REAST ADX QRP Digital Transceiver Club Build
Community bulk-buy and buildathon of 30 ADX QRP transceiver kits organized by the Radio and Electronics Association of Southern Tasmania (REAST) with custom REAST-branded PCBs and guided build sessions.
Overview
The Radio and Electronics Association of Southern Tasmania (REAST) organized a community build of approximately 30 ADX QRP digital transceiver kits in collaboration with Richard VK2ARH and the Manly-Warringah Radio Society. The kits feature custom PCBs with the REAST logo and include Barb-a-Watt QRP power/SWR meters.
Project Details
- Organizer: REAST (Radio and Electronics Association of Southern Tasmania)
- Collaboration: Richard VK2ARH and Manly-Warringah Radio Society
- Kit Count: ~30 ADX transceiver kits
- Variant: 7-band ADX with newly designed top cover
- Designer: Original ADX design by Barb WB2CBA
Build Sessions
The first introductory session with Richard VK2ARH was held via Zoom on March 19, 2025, during the Experimenters' Night. The session covered project history, build expectations, and construction tips. Subsequent Wednesday Experimenters' Nights at the REAST club were dedicated to collaborative assembly and troubleshooting.
Resources
The build follows the Cowtown ADX Project construction manual (VK2ARH), updated specifically to support the REAST build with the 7-band variant and custom LPF kit. REAST currently has over 120 members from all walks of life, making this an inclusive community-building exercise.
Supported Digital Modes
- FT8, FT4, JS8Call, and WSPR via WSJT-X software
