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Got GAS?
My name is Jason and I have GAS. Seriously though, This is something that everyone struggles with in a wide variety of hobbies including amateur radio.
มุมมอง: 41

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Return of the X6100?
มุมมอง 1344 หลายเดือนก่อน
Back out in the park today! Will the X6100 have a triumphant return?
Xiegu X6100 Firmware PSA *UPDATED*
มุมมอง 1.7K4 หลายเดือนก่อน
We have a new update on the X6100 be firmware failure. Link from the video: radioddity.s3.amazonaws.com/Xiegu_X6100_Firmware_Upgrade_20230831.zip Thanks for coming along on my misadventures!
Xiegu X6100 Firmware Failure PSA
มุมมอง 4164 หลายเดือนก่อน
After upgrading the firmware on my X6100 the aftermath is pretty bad.
5core Vintage Microphone review
มุมมอง 325 หลายเดือนก่อน
5core Vintage microphone review! Will it be my daily driver?
PAC-12 Antenna Saver!
มุมมอง 487ปีที่แล้ว
Just a quick demonstration of the PAC12 mast support that I am using. This was based off a design from Ham Radio Dude. Thanks for the inspiration! You can print your own with the file found here: www.thingiverse.com/thing:6358373
DIY PAC-12 antenna tripod!
มุมมอง 1.4Kปีที่แล้ว
A little demonstration of a tripod I made for the PAC-12 antenna for portable deployment. #hamradio #parksontheair #diy
Roadside BOOMS! POTA activation at Crow Wing State Park K-2477
มุมมอง 88ปีที่แล้ว
just a quick activation on my way back across the state. Who would have thought that Camp Ripley rolled out a salute for me?! #parksontheair #hamradio #duckandcover #upthenosecam
Sketchy cabin off the beaten path!
มุมมอง 46ปีที่แล้ว
Just a little sketchy cabin and a few contacts off the bike path in Rochester MN!
What is in my POTA go bag?
มุมมอง 93ปีที่แล้ว
Just a quick rundown of what's in the bag. I did find that the power bank was not enough to keep the X6100 at 10 watts. I will be going back to the LifePo4 battery that used in a previous video going forward.
POTA @ K-9376
มุมมอง 20ปีที่แล้ว
This is just a start to almost finished parks on the air activation where I was struggling with a new microphone and rough conditions. This is why it's called Radio Misadventures!

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  • @soundx82
    @soundx82 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Can you show me how you integrated your microphone to your radio? 73s look me up WD4FXX

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@soundx82 honestly if I were to do it again I would just use the Heil adapter instead of the eBay one I got. Heil Sound CC-1-XLR-YM Heil Sound Microphone Adapter Cables | DX Engineering search.app/rr3XiyVA8JErF7619

  • @mazecentric4124
    @mazecentric4124 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I've been waiting to pull the trigger for a 6200...yet...with its CW key issues...that desperately needs a firmware update...might be waiting a good while.

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@mazecentric4124 I ultimately sold the 6100. I've got a different rig now for POTA. Looking forward to getting back out to the parks!

  • @mazecentric4124
    @mazecentric4124 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I bought a heavy duty tripod for survey to use with my astronomy binoculars....never thought to use my tripod instead of a ground spike for my jPC-12! I can put that tripod up solid a good 7 feet high. I'll have to make more radials..and longer I suspect.. Thanks for the vid!

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@mazecentric4124 good call on the survey tripod! You shouldn't need any extra weight or tie downs for it. If you do though I have a video on those too!

    • @mazecentric4124
      @mazecentric4124 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@wattsandhertz I'll look for the vid! For the radials..I might wind them on those small 7 inch caution cones and have mueller connectors to attach to an oversided antenna ground washer or similar. They should stack nicely together and not take up too much room! If anything...passerby's will make a judgment call and not try to start a convo!

  • @bobbyt3451
    @bobbyt3451 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    how long are those radials ?

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@bobbyt3451 I believe they are 15'. They are the stock radials that come with the Pac-12. I have since added a second set of those.

    • @bobbyt3451
      @bobbyt3451 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@wattsandhertz ok thanks i got ripped off by an aliexpress seller when i thought i was getting a deal for the pac12 antenna they only sent coil so im peicing the antenna togeather with a 5.6 m whip KD9PMH 73

  • @bobbyt3451
    @bobbyt3451 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    thank you !

