Icom IC-7850/7851 Firmware Update (Version 1.2)

Icom have released a firmware update for the IC-7850/7851 HF Amateur Radio transceivers.

The firmware update provides the following improvements:

• A combination of [MIC] and [USB] is now selectable for the Modulation input connector selections in the SET MODE.
• The optional RC-28 directly connected to the IC-7850 or the IC-7851 can now be used as a desktop dial.
• Other performance improvements.

Firewaire Download - http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/firm

Test Equipment at SOTABEAMS

SOTABEAMS has started stocking the Peak Electronics range of test equipment. With six instruments to choose from they are suitable for use in the radio shack or lab. SOTABEAMS particularly commends the LCR45 automatic LCR meter as they use one every day in their factory. This handy unit has a whole host of uses including measuring toroid inductance and characterising variable capacitors.

Test Equipment at SOTABEAMS

More Details - https://www.sotabeams.co.uk/test-equipment/

New SOTABeam Antenna Tester

SOTABeams have announced a new WSPRlite Flexi Antenna Performance Analysis System.

WSPRlite Flexi tester works from 6 meters through to 630 metres, and is compatible with Android and Windows Clients.

Benefits of the WSPRlite Flexi Antenna Performance Analysis System

• antenna performance testing (great for contesters)
• compare antennas
• compare locations
• test beam antennas
• spot openings when you are out of the shack

More Information - https://www.sotabeams.co.uk/wsprlite-flexi