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Ham Radio Frequencies

Amateur radio enthusiasts utilize specific frequency bands allocated globally for communication. From Low Frequency (LF) to Very-High Frequencies (VHF), each band has distinct characteristics and propagation conditions. Frequency allocations vary by country and ITU region. Understanding band usage and regulations is crucial for effective communication among ham radio operators worldwide.

Operating Digital Modes

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May

sat03may(may 3)12:00 pmsun04(may 4)11:59 amARI International DX Contest12:00 pm - 11:59 am (4) HF Bands Event Organized By: ARI Type:HF ContestModes:CW,RTTY,SSB

sat10may(may 10)12:00 pmsun11(may 11)11:59 amAlessandro Volta RTTY Contest12:00 pm - 11:59 am (11) HF Bands Event Organized By: ARI Type:HF ContestModes:RTTY

sat10may(may 10)12:00 pmsun11(may 11)11:59 amCQ-M International DX Contest12:00 pm - 11:59 am (11) HF Bands Event Organized By: CQ-M Type:Contest,HF ContestModes:CW,SSB

sat17may(may 17)12:00 pmsun18(may 18)12:00 pmHis Maj. King of Spain Contest, CWKing of Spain CW12:00 pm - 12:00 pm (18) HF Bands Event Organized By: URE Type:HF ContestModes:CW

sat24may(may 24)12:00 amsun25(may 25)12:00 amEU PSK DX Contest12:00 am - 12:00 am (25) HF Bands Event Organized By: EPSK Type:HF ContestModes:DIGITAL

sat24may(may 24)12:00 amsun25(may 25)11:59 pmCQ World Wide WPX CW12:00 am - 11:59 pm (25) UTC HF Bands Event Organized By: CQ Magazine Type:HF ContestModes:CW Event TagsCQ,cw,WPX

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Featured Ham Radio Products

Yaesu FT-891

The Yaesu FT-891 is a compact 100W transceiver praised for its portability, excellent receiver performance, and affordability, making it ideal for mobile operations. However, users criticize its menu-driven interface, lack of internal antenna tuner, and basic display features. Overall, it caters well to budget-conscious operators focused on portability.

Yaesu FT-857D

The Yaesu FT-857 provides base station-type performance from an ultra-compact package that's ideal for mobile or external battery portable work with a full 100 W output power.

Icom IC-2730

IC-2730 VHF/UHF Dual band mobile transceiver, featuring two simultaneous receivers and cross band repeater.

ICOM IC-7300 Brochure

ICOM IC-7300 The Innovative HF Transceiver with High Performance Real-Time Spectrum Scope - English Brochure

Diamond V2000a Antenna

Triband Base Antenna for 6m 2m 70cm bands.

Yaesu FT-891

The Yaesu FT-891 is a compact 100W transceiver praised for its portability, excellent receiver performance, and affordability, making it ideal for mobile operations. However, users criticize its menu-driven interface, lack of internal antenna tuner, and basic display features. Overall, it caters well to budget-conscious operators focused on portability.
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Anytone AT-778UV FM Dual Band Transceiver

The Anytone AT-778UV is a popular dual-band FM transceiver known for its affordability and solid features. Operating on VHF (144-148 MHz) and UHF (440-450 MHz) bands, it offers selectable power outputs of 25W, 15W, or 5W. Its bright 180-degree TFT LCD display and intuitive interface enhance usability in various settings. While it delivers good audio quality and a robust build, it lacks a dedicated volume knob and may heat up during extended use. Overall, it's an excellent entry-level choice for amateur radio enthusiasts.

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The Art of Telegraphy: Learning Morse Code with a Practice Oscillator

The importance of having a Morse practice oscillator for those who want to learn Morse code. Options for buying or building one.

Amateur Radio News Feeds

[ARRL] - Friday May 16 2025
After weeks of calm, solar activity is suddenly high again, with twostrong solar flares erupting from opposite sides of the Sun. ACoronal Mass Ejection (CME) was associated with a strong solar flareon May 12, but modeling shows the ejection passing behind Earth. Thegeomagnetic field has been at unsettled to active conditions.A CME associated with a filament eruption in the northern hemisphereis...
[RSGB] - Friday May 16 2025
RSGB General Manager, Steve Thomas, M1ACB, is delighted to announce the appointment of Pete Joyce, M0OFM, as the new volunteer RSGB Convention Chair. Pete is a regular attendee at RSGB Conventions and has a keen interest in balancing the different needs of attendees through a varied programme. He also understands the importance of making the […]
[RSGB] - Friday May 16 2025
The RSGB is excited to announce that more RadCom editions have been added to its web app. RSGB members are now able to browse back to January 2000, which is over 300 magazines! Go to the web app to explore all the RadCom content from this millennium. You’ll need your RSGB membership portal details to […]
[RSGB] - Friday May 16 2025
Volunteering at the RSGB National Radio Centre is a wide-ranging and highly rewarding role. Thanks to the variety of visitors and the number of events and activities that the Centre is involved with, no two days at the NRC are the same. If you’d like to join the friendly and dedicated team, the NRC is currently […]
[ARRL] - Friday May 16 2025
It was a flurry of activity around the exhibit space for ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® and beyond. Trucks being unloaded, tables being arranged, boxes being opened and even tablecloths being ironed were among the sights and sounds Thursday at Ohio’s Greene County Fairgrounds as hundreds of ham radio manufacturers, retailers, clubs, and organizations prepared for Friday’s open...
[ARRL] - Thursday May 15 2025
[ARRL] - Wednesday May 14 2025
ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® in a recent filing encouraged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to listen to industry stakeholders about the detrimental impacts that changes to the 902-928 MHz band would have for current users.The FCC is considering a petition by NextNav, Inc., a licensee in the 900-MHz Location and Monitoring Service (LMS), to reconfigure the 902-928...
[RSGB] - Wednesday May 14 2025
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 let’s show the very best of amateur radio and make sure we are there for one another. Let’s listen to each other, show our appreciation for our fellow radio amateurs and celebrate kindness within our community. Read how amateur radio helped Lee Aldridge, G4EJB in the July […]
[IARU R3] - Wednesday May 14 2025
Speaker: Dr.-Ing. Ir. Wahyudi Hasbi, S.Si, M.Kom, (IPU, ASEAN Eng.) YB1PRY.Please find attached the invitation to participate: https://www.iaru-r3.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/559881340116795496_Satellite-AR.pdf…

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