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  • Thank You Very Much for listening to the Ham Radio 360 Podcast.

    In this real quick, last episode, I take the opportunity to 'say' good-bye.

    I appreciate the opportunity to have served you and the Amateur Radio Community over these last few years.

    73 Y'all

    Caleb (Cale) Nelson/K4CDN



    2-10-18

    Friends,


    In 2011 I achieved a nearly lifelong goal; I became an Amateur Radio Operator.

    In 2014 I began, as a means to scratch an itch, an Amateur Radio Podcast.

    The podcast, then named ‘Fo Time’ was never supposed to succeed. I had no intention of releasing any more than 5 to 10 programs. Almost 4 years later, 90+ shows, and over a 3/4 million downloads, I’m still wondering how I got here.

    Through that time, I was a small part of promoting the Amateur Radio Hobby via the medium of podcasting. What began as an experiment soon became a platform for a New Ham Operator to learn the ropes. Along the journey I was blessed with the opportunity to connect with and learn from some of the most brilliant and entertaining people on the planet.

    I have been continually astounded by my listening audience and their contribution to the efforts of what became the Ham Radio 360 Podcast and brand. Not only was I afforded the opportunity to learn from the best, I was able to share in those experiences with many others as the brand’s influence grew. Additionally the platform allowed other programs to be birthed for the good of the hobby that will continue to educate and entertain the masses.

    However, I began to realize just how much of me it took to produce quality content and maintain the brand. In October of 2017 I took a break from my regular show production with a promise to return in 2018. I upheld that promise but soon realized that the continued pressure to perform and create was more than I was willing to maintain anymore.

    With that understanding I have decided to discontinue, in it’s entirety, the Ham Radio 360 Podcast. I plan to maintain the HamRadio360.com Website and Podcast Feed of past shows and content as a contribution to the Amateur Radio Hobby.

    I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to have served you and the wonderful Amateur Radio Hobby.

    Gratefully yours,

    Cale Nelson/K4CDN

    73 Y’all

  • The Salmi Brothers are back (don't miss their initial interview) to teach us about their Educational Development Radio Company-Faraday RF and some of their Outer-Space Creations!

    In this Nuts and Volts episode we get into the minds of Brent (KB1LQD) and Bryce (KB1LQC) as they break down the ins and outs of their Ham Radio venture.  More than just building a SDR; Faraday RF looks to expand the hobby for tomorrows operators.

    Join us as we pull back the veil and get a glimpse of the future..."Challenging the notion of making a contact"



    Show Links and Mentions
    Faraday RF

    AMSAT

    Faraday RF Blog Posts:

    More Than Radio - AMSAT MPPT

    Faraday RF Telemetry

    Telemetry.FaradayRF.com

    Faraday goes UP! (HAB)

    Delayed Tolerant Networks

    What is MPPT?  Maximum Power Point Tracking

    Previous Podcast Episodes regarding AMSAT



    Connect with the brothers:

    @FaradayRF

    @kb1lqd

    @KB1LQC

    Faraday RF on Facebook

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  • As you might imagine Twin Brothers Bryce and Brent have a great deal in common.  Both are Millennial Ham Radio Ops, Developers and Rocket Scientists just to name a few shared interest!

    The Brothers Salmi drop in for a conversation about their vision for the future of the Ham Radio hobby.  Raised as inventors and tinkerers these guys are poised to take that to an entirely different level with their educational development company, Faraday RF.  But before we get into the 'what' we get into the 'why' as we look back to a childhood filled with promise, learning and dreaming to a present full of building, making, and doing!

    If you're searching for proof that your beloved hobby will outlast your days-give this show a listen to be challenged and encouraged for tomorrow!



    Show Notes and Mentions
    Faraday RF- Master Plan (Start Here!)

    Blog Post: Millennials are Reinventing Ham Radio

    N0SSC - Blog Post: Millennials Are Killing Ham Radio

    KC5ESS.us  Resistor Value Color Codes

    K2GXT - RIT Radio Club

    SpaceX 

    RARA - Rochester Ham Radio Assn.

    Connect with the brothers:

    @FaradayRF

    @kb1lqd

    @KB1LQC



    thanks for listening, supporting and sharing the Ham Radio 360 Podcast!

