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Xiegu X6200: Released for Preorder

Discover the latest in ham radio technology with the Xiegu X6200, featuring RF direct sampling, versatile frequency support, and built-in wireless capabilities. Explore key features, setup tips, and recommended accessories in our comprehensive overview.

Meshtastic: Empowering Off-the-Grid Communication

Meshtastic is an open-source project enabling long-range, off-grid communication using inexpensive LoRa radios. It offers encrypted, decentralized messaging with excellent battery life and optional GPS. Utilizing LoRa, it supports up to 100 devices concurrently and provides resilience, privacy, and community building. Meshtastic empowers communication beyond traditional boundaries, ideal for adventurers and those seeking reliable off-grid connectivity.

Radio Friendly MPPT charge controller for Off-Grid Radio Comms

30 November 2023 at 02:03
The author discusses choosing a solar charge controller suitable for radio communication. He focuses on three criteria: portability, radio frequency quietness, and Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) functionality. Recommending Genasun due to its compatibility with these requirements, he mentions his dissatisfaction with another brand, Victron, that caused excessive radio frequency noise. For optimal results, he suggests keeping devices DC powered and using no inverters. He provides specific instructions about matching controllers to battery and solar panel specs, and suggests parallel configuration for Genasun controllers.
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