#VHF

[kf4rws-actual]

The Yaesu FTM-150 is a 55w VHF (2 meter) / 50w UHF (70 cm) dual band, mobile radio that features a Super DX function that increases the rig's receiver sensitivity and improves weak signal (sounds like a built-in pre-amp). It has a data port in the back and an MicroSD card slot. Price? $380 +/- Run over to X and follow this guy if you haven't already.

[dustedmagazine]

Elkhorn — The Red Valley (VHF)

Photo by Sam Erickson

The two guitarists of Elkhorn meet up again for a bout of mesmeric drone, the sound this time more electric than pastoral but as open-ended as ever. As always, Jesse Sheppard mans the 12-string, whether acoustic or electrified, while Drew Gardner plays the six, as well as a few other instruments notably zither and vibraphone. Gardner is responsible, as well, for the pounding, grounding percussion in The Red Valley, nothing complicated but a key component of making this duo sound like a band. And finally, Jesse Sparhawk contributes lever harp and pedal steel. It’s a lush, enveloping sound, nothing minimal about it.

“Black Wind of Kayenta” runs dark and more turbulent, building ominous, western-tinged expanses in distortion blasted low-end runs. An acoustic dances atop these shadowy foundations, bending and flowering in high blues licks. I hear a sunset here, the air darkening, the clouds lit up with brilliance, a few stray rays of sunlight still on hand but not for long.

“Inside Spider Rock,” by contrast, is a prickly blossom, all pizzicato runs and trebly flourishes, aided by Sparhawk’s lever harp. This is an instrument favored by Celtic musicians for its quick, hand-manipulated tunings (as opposed to the classical harp which works with pedals), and Sparhawk makes the most of its sparkling, note-flurrying radiance, an excellent match for the ethereal overtones of 12-string.

Elkhorns roots are in blues, folk and country, though you won’t hear much of the latter until “Jackrabbit Hops” with its eerie masses of pedal steel (Sparhawk, evidently) and bent notes melting like Dali’s clocks. A jangle of bells, a slash of cymbals works as atmosphere, but not really as timekeeping. This track moves on its own schedule, stretching minutes out like taffy and snapping back in quick rhythmic bursts.

“Gray Salt Trail” is the long one, quiet reverie that sits at the intersection of blues, folk and raga, very much the neighborhood Jack Rose inhabited when not in Dr. Ragtime mode. There’s a bit of rock churn in the way that the guitars roar up, a bit more distortion and dissonance than on, say, “Cathedral et Chartres,” but the vibe is similar. The song goes on for more than nine minutes, but who’s in any hurry when the shimmer hits the shadow like this?

Jennifer Kelly

[icom-uk]

An overview schematic of the IC-M510BB Black Box Marine VHF Radio, which, when using the HM-195GB CommandMic, can provide up to three independent stations. In addition, the IC-M510BB features an AIS Receiver function with the display on the CommandMic, a voice recording function and a dedicated DSC Remote Control function allowing connection to PC console software or an external device.

For more details about this model, visit our product pages: https://icomuk.co.uk/IC-M510BB_Black_Box_VHF-DSC_Transceiver_with_AIS_Receive_Facility/Mounted-VHF-DSC-Marine-Radio

[supercatcomics]

I also posted this on my patreon in the free section, the last panel is the “extras” and unofficial ending to the comic strip.

[bisexual-engineer-guy]

How it feels trying to jump into a VHF/UHF repeater conversation with like a half a month of experience and a bit of autism:

waiting for my turn to speak in a conversation and trying not to interrupt literally feels like I'm trying to jump into a game of double dutch

[productworldusa]

Shakespeare AIS 4ft Phase III Antenna http://dlvr.it/TGvZwk

[coastalhamradio]

Some More New Radios From Fleetwood Products On The Horizon

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[genexxer]

90s? In it to the end where the flood brings it home at 2am. Meditation. Stop trying to figure it out. Just be ready to dig in at the end. Good suit. Should've had a radio. Should've been better looking shark bait.

