Monday, December 8, 2014

My antenna setup. A Hygain TH6-DXX on the bottom, Cushcraft 13 Element 2Mtr Yagi in the middle and a Diamond 2Mtr/70Cm on top.
I rebuilt the TH6-DXX last year (I'll post some pics of the rebuild later this week). It all sits on 62 feet of Rhon tilt-over tower. The Rotor is a Ham IV.

The section of pipe below the TH6 is for my wire antennas to hang. I have pulleys mounted on each end.



I have to rebuild my 6 Element 6Mtr Yagi that was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. that will be a project for next spring.

Stay tuned for more pics.
73... Bob de k2ki

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

FT232RL FTDI232 USB to TTL Serial Adapter Module for Arduino Mini Port 3.3V 5.5V

I bought this interesting device on Ebay that I hope will allow me to computer control my Kenwood TS-690S from HRD.

It cost a Whopping $3.83 with free shipping so if it doesn't work, then I am not out a lot of  money.

Now, my eyes are not as good as they used to be so I can't tell if the FT232RL chip is one of the counterfeit chips that are flooding the market but I'll know better after putting it under the microscope and look for a laser etched logo.

I'll post results when I try this out.






Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Wanted: Two 4 or more Position Antenna Switches

Hi folks,
I am in desperate need of two 4 or more position antenna switches to select which gear I plan on working.
I am very depressed with the prices for these devices on eBay! I believe that the prices are artificially inflated!
Or
Two Multi Position Single Pole 4 or more Throw Ceramic Rotary Switches so I can build my own. Must be capable of handling at least 200 Watts.
If you have what I need, please comment to this post.
Thanks es 73...
Bob de k2ki