Amateur Radio Use

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I don’t know anything about this topic, but saw a recent thread here that might be of interest:

RTL-SDR module/mounting - general thread

The title says it all; I’m sure I’m not the only one that wants to be able to have their SDR handy in the field. This weekend I set about to do it, and I’ve learned a few lessons along the way. To put it bluntly: I don’t recommend anyone else try this without more forethought than I put in (none). I can somewhat pick up some of the stronger local FM stations when outside; granted, this is with the first collapsible antenna I had at hand, but I would still expect better reception. To put it blu…