[HBQRP] First QRP Project

[Sean Edwards]

Thanks Steve.  I see the SW series is not available, but the Rockmite is 
on my list.

-=Sean Edwards=-
KD0QQZ

On 4/26/2012 8:54 AM, Steve Sellmeyer wrote:
> Greetings Sean !
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> I'll throw in my 2 cents worth but it may be worth less. Ha! I'll just 
> assume you are talking about morse code use and CW kits.
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> I've always liked the Small Wonder Labs Kits for QRP. They are the SW 
> series and are monobanders so they can only be built for one band. At 
> the present time they are not available as the guy who makes the kits 
> is now redesigning them for easier assembly and adding some new 
> features.They were $55 which included the circuit board and all the 
> parts that go on it. You had to buy your own connectors, jacks, plugs, 
> cabinet etc. They were pretty simple to build and didn't require a lot 
> to align and tuneup. Output power over a 35 kc range was about 2 
> watts. Also had good building instruction sheets.
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> Anyway, that's my 2 cents worth............Steve/WB0QQT
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> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sean Edwards" 
> <cybersean3000 at gmail.com>
> To: <hbqrp at mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 8:42 AM
> Subject: [HBQRP] First QRP Project
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>> Greetings group, I hope this message will cause a flood of email because
>> I could use all the wisdom and advice represented here.  In February I
>> got my Technician license and in March I upgraded to General.  Right
>> now, cost is the biggest obstacle between me and a rig, and after
>> looking into QRP, I finally found many transceiver options in my price
>> range (<$50).  Although I am new to radio, I am not new to electronics
>> or soldering.
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>> I have found a couple versions of the Pixie II, but many modifications
>> are recommended.  The Lil' Squall ][ is a modified Pixie, with modules
>> for multiple bands, but the circuit looks a little fragile on top of the
>> tuna can.  Ham Can and Rockmite also look good, but I don't know where
>> to start.
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>> What are your recommendations for a good first QRP transceiver kit 
>> and why?
>>
>> -=Sean Edwards=-
>> KD0QQZ
>> Omaha, NE
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