Reducing the Cable Mess | Digirig Mobile
Hello Operators. We are always on the lookout for audio & CAT control interfaces offering pragmatic benefits for the off-grid, EMCOMM and field radio operator. […]
Emergency Communications
Portable Ham Radio with a Microsoft Surface FAQ
The Microsoft Surface Go 2 is ideal for portable ham radio data modes, according to a series of tests discussed in a blog post by Julian (OH8STN). The device’s lightweight design, Windows 10 operating system, and compatibility with software like Winlink Express and Vara HF made it an optimal choice for portable ham radio operations, EMCOMM, or Preparedness.
DIY599 PA500 IC-705 Testing JS8Call
Hello Operators. Overnight testing with the Icom ic-705 and the DIY 599 PA500 amplifier. The results were quite astonishing. For the past couple of weeks […]
Hurricane Ida
There are very few words. Context is always tough, because it involves peoples real lives. I’ll just share this video and a playlist. Both speak […]
Vertical Axis WInd Turbine Project
Updated 29 April 2024 Check out the latest updates to this wind power project at the off-grid ham shack. https://oh8stn.org/blog/2024/01/23/charging-a-lifepo4-battery-with-wind-power/ Hello Operators. In today’s episode […]
Circumventing Ham Radio Jamming
Hello OperatorsIn this episode of OH8STN Ham Radio, we take a look at circumventing ham radio jamming using digital mode communications. A couple of weeks […]
PowerFilm Solar Panel Buyers Guide FAQ
Hello OperatorsI suspect it has something to do with ARRL field day, potential SHTF or something else but recently, there’s been lots of questions coming […]
Faraday Gear Bag from Off Grid Trek
Hello Operators.This isn’t really the normal type of thing I share, but thought many of you would find it interesting. So why do you need […]
Winlink: Who is the customer?
Hello Operators.Today we talk about perceptions. Perceptions regarding who the services we deploy, and who these services actually serve. As I learn, research and build […]
PowerFilm Lightsaver Max Microsoft Surface Charging off grid
Hello Operator. Many of you have asked about charging the Microsoft Surface Go 2, using the PowerFilm Lightsaver Max. PrefaceThe beauty of the PowerFilm Lightsaver […]