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At Ham Shack Reviews we strive to answer the questions that hams may have. We touch on many aspects in amateur radio, we have tutorial videos and equipment reviews on our website.
Change "FOR SALE" Title on QRZ Ads / Change FOR SALE Status on QRZ Ads
In this quick tutorial, we'll walk you through the simple steps to change the "FOR SALE" title on your QRZ.com ads.
Whether you're updating your listing or making adjustments to attract more attention, modifying the title is a straightforward process that can make a big difference. Watch the video to learn how to edit your ad titles and keep your listings up-to-date on QRZ.
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Whether you're updating your listing or making adjustments to attract more attention, modifying the title is a straightforward process that can make a big difference. Watch the video to learn how to edit your ad titles and keep your listings up-to-date on QRZ.
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HF Propagation Map from DX View / See Propagation Patterns by Mode
Просмотров 8314 дней назад
In this video, we explore DX View's propagation maps. It is a powerful tool for visualizing propagation patterns by mode and band. We'll start by explaining what DX view propagation maps are and how they help amateur operators understand the interactions between different bands and modes. See how this tool can be used to assist your HF operations.
HOW TO SUBMIT ARRL FIELD DAY RESULTS / N3FJP FIELD DAY SUBMISSION
Просмотров 1102 месяца назад
Welcome to our guide on submitting ARRL Field Day logs using N3FJP, the efficient software trusted by amateur radio enthusiasts worldwide." First, ensure your N3FJP software is updated with the latest version to accurately reflect the Field Day rules and scoring. Once your Field Day operation concludes, it's time to submit your logs to the ARRL for scoring and validation. Navigate to the ARRL w...
RESET N3FJP COUNTER / RESETTING THE AC LOG CONTACT COUNTER TO ZERO
Просмотров 272 месяца назад
How to reset N3fjp counter to zero after deleting last years contest contacts, this also works anytime you delete contacts and need to correct the number. This was a small issue that I quickly figured out since I am very familiar with this program. When resetting the AC Log contact counter you need to follow a few steps in order, this video will show you how its done.
SETTING AC LOG RIG INTERFACE FOR K4 / N3FJP RIG INTERFACE FOR ELECRAFT K4
Просмотров 782 месяца назад
Setting AC LOG rig interface for the Elecraft k4 is similar to other radios, however I found it much easier because I did not have to download drivers. N3FJP"s rig interface for the Elecraft K4 is accurate and dependable without losing connection. AC Log from N3FJP is a highly customizable logging program that offer contest logs for most contests. I found the connection process to be straight f...
HOW TO USE WEBSDR / GETTING TO KNOW WEBSDR / WEBSDR.ORG
Просмотров 4994 месяца назад
How to use websdr as a powerful online platform that revolutionizes the way we receive amateur radio signals. In this video, getting to know websdr software capabilities and a demonstration of how WebSDR.org harnesses this technology to provide users with access to a vast array of radio receivers located around the globe. Follow along as we explore the intuitive interface of WebSDR.org, showcas...
SCAMMED? USE EMAIL ADDRESS ON QRZ AND QTH / PREVENT SCAMS
Просмотров 454 месяца назад
You could be part of a scam by not adding an email address to your QRZ bio page. Scammers will list an item and use your callsign to sell an item they do not have. If someone goes to buy that item, they can not verify it is an actual sale and not a scam if there is not an email address on QRZ. On sites like QRZ and QTH when I am thinking about purchasing used gear, I will contact the seller dir...
7 GREAT CW LEARNING SITES / LEARN MORSE CODE WEBSITES
Просмотров 2854 месяца назад
Morse code learning websites offer valuable resources and tools for individuals eager to master this timeless communication method. These platforms typically provide interactive lessons, exercises, and practice sessions designed to accommodate learners of all levels, from beginners to advanced users. With features such as customizable training modules, simulated contests, and real-time feedback...
