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Ham Radio 2.0

Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

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Join Jason, KC5HWB, as he focuses on 'What is New in Amateur Radio?' during this video podcast series titled Ham Radio 2.0. Talk about new radios, new transmission modes, License classes, Technical talks and trips around the world. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.
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Podcast about Amateur (Ham) Radio Hosted by Neil Rapp, WB9VPG Twitter: @HamTalkLive Facebook: facebook.com/HamTalkLive Instagram: HamTalkLive Email: contact@hamtalklive.com Web: HamTalkLive.com Call-in Line: (859) 982-7373 Show Schedule: www.hamtalklive.neilrapp.com Thanks to our sponsors: Tower Electronics - www.pl-259.com ICOM America - www.icomamerica.com/amateur
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Join me tonight as I welcome the admins from the Hamcom Zion Hamfest back onto the livestream. This Hamfest is fast approaching, planned for July 12-13, so let's get the latest info and news about this BRAND NEW show! I hope to see you in the chat tonight! Hamfest link - https://www.hamconzion.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spr…
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I released a video recently about why repeaters have been quiet lately and I got some really good comments on that video. Lots of the comments carried a theme of reasoning as to why repeaters are more quiet than they used to be, but it isn't a reason that I agree with. I would like to hear your thoughts about this... This video is sponsored by Ham …
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A Ham Radio Operator in Louisiana was fined $18,000 for allegedly causing intentional interference on a local repeater with a digital Ham Radio. This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% off of all of their products with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables Link to article: https://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-levies-18-000-fine-on-lou…
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What is the weirdest or strangest thing you have ever heard Ham Radio, or CB Radio, be blamed for? People come up with some wild ideas about what Radio can or can't do - this is one story that I found where a Nextdoor article claims radio waves can be transmitted through... what?? This video is sponsored by https://www.pcbway.com - bring all of you…
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Should we buy radios from China? Should be buy ANYTHING from China? Here are my thoughts.... This video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - get 20% off of all their courses with code JASON20 - https://hamradioprep.com Why iPhones are made in China - https://youtu.be/RbyMvqVkhJY?si=R-15ix2QxAJslFLT Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreak…
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I picked up a new Meshtastic Node from Etsy that contains a RAK Wireless board and a weatherproof enclosure. It is made to be deployed outside, maybe up on a tower or at a high point to increase range. Let's take a look. This video is sponsored by https://www.pcbway.com - check out their 3D Printing options for getting your own Meshtastic case prin…
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Is Ham Radio legal to use when Skydiving? One school learned this lesson the hard way, check out this video for details This video is sponsored by Eufy Security, who makes indoor and outdoor security cameras for your home. One model, the Solocam, features full pan and tilt for no blinds spots in the view area. These works great as local security in…
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Here are the links for today's video: 🤜🏻DFW Ham Expo: https://www.dfwhamexpo.com 🤜🏻R&L Daily Deals: http://hr2.li/5fsa3 🤜🏻Better Safe Radio - http://hr2.li/jv3a5 COUPON - Save 7% with code HR2all7 🤜🏻Ham Radio Prep - https://hamradioprep.com/ COUPON - Save 20% with code jason20 🤜🏻SharkRF Openspot 4 Father's Day Sale: https://www.sharkrf.com/ 🤜🏻Hamge…
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In this video, Jason provides opinion and insight into why there is so little activity on Ham Radio repeaters. This comes from a challenge that was issued earlier this year, and then mentioned recently in a Reddit article. This video is sponsored by https://www.hamradioprep.com - Save 20% off of all courses and training classes with code JASON20 Li…
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Here are the links for today's video: 😎R&L Daily Deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 😎Ham Radio Prep - https://hamradioprep.com/ COUPON - Save 20% with code jason20 😎Bridgecom Giveaway - https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/pages/bridgecom-giveaways?ref=kiiqzu1uu7cb 😎MTC Mailer - https://tinyurl.com/fudhk5t5 😎Redodo Battery Sale - https://www.redodopower.com/?…
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During the Dayton Hamvention of 2024, I got to catch up with Dave from VHQ Hex. He introduced a new mast system that is an add-on to his Hexbeam, which is mounted at the top center of the Hexbeam and allows you to add a vertical antenna or small Yagi for other bands to your Antenna system Check out the website here - https://www.vhqhex.com Vertical…
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As a follow-up to the previous video that I made about the Maritime Mobile Net trying to lay claim to the 14.300 frequency on 20-meters, I found a couple of more article on Reddit that describe experiences of other Hams trying to use a frequency NEAR 14.300 - not even the same frequency! Check this out... This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - Save …
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Tonight we will go through some of the devices I have that are Meshtastic capable, and talk about how we used it at the Dayton Hamvention of 2024. What were the results and what was the experience like? Come join us for the livestream... My Amazon Meshtastic List - https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/3I3SR75B2S4RF?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_…
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In this video, Jason talks about a Ham Radio Operator who received a hefty fine for harmful interference. This video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - Get 20% off of all courses with code JASON20 at this link - https://hamradioprep.com/ Link to Article - https://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-proposes-fining-new-york-radio-amateur-17-000-for-deliberate-inter…
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I found this radio on eBay and it looked interesting, so I decided to take a look. Watch this video as I walk through a power test and emissions levels on the TinySA. This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% off with code HR2CABLES at this link - hr2.li/cables Link to radio - https://ebay.us/gHO0al Become a supporter of this podcast: https://…
