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#386: Build the Iambic "pressure" paddle from VK3IL
This short video presents the VK3IL Pressure Paddle - a lightweight portable paddle for your amateur radio's iambic keyer (for CW / Morse Code). This paddle is perfect for the portable POTA and SOTA operator, as it is small and uses no moving parts. The author's blog page for this project can be found here:
vk3il.net/pressure-paddle-v2/
The link to order the exact board I used here is:
oshpark.com/shared_projects/ch6BPBtL
Here's the link for the longer version of the board:
oshpark.com/shared_projects/zdbRih8h
The list of parts I ordered from Digikey:
www.qsl.net/w2aew/youtube/VK3IL_parts_Digikey.png
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#385: How to quickly tune the Penntek TR-45L Z-match tuner
zhlédnutí 4,4KPřed 2 měsíci
This short video shows how to quickly adjust the Z-match tuner in the Penntek TR-45L by slightly "overshooting" the null which each knob adjustment. Of course, you want to finish up with the deepest null possible (little to now REV power deflection). This technique helps you get close to this point quickly - then finish up at the lowest possible REV power.
#384: What is the bandwidth of a CW / Morse code signal? (as a function of speed and rise/fall time)
zhlédnutí 14KPřed 3 měsíci
The occupied bandwidth (OBW) of a CW / Morse code signal is primarily dependent upon the keying speed (Words per minute / WPM) and the rise/fall time of the RF envelope. Radios and operator practice give you control over the WPM, but not many radios give you control over the RF rise and fall time (which can have a major effect). This video shows measurements of the Occupied BW at various keyer ...
#383: Measuring AM Modulation Depth using an Analog Oscilloscope (followup from #382)
zhlédnutí 11KPřed 3 měsíci
This is a followup from video #382 where I demonstrate how to measure Am modulation depth using a digital oscilloscope. In this video, we take a look at how to perform the measurement with an older analog scope (Tektronix 485). Additionally, the measurements will be performed on low-cost RF signal generators. Here is a link to the previous video: czcams.com/video/-D-hkFkCH7I/video.htmlsi=zAfmYw...
#382: Measuring AM modulation depth/percentage with a digital oscilloscope
zhlédnutí 14KPřed 3 měsíci
This video shows how to measure the modulation index/percentage of an AM (amplitude modulated) RF carrier. The basics of the calculations are shown, as well as techniques for setting up the scope to get a high quality waveform for the measurement. Notes for the video can be found here: www.qsl.net/w2aew/youtube/AMmeasurement.pdf Related videos: czcams.com/video/i29pI7okLe4/video.htmlsi=0zx-4Rsc...
#381: Circuit Fun Followup: Trimming out distortion on Twin-Tee Oscillator - FFT &THD measurement
zhlédnutí 12KPřed 4 měsíci
This is a followup to the previous video on the Twin-Tee oscillator: czcams.com/video/KFVVozlXoOk/video.htmlsi=WV0abgPCMmj5OQxJ ...showing what happens in the FFT and the THD measurement as the trimmer is adjusted in the Twin-Tee network (by request).
#380: Circuit Fun: Twin-Tee Oscillator - low distortion op amp sine waves
zhlédnutí 36KPřed 4 měsíci
This circuit fun video presents the Twin-Tee op amp oscillator - a fun circuit that can make low distortion (low THD) sine waves with simple resistors and capacitors, no inductors. It is a circuit you don't see written up too much. Here is a link to the Texas Instruments article shown in the video: www.ti.com/lit/pdf/slyt164 More appnotes on sine wave oscillators... www.ti.com/lit/SLOA060 www.t...
