THE KMØT CHOPPING BLOCK PAGE
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UPDATED May 7th 2008
Here we are again…more projects means some of the existing stuff has to go. The XYL will let me "gather" just so much in terms of materials.
Some of the things listed here are just in addition to my needs. Sometimes I pick stuff up and never get around to using it and you may find that some things here may be of use to you! Some other stuff I got and used for a bit, but no longer need them or don’t use them anymore. Each item will have a description of its history!
For payment, I take Paypal or good ol cash. Checks are at my discretion if I know you. Paypal email is scsueepe@mtcnet.net
If you figure out what my email stands for, then you get a $1 credit :)
Here is the deal. If you send the money and I get it, you will get the item. The item will be sent with delivery confirmation, so I will know if you got it. No bullshit, no messing around. Larger items will be insured. No exceptions. If your worried about my status, check out my eBay feedback – eBay username km0t – or just ask around. 73 and enjoy the list. – KMØT
HPSDR PARTS:
Well, I had good intentions, but it has become apparent that this is a project I will never get to. With 4 kids in the house now, I have limited time for projects!
I have been sitting on these for a bit, the Atlas, Janus and Ozzy equipment. Those of you who know the SDR-1000 from Flex-Radio and are part of the growth of this radio, also know that the Atlas / Janus / Ozzy setup is said to give the best performance that the SDR-1000 can get. More information is available at www.hpsdr.com and also on the Flex-Radio reflector archives. I have never assembled or used one of these setups, so questions regarding such will have to be answered by others.
Note that none of the kits or bags have been opened and they have all been stored here ready for implementation, so all items should be as they were when I ordered them from TAPR.
Atlas Kits and Boards - Sold by sets - PCB and Atlas parts kit.
$30 shipped in the lower 48.
Here are pictures of the actual Atlas parts kit.
Atlas circuit boards...
Janus and Ozzy Boards - Sold by sets - one Janus and Ozzy as a kit
$250 shipped in the lower 48.
Here are pictures of the actual Janus and Ozzy board in their static bags...
SDR-1000 Misc. PARTS:
During the SDR-1000 revolution, and few neat items came along. The Poor Mans UCB and the Delta 44 Interface break-out box eliminator. Find information on these items on the Flex-Radio reflector archive or www.hamsdr.com
The Poor Man's UCB boards are extra to my needs, I did not end up using them and they are as new as I received them. They are made by M0ZAZ and dated 10/2006.
Poor Man's UCB: $20 shipped in the lower 48.
The Delta 44 break-out box eliminator boards by Tony - KB9YIG are of two generations. One is version 1.1 and the other two are Rev 7/25. The two pin headers and jumper plugs are missing from all kits but all the chip caps and ferrites are included.
Delta 44 Interface Boards - Choose your version - first come first served: $12 shipped in the lower 48.
If you have trouble finding documentation on the above items, let me know and I can email what I have to you.
Flex Radio SDR-1000 - Heavily Modified! ----- SOLD
This is my first SDR-1000, 1 watt version with RFE board, which was used slightly on HF for QRP but then found it's home as the 28 MHz IF radio for my 6 Meter transverter for over 2 years. However, I'm now using a Flex-5000 for that IF radio. So this one has been sitting here for a bit unused. It has been super solid since I made the mods.
As far as the modifications go, they are documented on my SDR page as how I did it. www.km0t.com/pages/sdr.htm
See specifically the heading.... "Diving In – SDR #1 Prototype Modification:" That description shows this actual radio being modified.
Since it was my first go around on the mods, the back panel has a few extra holes drilled in it, etc. but it still looks fine on the rest of the exterior.
Basic Mod Descriptions:
What's Included?
Note that the SDR-1000 may have a bit of a learning curve getting rolling, due to the installation of software, configuration, etc. Once you get it figured out, its great, but novices to SDR may have issues. However, the way this one is modified, it is actually easier to connect due to the elimination of the Delta 44 breakout box and by providing the direct connection to the sound card via the Delta 44 interface board.
Some folks have had issues with driving the SDR-1000 to full output on SSB without distortion based on higher levels of the software mic gain control. This may or may not be an issue for you. I did not have the issue, as I have always had this unit hooked up to my NCS rig switcher, which has a mic preamplifier built it, thus keeping the software mic gain control lower.
The sound card included is the Delta 44, and there are drivers on the web for Windows XP. I have been using the version 5.10.00.0052 and .0051 driver with no issues. I am not aware that there is a VISTA driver for this card. You can search the Flex Radio reflector archives for VISTA operation, but I don't guarantee anything if you think that's how you will use the radio.
