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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.

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sat02nov(nov 2)12:00 pmsun03(nov 3)12:00 pmUkrainian DX Contest12:00 pm - 12:00 pm (3) HF Bands Event Organized By: Ukrainian Contest Club Type:HF ContestModes:CW,SSB

sat09nov(nov 9)12:00 amsun10(nov 10)11:59 pmWorked All Europe DX Contest RTTY12:00 am - 11:59 pm (10) UTC HF Bands Event Organized By: DARC Type:HF ContestModes:RTTY Event TagsDARC,WAE

sat09nov(nov 9)7:00 amsun10(nov 10)1:00 pmJapan International DX Contest SSB7:00 am - 1:00 pm (10) HF Bands Event Organized By: JARL Type:HF + VHFModes:SSB

sat09nov(nov 9)12:00 pmsun10(nov 10)11:59 amOK OM DX Contest CW12:00 pm - 11:59 am (10) UTC HF Bands Event Organized By: CRC SZR Type:HF ContestModes:CW

sat16nov(nov 16)12:00 pmsun17(nov 17)12:00 pmLZ DX CONTEST12:00 pm - 12:00 pm (17) UTC HF Bands Event Organized By: BFRA Type:HF ContestModes:CW,SSB

sat23nov(nov 23)12:00 amsun24(nov 24)11:59 pmCQ WW DX CWCQ World Wide DX Contest CW12:00 am - 11:59 pm (24) HF Bands Event Organized By: CQ Magazine Type:HF ContestModes:CW Event TagsCQ,CQWW,CQWW DX,cw

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ICOM IC-7200

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Icom IC-2730

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

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[IARU R3] - Thursday October 31 2024
Uploading Spectrum Monitoring   from  Nov 2023 to Sep 2024 Uploaded the Spectrum Monitor Report: November 2023 ~ September 2024 Monitoring System Monitoring System R3…
[ARRL] - Thursday October 31 2024
[ARRL] - Thursday October 31 2024
The University of Scranton in Pennsylvania has a new amateur radio station, W3USR. A dedication was held at the university’s Loyola Science Center on Friday, October 25, 2024, led by Dr. Nathaniel Frissell, W2NAF, an assistant professor of physics and electrical engineering, and club advisor for the University of Scranton Amateur Radio Club.The new W3USR University of Scranton Amateur Radio Sta...
[ARRL] - Wednesday October 30 2024
The 2025 ARRL Foundation Scholarship Program will begin accepting applications on October 30, 2024. Applications will be accepted through January 6, 2025.More than 100 scholarships ranging from $500 to $25,000 will be awarded. All applicants must be active, FCC-licensed amateur radio operators. Information, along with the link to the online application, can be found on ARRL’s website: https://w...
[ARRL] - Wednesday October 30 2024
Updated 10/30/2024ARRL previously reported that we are responding to a serious incident involving access to our network and headquarters-based systems. Several services have been affected, including those administered by the ARRL Volunteer Examiner Coordinator (ARRL VEC).Exam Registrations and Materials. ARRL Volunteer Examiners (VEs) should continue to submit exam registrations and material re...
[IARU R1] - Sunday October 27 2024
Calling all Free and Open-Source Radio Enthusiasts! Wondering what Amateur Radio and Software-Defined Radio are all about? We’ve got you covered with a clear introduction – check out the “Recommended Topics” section! We’re calling on developers and users of Free …
[IARU R1] - Sunday October 27 2024
Join Us in Celebrating the Program for Disabled Radio Amateurs (PDRA) on International Day of Persons with Disabilities! Hosting special operating activities or nets that focus on accessibility in amateur radio. Sharing stories and achievements of disabled ham operators within …
[ARRL] - Friday October 25 2024
The 5th annual Youth "Dream Rig" Essay Contest has begun to accept submissions.The contest is sponsored by The Intrepid-DX Group, a U.S.-based 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that promotes amateur radio activities around the world and recognizes the importance of including youth in the amateur radio hobby.Contestants must be USA or Canadian amateur radio license holders aged 19 or younger. A...
[ARRL] - Friday October 25 2024
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With October just around the corner, we come closer to the deadline to submit your ideas for HAMChallenge 2024. We are still looking for your proposal in this challenge. Do you want to take part? Read here all details and …

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