Video: ThunderBolt Display

July 17, 2013 Adam 0

ThunderBolt Display
Take a look at the VK4GHZ ThunderBolt Display, and see what it does.

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This video has been removed, due to design piracy.
One lazy dumb-ass Pom couldn’t even come up with his own original page

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Video: Mellish Reef DXPedition 2002

July 17, 2013 Adam 0

Here is the official collection of VK9ML Mellish Reef DXpedition 2002 videos.

VK9ML Mellish Reef DXpedition – Part 1
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VK9ML Mellish Reef DXpedition – Part 2
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VK9ML Mellish Reef DXpedition – Part 3
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3.4 GHz Transverter Testing

July 17, 2013 Adam 0

Videos of some 3.4 GHz experiments.

First, the initial 3.4 GHz transverter receive test, placing a VK3XDK Signal Generator several streets away.
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3.4 & 2.4 GHz setup with VK4EA/P, January 2013 during the Summer Field Day.
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S/E QLD Microwave Activity Day, Feb 2013

July 17, 2013 Adam 0

A 3-part series covering the S/E Queensland Microwave Activity Day (MAD) on February 24, 2013.

VK4 Microwave Activity Day (MAD), Feb 24, 2013 – Part 1
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10 GHz VK3XDK Transverter Testing

July 17, 2013 Adam 0

Three videos testing a VK3XDK 10 GHz transverter system.
 
The first 10 GHz transverter system test is a short range test across the Brisbane River to VK4WR.

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Second 10 GHz transverter system test

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ICOM IC-910 Multi-Send Kit

July 16, 2013 Adam 0

1 August 2015 Update:

ALL KITS SOLD OUT – This is a discontinued item

 
 

 

 
For the serious VHF/UHF station!

IC-910 Multi-Send is an in-line device, powered by the IC-910, and provides unique and isolated relay outputs … Read more...

ThunderBolt Commander

July 16, 2013 Adam 0

What does the ThunderBolt Commander do?

ThunderBolt Commander can send four pre-defined command packets to a Trimble ThunderBolt Disciplined Clock.

Primarily, it is used to change the ThunderBolt’s receiver mode between OverDet Clock and Full Position 3D.

 

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ThunderBolt Display

July 16, 2013 Adam 0

SOLD OUT !     Note: This is a discontinued item.   Sorry, there are absolutely no plans to build anymore.

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Availability: September 2013
 
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What does it do?

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Building a 10 GHz Pipe Cap Filter

June 7, 2013 Adam 0

This is an overview on building a band pass filter for the 10 GHz amateur band using copper plumbing end caps.

Ideal when using a signal generator at lower frequencies, where you want to filter the fundamental and undesired harmonics.… Read more...

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S/E QLD 2013 Microwave Test & Tune Day

May 2, 2013 Adam 0

This video by Peter, VK4EA, covers the VK4 2013 Microwave Test & Tune day, held at the Redcliffe & Districts Radio Club rooms on April 21, 2013.

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10 GHz via Rain Scatter

March 19, 2013 Adam 0

A video demonstrating what 10 GHz via rain scatter sounds like.

Firstly Kevin, VK4UH, is listening to the VK4RBB beacon, then we see a 10 GHz QSO between VK4GHZ and VK4UH.

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S/E QLD Microwave Activity Day, Feb 2013

March 9, 2013 Adam 0

A 3-part series covering the S/E Queensland Microwave Activity Day (MAD) on February 24, 2013.

VK4 Microwave Activity Day (MAD), Feb 24, 2013 – Part 1
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VK4RTT 2M Beacon Upgrade

January 21, 2013 Adam 0

Learn more about the new VK4RTT beacon, now in service, as of Sunday January 20, 2013.

The previous beacon served the VHF community very well, for around 30 years, but over time became increasingly unreliable.

So, a replacement was commissioned.… Read more...

Rig Blaster Advantage Unboxing

January 4, 2013 Adam 0

Unboxing of a West Mountain Radio Rigblaster Advantage interface unit.

This unit offers a lot of great features at a good price.

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Icom CR-293 High Stab Option

January 2, 2013 Adam 0

A look at the Icom CR-293 High Stability Oscillator option in an IC-910.

Easy to tweak, and the stability is very good.
You may not need to muck around with GPS Locking at all.

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