One other thing, this radio was modified for use as a IF radio for transverter use, that is what I recommend it be used for. The sequenced PTT output is a bonus, as it delays the actual RF output from happening after a user defined time.
Having +12V on TX is used to control an external TX/RX relay when using a transverter that has split IF connections. So as an example, the PTT output keys your transverter, and the +12V connection controls an external relay to switch the 28 MHz IF output/input from the SDR-1000 to your split IF connectors on the transverter. If your transverter has common IF, then not a big deal, just connect the BNC output of the SDR-1000 to the transverter and use only the PTT sequenced output connector to key the transverter.
$525 shipped in the lower 48
Yaesu FT-100D:
Late model with YSK-100 separation kit
This is my last FT-100D. Time for me to make a change, looking at the TS-480HX, high power rig for the mobile. This rig was purchased by myself new from Burgharts, and was one of the last production runs I'm told. So I would think all the factory mods and firmware are in the unit. Has worked great in the mobile and in the shack, well taken care of. Comes with original box, warranty card, Yaesu map, manual, schematics, extra fuses, sticker, mic, etc. Minor ware on the buttons, faceplate, but not an issue. Note there is one self tapping brass screw and star lock nut missing from the hardware for installing the mobile mount. I must have robbed those two pieces for something else. The mobile mount bracket is included and was actually never used. Rig was reset prior to putting in the box, which erased all custom settings and memories. It will come powered up on 40 Meters. I did go in an re-enable the 500Hz CW filter, which gets turned off during a total reset.
Don't lose the cable mounting screws for the rig base. These are a special animal, and hard to find!
Note that there are a few pinches in the mic extender cable from when I used it in the mobile, but the unit was working when removed, so I don't think it hurt any of the wires. The faceplate extender cable is in great shape, no pinches in that cable.
$600 shipped in the lower 48
FNB-72 1000ma Battery and NC-72B Charger - (Battery is for a Yaesu FT-817)
Condition is brand new - From HRO as a free option when purchasing a FT-817. I don't need the battery or charger as I am using the FT-817 as an IF radio with external power source. Not opened except to check contents. If you are a FT-817 owner, and looking for a battery, this is an inexpensive way to try one out!
Price of Battery and Charger Set: $Make an Offer + shipping
ANTENNAS:
M2 – 10M4DX:
4 element 10 Meter monobander yagi – 8.7 dBd – 23’ boom. Up for one season, been in the garage for two years. About 3 years old only. Originally purchased from Burghardts. Currently partially assembled. Worked great, just took it down to put up more VHF/UHF antennas.
Would prefer local pickup, but can disassemble and ship for a bit extra.
New Price: $420 + shipping
Disassembled price: $275 + shipping
Pickup Price: $250
Serious inquiries...pictures can be made available
KLM 10M-6 HD:
6 element 10 Meter monobander yagi –KLM specs are 11 dBd – 27.5’ boom. Was partially assembled but never put up. As I was getting it all together, I got a bit scared about how big this thing was from a neighborhood view standpoint. So I took it apart and put it in the garage. That’s when I went to the M2 – 10M4DX.
This was one of the last antennas KLM ever made, then they went out of business. In fact I was wondering if I would ever get it. They were having problems I found out during the process but it managed to get out the door.
This was a special order antenna. It has the extra heavy duty 3" boom in lieu of the standard 2" boom. Because of that, this animal came shipped via truck. Balun is 4:1 - Rated at 5KW. F/B is 30 dB. Windload 4 sqr ft. Serial number 315318.
Because of that, local pickup only. I cannot comment on the operation of this antenna, except to say that in its day, the KLM monobander series from what I understand was quite good.
Paid Price: $450 + shipping (uhhhhggg)
Pickup Price: $300
Serious inquiries...pictures can be made available
MISC STUFF
Transco 28V Latching Relays - sold as a pair - $60 - Great for a 2 rig IF switch project!
Note – all relays have been tested for operation, so I know they work. RF performance may be varied, as most are used unless indicated as new.
Other Items........
LCD Panel Mount Voltmeters:
Mast Mount Rotor Base for Alliance Rotor T2X variety.
There is a CD available from Matt Arthur, KAØPQW. Lots of you know him as a beacon from EN33, Ellendale Minnesota. Matt is active on 50, 144, 222 and 432 Mhz as well as some HF bands.
Matt put together a very fine CD of gospel acoustic guitar music on this cut. I have a copy and I told Matt that I would advertise it for him on my "for sale" page. If you feel like that you would like a copy, just contact Matt at mattda@hickorytech.net
Here are a few pics from the CD cover....be sure you let him know where you heard about it! Gotta love the tower with the yagis on the front cover!
That's it for now!