Hendrik Steyn

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Hi, I am a new radio amateur from South Africa. I am visually impaired, but don't let that stop you from following me. I can work most modes you do, and those I can't work, I will try to learn. My personal, more social account can be found at [email protected]. See you on the air!
Call signZS6HBS
RigKenwood TS-590S
AntennaMFJ2104 about 7 meters from the ground
ModesFT8, FT4, Phone and learning CW
Show threadHendrik SteynJan 11, 2024
@W9DP Thank you for the information. Much appreciated. I was always curious about this question.
Show threadHendrik SteynJan 11, 2024
@IU5FHO It is also known as the Octopus antenna. The base has a standard VHF connector and 8 hamsticks can screw into the base to give you a 4-band dipole.
Hendrik SteynJan 11, 2024
Question for more experienced hams: Why does FT4 not enjoy all the attention FT8 does? It's much shorter cycles so you can reach more people quickly. Some clarity on this would be appreciated. I know it's used in contests, but I like it a bit more.
Hendrik SteynJan 10, 2024
It is not much, but everybody has to start somewhere. It works for me -- for now at least. The two hamsticks on there are the 20m MFJ rated for 250 W PEP. I worked about 15 countries with them so far on FT8.
Hendrik SteynJan 10, 2024
#Introduction Hi, I am a new radio amateur from South Africa. I am visually impaired, but don't let that stop you from following me. I can work most modes you do, and those I can't work, I will try to learn. My personal, more social account can be found at [email protected]. See you on the air!