S-Pixie: Local Oscillator Analysis

If you’d like to join the discussion of the S-Pixie local oscillator check out Ham Radio Homebrew Projects on reddit. The S-Pixie uses a Colpitts crystal oscillator. I found a great video by Craig (devttys0 on YouTube) that explains how it works and discusses design considerations. Local Oscillator Analysis I’ve been having fun following along with Craig’s …

New Reddit Community to Discuss Ham Radio Projects

I’ve started a new reddit community to discuss homebrew ham radio projects, r/HamRadioHomebrew. If you’re interested in homebrew ham radio projects or just like experimenting and tinkering with ham radio circuits, check out the new community and consider joining in on the discussion. It’s brand new so the current content is just my S-Pixie project, …

First Circuit Tests with the Digilent Analog Discovery 2

I got Digilent’s Ultimate Analog Discovery 2 Bundle to help with my journey into radio circuits. AD2 is an “USB oscilloscope, logic analyzer, and multi-function instrument that allows users to measure, visualize, generate, record, and control mixed-signal circuits of all kinds. ” Digilent is having a 15% discount sale making the bundle particularly attractive. The ultimate …