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  • Impressive!

    Im only using an cheap magnetic loop off Ali Express.

    Its 6pm NZ time.


    Loving the Kiwi :-)

    F5AFYNate_R
  • Wonder what this is at 5300Khz? - its always there.

    A quick update.

    I received the DC power supply, gave it some tests and it seems like a nice stable 5.18V on the output.

    I replaced the two Apple bricks, one for the KSDR and one for the Bias Tee, and connected them to the new linear DC supply, and from what I can tell, the "noise" is all but gone on that frequency.

    Will monitor and report any additional findings.

    Parts used:

    • 13.8V 5A Transformer (From an old Dick Smith unregulated power supply.
    • This DC power supply with a 5V fixed regulator.
    • A dual USB assembly from an old PC

    Left to do:

    • mount it all nicely in an enclosure ;-)
    Nate_R
  • Impressive!

    I've been using the HFDL extension, and yes, it's quite impressive. I spend a hour in the evenings scanning through the bands. Its good down time.

    Nate_R
  • v1.700,701

    Ooh nice one! Thanks for all your efforts! Although I haven’t been here all that long it’s much appreciated.

    [jks: edited to remove mention of competing products -- please read the "forum rules and etiquette" post]

    N1NKM
  • Antenna Considerations / Do's and Don'ts

    Hi All,

    I am considering my antenna options. While my cheap magnetic loop does a good job, there are many signals such as DRM that need a bit more gain - otherwise they simply don't work.

    This seems quite reasonable for the price, an end fed long wire with a 1:49 balun. And covers 1-30Mhz.

    What other considerations should I be thinking about before leaping? Attenuators, Filters, other options.

    I have a reasonable size section (good old kiwi 1/4 acre). I also have access to a good sturdy pole, as we are a WISP here in the Hawkes Bay, and have some nice poles that can be mounted on a pad.

    Anyway, looking for a little guidance to an age-old question. However, it does help when there is so much information and advice on the internet but no real clarity on what to use.

    Bigkittycommown
  • Who you are, where you are and what are your KiWi's ?

    I'm based in sunny Napier, Hawke's Bay, NZ.

    I use my Kiwi to indulge my SWL / DX hobby. Nothing too serious.

    I work in IT and have had a long interest in electronics and radio - which makes me sound like a complete nerd :-D

    On the flip side, I have a youngish family (even though I am now 52 - I started late) and still listen to grunge.

    HB9TMC
  • v1.709/v1.800: help needed


    Are there many Debian 8 units out there? You could always "force" the issue of users upgrading to deb 11. A pop-up when users log on that deb 8 is no longer supported and needs upgrading - if not for security reasons and at the very least as it's now a 10yr old OS. Likely be some short term pain while helping others out. Happily lend a hand to support people who might need hand holding for re-flashing.

    I might seem a bit of a newbie on here, however I have been doing IT and support for 20+ yrs and can put my hand to most things IT related.

    barneyuk