D4D: Kit Assembly Manual Updated to Rev. C
Folks,
I have added a few important items in this new revision. Such as:
1. In accessories section, I have added Mini Wire Antenna and other newly added accessories/options.
2. In modifications section, I have highlighted a simpler IMD modification in modification 5.
3. In FAQ, I have added one more Q&A about the possible discussion about the new mode FT8 with DSB transceiver.
You can download from here:
/g/crkits/files/D4D%20Kit%20Documentations
Thanks,
Adam
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Re: Photos of Mini Wire Antenna Sample Build
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Folks,
The manual is being written. It takes a week or so.
Thanks,
Adam
Mini Wire Antenna
Kit Assembly Manual
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CRKITS.COM
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The Mini Wire Antenna can be used with D4D DSB Transceiver for FT8, HT-1A CW Transceiver and other QRP power level transceivers. It is tiny and light weight. You will need to supply the wire and coaxial cable by yourself since the shipping cost is high. The max OD for wire is 3mm, but it works great for thinner wire.
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Applications
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Part List
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Re: Photos of Mini Wire Antenna Sample Build
Folks,
This is the formal version.
https://mp.weixin./s/CyMkfWmNQ0g6Q_O4aKLNvA
Thanks,
Adam
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Re: Photos of Mini Wire Antenna Sample Build
Folks,
I will receive all the parts this weekend and will ship a few kits. Please place email order at 12 USD each plus 5 USD each time for shipping.
The PCB will be compatible for these applications using a toroid FT-63-43:
BALUN 1:1
BALUN 4:1
UNUN 49:1
UNUN 9:1
Thanks,
Adam
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Re: Preliminary Specifications of 6-60m 100W Coil Dipole Antenna
Adam ,
I have 50 meters overall distance to use for a dipole , so it will not be a problem .
Thanks ,
Charlie
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On July 1, 2019 at 9:57 AM Adam Rong <rongxh@...> wrote:
Charlie,
It is a full length dipole so the overall length would be somewhere at 30m for 60m band. If your space is not enough, you can consider an inverted V.
As the name Gipsy shows, it is better for mobile usage.?
Thanks,
Adam
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Why D4D is a serious rig?
Folks,
Do you think a 100W SSB commercial rig is a serious one? If yes, let's see why D4D is serious as well.
Human ears can hear 6dB-10dB Signal to Noise Ratio when we do SSB QSO. However, FT8 can decode -24dB SNR. It is at least 30dB difference and it will translate to 100W vs. 0.1W. Now D4D can transmit 1W and only half of it will be effective, so it is 0.5W FT8 and it translates to 500W SSB. So, do you think a 500W SSB rig a serious one? It explains why over 9000km QSO can be achieved.
Thanks,
Adam
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Re: Preliminary Specifications of 6-60m 100W Coil Dipole Antenna
Charlie,
It is a full length dipole so the overall length would be somewhere at 30m for 60m band. If your space is not enough, you can consider an inverted V.
As the name Gipsy shows, it is better for mobile usage.?
Thanks,
Adam
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D4D: The First eHam Product Review
Folks,
See this link:
Thanks for 5.0/5.0 review from OK1UDA. You can write your review there.?
Thanks,
Adam
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Photos of Mini Wire Antenna Sample Build
Folks,
See this page in Chinese:
The first photo is for 49:1 UNUN for EFHW, and the second photo is for 1:1 BALUN for Dipole. It will be added to the option drop down list of D4D in a week or two. Now I am still waiting for parts and massive production PCB.
The PCB design is inspired by nice designs from QRPGUYS. My design part is that the same PCB can be used for both EFHW and Dipole.
Thanks,
Adam
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Re: Preliminary Specifications of 6-60m 100W Coil Dipole Antenna
Adam , I have one of these antennas on order and am looking forward to adding it to my currently limited antenna farm . Could you please supply the overall length so I can make plans on where to install it when it arrives ? Thank you , Charlie , W5COV?
On June 29, 2019 at 12:10 PM Adam Rong <rongxh@...> wrote:
6-60m 100W Coil Dipole Antenna
Frequency: 5-54MHz Continuously Adjustable
SWR: ≤1.5
Impedance: 50Ω
Power: 100W PEP
Irradiator: AWG18 Teflon Wire
Outlet: SL16 (SO239 equivalent but with different thread), ?SL16 to BNC adapter attached
Package Size: 75×75×130(WDH,mm)
Gross Weight: 0.65kg
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Preliminary Specifications of 6-60m 100W Coil Dipole Antenna
6-60m 100W Coil Dipole Antenna
Frequency: 5-54MHz Continuously Adjustable
SWR: ≤1.5
Impedance: 50Ω
Power: 100W PEP
Irradiator: AWG18 Teflon Wire
Outlet: SL16 (SO239 equivalent but with different thread), ?SL16 to BNC adapter attached
Package Size: 75×75×130(WDH,mm)
Gross Weight: 0.65kg
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Re: New Antenna Products Forecast
Folks,
Now the 6-60m 100W Coil Dipole Antenna is orderable from the drop down menu of D4D Frequency and Options. Also, I have added a new USB Sound Card option at affordable price. The sound card is a Chinese famous brand and the performance is tested okay with D4D.
