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FT-101E Project: The tune-up

Posted on 2011-03-29 by James

So I have been playing with the FT-101E a little bit here and there and did finally check the output by simply connecting a dummy load and following the factory tune-up procedure. With a random wire and an antenna tuner, … Continue reading →

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Server crash …

Posted on 2011-03-29 by James

Hi all, Still working away on my temporary VPS solutions while I source a new 1U server to replace my old system. The old unit finally died after 11+ years of continuous service. I expect it will be a couple … Continue reading →

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OVMRC Meeting & Course Graduation

Posted on 2011-03-17 by James

Tonight at the OVMRC general meeting for March, we celebrated the graduation of the entire course. To have every candidate pass the Basic exam is quite an accomplishment and is a testament to the quality of the course itself. It … Continue reading →

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FT-101E Project: Phase 01

Posted on 2011-03-17 by James

So just over a week ago, I purchased a boat-anchor from Robert (VA2AGE) who was also kind enough to lend me a SWR meter and a dummy-load . This beautiful little gem is a Yaesu FT-101E which dates back to … Continue reading →

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