Long HT Antennas May Harm HT Radios
After market antennas, especially the longer ones, may slowly break your expensive HT.
Archive for July, 2008
Unruly Tube Amplifiers
Advice on knowing how to spot the dreaded amp killing VHF Parasitic Oscillation in tube amplifiers for the amateur radio service.
JL Logger – Logger for Java Run Time Environment
JL Logger – A contest logger written in Java for the Java Runtime Environment.
Johnson Match Box works well at Field Day 2008
An old Johnson Kilowatt Matchbox worked perfectly with a 135 foot ladder fed antenna at Field Day 2008.
APC UPS Compatible with Honda EU2000
During our Field Day 2008, we experimented with many power options. Since it is a well known fact many UPS devices are not compatible with the power generated by certain generators, we will report the combinations that work.
Why QSO Contest Logging and Paper don’t mix
Contest evidence showing folks who rely on pen and paper to capture QSO details are far slower than those who enter this data directly into the logging program.
Ugly World of Generator Power
UPS units and generators often don’t get along. Some do however.
Fuel Cap on Honda EU2000 Will Shut Off Generator
Important information about the Fuel Cap on the Honda EU2000 Generator and how it will shut off if you don’t have it set correctly.
Outdoor Yard Lighting Attracts Lightning
Outdoor yard lights can surprise the home owner with unwanted and destructive voltages when lightning is nearby.