Solar Eclipse Net 2024 / Solar eclipse 2024
Просмотров 344 месяца назад
Welcome to the Ham Radio Solar Eclipse Net, where amateur radio operators come together to witness and communicate during one of nature's most mesmerizing phenomena. As the moon starts its journey across the sun, these enthusiasts tune into their radios, ready to share their observations and experiences with fellow operators around the world. Throughout the event, these dedicated ham radio oper...
USE ALLSTAR ON YOUR CELLPHONE / ECHOLINK ON IPHONE
Просмотров 3387 месяцев назад
Use Allstar on your cell phone when out of range of a repeater, or can not use a radio. Allstar delivers good analog audio using VOIP anywhere there is cell service. Make contacts around the world with a handheld radio. he Repeaterphone application is presently for IOS users, I believe I heard they are working an android version. Website: repeaterphone.com/ I use TubeBuddy for Keywords, SEO, ti...
FIND HAMS NEAR YOU / FIND HAMS ANYWHERE
Просмотров 437 месяцев назад
This is a fantastic way to find hams near you. If you are looking to locate a amateur radio operator in your town or anywhere in the world. You can use their callsign, zip code, name, or grid square. Website: haminfo.tetranz.com/map I use TubeBuddy for Keywords, SEO, titles, and writing the best descriptions. It is a fantastic tool for content creators. Try it for free, use it for free, upgrade...
INTERESTED IN ALLSTAR / WANT TO TRY ALLSTAR
Просмотров 74Год назад
Are you interested in Allstar, maybe you heard it mentioned and want to know more about it. Do you want to try Allstar? This video should answer some of your questions, or point you in the correct direction to get the answers. If you like VHF/UHF analog, you will most likely enjoy the added opportunities that Allstar offers. You can connect with any node, and talk all over the world. If you lik...
THERE IS MORE TO HAM RADIO THEN FT8 / TRY SOMETHING OTHER THEN DIGITAL
Просмотров 146Год назад
New hams and preppers that started with FT8, there is more to ham radio then ft8. It will not hurt to try another mode or something other then FT8. To try something other then digital means you are growing and expanding your ham radio experience. It is great that you started amateur radio, it does not matter that you started with digital. The thing that matters is that you learn and grow, try n...
WHAT IS 3830scores / HOW TO USE 3830scores
Просмотров 65Год назад
What is 3830scores, It is a contest score site that lets you and other hams see contest scores. It tracks activity levels of groups or individuals, and lets you go back and see your own scores. This site enables certain contests to pull data from it for scoring and award purposes. It is a useful site that I use everytime I finish a contest. I add my score, and them go back and see the high scor...
HOW TO USE REPEATERBOOK / FIND A FREQUENCY WITH REPEATERBOOK
Просмотров 511Год назад
HOW TO USE REPEATERBOOK / FIND A FREQUENCY WITH REPEATERBOOK
LARGER AND DARKER FONT IN WSJTX / MAKE TEXT LARGER AND DARKER IN WSJTX
Просмотров 205Год назад
LARGER AND DARKER FONT IN WSJTX / MAKE TEXT LARGER AND DARKER IN WSJTX
K4 MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL KNOBS / USING MULTIFUNCTION CONTROLS ON K4
Просмотров 318Год назад
K4 MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL KNOBS / USING MULTIFUNCTION CONTROLS ON K4
VOLUNTARY BAND PLAN CHART / VOLUNTARY BAND PLAN FREQUENCIES
Просмотров 91Год назад
VOLUNTARY BAND PLAN CHART / VOLUNTARY BAND PLAN FREQUENCIES
