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Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

Ham Radio Workbench

This is your bi-weekly deep dive on making, DIY, electronics, and technical topics of interest to the radio amateur. Join your host George KJ6VU and the HRWB team as they discuss current developments in ham radio while introducing listeners to a plethora of topics and skills such as test equipment, 3D Printing, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and more. Ham radio is a hobby of hobbies - George and team introduce hams of all ages to experimenting and learning within ham radio, which can be one of the most

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All Episodes

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HRWB041-Digilent Analog Discovery II

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2018/01/16

When working with circuits diagnosis and design become nearly impossible if you can’t see what’s going on. Digilent has created a super portable and affordable instrument that when combined with its Waveform software suite, it delivers to its users a bench worth of test and measurement instruments in a USB device slightly larger than a deck of playing cards. George has been a huge fan of this device for a while and suggests that it’s a great option for those who need a lot of capability on a

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01:59:56

HRWB040-AMSAT Phase 4B Ground Station Design

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2018/01/01

A geostationary amateur satellite has been a dream for US Hams for years. The AMSAT Phase 4B program aims to deliver on this dream. Michelle Thompson W5NYV joins us to discuss the AMSAT Phase 4B program and her role in leading the Ground Station team. Starting in February 2018, you will no longer get Ham Radio Workbench in the Ham Radio 360 podcast feed. Please find us in your favorite podcast app and subscribe to Ham Radio Workbench. iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Android Options Our RSS

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02:15:07

HRWB039-The Ham Radio Workbench 2018 Projects and Plans

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/12/19

We look at the future of the Ham Radio Workbench and discuss 2018 projects and plans! Starting in February 2018, you will no longer get Ham Radio Workbench in the Ham Radio 360 podcast feed. Please find us in your favorite podcast app and subscribe to Ham Radio Workbench. iTunes Google Play Music Android Options Our RSS Feed for any other Podcast app - http://hamradioworkbench.com/rss The Workbench Podcast is now the Ham Radio Workbench Podcast! We have a new website -

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02:50:40

HRWB038-HF Amplifiers

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/12/05

David Shoaf KG6IRW from Elecraft joins George and Jeremy to talk all things HF Amplifiers. David walks us through an introduction to HF amplifiers by discussing amplifier technology, characteristics, features, and considerations one must make before purchasing. Along the way, David familiarizes us with the Elecraft HF amplifier line, 100 watts through full 1500 watt legal limit! Powerfilm Solar Offer Save 10% off 30 Watt Panel Package! - http://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/workbench David

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02:39:35

HRWB037-2017 Christmas Shopping Show

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/11/21

It’s Christmas Season once again and George and Jeremy are back to discuss gift ideas for your workbench! This week, we’re joined by previous guests Nick KN6NK, Rod VA3ON, and Smitty KR6ZY. This discussion will give inspire you with plenty of tools, test equipment, supplies, and stocking stuffers to add to your holiday workbench wishlist! Twitter Workbench Picture Thread - https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut/status/931740952690958336 Double Cross Antenna -

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02:16:08

HRWB036-Build Projects, Pacificon and G8BBC

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/11/07

The Junk Drawer - a random collection of useful and invaluable items. This week George and Jeremy bring you a veritable hodge podge of exciting ham radio content! PowerFilm Solar shares an exclusive offer for HamRadio360 listeners. George gives a preview of progress on build projects. He then shares interviews with SteppIR, Flex Radio, and Novexcomm from Pacificon. Our friends at the ICQ Podcast share an exciting announcement about G8BBC, the official BBC Ham Radio Station. Exclusive 10%

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02:24:45

HRWB035-Packet Radio

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/10/24

Continuing the discussion of digital technologies in Ham Radio, George and Jeremy invite Kenneth Finnegan W6KWF back to do a very deep dive on Packet Radio, AX.25, and KISS modes. We talk TNCs, equipment, and practical applications of Packet Radio this week on The Workbench. Kenneth Finnegan - https://twitter.com/KWF http://blog.thelifeofkenneth.com MMDVM Zumboard - http://mmdvm.blogspot.com/ DStar Registration - http://www.dstargateway.org/D-Star_Registration.html DMR Registration -

