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Nifty! Quick Reference Guides and short form Mini-manuals and for Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu and Elecraft transceivers.

The document titled 'Extending the Range of Your Handheld' by WG7S is a guide on how to extend the range of your handheld VHF UHF transceiver by using an external antenna. It provides information on comparing popular models, selecting the right antenna, and resources for amateur radio antennas.

The Packet Radio beginners guide to packet radio operating by Buck Rogers K4ABT

Your beginner's guide to shortwave radio, include an up to date blog and news about products and events.

List of scanner frequencies used in the US for emergency or inter-agency communications, allocated nationally.

The Icom IC-7300 is a popular HF transceiver among amateur radio operators, known for its advanced features and ease of use. However, integrating it with software like Ham Radio Deluxe (HRD) can be challenging due to compatibility issues. This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to configure the IC-7300 to work seamlessly with HRD 5.24, the last freeware version available. It covers the installation of necessary drivers, setting up virtual COM ports, and configuring audio settings for digital modes. To begin, users must download and install the Icom USB driver, which creates a virtual serial COM port for communication between the radio and the computer. The guide details how to check for this new port and adjust the CI-V address settings to ensure proper communication. It also explains how to set up the soundcard settings in HRD for digital modes, allowing operators to transmit and receive audio effectively. Following these instructions will enable IC-7300 owners to maximize their radio's capabilities with HRD.

How to make an effective RF Choke. The coiled coax choke is the easiest to make but also the least effective. This article includes some general guidelines for winding coax chokes on a 10cm PVC pipe using RG-58 or RG-213 coax cable.

These photos illustrate the basic steps in making a perfect solder joint on a p.c.b

A document about Repeaters what are they and how to use them in a pdf file format

Pages fully dedicated to beginners guides, includes an interesting sample of a CW QSO, and a list of frequencies to practise morse code, useful for beginners,

Amateur radio multi language QSO with translation in several languages. How to conduct a QSO in a foreign language including english

This page is about the RSGB's Propagation Studies Committee, its work, services and current projects, together with guides to where to find more about matters relating to propagation on the Internet at all levels from introductory to professional. Watch this space!

Online calculator and a full documented pictorial guide to build a single sided 8 slot waveguide antenna

WSJT manuals and user guides in many languages. Most of these manuals are outdated and refers to legacy versions.

Get familiar with the basic operating procedures for using the JT65 mode of HF digital communications, a 35 pages PDF file.

Theory of the ferrite rod antenna

Guide to soldering an desoldering

Beginners guide and introduction to get started in ham radio if you live in India

Building a Windom HF Antenna. A PDF file presentation about homebrewing a windom antenna for the HF bands with formulas for 40 and 80 meters bands and step by step guide on making a 4:1 balun to feed the antenna.

Nifty E-Z Guide to EchoLink Operation A comprehensive guide for installing and operating EchoLink.

Satellite observing guide and reference

PDF document for IC-7300 beginners. The ICOM IC-7300 is an HF + 6 meter, multi-mode, self-contained Software Defined Radio (SDR) transceiver with knobs, buttons and a touch screen. It also has a real-time spectrum display with pan adapter and water fall displays.

Presents a detailed resource for DXers interested in Non-Directional Radiobeacons (NDBs), MF, HF, and VHF propagation beacons, and various other radiobeacon types. The site offers access to downloadable information files, including an Abbreviations List, NDB List Country List, and NDB Publications List, which serve as foundational materials for newcomers to the hobby of beacon monitoring and DXing. It covers specialized topics such as DGPS beacons, GMDSS DSC mode, and NAVTEX mode, with dedicated sections providing in-depth explanations. A Beacon Photo Gallery showcases diverse radiobeacon types from around the globe, offering visual context for different systems encountered in the field. The platform also facilitates participation in unique monthly Coordinated Listening Events (CLEs), providing guidelines and schedules for these activities. The resource outlines various associated Groups.io lists, including the primary NDB List for radiobeacons (NDBs, Propagation Beacons, VOR systems), the DGPS List for DGPS DXing, Time Signals, LORAN, and WeFAX modes, and specialist groups like NavtexDX and DSC List for GMDSS-DSC. It details how to join these communities for further engagement and information exchange.

