SteppIR UrbanBeam

“This is a full review of the SteppIR UrbanBeam (multiband HF antenna) with the SDA 2000 controller (OptimizIR). It’s part 3 of a video series. See part 1 for the unboxing and part checklists and part 2 for the full assembly.”

Review

FT-DX101D Dealer Demonstration by Yaesu UK

May 20, 2019 No comments

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RigExpert AA-230 Antenna Analyzer Unboxing and Initial

August 09, 2019 No comments

The RigExpert AA-230 Zoom analyzer is designed for measuring SWR (standing wave ratio), return loss, cable loss, as well as other parameters of cable... Read more

Coaxial cable quality review

July 13, 2015 No comments

Coaxial cable quality review What to look for in a coaxial cable and at what price? Not all coaxial cables are constructed equal. This is what you sho... Read more

Icom IC-7300 Morse Code and Display Overview [ Video ]

February 02, 2016 No comments

    Icom revealed their first Software Defined Radio (SDR) HF transceiver, the IC-7300, on Saturday, August 22nd 2015, at the Tokyo Ham Fair... Read more

Dipole Antenna Center Insulator – Ham Radio Basics by W6LG

April 11, 2017 No comments

Jim, W6LG shows the PVC plumbing parts, coax connector and screw eyes to make a dipole center insulator.   Read more

VHF

New ! BIG TAJFUN 1000 144 MHz – 1KW

July 27, 2015 No comments

Description New robust Heatsinks – Fischer. Continuous 900W DIGI-modes. Quiet fans. TAJFUN 1000 is small, lightweight but robus LDMOS Power Ampl... Read more

Kenwood TH-D74 APRS & DSTAR Radio [ Video ] – English Version

August 22, 2016 No comments

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Ham Radio Smartphone! Outfone Rangerfone S15 Android VHF/UHF

December 04, 2016 No comments

  SpecificationFeaturesAccessories S15 Rugged Outdoor phone Specification Basic Parameter Model Rangerfone S15 Color Black Design Bar OS Android... Read more

BTECH UV-2501 – MINI MOBILE 25 WATT RADIO

November 18, 2015 No comments

UV-2501 WHAT MAKES IT UNIQUE? Synchronize Display Mode Scrambler/Inversion, DTMF, 5Tone, 2Tone, CTCSS, and DCS Calling Modes (Remote Kill/Stun Support... Read more

New Microwave, UHF Distance Records Set on Same Day

July 06, 2016 No comments

New distance records were set on 47 GHz and on 902 MHz on June 30 by stations at vastly separated points on the globe. On 47 GHz, US and Canadian oper... Read more

News

New French CEPT paper still seeks 144-146 MHz for Aeronautical

August 24, 2019 No comments

The French administration has renewed its attack on the Amateur Radio 144-146 MHz band ahead of a key CEPT ECC CPG meetingin Ankara, August 26-30. In... Read more

Efforts Continue to Enhance ARES Program, Add Resources

August 23, 2019 No comments

The ARRL Board of Directors, committees, and Headquarters administrative staff are continuing efforts to enhance the venerable Amateur Radio Emergency... Read more

FCC issues $39,000 + Forfeiture Order against man from North Carolina

August 22, 2019 No comments

The WIA report the FCC has issued a $39,000 + Forfeiture Order against a man from North Carolina, for intentional misuse of a local public safety radi... Read more

Inter-American Proposal Removes 47 – 47.2 GHz from Bands under Study for 5G Services

August 21, 2019 No comments

The 34th meeting of the Inter-American Telecommunication Commission (CITEL) Permanent Consultative Committee II (PCC.II) concluded a week of meetings... Read more

ARRL Contest and DXCC Rules Now Prohibit Automated Contacts

August 20, 2019 No comments

Following the direction of the ARRL Board of Directors, ARRL has incorporated changes to the rules for all ARRL-sponsored contests and DXCC, prohibiti... Read more