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The F5GIT blog documents the amateur radio pursuits of Tony, F5GIT, offering insights into his DXpedition experiences and contest operations. It presents detailed accounts of his participation in events like the _CQ WW DX Contest_ and the _IARU HF Championship_, often including specific callsigns worked and operational strategies employed. The resource covers various aspects of station setup, antenna configurations, and radio equipment used for achieving contacts across different bands. Content includes discussions on antenna performance, such as a **2-element Yagi** for 10/15/20 meters, and operational challenges encountered during remote or portable setups. The blog also serves as a personal log, chronicling significant QSOs and providing a historical record of his amateur radio journey. It details specific locations operated from, like _Île de Ré_, and the unique challenges presented by such environments. Furthermore, the blog provides practical information on optimizing station efficiency and maximizing contact rates during high-intensity operating periods. It reflects a dedicated approach to improving radio skills and contributing to the global amateur radio community through active participation and sharing experiences.

A very informative review of the Icom IC-7300 direct RF sampling transceiver, including audio samples, recordings and a comparison vs the Elecraft KX3

A blogspot blog about Software Defined Radio

Homebrew Tube Projects, Vacuum Tube Data, Articles From Old Handbooks

Promote the activities Brazil YL and BRYLA award

Personal Ham Radio and CW Blog by SV2KBS Victoria

A page dedicated to servicing and building a 10 meter band moxon Antenna

Extending TX for the Kenwood TS-590s HF Transceiver

The resource examines the operational characteristics and potential of Moxon Yagi antennas, drawing insights from Les Moxon's work and subsequent NEC modeling. It presents simulated current distributions and radiation patterns for a 40-meter Moxon, comparing its performance against a standard 2-element Yagi on the same band. Specific data points include forward gain, front-to-back (F/B) ratio, and feedpoint impedance, which are critical parameters for antenna design and optimization. Further analysis extends to a 20-meter Moxon, detailing its gain, F/B ratio, and SWR bandwidth across the band. The discussion highlights the Moxon's compact footprint and its ability to achieve respectable performance metrics, making it a viable option for hams with limited space. The content provides a technical assessment of the Moxon's advantages in terms of pattern purity and impedance stability compared to other compact directional arrays. The article also touches upon the practical considerations for constructing and deploying Moxon antennas, emphasizing the trade-offs between physical size and electrical performance. It includes graphical representations of antenna currents and radiation patterns, offering visual aids to understand the theoretical concepts discussed.

A blog dedicated to SDR and in particular to HPSDR experimentation and tests by John G0ORX

WebLog for Amateur Radio, Computers, Technology, not my personal life because...who really cares about my personal life? by Justin Kates Lewes, Delaware, United States

A blog dedicated to YL

In italian language, ham radio tales

HamBlog is a weblog host for Amateur Radio operators.

The life and times of development of a Linux D-Star repeater and dplus node.

Article on Phase-cancellation of noise on 2m band

Simple QRP projects, 10m, 6m, WSPR beaconing, sub-9kHz and other random stuff

AR5X review of popular CW QRP transceiver kits

The Shortwave Radio Audio Archive is a collection of shortwave radio recordings in both the form of a podcast and blog with embedded audio. The collection grows every day and includes both historic and modern day shortwave radio audio recordings

Tuning non-resonant antennas and usage of such technique during contests.

Learn which are the top ten reason why you should operate in portable mode

K5DKZ review of the Kenwood TL 922A

Some observations on the Yaesu FT-817 5W portable HF VHF UHF transceiver with some pictures and movies

Things on the occasion of amateur radio activity only

A collection of articles related to my pursuit of the hobby of Amateur Radio.

Amateur radio makes the world a much smaller place.

Radio 2 Radio broadcasts amateur & HAM radio news and current events from around the world.

A member of the adventure radio group

Projects in ham radio, programming, and robotics. Specializing in amateur satellite operations.

