I started the setup of my Ham Shack in the basement by setting up my FT-817 radio and a desktop computer to use when I start making contacts for logging. I also setup an old TV as a monitor for a Ham Clock which shows the local and UTC time as well as a map of the world with the sunlight/nighttime coverage. Here is a picture:
Don't mind the old Apple computer it is just there for storage.
I had to make a hole thru the side of the house. It took quite a bit of effort as I have to use a chisel to break thru a brick before I could drill a hole in the wall.
I am currently using the temporary 2M 1/4 wave ground plane antenna I built a while back. I will get this mounted up above the roof of the house at some point, but I am able to get on the local 2M weekly nets to work on my radio skills.
I am working with a Elmer (experienced Ham) thru my local Ham Club on kit building nights to build a EFHW (end fed half wave) HF antenna that I will be able to work multiple HF frequencies. I am currently mostly interested in 20M and 40M bands. I will do some voice, but I am more interested in the digital modes as I get the hardware and software setup.
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