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Re: ATS100 (Interesting) Initial observations

dave_m1ctk

#33474

Yes sure, how do you mean bad ?

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On Thu, 24 Feb 2022 at 10:12, earl tasca <Etasca227@...> wrote:

Please let us know about the 747,I hope it is good for you and I have a couple of bad ones,good luck.

On Thu, Feb 24, 2022, 3:33 AM dave_m1ctk <amstereofan@...> wrote:
Yes the big brother the ATS25 seems a much better radio btw

On Thu, 24 Feb 2022 at 08:09, FenDrifter via groups.io <essexmarshman=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Appreciate the reply Dave, I didn’t even get the strap! But in seriousness I think this tells a story, this is a mass (?) produced prototype sold exorbitantly, to interested people like us to test for them.

Drifter

Re: Air Band Radio

kevin asato

#33473

The VHF Air Band is somewhat of an addiction for me as i live in the Los Angeles area. I couple that with the ability to look in on ADS-B plotters and can follow planes and helicopters navigating this rather complex airspace. Somewhat obvious, but aircraft on the ground are not really heard unless you are at or adjacent ot the airport. Aircraft in the air - around here with the mountains and ducting, i can often hear out to 100 miles with out to 50 miles being the norm.

i had a Grundig G6 that i used to pack in my computer bag and listen to planes while waiting for my flights. Not the best ears for VHF-AM but the radio would fit into my shirtpocket.

73,

kevin

kc6pob

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On Thu, Feb 24, 2022 at 7:06 AM Paul Blundell <tanger32au@...> wrote:

Thanks Jock.

While this group (and the Ultralight dxing hobby overall) is focused on the mediumwave band, we have a whole heap of spectrum to listen to.

On Thu, 24 Feb 2022, 8:51 pm Jock Elliott, <jock.elliott@...> wrote:
Paul,

Thanks for that blog. It's always fun to take my CCrane Skywave SSB, hit the search function, and see what's popping up on the air band.

In a similar vein, some ultralights also receive NOAA Weather Radio(NWR) stations. I realize this is US/Canada-centric, but for those with an interest in NWR, this might prove helpful: https://swling.com/blog/2022/02/jock-shares-a-bit-more-about-noaa-weather-radio/

Again, thanks for your useful blog!

Cheers, Jock

Re: One Radio To Rule Them All

FenDrifter

#33472

Hi Jock
I love your reference to exploring the unknown, the trouble is, when you’ve found what you’re looking for, you don’t know what it is! I have an old Panasonic RF-B11 which pulls in stations like crazy on medium wave, but because I don’t know their precise frequency I can’t find what they are, I’m sure this probably rings a lot of bells with some members.

Drifter

Re: One Radio To Rule Them All

John Bishop

#33471

Jock ...

Thank you!

My DX'ing started with a one tube, regenerative, back in the '50s. Had two coils -- one for the AM broadcast band, the other for shortwave. Listened to all the Cold War rhetoric from all the countries on this side of and behind the Iron Curtain; as well as, all the AM power houses in the US and Mexico.

On 2/24/2022 8:18 AM, Jock Elliott wrote:

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John,

I like your idea; analogue adds to the feeling of "exploring the unknown."

Cheers, Jock

Re: Today I join the Tecsun PL-368 owners club!

Johnny

#33470

Hi FenDrifter,

Great information, thank you!

That only served to get me MORE excited! ;)

Johnny

Re: Air Band Radio

Paul Blundell

#33469

Thanks Jock.

While this group (and the Ultralight dxing hobby overall) is focused on the mediumwave band, we have a whole heap of spectrum to listen to.

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On Thu, 24 Feb 2022, 8:51 pm Jock Elliott, <jock.elliott@...> wrote:

Paul,

Thanks for that blog. It's always fun to take my CCrane Skywave SSB, hit the search function, and see what's popping up on the air band.

