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@stevecrawford3551 3 күн бұрын
What are the dimensions and balun? 73’s.
@jrtrint1 2 ай бұрын
Aloha Michael! Nice to see your content and creativity. K9ONR JohnT
@HamHockRadio 2 ай бұрын
I have this antenna and have had nothing short of horrible results. I will be taking it down for maintenance and maybe just cleaning it up and selling it...
@KH6ML 2 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear you've had trouble with the antenna! Sometimes a bit of maintenance or adjustment can make a big difference in performance. Before selling it, it might be worth checking the connections and coax- If you do decide to part with it, hopefully, someone else will find it a good fit for their setup. Wishing you the best of luck with whatever you choose to do! Mahalo for sharing your experience!
@PowderMill 3 ай бұрын
Thank you!! I have an 878UVii Plus but am fairly far from local stations, so I’m going to try out a Motorola XTL5000 VHF 50w mobile.
@KH6ML 2 ай бұрын
It sounds like you're making a great move by upgrading to the Motorola XTL5000 VHF 50w mobile. With that added power and range, you'll likely notice a big improvement in reaching those distant stations! The 878UVii Plus is a solid handheld, but having a mobile unit with more output should definitely help in your situation. Best of luck with the setup, and I’d love to hear how it works out for you! Mahalo for sharing your plans!
@Bill-c5i 3 ай бұрын
I am currently using this antenna and I have made contacts all over the world. Correct installation makes all the difference. You can't just stick it in the air and expect it to work. Reading the instructions makes all the difference. This is an add on comment but even little things can improve the performance of any antenna. Cutting coax the proper length, avoiding obstructions, and a good ground can improve antenna performance. Three of my rigs have internal tuners and they each are used on separate bands 15, 20, and 40. Minor tweaks are all that was needed and my swr's are 1 or less. I have a kenwood TS-520 that I use for 10 meters and it doesn't even require any tuning. I live on a plateau with a fairly high elevation so I am sure that helps too! I think sometimes people can get too serious about all this. Its supposed to be something to enjoy. My antenna is better than yours. Well whoop te doo.
@KH6ML 3 ай бұрын
Aloha! That's great to hear you've been making contacts worldwide with the Comet CHA250B! You're absolutely right-proper installation is key, and reading the instructions can make all the difference in performance. It's not just about sticking the antenna up; understanding placement, height, and even minor adjustments can drastically improve your HF communications. Mahalo for sharing your experience-it’s always helpful for others setting up their own systems to hear how important following the guidelines can be for global reach! Keep making those DX contacts! What is your call? Mine is KH6ML
@Redbelly357 3 ай бұрын
A Hospital with an amateur radio license? Interesting.
@KH6ML 3 ай бұрын
Yes, it's definitely interesting! Having an amateur radio license at hospitals like Adventist Health Castle ensures they are prepared for emergencies, and each hospital has its own call sign. The setup allows the location to remain fixed, even if there are multiple shifts of operators, providing continuous communication coverage. This is especially important for hospitals participating in the Statewide Healthcomm net, where clear, reliable HF communication can be vital during emergencies. Plus, all the standard amateur radio rules apply, keeping everything consistent and regulated. Mahalo for your comment and interest in how amateur radio supports emergency preparedness!
@harrypitts7389 3 ай бұрын
AH6V
@harrypitts7389 3 ай бұрын
AH6V
@KH6WI 4 ай бұрын
I listened for you for a while when i got the ham alert saying you were active. Sadly i didn't hear you😢
@KH6ML 3 ай бұрын
Aloha Eric! Sorry to have missed you again!!
@N4EJM 4 ай бұрын
Interesting that I can’t get my 878 to transmit. If I hook up FT3 it works fine. Wonder what setting in the 878 needs to be changed.
@KH6ML 3 ай бұрын
I wish I knew how to help best of luck
@BG2BJI 4 ай бұрын
fx4cr hf 🎉
@michaelgreis4037 4 ай бұрын
Followed the download directions. Followed everything in this video and I get this message; Failure to start. C:\Silabs\MCU\CP210x\Windows_2K\CP210xVCPinstaller.exe
@kc1jvd105 5 ай бұрын
nice setup
@KH6ML 4 ай бұрын
MAHALO for the kind words! Hope to catch you on the air!
@branvinivideo 6 ай бұрын
Looks like this feature is grayed out for most users since it's a paid feature?
@KH6ML 6 ай бұрын
Just tried it and it works great, Free? Not sure where your issue is?
