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FT8 Demonstration on R1CBU V 0.26.1 and Xiegu x6100
I have been testing the latest R1CBU firmware for the Xeigu X6100 v 0.26.1. During testing of the FT8 app, it took me forever to figure out how to work it. So I decided to do a demonstration of at least what I know so far.
The CQ modifier does work. If you put in POTA and click the check mark, it will call CQ POTA. To take it out, go back in CQ modifier and remove the POTA, and click the check mark.
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A Windy POTA with the HRD LiL 6 & Reel POTA-ble Antenna.
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I have been waiting for the weather to cool off a bit to get out and use the HRD Lil Dude 6. Well, we had a cold front blow through, and the kids were out of school for the week, so we decided to drive to Galveston State Park and spend the day. I had no idea it would be this windy. The activation turned out well, and it was a good test of all the equipment I brought. I used the Xeigu X6100 on i...
Backyard Testing HRD LiL Dude 6/ My Backpack
มุมมอง 1K2 หลายเดือนก่อน
Today, I did some backyard testing with the HRD Industries LIL Dude 6 before going out in the field. Thanks to Sean, I was also testing out a prototype ground spike. While I was in the shack, I decided to give a little tour of my backpack.
HRD Industries LIL Dude 6 Carbon Fiber Mast Unboxing
มุมมอง 2242 หลายเดือนก่อน
Today, I'm unboxing the Lil dude 6 from Ham Radio Dude. This is a 6 meter carbon fiber mast that is lightweight and compact and can easily fit in a backpack. Check out Sean's videos for more detailed specifications and mounting options. I'm excited and ready to try this out in the field. N5BSB EDIT: I forgot to state that I purchased this mast. My wording at the beginning was wrong. Link to pur...
POTA Activation, The Ultimate Failure! Don't ever forget THIS!
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Whatever you do, don't forget this for an activation or, even worse, an emergency situation.
How to Deploy the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
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Quick demonstration on how to deploy the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna. Antennas available at reelefhw.com
New HF SWR & Wattmeter, my thoughts?
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I picked up this HF wattmeter from Banggood for about 100.00. It's a nice Chinese built meter, with a touch screen and lots of information. I really like the large digital readout and the battery power. It charges with a USB C cable. I have been using it heavily over the last 4 days, and it's still going.
New HF SWR & Power Meter
มุมมอง 3826 หลายเดือนก่อน
I got a new HF SWR and power meter from China. I purchased it from Banggood for about 100.00. I like the large and easy to read display. I also like that it has a built-in battery, and it charges from USB C cable. The battery seems to last a long time. I think the accuracy is pretty good compared to my other meters.
Xeigu X6100 with the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna, Can we activate POTA?
มุมมอง 1606 หลายเดือนก่อน
Me and the wife went out to Lake Livingston State Park US 3028 today. My goal was to see if I could successfully activate the park using my Xeigu X6100 and my Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna. I also wanted to use only the built-in battery on the X6100 and the tablet. I did have a 6ah battery for the Micro pa50 that I used for some of the contacts. Unfortunately, the noise in the park was too much fo...
Micro PA50+ Testing and Firmware Upgrade.
มุมมอง 1.2K7 หลายเดือนก่อน
I recently purchased this PA50 , and it's a really nice little amplifier. I noticed some issues tripping the SWR protection while using FT8 mode. When I received this one, it had firmware version 2.8.6. This is the latest stable version. I saw there was a 2.8.7 Beta version available for testing, so I decided to give it a try. I cut out parts of the video to reduce time. After the 2.8.7 beta fi...
Xeigu X6100 and What's in this small Bag?
มุมมอง 2667 หลายเดือนก่อน
The Xeigu X6100 is the latest addition to the N5BSB Ham Shack. I wanted a small compact package, and I selected this case based on TO's video a couple of years ago. This case carries the X6100 well, and there is room for lots of extras. This, combined with the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna, makes for a small portable package.
WOTA A Kite, EFHW, and a Xeigu X6100, What could go wrong?
มุมมอง 1997 หลายเดือนก่อน
Walker County Amateur Radio Club invited us out to a WOTA (Winery on the air) event at Teysha Winery in Oakhurst Tx. We had a great time and a little excitement/ disaster. Mark KB7OUZ had brought a couple of kites, and we were attempting to get a 132' EFHW in the air. The first Kite failed to stay airborne. Mark decided to bring out a bigger Kite, which we did get in the air. Steve WB5HZM had h...
My Fully Self Contained Portable HF Go Box, Another One
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Another box build, almost identical to the last one. See my last video for a list of items and where to purchase.
Reel POTA-ble Antennas Support for W6LG
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please watch Ham Radio 2.0 tonight 4-7-2024 @ 7:00 PM CST. The Ham radio community is trying to help one of our own W6LG the TH-cam Elmer. There will be an announcement on how Reel POTA-ble Antennas are supporting Jim, and how you can help us help Jim. th-cam.com/users/live-UxTiufArT0?si=tvqBDjtIdhYGqZoC reelefhw.com
What is the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna?
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What is the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna?
Quick Demonstration of the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
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Quick Demonstration of the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
Yaesu FT-891 Portable Box (Completed)
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Yaesu FT-891 Portable Box (Completed)
Portable HF Box FT-891 Update
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Portable HF Box FT-891 Update
Building a new portable HF box with a Yaesu FT-891 (Overview)
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Building a new portable HF box with a Yaesu FT-891 (Overview)
Testing last One for 2023, Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
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Testing last One for 2023, Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
Mystery Box from MTC unboxing
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Mystery Box from MTC unboxing
Happy Thanksgiving, Final Testing of Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antennas.
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Happy Thanksgiving, Final Testing of Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antennas.
New Tuning Tips for your new Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
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New Tuning Tips for your new Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
What gear did I use on my POTA Activation today?
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What gear did I use on my POTA Activation today?
20 Meter Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna for Ham Radio Parachute Mobile.
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20 Meter Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna for Ham Radio Parachute Mobile.
We visited the Johnson Space Center Amateur Radio Club POTA Activation today.
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We visited the Johnson Space Center Amateur Radio Club POTA Activation today.
POTA hunting with the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna.
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POTA hunting with the Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna.
Field Day 2023 setup, Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
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Field Day 2023 setup, Reel POTA-ble EFHW Antenna
Field Day 2023, What am I bringing?
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Field Day 2023, What am I bringing?
The Reel POTA-ble Antenna June 10 Update.
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The Reel POTA-ble Antenna June 10 Update.

