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All things Radio and Communications in General. We strive to make technology understandable for the general public. Tune in for info on popular topics like; HAM Radio, Shortwave, CB Radio, Commercial AM/FM Broadcasting, Internet Radio, Classic radios and gear, Tactical Communications, and some fun stories from my 20 plus years in radio broadcasting.
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AirWaves Episode 53: Closet Classic - Freeplay Self-Powered Radio!
Buzz drags another classic radio out of the storage closet. It's a Freeplay Self-Powered radio, from the mid-90's. This radio was invented by Englishman, Trevor Baylis, specifically for the rural areas of Africa and India, where electric power was not available. Check out this unique piece of technology, a great piece of kit for any prepper.
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AirWaves Episode 52: Xiegu G90 3D Printed Fan Cover!
Просмотров 2873 года назад
Special thanks to Tim, KJ8U , for 3D printing this H1 Holder/Fan cover, from Thingiverse.com. It's a great piece of safety gear to keep your fingers out of the fan blades, and help protect the electronic circuitry.
AirWaves Episode 51: Xiegu G90 Easy Fan Fix!
Просмотров 5913 года назад
Buzz shows you how he easily and cheaply made a fan cover for his Xiegu G90, H1 Holder/Fan. Also, see how you can make a custom plastic cover, using a 3D printer.
AirWaves Episode 50: Letting The Smoke Out! How Not To Tune An Antenna.
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.3 года назад
Buzz shows you how he smoked his antenna tuner, and other tips for successful antenna tuning. See the replacement Comet CAT-300, and backup Versa Tuner II, MFJ-941C.
AirWaves Episode 49: HAM Shack Revisited!
Просмотров 2963 года назад
Buzz shows the latest additions to his HAM Shack, and talks about his Sirio M400 Starduster antenna's performance on the Amateur Radio Bands.
AirWaves Episode 48: IC-7300 & SM-5 Mic. Will It Work?
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.3 года назад
Have you ever wondered if an older, Icom SM-5 desk mic, will work with a newer, IC-7300? Buzz tests the SM-5, comparing it to the standard issue HM-219 hand mic. See and hear the mics, side by side.
AirWaves Episode 47: Eton Emergency Radios To The Rescue!
Просмотров 6503 года назад
Buzz reviews several emergency preparedness radios, all from Eton. You'll see the ClipRay, FRX1, Scorpion II, Solarlink FR-600, and the Voicelink FR-1000, with built-in FRS/GMRS transceiver.
AirWaves Episode 46: Closet Classic, 1949, RCA AM/SW Radio!
Просмотров 1383 года назад
Buzz gives you a detailed review of his 1949, RCA Victor, AM & Shortwave radio. Of course it's a tube-powered, Model 9-X-651, covering 5.9-17.9 Mhz on shortwave, and 540-1600 Khz on AM.
AirWaves Episode 45: Xiegu G90 on 20 & 40m & 80m Dipole!
Просмотров 4953 года назад
Buzz demos his Xiegu G90 receiving signals on 20m & 40m, teamed up with an 80m dipole. At the 8:25 mark, the video zooms in for a tighter view of the screen.
AirWaves Episode 44: Raddy vs Retekess. Portable Powerhouses!
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.3 года назад
Buzz compares the Raddy RF28 to the Retekess V111, for an addition to his vehicle get-home bag. See how these two small, portable radios, pack a lot of punch.
AirWaves Episode 43: Anytone AT-5555N Test Run!
Просмотров 10 тыс.3 года назад
Buzz demos his new, Anytone AT-5555N, 10 meter radio. Teamed up with a Sirio M400 Starduster antenna, Buzz makes a contact on the 10 meter amateur band. Mods are available for this radio.
Airwaves Episode 42: MFJ-1700C Antenna/Transmitter Multi Switch!
Просмотров 4,2 тыс.4 года назад
Buzz demos his newly acquired MFJ-1700C antenna & transmitter multi switch. Multiple connections allow a multitude of transceiver and antenna combinations. Also see how you can interface with a SWR/Power meter or linear amplifier. The Power/SWR meter is a Palomar Model 500.
AirWaves Episode 41: A Pair of Palomars Put to the Test! TX-100 Amp & Model 500 Power Meter!