@murilorodrigues776 6 ай бұрын
So many unnecessary and, sometimes, malicious criticisms. I see the work and the idea of having an emergency radio station set up in a hospital in a fantastic way, almost nowhere in the world does this happen. Congratulations to everyone involved in the project and keep up the excellent work. that in the future other locations may have emergency amateur radio stations set up. 73 from Brazil, PY2DS
@KH6ML 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words. The hospital requested our assistance, and we were more than happy to help. Given Hawaii's remote location and Oahu's history of landslides and communication issues, having an emergency radio station is crucial. It’s important that they have a reliable and affordable communication option in place. They also have other means of communication, but this setup can be extremely beneficial. Our group regularly practices using both SSB Voice and Winlink with VARA HF to ensure readiness. Thank you once again for your support. 73 from Hawaii, KH6ML.
@YouMissed_Trump2024 6 ай бұрын
Can you provide the info on the bracket mounting parts. Thanks
@KH6ML 6 ай бұрын
Take a look at DX Engineering OMNI-TILT™ Vertical Antenna Tilt Bases DXE-OMNITILT-1P
@frankenscience3553 6 ай бұрын
what antenna is that?
@KH6ML 6 ай бұрын
Comet CHA250B HF/VHF Vertical Antenna. The CHA-250B www.cometantenna.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/CHA-250B_instructions.pdf
@frankenscience3553 6 ай бұрын
@@KH6ML thankyou kind sir.
@flightstatic4662 6 ай бұрын
And I thought I'm cool over here with my 1/4 vertical and 100w lmao, awesome install
@KH6ML 6 ай бұрын
You are cool! Running 100w here too! Thanks for the kind words!
@Antonio30ir103 7 ай бұрын
Good video. Do you know how to expand frequency range by keypad? Thanks in advance.
@KH6ML 6 ай бұрын
Not that I know of
@randyumfleet8694 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. I just got my 705 and the first thing I thought about was how to mount it for use.
@KH6ML 6 ай бұрын
Glad I could help
@NebulaHatesWatchdog 7 ай бұрын
“HAMS” no need for capitalization, it’s not an acronym ;)
@KH6ML 7 ай бұрын
Mahalo for the comment and the thumbs up. I hear you!
@michaelgreis4037 7 ай бұрын
Aloha Michael. I have the new digirig, and cables. I went to driver download site Silabs and viewed 10 downloads. Which one of those, 10 downloads should I use?
@KH6ML 7 ай бұрын
Did you find what you needed?
@michaelgreis4037 8 ай бұрын
Is that the same way you would setup the digirig and anytone 878 for packet?
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
Aloha Michael! Yes same for packet. I have used with Packet winlink and APRS apps. Let me know how it goes!
@michaelgreis4037 7 ай бұрын
@@KH6ML Aloha Michael. I have the new digirig, and cables. I went to driver download site Silabs and viewed 10 downloads. Which one of those, 10 downloads should I use?
@KH6ML 7 ай бұрын
@@michaelgreis4037 Did you get it to work?
@albertrivera292 8 ай бұрын
Spectacular views and setup! Have FUN!
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
Aloha Albert! Mahalo for the kind comment! It was fun!
@tlcgolden 8 ай бұрын
Hey I take mine in the car while my daughter drives and I send messages over 40-20-10 and 6 meters. See If you can hit the Winlink VARA HF I run . 24/7 . WC4FM. Enjoy your videos.
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
Where is your gateway? I will try.
@tlcgolden 8 ай бұрын
@@KH6ML I'm listed in the channel selection on the Winlink Vara hf session mode.b
@ericwalker3368 8 ай бұрын
What type of computer was that?
@kamaaina2012 8 ай бұрын
excellent suggestion, take it anywhere traveling.. nice loop frame too..
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
Yes, you are right! Mahalo for the commet
@patrickdonegan9559 8 ай бұрын
primer is not needed as it will not be holding water.
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
No sure if you mean painting it?
@patrickdonegan9559 8 ай бұрын
@@KH6ML oh, I used to be KH6FP - then i let it lapse. I am referring to the PVC piping. primer is not needed if there will be no water or air used.
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
@@patrickdonegan9559 Got it Thanks!!! I did not know that! Still white for now.
@maav 9 ай бұрын
What are you using for interface between radio and PC? I picked up a signalink. Wondering if digital mode or not.