#379: How to measure coax loss using a NanoVNA
zhlédnutí 18KPřed 6 měsíci
This video shows how to setup your NanoVNA to measure coax loss using an S21 measurement on a VNA. I show the setup and calibration process, as well as some actual measurements of a few lengths of RG-174 and RG-316 coax that I use for my portable (POTA) HF operating. More info on the custom NanoVNA stand here: forums.qrz.com/index.php?threads/3d-printed-stand-for-nanovna-h4-w-small-tray-your-ca...
#378: Ham Radio: Measuring CW Keyer speed on the Elecraft KX2 and Penntek TR-45 Lite
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 6 měsíci
This video shows how I measured the morse code keyer speed in my Penntek TR-45L and Elecraft KX2 QRP rigs. The Reverse Beacon Network spots always seemed to indicate a WPM (word per minute) speed that was faster than the speed setting on these rigs - so I wanted to measure them to see which was right. The basic timing calculations can be found in this web resource: morsecode.world/international...
#377: How to install a crimp-on BNC connector to RG-8X coax cable
zhlédnutí 13KPřed 6 měsíci
This video shows how to install a crimp-on type BNC male connector onto RG-8X coax cable. The connector shown is available from Max-Gain Systems. The specific connector used here can be found at: mgs4u.com/product/bnc-male-crimp-connector-for-0-240-inch-od-coax-7005-bnc-8x/ The installation guide, datasheet, etc. can all be found on this page as well.
#376: Ham Radio: Build, Tune and Test a QRP End Fed UNUN kit from KM4CFT
zhlédnutí 21KPřed 7 měsíci
In this video I show the assembly, tuning and successful operation of a new QRP End Fed UNUN kit from KM4CFT. The kit can be assembled as a 49:1 UNUN for end-fed halfwave (EFHW) or as a 9:1 UNUN for end-fed random-wire (EFRW) antennas. I chose to build it as a 49:1 for EFWH applications. Please note that the 2mm banana plug/jack is NOT included in the kit, nor is the wire for the antenna itself...
#375: Ham Radio Quickie: Ground Radial wires vs. the "Magic Carpet" Faraday cloth
zhlédnutí 26KPřed 7 měsíci
Just a quick video to document my quick comparison of portable vertical antenna VSWR sweeps using my ground radials vs. a conductive fabric mat, often called a "magic carpet". Note that these results are specific to my antenna configuration, your results may vary. I kept "everything" constant/unchanged between the two configurations to get an apples-to-apples comparison.
#374: Back to Basics: JFET Current Source / Limiter circuits
zhlédnutí 22KPřed 8 měsíci
This video discusses the JFET current source / limiter circuits, illustrating the very simple circuit structure, its operation, and the pros and cons of these circuits. The background videos that may be helpful to review would be: Intro to FETs: czcams.com/video/oambDFa0Pr8/video.htmlsi=gdJTDa-F7z9F5GHR Transistor (BJT) Current Sources and Mirrors: czcams.com/video/xR0RfmmRhDw/video.htmlsi=e60A...
#373: Portable ham radio / POTA: The Spiderbeam 40' (12m) telescoping mast and hitch mounted support
zhlédnutí 18KPřed 8 měsíci
This short video shows my new Spiderbeam 12 meter (40 foot) telescoping mast, and the trailer-hitch mounted support that I plan to use to support wire antennas for portable / POTA operations. I modified the "flagpole" mount to better accommodate the 40' tall mast. The specific products I used in this video are: Spiderbeam mast: www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/p3532.html Flagpole mount for 2" r...
#372: How to install an N-connector, crimp-on type, to LMR-600, RG-217 or similar coax cable