    73,

    Caleb Nelson/K4CDN

  • Hey Y'all,
    Happy New Year!

    Once again, here we are....
    I've been to the future and now I'm back behind the mic, in the shack, to bring you another episode of Ham Radio 360 Podcast.  Thanks for tuning in to my return.  The break was a great refresher and in this 'different' show I break down what I learned and where I'm going!

     
    Show Notes and Mentions
    Bruce Arians Retirement Presser

    Ham Radio 360 Forum *Now Closed*

    Field Radio Podcast - GoFundMe Hamvention Help

    IC-7100 Portable Station from KJ6VU

    IC-7100 from MTC

    RT Systems Software *Amazing*

    Contact Links



     



     



     

    **please excuse the voice-this dry winter weather has taken a toll on the VOX

  • Happy Thanksgiving!George, Jeremy and John pulled me up to the barn just in time to get a shopping show together for your Holiday Listening pleasure! Actually, we'd planned this all along-knowing that so many of you enjoy the insight and conversation between friends.This is our 4th Shopping Show and it's always the highlight of our yearly podcasting adventures. While we have a load of fun doing these shows; it's our hope we can help you make informed choices regarding big and small purchases this Christmas Shopping Season!Handi-talkies, Mobiles, Portables and Packables all get time in this episode along with some insight on budget and starter gear. There's room for everyone, even if you're still stuffed full of turkey!So, take us along as you brave the crowds for overnight shopping! Plug us in one ear while you're forced to sit through another lame 3-hour Commercial..I mean Thanksgiving Parade. Share us with the in-laws, you know they love hearing about your 'weird' radio hobby! Whatever-just don't miss out on this episode!We're all Thankful for the time you spend with us and truly hope you and your family enjoy the brightest of Seasons!73 Y'allCaleb Nelson/K4CDNShow Notes and Links in order mentioned-Handi-Talkies: 4: 39 ICOM IC-92AD - (discontinued) Wouxun HT (UV1D-UV6D) Yaesu FT-60 Yaesu FT-65 Kenwood TH-6Fa - (discontinued) Yaesu FT-2DR Kenwood TH-d74a Kenwood TH-d72 - (discontinued) Kenwood TH-20ka Wouxun KG-UV8dW7DBO HT Go-BagEMCOMM & HT Go-Bag Show (fo time rewind)VHF/UHF Mobile Rigs: 23:00 Yaesu FT-8800 (discontinued) Kenwood TM-v71a (*still our pick for best all-around dual-band!*) Tytera TH-8600 (Low Power Small Mobile "fun radio for 100 bucks") ICOM ID-4100 ICOM ID-880H (discontinued) Yaesu FTM-3200 (system fusion) Yaesu FTM-3100 (analog) ICOM ID-5100 BTech UV-25X4 Kenwood TM-d710g Yaesu 8900 Yaesu 7900 Yaesu FTM-450XDR Portable 10' Tripod for field expedient VHF/UHF Antenna Deployment - Mobile HF Radio: 48:41 ICOM IC 7300 ICOM IC 7200 ICOM IC-706MkIIg (discontinued) Elecraft KX3 Kenwood TS-480sat Kenwood TS-480HX ICOM IC 7100 Yaesu 857 Little TarHill II Antenna K4CDN TS850 *For Sale* KJ6VU 7100 PortablePortable/Field Radio Gear: 1:12:30 Elecraft KX2 Elecraft KX3 Yaesu FT 817nd Yaesu FT 991A Yaesu FT 450 Elecraft KXPA (100w amp) Elecraft PX3 (panadapter) Yaesu FT 891 ICOM IC-718OH8STN (Julian: Survival-Tech-Nord)KB1HQS (Stuart: NPOTA Supreme Champion)Good Finds: 1:35:20 West Mountain Radio Battery Analyzer Wago Wirenut/Connector (big combo pack/best deal) Wago Wirenut/Connector (little combo pack/good deal) Shark RF Open Spot Diamond Discone D220R Gigaparts: Hytera DMR Radios (682 and 382) Airspy MiniAirspy R2 Spyverter R2 Airspy HF+ Alinco DR-135tMkIII Kantronics KPC3 TNC Kenwood TM-281 Kenwood TM-231 (discontinued) Kenneth Finnegan @KWF Budget Buys: 1:51:15 Swap.QTH.com (caveat emptor) IC-V8000 IC-7800Stocking Stuffers: 1:56:10 Power Poles RF Adapters Coax Airspy Mini TYT MD 380 Hot-spot ARRL Handbook Raspberry Pi USB/SoundCard Baofeng 888 Baofeng UV82 N9TAX Roll-Up J-pole Browning BR1035 (NMO mag antenna) Browning BR180 (NMO Dual-band antenna) Arrow J-pole Packtenna Mini Signal-Stuff HT antenna (25% off till Cyber Monday) Goal Zero Light a life mini Goal Zero Luna Heil HTH HeadsetMerry Christmas Y'all!cale

