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Whether your interest is in microwave communications, solar weather, or FT8, as well as everything in between, this channel is all about amateur radio or ham radio as some call it. You'll find short-form videos that are more about how to do something or how something works, an equipment review, or achievements in ham radio.
Having worked in the television industry for decades, you'll no doubt notice this in the content, structure, and quality of these videos. All are made in crystal clear UHD.
VK3FS is an Australian amateur radio station based in Mount Martha. Be sure to subscribe.
Having worked in the television industry for decades, you'll no doubt notice this in the content, structure, and quality of these videos. All are made in crystal clear UHD.
VK3FS is an Australian amateur radio station based in Mount Martha. Be sure to subscribe.
The Ionosphere Part 2
The ionosphere makes up less than 1% of the mass of Earth’s atmosphere above 100km. It’s the part of our atmosphere that affects the passage of radio waves. But how? Ionised Oxygen atoms are the key to radio propagation and good DX. EUV and activity from our sun affect the MUF and LUF.
The inspiration for this video came from "Ionospheric Radio" by Kenneth Davies, an up-to-date survey of the theory and practice of radio wave propagation involving transmission through and reflection from the ionosphere. Kenneth Davies is a senior research scientist at the Space Environment Laboratory in Colorado.
www.google.com.au/books/edition/Ionospheric_Radio/qdWUKSj5PCcC?hl=en
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The inspiration for this video came from "Ionospheric Radio" by Kenneth Davies, an up-to-date survey of the theory and practice of radio wave propagation involving transmission through and reflection from the ionosphere. Kenneth Davies is a senior research scientist at the Space Environment Laboratory in Colorado.
www.google.com.au/books/edition/Ionospheric_Radio/qdWUKSj5PCcC?hl=en
Find out more about this vi...
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The Ionosphere
Просмотров 7 тыс.7 месяцев назад
The ionosphere is the ionized part of Earth’s upper atmosphere that extends from about 80 to 600 km above sea level. It’s a region within the thermosphere filled with charged particles that play a crucial role in radio communication by reflecting radio waves back to Earth. It also contributes to auroras and is ionized by solar radiation. This video briefly overviews the 3 regions of the Ionosph...
MADs
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Every so often here in Victoria (VK3) we have Microwave Activity Days otherwise known as MADs. These usually ad-hoc, but sometimes planned events, are where amateur radio operators passionate about microwave communications find themselves on hilltops working other like-minded amateurs. It’s an event where microwave enthusiasts can put their gear through its paces. This video will give you an in...
How to update the Icom IC 905 Firmware
Просмотров 4768 месяцев назад
Updating the firmware of any radio keeps it running at its best and the IC-905 is no different. New features as well as engineering tweaks are added regularly, especially in radios that are new to the market. This video will show you how easy it is to update the firmware in your radio. You’ll need a micro SD card formatted in the 905 to copy the new firmware to. For context this video is part o...
Amateur Microwave It's easier than you think 2024
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
This is the 2024 update of "Amateur Microwave It's easier than you think" Since the first edition of this video, Icom has released the IC-905 SHF transceiver. This has added a level of simplicity for those keen to get on the higher bands. It's now included in this video along with new portable operations. Microwaves are the highest frequency radio bands in Amature Radio. It's the final frontier...
BARG Hamfest 2024
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.Год назад
On Sunday, February 4 2024, the Ballarat Amateur Radio Group hosted one of the best Hamfests I’ve been to in years. It was hot, but that didn’t deter hundreds of amateurs from far and wide making the pilgrimage to the central Victorian town of Ballarat. Here are some highlights of the day including a look at Icom's IC-905 24GHz concept model, Ian VK5ZD's 122GHz transceiver, and a host of local ...
M5 Stack - Icom IC-705 DX Tracker & Metering Radio Apps
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.Год назад
The M5 stack is a series of modular and stackable development kits designed for rapid prototyping and development of internet projects. There's so much more to the M5 stack than in this video, but here are Armel, F4HWN applications for the M5 stack including a DX tracker and metering for the Icom IC-705, 7300, and 9700, - even a keyer. More at bit.ly/3PGpXVq #m5stack #ic-705 #icom
10w power amp for 5.7 GHz 6cm amateur band
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.Год назад
Getting more than 250mW on the 6cm microwave band was an onerous task up until recently. SG Laboratory has produced a 5.7 GHz 10w PA. This amplifier has been developed and produced for industrial use but is matched well for the 6cm amateur band. It is based on the latest GaN power transistor from Cree/Wolfspeed. There is no switching around the amp, so it's something you'll have to do should yo...
