This week, we’ve pulled together a few items that touch on practical station enhancements and field operations. There’s a good look at setting up a HamClock using a Raspberry Pi, which is always useful for keeping track of propagation and time zones, something that comes up often whether you’re chasing DX or just monitoring local nets. For those inclined towards building, we have details on a QRP digital transceiver project, an interesting take on low-power digital modes. Antenna builders will appreciate the discussion around practical wire Yagi designs, particularly for portable or temporary setups where mechanical simplicity is key. We also found a resource on a 144-28 MHz transverter for SDRs, which could open up some interesting VHF/UHF experimentation. Finally, a guide for a DIY USB Keyer for PowerSDR rounds out the selection, a handy addition for CW enthusiasts looking to integrate their keyer more tightly with their software-defined radio.
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up a HamClock in your shack. It details hardware recommendations like Raspberry Pi models and displays, covering installation and configuration of the HamClock 4.21 software. This resource benefits operators looking to add a versatile clock and propagation display to their station.
Learn to construct a QRP digital transceiver based on a project by Burkhard Kainka. The article covers the development process, including source code and modifications, and the addition of an OLED display. This is ideal for experimenters interested in building their own low-power digital mode equipment.
Discover how to build wire Yagi antennas for various ham radio setups. The article explores designs like the Hex Beam and Moxon, emphasizing their practicality and portability for temporary operations. This resource is valuable for operators seeking lightweight, easily deployable antenna solutions.
Tar Heel Designs offers a range of quality ham radio products, proudly made in America. A raw, unedited product video from the 2025 Orlando Hamfest is featured, showcasing their offerings. This is useful for operators considering new HF mobile or fixed station antenna solutions.
This resource details how to construct a VHF 144MHz transverter for LMR SDR radios using common components. It explains the mixing process and addresses challenges like finding a 116 MHz local oscillator crystal. Builders interested in expanding their SDR capabilities to VHF will find this project beneficial.
Learn to create a USB Keyer for PowerSDR to enhance your CW experience. The guide provides step-by-step instructions using affordable materials like a USB to TTL Module and an iambic keyer. This is a practical project for CW operators wanting to integrate a custom keyer with their PowerSDR setup.