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  • @alvarogaitan2529
    @alvarogaitan2529 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    thanks for sharing this fantastic video my friend 73 from kb2uew

  • @fm71450
    @fm71450 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Dear Sir, thank you for this video. I appreciate you sharing a “failure” - a good lesson for everyone! Thank you for the activations - KQ4IXD

  • @joelschuman1303
    @joelschuman1303 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Well done!!! Simple question - what are the white tabs holding some of the wires to the box?

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@joelschuman1303 3M adhesive cable ties

  • @bobskimaxx
    @bobskimaxx หลายเดือนก่อน

    Version 0.27.0 is out now with some FT8 updates.

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes I'm running the latest now.

  • @mewintle
    @mewintle หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you, this is great

  • @dienadel30
    @dienadel30 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great stuff I'll have to check it out.

  • @bwillan
    @bwillan หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's a very complete system for a GO Box. I haven't seem many that included an external antenna tuner and a full digital setup. Was the decision to use 2 16AH batteries instead of 1 30AH battery due to cost or form factor?

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB หลายเดือนก่อน

      @bwillan Thanks, and yes the two batteries were due to form factor.

  • @hugherecshin
    @hugherecshin หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, Do you have a link for the software?

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hugherecshin github.com/gdyuldin/x6100_gui/releases?fbclid=IwY2xjawGMXcxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHT_Y8trmVppi6oH2dYAMuYOl78ULzHMPrVQkyqOCdrjH1JWDNkxbpMAbKw_aem_LL6N45djlwNMvA-KqKftFA

  • @Antonyboss-v6s
    @Antonyboss-v6s หลายเดือนก่อน

    can you lower the voltage to 10V

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Antonyboss-v6s I don't think it will go that low. You might try some different value resistors to see.

  • @d34dr0b0t
    @d34dr0b0t 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What kind of backpack is that?

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@d34dr0b0t www.aliexpress.us/item/3256807078916722.html?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allItems_or_groupList.new_all_items_2007616312365.1005007265231474&spm=a2g0o.store_pc_home.singleImageText_2009561925007.0&aff_fcid=726d357cf24a469c938605f087f63613-1728940619200-05627-_DF8Yx5d&tt=CPS_NORMAL&aff_fsk=_DF8Yx5d&aff_platform=portals-tool&sk=_DF8Yx5d&aff_trace_key=726d357cf24a469c938605f087f63613-1728940619200-05627-_DF8Yx5d&terminal_id=264e69ba33f14b36b49bfc0b89ccb7f2&afSmartRedirect=y&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@d34dr0b0t Look at Ham Radio Dudes video, Tactical Backpack comparison.

