Ham Radio 2.0

Special thanks to LiTime for sending me this battery. The test with the West Mountain Radio software did great! Let's take a look! Amazon Affiliate Link - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKR76TNY?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&campaignId=amzn1.campaign.3UARP36RCW44C&linkCode=tr1&tag=jasonjohnston-20&linkId=amzn1.campaign.3UARP36RCW44C_17220091697446% Discount Code: HamRadio6 LiTime: https://www.litime.com/?ref=Jason&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=kol&utm_campaign=HamRadio2.0 LiTime 12V 100Ah Group 24 Battery: https://www.litime.com/products/12v-100ah-group-24-lithium-battery/?ref=Jason&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=kol&utm_campaign=HamRadio2.0 Enjoy Campagin Discounts, Newcomer Deals, Military Benefits, Member Rewards, and More - Save more only on LiTime Official Website. Commissions can be earned on Affiliate LinksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

I released a video recently about why repeaters have been quiet lately and I got some really good comments on that video. Lots of the comments carried a theme of reasoning as to why repeaters are more quiet than they used to be, but it isn't a reason that I agree with. I would like to hear your thoughts about this...This video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - save 20% off of all courses with code JASON20 here https://hamradioprep.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

A Ham Radio Operator in Louisiana was fined $18,000 for allegedly causing intentional interference on a local repeater with a digital Ham Radio.This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% off of all of their products with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cablesLink to article: https://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-levies-18-000-fine-on-louisiana-amateur-radio-licenseeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

What is the weirdest or strangest thing you have ever heard Ham Radio, or CB Radio, be blamed for? People come up with some wild ideas about what Radio can or can't do - this is one story that I found where a Nextdoor article claims radio waves can be transmitted through... what??This video is sponsored by https://www.pcbway.com - bring all of your project ideas to life with professional design and printingLink to article: https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/1cztrex/lady_on_nextdoor_making_some_wild_claims_about/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Join me tonight as I welcome the admins from the Hamcom Zion Hamfest back onto the livestream. This Hamfest is fast approaching, planned for July 12-13, so let's get the latest info and news about this BRAND NEW show! I hope to see you in the chat tonight!Hamfest link - https://www.hamconzion.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

I put together a compilation of videos from my Field Day trips since 2015. Enjoy!Save 10% off of all M&P and ABR Coax with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cablesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Should we buy radios from China? Should be buy ANYTHING from China? Here are my thoughts....This video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - get 20% off of all their courses with code JASON20 - https://hamradioprep.comWhy iPhones are made in China - https://youtu.be/RbyMvqVkhJY?si=R-15ix2QxAJslFLTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

I picked up a new Meshtastic Node from Etsy that contains a RAK Wireless board and a weatherproof enclosure. It is made to be deployed outside, maybe up on a tower or at a high point to increase range. Let's take a look.This video is sponsored by https://www.pcbway.com - check out their 3D Printing options for getting your own Meshtastic case printed.Links in video:--My Meshtastic Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/3I3SR75B2S4RF?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d --Device in this video: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GarthVH?--Flasher Website: https://flasher.meshtastic.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Field Day 2024Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Is Ham Radio legal to use when Skydiving? One school learned this lesson the hard way, check out this video for detailsThis video is sponsored by Eufy Security, who makes indoor and outdoor security cameras for your home. One model, the Solocam, features full pan and tilt for no blinds spots in the view area. These works great as local security in your home or office and require no monthly fee. Find all their products here - https://eufyofficial.com/fath2XDqLink to article: https://natcommag.substack.com/p/basic-ham-radio-skydive-operation-cited Subscribe to Carlos' channel -  @LifeAtTerminalVelocity Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

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Here are the links for today's video:🤜🏻DFW Ham Expo: https://www.dfwhamexpo.com🤜🏻R&L Daily Deals: http://hr2.li/5fsa3🤜🏻Better Safe Radio - http://hr2.li/jv3a5COUPON - Save 7% with code HR2all7 🤜🏻Ham Radio Prep - https://hamradioprep.com/COUPON - Save 20% with code jason20🤜🏻SharkRF Openspot 4 Father's Day Sale: https://www.sharkrf.com/🤜🏻Hamgeek APX-8000 on eBay: https://ebay.us/f1YpG4🤜🏻American Radio Supply Mailer: https://tinyurl.com/2frspprcSIGNUP for my EMAIL LIST: https://hamradio2.com/email-signup 🤜🏻CountyComm Mailer: https://tinyurl.com/3kmr76cw🤜🏻Redodo Father's Day Sale: https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D🤜🏻Bridgecom Giveaway: https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/pages/ultimate-american-adventure-giveaway-2024🤜🏻Gigaparts 15% Off Page: https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=HR2FS COUPON - HR2FS🤜🏻Field Day 2024 Supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/3RN705QZQCR11?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d🤜🏻Devos Outdoor Light Ranger: https://alnk.to/cSHBIuW🤜🏻My Meshtastic List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/3I3SR75B2S4RF?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d 🤜🏻RAK Wireless: https://rakwireless-meshtastic.kckb.st/hamradio2 COUPON - MESHTASTIC-HAMRADIO2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