Before you begin your adventure in microwave
Просмотров 657Год назад
So, something’s piqued your interest in microwave. Whether it's the IC-905 or something else, operating the higher frequencies is a lot of fun. Not only will you learn new skills, chances are you’ll meet a new cohort of operators, but it’s not all beer and Skittles. This short video is a preamble to this aspect of our hobby. Before you spend your hard-earned cash, it pays to do your research. T...
Before you begin your adventure in microwave
Просмотров 2,8 тыс.Год назад
So, something’s piqued your interest in microwave. Whether it's the IC-905 or something else, operating the higher frequencies is a lot of fun. Not only will you learn new skills, chances are you’ll meet a new cohort of operators, but it’s not all beer and Skittles. This short video is a preamble to this aspect of our hobby. Before you spend your hard-earned cash, it pays to do your research. T...
HamAlert - Real-time DX notifications on your device
Просмотров 8662 года назад
If you’ve ever been hunting that elusive DX and wish you’d get a notification on your phone or tablet when the bands are open?… then HamAlert is what you’ve been waiting for! More at bit.ly/3HJoo3Z 00:00 | Intro 00:16 | What is HamAlert 00:50 | HamAlert setup 01:42 | Where to get HamAlert
Sporadic E Propagation in 2 minutes
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.2 года назад
And now for something different - Sporadic E propagation in 2 minutes (ish). If the comments are encouraging, there'll be more 2 minute-ish videos! Feel free to suggest topics. Sporadic E propagation is a type of radio wave propagation that occurs in the E layer of the ionosphere. The E layer extends from about 90-120km above the earth’s surface. Here's how it works More at bit.ly/3Ymaxao 00:00...
Getting on the 6cm microwave band
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.2 года назад
Looking at getting onto the microwave bands? Here's one way. The 6cm or 5.7 GHz amateur radio band is accessible to standard and advanced licensees in Australia. It’s the higher of the two WiFi bands that doesn’t seem to suffer the noise problem like its poor 2.4 GHz or 13cm cousin. Antennas are cheap and readily available in the form of dishes and panels. So if you’re keen to dip your toe into...
12v shack backup - choose quality powergates over junk
Просмотров 6642 года назад
Power backup comes at a price. Choosing quality over junk. Power gates, power paths, power plus, power mini, there are so many names for devices that switch to a battery for power when your mains supply fails. These devices are suited to both shack and portable use. Some have solar panel inputs without the need for solar regulators as it's all built-in. Choosing quality power switching over jun...
What exactly are the key Solar Indicies?
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.2 года назад
What exactly are the key Solar Indicies?
How to program the SG Laboratory 13cm transverter Local Oscillator
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.3 года назад
How to program the SG Laboratory 13cm transverter Local Oscillator
How to make and set the opening picture on the IC-705
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.3 года назад
How to make and set the opening picture on the IC-705
Amateur Microwave - It's easier than you think!
Просмотров 12 тыс.3 года назад
Amateur Microwave - It's easier than you think!
IC-705 Access Point or Station - which WiFi to use?
Просмотров 8 тыс.3 года назад
IC-705 Access Point or Station - which WiFi to use?
How to set the clock on your laptop using the IC-705's built in GPS
Просмотров 3 тыс.3 года назад
How to set the clock on your laptop using the IC-705's built in GPS
Operating WSJT-X wirelessly on the IC-705 with wfview
Просмотров 27 тыс.3 года назад
Operating WSJT-X wirelessly on the IC-705 with wfview
A Guide to Digital Voice on Amateur Radio
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.3 года назад
A Guide to Digital Voice on Amateur Radio
WSJT-X and GridTracker NIGHT SCREENS setup
Просмотров 5 тыс.3 года назад
WSJT-X and GridTracker NIGHT SCREENS setup
Autumnal Propagation in Southern Australia
Просмотров 3673 года назад
Autumnal Propagation in Southern Australia
First off, thanks for providing such fantastic quality productions and information. I’m interested to know if microwave activity occurs around NSW? From most of what I can see on you channel, it’s mostly vic and QLD. Cheers :)
I resorted to all this when the IC705 cat control USB noise issue became unsolvable! Thanks again.
I recognise that park, I went portable there with an FRG7 in the late 70’s :)
You also had the schematic that I could build one by any chance is this K0BAN 73 for now
The U.S. allows the lowest level license (Technician) to use all the microwave bands, which hasn't helped create interest here unfortunately. I just purchased the 905 along with some 2.4/5 antennas on ebay but I am hoping to find microwave sections at local hamfests to find potential contacts. 73 de KI1Y, Cocoa Beach, FL.
More great content, thank you! 73 de KI1Y, Cocoa Beach FL.
So when I take them the crossover and lives again, right?
So meth is partially molecular values of caucasian's spirits?
Did these inventor tried speaking to the dead first before realizing it is a communication device to another nation?
Simply awesome . Thank You!
