“We await the arrival of a glancing blow from a mini-solar storm due to hit today. Although its not expected to be a strong impact, effects might be enhanced by some fast solar wind pushing it from behind. NOAA is expecting storm conditions, especially at high latitudes over the next day or so. Solar flux remains at the low end of marginal so while not optimal, HF radio propagation continues to limp along. At least we have no threat for any major flares and radio blackouts. Learn details of these solar conditions and the coming solar storm, catch up on aurora photos from recent activity, and see what else the Sun has in store this week”
VHF
Baofeng BF-530I P
BAOFENG BF-530I The transceiver is a micro-miniature multiband FM transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage,providing local-... Read more
Hytera introduces the PD982 handheld radio
PD982, a new member of the already versatile DMR portfolio of Hytera, brings exceptional audio experience with enhanced features and innovation... Read more
Introducing Hytera Multi-mode Advanced Radio Voice is still critical, enriched with broadband data
Hytera, a leading global provider of innovative professional mobile radio (PMR) communications solutions, officially launched its highly anticipated L... Read more
432 MHz world tropo record extended even further to 4,644 kms
” On Saturday the 28th of December 2019, Ian GM3SEK in the south-west of Scotland managed to work D41CV on 432 MHz to set a new world record fo... Read more
FT8 Intercontinental DX Code of Practice 50.323 MHz
During the Northern Hemisphere Summer Es season the use of 50.313 MHz for FT8 contacts has become very congested, and stations are now using 50.323 MH... Read more
Equipment
Radio Incident Command Kit by N1RFD
What is my definition of a Communications Go-Kit? A Communications Go-Kit (or Radio-Ready-Kit) is made up of a portable “Amateur radio” st... Read more
GZV6000 Switching Mode DC Power Supply – 60 Amp
Special Features: • Size: 8.25″ x 4.5″ x 16″ • Weight: 12.8 lbs. • 60 Amp Continuous Rating, 100% Duty Cycle • Variable Voltage Cont... Read more
Zhong Xing Power Amplifier – HF2013DX
Zhong Xing Power Amplifier Since 2010 with advanced technologies and selected materials, we began to manufacture Zhong Xing Power Amplifiers fo... Read more
TEN-TEC Rebel Model 506 Open Source QRP CW Transceiver
The TEN-TEC Rebel model 506 transceiver is designed with the purpose of providing Ham Radio operators a platform for developing and writing code using... Read more
Xiegu X108 QRP Transceiver Kit 9 Bands – AM – SSB – CW
Xiegu X108 QRP Transceiver Kit 9 Bands – AM – SSB – CW 1 – 20 watts The X-108 is a single-conversion transceiver for all ama... Read more
Review
The Real FT8, JT65, and JT9 Signal-to-Noise Ratio Revealed
SNR – Signal-to-Noise Ratio From the 2018 TAPR Digital Communications Conference, we learn about a true measurement of signal to noise ratio on... Read more
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SMΩRF RF Vector Power Meter by microHAM [ Video ]
SMΩRF™ is the vector power meter. Connects to the power RF signal by remote sensor, available in several models for power levels up to 12KW and freque... Read more
QST Product Review – IC 7100 HF/VHF/UHF Transceiver
Reviewed by Ward Silver, NØAX ARRL Contributing Editor n0ax@arrl.org The Icom IC-7100 certainly made a splash when it was first announced in 20... Read more
SAQ Alexanderson Alternator Transmission Set for Christmas Eve
Sweden’s Alexanderson alternator station SAQ has planned a Christmas Eve transmission on 17.2 kHz. The transmitter will be tuned up starting at around... Read more
Antenna
NEW PRODUCT – CHA SPIDER ASB
The CHA SPIDER ASB is an octagon-shaped Antenna Spoke Base designed to allow mounting of four dipole antennas that use the standard 3/8” x 24 stud ant... Read more
CHALLENGER DX – 8 Band Multiband Antenna
THE CHALLENGER DX The Challenger antenna is the first production multiband antenna to utilize GAP technology. Thousands of Challengers are now... Read more
How High Should a Dipole Be? A Look at Antenna Modeling
“How high should a dipole be? What happens if it’s too low or too high? We turn to EZNEC antenna modeling software to see that the old rul... Read more
40 Meters 4-element Wire Yagi by VE3VN
Read great article from VE3VN – 40 Meters 4-element Wire Yagi : Read more
News
100 Inexpensive Paper Clips – Will It Antenna?
The highly requested paper clip installment of Will It Antenna. Where I try and make ham radio antennas out of common household items. Today, the wors... Read more
FCC Grants ARRL Rules Waiver Request for Fire Emergencies, Hurricanes
The FCC has granted ARRL’s request for a temporary waiver to permit amateur data transmissions at a higher symbol rate than currently permitted by sec... Read more
Hurricane Watch Net Wraps Up Marathon Activation for Two Storms
The Hurricane Watch Net (HWN) just stood down from another extended session — 71 hours of continuous operation — for Hurricane Paulette and Hurricane... Read more
FIRST CUBESAT SATELLITE DEVELOPED BY BRAZILIAN COMPANY FINISHES ENVIRONMENTAL TESTS
The Engineering Model, the first development model, of the NANOMIRAX / CRON-1 nanosatellite carried out its environmental testing campaign at the Inte... Read more
Marconi Day Award
Marconi Day Award The Calabria DX Team has once again organized Marconi Day and Award for the second year. The following accredited stations... Read more