VE2DX has a no hitch-mount antenna system that he showed off at the Dayton Hamvention of 2024. It should be ready for sale later this year. Let's take a look and see what features it has.Link: https://ve2dx.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

In this video, Jason provides opinion and insight into why there is so little activity on Ham Radio repeaters. This comes from a challenge that was issued earlier this year, and then mentioned recently in a Reddit article.This video is sponsored by https://www.hamradioprep.com - Save 20% off of all courses and training classes with code JASON20Link to article: https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/1d33882/why_is_there_no_activity_on_the_ham_radio/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Here are the links for today's video:😎R&L Daily Deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3😎Ham Radio Prep - https://hamradioprep.com/COUPON - Save 20% with code jason20😎Bridgecom Giveaway - https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/pages/bridgecom-giveaways?ref=kiiqzu1uu7cb😎MTC Mailer - https://tinyurl.com/fudhk5t5😎Redodo Battery Sale - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D😎Signal Stick Antennas - http://hr2.li/80179😎My Amazon Father's Day List - https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/3N6YBUDPPVL1P?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_list_d 😎BuyTwoWayRadios - http://hr2.li/7q211😎Better Safe Radio - http://hr2.li/jv3a5COUPON - Save 7% with code HR2all7😎Gigaparts 15% Off Sale - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=HR2FS😎Gigaparts 10% Off Coax - https://hr2.li/cables😎Mystery Ranch Father's Day Gift Guide - https://alnk.to/fHlGQBc😎23 Zero Camping Gear - https://alnk.to/eOLTWx2😎MY STORE - https://grapevineamateurradio.com/😎My Affiliates and Deals Page - https://www.livefromthehamshack.tv/affiliates-and-deals/ Commissions can be earned on Affiliate LinksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

During the Dayton Hamvention of 2024, I got to catch up with Dave from VHQ Hex. He introduced a new mast system that is an add-on to his Hexbeam, which is mounted at the top center of the Hexbeam and allows you to add a vertical antenna or small Yagi for other bands to your Antenna systemCheck out the website here - https://www.vhqhex.comVertical mast extension - https://www.vhqhex.com/2m-440mastextensionYagi Mast Extension - https://www.vhqhex.com/2meter440yagimastextensionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

As a follow-up to the previous video that I made about the Maritime Mobile Net trying to lay claim to the 14.300 frequency on 20-meters, I found a couple of more article on Reddit that describe experiences of other Hams trying to use a frequency NEAR 14.300 - not even the same frequency! Check this out...This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - Save 10% on all coax with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cablesLinks from the video:https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/1d1uadl/big_14300_drama_right_now/https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/1d209df/followup_both_the_maritime_mobile_net_and_the/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Tonight we will go through some of the devices I have that are Meshtastic capable, and talk about how we used it at the Dayton Hamvention of 2024. What were the results and what was the experience like? Come join us for the livestream...My Amazon Meshtastic List - https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/3I3SR75B2S4RF?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_dLinks from Livestream:https://www.etsy.com/shop/GarthVHhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1678966234/geolink-case-for-heltec-v3-running?click_key=597da3f77a77a78353b961ee428fd703b6bf5542%3A1678966234&click_sum=444b8c61&ref=search2_top_narrowing_intent_modules_top_rated-3&frs=1https://www.etsy.com/listing/1713730111/h1-complete-device-with-upgraded-whip?click_key=012f61d091e604ea8bed67a0a1349cbf7220e5c3%3A1713730111&click_sum=046aaf91&ref=shop_home_feat_2&frs=1&bes=1&source=aw&utm_source=affiliate_window&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&utm_content=1142831&utm_term=0&sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=1142831&awc=6220_1717375679_7ea9e1225bbdfd15cfb67e5cd6366a68https://www.printables.com/@subdivo_2106622/collections/1478573https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpecFiveMap - https://map.mpowered247.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

In this video, Jason talks about a Ham Radio Operator who received a hefty fine for harmful interference.This video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - Get 20% off of all courses with code JASON20 at this link - https://hamradioprep.com/Link to Article - https://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-proposes-fining-new-york-radio-amateur-17-000-for-deliberate-interferenceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

I found this radio on eBay and it looked interesting, so I decided to take a look. Watch this video as I walk through a power test and emissions levels on the TinySA.This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% off with code HR2CABLES at this link - hr2.li/cables Link to radio - https://ebay.us/gHO0alBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.