Xiegu x6100 Update
Hello Operators. Many of you have eagerly awaited the release of the x6100 from Xiegu. I thought this update received on 18th December would be […]
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PowerFilm Solar Panels: Where to buy?
Hello Operators.Today on OH8STN Ham Radio we are answering the question where we can buy PowerFilm solar panels. I have been using portable solar panels […]
Portable Off-Grid and QRP Ham Radio
Hello Operators.Today on OH8STN Ham Radio we discuss a portable ham radio camping trip with OH8HUB. We found ourselves hot tent camping during a severe […]
Chameleon LEFS | 40m end fed half wave antenna
Hello Operators. Today on OH8STN Ham Radio we are discussing a Portable Ham Radio HF antenna that covers 6 HF bands, yet requires no antenna […]
Microsoft Surface or Raspberry Pi field computer?
Hello Operators.In this episode of the OH8STN ham radio, we are discussing replacing the raspberry pi field computer build, with a Microsoft Surface for ham […]
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. […]
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.
Icom IC-705 & PowerFilm Lightsaver Max
Hello OperatorsThere’s a new video up. In this episode of OH8STN Ham Radio we take a look at the PowerFilm Lightsaver Max to power the […]
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 […]
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 […]