zhlédnutí 19KPřed 9 měsíci
This video shows how to install a crimp-on style N-male connector onto coaxial cable - specifically LMR-600, RG-217/U or other 0.59" cable types. Other coax styles will be similar, but may have different strip dimensions. Always consult the installation guide. The connector shown is from Max-Gain Systems: www.mgs4u.com
#371: Ham Radio Quick Tip: Tuning aid for Adjustable Coil vertical like the MP1 and others
zhlédnutí 8KPřed 11 měsíci
#371: Ham Radio Quick Tip: Tuning aid for Adjustable Coil vertical like the MP1 and others
#370: FX-4CR Transceiver PCB replacement procedure
zhlédnutí 11KPřed 11 měsíci
#370: FX-4CR Transceiver PCB replacement procedure
#369: How to install a crimp-on BNC connector to RG-316, RG-174, etc. coax
zhlédnutí 30KPřed rokem
#369: How to install a crimp-on BNC connector to RG-316, RG-174, etc. coax
#368: Overview of the Peak Atlas DCA Pro Model DCA75 Semiconductor Component Analyzer & Curve Tracer
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#368: Overview of the Peak Atlas DCA Pro Model DCA75 Semiconductor Component Analyzer & Curve Tracer
#367: Characterizing the key-up frequency transient on an Alinco DR-135 Mk III 2m radio with an RSA
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#367: Characterizing the key-up frequency transient on an Alinco DR-135 Mk III 2m radio with an RSA
#366: Back to Basics: Basics of the Bipolar Transistor - NPN and PNP
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#366: Back to Basics: Basics of the Bipolar Transistor - NPN and PNP
#365: Ham Radio: What is your CW straight key sending style?
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#365: Ham Radio: What is your CW straight key sending style?
#364: Ham Radio quickie: Single Sideband (SSB) receive audio quality on the Penntek TR-45L
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#364: Ham Radio quickie: Single Sideband (SSB) receive audio quality on the Penntek TR-45L
#363: Ham Radio Review: The Penntek TR-45 Lite 5-Band, 5-Watt CW portable QRP transceiver
zhlédnutí 57KPřed rokem
#363: Ham Radio Review: The Penntek TR-45 Lite 5-Band, 5-Watt CW portable QRP transceiver
#362: Ham Radio: My Elecraft KX2 portable QRP shack kit for Parks On The Air (POTA), SOTA, and more
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#362: Ham Radio: My Elecraft KX2 portable QRP shack kit for Parks On The Air (POTA), SOTA, and more
#361: Ham Radio: My first Parks On The Air (POTA) activation! At Barnegat Light, POTA K-1609
zhlédnutí 8KPřed rokem
#361: Ham Radio: My first Parks On The Air (POTA) activation! At Barnegat Light, POTA K-1609
#360: Mini Review: The BaMaKey TP-III miniature Morse Code paddles/key by BaMaTech
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#360: Mini Review: The BaMaKey TP-III miniature Morse Code paddles/key by BaMaTech
#359: Quick Tip: Selecting 10x passive probes for your oscilloscope - Bandwidth and Compensation...
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#359: Quick Tip: Selecting 10x passive probes for your oscilloscope - Bandwidth and Compensation...
#358: Ham radio: How to install the Roofing Filter kit in the Elecraft KX3 Transceiver
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#358: Ham radio: How to install the Roofing Filter kit in the Elecraft KX3 Transceiver
#357: Ham Radio fun: ARRL Field Day '22 - Antenna raising, rig setup and a bit of operating
zhlédnutí 15KPřed 2 lety
#357: Ham Radio fun: ARRL Field Day '22 - Antenna raising, rig setup and a bit of operating