  • It's doubtful that you haven't been affected by the recent hurricanes, no matter where you reside.  Here in the Upstate of South Carolina-we were indeed touched by Irma and in this episode of the Ham Radio 360 Podcast, I share some of my lessons learned.

    Following that, I break the news that as of this episode, #87, I will be taking a much needed vacation from the Podcast grind.  The Workbench and Field Radio Podcast will stay on schedule-but HR360 is hanging up the vacation sign and going away for a bit.  3+ years of creating content and full-on engagement has taken a toll on my balance of life so I've decided to step away, with a potential return in January 2018.  A big thanks to all who helped take a 'joke' and turn into 'something'!



    The recent storms seemed to reignite the ever-smoldering embers of Ham Radio's place in EMCOMM.  No surprise to see the many hams out in force debating the relevance of Amateur Radio in an Emergency.  Since we've never settled the no-code or Chi-com debates....what's another to continue to divide the community--I guess we really are a reflection of society after all!

    Just a few days after Irma brought strong winds and heavy rain to the farm, I took my seat at the front of the room for the local ARES meeting.  I believe that communications is King (especially in today's tech-centric world)!  I also believe that Amateur Radio should have a place in the local communications response to emergent situations or times of duress.  Finally, I believe that Ham Radio will NOT save the world; but it is a great tool to have if and when something goes wrong. period.  A few months ago the local ARES-EC asked me to help get the ball rolling here in Spartanburg County, SC.  We'll see what happens, right now it's trending positive.  The upcoming GridEX Exercise will be a stretch for our group-but I think we'll weather it well.

    The last 86+ episodes have offered many solutions to EMCOMM issues as well as introducing many aspects of the Hobby that some of us have never heard mentioned on the local 2m repeater.  If you are a new listener, I invite you to page back through our catalog of shows, pick something you're interested in and give it a spin.  If you've been here a while, thanks for sticking around!

    Thanks again for listening!

    73 Y'all,

    Caleb Nelson/K4CDN



     Show Mentions and Links

    HamRadio Spartanburg-ARES
    GridEX IV-November 15th 2017 (PDF)
    Spaghetti Models- Mikes Weather Page
    Field Radio Podcast- You Need the Feed!

  • I was introduced to Kevin, KB9RLW, by my friend Julian OH8STN and his postings on Instagram/Twitter.  A few months back FSQ was a 'new' mode and some were excitedly giving it a go.  Julian had posted a link to a video on FSQ and it I knew this was a mode I was very interested in learning about!  Enter the 'Old Tech Guy' on Youtube and here we are!

    Kevin and I set about determining the compatibility of schedules and just last week we were able to connect via a wonky Skype call and get this information together for you.  While we do spend some time discussing the FSQ mode, I also discovered Kevin is a die-hard Linux user.  Kevin fills us in on his Linux use for Ham Radio and his YouTube Channel creations.

    *I've noted on the socials a few times last week that I did indeed mispronounce the insanely popular digital mode FT8; for whatever reason I referred to it as JT8 four different times in this show.

    **Additionally, I have utilized the FSQ mode since recording this conversation with what I'd consider Success!  I can foresee this mode becoming a go-to for my friends and I locally on HF and VHF.
    Notes and Mentions:
    FLDigi Software

    FSQCall Software

    Kevin KB9RLW Youtube Channel

    Linux in the Hamshack Podcast

    OH8STN

    Everything Ham Radio



    thanks for listening Y'all,
    73 K4CDN

  • Ed Bradshaw (W4EDF) recently upgraded his Ham Radio ticket to Extra Class and he wants you to know-You Can Too!