A amateur radio guide to RFI, ferrites, baluns, and audio interfacing by K9YC

In this article the author provides some guidelines on how to solve a common problem when stacking different types of yagi antennas on the same mast, limiting the effects on gain and radiation pattern of both antennas

A complete guide to undestand and know how electret condensor microphone elements works by K3DAV

By Peter Kemp, KZ1Z

A guide on manually programming D-Star ID-51A and ID-31A Handheld

Basic guide on soldering techniques, tips and tricks

A simplified Guide to the FT8. Dxpedition mode. By Stefano IK2HKT – Rel. 2.0.0 - January 2019. This document explains how to configure WSJT to work on F/H mode DXPedtions, how to operate and make a call to a dxpedition calling CQ in FT8 Fox Mode.

Index of main electronics topics

This wiki is intended to help identify radio signals through example sounds and waterfall images. Most signals are received and recorded using a software defined radio

This is a presentation used at OVARC on the LindenBlad antenna construction. The presentation cover several topics about this antenna, from the basic antenna design, to the guide on how to contruct a custom lindenblad antenna for the 2 meters band and and 70 centimenters band.

Excellent article and guide to choose the best RF power amplifier that fit your needs by ON4SKY

Basic guidelines for proper placement of an amateur radio mobile antenna

Complete guide to receive weather satelite images with a RTL SDR dongle and free software

Home for dutch speaking radioamateurs, wordwide. We also provide information about our hobby in english and other languages. Hamradio guide for visitor to Holland

A guide to making good soldered joints and desoldering tips, includes an interesting how-to-guide on properly soldering electronic components

Setting up RTL-SDR, Zadig and SDR# on Windows

This page describes some repair tasks related to the Kenwood TS-850 transceiver. You will be guided through the repair proces step-by-step followed by descriptions and pictures.

Design Guidelines for JFET Audio Preamplifier Circuits By Mike Martell N1HFX

This site is dedicated to design and analysis of micro- and millimeter wave filters from 0.5 to above 100 GHz.

How to understand resistor colour codes

The complete Bozo's guide to JT65A by K3UK, learn how to install and operate WSJT software and start making QSO in weak signals operating modes

Guidelines for optimal speaker placement inside our ham radio shacks

Presents a concise guide for Amateur Radio operators participating in Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA), an annual event connecting approximately 500,000 Scouts and Guides worldwide via ham radio. The resource details how to initiate a voice contact, including the use of "CQ Jamboree JOTA" and proper signal reporting with the RST system. It also outlines the typical exchange information, such as name, QTH, Scout rank, and age, encouraging participants to practice their responses. Authored by Bill Wetherill, N2WG, the brochure provides a practical phonetics chart and a comprehensive Morse code dictionary, including punctuation and prosigns like AR and SK. It clarifies rules for third-party operation under the direct supervision of a licensed operator, noting restrictions on international contacts without specific government agreements. Additionally, the guide lists recommended World Scout Frequencies for SSB and CW across 80, 40, 20, 17, 15, 12, and 10 meters, emphasizing courteous operating procedures. It includes a section on common Q-signals like QRM, QRN, and QSL, alongside the Amateur's Code, which stresses considerate, loyal, progressive, friendly, balanced, and patriotic conduct.

AO-51 Operating guidelines and introduction

A beginners guide to DMR. This web site cover all aspects of DMR and is a valuable resource for those who want to get started with DMR.

A interesting guide to help get started with HF published at Essex Ham

This online project guide details the construction of a homebrew boom microphone system. It details the assembly of a microphone shell from a 3/4" PVC pipe section and an end cap, requiring a drilled hole for a snug fit of the electret or condenser mic element. The internal wiring schematic specifies a **2.2 K** resistor and a **47 uF** polar capacitor for signal conditioning, with a circuit diagram provided for integration with IC-706 series transceivers. The guide outlines the use of CAT-5 cable for internal connections, incorporating strain relief at the rear of the mic shell, and an inline 3.5 mm jack to facilitate an external _PTT_ line, designed for a foot-mounted switch. Further construction involves fabricating a microphone shock mount from a 2-inch PVC connector, detailing the creation of four "fingers" and the insertion of screw-eyes for attaching elastic bands, which are twisted 180 degrees for tensioning and vibration isolation. A foam wind screen is also incorporated into the microphone assembly, secured with adhesive. The boom arm itself is repurposed from an articulated architect lamp, with the original lamp assembly converted into a **60 watt** resistive load for testing power sources. Microphone cabling is secured to the boom arm using wire ties, ensuring sufficient slack at hinge points to maintain articulation. The boom base is mounted to a bookshelf, requiring specific positioning to achieve proper microphone placement in front of the operator. Performance evaluation of the microphone system is conducted through on-air audio signal reports from other amateur radio operators. DXZone Focus: Online Project Guide | Boom Microphone Construction | Electret Mic Element | PTT Line