The Mini Wire Antenna sample PCB is received. It seems good. I am waiting for parts and writing kit manual to be able to ship. Hopefully in 2 weeks.
Thanks,
Adam
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Re: New Antenna Products Forecast
Charles,
You can place email order right now and we will ship in a week or so. The introductory price is 85 USD including air shipping. In CRKits version, you will get a free SL-16 to BNC adapter in case you have thread compatibility problem. It did happen before per my experience.
SL-16 is equivalent to M or SO239 connector but in a metric thread.
Thanks,
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在 2019年6月28日，上午9:28，Charles Vest < cvest@...> 写道：
Any idea when the new model Gipsy will be available to order Adam ?
Thank you , Charlie , W5COV On June 27, 2019 at 8:08 PM Adam Rong <rongxh@...> wrote:
Folks,
I will announce two new wire antenna (kit) products shortly.
The first one is the new model Gipsy multiple band dipole to cover 60-6 meter bands with marking of 9 amateur bands on the wire. It can support 100 watts PEP. As the last generation, the antenna is well built and beautiful. I will put info on the web site and will take order immediately. The introductory price will be competitive.
The other is a QRP PCB antenna without wire. I call it Mini Wire Antenna. With the parts in the kit, you can build an EFHW or a dipole. The toroid is a Fair-Rite FT series. The price is competitive. I will start sample build this weekend and take order in about 2 weeks. It will be a great companion with our D4D kit.
BTW, as I announced before, the introductory period will end for D4D. Shipping cost of a few dollars will be added to the price from July. I will update web site this weekend.
Thanks,
Adam
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Re: New Antenna Products Forecast
Any idea when the new model Gipsy will be available to order Adam ?
Thank you , Charlie , W5COV
On June 27, 2019 at 8:08 PM Adam Rong <rongxh@...> wrote:
Folks,
I will announce two new wire antenna (kit) products shortly.
The first one is the new model Gipsy multiple band dipole to cover 60-6 meter bands with marking of 9 amateur bands on the wire. It can support 100 watts PEP. As the last generation, the antenna is well built and beautiful. I will put info on the web site and will take order immediately. The introductory price will be competitive.
The other is a QRP PCB antenna without wire. I call it Mini Wire Antenna. With the parts in the kit, you can build an EFHW or a dipole. The toroid is a Fair-Rite FT series. The price is competitive. I will start sample build this weekend and take order in about 2 weeks. It will be a great companion with our D4D kit.
BTW, as I announced before, the introductory period will end for D4D. Shipping cost of a few dollars will be added to the price from July. I will update web site this weekend.
Thanks,
Adam
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Re: New Antenna Products Forecast
Also, the first lot HT-1A kit or assembled kit will be gone shortly. The second lot is being manufactured. It might cause temporary shortage for a few weeks. It is another beautiful and useful radio for CW enthusiasts.
Thanks,
Adam
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New Antenna Products Forecast
Folks,
I will announce two new wire antenna (kit) products shortly.
The first one is the new model Gipsy multiple band dipole to cover 60-6 meter bands with marking of 9 amateur bands on the wire. It can support 100 watts PEP. As the last generation, the antenna is well built and beautiful. I will put info on the web site and will take order immediately. The introductory price will be competitive.
The other is a QRP PCB antenna without wire. I call it Mini Wire Antenna. With the parts in the kit, you can build an EFHW or a dipole. The toroid is a Fair-Rite FT series. The price is competitive. I will start sample build this weekend and take order in about 2 weeks. It will be a great companion with our D4D kit.
BTW, as I announced before, the introductory period will end for D4D. Shipping cost of a few dollars will be added to the price from July. I will update web site this weekend.
Thanks,
Adam
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although i feel your pain :),......
On Thu, Jun 27, 2019, 1:11 PM Cues Ahero via Groups.Io <My09vstrom1= [email protected]> wrote: trent,i have chronic cluster headache,terminal scleraderma and my kit building days are. pretty much gone due to parkinsons at the moment. i envy your current kit problem. cheers,p
On Wed, Jun 26, 2019, 4:50 PM Trent Trent < vk7hrs@...> wrote: The better option is puttin a BPF instead of a LPF which is the better way but as I have constant headaches etc doe to pressure on my spinal cord I cant out the values and the online online calcs are useless
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trent,i have chronic cluster headache,terminal scleraderma and my kit building days are. pretty much gone due to parkinsons at the moment. i envy your current kit problem. cheers,p
On Wed, Jun 26, 2019, 4:50 PM Trent Trent < vk7hrs@...> wrote: The better option is puttin a BPF instead of a LPF which is the better way but as I have constant headaches etc doe to pressure on my spinal cord I cant out the values and the online online calcs are useless
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On 27 Jun 2019, at 9:50 am, Trent Trent < vk7hrs@...> wrote: The better option is puttin a BPF instead of a LPF which is the better way but as I have constant headaches etc doe to pressure on my spinal cord I cant out the values and the online online calcs are useless
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Charlie Vest