Check out this wonderful blog post by W0DHZ, Dale, showing how he built an HHI Contesting Console, HHI Radio Pro, and two HHI User Pros into a portable setup for use as a 2-person POTA rig.
I mean, just look at this beautiful build!
Dale’s blog post includes the STL files for the 3D printed case to hold the Radio Pro and Contesting Console together.
Thank you so much, Dale, for sharing your experience and build with us!
Cheers, 73 de N6MTS
-Mark
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I love the idea of a contesting console for an operator and logger/trainee and even had a design down on paper for our group but now I can just buy one from @mark. One thing is driving me a little crazy, what's the thought process for the mirrored control knobs? I know that this would trip most of our operators up. Radio volume on the right most knob for one operator but change positions and the radio volume is now on the left most knob.
The thought is that the Console would sit on the table between the two operators. You’re likely to want to adjust the Radio knob the most, and the Intercom the next most, so I put those two knobs closest to the operators where they are easiest to operate.
Had a blast at Field Day when I used the contesting console for the first time. The intercom feature was so helpful. Everyone walking by wanted to know all about it, but I made them wait until I took a break to describe what it was and what it does. I also use the Radio Pro component when I am operating as net control with my Yaesu FTM-400XD using my Heil headset. All I need now is the W0DHZ 3D printed case. Hopefully, there will be a way to purchase some, as I do not have a 3D printer. Thank you Mark!
Hello Joyce, thanks for the very kind words!
I’ve recently added the STL files for the W0DHZ case to the Documentation section, but that doesn’t help you without a 3D printer. I will try to make those available, once I get my 3D printer setup again. I’m also considering making some side panels that will accomplish the same thing, allowing you to stack two devices on top of each other and hold them together.
In any case, again, thank you for your review. 🙂