Bad Fuses
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- Written by: G. Wolfe - KI0KK
YouTube Video by Tom, WA2IVD
Tom tests the characteristics of blade fuses used by many hams. The surprising results for cheap no-name fuses vs. brand name devices is some thing we should all pay attention to. The conclusion, buy brand mane fuses with published specifications.
Radio Memory Programing Using RT Systems External Data
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- Written by: G. Wolfe - KI0KK
RT Systems software provides an easy way to program memories for a mobile or HT. You must purchase the RT Systems software for your specific radio and have the required data cable or use an SD card where it is an option for your radio.The External Data menu option allows the user to select from several sources to populate the memory file and program radio. The example used is for RepeaterBook.
Low Cost PI 4 Alternative
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- Written by: G. Wolfe - KI0KK
I found this interesting YouTube video about a low cost alternative to the Raspberry PI4. The device is a Khadas VIN1S that sells for around $65 on Amazon. The computer is a good alternative for a small sever application and is only slightly slower than the PI4. Check out the additional information under "Affiliated Links: Show More" .
Ham Clock Setup
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- Written by: Greg Wolfe
A YouTube by "Ham Radio Dude" provides a good tutorial on setting up your "Ham Clock" software. Make sure you install Ham Clock at the screen size you intend to use, editing it is not an option. The Inovato Quadra is the device used but the configuration choices are the same for a PI4 also.
Here is the link to the online user manual: https://www.clearskyinstitute.com/ham/HamClock/
CWvox Voice Operated Keyer
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- Written by: G Wolfe - KIØKK
"A crazy little project with a potential to help hams that have difficulty operating a key, paddles, or typing."
Joe Krout (KRØUT) - "Thought this was an interesting project "