    Former show guest and current Kenwood TS480 owner, Ed decided he wanted a bigger slice of the pie and set his sights on passing the Extra Class Exam.  Having put a great deal of effort into his studies and methods, Ed offered to come on the show to share what worked for him in hopes that you (and I) would get ourselves motivated to study-and Pass!

    Question pool: ARRL Link

    ARRL Extra Class License Manual, 11th edition

    Gordon West, WB6NOA, 2016-2020 Extra Class FCC Element 4

    Ham Extra by James Thomas

    Ham Study (Signal Stuff)

    QRZ Practice Tests

    ARRL Find an exam

    ARRL What to bring



    Dave Casler YouTube

    Extra playlist - Here

    Alan Wolke, W2AEW YouTube

    Must watch: Here

    W4EDF: Previous Show Appearance #37



    Others Recommend these Books/Aides:

    K4IA Pass, the Easy Way

    KB6NU No Non Sense Guide

    Extra Flash Cards

    Thanks for listen!!! 73 Y'all, Caleb (Cale) Nelson / K4CDN

  • Don Keith is a long time Ham Radio Operator who combined his love of RF and conversation into a writing career that spans nearly 40 titles.  He joins me on this episode of the Ham Radio 360 podcast to talk about his latest novel- Dial Dancing, some his other titles, copying 35 wpm CW, and more!

    Don went all the way, in an effort to encapsulate the entire spectrum of ham radio magics with the sub-title of his latest work!


    Dial Dancing.....

    Link to Don's Books on Amazon

    DonKeith.com
    N4KC.com

    It's always fun to chat with another 'radio' guy, especially those who can stay one step ahead!  I hope you enjoy our conversation!  73 Y'all!

    Caleb (Cale) Nelson / K4CDN

  • Larry Jacobs, WA7ZBO, is my guest this time on the Ham Radio 360 Podcast.  Larry is a long time Transmitter Hunter who offered to help me understand what is involved in Fox Hunting aka Bunny Hunting.

    From the premise of the hunt to the gear involved- the in's and out's and best practices, Larry shares his experiences of almost 50 years!

    in a show 'first' Larry produced this Bonus Video to help further describe the equipment and theory of use mentioned in this episode! (links and further mentions listed below)
    Bonus Video!
    Book: Worlds Best Hobby-Dave Bell

    SoCal Transmitter Hunting

    ARDF  Homing In.com

    PiCon from Byonics

    Book: Transmitter Hunting- J.D. Moell

    Tape Measure Yagi-

    KB9VBR
    CCARS
    Instructables

    OSCAR-6

    Arrow 4 MHz. Offset Fox Hunt Attenuator

    SDR-Direction Finding

    VK3YNG Sniffer 4

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    TMR Scouting Special Event:
    Will be operating an anniversary celebration station, W2T, to commemorate the 90th anniversary of Ten Mile River Scout Reservation (known as TMR in the Scouting world) in Narrowsburg NY, August 4th through 6th from the camp.  More info can be found at tenmileriver.org and their QRZ page

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    HR360 Mention on RTL-SDR Blog

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    Thank you for listening to and supporting Ham Radio 360!

    Caleb Nelson / K4CDN

  • New Podcast Alert!
    This week on the Ham Radio 360 Show we discuss his upcoming Field Radio Podcast launch with John Jacobs (W7BDO)!  The Field Radio Podcast is set to premiere this Thursday (July 13 2017) on your favorite podcast player!
    The Field Radio Podcast is dedicated to exploring the amateur radio hobby through the lens of getting you and your gear outdoors.

    Your host, John W7DBO, will explore what gear works best, how to deploy in the field, and most importantly how to have fun!

    The podcast will also explore what you can do with your gear once deployed; Including emergency communications, contesting, event support, and of course Field Day.
    Subscribe On Android
    Find In iTunes
    @fieldradiopod on Twitter

    fieldradiopodcast on Facebook

    Field Radio Podcast RSS Feed ***

    Field Radio Podcast on Youtube

    John's email contact here

    Field Radio Podcast Show Discussion in the HR360 Forums

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    Getting Scouts On the Air!
    Following the new show announcement I'm joined by Jim Wilson K5ND to discuss Ham Radio and it's long history with Scouting around the World!  The Scouts 60th Annual Jamboree on the Air is coming up in October (20-22)!

