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The following frequencies are assigned to datacommunications in the HF bands within the UK By RSGB data communications committee information.

NDBfinder allows you to use your PC and soundcard to receive, detect, identify and log NDBs (Non Directional Beacons used for maritime and aeronautical navigation)

MorseMaker is an up-to-date replacement for the Morse Machine shown further down this page. It has been re-written using a different programming language and is now entirely 'stand-alone' requiring no run-time support files. This version also works with Windows XP and can use the soundcard but please note that, unlike its predecessor, it does not split the alphabet into smaller 'learning' blocks and does not incorporate the Morse reader.

Ham Radio On line shop, kenwood yaesu icom alincon ten tec dealer, antenna rotors, antennas, antenna mounts, microphones, antenna mas, receivers and scanners based in Essex England Uk

A Simple Project: One Transistor TRF Regenerative RX

Sharing information on Topband Homebrew Antennas, Base & Mobile

Homemade SWR PWR Meter based on Arduino

A multi-mode QRP radio beacon built around the Arduino. This radio propagation beacon transmitter project is presented by M0XPD

G3WZT John Matthews project of a 600 Watt solid state linear amplifier for the 6 meters band

Free format input, User selectable usage of reports, counters for DXCCs, WWL, DOK/UK Counties/CQ/ITU/States/Provinces and more

A pictorial guide to the basic ways of desoldering joints

The aim of the project is test if fractal antennas can work acceptably on HF bands.

G3TPW CobWebb Antenna for the 14, 18, 21, 24 and 28 MHz Bands

A site for Amateur Radio beginners and enthusiasts in Malaysia

Some printable logbooks or logsheets, made to use whilst operating portable. Download free PDF files in landscape and portrait A4 Format.

An impedance transformer (9:1) to feed a high impedance long wire (~450 ohm), down to a 50 ohm unbalanced coaxial input.

BaseStation is a Windows application written originally for the SBS-1 family of Virtual Radar Receivers.

Icom, kenwood and yaesu manuals for sale

Moon tracking for Mac Windows and Linux for EME by GM4JJJ

10GHz Rainscatter audio files

Scans of original G2DAF articles on his HF linear amplifier using QY3-125 tube

The 11-meter band, often associated with Citizens Band (CB) radio, presents unique challenges and opportunities for long-distance communication, particularly for operators interested in DXing. This group facilitates discussions and information exchange among enthusiasts who operate on this frequency, often utilizing single-sideband (SSB) modulation for improved range and signal clarity compared to traditional AM CB operations. The community provides a platform for members to share experiences, technical insights, and propagation reports relevant to 27 MHz operations. Members engage in discussions covering various aspects of 11-meter DX, including antenna configurations, transceiver modifications, and operating techniques to maximize signal propagation across continents. The forum serves as a central hub for coordinating contacts, sharing QSL information, and celebrating successful long-haul QSOs. Specific topics often include optimizing power output, reducing noise, and understanding solar cycle effects on 27 MHz. The group's activities extend to organizing virtual gatherings and promoting ethical operating practices within the 11-meter DX community. It supports both seasoned operators and those new to the band, fostering a collaborative environment for exploring the capabilities of CB radio beyond local communications.

Demonstrates the design and construction of a compact, portable multi-band mini-delta loop antenna, specifically optimized for /P (portable) operations from remote locations like Scottish islands. The resource covers the theoretical underpinnings of half-wave loops, contrasting closed and open configurations, and then details the application of a folded dipole principle to achieve a 50-ohm match for direct coax feed. It presents empirical formulas for calculating element lengths, considering the velocity factor of common wire types, and provides a detailed example for a 20m (14.175 MHz) version. The article includes a comprehensive table of dimensions and allowances for a five-band (20m, 17m, 15m, 12m, 10m) mini-delta beam, along with construction hints for the central support and balun. It specifies a 1:1 trifilar balun wound on a ferrite rod and describes the antenna adjustment process using an _MFJ-259B Antenna Analyser_. Initial test results indicate an SWR of 1:1 at resonance and a bandwidth of approximately 240 kHz on 20m, even at a low height of five feet above ground. The distinctive utility lies in its focus on a practical, easily deployable beam antenna for portable DXing, offering a viable alternative to more complex or larger arrays.

Website dedicated to Coastal Radio Stations, includes frequency lists for memdium frequencies maritime stations

FREE bring & buy website for UK radio amateurs

Chip64 mp3 file

GW4ALG's _136 kHz Pages_ document the evolution of vertical antennas for the 2200m band, starting with a prototype mounted on a house wall. This initial design, despite achieving the first **395 km** GM-GW QSO, suffered from significant insulation breakdown, high RF losses due to proximity to the house, and difficult tuning adjustments. The author details the challenges of maintaining resonance and matching with a variometer in the loft, noting that adding three earth spikes offered no measurable improvement over a simple water tap connection. The subsequent experimental 12m vertical, relocated away from the house, significantly reduced dielectric losses and proved far more effective. This antenna enabled GW4ALG to set a world DX record on 136 kHz with a **1916 km** QSO to OH1TN, and an intra-UK record of **703 km** to GM3YXM/P. The resource further explores the use of helium-filled balloons to extend the vertical radiator, achieving heights up to 27m, typically 20m, for enhanced low-band performance. Practical advice on balloon types, inflation, and critical insulation between the wire and balloon is provided, emphasizing safety and avoiding arcing.