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@d34dr0b0t Ham Radio Dudes Video th-cam.com/video/zr5Ecwd4sYU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=pD2FMFfXwaeu685r

  • @joseneves2822
    @joseneves2822 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very nice video ... thanks for sharing

  • @nehem11e
    @nehem11e 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looking good!

  • @thequarantinecatholic
    @thequarantinecatholic 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I purchased one too =)

  • @nehem11e
    @nehem11e 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looking forward to the field test!

  • @LB4FH
    @LB4FH 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks like a nice product 👍

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is!

  • @HAMRADIODUDE
    @HAMRADIODUDE 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks good so far! I will get you a sample spike soon . Thanks for your patience! I look forward to more.

    • @HAMRADIODUDE
      @HAMRADIODUDE 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I forgot to say KCHO is Keep Calm, Ham On. It's a play on an old website from the 2000's. Just a fun little play on an old logo (much like the whatacontact)

  • @escalantea1
    @escalantea1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How did you secure the batteries to the case?

  • @cavidoman
    @cavidoman 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello :) I would like to do the same thing with my power supply but mine is the 1400w model (hp dps1400cb a) Will the procedure be the same? I'm looking to aim 13,8v output. Thank you 🙏

  • @RogerBrenon
    @RogerBrenon 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've been hearing a lot of bad about these meters. They introduce a lot of noise. Getting one that works is 50-50. How long did it take to ship to you?

  • @Sonicgott
    @Sonicgott 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'd recommend running a checklist prior to traveling. Get a tablet or a notepad with a list of things you need to bring and go through it and double check. Excellent video. 73, sir. - KF0QNM

  • @1polonium210
    @1polonium210 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great antenna! It really simplifies setup for portable operations.

  • @pnowikow
    @pnowikow 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice work. Gives me ideas

  • @Sonicgott
    @Sonicgott 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What coax were you using the connect to the antenna?

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Sonicgott RG-8X 50'

  • @renevertommen7669
    @renevertommen7669 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is not available any more 20/7/2024 ON3VS

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@renevertommen7669 We are temporarily out of stock. We are working on the next batch. Check back in a couple of weeks. N5BSB

  • @joebirdwell5071
    @joebirdwell5071 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am going to order one soon! What is the model and make of your analyzer? WB9VVH

  • @gmdusa
    @gmdusa 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I purchased a model CQV-SWR-508 on Banggood and this meter inserted bad noise into the signal. I am fighting with them right now to return it and get my money back as it was bad out of the box.

  • @joebirdwell5071
    @joebirdwell5071 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am planning to order one for POTA. What is the brand of SWR meter you are using? WB9VVH

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@joebirdwell5071 It's a nanovna, I think I got it from R&L electronics. It has N connectors.

  • @monawarrajayki5445
    @monawarrajayki5445 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mistakes are the best way to learn

  • @michael_KD8GIJ
    @michael_KD8GIJ 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've learned to make and use checklists for whenever I leave the house for about everything except going to church.

  • @mayomayo7318
    @mayomayo7318 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Qrp is a different challange ......

  • @waltnovinger6431
    @waltnovinger6431 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’ve looked on eBay and Amazon and can’t find this. Is it on the market yet? If so, pls add link to it. 73 and tnx!

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You can visit our website at reelefhw.com

  • @garycowger9579
    @garycowger9579 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Please STOP doing FT8 use SSB, FM, AM, or CW the CPU does all the work Be A Real HAM USE VOICE Please We will lose Our Bands if We keep only using one little spot.

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for your comment and opinion. I do SSB, FT8, FT4, and FM, and AM. But as the activator, I choose what modes I use in every different scenario. I use digital more when I'm out with the family, or busy working in the shack etc. I know it's not for everyone 🙃.

    • @flitemedic55
      @flitemedic55 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      chill bro.....we've been 'losing our bands" since '90s and before...".don't be that guy"....73

  • @Muggs828
    @Muggs828 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is really interesting. Thank you for sharing. Do you happen to have a wiring diagram or layout?

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, but you can look at my other videos, they might show more. One of them has a parts list.

  • @honeybadger6127
    @honeybadger6127 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    do you have an updated manual on the different modes? I noticed on mine, it takes 10 presses of the button to go into "unlimited" mode and 9 presses of the button put an "A" on the screen.. but I'm not sure what that does.