[cbplus-radiocom]

Alinco DJ-MD5-XEG VHF/UHF DMR

 Le Alinco DJ-MD5-XEG est un émetteur-récepteur portable destiné aux professionnels et aux radioamateurs (selon fréquence utilisée).

Le Alinco DJ-MD5XEG est un bibande VHF/UHF pouvant fonctionner à la fois en mode analogique et en mode numérique suivant la norme DMR.

Nouvelle version X-TREME XEG améliorée avec récepteur GPS intégré, support APRS, roaming relais automatique, cryptage AES 256 bits, etc…

Grand afficheur couleur, puissance d'émission réglable 4 positions de 0.2 jusque 5 watts, enregistreur intégré, CTCSS, DCS, DTMF, 2 tons, 5 tons, touches programmables, envoi de messages texte, sélection automatique des canaux et relais en fonction de la position géographique, 4000 canaux, 250 zones, 250 listes de balayage, etc…

Le talkie-walkie Alinco DJ-MD5XEG est livré avec une batterie Lithium-ion, un socle chargeur avec adaptateur secteur 220V, une antenne et un clip ceinture. Différents accessoires sont disponibles en option : housse, adaptateur allume-cigare, batterie supplémentaire, microphone, micro/oreillette, etc…

Plus d'informations à propos du Alinco DJ-MD5 XEG :

https://www.cbplus.com/cat/alinco-dj-md5xeg-p-1548.html

[schibborasso]

Rembrandt (1953-1956)

[broadcastarchive-umd]

Originally posted April 5, 2014.

When TV sets had two channel knobs and you were the remote control.

[kidsontheair-official]

Calling CQ..

Ever heard of Ham Radio? The name conjuring up imagery of old guys sitting at dimly lit desks with archaic equipment and discussing what went in and out of their body last Thursday? Yeah that one!

There is a growing community of youth operators dedicated to the hobby, and at a time where technology has made it easier than ever to get involved, you can too!

If you've ever had an interest in electrical engineering, analog systems, audio/broadcast tech, IT, astronomy or anything STEM related, you could broaden your skills by teaching yourself (and getting some very real qualifications) electrical and radiocommunications theory.

Our program KOTA, is designed to both teach you the skills you need to get licensed, as well as showcasing just how awesome the hobby really is (Quick chat with an astronaut anybody?)

It you're interested drop us a line at cqkota@gmail.com and I'll get you in touch with the right people to get you started.

73s for now!

[icom-uk]

We are always looking for Icom stories to share with the world and we have written and published a few recently.  We had a response from one of our friends in Europe, Lukasz Berejowski, who is a Polish ham operator, with a callsign SP1B who has been a devoted enthusiast for 25 years and his passion extends far beyond the airwaves. He's a vocal advocate for Icom radios using them exclusively across his impressive collection and even incorporating them into his maritime communication training courses.

To read about Lukasz use of Icom radios, click here: https://icomuk.co.uk/Lukasz-Berejowski-A-Passionate-Icom-Advocate-from-Poland/4007/4884/

If you have an Icom-related story that you would like us to feature please get in touch with us at marketing@icomuk.co.uk

[ronlanham]

Today

It remains dark, gloomy, and cool. Rain is falling. There is refuge inside with work. And a bit of radio today. Using DMR and my VHF/UHF radio to chat on the repeaters. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the day

[productworldusa]

Standard Horizon HX400IS VHF w/FREE CMP460 Microphone http://dlvr.it/TGDWrm

[thesquelch]

Continuing my journey of ham radio was the installation of my 2/70 Kenwood TM732E into the car which wasn’t an easy task as a wanted it to be mostly hidden.

From drilling through the bulkhead and running 30amp cable through from battery to boot (trunk) and then the data link for the head unit to the dash. Not forgetting the lengthened speaker cable and mounting this on the back of the seat.

All in all I’m quite happy with the way it turned out.