In a similar vein, some ultralights also receive NOAA Weather Radio(NWR) stations. I realize this is US/Canada-centric, but for those with an interest in NWR, this might prove helpful: https://swling.com/blog/2022/02/jock-shares-a-bit-more-about-noaa-weather-radio/

Again, thanks for your useful blog!

Cheers, Jock

Re: ATS100 (Interesting) Initial observations

Paul Blundell

#33468

And sadly it sounds like it just does not work that well.

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On Thu, 24 Feb 2022, 7:09 pm FenDrifter via groups.io, <essexmarshman=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:

Appreciate the reply Dave, I didn’t even get the strap! But in seriousness I think this tells a story, this is a mass (?) produced prototype sold exorbitantly, to interested people like us to test for them.

Drifter

Re: Real Degen 1103 or not?

radiojayallen

#33467

The discussion centered on the distinction between the original PLL version vs the furrent DSP version. But bith are real.

Re: Today I join the Tecsun PL-368 owners club!

FenDrifter

#33466

Hi Johnny
Well done, I personally think you’re going to be very happy with this little gem! I haven’t tried the aftermarket antennas, but if you type in ‘ferrite antenna Tecsun’ into eBay you’ll find the ones that I think are made in Greece. As my main interest is in shortwave (at the moment) I’ve not felt the need. I know I keep repeating it, but it’s the clarity of this set that makes it a winner for me, in addition to it’s shortwave powers. I got an old Roberts R-861 (rebranded Sangean 909) yesterday, and in poor conditions with a weak station the 368 was better; given the reputation of that set I think it speaks volumes. Enjoy!
Drifter

Today I join the Tecsun PL-368 owners club!

Johnny

#33465

Hi all,

Today I (hopefully) take ownership of my new Tecsun PL-368.

I'm excited to try out this little radio and its unique form factor. I may have to consult some of you other PL-368 owners for "expert tips" after I have used it for awhile.

Hopefully it is a "keeper"! :)

Question: Anyone tried the aftermarket larger AM Ferrite Antennas for this radio? I'm going to look for them on EBay, unless they are somewhere else?

Johnny

Most interesting "catch" so far this year...

Johnny

#33464

Hi all,

Wanted to share my latest "most interesting catch of 2022".

Radio Used: My tiny Eton Elite Mini

Last night I grabbed WIRV AM 1550 in Irvine, Kentucky.

This is only about 300 miles from my house, but what makes it cool to me is that their nighttime power is ONLY 5 watts!

Pretty Neato! :)

Johnny

Re: One Radio To Rule Them All

Jock Elliott

#33463

John,

I like your idea; analogue adds to the feeling of "exploring the unknown."

Cheers, Jock

Re: ATS100 (Interesting) Initial observations

earl tasca

#33462

Please let us know about the 747,I hope it is good for you and I have a couple of bad ones,good luck.

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On Thu, Feb 24, 2022, 3:33 AM dave_m1ctk <amstereofan@...> wrote:

Yes the big brother the ATS25 seems a much better radio btw

On Thu, 24 Feb 2022 at 08:09, FenDrifter via groups.io <essexmarshman=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Appreciate the reply Dave, I didn’t even get the strap! But in seriousness I think this tells a story, this is a mass (?) produced prototype sold exorbitantly, to interested people like us to test for them.

Drifter

Re: Air Band Radio

Jock Elliott

#33461

Paul,

Thanks for that blog. It's always fun to take my CCrane Skywave SSB, hit the search function, and see what's popping up on the air band.

In a similar vein, some ultralights also receive NOAA Weather Radio(NWR) stations. I realize this is US/Canada-centric, but for those with an interest in NWR, this might prove helpful: https://swling.com/blog/2022/02/jock-shares-a-bit-more-about-noaa-weather-radio/

Again, thanks for your useful blog!