I guess your offset dish elevation is really wrong that can’t work like that … the beam is going to the sky … you should reverse your dish 180 degrees …
If you live in an urban area HF is almost useless because of QRM.
what an impressive production and compact explanation. thx oe3cwj
G'day Chris, your talk went well, it helps me to look at those names a little easier, I'll try doing some for myself. Thankfully there weren't any suffix pronouns! 🙂 Regards from Down Under. Les Dicker.
Awesome video! Great production quality. Kicker is here in the states, microwave has failed to take off. I've been a ham for 12+ years and I fail to see the appeal of microwave for here in the states. I say that as someone who has microwave engineering experience building links for businesses.
Where are these available from?
www.sg-lab.com/TR1300/tr1300.html via email
Thank you for making this! 73
No worries!
Nice build. How did you fix the transverter to the inside of the diecast box ?
Lucky it just fits with a little bit of room for the connectors
@@VK3FS I mean, how did you mechanically fix it ie. make it stay in place ? I can't see any brackets. Did you use glue ?
An ATMOSPHERE NEXT to a VACUUM without a physical barrier, hilarious and delusional 🤪🤣
I think I just found my new favorite RUclips channel! Just enjoyed your video on the layers but was a little sad that my only VHF/UHF radio is a 817ND. Looks like I’m closer to dabbling in microwaves than I thought. Very grateful!! 73’s WB3CFN/m (76/100 towards Mobile DXCC)
Awesome! Thank you!
Excellent!! Best explanation of the layers that I’ve ever seen! I’m a HF guy but this inspires me to look at VHF/UHF a little more. 73’s WB3CFN/m
Awesome, thank you!
Great video! Intellectually stimulating and educational. Liked and Subbed just now 5:18 pm, 8/6/2024 KD8EFQ/73
Thanks Charles. 😊
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Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
Andrew Excellent video 73s 7Z1SJ
Thanks Sybrand 😊
What fantastic production quality, this will make a great educational resource.
Thanks David. 😊
Arr, you found Peter in his natural habitant…😂😂
👍 Thanks for taking the time to make this video! Excellent work 👏
Thanks Robert. 😊
Nice video! 73 de YO8SSB!
Thank you. 😊
Very nice
Thanks
Excellent video as usual Andrew. I wish all Amateur videos were of such quality.
Thanks Richard.They're a lot of fun to make. I do learn a lot when making these. This one took a good 6 weeks. Lucky it's too cold to go out and play radio in VK3 at the moment.
Another slick production, Andrew. An excellent explanation 🙂
Thank you Nik 😉
Amateur Radio video of the year award for 2024 goes to this video right here... 🙂
Thanks Nik. Cheque's in the mail... or whatever we use these days 😉
Thank you, Andrew, for your excellent explanations.🙏 de 4x4XM
Thanks Doron. Part two will be published on RUclips next month. It goes into detail about ionisation of oxygen atoms. 😉
Looks great. Are they still available to buy ?
They sure are.
These videos kick a$$. Great stuff
Thanks. Part 2 is nearly done.
The music is way too loud, and an unnecessary distraction.
Back in the 1980's I used to listen to NFL games on the U.S. Armed forces network with my radio in the U.K. I'd get the early game in, but at around 21:15 the signal would get weaker and weaker until all you could hear was static. I never knew why. . . Now I know! Thanks!!
Is it possible to set the PC time using the IC-705's GPS in this configuration? I can use a GPS dongle but would like to use the 705. Thanks!
There have been a few version updates since making this video so it may be possible but I can't say.
73's DE NP3OJ
8:15 with regards to the meteorite debris clustering in the upper atmosphere, something like the aurora, our magnetic field concentrates Solar material in the exosphere, who not a similar phenomena with tiny fragments of iron caught up in the upper level winds and heat energy from the surface to act like a reflective cloud held up over a region? I have to imagine it was am exciting time to be a ham in the 50's and 60s when the military was releasing materials in the sky to see what the effects were.
8:00 that would explain why we have this in the summer over the Plains to Atlantic states in spring and summer, with occasional instances over winter where warm gulf air intrudes north.
Great work on this subject.
Thank you!
Great work sir! .... best for G land de M0VFX
Incredible video production, footage is on par with BBC nature documents. Content was also very helpful, I was able to get GPS sync to work with my PC.
Radiogenic Chemistry is a game changer.
Impressive and educational! From a lil ole GROL. You have a new "student" sir. 😊
Saved to favorites. 73!
Good video and explanation
Thank you!
A very well produced video. Quite slick. Well done. 73, Stuart VK3SKS.
Thanks Stuart. 😊
The voice over work gives me the Beyond 2000 Simon Reeve vibe. Smashing job mate.
My best ABC voice. 20 years of practice 😉 Thanks.