Ham Radio 2.0

Recap of my trip to Quartzfest in January of 2023 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

How do you power your Raspberry Pi? Is it via USB? Or via a 110v wall-wort with a USB connection? How about plugging it into a RigRunner or Bioenno Battery? I bet you never thought of that! Now you can - with the Switching Power Supply from RPC-Electronics, you can power your Raspberry Pi 2, 3 and 4 from a direct powerpole connection. Let's see how! Link: https://www.rpc-electronics.com/rpiss.php...

Day 4 on my road trip to Quartzfest, we got here yesterday and had to drive through some snow flurries. I missed out on doing a POTA activation on Sunday, and in the video I explain why. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

In this video, I'll be documenting my journey to Quartzfest 2023. From driving to the festival to exploring the town, I'll be documenting every step of my journey, including activating some Parks on the Air locations! Quartzfest 2023 is an amazing event and I'm excited to be a part of it. Be sure to check out other episodes on this YouTube channel for updates on my journey, and until then, happy w...

Here are the links for today's video - R&L Daily Deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 Ed Fong Antennas, Morse Monkey CW Tool and MERCH! http://shop.hamradio2.com Quartzfest - https://quartzfest.org/2023-quartzfest-schedule MTC Mailer - https://tinyurl.com/27hcj8w2 BuyTwoWayRadios GMRS and CB Radios - http://hr2.li/7q211 Bridgecom Giveaway - https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/pages/january-jackpot-giveawa...

Ham Radio Saves Lives - in this case, it made life more convenient for a hiker who was lost in the woods for a few hours. This story is an example of how Ham Radio can be a last-line of communication, even in today's world. ARRL Story - https://www.arrl.org/news/when-all-else-fails-amateur-radio-helps-rescue-lost-hiker Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-...

Today I welcome some of the folks from the Winter Field Day Board to come onto the Livestream and talk about this year's Winter Field Day plans, rules, and event ideas. Check their website below, and let me know if you plan to participate this year! Website https://www.winterfieldday.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

I found a "used, without box" Yaesu FT-818 on eBay for $86. Do you think I will ever get it? $86 FT-818 - https://ebay.us/On2YNz My FT-818 - https://ebay.us/j209Bd YOUR FT-818 - https://ebay.us/YPXmPo Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

In this video, we'll be discussing our upcoming Orlando Hamcation 2023 and giving you all the latest news and planning! If you're thinking of going to the Orlando Hamcation this year, then be sure to check out this video! We'll be giving you all the latest news and updates on the event, as well as outlining the planned ham radio event. We hope you enjoy this video and find it helpful as you plan y...

Join us for this month's Ham Radio Happy Hour! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

The latest version of the 200wh portable power station from Renogy is quite the performer. It has all the connections on the front panel, so no need to have cords coming from every direction to plug into the unit. Watch me demonstrate the Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) testing of this device with my Icom IC-705. Link - https://renogy.sjv.io/Jrx0mE (affiliate link) Become a supporter of this po...

The RFinder B1 Plus is the latest smartphone from RFinder which is a dual band, Part 90 Certified radio that is capable of transmitting RF on analog and DMR, along with having a built-in hotspot referred to as DMRoip or "DMR over IP" - today I show you how to setup this radio from initial boot up, how to update the RFinder app, and how to setup DMRoip. Take a look! Links: RFinder B1 Plus Radio - h...

On tonight's livestream, we will take a look at some of the best highlights of 2022 in the world of Ham Radio and of YouTube and Social Media for Ham Radio. I will share some of my favorite moments for the past year. Additionally we will be talking about upcoming events and plans for 2023 and how we can grow with, and promote, Ham Radio to the masses. Come join us! Become a supporter of this podca...

I bought this battery box from Amazon to hold my 50AH Redodo Battery. So far it is working great - it is well-built, easy to carry, and has a few options for connections and ports, but I plan to change those shortly. Let me know your thoughts on what ports you would like to see on a battery box. Links for this video: AutoDunk Battery Box - https://amzn.to/3WMCA2c Redodo Battery - http://hr2.li/916...

