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Ten meters propagations beacons compiled by Bill Hays WJ5O
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Monitoring times article by KS4ZR about ten meters beacon monitoring
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For radio amateurs engaged in propagation studies and DXing on the 6-meter band, understanding the distribution of active beacons is crucial for assessing band openings and signal paths. This resource presents a static map compiled by _Carl-Axel Lindberg, SM6NZV_, illustrating the geographical placement of European beacons operating on the 50 MHz band, which is vital for monitoring sporadic-E, F2-layer, and other propagation modes. The map, last updated in April 2002, serves as a historical reference for beacon locations, allowing operators to correlate observed signal reports with known beacon positions. While not real-time, it provides foundational data for analyzing past propagation events and understanding typical beacon coverage areas across the European continent. Operators can use this information to identify potential receive stations or transmit points for future _DX contacts_ on the _Magic Band_.
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How to build a beacon keyer for 28 MHz using an old CB Radio transceiver, by Tom Sevart
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A vertical antenna specifically designed to work with the 80 meter CW beacon keyer
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Description of the F5TMJ/B beacon on 28.243 mhz. Pictures and propagation experiments. 6 meters repeaters listing.
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2,6 and 10 meters beacon located at Lake White, Ohio
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WB4WOR Propagation Beacon on 6 and 10 meters Jointly Owned and Operated by the Broadcast Packet and Repeater Group and Piedmont Amateur Radio GroupRandleman, NC USA
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Info and specifications on my three beacons on 10 and 6 meter bands. You will find also informations on the propagation for these two band.
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10 meter propigation beacon project
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Demonstrates the operational status and reception reports for the SK6RUD/SA6RR QRPP beacons, which transmit on 478.9 kHz, 1995 kHz, 10.131 MHz, and 40.673 MHz. These beacons utilize extremely low power, with the 630-meter beacon operating at approximately 0.1 watt ERP into an L-antenna, showcasing the potential for long-distance contacts under favorable propagation conditions. The site details the specific frequencies and antenna types employed, such as a vertical at 500 kHz and a 1/4 vertical for higher bands. The resource compiles over 10,530 reception reports from amateur radio operators worldwide, logging details such as date, time, band, RST signal report, locator, distance, and receiver setup. Notable long-distance reports include a 500 kHz reception by AA1A-Dave from 5832 km in 2008 and a 10.133 MHz reception by ZL2FT-Jason from 17680 km in 2010, illustrating the global reach of these low-power transmissions. Each log entry provides specific equipment used by the reporting station, including transceivers like the Yaesu FT817, ICOM IC-7300, and various antenna configurations such as coaxial mag loops, inverted Ls, and end-fed wires. The primary objective of the SK6RUD beacons is to challenge conventional notions of power requirements for effective two-way communication, proving that contacts over significant distances are achievable with minimal output. The site also includes a submission form for new reception reports, fostering community engagement and continuous data collection on propagation phenomena across different bands. The detailed logs offer practical insights into real-world propagation characteristics and the efficacy of QRPP operations.
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Settng up a 40 meter WSPR beacon based on Raspberry Pi by VA3PAW
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Running 10 and 6 meters beacons, 6 m and 70 cm fm repeater from Melbourne, Australia
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This project involves the construction of a 5 Watt Morse code beacon transmitter that operates in the 28.200 to 28.300 section of the 10 Meter Amateur Radio band. The beacon controller uses an Arduino Uno microprocessor board to produce the three signals that control the transmitter.
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The six meter beacons calculator for distance and azimuth by OE1SMC
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30 meters beacon from UK. QRSS is a method of sending very slow morse code.
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An home made CW beacon transmitter project running 1.5 W on the 80 meters band
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Beacon list for 10 meters band maintained by DL7JV
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NGDRT now sponsors the K4AIS beacon at 28270.5 KHz. Feel free to use this beacon anytime you want to see the propagation into North Georgia.
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A QRSS beacon on 30 meter band project wind and solar powered based on a loop antenna.
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Beacon website of WE4S, Grady Donaldson, located in McDonough, GA. EM73TM.
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10 Meter Beacon - 28.2845 Mhz Location: Jamestown Township, Michigan USA - Grid EN72bu
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World-Wide 50MHz Beacons database maintanied by G0LGS provide a fully sortable table available also in a google map format
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10 Meter Beacon in Blairsville, GA, operates on 28.245MHz
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The Paulding Amateur Radio Club now sponsors the W4TIY beacon at 28.272.
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AC7GZ/B is a converted Sharp CB-2460 Citizens Band transceiver operatin on 28.2118 MHz.
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N4PAL 10 Meter, 28.214MHz Radio Beacon Site Information and Siginal Report Logging
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KB9NK amateur radio beacon 28.2845 Mhz
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This article introduces an Arduino-based QRP CW Transceiver designed for lower HF bands. The journey begins with the Wotduino, evolving from a keyer to a multi-mode beacon. The development includes a QRP transmitter and culminates in a receiver inspired by Roy Lewallen design. The transceiver, controlled through a control bus features a signal path, modulation, filtering, and adjustable frequency settings. Despite initial testing intentions, successful QSOs on 80 and 40 meters showcase its functional capabilities.
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This blog chronicles the development of an 80-meter vertical antenna for amateur radio operation. The author constructs a top-loaded vertical using fiberglass poles, achieving significant performance improvements over their previous end-fed wire antenna. Comparative testing using the Reverse Beacon Network and on-air contacts demonstrates 8-10 dB gain on the east coast. The project evolved to include 40-meter capability through a modified design featuring a four-wire vertical cage, loading coil, and strategic guying system. Despite challenges with signal wobble during windy conditions, the vertical consistently outperforms the end-fed wire, particularly for reaching distant stations during nighttime propagation.