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Last ping I saw on APRS.fi
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You’re off to a great start TOM … CONGRATS!
Thanks Mike
Hi Abby
You did a great job running net control tonight.
Ray KC1EDJ
Derry NH
Here is a kit that provides an external “SON OF ZEROBEAT” detector.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIPiCmpwJu0
The colored LEDs add to the effect….
Note that there is also a somewhat more refined version of the circuit called “GRANDFATHER OF ZEROBEAT”
Enjoy 😉
I will be attending the sota/pots event. Still working on what equipment I will be bringing!
Thanks, Tom Walsh KC1GGP
Good morning folks,
I will be attending the Sota / Pota event,
I will forward you a list of gear I will be bringing.
Thank you,
Al
KC1FOZ
Patrick —
Are you concerned about the antenna performance or lightning protection?
I have numerous antennas, wire and otherwise, and I disconnect them all if there is any threat of lightning.
For the Yeasu 817 — I’m assuming you have an external power supply for power, which is likely grounded via the ac line (assuming it has a 3-prong ac power plug). Also, the low side of the 12v line to the Yeasu is very likely connected to the Yeasu chassis, so by default, your probably already grounded via the ac mains. However, that won’t protect you from lightning.
Best bet is keep the radio/powersupply grounded via the ac mains and disconnect the antenna in the face of eminent lightning. I think you’ll find many hams that disconnect their antennas during thunder storms….
Best, Mike H. K1VLB
The 2017 Learning Morse Code (CW) Lesson 3 presentation material is attached.
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