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Buzz tests his newly acquired Palomar TX-100 Bi-Linear, Broadband Amplifier, and Palomar Model 500 SWR/Power Meter. A Uniden Pro 510XL CB radio is used for the test, connected to a Sirio M400 Starduster antenna.
AirWaves Episode 40: Closet Classic, LCD RF Frequency Counter!
Просмотров 8534 года назад
Buzz unveils his Radio Shack, LCD Frequency Counter that he bough new, in 2001. It's a good tool to have in your HAM Shack, and still looks and works great after all these years. Also a special salute to his son, who is serving in the U.S. Navy. A special thanks to all who have served!
AirWaves Episode 39: Jetstream 30 Amp Power Supply
Просмотров 2 тыс.4 года назад
Buzz details his new Jetstream Switching Power Supply, Model: JTPS32MAB. The Jetstream will be used to power his Xiegu G90 and TYT, TH-9800 radios. The power supply was purchased from RW Antenna Store, for $85, including shipping.
AirWaves Episode 38-2: New HAM Shack Update !
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AirWaves Episode 38-2: New HAM Shack Update !
AirWaves Episode 38: HAM Shack/Radio Room Remodel!
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AirWaves Episode 38: HAM Shack/Radio Room Remodel!
AirWaves Episode 37: Sirio Performer 5000 Antenna, Assembled & Tested!
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AirWaves Episode 37: Sirio Performer 5000 Antenna, Assembled & Tested!
AirWaves Episode 36: Xiegu G90 Firmware Fix For Transmit Failure
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AirWaves Episode 36: Xiegu G90 Firmware Fix For Transmit Failure
AirWaves Episode 35: Uniden Bearcat 980 SSB Install & Test
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AirWaves Episode 35: Uniden Bearcat 980 SSB Install & Test
AirWaves Episode 33: Radio Tales - The Phoenix Phollies
Просмотров 3024 года назад
AirWaves Episode 33: Radio Tales - The Phoenix Phollies
Airwaves Episode 32: Jewel or Junk? SMA, Dual-Band, Magnetic-Mount Antenna
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Airwaves Episode 32: Jewel or Junk? SMA, Dual-Band, Magnetic-Mount Antenna
AirWaves Episode 31: Radio Giveaway Celebration!
Просмотров 604 года назад
AirWaves Episode 31: Radio Giveaway Celebration!
AirWaves Episode 29: ITC Delta Cart Machine, Another Closet Classic
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AirWaves Episode 29: ITC Delta Cart Machine, Another Closet Classic
AirWaves Episode 24: Review of the NANO VNA & Software
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AirWaves Episode 24: Review of the NANO VNA & Software
AirWaves Episode 28: MFJ-1764, 6m & 2m Stacked 5/8 wave Dipole
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AirWaves Episode 28: MFJ-1764, 6m & 2m Stacked 5/8 wave Dipole
AirWaves Episode 27: Closet Classic, the Midland 11-500 Shortwave Receiver
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AirWaves Episode 27: Closet Classic, the Midland 11-500 Shortwave Receiver
AirWaves Episode 26-4: Xiegu G90 Ready For Deployment!
Просмотров 3844 года назад
AirWaves Episode 26-4: Xiegu G90 Ready For Deployment!
AirWaves Episode 26-3: Radio Field Pack - The Tarion XH Backpack
Просмотров 2154 года назад
AirWaves Episode 26-3: Radio Field Pack - The Tarion XH Backpack
I have one. A little drifty, but pretty sebsitive.
Breaker 1-9
What is the automation you are using?
Great machine, great presentation!
I know this is an older video. I'm running an online station using the Webstation and PlayoutONE. However, I'm not using the Webstation to it's fullest potential and would like to get some information from you if possible. Please let me know. Thank you.
I have a Export cb radio that has been put on cb band and we talk on lower channels like 26.855 and that is c band i dont believe this anntanna wud be right for me .. maybe just going to go with the A99
Irritating voice
I'm surprised that your LED display has not failed you yet. Many of use just out of warranty has gone blacked out and Uniden won't do anything.
Buss, do you think this antenna would need to be shortened to operate on the 10 meter band for ham use?
