Ham Radio 2.0

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Last year the FCC proposed a fine of $34,000 to a Ham Radio Operator for allegedly trying to interfere with commercial communications being used by firefighters during the Johnson Creek Fire in Idaho. Here are links to the story:Article: https://incompliancemag.com/fcc-fines-amateur-radio-operator-for-interfering-with-fire-suppression-communicationsARRL article https://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-proposes-record-34-000-fine-for-alleged-interference-and-unauthorized-transmissions-during-idahoSPONSOR: Save 5% on M&P coax at this link http://hr2.li/gigaparts

On today's lunchtime livestream, I will share some things I found on Amazon that you might still be able to get before Father's Day with Prime shipping. I also have a few other websites to show, so make plans to drop by!My Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0As an Amazon Associate, I can earn commissions from qualifying purchases.Additional Links from the video:Bridgecom Giveaway - https://wn.nr/f6wsdWwRedodo Sale - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D5% off code: HAMRADIO

Pecron sent me a Solar Generator Power Station for a video review. Overall, I like it! I took it out to the field to test it for RFI from the wide-band receiver on the Icom IC-705. The results were somewhat what you'd expect, but better than most! Check out this video and let me know your thoughts...Link to product and DISCOUNT - https://www.pecron.com/products/pecron-e600lfp-1200w-portable-power-station-lifepo4Here is 5% Discount Code: HAME600LFP（Can be used in E600LFP）

SPONSOR: Save 5% off of all M&P Coax with code KC5HWB at this link - https://hr2.li/gigapartsFirst look at the FX-4CR 20w QRP from BG2FX.com - this is a neat little radio with a built-in soundcard, which makes it easy to connect to a computer and run FT8. Also with Bluetooth! Let's take a tour with the radio today, and expect to see some POTA videos with it soon.Link - https://bg2fx.com/fx-4cr-transceiver

On tonight's livestream I plan to install a Raspberry Pi4 board into an sBitx V2 that I picked up at Hamvention last month. This radio can be purchased fully assembled, or without a Pi, or as a kit. I bought the version without the Pi because I need a few extra Pis at home and wanted to build it on a Livestream. Join me tonight!Link to sBitx Website - https://www.hfsignals.com/index.php/sbitx-v2/

Gift Ideas for your Dad in 2023, whether he is a Ham Radio Operator, is into camping and outdoors activities, overlanding and trails, etc. Here is my list of items that I suggest this year (and beyond)

My first video about the VHQ Hexbeam was recorded at the Orlando Hamcation of 2023 - since then, lots of people have taken an interest in this fantastic antenna, and David, the designer, has created lots of new and happy customers.Today I get to follow up with David at the Dayton Hamvention of 2023 to see how sales are going and how happy his customers are that have purchased the KING of Hexbeams since February!Link to website: https://www.vhqhex.com

On today's livestream I welcome John Kruk from Yaesu back onto the show to talk about the APRS Menu and features of the new FTM-500 dual band Radio. We'll go through each of the APRS menus and do some testing with the mode, as well as compare it to the previous Yaesu FTM models. Make plans to join us!Get your own Yaesu FTM-500 Here! http://hr2.li/p1be1

Buddipole is working on a new wireless rotor for rotating the Buddihex antenna - we get to catch up with John, W5EXJ, at the Buddipole booth during Hamvention 2023 for a demonstration. We're expecting to see this tool available later this year.

A Ham Radio Operator in California has been threatened with a fine of $24,000 for interfering with a Net on 80-meters by playing music and not IDing properly on the air. Here is a link to the story I found: https://www.radioworld.com/news-and-business/business-and-law/ham-operator-faces-fine-for-disruptions-to-warfa-netSPONSOR: https://hamradioprep.comSave 20% on ALL packages with code: jason20

Did you participate this weekend in the plaque event for POTA? Come join us to discuss your experiences and what you enjoyed about this weekend, or what you would change for next time.

Today I test a new 100AH Battery with built-in USB ports - results are quite pleasing! Check these links for more info...Amazon link: https://amzn.to/45IhK995% discount code: 05NIAIZK

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Kenwood was BACK at Dayton Hamvention of 2023 with a new triband DSTAR HT Radio. Several of us got to speak to them on the first morning of the Hamfest - this is that information.

Today we take the IC-705 Go-Kit to a Park to activate Parks on the Air (POTA) - Let's see how well it works!SPONSOR: https://www.chattradio.com

I picked up an enclosure made for the Icom IC-705 from W2HVH at the Orlando Hamcation of 2023. I traded some emails back and forth with him for suggestions and questions, and now I have a really well-built go-kit for my IC-705 that I have taken on POTA and also to several Hamfests.SPONSOR: https://www.chattradio.comLink - W2hvh.com

Join me at my regular Sunday Night Livestream time where I am inviting other YouTubers onto the stream for a holiday Happy Hour for Memorial Day 2023

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Click the link below to use my code HAMRADIO5 and get an extra 5% off DELTA 2 Max and DELTA 2 Max Solar Generator bundles, valid until June 25.From May 25 to June 4, you can choose to get other benefits:Use code 2X110HAMR to get 2 free 110W Solar Panels when you buy a DELTA 2 Max unit (equivalent to $798 off, bundles not included).EcoFlow Website: https://bit.ly/435ma8BEcoFlow Amazon: https://amzn.to/3MTKnc2