Komentáře

  • @anorthernsoul153
    @anorthernsoul153 Před dnem

    Great explanation!

  • @EI6DP
    @EI6DP Před dnem

    Really great video.

  • @marilyn9501
    @marilyn9501 Před dnem

    EXCELLENT! Thanks! I learned so much.

  • @waynegram8907
    @waynegram8907 Před dnem

    The Potential difference of the capacitor or the potential difference of the inductor is what is causing the time/phase delay. A Resistor doesn't have a potential difference on both sides of the resistor component but when you apply a voltage/current to it but when applying a voltage/current to a capacitor or inductor the potential difference takes TIME or a time interval for the potential different to be ZERO or equal on both sides of the component . This Potential difference is what is causing the phase angle?

  • @gregwoolley
    @gregwoolley Před 2 dny

    Very helpful, thank you!

  • @HamzaIshtiaq-ey4cg
    @HamzaIshtiaq-ey4cg Před 3 dny

    Hello sir hope you are fine , please make a video on noise figure measurement .

  • @jayshreve4567
    @jayshreve4567 Před 3 dny

    3:33 The smaller heat shrink tubing didn't need to be put on before the BNC male connector?

  • @yo3429
    @yo3429 Před 3 dny

    Perfect, thank you! This helps a diy guy a lot :) When measure a heaphone output that can have something between 1 and 30 Ohms, will it fit when using 50 and 100 Ohm resistors and do the third type of measurement explained in the video?

  • @Sheikshameer.
    @Sheikshameer. Před 3 dny

    Great video, sir. I have a doubt about how to find the inductance value for 100 ohm resistor or any resistor in high frequency. Because at high frequency it behave like inductor how measures please acknowledge me

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 3 dny

      The parasitic inductance of a resistor is highly a function of the resistor construction, lead length, etc., and is typically quite low. You would need an analyzer that tests at high frequency, such as a Vector Network Analyzer to test this.

    • @Sheikshameer.
      @Sheikshameer. Před 3 dny

      @w2aew S sir, we have vna in lab. Can u tell me the procedure? I will check tomorrow.

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 3 dny

      @@Sheikshameer. This video goes through the measurement in detail. czcams.com/video/Pti8Erw_Kkg/video.html

    • @Sheikshameer.
      @Sheikshameer. Před 3 dny

      @@w2aew thank u sir

  • @SheikShameerS
    @SheikShameerS Před 3 dny

    sir, how to calculate the inductance for a resistor? at high frequency it behaves like inductor.

  • @nityanandadas5575
    @nityanandadas5575 Před 4 dny

    Sir, How leakage is related to frequency ? While measuring Cp -Rp it is found that Rp decreases with frequency. Please tell me why Rp changes with frequency . I meassure DC resistance and it gives few Giga Ohm, but, while measuring Cp - Rp , it is found that Rp comes down to 500 ohm only at 300 kHz. Please explain . 🙏🙏🙏 N Das from INDIA

  • @carlosjsd4348
    @carlosjsd4348 Před 4 dny

    Thank you, excellent explained, great video.

  • @rajimordecai1099
    @rajimordecai1099 Před 4 dny

    How is the antenna/VNA connected to the tuner

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 3 dny

      Both are the normal coaxial connections.

  • @stevefranks8302
    @stevefranks8302 Před 4 dny

    nice, clean fixture and excellent explanation

  • @ahmednor5806
    @ahmednor5806 Před 5 dny

    🙏🙏🌹🌹🌹🌹

  • @bgood65
    @bgood65 Před 5 dny

    Where do you get the RG316 with the common mode choke built in?

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 4 dny

      I got mine from ABR Industries: abrind.com/shop/cable-builder/amateur-radio-coax-builder/ www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-017956

  • @artbremer4076
    @artbremer4076 Před 5 dny

    I watched a presentation of some amateur radio club and the the presenter said that tuners suck up radiating power and when doing QRP, one absolutely doesn't want to use tuners....I became quite incredulous when I heard this. Being new to the hobby, Is this something worth pondering over next time I take my IC-705+ random wire and AH-705 tuner for a walk?

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 4 dny

      The presenter was ill-informed. A well designed tuner has very little loss. There may be some additional loss in the coax when the antenna is non-resonant, but often is of little consequence. I have well over 5000 QRP contacts operating 5W with a tuner into non-resonant antennas as evidence that says that using a tuner is just fine.

  • @ShirazushSalekin
    @ShirazushSalekin Před 5 dny

    Pure Gold ❤

  • @BiddutMitra
    @BiddutMitra Před 5 dny

    হিরো ?

  • @waynegram8907
    @waynegram8907 Před 5 dny

    To Correct the 90 degree phase angle in capacitors and inductor to make it "0" degrees would need a power factor of "0" which should shift the phase from 90 degrees to 0 zero degrees?

  • @waynegram8907
    @waynegram8907 Před 5 dny

    Capacitors and inductors have a 90 degree phase shift which the phase shift will waste energy & applied power, any reasons why the phase shift will Half the power?

