From June 2019 we deliver chips with NEW versions. New versions enable uploading Simplex & Repeater channels via simple PC software to the Weekender. Details are described in Weekender Easy Upgrade document!
Also we deliver with DRA8181 SMD module already soldered!
Published in DUBUS Issue No.3/2015
Published in Razzies September 2015 - see the file below!
VHF KIT with all components and predrilled enclosure (antenna not included). KIT includes 2 pcs. high quality Aluminum knobs, not cheap PVC ones.
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All you need is to assemble it and it works!
You will need some basic skills to assemble THT components, there is one SMD component on the PCB (DRA818 module).
We can engrave your call sign as you can see on the image. You can order that by clicking to the link. Please add your call sign in remarks when placing your order.
Features:
• Open source project
• Frequency coverage from 134 MHz to 480 MHz with 5 kHz spacing*
• Large graphical LCD
• Easy band select
• Preprogrammed VHF repeaters and Echolink frequencies
• Free set frequency in range from 134 MHz to 480 MHz*
• built in CTCSS for Tx, possible program modification for Rx CTCSS
• Output power: 0.5 & 1W
• Power supply 8-13V DC
*only Rx, limited Tx power on frequencies outside covered band
In this Blog post check how to use cheal Baofeng microphone with the Weekender!
Photo of the KIT (code 5KIT0036):
- Predrilled PVC enclosure
- All components that are to be placed to the PCB (including preprogrammed microcontroller)
- BNC antenna connector
- DRA818 module (VHF or UHF, depends of your order)
- Nokia 5510 LCD
- Doublesided PCB
- Microphone 4-pin socket
- LED holder
- 3.5 mm jack for external speaker
- Enclosure sleeve
- Rotary encoder
- 2x Metal buttons
- Potentiometer
- Speaker
- 1m power supply cord
- 30 cm 10-wire flat cable
- 15 cm Coaxial microphone cable
- 40 cm of 0.4 mm CuL copper wire
Assembly instruction and Manual see below.
See also Testemony of Florian, DL1FN:
"I had completed the transceiver last sunday and it worked right at the first instance! Marvellous kit!
It was very good of you to feature the extra speaker outlet: I attached an external mini speaker box (a 5 Euro asset, commonly being sold as a computer accessory). It really makes a huge difference in terms of acoustics and readability and I'll make the weekender serve as my favourite "base station".
Best regards,
Florian - DL1FN"