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No I got the information from a Facebook group for the amp

  • @kendebusk2540
    @kendebusk2540 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The big lesson here: you are just as human as the rest of us are :) de KA8VLW, Ken, Michigan

  • @betterbprepared
    @betterbprepared 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You bring up some good points here and have me thinking that I need to double check my radio go-bag.

  • @stevejolley5651
    @stevejolley5651 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have driven 40 miles to an activation, only to realize just before I got there I did NOT have a microphone or headset. I went ahead and did scout out the area for the second arrival/first of my activations. We all learn our lessons, somehow. W4XCO

  • @BobMack-l7s
    @BobMack-l7s 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I made a POTA checklist. Before I leave the house I check off all the items. Works great

  • @giffjim55
    @giffjim55 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Well I forgot coax once

    • @AndyDyckman
      @AndyDyckman 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've forgotten my battery once!

  • @wyominglife3202
    @wyominglife3202 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good on you for pointing out a mistake we can learn from. Thanks!

  • @itrstt66
    @itrstt66 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    whcih antena reel is that one? or did you do it yourself?, can you explain it on how to do it if so?

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Https://reelefhw.com

    • @itrstt66
      @itrstt66 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@N5BSB Thank you

  • @ugsisr
    @ugsisr 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am in the process of building a Go Box in a Pelican Case. This way I grab one Case and go.. What happened to you could happen to any of us...Thank You for sharing this as I am sure it will help many PS--- Yes! There will be a HF Radio in this Box ...KC3ZDW 73's

  • @nickl3872
    @nickl3872 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you

  • @robinbendiksen3960
    @robinbendiksen3960 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have this meter and it did restart every time i went over 70 watts on battery, not with the charger Connected. The text SWR and FWD change to Chinese text when i go over 125 watts. I changed the battery to a 5000 mAh and it looks like it is stable now and will not restart as long as the battery power is good, but i have to live with the Chinese text(i dont care to much ). The charger give some noise but not all the time, no noise on battery. Banggood wouldn't give me a refund or exchange it for a new one(i am done with Banggood). But i am happy with it now as long as it works? It is maybe the most beautiful SWR meter on the marked i think so it is sad it dosent work as it should. The bilt quality is good.

  • @joseneves2822
    @joseneves2822 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello There's always a first time A few days ago I also forgot about my backup antennas but I still had time to put them in the car 73 de CS7BDO

  • @terrysookhoo2528
    @terrysookhoo2528 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How stable is the voltage

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very stable

    • @terrysookhoo2528
      @terrysookhoo2528 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@N5BSB really i would lik to see that

  • @VK2AAK
    @VK2AAK 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would be interested to know if you observe the same problem as I did with this meter. I bought one. The display was excellent and I was very happy ... for one day ... then I discovered a serious problem. The meter generates RF noise. On 40 metres the noise level went up by 2 S points when the meter was turned on. It was worse on 80 metres. If you have a high noise level in your location you may not see it, but I have a quiet location. It's disappointing because the meter display was so good. Here's a video showing my problem ... th-cam.com/video/P4eouBD4i0E/w-d-xo.htmlsi=o8Ql7ZG_zcJ-Vvqr Oh ... and I notice the SWR&POWER METER printing on your meter isn't quite straight. Mine was the same.

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm not seeing any noise in mine. I checked 40, and 80.

  • @NukaVaultReadiness
    @NukaVaultReadiness 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is that the brand in the bottom right?

  • @cruzerdlc
    @cruzerdlc 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you share the firmware pls? 73's

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The radio is the latest Xeigu firmware.

    • @cruzerdlc
      @cruzerdlc 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@N5BSB for the pa50+ can you share a link to the firmware you used.

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@cruzerdlc 2.8.7 beta, but I'm still having the same issues with it. I thought it was fixed, but it's not.

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@cruzerdlc drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TcL7LxupOFf8QJf6IQU32sE9mprPvSss?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1tnqs1gcU3q55vKnhLDy5xoKxtgb9kjBTjIZUEDUsA43Br3YfSKb82XKk_aem_Aaora6uKnEX8fA0wq_YgKuQcIJ6igfX9HLaoCZyO5nx1xwUGVqDP-VmLBjng1wNzZ6SlxmeYvOR6mcX1xQfzgNpL

  • @ronki5gnl689
    @ronki5gnl689 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did you really throw that fishin weight up there on the first shot?

    • @N5BSB
      @N5BSB 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes