“Don’t let the lack of a repeater keep you from playing with DMR or another digital mode. DMR repeaters are springing up everywhere. There are currently over 850 operational or proposed DMR repeaters in North America. But if you don’t live in a large population area, you may find your DMR coverage lacking. So one method to access the DMR network is a hot spot.”
VHF
ICOM ID-52 Overview
ICOM ID-52 Icom has announced details of the ID-52E D-STAR Digital Handheld Transceiver. The ID-52E VHF/UHF dual-band digital transceiver is the lates... Read more
Like Father, Like Son: Michigan Ham Wraps Up Grid Master Award
Satellite enthusiast Doug Papay, KD8CAO, of Zeeland, Michigan, has worked all 488 US grid squares via satellite and has been granted Grid Master Award... Read more
Kenwood TM-D710GA
Specifications Covers 144-148 and 430-450 MHz transmit with 118-524 MHz (Band A) 136-524 MHz and 800-1300 MHz (Band B) less cellular receive Dual rece... Read more
New QO-100 satellite antenna for DP0GVN
On December 29, 2021, our new QO-100 SatCom ground station antenna for DP0GVN arrived intact in Antarctica at Neumayer Station III, and as of January... Read more
Amazing opening on 144 MHz from Cape Verde Islands to Poland
On Friday the 29th of May 2020, there was an extensive Sporadic-E opening across Europe which reached as high as 144 MHz allowing stations across the... Read more
An Introduction to the Icom IC-2730E UHF/VHF Dual Band Transceiver
This video provides an introduction to the Icom IC-2730E mobile transceiver that provides VHF/VHF, UHF/UHF simultaneous receive capability as well a... Read more
Review
Pluto Plus SDR – An Adalm Pluto Upgrade?
Here we take a look at the Pluto+ which has all the features the original Adalm Pluto should of had. Description: Pluto+ is a software-defined radio p... Read more
MFJ-1924 Programmable Screwdriver Antenna Controller
Programmable Screwdriver Antenna Controller 10 Memories. . . Super Accurate. . . AutoPark . . . StallProtector. . . Super bright LEDs Tuning your mobi... Read more
Jim, W6LG, Shows an Electrical Plug After It Failed
Jim shows what happened to an electrical plug after it developed a loose screw. Read more
NX-3000 Series lightbar and custom voice prompts | Kenwood Comms
The lightbar and custom voice prompts are shown in operation on the NX-3000 series heandheld walkie talkie radio, these features are a big advantage f... Read more
Coax Cable for HF Portable Operation – Ham Radio Q&A
“Quality coax cable can be a significant investment for your amateur radio station. A common mantra is to save your money on the antenna and spe... Read more
Equipment
Xiegu GSOC also supports mouse & keyboard operating
1) The presale works for the US only. Radios will be sent from China with DHL free express shipping. 2) For EU countries, please be patient, we’... Read more
DU800 – HA8DU Manual Tuners HF+6m
DU 800 HF+6m ANTENNA TUNER FEATURES The DU 800 T optimizes the performance of your antenna and transmitter or SWL receiver by providing adjustable imp... Read more
RF SHARK SHORTWAVE RECEIVER KIT
The receiver works according to the double superhet principle and is designed for the frequency range from 40 kHz to 30 MHz. It is characterized by an... Read more
Amplifier 1.2 kW Spert 1200 – 1.8 to 50 MHz
Output power of 1200 W CW / SSB in the field KF, 700W in the band of 50 MHz Power 50V 35A efficiency of 73-75% frequency range 1.8 to 50 MHz switching... Read more
ParaPro EQ20B-DSP
The new bhi ParaPro EQ20B-DSP features a 20W modular audio power amplifier with a parametric equaliser and bhi’s latest dual Channel DSP Noise Cancell... Read more
Digital Modes
The Ultimate Portable Ham Radio Computer
Hello Operators. In this episode of the OH8STN ham radio, we are discussing replacing the raspberry pi field computer build, with the Microsoft Surfac... Read more
Get Started with FT8 – An Introduction for Beginners
FT8 is a mode in the WSJT-X software developed by Dr Joe Taylor K1JT. In this video I show how to get started and make contacts with FT8, introduction... Read more
WSJT-X Version 2.5.1 has been Released
The WSJT-X development team has announced the general availability release of WSJT-X version 2.5.1. This release mainly contains i... Read more
WSJT-X Errors? Try This Simple Fix
Does WSJT-X display errors when you transmit with your radio? Try this simple fix which has helped me get rid of those frustrating errors. Read more
WSJT-X version 2.5.1 released
WSJT-X version 2.5.1 releasedThe development team have announced the General Availability (GA) release of WSJT-X version 2.5.1. This release mainly co... Read more
RC WSJT-X 2.5.0-rc4 is now ready for download by beta testers
“Dear WSJT-X and MAP65 Users, We are pleased to announce that a public Release Candidate WSJT-X 2.5.0-rc4 is now ready for download by beta testers. O... Read more
News
ANACOM acts to eradicate interference and abuse of radio spectrum.
Gaspar, EA6AMM José Francisco de Almeida, CT4AN, IARUMS Coordinator from REP (Rede dos Emissores Portugueses; Portugal), info... Read more
Tonga Volcano Update | Ham Radio Disaster Communications
Tonga Volcano An update on the situation coming out of Tonga. A very large volcano has erupted disrupting satellite, communications and telephone netw... Read more
Extended ARRL Team Will Support February’s ARRL National Convention in Orlando
HamCation A large ARRL team of member-volunteers, program representatives, and presenters will advance the convention theme inviting attendees to “reD... Read more
Vertical HF Antenna LZAV-5BAND
Vertical HF Antenna made in BULGARIA Bands: 14-18-21-24-28 MHZ Frequency, MHz 14 / 18 / 21 / 24 / 28 Power watts 2,5 kW Radials (number) 4 x 2.05 m VS... Read more
Amateur Operation in 3.45 – 3.5 GHz Segment Must Cease by April 14, 2022
The FCC has established April 14, 2022, as the date by which amateur radio transmissions must stop in the upper 3.45 – 3.5 GHz segment of the amateur... Read more
The Xiegu X6100 or the Icom IC-705? Making a purchase decision!
Xiegu X6100 or the Icom IC-705? Read more