  • @ahmednor5806
    @ahmednor5806 Před 6 dny

    🙏🙏🌹🌹

  • @nil7208
    @nil7208 Před 6 dny

    Hi have you tried an OA79 point contact Ge diode? I have a bunch of them and since it is very old, I could not find data sheet spec on timing.

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 6 dny

      Never had one to try. Give it a go and let us know what you find!

  • @flaviamolisso8581
    @flaviamolisso8581 Před 7 dny

    Really helpful and clear explanation! I hope you will continue making videos, you're a great teacher

  • @neilsheldon8355
    @neilsheldon8355 Před 7 dny

    Hi Alan ... I have an old 260 8 series (mirrored scale, protection feature and roll top case) that I used for troubleshooting for many years. When I first got it, I was really disappointed about the reverse jacks (The plug (male) is in the meter, and the jack (female) is in the test probe. With my previous 260, it was the other way around. I called Simpson and complained about it, as I only use it for low voltage work (other than the 70 Volt Line from distributed audio systems and I didn't typically work on those live anyway, everything else was typically 50V or lower.). And then I use a set of Pomona 'mini-grabbers' with them. Well, I got them to send me a pair of adapters. These were made specifically, and I still use them Their part numbers were 6-112685 and 6-112686. One of them is a little bit loose, so I've been looking for a replacement for them. Unfortunately, I've not been able to find them. Supposedly, they have a test lead set that was quite pricey #00043. I got a set just to have them. I really appreciate the info you shared, and I'm going to try out both solutions you suggested. 73, Neil, K7WK

  • @thushararathnayake
    @thushararathnayake Před 7 dny

    How do you modify this circuit for PNP transistors?

  • @Optimuseq
    @Optimuseq Před 7 dny

    I just don't understand one thing. I connected the antenna using one of the cables supplied with nanoVNA. Whenever I move the antenna everything change on the screen. Question is how to properly make all the measurements?

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 6 dny

      The proper way is to measure the antenna in the configuration that it will be used in. Antennas are affected by things around them, so this is to be expected in many cases.

  • @jansebele1481
    @jansebele1481 Před 8 dny

    thank you so much for this video <3

  • @user-zg9du7nu9q
    @user-zg9du7nu9q Před 8 dny

    47KOM слишком много, надо 4,7KOM. максимальный ток маленький.

  • @msmith2961
    @msmith2961 Před 8 dny

    Should have keyed 'subscribe' at the end 😆

  • @OneDamNote
    @OneDamNote Před 8 dny

    In relation to Early voltage, does the lenght of the line indicate resistence? For example, long line, less resistence, short line more resistence for that current?

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 8 dny

      No, it is the slope of the line that tells you the resistance.

  • @waynegram8907
    @waynegram8907 Před 9 dny

    Is thermal runaway in tubes and transistors caused by an internal positive feedback or internal current leakage? I'm not sure why FETS don't have Thermal runaway issues any reasons why? Thermal runaway is when the tube or transistor is self biasing itself to be hotter and hotter I think due to the leakage current and positive feedback but correct me if I'm wrong

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 8 dny

      Not sure of the mechanism in tubes. But in bipolar transistors, the base emitter voltage drops as the temperature increases. This causes an increase in base current, which then causes an increase in collector current. The increase in collector current causes an increase in power dissipation of the transistor (Ic * Vce). This increased power dissipation raises the temperature which exacerbates the problem and can cause thermal runaway.

  • @wuftymerguftyguff
    @wuftymerguftyguff Před 9 dny

    Thanks Allen, very useful

  • @petopeter4832
    @petopeter4832 Před 10 dny

    my best teacher

  • @SDMarineConsulting
    @SDMarineConsulting Před 10 dny

    The first new shortwave radio I purchased as a young teen in the late 70s, and I still have it, and the owner's manual! Lot of great DX QSL had with this radio. Nice instructional video, I learned a few things.

