3400Mhz activities
After completing the system for PI9RD, Rado Telescope Dwingeloo, there was some more interest to extend my own capability to this frequency as well. Based on the availability of DU3T SSPA and Pre-amplifier I decided to start collecting the various parts for this band.
Station outfit
Transceiver: TS-2000X SG-Lab Transverter
Preamplifier: G4DDK – 0.45dB
Final amplifier: 100Watt DU3T SSPA
Antenna system: 3m solid dish, Andrews prime focus – 37.5dBd / Beamwidth: 2.0degr / Septum feed
Control system: VK5DJ – Stand alone Interface
Setup progress
August 2023 – At PI9RD bits and pieces were available to build a 3400Mhz system. After completing this system I tested it in my dish.
December 2024 – After succesfull QSO’s the system is moved to PI9RD
June 2025 – Decided to build another station for my dish. It will use a SG-Lab transverter / DU3T SSPA and G4DDK preamp. Feed is SM6FHZ with OM6AA choke.
3400Mhz photo's
Below you will find a collection of pictures which shows the construction of my 3400Mhz station in various stages.
3400Mhz Initials
Interested in my contacts on 3400Mhz? Please take a look into the list.
See here my EME setup