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02:37:59

HRWB034-Digital Radio Roundtable

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/10/10

This week George and Jeremy host a roundtable to discuss the differences and similarities between some of the most popular digital voice communication modes available to amateurs today. They are joined by Rod Hardman VA3ON (DMR), Rich Timpa KC6OBJ (DStar), David Ranch KI6ZHD (Yaesu System Fusion), and Randy Neals W3RWN (Allstar). In this conversation opinions and facts are explored about the benefits and potential of each of these digital modes of communication. KF7IJZ / KJ6VU / KR6ZY / W6KWF

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02:48:38

HRWB033-BITX40 Hacks, Mods, and Upgrades

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/09/26

The BITX40 is a $60 Arduino controlled 7 watt QRP SSB 40 meter transceiver designed and built by Ashar Farhan VU2ESE. They are available as a “kit” from http://www.hfsigs.com/ . The assembly only involves soldering wires for things like speakers, power, and microphones and also finding a suitable case. We originally spoke about the BITX40 back in Episode 26 (http://hamradio360.com/index.php/2017/06/20/ham-radio-360-workbench-26-the-bitx40-transceiver-an-introduction/) Mark “Smitty” Smith KR6ZY is

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03:15:05

HRWB032-Frequency References with Dr. Frank Howell K4FMH

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/09/12

Curious about what the “10 MHz” connector on the back of your test equipment is? Interested in calibrating an SDR to reduce tuning error? Do you want an accurate frequency source for tuning radios? How about a super accurate sense of what time it is? This week, Dr. Frank Howell K4FMH joins Jeremy and George to talk about GPS Disciplined Oscillators and Frequency References for your workbench. News Hurricane Watch Net - https://www.hwn.org/ Icom IC-9700 -

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02:25:29

HRWB031-Field Radio Maker

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/08/29

This week, Jeremy is back and he’s brought along John Jacobs, W7DBO, host of the new Field Radio Podcast! John introduces his show and talks about the skills that he uses as a maker to build field portable gear including design and 3D Printing. Airspy Mini Software Defined Radio - https://v3.airspy.us/product/a-airspy-mini/ MPD Digital Custom Coax Cables - https://usacoax.com/ Pine64 Rock 64 Single Board Computer - https://www.pine64.org/?page_id=7147 Times Microwave Coax Loss Calculator -

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01:39:30

HRWB030-Remote HF Operation

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/08/15

This week we are joined by Michael VA3MW from FlexRadio Systems to deep dive on remotely operating your station from just about anywhere you have internet access. George also breaks down his new KX3 Portable Enclosure and discusses the wiring and placement of equipment. Unfortunately Jeremy experienced severe technical difficulties and was unable to join the call. Wago 221 lever connector blocks-tech specs./mfg site Wago 221 kit at Amazon FlexRadio Systems PST Rotator AZ Elecraft W2 watt meter

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01:39:08

HRWB029-Summer Radio Projects

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/08/01

This week, George and Jeremy discuss their summer workbench projects. George has been busy trying to build the ultimate portable Field Day setup around his Elecraft KX3 and Jeremy has been busy learning more about Software Defined Radios with Airspy devices and accessories. PowerFilm 30W Foldable Solar Panel Giveaway - http://www.powerfilmsolar.com/products/workbench Elecraft KX3 QRP Transceiver - http://www.elecraft.com/KX3/kx3.htm Elecraft PX3 Panadapter - http://www.elecraft.com/PX3/px3.htm