  • @FaheemAhmad32
    @FaheemAhmad32 Před 11 dny

    I have question to your last section. Where you added voltage to LPF output (VcoIN) and the PLL compensated for that by varying the phase. I understand that it should happen for the transient time of the loop. But the should the PLL compensated for this additional voltage offset that you have added by decreasing its PD output and then bring the PLL to a lock. Why does your phase shifted waveform look so stable. I was imagining more of a jitter.

    • @FaheemAhmad32
      @FaheemAhmad32 Před 10 dny

      Got it to work. So instead of what you did where you just added a pull resistor to yank on the LPF output. What I was trying to do is take the LPF output through a summing amplifier where I am subtracting the V(LPF)-V(yank) and then feeding it back to the VCOin. That wasn't working. So instead I connected the LPF out to VCOin back. And just added V(yank) through a resistor on VCOin and it worked as your demonstration. So basically what I need to do is a current source instead of voltage source for my Yank signal.

  • @ritamsarkar896
    @ritamsarkar896 Před 11 dny

    While I am seeing only Superheterodyne receivers, I'd like to know whether we can make a Superheterodyne transmitter. I think yes. Please let me know if I'm wrong

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 9 dny

      Most transmitters are superhet designs too. They just operate in the opposite direction. Modulation is applied to some intermediate frequency, and then that is up-converted with a mixer and LO to the final transmitting frequency.

  • @user-qb3zf2bq9p
    @user-qb3zf2bq9p Před 11 dny

    Most excellent !!!

  • @user-pi4fk7gm7l
    @user-pi4fk7gm7l Před 11 dny

    I was just started to studying RF, and i watched so many videos but couldnt uderstand the IQ stuff , thanks to you i can move further, thank you so much sir, u really explained it very clearly.thanks again.

  • @jon_byler
    @jon_byler Před 11 dny

    Thanks for the impressively thorough, and well presented video. I just got a litevna and am very impressed with what it can do. I thought I might "need" a better device than this, but it is plenty powerful for everything I currently want to measure.

  • @alfredoivorra1866
    @alfredoivorra1866 Před 11 dny

    Nice explanation! Thank you

  • @N.A._McBee
    @N.A._McBee Před 11 dny

    Still valuable and excellent, and it will be even in two decades from now on. A really outstanding quality in terms of clarity, accuracy and style. Can't thank you enough for your work!

  • @guloguloguy
    @guloguloguy Před 12 dny

    WOW!!!!!!! THANKS FOR WALKING US THRU YOUR NOTES,... EXCELLENT DESCRIPTIONS!!!... GREAT DEMO!!! THANKS!!!

  • @rtplayer3543
    @rtplayer3543 Před 12 dny

    Wondering what the results would be using both at the same time.

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 12 dny

      Marginally better than either.

  • @kamaloddinsayyad3305
    @kamaloddinsayyad3305 Před 13 dny

    Very nice and more informative video, Thanks sir ! 😊😊😊

  • @sharonjuniorchess
    @sharonjuniorchess Před 13 dny

    So does the NanoVNA connect to the tuner and then the tuner connects to the antenna? Presumably once you have it all tuned to the frequency you want to work (as per the video) you disconnect the NanoVNA from the tuner & connect the transceiver to the tuner. Great explanation as it makes it all look so simple.

    • @w2aew
      @w2aew Před 12 dny

      Yes, the NanoVNA is taking the place of the transceiver for the purposes of adjusting the tuner.

  • @chemicalvamp
    @chemicalvamp Před 14 dny

    I have never seen anybody assemble a circuit board like this. Very cool, And for how old this video is, you must have had a serious camera.

  • @ChrisBeiting
    @ChrisBeiting Před 14 dny

    I love my WRC vertical, but the radials are just so inconvenient -- just ordered the faraday cloth, can't wait to add that to the arsenal.

  • @apexablaze
    @apexablaze Před 15 dny

    I am giving power to my LNA of 12 volt but it not getting power power up it is generally stopping at 9.3-9.4 volt how to fix this

  • @louco2
    @louco2 Před 15 dny

    Love your ability to explain complex stuff in such a short time Alan, amazing little circuit condenses a lot like yourself!! hihihihi