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A website for those who also enjoy Morse code telegraphy and the keys that make it.

If you like packet radio you will find me there.

A guide to setup a RTL-SDR on Windows, by installing the Zadig dongle software and setting up SDR Sharp for the very first time

A 7 dB directional gain is reported for this portable VHF Yagi antenna design, which utilizes cut metal tape measure sections for its elements. The resource details the construction process for a 2-meter band antenna, emphasizing its ease of build and portability. It specifically mentions the design's suitability for radio direction finding (RDF), fox hunting, and communication with satellites and the International Space Station (ISS), highlighting its practical applications for amateur radio operators. The construction cost is estimated at under $20, with potential for even lower expense if salvaged materials like old tape measures and PVC pipes are used. The article references _Joe Leggio's_ (WB2HOL) original design, noting specific alterations made by the author. It also compares this design to other DIY Yagi antennas, including _FN64's_ 2-meter band and _manuka's_ 70-cm band tape measure Yagis, underscoring its unique combination of simplicity, portability, and effective performance with a 1:1 SWR achievable on the 2-meter band.

Ten-Tec Orion II picture and specifications at RigPix

Ukrainian radioamateur on HF: DX News, Contesting, Propagation, Conference, Photo, Radioamateur Map, Online Logs etc.

Industrial and Commercial Parts Supply Since 1946

Amadeus is a very powerful sound recorder and editor for Apple MacOS. Available in Lite and Pro version, is intuitive and a support many sound formats.

The CAT and audio interface version 3 project by PA5CA presents a comprehensive solution for integrating amateur radio transceivers with computer sound cards, facilitating digital mode operation and CAT control. It includes detailed schematics for the interface circuitry, illustrating the isolation transformers for audio paths and optocouplers for CAT data lines, ensuring robust electrical separation between radio and PC. The resource also provides PCB layouts, enabling constructors to fabricate their own boards for this specific design. The project outlines the component selection and assembly process, emphasizing the use of readily available parts to build a reliable interface. It addresses common challenges in sound card interfacing, such as ground loops and RF interference, through its isolated design. This construction guide offers practical insights into building a functional interface, making it suitable for hams interested in DIY radio accessories for digital modes like FT8, RTTY, and PSK31.

Interfacing the IC706MKIIG for Soundcard & TNC modes

for those times when you have a 28v relay, but want to use it with a 12v source

This 6 meter 2 element yagi antenna is simple, compact and effective antenna for 50 Mhz. The design antenna was optimized with AO for best match to 50 ohms, no matching network. A choke balun is recommended to decouple feedline currents.

4 Square K9AY Array project for 80 and 40 meters band

AudioXplorer is a sound analyzer software designed for Mac OSX, provide a real-time analysis window where you can visualize the sound spectrum and sonogram

Demonstrates the product line of CAIG Laboratories, focusing on specialized contact cleaners and lubricants essential for maintaining electronic components. Key products include **DeoxIT**, designed for deoxidizing and protecting electrical connections, and **DeoxIT Gold (ProGold)**, formulated to enhance conductivity and provide long-lasting protection on plated surfaces. Details the application of these solutions across various electronic devices, from audio equipment to critical ham radio gear, ensuring optimal signal integrity and component longevity. The product range also features **DeoxIT Faderlube (CaiLube MCL)**, specifically engineered for conductive plastic and carbon-based controls, mitigating wear and improving tactile feel. Explains how proper contact maintenance with these products can prevent intermittent connections, reduce noise, and extend the operational life of switches, potentiometers, and connectors in both commercial and amateur radio applications.

Article about an end-fed anntenna for the 17 and 12 WARC Bands. 30 meters is not included in this project. This antenna includes a 14 windings unun impedance transformer using a FT-140-43 ferrite toroid, that should be enought for a 100W PEP.

Article about interfacing Ham Radio Deluxe software to Icom IC-7610 transceiver. Article explain how to customize CI-V Address value, and how to properly connect the PC to the IC-7610 USB ports. Include videos and links to drivers.

A blod dedicated to SDR and RTL-SDR featuring sdr new and product reviews

Amateur Radio Hobbies of K4MDB

Anaheim amateur radio association - k6syu

Ted Freitas Fresno, California, United States

Custom transformers by Mr. Dahl has been designing specialty transformers and reactors for over 35 years, and has been a licensed Ham radio operator, K0BIT, since 1955.

