Author: Michael | OE8YML
-
Broadband receiver with a Quansheng UV-K5 – is that possible?
Michael OE8YML has long been fascinated by Quansheng devices. He was particularly interested in developing a cost-effective broadband receiver. Although there were already various kits on the market, none initially fully met his requirements. The turning point came through Paul OM0ET, who runs an excellent YouTube channel for amateur radio. In one of his videos,…
-
HackRF Portapack Maymem H4M
The discovery I am constantly looking for interesting devices, kits, etc. During my online research I came across the PortaPack Mayhem MH4 – a promising SDR system for technology enthusiasts. After ordering, a waiting period of about a month began. When the package finally arrived it contained: Overview The PortaPack Mayhem MH4 is a highly…
-
How POTA fever caught us
Last year, after POTA fever caught me and my XYL Sandra, OE4SLC, I attempted my first activation right near our QTH. Equipped with the JPC-12 antenna and the IC-705 with 10W power, we went out into the park. The setup was initially simple, but still exciting. The battery was an Ermit 18A, and although it…
-
Martin OE8KKK – The veteran of the Carinthian QRGs
There are names that are not only well known in amateur radio, but are almost legendary. One of them is undoubtedly Martin, “da Tino” OE8KKK, a man whose reputation resonates far beyond the borders of Carinthia – not least thanks to his impressive antenna systems that would make even NASA scientists jealous. The Antenna Galaxy…
-
Emergency power supply with discarded batteries
For our project “2nd Life for GEL batteries” we converted two 140Ah GEL batteries from a UPS system. These batteries, which had to be replaced due to their age, should be given a second chance at the Shack. Our procedure is explained step by step here. The start: voltage test and charging process After collection,…
-
Track air traffic live: SDRangel & RTL-SDR as ADS-B receivers
At the flea market in Vienna Aderklaa, in addition to the sale of used goods, there was also an interesting conversation with the radio amateur OE3LCR. He explained how to receive aircraft data inexpensively using simple equipment. After this conversation I found a suitable video from Arthur DL2ART (channel “Funkwelle”), which confirms that reception is…
-
Experiments with self-sufficient power supply for our radio station
After repowering our roof PV system after 10 years of operation, a few older PV modules remained that are ideal for experiments and craft projects, such as the emergency power supply for our radio systems. The bottleneck for us is now simply the space on the roof or other suitable areas where you can mount…
-
Common Mode Current Indicator for Shortwave
This project article describes step by step the construction of a sheath wave indicator that shows directly on the coaxial cable whether sheath waves are being generated. When sheath waves occur, an LED lights up. The idea for this project originally came from Heinz, DL8MH, who presented it in one of his YouTube videos. This…
-
New tools on our website
We are pleased to introduce you to a number of useful tools and calculators on our website! These new features are specifically designed for radio amateurs and help to perform calculations, understand radio conditions and obtain live data for radio operations. An exciting update for anyone who wants to improve their radio practice or gain…
-
Turn old into new – recycle batteries and use them for radio activities
Recycling is worth it! Our amateur radio club Spittal Drau has impressively proven this. At the beginning of this year, one of our members received a special gift basket from a radio amateur friend from OE7 / Tyrol – it contained dismantled battery blocks. They immediately went to work to discover the potential of these…
-
Project: Frank-N-Stein radio devices USB charger
Sometimes you are faced with the problem that a radio has lost its charger or is defective. The “Frank-N-Stein” project created exactly such a case. An old radio without a charger was equipped with a 2S 1A Type C charger board, which can now charge the battery via USB-C. With a maximum charging power of…
-
Self-sufficient radio weekend in the Hohe Tauern
We are invited to spend the Pentecost weekend in a hunting lodge in the Carinthian Hohe Tauern. We are Sabine OE5SLE and I Manfred OE5MBP. Sabine discovered Bergfunken 4 years ago after getting her license, and we have already activated a few SOTA summits. Now we would like to try out a self-sufficient radio weekend.…
-
Insight into the BrandMeister DMR network functions
The Dobratsch converter (OE8XFK) is integrated into the BrandMeister network (https://brandmeister.network/?page=device&id=232895). The BrandMeister DMR network offers many functions. The role of the BrandMeister dashboard The BrandMeister dashboard (brandmeister.network) is the central control tool for radio amateurs who use the BrandMeister DMR network. It provides a user-friendly interface with various features that enable communication to be…
-
SOTA initial activation OE/KT-411 Krobather Berg
On August 14, 2024, Michael, OE8YML, and his daughter Tamara set off to the Krobather Berg (OE/KT-411) to be activated for the first time as part of the SOTA program. The ascent began in Paindorf and first led along the road to Krobathen before continuing along a forest road into nature. Thanks to the friendly…
-
SOTA initial activation OE/KT-411 Krobather Berg
On August 14, 2024, Michael, OE8YML, and his daughter Tamara set off to the Krobather Berg (OE/KT-411) to be activated for the first time as part of the SOTA program. The ascent began in Paindorf and first led along the road to Krobathen before continuing along a forest road into nature. Thanks to the friendly…
-
Voice Bot via Digital Modes: The Future of Radio?
In a groundbreaking development, amateur radio operator Michael DC9VQ has made Nunu NARSPT‘s DMRBot available to the general public made. This exciting news was successfully tested using the Dobratsch repeater (OE8XFK). But what exactly makes this bot so remarkable? The DMRBot allows radio amateurs to ask questions via a specific talk group and receive answers…
-
POTA activations Schütt and Dobratsch
The recent POTA activations by Michael OE8YML at the AT-0112 Schütt – Graschelitzen and AT-0016 Dobratsch sites were a complete success. Michael was able to activate both parks via SSB on shortwave, once again demonstrating his expertise in radio operations. What was particularly pleasing about these activations was the fact that a total of 11…
-
POTA park activation Görtschacher Moos – Obermoos
Michi OE8YML was able to successfully carry out the POTA activation Görtschacher Moos (Park AT-0091 Görtschacher Moos – Obermoos) in the Gailtal on September 17th, 2023. This POTA activation Görtschacher Moos was not only a further step in Michi’s activations, but also a wonderful opportunity to combine the beauty of nature and the joy of…