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First Attempt at Creating a Time-Domain Reflector (TDR) Circuit

2018-05-26 · 1 min read

I’ve just had my first go at creating a Time-Domain Reflector (TDR) circuit to measure

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New Addition to the Shack – Siglent SDS1202X-E Oscilloscope!

2018-04-19 · 1 min read

I’ve just added a new piece of equipment to the shack – the Siglent SDS1202X-E Oscilloscope! 📊

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9:1 UnUn – Building a Longwire Antenna – First Contact Made! 🌍

2017-04-02 · 2 min read

Had a little play this morning and decided to try building a longwire antenna. I started by making a 9:1 unun (unbalanced to unbalanced transformer), but since I didn’t have a project box to put it in, it doesn’t look the prettiest. 😄

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Experimenting with Alexa – DX Cluster Skill

2016-10-05 · 1 min read

I’ve been having some fun with Amazon Alexa, building a skill to access DX Spots

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Windmills on Air Event – A Great Weekend! 🌾

2016-05-15 · 1 min read

Met up with a few friends this weekend for the annual Windmills on Air event! I was located at the Upminster Windmill, which dates all the way back to 1803. 🏰

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Building a Linked Dipole – A Fun Outdoor Project

2016-04-02 · 1 min read

Took advantage of the nice weather today and started a small project—building a linked dipole! ☀️

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Taking the Leap – My First ICOM Radio & D-STAR Adventures

2016-03-18 · 1 min read

So, I’ve done it – I’ve finally added some ICOM equipment to the shack! 🎉

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First Real QSO on 5MHz – Surprising Results!

2016-03-13 · 1 min read

Caught up with some friends today on their 5MHz net.

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Putting Up a New Doublet Antenna – First Impressions

2016-03-04 · 2 min read

I took advantage of the nice weather today and put up a new doublet antenna! ☀️