Making the Pixie QRP transceiver kit slightly less appalling

The Pixie QRP transceiver kit is super-cheap but comes with some performance compromises. This video discusses crystal and ceramic resonator VXO circuits to add frequency agility and make contacts easier. Coverage of the SSB portion of the band also makes it an attractive receiver costing under $20 for the kit plus extra parts needed.Source for 7.16 MHz ceramic resonator: http://www.minikits.com.au/ Contents: 0:00 Introduction 0:45 Switching in a second crystal 1:34 Add variable capacitor to pull crystal's frequency 2:57 Add ceramic resonator for even more frequency agility 3:55 Switchable crystal and ceramic resonator 4:24 Overcoming a certain problem 7:19 Receiving demonstration 7:40 Crossmode with SSB stations and frequency offset 10:58 Summary If you want to buy rather than build your Pixie you can do so via this link: http://ebay.us/bDuyja (Note: I receive a small commission on sales at no extra cost to you) PS: If you liked this video please consider supporting Amateur Radio VK3YE by: Subscribing on YouTube Checking my books page at https://books.vk3ye.com ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Shopping on Amazon via: https://amzn.to/3iiDQXv​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ , or Shopping on eBay via: https://ebay.us/i9DuWP (then if you buy something I'll get a small commission at no cost to you)