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Antennas : Dipole
  • Field-Tested VP2E Antenna - The author explores the VP2E antenna, introduced by Ed Durrant DD5LP, for Portable Operations on the Air (POTA). Detailing its unique design, successful trials, and an unexpected propagation twist, the VP2E proves a promising addition to the author's portable antenna arsenal.
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Antennas : Portable
  • A Compact and Stealthy Field Portable Antenna - In the quest for an ideal field portable antenna, the author recounts experiments involving various wire configurations. While a previous candidate, a 41ft random wire, proved effective but lacked stealth, the search led to a surprising rediscovery of a design previously rejected—the Rybakov Antenna. With a focus on simplicity, rapid deployment, and multiband capability, the author explores the versatility of a 26ft Rybakov, avoiding the halfwave trap. The article delves into the antenna's performance and its potential as a discreet, resonant solution for field operations, addressing the challenges encountered during a POTA activation. Additionally, the Unun/Balun design used in conjunction with the Rybakov Antenna is discussed, providing insights into achieving a balanced system.
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Ham Radio : Demographics
  • Mapping the Australian Radio Landscape - Discover a comprehensive solution for mapping Australian ham radio entities using data from the ACMA Public Register. This tool, developed in Delphi 7, generates KML files for Google Earth, showcasing repeaters, beacons, and operators across different prefixes. While respecting privacy regulations, the files provide valuable insights into the amateur radio landscape.
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Operating Modes : Digital Modes
  • M17 digital radio protocol for data and voice  updated - M17 is a community of open source developers and radio enthusiasts. We are building understandable systems in support of the hackers and experimenters' history of ham radio. M17 is developing open source hardware, software, and offers a complete digital radio protocol for data and voice, made by and for amateur radio operators. M17 voice mode uses the free and open Codec 2 voice encoder.
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  • OpenRTX - OpenRTX is a free and open source firmware for digital ham radios. The firmware is designed with a top-down approach with the objectives of modularity, flexibility and high performance. Currently, it targets some Tytera Radioddity Baofeng digital radios
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Operating Modes : Portable Operations
  • Ham Radio And the Art of Bushcraft - This article explores the marriage of amateur radio and bushcraft, advocating the pleasure of setting up a portable station in nature rather than operating from the confines of a vehicle. The Parks on the Air (POTA) programme is highlighted as a catalyst for outdoor radio activities. The author shares his experiences and techniques, from transporting equipment into the wilderness to setting up shelters and antennas. Knot tying skills and the use of frogs are emphasized for efficiency, and a unique method for launching wire antennas is described. The article emphasizes the synergy between amateur radio and bushcraft skills, enhancing the enjoyment of radio operations in wilderness environments.
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Propagation : Beginner's Guide
  • Exploring the Spectrum From HF to UHF Frequencies - During radio's early days, high frequencies were under 30 MHz due to technical limitations. As understanding grew, components improved, allowing for higher frequencies like VHF and UHF up to 3 GHz. The HF band's long wavelengths provide unique propagation challenges influenced by solar activity. VHF and UHF bands face diffraction and reflection issues but offer diverse applications, from amateur radio to 5G and GPS technologies.
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Radio Equipment : HF Transceivers : Icom IC-705
  • IC705 GoBox: A Portable Windows-Based Solution for All-Digital Modes - This project details the creation of a portable GoBox housing an IC705, Windows 11 PC, and Bluetooth microphone. The robust setup, enclosed in a weatherproof Hofbauer Explorer Case, ensures stability and functionality for QRP and emergency radio activities. The aluminum-mounted devices minimize RF interference, and a built-in LifePO4 battery powers the 10.1 TFT touch LED monitor, providing approximately 12 hours of use in receive mode. With a focus on grab-and-go versatility, this GoBox stands as an efficient solution for outdoor ham radio operations.
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Radio Equipment : HF Transceivers : Icom IC-7300
  • Improving Icom IC-7300 ADC Aliasing - The ICOM IC 7300 SDR radio has a very nice receiver for ham bands, but outside these bands the reception is not 100% reliable. This is due to the ADC aliasing phenomena of SDR receivers.
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Software : Audio Recorders
  • Boondock Echo 2 way ham radio recorder - Boondock Echo offers a revolutionary communication experience with an internet-backed recording and playback device for two-way radios. It ensures clear, reliable communication in remote or challenging conditions. Key features include real-time recording, internet connectivity, seamless integration, playback flexibility, rugged design, and a user-friendly interface. Services include product training, hardware maintenance and repair, customization, and regular firmware updates for optimal performance.