@KH6ML 9 ай бұрын
YES work great. More info at tigertronics.shop/shop/ols/products/slusb135
@hotforrobot 10 ай бұрын
Nice to see another FX-4CR in Hawaii. I have one coming soon and can't wait. Digi in a small 20w package is exactly why I picked it up. See you on the air! Aloha and 73
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
RIGHT ON! I like it alot! What is your call?
@mikemkx4598 10 ай бұрын
To make the build quicker, colour code each of the pieces ! Great video ! 73 Mike VE3MKX
@KH6ML 10 ай бұрын
Great tip to color code for faster install!
@patrickdonegan9559 8 ай бұрын
with "plastic paint"
@animehawaiiTECH 10 ай бұрын
Great content DE NH7I
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
NH7I mahalo for the kind words!!
@appalachianunderground8474 Жыл бұрын
✝️ still praying for y’all from Alabama
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
BIG Mahalo!!!! Hope to hear you on the air!
@hardwired3640 Жыл бұрын
Lima, not London
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
Yes Sir! I did try calling before but was not able to get in with Lima.... Sometimes London is used when they can't make me out.....
@Johnysoutherner Жыл бұрын
Damn phonetic police need to just shutup & sitdown
@yv6eda Жыл бұрын
Very hard times! Sorry!
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
Mahalo for the kind words. The people of Hawaii are resilient.
@ccrews0612 Жыл бұрын
Curious about your antenna. Does it need a counterpoise? Why/why not?
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
chameleonantenna.com/shop-here/ols/products/cha-lefs-8010. Great question I do believe the coax is working in conjunction.
@hamradiomobile Жыл бұрын
Nice video, it took me 30 yrs to work hawaii but worked the island a few times now from the mobile. Hope to work you sometime from Scotland 73 MM5AJN/M Duncan
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
Aloha Duncan! Sound great! On 20m meters is the best for me to get into Scotland! Hope to catch you on the air soon! ALOHA and 73 KH6ML
@forgetyourlife Жыл бұрын
What does the LEN feature do. It’s on the right under DSP
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
Aloha still learning about it!
@forgetyourlife Жыл бұрын
lol, seems no one quite knows. I’ve asked about a dozen KZbinrs so far.
@BG2BJI Жыл бұрын
FX4CR ，20w，diy😊bg2fx
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
great radio having fun
@nealzebub Жыл бұрын
This is so re-watchable, trying to understand the details of what was happening. I think it's good that there were some little problems, to show how the workarounds...worked. Why use packet and Vara? Couldn't Vara be configured as the APRS KISS TNC? What radios are people using? Switching between voice and data on some radios requires fiddling with menus. Is there a doc of examples setups?
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
Great comments. I can recall if Vara AC already had APRS Kiss. when this video came out.
@DC7RF Жыл бұрын
Just impressive 👍 73 de DC7RF
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
Oliver is great! Thanks are you using Vara?
@tronskifpv Жыл бұрын
Thank you! New HF guy here. What a surprise to hear you guys booming into southern California last night
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure! HIHI Great to have you on HF what is your call? I'm KH6ML
@bigbruno200 Жыл бұрын
Looking for Hawaii for my WAS...been trying for 53 years. I'm 67. NS3R
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
Aloha NS3R! Did it happen?
@Starkillr1 Жыл бұрын
since when is it cool to waste time watching people struggle in the matrix?
@KH6ML 8 ай бұрын
I think from the first Matrix...Hi Hi
@alfredkwok9239 Жыл бұрын
This HF vertical antenna is just the dummy load and the efficiency is very low
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
Guess what it works.......Is there better antennas...sure..... are there worst antenna sure...... This video is to highlight the volunteers that installed it for the hospital. 73
@roberttraylor1392 Жыл бұрын
i have the dr-06t 6 meter version brand new i cant hit and 6 meter repeater wondering if my antenna to low are what any input will help im not far away from the mountains here in san bernardino county
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
You just need to play radio and move things around till it work! Any luck?
@roberttraylor1392 Жыл бұрын
ty@@KH6ML
@Climb1Maintain Жыл бұрын
Cool feature!
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
You should try it out! Fun time to learn a new skill!
@Climb1Maintain Жыл бұрын
@@KH6ML Sure, It can give my friends a surprise, that sending email without Internet🤣 73 de BV3VB
@sp3tsp3t95 Жыл бұрын
WOW AMAZING
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
It was great day!
@KenziBabenzi Жыл бұрын
Is this a tube radio?
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
HAHAHa no it is a SDR
@gliderrider Жыл бұрын
What antenna were you using? De n5vwn
@KH6ML Жыл бұрын
G5RV JR, WITH NO TUNER