Simple FTDI PTT & CW Keying Interface

April 15, 2025 Adam 0

It doesn’t get any simpler than this!

This interface uses the RTS and DTR signal lines from a cheap FTDI USB Serial Adapter, and provides isolated keying for both PTT and a CW key.

 

Problem!

The FTDI adapter provides … Read more...

OCF 40M Dipole Repair

April 12, 2025 Adam 0

Adam fixes his faulty 40M Off Center Fed dipole, after being exposed to the elements for 16 years.

The enclosure was cracked, no doubt caused by the SO-239 being recessed into the sidewall.

A thinner sidewall means the connector will … Read more...

New Eltek Touchscreen Controller & Monitors

April 1, 2025 Adam 0

Both the Eltek Flatpack2 Touchscreen Controller and Eltek Monitor projects have been updated.

The PCB has been redesigned so the controller board can now piggyback mount to the screen.

This makes mounting much easier, with only one set of screws … Read more...