PAN SPAN ON RIT XIT KNOB ON K4 / ELECRAFT K4 PAN ADAPTER SPAN ON RIT KNOB
Просмотров 208Год назад
PAN SPAN ON RIT XIT KNOB ON K4 / ELECRAFT K4 PAN ADAPTER SPAN ON RIT KNOB
QUICK WALK THROUGH OF K4D MENU / ELECRAFT K4D MENU
Просмотров 380Год назад
QUICK WALK THROUGH OF K4D MENU / ELECRAFT K4D MENU
NEW MOUSE SETTING ON ELECRAFT K4 / HOW TO CHANGE MOUSE SETTINGS ON K4
Просмотров 256Год назад
NEW MOUSE SETTING ON ELECRAFT K4 / HOW TO CHANGE MOUSE SETTINGS ON K4
5 STEPS TO PROGRAM A REPEATER FREQUENCY / PROGRAM A REPEATER FREQUENCY
Просмотров 927Год назад
5 STEPS TO PROGRAM A REPEATER FREQUENCY / PROGRAM A REPEATER FREQUENCY
USING THE CONTEST CALeNDER HOW TO USE CONTEST CALeNDER
Просмотров 47Год назад
USING THE CONTEST CALeNDER HOW TO USE CONTEST CALeNDER
BEST CW CALLSIGN TRAINING / HOW TO DO CALLSIGN TRAINING
Просмотров 393Год назад
BEST CW CALLSIGN TRAINING / HOW TO DO CALLSIGN TRAINING
HOW TO SET UP ELECRAFT K4 RX AND TX EQ / SETTING UP K4 RX & TX EQ
Просмотров 724Год назад
HOW TO SET UP ELECRAFT K4 RX AND TX EQ / SETTING UP K4 RX & TX EQ
5 TIPS TO LEARN CW / BEST TIPS TO LEARN MORSE CODE
Просмотров 658Год назад
5 TIPS TO LEARN CW / BEST TIPS TO LEARN MORSE CODE
HOW TO CONVERT TEXT TO CW / CONVERT WORDS TO CW / MORSE CODE
Просмотров 163Год назад
HOW TO CONVERT TEXT TO CW / CONVERT WORDS TO CW / MORSE CODE
SETTING UP THE ELECRAFT K4 MICROPHONE / HOW TO SETUP K4 MICROPHONE
Просмотров 693Год назад
SETTING UP THE ELECRAFT K4 MICROPHONE / HOW TO SETUP K4 MICROPHONE
WORKING THE CWT / CWT AT 30+ WPM / W2KU WORKING THE CWT
Просмотров 201Год назад
WORKING THE CWT / CWT AT 30 WPM / W2KU WORKING THE CWT
5 TIPS FOR WORKING A PILE UP / 5 QUICK TIPS FOR PILEUP BUSTING
Просмотров 132Год назад
5 TIPS FOR WORKING A PILE UP / 5 QUICK TIPS FOR PILEUP BUSTING
This did not help, there is no com/port showing under the radio listing to choose from.
There are several versions of win 10 that the ports do not show up in, but they are older models. The ports would have shown up when following these instructions if everything is working correctly, you have other issues going on.
Is helpful! I have it bookmarked now. Thanks.
Is helpful! Thanks.
Does causing working split make you deaf in a right ear? Im really worried…
It has not for me, and I do not know anyone that said it happened to them. Split just means you are transmitting one one frequency and hearing on another. You will only be listening to one of them unless you are set up to hear both.
@@HamShackReviews listen to your vid on headphones… 😁
My take away is to use 600 ohm for dipoles, is that correct? Is the main benefit of ladder vs coax the ability to run long distance from antenna to shack? How does your 80 meter loop work? How high in the air is it? Thanks for the video.
I stayed with 450 ohm simply because I had it, and I am very satisfied with my loop's performance. All 4 corners are roughly 35' in the air, That is low for 80 meters but it still works surprisingly well, even better on higher bands. The ladder line can handle higher SWR over coax and when put right to the tuner or on a balun close to tuner the loss is minor compared to a run of coax with higher SWR.
Thanks vince, helpful
Any time!
I built a 20m full wave delta loop configured as #4. It is "portable" as it is made with two 7.2 meter fiberglass poles, a pvc tee, two 45 degree elbows, and some pvc tubing. It's schedule 40. I have it mounted on 10 foot piece of chain link fence top rail. I have a home made 4:1 at the feed point. It is resonant on 20m, and I can tune it from 40-10. Works best on 20-up. I am very happy with it, it works great on 20m.
Great antenna
Thanks for the help. I have an FT-710. When I click COM5, which shows as the Enhanced COM port in the Device Manager, I get an error message: Access to the port COM5 is denied. Make sure you not attempting to share the port with any other function such as sending CW." Now what do I do? TIA for your help.
You can not share the enhanced port with anything else, ensure nothing connected to it. Make sure all the other settings are correct. Try the other port and come back to 5, worst case you can try deleting the Yaesu ports and reloading them.
Thank You ! I found this very informative
Glad it was helpful!
Quite clear and helped improved my understanding a bit more. Thanks for putting in the time to do this. Mike .
glad it helped
Thank you...73 DE OK1ALZ
Vince, I want to try my first Delta Loop. My thought is for 13 Colonies Special event coming up. I have 450 and 300 ohm window line. I also have three 23 foot poles to use for raising antenna up. I have 10 watt QRP and tuner if needed. Going for CW too. Would you recommend a best Delta Loop for me in Maryland for 13 Colonies Special Event. Thanks N3EIE.
I use number 4 and would recommend it to anyone for DX, since 13 col. is stateside I would suggest number 3 as the easiest to install. Number 1 works nicely also, you will need an antenna analyzer for tuning.
@@HamShackReviews Thanks, N3EIE
Is that a 1:1 current or voltage balun? And how high off the ground are your ends for 20 meter vee?
I use a current balun from balun designs, model 1115d which also has a choke in it. The ends are roughly 18-20 feet estimated, that was the height I had available.
@@HamShackReviews Thank you! So do you think your angle is between 100 and 120? Estimate only!
@@jamesabc372 I am around 100, its best to keep it between 90 and 120.
Excellent work!
Many thanks!
Found this video while researching loop antennas. Solid info. Thank you so much.
Very welcome!
The device mimics a USB key board….actually just the two CTRL keys for dit and dah in straight key mode one CTRL key.
Yes, but it lets you use your own key and learn on it.
Yes the paddle one lever is one CTRL key the other side lever is the other CTRL key.i bought one myself about 3 months ago still studying Morse and am practicing sending on the practice channel
Thanks bloke, was getting REALLY annoyed with the red which is generally a "DO NOT USE" colour for anything webpage related, at least in major blocks anyway. I went to "0000cc" instead and it looks bloody awesome.
Glad I could help!
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i can only add 6 pictures in my browser and when i add a picture it removes one in the browser and automatically adds that to my bio page
The video shows how to add images to qrz bio, nothing about what browser you are using. Try adding 5 at a time. They should not go right into your bio, first into qrz, then you add them into your bio where you want them.
@@HamShackReviews sorry i meant when i go to add a image it will take a image out of my image collection i can only seem to add 6 thats the limit regards peter
Very helpful, thanks!
RESPECT !!! thank you
Any time!
Vince, you could really have a very popular ham radio channel. you explain things so well. please invest in some gear for your channel. I'm leaning in to hear you I've been in the hobby since 1993.. you explain things perfectly you're brilliant . 73 de ac0v
cool channel... keep it up pls invest in a better MIC ac0v 73
Some of my earlier videos had a poor mic, Today I use an Electro-voice RE 320 and Scarlett 2i2 USB interface. Sorry about the earlier videos, I feel the information is still valuable and decided to leave it up.
I love your very comprehensive and chill way of explains things ... de ac0v
Glad you liked it!
Can you work other bands with 80 meters Sky Loop?
If you set it up with ladder line to the tuner, or to a balun with a short coax jumper to tuner you can use it one the band its cut for and above.
Would have been nice if they had stated that when using it with an IOS IPAD you have no sound when sending. Makes it really hard to do.
It would, maybe they did not know. I have never used an ipad for ham radio and did not know either. Here is a chance to upgrade the shack. HiHi
Best description I've seen yet. Thanks!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. My favorite antenna is a 80 Meter full wave horizontal loop antenna fed with 450 Ohm Ladder line. At the rig end, the ladder line gives into a 4:1 Balun and then into a tuner via short coax jumper cable. Tunes all bands,super quiet receive and fantastic DX performance on higher frequency bands....just be sure to unplug the antenna from the radios when actually not in use. You can rubber band a fluorescent tube to the coax and enjoy thunder storms as the tube will flash with lightening strikes...good fun!
I want to make one like that. Do you know your wire and ladder line lengths?
You have to figure the wire length according to the lowest frequency used, ladder line length I like to use just what I need. I have adjusted its length to lower impedance.
I did not know about the tube flashing thing, I will try that. Thank you
I have one, love it.
Hey Vince,a few questions about the Delta loop. Since I want vertical your number 6 configuration for 20 meters. Is the quarter wave stub length 70.7 divided 4? My balun will be 4:1 current balun and I want to run 450 ohm window line from the antenna to the balun and coax short run. Is this a good configuration? The 450 ohm line will be perpendicular to the elements. Fed at the top right side for vertical
I am not sure of the math without figuring it, it would be dived by 3 since the delta loop has three sides. Leave the wire a little long because it is easier to shorten it than to add to it. I put the flat side in the air and fed mine at the bottom point directly directly with the balun(2.5:1 and no ladder line). However, my square loop was fed with ladder line down to the balun. It created two adjustments with wire length and ladder line length. Both work great.
@@HamShackReviews wouldn't the window line make it more multi band and mechanically not so heavy On the wire at the .25 wavelength location? Thanks for your help. I put the flat on top because of my yard location.
Vince, your Delta loop antenna drawing #6 where do I put the window line for vertical polarization ?That is the only configuration because of space. So the flat top is #6 drawing. The loop is up and down not horizontal with ground. Thanks for all of your ideas. I will let you know what happens. I like the balun design equipment,but I can't afford right now. But I will be using a 4:1 balun because I want multiple bands.
Maybe not destroying ham radio but is destroying ham radio operators. I know several that have never spoken into a microphone and would be dead in the water if you took away their computer.
It is a sad to just push a button with no human interaction. Some try to say CW is like that, however, CW is loaded with human interaction. Very sad
Grest Job! thanks for Your help!!
You're welcome!
… hi Vince - do you happen to know if the USB Interface device will work with an iPad? Thanks …
Hi, I have not personally tried it but if other USB devices work with the IPad I would think the interface would also.
Very helpful, thank you! I've been out of the hobby for a while and wanting to get started again. You write better with a mouse than I do, that's for sure.
Glad it was helpful!
How much does it cost? I heard $35 per application whether or not the callsign is granted.
I got mine before these new payment rules were in effect, so I can not give you a accurate answer but I believe you will have to pay the 35.00 now. Come back and let me know how it works.
Not all vertical antennas essentially need ground-radials, of course. I like the T2LT "flowerpot" vertical dipole, for this reason. Install it at a reasonable height, and I think ground-losses will be tolerable; I suggest mount it at least a half-wave above ground at the bottom-end.
Installed at a reasonable height no longer makes it a ground mounted vertical so I can see your point, Mounting it at least a half way length above the ground removes the need for ground radials. However, short radials like the Gap Titan antennas have would be beneficial.
what software do you download for yaesu's? the one at the very end of the video
You need the cp210x from silicon labs
I used this Same method to export fro QRZ to HRD. thanks buddy great help..it took me minutes after days of hardship
Glad it helped
What mic are you using on your K4?And what type of mic desktop or a boom mic?
I use the Electro-voice RE320, I have used the Heil PR40 and PR781 boom mics. I have not used a desk microphone with the K4.
You must reconcile with many of your explanations because they are not correct. Especially what you said about current flowing on the outside of the outer shield whenever a current flows on the centre conductor is absolutely wrong. Infact current flows on the inner surface of the shield. CMC (common mode current) tends to flow on the outside of the outer shield only when the coaxial cable from the feed point is not brought vertically downwards but at an angle so that it lies parallel to one of the arms of the dipole. Please read well and do videos. Wish you good luck. De VU2RZA
Current or signal flows on the center conductor, I was talking about common mode current that flows on the ground which is considered the outside of the coax. I will check the video again.
@HamShackReviews thanks for the prompt reply 👍 Yes, I will appreciate if you can go through the video again, titled "how coax works" A coaxial cable, in effect, has 3 conductors. 1. Outer surface of the inner conductor. 2. Inner surface of the outer conductor. 3. Outer surface of the outer conductor. When you connect one end of the coaxial cable to a voltage (power) source (transmitter) and a load (antenna) to the other end, current flows on the outer surface of the inner conductor towards the load and the return current flows on the inner surface of the outer conductor towards the source; this is called the differential mode current. This current is, at any given instant and any given point along the cable is of equal magnitude but of opposite polarity. None of the current flows on the outer surface of the outer conductor. What we want is only the differential mode current and no CMC, vertical current, longitudinal current, or simply antenna current. (Yes, the CMC has these many titles!) If a dipole (a flat top or inverted V dipole) is installed in free space (meaning no nearby objects and the feed point is at least half lambda high above the ground) and the coaxial cable is brought vertically down at least quarter lambda long before you may want to deviate the course to be taken to the shack, there is no need for a CMC choke. But then, a CMC choke, one at the feed point to the dipole, and another at the point of the cable entering the shack is preferred. This arrangement will take care of any RF trash, (EMI) radiated from a nearby strong source (like a BC radio station or one of your own another antenna) OK, let me stop here. De VU2RZA
Very interesting info.👍🍻🤠🇦🇺⁷³
Thanks 👍
A few raised ground-plane radials typically has less loss than burying miles of wire in the dirt. Many higher frequency antennas are/were elevated ground-planes; low loss. Even an HF vertical may benefit from an elevated installation, with a few elevated ground radials. Especially if they're laid-out in the direction you want to reach. An End Fed Half-Wave is high impedance at the feed point, and can use a simple ground stake or even a very short counterpoise. A half-wave vertical (fed in the middle, elevated feed point) doesn't need a ground plane. If you're (very) near the ocean, then you likely won't need much wire. In summary, there are other options than burying miles of wire in the dirt.
Thank you for the other options, very good information. This video was talking about ground mounted verticals, when first installed mine did not have a radial system. When I added one the addition made a very noticeable improvement.
Great Explanation! I use the 600-ohm version of the ladder line and do not twist the wire to a height of about 70 feet without issue. Keep the videos coming.
the LCWO "Convert to text" is the one of the best way to practice. I suggest use the Program "Just learn Morse Code" as this program can do the same thing, and has more very helpful LEARNING features. TIP After pasting text to the box, edit the text. take out all punctuation marks except the PERIOD and COMMA, edit all words that over 7 characters long, and edit out un-common words. there is a very good reason for ths.. do not be concern with gramma or if the sentences make sense. make several MP3 files and load them onto your cell phone to practice when you have free time, peace and quite time. There are so many "Learn CW" videos on YT, my head would spin if I was just learning CW.
Thanks, that helped. Wondering however if you have found a workaround to keep the 6 digit Grid Square. Now it only records the 4 digit. The FT* Digital Club requires 6 digit Squares. I now have 3000 contacts with 4 digit grid squares. Thanks!
No, but to be honest. I was not looking for one.
It depends on ground moisture content, soil composition and if there are metal structures near by, cirrect?
Yes, ground moisture content and soil composition are important but radials can make up the difference if one or two of these are insufficient. Metal objects are almost always a problem.
Agreed on the BAL issue. It does more good to have one in the signal path than the small amount of power lost. Good explanation and diagram.
I like this “cheatsheet!” I used your notes to refresh my own. I have also told my Ham friends about your webpage and YT channel.
Thank you, it is appreciated.
I’d love it if you explained what all the modes do and what they mean!
Well HF, VHF, and UHF are frequency ranges in analog. C4FM in a digital mode mode that is commonly used on VHF and UHF. Maybe this will be a good video idea, Thank you
This channel’s content is excellent. Keep rocking bro!