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1.5 dB of matched line loss can be calculated for a given transmission line using this online tool, which employs a model calibrated from empirical data. The calculator allows radio amateurs to input specific transmission line types, such as _RG-8_ or _RG-58_, and then determine the expected signal attenuation. This is crucial for optimizing antenna system efficiency and understanding power delivery to the radiating element, especially for HF and VHF operations where feedline losses can significantly impact performance. Beyond matched loss, the calculator also provides an estimate for mismatched loss if the Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) is specified. This feature helps operators quantify the additional power loss due to impedance discontinuities between the transceiver, feedline, and antenna, which is a common concern in amateur radio installations. Accurate loss calculations are vital for effective station design and for predicting actual radiated power. The tool's utility extends to various operating scenarios, from fixed station setups to portable deployments, aiding in the selection of appropriate feedline lengths and types to minimize signal degradation. Understanding these losses is a fundamental aspect of maximizing the effectiveness of any amateur radio antenna system.

How to program Baofeng handheld transceiver with satellite frequencies, and how to get alerts when satellites are visible by using a smartphone app. A beginners guide to work satellites with a common VHF handheld radio.

The gateway to amateur radio in the Hhdson valley

LU Argentina Country CALL division Antarctic and South Atlantic prefixes and sufixes

PY0FF Online Long by Andre in SA-003 Fernando De Noronha Archipelago

Bienvenue sur ma page personnel ! Welcome to my personal web pages !

Personal page with meeting photos and eleven meter maps too

Antennas, Transmission Lines, Tuners - Myths, Mysteries and Qualifiers By Don Wilhelm W3FPR

An interesting article on grounding and receiver noise

What Are Pirate Radio Stations and Why Listen to Pirate Radio Stations, How to Listen To Pirate Radio Stations

Ham radio antenna towers manufactuer based in Italy

The Sandusky Radio Experimental League Inc,(SREL), is a club of amateur radio operators in Northern Ohio. SREL sponsors the 53.35, 146.655 and 444.375 repeaters.

KD0SO receiving loop for 160 meters

A 102-inch vertical whip, commonly a CB antenna, forms the core of this low-profile 10-meter antenna design, optimized for the 28 MHz band. The construction details specify three 8-foot radials made from scrap wire, connected to a common point. This simple yet effective setup is designed for ease of construction and deployment, making it accessible for operators with limited space or materials. The design emphasizes using readily available components, including PVC pipe for the mast and a SO-239 connector for the feedline, ensuring a straightforward build process for a resonant quarter-wave vertical. Field results indicate that this antenna provides good performance for local and DX contacts on 10 meters, despite its compact footprint. The author, N8WRL, shares practical insights into its construction and tuning, highlighting its suitability for temporary or permanent installations where a full-sized antenna might be impractical. Comparisons to more complex designs suggest that this low-profile vertical offers a respectable signal-to-noise ratio and effective radiated power for its size, proving that simple designs can yield satisfying on-air results.

The Associazione Radioamatori Italiani (ARI) Bergamo section provides a local hub for amateur radio operators in the Lombardy region of Italy. This resource details upcoming events such as the annual _Panettonata di Natale_ and important administrative updates like the 2026 membership renewal process. It also highlights special operating activities, including a commemorative radio activation for the 101st anniversary of the Gleno Dam disaster, which involved operators from both the Bergamo and Vallecamonica ARI sections. The site serves as a central point for local hams to stay informed about club activities and operational opportunities. Members can find information regarding payment methods for annual dues and event schedules. The Gleno Dam activation, for instance, is a significant event, demonstrating the club's engagement in historical remembrance through amateur radio. Such activities foster community spirit and provide opportunities for members to participate in public service and special event operations, often generating **hundreds of QSOs** and promoting the hobby.

Amateur Radio Club serving Barry & District

OZ9FW CDG2000 High-end transceiver homebrew project

If you want to design vertical antennas you can find all theory and formulas used to model a vertical aerial calculating capacitance, reactance, building the inductor and calculating resistances. Includes an excel spreadsheet to calculate efficiency.

Freeband modification for the Yaesu FT-100

Sw tool to design point-to-point multi-hop microwave links and networks, 400MHz to 58 GHz. Site/Hop Configuration; Customized Antenna & Radio Equipment Libraries; Link Budget; Path Profile Analysis ,clearance, reflections; import path profiles from SRTM maps, free download.

Radio Group for Special Dx'ers only based in italy

MSET is a collection of motorcyclist and motorcycle enthusiasts volunteering their time and talents supporting community events, utilizing the unique mobility of motorcycles when appropriate

Numbers stations and other odd radio stations, espionage, jamming, cryptography, code messages, sigint

Mailing list on running or monitoring HF beacons

By Radio Amateurs of Northern Vermont

G4ILO article page on an optional Elekraft K3 Pan Adapter solution

Have you searched and searched for a good speaker for your ham radio? That perfect speaker that would let you hear voices through the noise and static without hiss?