A simple accurate power splitter for the 70cm uplink to Oscar 13

This article presents a technical investigation into spurious emissions from the Yaesu FT-847 transceiver when operating on the 70MHz (4-meter) band. The author discovered significant problems with both factory "UK spec" and modified units. Spectrum analysis revealed that when transmitting at 70.2MHz, the radio produces numerous spurious signals, with the most prominent emission at 45.6MHz measuring only 3dB below the fundamental frequency. The study also documents poor power efficiency on 4m (10.3% at 30W output) compared to 6m operation (23.5% at 30W). Tests verified that jumper configurations had no effect on filter selection. The author warns that using these radios on 4m may violate license conditions due to excessive spurious emissions.

Presents a dynamic, searchable database of shortwave broadcast schedules from around the world, enabling users to locate active stations or plan listening sessions based on scheduled transmission periods and frequencies. The resource details specific station names, such as _Radio Habana Cuba_, _Deutsche Welle_, and _All India Radio_, alongside their operational times and assigned kilohertz frequencies. It also incorporates a distance calculator, which leverages geographical coordinates to estimate propagation paths, though it notes occasional data inaccuracies leading to transmitters appearing in oceanic locations. The platform's development log highlights continuous updates, including the integration of new seasonal schedules like "A24 frequencies" and "B23 schedule," reflecting the fluid nature of shortwave broadcasting. It documents challenges with geolocation services, particularly concerning Google API changes that impacted distance calculations and required user-side browser configuration adjustments for optimal functionality. The site owner, VAXXi, frequently communicates these technical adjustments and database updates, often acknowledging user contributions and donations. Distinctively, the resource provides a historical perspective through its update archives, illustrating the evolution of shortwave listening over more than a decade since its inception in 2011. It also mentions specific events, such as the BBC adding shortwave broadcasts for Ukraine on 5875 kHz and 15735 kHz, demonstrating its responsiveness to global events impacting broadcast schedules. The site's commitment to user feedback is evident in its bug reporting and feature request mechanisms, contributing to its ongoing refinement.

news and views from the UK about the course of CB in the U.K. and Europe.

Circuit diagrams drake tr7, Schaltbilder Drake Tr7, antenna tuners, baluns, and home brew power supplies, dual tone ssb test generator, zweiton ssb test generator, zweiton testgenerator, dual tone test generator by DK4DDS

Yaesu Icom Kenwood CAT Interfaces. Isolated audio-DATA interfaces for ALL afsk DATA modes inc psk31 rtty sstv etc.

Excellent slides explaining radio and radiowaves generation basics

An unused 5v supply connection allows an electret condenser microphone element to be used in place of the standard dynamic element. Modification by M0UKD

Calculate online, ERP in dB and dBi given PWR Frequency Coax lenght and type and antenna type

This simple modification is applicable to pretty much any 12 volt operated, positive earth equipment. by Chris Cox, N0UK, G4JEC

FM dx logs, MW carrier offset monitoring, lists of RDS codes in use in the UK, London pirate bandscan and much more from a London QTH.

AR-82000 software

On-Line CB Radio and truck accessory shop based in UK

An inverted Vee antenna calculator that consider also minimun vertical height and horizontal spread by M0UKD

A PDF presentation of a home made moxon antenna for 50 MHz 70 MHz and 144 Mhz. The project is mainly out of surplus plastic Plumbing pipes and clips etc, and also details of how the dimensions were calculated.

A simple and inexpensive way to connect an AR8000 to a portable computer

CB Radio and 10 meter Radio reviews & mods blog. Most articles are in Japanese

This document details the design and construction of a Vinecom 6N4 dual-band Yagi antenna for the 50MHz (6-meter) and 70MHz (4-meter) amateur radio bands. The antenna features 9 total elements (4 elements for 50MHz, 5 elements for 70MHz) on a 4.236-meter aluminum boom. Computer simulations using MMANA software predict 7.21 dBd gain on both bands with front-to-back ratios of 16.01dB (6m) and 15.37dB (4m). The design uses 12.7mm diameter elements mounted on a 32mm square boom, weighing 5.7kg total. Practical measurements with an MFJ-269 analyzer confirmed good SWR performance across both bands after element length adjustments.

This is an interactive design package for designing analogue (i.e. hardware) filters made of inductors and capacitors (Ls and Cs).

Small and inexpensive homebrew HF radio 5W Output, CW SSB AM FM, DSP, Speech Processor, Sprectrum Scope, Watefall Display. mcHF is a small, home-brewed amateur radio project. Firmware is released as open source.

AM-6154 222MHz grid Conversion Information by N0UK

Homebrew a compact yagi antenna for 14 Mhz suitable for those with small plots based on a design by AB4GX

Building a 2 metre 144MHz VHF Yagi beam antenna, designed for portable use.