K2V Online log St Croix Island (NA-106) 2009

Diary of a small contest group

The Icom IC-7300 is a groundbreaking Software Defined Radio (SDR) transceiver that revolutionizes the way amateur radio operators interact with the spectrum. With its large 4.3-inch color TFT LCD touch screen, users can easily navigate through various functions, including real-time spectrum scope and high-resolution waterfall displays. This allows for quick adjustments and enhanced signal awareness, making it easier to find and engage in QSOs. The touch screen interface provides a modern approach to radio operation, replacing traditional buttons with virtual controls that can be accessed with a simple touch. In addition to its user-friendly interface, the IC-7300 boasts advanced features such as IF-DSP filtering, audio scope functions, and a multi-dial knob that combines tactile control with touch screen flexibility. These capabilities enable operators to visualize signals and make precise adjustments to their settings, ensuring optimal performance during contests or casual operating. The IC-7300 is designed for both beginners and experienced hams, making it a versatile addition to any shack. Its innovative design and functionality truly embody the spirit of modern amateur radio.

Configure the Kenwood TS-590S for Digital Voice Keying DVK, a must for contesting.

A blog devoted to the hobby of Amateur Radio (Ham Radio). The radio amateurs of the world contribute to public service and emergency communications. This blog hopefully will reflect that fact!

IZ5CML, Enrico Giannerini, obtained his amateur radio license in 1998, achieving DXCC contacts with all entities over 18 years of activity. His station, located in Empoli, Tuscany, Italy, focuses on HF and 50 MHz operations, primarily using SSB, CW, and some RTTY. He emphasizes direct radio communication, preferring "human modes" over digital modes like FT8/4, which he views as detaching the operator from the signal. Enrico's operating interests include DXing, IOTA activations, and major HF contests, where he has participated both individually and with teams like IQ5LV and IO5O. Notable activations include Sao Miguel and Flores (CU8, EU-089) in the Azores in 2005, and Antiparos and Paros (EU-067) in Greece in 2006 and 2014. He also contributes to the Hamradioweb forum, promoting good operating practices and publishing the monthly "Dxschedule" for upcoming DX and contest activities. The website includes a blog with articles on DX, ionospheric propagation, and antennas, reflecting his long-standing passion for radio, sparked by the 1980s film "La Tenda Rossa" and years as an SWL.

Provides information and resources on Amateur (Ham) Radio from N0UN. Ham Radio Friends, Shacks and Blog by N0UN

Blog site for various home brew projects including antennas, power dividers etc

J49I operated from Crete Island (EU-015, KM25PH) during the 2008 _CQ WW DX CW Contest_, focusing on multi-operator category participation. The station's activity centered on maximizing contacts and multiplier acquisition across various HF bands during the competitive event. Operators aimed to achieve a high score by leveraging the island's DXCC entity status. The team, comprising Greek and Italian amateur radio operators, utilized the J49I callsign for this specific contest operation. Their efforts contributed to the overall contest results for the 2008 CW segment, with logs submitted reflecting their performance from the European continent.

News/Projects for Amateur Radio

PS8RF beacon tx in 7.035 Mhz with 3 W

Jules Verne's "Around the World in 80 days" is old fashion way. Be an amateur radio I'll bet you'll rounding the world just on a flash!

This blog is devoted to my station and all of my radio activities

Search 9U4U Log online at club log. Burundi 9U4U DX Pedition

Review of 6 QRP CW transceivers by AE5X published in QST December 2000

A page describing how to setup a magnetic loop antenna with the DIY Magnetic Loop Starter Kit produced by Chamaeleon Antenna. Includes a video and a detailed instructions to setup.

CT1FUI - Amateur Radio from Portugal , QSL card collection from 90's

TT's Jottings-Blog of VU2SWX, Travails of an Indian Geek

Homebrew, QRP, Beacons & Diplomatic / Spy Radio

It is possible to detune the tower so that, at least on one band, the tower can be made to effectively disappear. That is, become non-resonant on the band of interest. This allows the vertically-polarized low-bands antenna to meet its potential.