  • @Andy2e0ree
    @Andy2e0ree 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I do agree with everything you said all the tubers pushing radio at us if we buy everything we be broke 73 for now Andy cowley

  • @sergiodmota
    @sergiodmota 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Essas fitas que fazem parte do Terra (Negativo) quanto mais melhor?

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Adicionei mais para ajudar a aterrar a antena. Vi apenas uma melhoria mínima. O que veio com a antena foi dividido em 5 segmentos. Desde então, adicionei outro conjunto de 5.

  • @bobskimaxx
    @bobskimaxx 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    V1.1.9 out now

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If they haven't corrected the keyboard issue I'm still going to skip this update.

  • @hamradiotimes5586
    @hamradiotimes5586 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was on Radioddity web site: Warranty Note -- We provide a 18-month warranty on the Xiegu X6100 (was 12 months before September 14, 2022). As usual, if you modify the radio's hardware, the warranty is void. (The warranty is void right after you remove any part of the radio case without the agreement of our support team.) Note any firmware bugs or any other software-related issues are not under warranty.

  • @hamradiotimes5586
    @hamradiotimes5586 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was on Radiodiddty site : Warranty Note -- We provide a 18-month warranty on the Xiegu X6100 (was 12 months before September 14, 2022). As usual, if you modify the radio's hardware, the warranty is void. (The warranty is void right after you remove any part of the radio case without the agreement of our support team.) Note any firmware bugs or any other software-related issues are not under warranty.

  • @trev8932
    @trev8932 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The problem is caused by a number of things. Glitches in the download, using an SD card that is too large, the larger the card the greater the chance of error and the use of Rufus which is known to cause errors. Use Balena Etcher. There is nothing wrong with the radios. The majority are not having issues with the new firmware and I find it perfect

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@trev8932 I completely understand where you are coming from but the one thing that you might be missing out on is the possibility of different board revisions in the radio. Radioddity has confirmed that there is an issue with some users radios taking the baseband correctly. I'm standing by skipping this "update" until it's confirmed on all revisions.

    • @trev8932
      @trev8932 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@wattsandhertz You could well have a point. The only thing is when people have switched to Balena Etcher, used a low error 2gb card and then loaded in the firmware all has been well. Too many are slagging off the radio without realising that they could be introducing errors by their own methods. The other things to bear in mind is ensure you are using external 12v supply, personally I don't use a switch mode supply but a battery that is fully charged and at least 7AH also make sure all USB cables are disconnected from the PC and antenna and microphone are disconnected too, any noise getting to the radio when flashing firmware can cause problems. Hopefully as radio amateurs we should be aware of this.

  • @nickcountycomm
    @nickcountycomm 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mine is a receiver now not a transmitter :{

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Give this a shot: Click on the link above in the description and get the firmware from Radioddity. Use Balena Etcher to create the memory card from that link. Install it to the 6100 and see if it corrects yours not transmitting. If it doesn't then you may need to start the warranty process if you are still under warranty. Thanks for commenting!

  • @ON3KJU
    @ON3KJU 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, thanks for your video. I installed firmware 1.1.8. since the modulation indication and swr does not work anymore. I put the old one again and everything works. Bad experience with FW 1.1.8 from September. Thanks. ON3KJU

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for commenting! That is one of the signs that there was a firmware failure. Glad to hear you are working now though!

  • @ontarget1911
    @ontarget1911 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I don’t know how it got corrupted. I upgraded to the new firmware and it did not cause any problems. I switched back to the older firmware after people started having problems. I used Rufus no problems. Are you formatting the card every time before running etcher? I have had problems in the past with SD cards if I don’t format them every time.

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes they were formatted each time to start with a clean card. I also tried 2 different cards in case they were the issue. The only thing that fixed it was Balena Etcher but also there have been reports where others have had the same issue and reverting to the previous Baseband corrected the issue. Once I used Balena it cleared the issue.

  • @daveN2MXX
    @daveN2MXX 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent video. I'm glad i sold this unreliable junk a while ago...I don't miss it at all. The receiver is worse than my g90 unless I used the russian firmware. The firmware "updates" always fixed 1 thing and made 5 other things worse. Battery frequently got very hot. I'm glad i sold it while its value was still high (before the 6200 was announced).

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for checking out the video! Mine has been pretty stable up to this point. I had both the G90 and 6100 but sold the G90. Of course I really only use the 6100 for POTA or when I travel. Updates have been pretty rough and with the 6200 honestly I am not seeing much of an upgrade in features. But I AM seeing less power reported. I am not going to get one though.