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At Dayton Hamvention of 2024, I got to talk to Joe from ComJot Radio about the CJ-1, which is the first Open Source Android Radio. It is a Part 90 Dual Band Radio with full open transmit on both bands, and it is running Android 14. Let's take a look at this new device! Website - https://tait-radio.com/comjot-cj-1/ Become a supporter of this podcast…
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Join us for a Happy Hour on the holiday weekend. Most people don't work on Monday, so let's plan a Happy Hour! I've invited some special guests who I hope can join us tonight also. Stop by and say hello! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.…
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Here are the links for today's video: 📡R&L Daily Deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 📡Radioddity $15 Coupon - https://radioddity.refr.cc/jasonjohnston ⚡Xiegu X6200 at R&L - https://www2.randl.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=14_350&products_id=76025 ⚡15% Off Gigaparts Page - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=HR2FS 📡Redodo 100AH Mini Battery -…
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I tested a new Baofeng Radio, the UV-25, which is the largest Baofeng I have ever seen. Let's take a look at the menus and settings of the radio, test the output power, and then put it on the TinySA to see how it performs. This video is sponsored by https://www.pcbway.com/ - bring all of your ideas to life with their professional grade CNC and 3D P…
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Expert Amplifiers was represented by MTC Radio at the Dayton Hamvention of 2024 - they have a new Amp they just revealed, which will be available later this Summer. Take a look! Link - https://www.mtcradio.com/spe-expert-1-5k-fa-taurus-coming-soon/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.…
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$150 for a Ham-made hotspot that is called the Hamspot. This is designed and sold by Colin, K0NNK. Find his website here - https://hamspot.square.site This video is sponsored by LDG Electronics. Save 20% off of their entire inventory during the Dayton Hamvention 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-…
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In this video, Jason talks about a CB Operator who received a hefty fine for harmful interference and refusing to respond to letters and warnings from the FCC. This video is sponsored by LDG Electronics - save 20% off of everything from LDG at the Dayton Hamvention of 2024. Stop by the Gigaparts booth to see their full line of products. Link to Art…
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Meshtastic is a great way to use a license-free communications system via text messaging. It uses LoRa, which is a long-range radio system, to communicate. I've had a few of these devices for a while and I am getting them setup to take to Dayton Hamvention next week. In this video I show how to flash 2 different models of units and how they work to…
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Here are the links for today's video: 😎R&L Daily Deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 😎Lectric eBike Mother's Day Sale - https://alnk.to/eDQYRer 😎Ecoflow Mother's Day Sale - https://us.ecoflow.com/pages/mother-day?aff=668 😎Redodo Battery Mother's Day Sale - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D 😎Gigaparts Mystery Box - https://www.gigaparts.com/brown-bo…
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Who owns the frequency on the HF Ham Radio Bands? If a Net runs every day at a specific time, does that mean they "own" the frequency? Do you have to move off of "their frequency" if you are using it before they start their net? This is an article that I found very interesting - stick around to hear my insights and opinions on this topic This video…
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This is a story about a POTA Activation where a Ham Radio operator got stranded in Death Valley and used Ham Radio to communicate outside of the area and ask for help. This video is sponsored by https://pcbway.com - Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Article - https://www.arrl.o…
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Tonight I welcome to folks who are in charge of Hamcon Zion, which is a new Hamfest for 2024, and will be the ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Convention. The show takes place on July 12-13 of 2024.Find more info here - https://www.hamconzion.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.…
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George and Mike’s Excellent Adventure to Dayton Hamvention 2024.New radios, old radios, mystery radio and friends. Take your best guess at what new radio Icom has under glass. Learn more about the new Flex radios. Visit with good friends we all know. See 60 years of Icom Radio History. And find out about Emile’s Cheap Old Field Day plans.1:28:36…
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Here are the links for today's video: 🔑Signup for my email list - https://hamradio2.com/email-signup 🔑R&L Daily Deals - https://hr2.li/5fsa3 🔑American Radio Supply Mailer - https://tinyurl.com/5n6zxcja 🔑SharkRF Openspot Sale - https://www.sharkrf.com/ 🔑Radioddity Coupon - https://radioddity.refr.cc/jasonjohnston 🔑Bridgecom Giveaway - https://www.br…
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There is a common belief that once you get a Ham Radio license, somehow you are giving up your 4th Amendment Rights in the USA, allowing the government to come into your home and take whatever they want, without your permission. This is simply untrue. In this video, I explain why. This video is sponsored by https://hamradioprep.com - Save 20% off w…
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Intellitron Items are amongst the newest items available from Gigaparts - they are every-day items for the every-day Ham. I got some of their first items in this video, but they will be adding more soon. This video is sponsored by Intellitron - Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.…
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Tonight I welcome Scott, KG5ANC, back onto the show to talk about the newest updates to the Morse Monkey CW Learning tool. You can find the kit build at this link - https://grapevineamateurradio.com/collections/radio-gear/products/morse-monkey-cw-training-kit 3D Case Files - https://www.printables.com/model/456609-morse-monkey-091 Become a supporte…
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In this review, Jason talks about a Radio Operator who was fined for refusing an equipment inspection by the FCC ➡︎ https://incompliancemag.com/radio-operator-fined-3k-for-refusing-inspection This video is sponsored by https://PCBWay.com - Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Beco…
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Best Mobile Antenna for VHF/UHF in your vehicle for 2024 - Best mobile Ham Radio antenna for your car. Here is my list: SPONSOR: Save 10% off of all M&P Coax with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables 1 - https://amzn.to/3PRUkIf 2 - https://cometantenna.com/amateur-radio/mobile-antennas/ma-dual-band/ 3 - https://www.rfwiz.com/austin-5…
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