Yaesu FT-991A

My first HF transceiver. Max 100W output, used for digital modes, SSB and FM. Mounted on a portable plate to quickly deploy it to my shacks or take it into the field for mobile operations.

Yaesu FT-736R

FT-736R with activated repeater shift and 1750Hz burst for DM0MAX.

My oldtimer for 23cm, 70cm and 2m at my QTH. Connected with a triplexer to Diamond X5000. Build in 1988. 25W on 70cm and 2m. 10W on 23cm. Repaired with working VFO encoder and channel dial. Retrofitted with FTS-8 module. Original Yaesu MD-1 microphone.

Xiegu G90

A gift of my friend Peter DA6PS. He had this radio twice, as the first one seemed to be broken. With some firmware tricks, my toolbox and crimp pliers I was able to resolve most issues and it now replaces the Yaesu FT-818ND on our journeys. Perfect for QRP and outdoor activities. More about the Xiegu G90 here.

Yaesu FTM-500DE

Used for receiving and transmitting in our mobile home or Defender. 50W FM on 70cm and 2m. Build in APRS modem.

Xiegu X6100

Doesn’t he already have a Xiegu G90* for portable operation? Yes! But somehow I couldn’t keep my hands off the Xiegu X6100*. Integrated data modem, noise reduction, and a much higher resolution display than the G90. But only 10W of real QRP. If Xiegu brings out a combination of both devices, I’ll buy it immediately.

Xiegu G90-Go-Box

Xiegu G90 Go-Box in B&W Outdoor Case with LiFePo Battery and Digirig

Power Supply, Battery, G90 and Digirig all in one case. See the details here.

Yaesu FT-5DE

HT mainly used for satellite operations and to take part in the local club round from the terrace. Operated with Diamond RH-771 antenna or with Arrow Antenna 146/437-10BP.

Yaesu FT-23R

Inherited from Dad.

Alinco

Inherited from my Dad DL8YDP/SK

Arrow 146/437-10BP

From time to time, I experiment with satellites or the ISS crossband repeater. The most difficult thing about this antenna? If you’re not used to it, your arm really hurts quickly.

Main-Shack

In the winter months my shack is located in the attic of our house. Here I have a heating and a cozy room which already my parents used to operate from.

Summer-Shack

In the summer months, I take most of my equipment downstairs, because it’s too hot in the attic – or I’m too lazy to climb up the attic.

Wavelog

Logbook software installed as a cloud solution. Highly integrated in QRZ.com, LoTW and eQSL. See the project here.

QTH and Antennas