    • @daveN2MXX
      @daveN2MXX 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@n0vfiradiomisadventures So, I kept the g90 because it suits my operating style better. I don't go backpacking or hiking, so the minimal size and weight difference between the two is not critical to me. The birdies and ghost signals on the receiver is a deal breaker for me with the 6100. Occasionally the radio would lock up and require a reboot. Anyway...I'm glad you were able to revive your 6100!

  • @mewintle
    @mewintle 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for keeping on this!

  • @FreddyNietzsche.
    @FreddyNietzsche. 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As far as Rufus is concernned I am using the latest version "Rufus x64 v4.5.2180" and had no problem at all. My SDCard was just a generic no name card. This is more likely a local issue with your computer, not with the firmware.

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Considering there are others who have had issues with it I wouldn't say it is a local issue with the computer. The initial update went to the sd card with no issues and updated the radio fine. Others have reported that the radio didn't transmit after update. The revert may have been a Rufus issue due to it working just fine after using Balena. The version of Rufus I used was: Rufus - The Reliable USB Formatting Utility Version 4.5 (Build 2180) Thanks for the comment though I appreciate any feedback.

  • @magpack9
    @magpack9 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    No issues here with the latest firmware update. I used Balena for the Mac and loaded up the latest firmware fine w/XMIT. Sounds like a bug in Rufus when creating the image. Just my 2¢.

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would agree post initial update. The initial update is reported to have nuked others transmit as well. I am wondering if the initial issue is a different board revision that is not compatible with the new firmware. I asked Radioddity about that and am waiting on a response. Thanks for commenting!

    • @magpack9
      @magpack9 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@wattsandhertz You bet! Please keep us in the loop and thank you!

  • @temporarilyoffline
    @temporarilyoffline 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Whew, glad you got your radio back!

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too! I am surprised that the issue seems to be with the way that the newer version of Rufus did the SD card image. Balena really saved the day on that one. Thanks again Steve!

    • @goga685
      @goga685 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Согласен! Balena работает исправно!..

  • @billjobes1851
    @billjobes1851 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Same thing happened to mine last night. Firmware REVERT does not fix it !!!

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I just posted an update video with a link to a revert version that you NEED to use Balena Etcher and not Rufus for. Give that a shot and let me know how it goes!

  • @temporarilyoffline
    @temporarilyoffline 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are the second report. Let me know how the revert goes.

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Steve! Hopefully I'll hear something tomorrow from them.

    • @temporarilyoffline
      @temporarilyoffline 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@wattsandhertz did the revert not work?

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@temporarilyoffline not at all. The tall end of the video was after I reverted the firmware. Still nothing after that. I even went back to 1.1.4 with no luck.

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      New video will be out today with an update!

  • @joysingh8405
    @joysingh8405 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    5 Core retro mics are great. Loved it.

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the comment! It's been a great mic if the video isn't too great. Update video to come once I move my office.

  • @wattsandhertz
    @wattsandhertz 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Get yours here: a.co/d/3lNlyGc Or here: shorturl.at/5b2WD I'm not sponsored at all but if you enjoy the video drop me a like and subscribe!

  • @Bazzy_TX
    @Bazzy_TX 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What length 10mm bolt did you use?

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I believe it was a M10 1.5x25. I used a lock nut to hold it in place.

  • @Slimhaven1
    @Slimhaven1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent and to the point video! Great job!

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! I'm trying to at least make them informative.

  • @59radio22
    @59radio22 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good idea. Could also help when using the spike in loose or damp soil

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely! It would work great as long as you have either tie off points or good tent spikes.

  • @НиколайИванов-м9ч
    @НиколайИванов-м9ч ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, it will relieve the load on the coil in a strong gust of wind.

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz ปีที่แล้ว

      Also, you can put multiple supports on the mast. If you put one low and another high it will be even more stable.

  • @rodgermckeon
    @rodgermckeon ปีที่แล้ว

    Like it was made for it! Oh, wait... it was! Nice job!

  • @temporarilyoffline
    @temporarilyoffline ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the shoutout - that battery works well, but for some reason doesn't work the same with all X6100s. You seem to have gotten the magic combination!

    • @wattsandhertz
      @wattsandhertz ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching the video Steve! I did find that the battery did roll back a bit after an hour. It moved to being my supply for my hotspot and I'm going to source a cable for the Gateway jankopotamous.

    • @temporarilyoffline
      @temporarilyoffline ปีที่แล้ว

      An hour isn't bad for a "travel" battery. @@wattsandhertz