Hola como estas, tienes algunos preset para fm 75 us, que puedas compartir? no encuentro preset y no soy bueno haciendo los mios 😁gracias
May I ask if eton FR1000 could receive frequency between 108~137mhz?
Just bought my 2nd one but can’t tune any better than 1:4. My other antenna I tuned to 1:1.
It's roughly been 4 years since this video. How's the Sirio Starduster M 400 holding up? I'm currently using a 32 year old Antron 99 for my base.
Is there a way you can program frequencies on this radio or are you stuck on the ones the channels are set at?
stuck
Nice pointer
Now if someone would make a video showing me how to properly wire in a switch for the fan so it doesn't stay on all of the time... 73 de KF4LBG
Great review ! Do you think i could make it work with an IC7600 which uses a RJ45 connector??
Thanks a lot for this review! How does it ship, folded in a circle or in a long package?
What's the best height to run this antenna
What's the gain on it
Wow! It even plays a late 80s song the first time you crank it up. Welcome to the jungle, baby! BTW, I count 15 cells in that pv panel, likely in series, for a total of around 7.5V loaded. (Probably a little under a Watt.)
V111 has a 4th band - LW (long wave). Not in the instructions, but the MW button toggles to LW with a 2nd press. Of course, LW is a deserted band in many markets. The other feature that's a pleasant surprise on the V111 is auto search and store - automatically populates the 20 memories on any of the bands! Long press the Memory button on any band! In some respects, the V111 is like a poor man's Tecsun PL606. I have both, and the performance of the V111 is pretty near to the Tecsun. The appearance is pretty similar too... In some markets the V111 is sold as the CS106. So if you want to see more reviews of it just search RUclips for CS106.
Michael Dixon and Reginald Buckingham on KRDS! I also remember a woman named Mary, I think, who had a bit of a show at one time on KRDS. Love these stories! I always loved radio and at one point wanted to get into it professionally - but life swept me away in a different direction. The sixties and seventies (and even into the eighties) really were the golden age of radio. My fascination started as a kid with WLS and WCFL (and WGN for talk) in Chicago. In high school, we moved to Phoenix - so naturally I listened to KRUX, KRIZ, and - for talk - KRDS. Talk radio allowed for callers back then, and callers were actually free to express different opinions with civilized, intelligent hosts - just as, to a certain extent, d.j.'s were at least somewhat free to play a variety of music if management would let them. Of course, later the removal of the Fairness Doctrine and ownership restrictions ensured the transferrence of "public airwaves" to huge mega-corporations. Bye-bye Golden Age. The first thing that disappeared, it seems, was audience participation. In this new American radio/tv landscape, the mega-corporation would dictate what the audience could hear or not hear - and the audience was basically told to shut-up and listen to corporate management's narrative (this is now nowhere more evident than with KTAR). With that, the entire informative and educational vocation of talk radio was forever killed. Music, too, became generic and bland. No more socially conscious songs (like "For What It's Worth") were played. Such a shame. Old codgers like me remember the glory days of radio, but younger people will never know what it once was. Now music radio is really just background music and and talk radio is just endless ranting by one or two hosts pushing the owners' political and ideological agenda. Popular music has morphed into modern-day elevator music. No longer enjoyable for its entertaining personalities, innovative music, and information - radio now serves no purpose at all other than to aggravate.
You talk to much, how do I configure the radio, so it doesn't Squirrel on other people's radios when I talk
Thanx Buzz. I just got mine. I have a furious learning curve to climb. So darn cornfusing! There’s a lot of stuff there to figure out.. Their flyover of some basic issues is disappointing. Little(?) things, like just simply how to crack the unit apart, front and back. How to create settings such that the display factors are optimized. Or- for example, what do the various display colors indicate on the rhomboid of the screen? What does the rhomboid represent and how does one adjust it. Things such as these! Thanks Buzz 🐝 George KK7MCE
muito legal! Parabéns
You say the IC-SM5 mic will work with the IC-7300 without any mods. Does the IC-7300 supply the DC voltage required by the pre-amp in the IC-SM5 on pin 1 of the connector?
hi, any experience overhauling the motor bearing on these ITC decks?
