7JOM Exactly. I do like the modern features on the 705. If it was a 20 watt rig, it would have given me some serious food-for-thought.
That is a great setup and great vid but, my problem is that not everyone has the $$$$ to spend on something like this.
There are alternatives to get in some what cheaper using alternate radios (the QDX from QRP labs), but the total setup will still run around $500. Keep in mind that most people will not give a second thought to spending $500+ on a rifle. Tools are expensive.
There is a reason the Hustler antennas have been around since the 1960's... they work and are rugged. They work well for NVIS due to the vehicle being part of the radiating system. Its not a "ground", but rather the other half of the antenna.
“really amped up on coffee”-Encouraging us to “Buy me a coffee.” Hahahahahahahaha!! (BTW-I’m a BMaC supporter. LOL.)
Thanks for the support. I had two pots in the tank on this one. Way too much coffee this early on Saturday. More coming.
People who say "Texting and Driving is dangerous"! Has apparently never done any Ham Radio, while driving! 🙄
10 hour day job? I hope it’s a four day work week! I’ve been through the mill of working 40 hours a week and being 24 hours on call for LE repeaters.
I'm a tech consultant. It's 5-days a week. It's actually the fewest hours that I've worked in years. When I first started consulting in 2008, the work weeks were 65 to 80 hours with travel. If you count this side work on all things TTP, it's 80+. I can't complain as I enjoy sharing the ride with you and the community.
Hey, brother. I'm local. Could I buy you a coffee for real sometime? I'd love to pick your brain! You certainly simplified a lot for me in your videos and I wanted to say thanks!
"Get read now!" lol
Haha. Thanks for catching the typo. I would have never noticed.
Genuine question: how much will this matter in a true SHTF situation? How many people have enough equipment to make this worthwhile? What will they provide to you and vice versa. I mean, I'm imagining "Hey, things suck here." "Yeah, things suck here too." Minus mass adoption, so what? What am I missing?
sure would be amazing if all of this was done in Linux instead of windows.
This is all running on a heavily customized version of Linux.
@TheTechPrepper oh really!! That's brilliant.. now your talking.
I really like your channel. I’m an outdoorsman first and ham radio is a tool. But, please don’t try to be like notarubiconbutthole and start a derogatory term like “hamsters”.
There are a lot of us like you that are into emcom ! Good stuff!!
I had a rough go with the hams my first two years on the air. I need to get over it and drop the hamster tagline as I have run into mostly good hams the last 4 years.
Repeater CAN fail