Join me for today's Lunchtime Livestream as we browse around Amazon to find what deals are currently being offered. As an Amazon Associate, I can earn commissions from qualifying items, which help move this channel forward. Thank you for your support of this channel. Link to my Amazon Store - https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0 ICOM23 Giveaway - https://hr2.li/icom23 2023 Items on Amazon - htt...

What is the Best HF Radio in production at the beginning of 2023? All of these radios in this list are still currently being offered by the manufacturer and are tried and true. Today I take you through my top 7 picks of HF Ham Radios for 2023 that can be used for a Base Station or Mobile HF operation, all of which are under the $2500 price tag. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sprea...

Join us at 10:30pm Saturday Night, December 31st for our 3rd annual Ham Radio Happy Hour. We will go for about 2 hours to welcome in the new year, 2023, for the Eastern and Central Timezones in the USA. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

Here are the links and coupons for the End of the Year Ham Radio Holiday Sales: 👀R&L Daily Specials - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 👀Lectric eBike Holiday Sale - http://hr2.li/gaq31 👀Lido Radio Mounts - http://hr2.li/1olwm COUPON: Ham2022 👀Gigaparts End of the Year Sale - http://hr2.li/dfmxb 👀Gigaparts Battery Box HURRY!! - http://hr2.li/dwqz6 👀Gigaparts Modular BackPack - http://hr2.li/abwvb COUP...

I'm enjoying these battery test and review videos for LifePO4 batteries - several companies are now emailing and asking me to make a video of their battery, and that is how I got my hands on this PowerUrus 100AH battery. Searching YouTube you can find some videos about other versions of this battery, and they are sometimes referred to as "RoyPow" batteries - RoyPow is actually the name of the app...

I built my own Mystery Box! I mentioned this in a previous video, and asked the question about who would want one, and the response was overwhelming. THANK YOU! I appreciate your support - these Mystery Boxes will help to support this channel. Purchase link - https://grapevineamateurradio.com/products/jasons-mystery-box BetterSafeRadio - http://hr2.li/jv3a5 COUPON: HR2all7 Become a supporter of th...

Last year I ran a Livestream on Christmas morning around 7am local time and I had lots of watchers. How fun! Let's do it again - Join me at 7am CST Christmas Morning (13:00 UTC) and tell me what you got this year! What Ham Radio items did you ask for, receive, or wish you had received? TARC Raffle - https://trident-amateur-radio-club.square.site/product/raffle-ticket-for-icom-ic-7300/7?cs=true&amp...

I love testing out new Solar Panels and this panel from FlexSolar was a winner! A light-weight, 100-watt panel that has 3 choices for USB connections, plus a string of adapters that make charging easier on a multitude of items. Give this video a look and check the link for more details - let me know in the comments what you think! Link: https://amzn.to/3jniRHR Become a supporter of this podcast: h...

Here are the links for today's shopping video: 🎅R&L Daily Specials - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 🎅Gospel Socks Charity https://gospelsocks.com https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/NU7AW4QSP5FU?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d 🎅Swag Packs, Hoodies and the Morse Monkey - https://shop.hamradio2.com 🎅Signal Stick Holiday Sale - https://signalstuff.com/2022/12/the-signal-stuff-2022-i-cant-belie...

The QRZ Jumpstart Program for the QRZ-1 Explorer Dual Band Radio has been UPDATED! Now anyone who's been licensed in the last 6 months can qualify for this program, but it is no longer free - BUT it is deeply discounted, so check out this video and let me know what you think in the comments! SPOSNOR: Save 5% off of all M&P Coax at https://hr2.li/gigaparts Link: https://forums.qrz.com/index.php...

Join me for the Lunchtime Livestream as I welcome Bob, W2CYK, back onto the show to talk about updates to the RFinder platform and how the M17 mode additions are coming along. M17 is the newest digital mode in Ham Radio which uses CODEC2 and is completely open source. Join us to learn about these exciting updates! @M17Project Links from today: Dead or Alive Trade-in - http://hr2.li/fo8zd NEW Ham R...