    [ Hits: 42 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 10 ]
Technical Reference : AI Ham Radio
  • AI Projections for Ham Radio Modes in 2023-2025 - In an innovative analysis, Michael G7VJR employs NeuralProphet to predict ham radio modes' usage trends. The AI model, leveraging deep learning, forecasts a steady FT8 dominance, with slight declines in CW and Phone activities. This approach simplifies statistical predictions, showcasing the power of AI in understanding complex patterns and facilitating insightful time series projections. Access the freely available Club Log data for continuous exploration.
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Technical Reference : Amplifiers : HF Amplifiers
  • Building a Robust PL519 Tube HF Amplifier - his article explores the construction of a PL519 tube amplifier, utilizing Ulrich L. Rohde N1UL's insights. Focusing on a modest 25W continuous output, the design ensures robustness with forced air cooling. The detailed breakdown covers input matching, screen grid voltage generation, bias adjustment, anode power supply, heater power supply, and monitoring circuitry, providing valuable guidance for ham radio enthusiasts.
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Technical Reference : Antenna Launcher
  • DIY Tree Antenna Launching: Cheap and Effective - This article explores budget-friendly methods for launching wire antennas into trees, comparing common options like slingshots and professional arborist tools. The author introduces a simple and cost-effective DIY approach using latex balloons, sand, and readily available materials for efficient antenna deployment in the field
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Technical Reference : Arduino : Morse Code
  • Arduino Iambic Keyer - The author recounts their journey in ham radio, including the initial experience with Morse code. Now retired, he has rekindled his interest in ham radio and CW. Here share his project of constructing an Iambic Keyer with Arduino. The project includes a memory keyer and speed adjustment. Additionally, the author provides resources for an Arduino enclosure available on Thingiverse, enhancing the project aesthetics and functionality.
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  • KEYERduino low-cost Arduino project - A low-cost Arduino project expanding on the button tutorial, where three inputs act as "buttons" generating Morse code on a WOTDUINO. This keyer, costing around £4, offers learning potential and hints at more complex ham radio applications.
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Technical Reference : Audio
  • The CW Flea: Modern Morse Transmitter with Arduino - Reviving the spirit of early ham radio experimentation, the CW Flea is a contemporary Morse code transmitter. Utilizing an Arduino Nano, Si5351 clock generator, and innovative design, this open-source project offers simplicity, flexibility, and easy tuning for aspiring radio enthusiasts.
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Technical Reference : Batteries
  • USB-C charging for Handheld Radio Transceivers - The article highlights the common absence of modern USB-C ports on handheld ham radios and the limited use of USB for power. The author, [jephthai], shares a solution involving a USB-C cable with power negotiation capabilities, allowing the radio to be powered by USB. By splicing Anderson power pole connectors onto the cable, the radio can now be conveniently powered by a USB battery bank, providing a practical alternative to traditional 12 V batteries for off-grid operations.
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Technical Reference : HF Radios
  • Stingray Marine Transceiver - Recently, at the Ballarat Hamfest, the author acquired an old Marine transceiver for just $10, charmed by its sturdy construction and waterproofing. Made by Findlay Communications in Sydney, this crystal-controlled transceiver had been dormant but was reinvigorated with minor fixes. A manual was sourced, and further repairs were made, including an ingenious crystal oscillator replacement using an Si5351a controlled by an Arduino. The refurbished radio, complete with a fresh coat of paint and added customizations, is now operational for 160m AM and 30m SSB. A successful and cost-effective restoration.
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Technical Reference : Ham Radio Go Kits
  • Yaesu FT-891 Go-Box for POTA - This article documents the author's latest go-box build for outdoor ham radio operations using a Yaesu FT-891 transceiver. The go-box is constructed from a plastic "50-cal ammo case" and contains various components, including the transceiver, LDG Z11 Pro autotuner, DIY Yaesu FH-2 remote control keypad, and an external battery. The author details the design considerations, the mounting of components inside the box, and addresses issues related to ventilation and cable management. The go-box is geared for CW operations and POTA activations, with further modifications planned for a microphone and DATA jack. This project allows for rugged, environmentally protected outdoor radio operations while maintaining portability.
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Technical Reference : Repeater
  • Arduino Repeater Controller - This blog article introduces an updated repeater controller project utilizing the Arduino UNO. It includes a CW identifier, and the ID message can be customized using hex codes. The author offers a Windows command line program for easier message coding and provides a link for download. The controller features three adjustable timers for IDer, Timer-out, and Squelch-tail. The article also mentions the use of an audio switch to control audio levels between the receiver and transmitter. Detailed instructions and code files are available on the author's website for both version 1 and version 2 of the Arduino repeater controller. The project aims to enhance repeater functionality and audio management in ham radio operations.
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