It's been so long ago that I used them, but I don't recall that ever being an issue. We kept them very clean and usually the only maintenance issues were with head alignment and worn out pinch rollers.
Push the valumn knob In and out for headphone use
Question from a dumby, LOL... Why did they call them VHF if they were in the 45-50 MHz range? or did the term VHF get bumped up as higher frequencies came about?
VHF band is 30-300Mhz.
@@Airwaves-Radio Thank you! I'm learning :D I appreciate it .
Fun times... Reminds me of some of the crappy radio jobs of my youth.
Wouldnt your SWR Meter work just from the radio side, no need to connect to the antenna side right? The 1700c switch is allowing the RF through. The meter I suspect is designed for pass through? I may be wrong, probably am but wanted to be sure :)
Anything is better then a radio shack antenna. 1 db gain tho isn't worth that money. You should of bought a real antenna, like a Wilson.
I take it may have been basically a Hallicrafters S-120 clone that were prevalent in the 60's into the early 70's from a variety of manufacturers, more or less a entry level SWL single conversion superhet covering 540 kHz - 30 MHz general coverage in four bands......
Is 1 inch PVC too narrow to use?
Hi Buzz. Would it be possible to list the equipment? I have a desktop running Sam Broadcaster with a Berringer mixer. Still trying to tweakbit before going live. Thanks.
just what I think is wrong, it's sirio not being like Santiago who could open and reinforce
12m?
Looking to sell ?
Hey there Air Waves, I installed this identical antenna and mount on my 14 ford fusion and love it, far superior receive to my stryker a10. I did however want to tell you my mag mount came with the vinyl sticker AND a rubber protective boot like most mag pucks come with. I installed it on mine and didnt affect the performance at all. Also keeps alot more water out as it comes up around the edge with a tight sealing lip. Just wanted to pass it forward and happy DX'ing 477 MKE Wisconsin.
Over 90% of your power is lost thru the coil. There's no such thing as a low loss coil. Unless you use a capacitor hat then you only lose 85%
I have a feeling that there are a lot of dead G-90s out there. I have the same problem. Radioddity told me to update the firmware too, which I did, and it completely bricked it. Alter consulting with them, I tried the firmware update again, and it started working. This only lasted for a couple days however. It certainly seems related to the firmware, but I’m running 1.79 now and the problems persist. I turn it on sometimes, and it works. When it works, it’s just like a new one… then it just stops. If anyone has any later information, I’d love to hear it.
I'm still running 1.74, and it's been rock solid.
@@Airwaves-Radio I hope it continues for you - I really liked the radio.
What I find most impressive about these old machines is how immediately they start playing when play it pressed. Zero lag.
They were the best cart machines in my opinion. A real tank.
Will a stock ic 7300 microphone work with an ic720 that came with a hm-7?
If they have the same plug, I don't see why not.
Yes I think it would work. I've looked at the wiring diagrams for both and they match close enough to work Thanks
Cheers for the 99,6 info Im erecting mine tomorrow thank you dude
Wonder how this would match up against a Stryker A10 mag mount…
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I’m having a similar problem with my G90. I don’t have modulation when I key de mic and the reception is zero. Seems like using a dummy load. At first it was sporadic but now it is completely non functional. I already tried to flash de firmware a bunch of times, downgrade the version and nothing solved the problem. Only option I have is wait for the next firmware version and hope it will fix it. If you have any thoughts, that would be great. Thanks!
I can't find it anywhere, and the place that had a link the file was corrupt!
I adore this tech - always did. I have few cart machines - some work, some don't - but it seems very hard to find the expertise on them now esp since many of mine are European models (Sonifex and so on) - but I do have one BE and one ITC Unit. I havent really found any central point or forum where this type of old machine is discussed and where help is sought and given. Does anyone know of such a place? Of course all this stuff was long ago virtualised in automation systems - and you could even build the equivalent of a whole room of cart machines on one tiny board such as an XY-V17 which hosts a micro USB (TF) card that could hold hundreds of jingles in WAV format and play them on command at equivalent or better quality than a cart machine could - which yeah, is kind of magical - but where's the magic really? For me, compared to the physical reality of a pile of carts and a triple player stack with flashing lights and tape whizzing around it's a poor replacement!