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02:29:31

HRWB028-Microwave Radio

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/07/18

This week, George and Jeremy talk with Brian Yee W6BY, about building and operating ham radio gear for the microwave bands. There is a surprising amount of activity in the microwave spectrum and getting on the air is easier than you might think. Micro:Bit Microcontroller platform www.microbit.org George does a webinar about designing the Workbench power management PCB project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEQvaXnt7Bo&t=2430s Order your BitX 40 QRP 40M radio kit - http://www.hfsigs.com/ The

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02:26:42

HRWB027-Field Day Follow Up

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/07/04

This week, George and Jeremy take a look back at Field Day 2017 and the things that we made to make it a great one. We also spend some time with Jason K6DGN to talk about his USB HT Battery Charger and some of his other interests. Order your BitX 40 QRP 40M radio kit - http://www.hfsigs.com/ The perfect Ham Radio Computer? The Asus Transformer Mini T102HA - https://www.asus.com/2-in-1-PCs/ASUS-Transformer-Mini-T102HA/ Dewalt TSTAK boxes -

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01:53:40

HRWB026-BITX40 QRP Radio Kit

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/06/20

This week on the Workbench Podcast; Smitty KR6ZY joins George and Jeremy to talk the BitX40. The BITX40 is a popular $60 40M 7W SSB transceiver “kit” available from http://www.hfsigs.com/ . Smitty gives a great general introduction on the radio, its capabilities, and its opportunities. We encourage our listeners to order theirs now as we will be doing a series of segments over the next few episodes to highlight opportunities for this little radio! Antenna Analyzer Boards – Here with less than 50

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02:17:41

HRWB025-2017 Maker Faire Bay Area and Field Day Prep

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/06/06

George and Jeremy are joined by Beric K6BEZ, David W6DTW, and Kenneth W6KWF. The gang debriefs us on the 2017 Maker Faire Bay Area and the role and presence of Amateur Radio. We also talk about our Field Day 2017 plans. Maker Faire Bay Area – http://makerfaire.com/bay-area/ Weird Stuff – http://www.weirdstuff.com/ Travis Goodspeed’s MD-380 Tools – http://www.md380.org Beric’s DIY Test Equipment using RTL-SDR Dongle SDR – http://www.bay-net.org/docs/baycon2017/rf_test_gear.pdf SDR Noise Source and

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02:31:01

HRWB024-Workbench at the 2017 Dayton Hamvention

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/05/23

Take a front row seat for our Saturday talk at the 2017 Dayton Hamvention Forums. George and Jeremy explain why It Has Never Been a Better Time to be a Ham (Especially if you like to build things). We also check in with Travis Goodspeed, Michael Ossman, TAPR, Linux in the Ham Shack, Siglent, and Rigol! Link to the Presentation Slides (PDF) - http://traffic.libsyn.com/workbench/Dayton_2017_HR360_Workbench_Forum_Presentation.pdf Travis Goodspeed https://twitter.com/travisgoodspeed

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02:01:24

HRWB023-2017 Dayton Hamvention Preparation

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/05/09

This week, George and Jeremy explore the treasure trove of Dayton through the eyes of the builder! They layout the parts, tools, test equipment, and components that you can find at Hamvention to outfit your workbench. Hamvention Vendor List http://info.pcboard.ca/ Workbench Build Projects http://www.360workbench.com/ Raspberry Pi Boot Modes https://www.raspberrypi.org/documentation/hardware/raspberrypi/bootmodes/README.md

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02:06:13

HRWB022-Ham Radio for Makers

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2017/04/25

This week, George and Jeremy are joined by Kenneth Finnegan W6KWF and Mark Smith KR6ZY to talk about Ham Radio’s role in the “Making” hobby/community and the role of community in the “Making” portion of the Amateur Radio hobby. Kenneth Finnegan, W6KWF http://Blog.thelifeofkenneth.com https://twitter.com/KWF https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKzaXL9_V1qxGj5lzIyLBpw Mark Smith, KR6ZY https://www.youtube.com/user/SmittyHalibut https://twitter.com/smittyhalibut/ NTP:

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