Monthly Archives: October 2011

Softrock part 02

So today I have the day off and so I decided that I would complete more of the Softrock RXTX ensemble II kit that I recently received. Two nights ago I completed the +12V and +5V power supply module and … Continue reading

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Softrock SDR RX/TX Ensemble Kit

So a couple of days ago I received two packages containing all the kit components for a Softrock SDR RX/TX kit which is a software defined radio system capable of an output of 1W. I am excited for this project … Continue reading

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My first lecture – Chapter 09: Magnetism & Inductance

This past Tuesday (Oct 18th) I presented my first lecture for this year’s OVMRC Radio Course and the material being taught was magnetism & inductance. Background: A number of weeks ago, I was asked by Ernie (VE3EJJ, the club’s training … Continue reading

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South Africa on 40W … from home!

So today is a random day off for me, and so I figured that after my interview was done this morning, I would take advantage of some time away from work to play radio. I stopped by the local electronics … Continue reading

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