[nrv-hams] ISO used HF radio

[Joshua Ramsey]

That's why I was leaning towards an IC 705 or other QRP, keep me and the neighbors stacked around me safe. I think 10-15 watts is all I'd want to use.
I'll get the general regardless, but if I can't use the license, it moves down my priority list, near bottom. I already got screwed getting the GMRS license for $70 around Christmas, and where I know the fee is a money grab by our gov friends...it is what it is at this point.
Thanks for the book offer, but I don't learn that way. I'm a kinesthetic audio/visual learner, so hands on, a video, or better an in person discussions, is how I learn best.


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On Tuesday, March 30, 2021, 12:10, J.C. Hassall <jhassall at gmail.com> wrote:

No outside antenna could be a sticky wicket.  Have you thought about having someone with a mobile rig park in the parking lot?  Unless you're doing QRP levels, I'm not sure I'd want to have an antenna in my living space radiating at 100W.  No, I haven't done the calculations, just a knee-jerk thought.
In any case, why not get the General anyway?  Can't hurt, you'll learn more and when you get a rig (mobile, maybe?) you'll be ready.  Bear in mind that the FCC is going to levy a $35 fee some time in the next few months, so sooner is better for your upgrade if you're like me and would prefer to keep the $35.  I have an ARRL General Class exam book if you'd like to borrow it.
jim
On Tue, Mar 30, 2021 at 11:44 AM Joshua Ramsey via nrv-hams <nrv-hams at mailman.qth.net> wrote:

My apt is quite literally a hotel room, no outdoor space to mount.


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On Tuesday, March 30, 2021, 11:26, James Hassall <jhassall at vt.edu> wrote:

I don't have a spare power supply, but a 12V battery will work.  My only HF antenna is a 40m EFHW, so I'm no help there.  does your apartment have any antenna/structure restrictions?  
jim
On Tue, Mar 30, 2021 at 11:23 AM Joshua Ramsey via nrv-hams <nrv-hams at mailman.qth.net> wrote:

That would be cool. I don't have a power supply or antenna either.


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On Tuesday, March 30, 2021, 10:50, J.C. Hassall <jhassall at gmail.com> wrote:

Would you like to borrow my FT857 for a short test?
jim W4BEA

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> On Mar 30, 2021, at 8:08 AM, Joshua Ramsey via nrv-hams <nrv-hams at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
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> I'm looking for a used HF radio, something to test reception in my apt before spending money on something that won't perform well in my location. I'm not looking for fancy, and actually would prefer one with no waterfall display. As long as it works, that's al.
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