    What a Great Way to share the Magic of Ham Radio-

    Jamboree on the Air Guidelines for Amateur Radio Operators

    Jamboree on the Air Event Tips

    ScoutLink info for Jamboree on the Internet

    Upcoming Jamboree Info July 15-28 2017
    You can also find lots more information on www.k2bsa.net for Radio Merit Badge, etc...


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    Thank you for listening to and sharing the show!
    73 Y'all K4CDN/ Caleb Nelson

  • A few weeks back in our Facebook Group, Curtis Williamson (W4HCW) mentioned he'd like to hear me do a show about the 13 Colonies Special Event.  I connected with Bob, ND7J, the webmaster for the event as well as an event operator from the state of North Carolina. I feature our conversation in this episode of HamRadio 360.

    The 13 Colonies Special Event is held during Independence Weekend each July and began in 2009, as a 'One Time' event.  After logging over 12,000 contacts with just 13 operators, it's founder Ken, KU2US, discovered he was onto something.  Since it's inception the event has grown exponentially with many more state operators and a network of help that spans the globe.

    This is one of my favorite contests to participate in each year!  Thanks to Bob for coming on to help us learn more, and I hope you all get a chance to participate and get a clean sweep!  To learn more about the Event, Logging, Certificates and more visit the 13 Colonies Special Event page at www.13colonies.net



    (28:30)

    Recently, my friend and fellow podcaster Glenn Hebert, asked if I'd join him on his Live, Daily Podcast: Horses in the Morning.  Every once in a while Glenn produces a Non-Horsey show, and I was pleased to be invited.  Segment 3 of this episode features that quick conversation as I try to explain Ham Radio in less than 7 minutes :)



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    (37:15)

    Hap Holly,  KC9RP, has been producing The Rain Report since the 1980's.
     “From his home studio/ham shack in suburban Chicago, Hap Holly, KC9RP, produces this 10 to 15- minute weekly amateur radio program service, featuring timely interviews, occasional thought-provoking commentaries from other hams, excerpts from Hamvention Forums and other items of general interest to the ham radio community at large."
    The Rain Report can be heard on some local repeaters around the US as well as on-line and in your podcast player.  Hap and I caught up via Skype back before Hamvention, and he's recently released our conversation that I share here in segment 4.  I appreciate the continued effort of Hap and his dedicated support staff as they work to bring us The Rain Report.  You can find The Rain Report at the www.therainreport.com

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    Show Notes and Mentions
    The Devil of a Whipping- A favorite novel of mine

    Culpepper Flag

    Randy KB3IHF QSL Cards & more

    DX Summit: Cluster

    N3FJP Logging

    ND7J.com

    Horses in the Morning

    The Rain Report

    **Bonus Show Content: Roswell Crash Special Event Info PVARC



    Y'all have a Great Week!

    73, Caleb Nelson-K4CDN

  • In this episode of the Ham Radio 360 Podcast, I'm joined by Nick, KK6LHR to discuss ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast).  Known around here as "Tracking Airplanes with a SDR"...there's a lot more to it than that, and Nick helps me understand the ins and outs plus getting started in ADS-B.
    Automatic dependent surveillance – broadcast (ADS–B) is a surveillance technology in which an aircraft determines its position via satellite navigation and periodically broadcasts it, enabling it to be tracked. The information can be received by air traffic control ground stations as a replacement for secondary radar. It can also be received by other aircraft to provide situational awareness and allow self separation. *wikipedia
    Nick is more that just a nosy guy wanting to see what's flying overhead, he was determined to get the best signal down the line into his shack.  From Homebrewing LNA'a to Amazon he's compiled the gear and knowledge to help us make the most of our efforts!

