Tag Archives: QRP

Catch AA0RQ’s Solar-Powered QRPp beacon

Posted on January 27, 2012 by k4swl

You might want to let your viewers of your nice web site know that on 10133.56kHz AA0RQ/b is on the air…30mw at night and 100mw during the day and solar powered. Thanks for the suggestion, Bill! I would also encourage … Continue reading →

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The Das DereLicht QRP transmitter–A bright idea

Posted on December 28, 2008 by k4swl

Make Magazine’s blog recently featured the Das DereLicht–a QRP transmitter made almost entirely from the electronic components found in within a CFL Bulb. The transmitter, was designed by Michael J. Rainey (AA1TJ) who was inspired while changing a defective CFL … Continue reading →

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Work a satellite–QRP style

Posted on December 19, 2008 by k4swl

Clint Bradford, K6LCS, recently posted a link to his website on the HF Pack group. He has a great article about working satellites AO-51 and SO-50 from low power rigs. QRP HF rigs like the Yaesu FT-817–which have VHF/UHF–are ideal … Continue reading →

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The perfect key to use when you’re in a pinch.

Posted on December 5, 2008 by k4swl

I think this homebrew key by Laurent Dumas (F8BBL) is simply amazing. It’s portable, easy to make from spare parts lying about the house and can serve you well if you’re in a pinch. (Sorry, I just can’t use this … Continue reading →

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NorCal 2N2/XX transceiver kits update

Posted on October 24, 2008 by k4swl

Over half of the 2N2/XX transceiver kits have been sold. You’ll recall (see previous post) that these kits were first offered at Pacificon and have been sold online since then. If you are interested in building one of these kits, … Continue reading →

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NorCal offering limited run of 2N2/XX transceivers

Posted on October 11, 2008 by k4swl

The NorCal QRP club is offering a limited run of their PN2222 based analog transceivers. These transceivers are based on 10 years of prior K8IQY 2N2 designs–an evolution originating from a design contest, Wayne Burdick N6KR, one of the co-founders … Continue reading →

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Impressions of the Hendricks PFR3

Posted on September 30, 2008 by k4swl

Dr. Bob Armstrong, N7XJ, did a nice mini review of the Hendricks PFR3–a truly portable field QRP radio. This is an impressive radio for at least 3 reasons: The kit costs a whopping total of $240 US. I don’t know … Continue reading →

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