Jim opens the show with a quick hands-on review of his new Govee Bluetooth Thermometer and Hygrometer that he picked up to try to get better control over the wooden humidor he has for his cigars. Mike spent the rest of the time going over a basic Ham radio set up. I think you will enjoy the show.

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Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, Antenna, Repeaters, Ham Radio, Radio, Humidity, Frequency, Transmit, International Space Station, ISS, Talk, Amateur Radio, Range, Bands

 

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News

Hangouts OnAir are officially disabled as of today

 

Reviews

Govee Bluetooth Thermometer&Hygrometer, Mini Accurate Humidity and Temperature Sensor with Data Storage Export for iOS/Android – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R586J37

 

Product Updates

Amateur Radio (Ham Radio)

A range of frequencies that licensed amateur radio people can use.

Why is this still a thing? Ham radio does not require a network and can cover long distances. During a disaster, it is one of the only modes of communication.

What do you need to get started

* DC power supply

* Transceiver

* Antenna

Mike’s Gear

Handheld Units – Baofeng UV-5R – Dual Band 2 meter and 70 centimeter – 5 watt $30 on Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/BaoFeng-1800mAh-Battery-TIDRADIO-Antenna/dp/B0772FYKK8

ExpertPower XP-669C Antenna – $12.25 on Amazon

N9TAX Slim Jim Antenna for home use $30 on N9TAX website. 

Car Rig – QYT KT-8900D Dual Band 25 watt dual band radio – $79 on Amazon

Bingfu Vehicle NMO lip mount – $30 on Amazon

Tram 1180 dual band antenna – $32 on Amazon

How do I talk to people? Simplex or Repeater use