    Thanks for coming on Nick, I really appreciate your time, helping this all make sense!
    Find all of your ADSB gear in this Kit!
    Show Notes & Links
    @ExplodingLemur

    QUCS:  Quite Universal Circuit Simulator - Official Site

    AIRSPY.US  SDR receivers and antennas

    SatelliteGuys.US Forum

    Workbench Antenna Analyzer Boards

    General info:

    FAA NextGen initiative
    ADS-B Wikipedia article


    Feeder sites:

    FlightAware
    FlightRadar24
    PlaneFinder
    ADSB Exchange


    Windows software:

    PlanePlotter
    Virtual Radar Server


    Linux software:

    ADS-B Receiver project
    Dump1090
    Dump978
    Mlat-client
    Piaware
    Pfclient
    Fr24feed
    ADSBExchange scripts
    Stratux


    Hardware:

    Pair of RTL dongles and indoor antennas (low power consumption)
    RTL-SDR blog dongle
    NooElec dongle
    Low-noise amplifier
    Set of indoor antennas
    Dual-band antenna (no longer produced :( )
    1090MHz antenna
    1090MHz antenna
    978MHz antenna
    1090MHz bandpass
    1090MHz bandpass + bias-T
    Ham Radio 360 ADS-B KIT



    Post Show Mention on the RTL-SDR Blog
    Thank you, again for listening and your support!
    Caleb/K4CDN

  • We've talked a great deal about Hamvention over the last few weeks, and we're gonna wrap it up here today!

    Chris Purdy and I have been friends for years and he surprised me a few months ago when he volunteered to tag along on the drive to Xenia. Chris is a Shiny New Ham Radio Operator, and he'd never been to a hamfest before...so why not Hamvention!

    Maybe a little overwhelmed at the onset, he quickly came around and is now making plans to go back next year! Give the show a listen for a "New Guys" perspective on the event. From initial impressions, things learned and friends made, Chris and I break it all down for you including some insider info from behind the scenes of the Ham Radio 360 Hamvention Team.

     

     

     

     

     

     

    I finish up with some final thoughts on the event, the location, new sponsors, and next years plans.

    Icom: Hams to Japan

    4Z1UG-Eric Guth, QSO Today Podcast

    Linux in the Hamshack = Cale Crashes Live Recording!

    Bob and Gordo on Ham Nation

    AREDN

    Katie Allen WY7YL

    Neil Rapp Ham Talk Live

    Don Wilbanks AE5DW

    AMSAT

    SignalStuff HT Whip antennas (hr360) to support Hamstudy.org

    Bruce, W1GQ DX and Contesting

    Ham Radio Media Creators

    CommsToGo

    PodcasterPro from K5ACC on Kickstarter (I'm #80 in line)

     

     



     

    We hope you enjoy this final shot and appreciate you spending your time with us!
    73 Y'all! K4CDN

  • Day 2 was another Great Day at Hamvention and we're going to bring it to you right here!

    Blenheim Ginger-Ale

    Linux In the Ham Shack Podcast

    CommsToGo

    Signal Stuff (HR360 coupon code)

    HamStudy.org

    KF7IJZ Channel

    George Built it

    Powerfilm

    HamSci

    RSGB

    AREDN

    RIGOL

    TEquipment.net/RIGOL Dealer

    Alpha Antenna

    VideosbyMike

    BioennoPower

    HamSource

    AIRSPY.us

    Radio-Relay Int'l Messaging

    RFinder/AndroidRadio

    Connect Systems

    Gordon West

    Ham Nation

    DVMega

     

    Thanks for listening! 73 y'all

     

     

     

  • Day one is officially in the books for Hamvention 2017. A new look with a familiar feel in an all new Venue...and it was really a good day!

    Vendors were swamped and so were we. The Workbench Project Boards are a Hit, and our booth was very busy all day long!  We hope you enjoy the interviews we snagged today during the show!

    We love the opportunity to see our listeners and friends face to face and today was AWESOME! Thanks for making today the best first day of Hamvention for the HR360 Team!

    A Special Thanks to all who participated with us, please give their links a peek!

    Total Mast Solutions

    Hobby PCB

    SatNOGS

    Vibroplex

    BridgeCom Systems

    Comms To Go

    NorthWest Digital Radio





    thank y'all for listening and sharing!  See Y'all tomorrow!

