Recommendations for beginner-friendly machines and gameplay modes.

fang

我已经拿到B证但还没拿呼号，手头预算实在有限，各位ham推荐的短波台好几千实在吃不消。
目前昨天拿到了UVK6守听本地中继基本没声音，航空段120.35只听到了半句……
因为啥也不懂，啥也没玩过，不知道该干啥了😂

BG5CEO

fang 认识个周边老HAM吧，带着一起玩，先攒一攒经验，新手一上来就玩，走的弯路多还费钱，重点是打击自信

BG4JFQ

fang 是怎样做到拿了B证但是还没拿呼号的？不是要A证设台6个月以上才可以考B吗？

BG4IJK

Since you have obtained a B license and a K6, your priority should be to save money. The other UV-band equipment will only delay your entry into the shortwave hobby.

fang

BG4IJK I recently tried a G106C with a 5-watt output, and it was surprisingly difficult to get it working in QRP mode right away.

BG4IJK

fang I'm just starting with amateur radio, and I haven't worked with shortwave yet. However, I think it would be better to save some money and add a budget for a lower-difficulty machine. Also, don't forget to include the cost of antennas, cables, and accessories in your budget.

BI1IPB

fang I bought an X6100, which has a power output of 10W. It's not very easy to make contact with other stations, and I was only able to connect with another ham radio operator on the same grid during my FT8 operation.😂If you don't mind the hassle, try to get the most powerful one possible, or the X6200, which is expected to be released soon. You can also wait and see.

BI1QOC

fang 106c能干到10w呢

BG2EWI

fang 新人不要擅自上QRP设备，除非你的心理素质足够强大，不然大概率会变得不幸

fang

BG4IJK Allocate a budget for all accessories and save money.😂I listened to it again tonight, specifically the low-frequency noise.

Bi4KKF

I would suggest that new users should not immediately choose QRP; for UV segment, prioritize aesthetics and feel.

fang

Bi4KKF QRP definitely doesn't have that capability.😂

BI1LWR

Bi4KKF 现在15W以上都得申请大照了，新人以后看来只能QRP入门先。

BG2EFX

Bi4KKF 非常赞同！

BH4GUG

Update the K6 firmware, activate the satellite link, and collect shortwave signals.

fang

BH4GUG The data cable is in place; can a 770-meter dipole antenna work for satellite communication? Do I still need to install a Yagi antenna?

fang

BI1IPB Saving money and observing the market.😂

return0

BI1IPB

BI1IPB Like the 6100, I've worked a good number of calls on FT8 5W, including many from Chile and Brazil. There's plenty of room for QRP FT8 operation.😎

BH4GUG

fang The handle makes it difficult to transmit; you'll need a Yagi antenna.

BI6MBP

fang I bought a G90S on Double 11, along with the antenna and other accessories, for around ¥3000. I'm currently applying for a license. The 20W power is a bit small; it's just not feasible. If that's the case, I'll either go hiking or to the river/lake/wilderness.

BH4FCY

BI6MBP Using a G90s radio to operate FT8 allows you to contact many stations, although 10 watts can be challenging.

BI1IPB

return0 What antenna did your brother use? I'm not sure if it's the electromagnetic environment or the antenna efficiency that's causing the problem, as he can only get a few signals. Recently, I plan to wait for a day when I have time and try it out in the wilderness.