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A member of the adventure radio group

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

On-Line VP8CRB DXpedition Log

An interesting article by V2EVN on moxon yagi antennas

Amateur radio makes the world a much smaller place.

A blog dedicated to YL

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

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

CCAE Software Log provides a dedicated platform for amateur radio operators to manage their QSO records, offering functionalities beyond basic logging. This application supports various operational aspects, including contest participation and general DXing activities, catering to the needs of radio enthusiasts who utilize classic equipment such as Collins radios. The software integrates features for efficient data entry and retrieval, allowing users to maintain a detailed history of their contacts. It is designed to be intuitive for operators focused on collecting and preserving their radio communication logs. The program's development by the European Collins Collector Association (F6HOY) suggests a focus on reliability and specific utility for vintage radio enthusiasts. Its core function is to serve as a robust **logbook software**, facilitating organized record-keeping for ham radio operations.

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!

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

Diary of a small contest group

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

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!

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.

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

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

The _Alessandro Volta RTTY Contest_ is an annual digital mode competition focusing on Radioteletype (RTTY) operation, challenging participants to make contacts across various HF bands. This event typically occurs in January, drawing a global field of operators aiming to maximize their QSO count and multiplier accumulation. The contest emphasizes accurate exchange of signal reports and serial numbers, with specific rules governing single operator, multi-operator, and SWL categories. Participants utilize software like _N1MM Logger+_ or _WriteLog_ to manage their logs and generate Cabrillo files for submission. Scoring is based on points per QSO, multiplied by unique DXCC entities and Italian provinces worked on each band. The contest encourages both seasoned RTTY contesters and those new to digital modes to engage in competitive HF activity, promoting skill development in digital communication. Final results and logs are typically published on the contest website, showcasing top performers and providing detailed breakdowns of scores.

T30XG Online Log Kiribati 3rd June to 9th June 2010

Homebrew, QRP, Beacons & Diplomatic / Spy Radio

This blog is a space devoted to primarily, but not limited to, my experiences with and ideas about Amateur Radio, QRPing and Morse Code.

Elecraft KX3 Review by a QRP DXer and Contester

An Amateur Radio enthusiast living in the North of England. A keen DXer and Contester.CoSysop GB7MBC DXCluster. Member of Sands Contest Group MX0SCG/M0SCG

Dx on Hf specially on low bands from Zante island Greece

Ham Radio News, Information, and Operating Activities of Ron, WD4AHZ

The Japanese-made Maldol MFB-300 HF vertical antenna offer extremely wide-band performance, with a specified frequency range of 1.0-60 MHz.

A CW beacon keyer for 222 MHz by VA3NFA

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.

LA6EIA Ole's DX-blog details shortwave listening (SWL) and amateur radio DX operations from Norway, providing insights into propagation conditions and station reception. The blog frequently features specific reception reports, often including details such as frequency, mode, and signal strength, alongside observations of various broadcast and utility stations. It documents the author's personal experiences in chasing DX, offering a practical perspective on radio propagation and equipment performance. The content includes logs of received stations, sometimes accompanied by audio clips or screenshots of waterfall displays, illustrating successful decodes or strong signal captures. This resource presents a chronological record of DX achievements and challenges, reflecting the dynamic nature of radio propagation across different bands and times. The blog distinguishes itself by its focus on real-world SWL and amateur radio DXing from a Nordic QTH, offering a unique regional perspective on global radio phenomena. It serves as a personal journal of radio exploration, highlighting specific callsigns, frequencies, and operational details encountered during DX sessions.

KComm, a logging and communication program, was specifically engineered for Elecraft K2, K3, and KX3 transceivers, leveraging the Lazarus cross-platform development tool. It operates natively on Windows XP and can be compiled for Linux, with potential for macOS, prioritizing low resource usage for casual DXers and contest participants. The software integrates with external applications like Fldigi for diverse digital modes and CW Skimmer for advanced Morse decoding, enhancing its functionality beyond basic logging. The design philosophy of KComm emphasizes utilizing the physical radio controls for operational adjustments, rather than replacing the transceiver's front panel. It facilitates keyboard CW operation via the Elecraft serial protocol and capitalizes on the K3 and KX3's built-in decoders for RTTY and PSK31. Additionally, KComm supports PSK31, PSK63, and PSK125 through the AE4JY PSK Core DLL on Windows and integrates with PSKReporter.info for spotting. While not a dedicated contest logging or award tracking program, KComm supports ADIF and Cabrillo export for casual use, allowing logs to be imported into other software. The author, G4ILO, ceased all software development, providing KComm "as is" without further support or updates; however, the source code is available under the GNU GPL for community continuation.

Modern DX Club Not-for-profit organization serving the radio monitoring community founded in 1990 muzaffargarh Pakistan. The main interest of the club is shortwave dxing.

An interesting article about amateur radio portable operations with excellent pictures. Setup includes a 60 watts of portable solar power being controlled by a charge controller, and a batteries powering an FT-897D.

Ham radio for people with disabilities. A weekly podcast from the Courage Handiham System

A blog dedicated to portable operations by N8ZYA

The VU2BBB repeater, located in Matheran, Maharashtra, commenced operations in the late 1980s, a significant undertaking by the Bombay Repeater Society. This repeater facilitates VHF and UHF communications for local amateur radio operators, providing extended range and improved signal reliability across challenging terrain. Its establishment marked a key development in regional amateur radio infrastructure, offering a crucial node for local nets and general QSO traffic. The repeater's operational parameters include specific input and output frequencies within the 2-meter band, typically utilizing a standard offset. CTCSS tones are often employed to mitigate interference and ensure selective access for authorized users, a common practice for repeaters in densely populated areas. Regular maintenance and upgrades ensure _VU2BBB_ remains a reliable asset for the amateur community, supporting emergency communications and daily amateur radio activities. The _Bombay Repeater Society_ continues to oversee its operation, reflecting a sustained commitment to local ham radio services.

Un radioamateur à Djibouti Personal Blog

Operating QRP at the lowest possible power during contest article by PA1B

Chernihiv ham radio site

A blog site dedicated to SSTV Slow Scan Television images transmitted from the International Space Station

ZL2ARG Nelson New Zealand

Technical considerations about the Yaesu VX-1

91ET104 or 91ET/DX, Egi Noerman van Beekom West java Indonesia.

Pilot of The Airwaves

Just a whats happening in ham radio and things in my life here

Amateur radio blog on various subjects