    73,

    Cale/K4CDN

     

  • Yes, this week is #Hamvention; and Yes, it really is that big of a deal!  It's the Largest Ham Radio Event-Worldwide and we're gonna be there!  Unless you've been living under a rock, you are well aware of the yearly event in Ohio hosted by DARA and it's new venue!  The upcoming 2017 Hamvention will be held in Xenia Ohio this year at the Greene County Fairgrounds and Expo Center. 
    *Special Announcement: Hamvention Parking Hacks!!!!
    Talk-in and Info Bulletin
    Parking/Shuttle Service


    The fellas and I catch up (during a deluge in SC) on the ins and outs of our plans for Hamvention 2017.  What will the guys buy this year?  Who will we talk to and what does the future hold for HamRadio 360?

    And before you ask: yes we plan to release a daily re-cap podcast just like last year!
    Booth 6501-6502 (in the big tent)
    HR360/WB Forum:
    Room 2.
    2:45pm Saturday!
    Hamvention 2017 Program (Food on pg. 19)

    Stuart (KB1HQS) Review of Packtenna

    Our Past Shows on Hamvention!

    Subscribe to the show Here

    We'll See Y'all There!

    73, K4CDN

  • Julian, OH8STN, shares a common love for radios and electronic gadgets like many of us did as kids. He spends his free time exploring the frigid north of Finland and creating content for the amateur radio community, sharing his experiences and ideas for portable and emergency communications. As Survival Tech Nord, Julian takes his viewers on exciting journeys, providing opportunities to learn along with him.

    Survival Tech Nord
    Licensed since 1999, SurvivalTech Nord (OH8STN) focuses on emergency Voice and Data field communications, sharing knowledge & ideas relevant to the modern survival minded comms communities.
    Wolphilink Digital Interface
    Yaesu 817
    RaDAR Google+ Group
    ZS6BNE RaDAR Blogger

    Last week we crossed 500k Total Downloads!  Thank YOU!



    Thank you for listening and supporting all things HamRadio 360!

    73 Y'all

    Cale/K4CDN
    Episode 77


    KB1HQS in Print! Click for more info

  • it usually begins like this "Cale, when are you going to do a show on....?"

    In this episode, Wayne (K4SPA) asks Cale to do a show on Winlink, a mode of communicating with radios and computers. Although Cale has limited experience with Winlink, he found someone to help him and the audience learn more about it. Brett Smith (KE0EWY) is a long-time supporter of HR360 and a fan of Winlink. He joins the show to give an introduction to Winlink, Winmor, and RMS Express. The episode is not a deep dive into Winlink but rather an overview of what it is and what is required to get started with this mode of communication.

    from SV8CS blog linked hereShow Notes/Mentions

    Winlink.org

    Book of Knowledge

    Winlink on iOS? we're talking about that in the Facebook Group!

    Video Links

    What is Winlink

    RMS Express 101

    RMS Peer to Peer (P2P)

    RMS Express Packet

    There are tons of Winlink/Winmor/RMS Express videos avail on Youtube--better get some Popcorn!

    CommsPrepper

    Survival Tech Nord (OH8STN)

    Thank You for listening!

    73 Y'all!  K4CDN/Cale

  • In this, the 75th installment of Ham Radio 360 Podcast we talk Community.

    You hear me harp on community almost daily.  It's real to me, and I hope this program helps it continue to grow.  While there are tons of negatives in our hobby, I always stretch to find the high points.  One of those highs came to me a few months back.  A gracious listener charged me with finding a New Ham that needed some help getting started with quality equipment.  I assumed this would be an easy task with so many new hams flooding in...it was a little tougher than I had imagined!

    It seems that most new hams are hitting the ground running and purchasing big items straight out of the gate.  That was until I met Josh Hunley, KD9GOT.  I won't spoil the story because I want you to listen to him tell it!  We surprise Josh with some really cool gear purchased by our Gracious Listener and supplied by MTCRadio.com!

    We carry on to the #KX2forCale!  Yes, I have an KX2 in the shack-sent over from Elecraft to demo this Spring as I begin to explore QRP/Adventure Radio (gonna be fun y'all!)

    Finally, i discuss the loss of my first friend/elmer to go SK.  Harold Kinley (WA4GIB) passed last week.  In my short time in the hobby this was the first 'Elmer' I've lost.  Harold was a great man, and the very epitome of the Community I hope to encourage in the Amateur Radio Hobby/Service.

    WA4GIB (SK)

    Harold's Website

    Harold's books on Amazon.com



     

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    K4CDN/Cale Nelson

    New Show:
    Modern Christian Men Podcast