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Trixie Tricks
Trixie Tricks
Are you struggling to navigate the new version of Raspberry Pi OS Trixie and its confusing sound interface choices? Look no further! I have developed a script that will make... Read more...
Getting Your Yaesu FT-857(D) on FT8 With The TOADs DI
Getting Your Yaesu FT-857(D) on FT8 With The TOADs DI
You can find the companion video here: https://youtu.be/CABVvD_mOE8 Getting on FT8 with these older rigs is much harder than just tapping the "FT8" button and plugging in a USB cable. ... Read more...
Stop Guessing, Start Measuring
Stop Guessing, Start Measuring
Using the NanoVNA-F V2 to X-Ray RF Attenuators Most people buy a NanoVNA so they can tune antennas, measure SWR, and maybe sweep a filter…but the NanoVNA can do so much... Read more...
Protect Your Shack: Why a Raspberry Pi Weather Station Is the Missing Tool for Hams
A practical, solution-first guide to building a Waveshare/InkyPi e-ink weather display so you can protect antennas, predict storms, and understand how weather affects your RF — with the exact commands and links used in the video. Read more...
All The Different Kinds Of Cores/Chokes You Can Make!
All The Different Kinds Of Cores/Chokes You Can Make!
Here is an image of the data compiled by G3TXQ.  The individual images are available at https://www.g1exk.com/g3txq-choke-charts#h.knrsi45z6af9   Read more...
Unlocking APRS on the RT95 with the TOADs DI and Direwolf
Unlocking APRS on the RT95 with the TOADs DI and Direwolf
RT95 + TOADs DI + Direwolf — Get APRS Working RT95 + TOADs DI + Direwolf — Get APRS Working Step-by-step notes and commands to get your Retevis RT95 /... Read more...
Revolving List Of For Sale Items
Revolving List Of For Sale Items
I am always Repairing, Reviewing and Sharing my Journey with you on my Youtube Channel. But a man's gotta eat too.  Please send me an email (temporarilyoffline@gmail.com) to purchase. Here... Read more...