Cheers, Jock

Re: ATS100 (Interesting) Initial observations

dave_m1ctk

#33460

Yes the big brother the ATS25 seems a much better radio btw

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On Thu, 24 Feb 2022 at 08:09, FenDrifter via groups.io <essexmarshman=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:

Appreciate the reply Dave, I didn’t even get the strap! But in seriousness I think this tells a story, this is a mass (?) produced prototype sold exorbitantly, to interested people like us to test for them.

Drifter

Re: ATS100 (Interesting) Initial observations

dave_m1ctk

#33459

Didn't know about the HRD 747 so I've just bought one of these. Looks a much better radio that the ATS100 with SSB also, great ! Some good demo's on YouTube swayed my purchase

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On Wed, 23 Feb 2022 at 23:37, earl tasca <Etasca227@...> wrote:

So the hrd 737 was a pain but so many bands I used it in the summer outside. When the new 747 came out i ordered 2 you can't buy 1 ,what a piece of junk stay away☹

On Wed, Feb 23, 2022, 6:13 PM dave_m1ctk <amstereofan@...> wrote:
No instructions just a bright green strap. Even my excellent £28 gold HRD-737 is way way better than this joke radio. Very good for FM DX even https://youtu.be/FidBLx5CJ6Y

On Wed, 23 Feb 2022 at 22:40, Issac Quincey via groups.io <IssacQuincey=protonmail.com@groups.io> wrote:
Another radio to take off my wish list.
Does anybody make radios that just work these days?

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On Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022 at 10:36 PM, FenDrifter via groups.io <essexmarshman=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:

Hi Dave
Well I think your assessment tallies with mine, just one question did yours come in a box with instructions?
And yes Paul it’s not worth the asking price, for roughly half that price you can get a PL-368 and be a lot happier!
Drifter

Re: ATS100 (Interesting) Initial observations

FenDrifter

#33458

Appreciate the reply Dave, I didn’t even get the strap! But in seriousness I think this tells a story, this is a mass (?) produced prototype sold exorbitantly, to interested people like us to test for them.

Drifter

Loggings - 23/02/2022

Paul Blundell

#33457

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**MWDxerDB - Report**
**V22.02**
** https://ultralightradiodxing.blogspot.com/2022/02/software-mwdxerdb.html **
Report Date: 02/24/2022
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Re: Logging via Auto Store

Paul Blundell

#33456

Saving the frequencies to memory channels. At times I use this to give me an idea of what the band is like.

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On Thu, Feb 24, 2022 at 9:34 AM Issac Quincey via groups.io <IssacQuincey=protonmail.com@groups.io> wrote:

Do you mean recording the audio or just saving the frequencies?

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On Saturday, February 19th, 2022 at 6:21 PM, Paul Blundell <tanger32au@...> wrote:

Has anybody tried and found a good radio which has a sensitive auto store feature?

Paul

Paul

Re: ATS100 (Interesting) Initial observations

earl tasca

#33455

So the hrd 737 was a pain but so many bands I used it in the summer outside. When the new 747 came out i ordered 2 you can't buy 1 ,what a piece of junk stay away☹

Show quoted text

On Wed, Feb 23, 2022, 6:13 PM dave_m1ctk <amstereofan@...> wrote:

No instructions just a bright green strap. Even my excellent £28 gold HRD-737 is way way better than this joke radio. Very good for FM DX even https://youtu.be/FidBLx5CJ6Y

On Wed, 23 Feb 2022 at 22:40, Issac Quincey via groups.io <IssacQuincey=protonmail.com@groups.io> wrote:
Another radio to take off my wish list.
Does anybody make radios that just work these days?

Sent with ProtonMail Secure Email.

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On Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022 at 10:36 PM, FenDrifter via groups.io <essexmarshman=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:

Hi Dave
Well I think your assessment tallies with mine, just one question did yours come in a box with instructions?
And yes Paul it’s not worth the asking price, for roughly half that price you can get a PL-368 and be a lot happier!
Drifter

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