Sporadic-E…and How to Make Sporadic-E QSOs
Propagation that utilizes the E layer of the ionosphere. Since this layer is inconsistently ionized and is lower than the F layers that support more reliable HF propagation, such propagation […]
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HAM Radio 101
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What is “RBN?”
Reverse Beacon Network is an internet-based network of dedicated wide band receivers around the world which decode CW signals in real time and generate “spots” which contain frequency, signal strength, […]
HAM Radio 101 / Products & Product Reviews
How to Use DX Engineering’s Custom Cable Builder
Looking for a smart way to improve station performance without making a big investment? A good place to start is installing quality coaxial cables and connectors. How you choose to […]
Technical Articles
Video: Keyer Pad Basics
What are Iambic and single Lever paddles and how are they wired? In our latest Q&A Wednesday, we discussed the differences between Straight Keys and two types of Keyer Paddles […]
HAM Radio 101
Weatherproofing 101: Quick Guide to Weatherproofing
When it comes to Ham Radio, water is not your friend. Taking the time to properly weatherproof your outdoor equipment can keep your station operating at peak performance and keep […]
HAM Radio 101
What is an Antenna Capacity Hat?
Back in the day, folks used to say that you’re never fully dressed without a hat. In the Ham world, DX Engineering Hot Rodz® Adjustable Antenna Capacity Hats for select […]
HAM Radio 101 / Products & Product Reviews
SOTABeams WOLFWAVE–What it Is and How it Can Help You
Today’s Word of the Day comes courtesy of SOTABeams, creator of the breakthrough WOLFWAVE Advanced Audio Processor, now available from DX Engineering. Connect the WOLFWAVE to your headphones or speaker […]
Events / HAM Radio 101
Prepping for the Pitcairn Island VP6R DXpedition
One of the biggest DXpeditions of the year is officially only about a month away. Time to start thinking about logging Pitcairn Island, the least populous national jurisdiction in the […]
HAM Radio 101
Ham Radio Slang: “Little Pistols” and “Big Guns”
If you’re new to Ham Radio and someone calls you a “Little Pistol,” your first reaction might be, “Well, them’s fightin’ words.” Don’t be offended. It’s just the way Hams […]
HAM Radio 101
What is Cty.dat?
Cty.dat, or sometimes wl_cty.dat, also known as a “country file.” This file contains the lookup information that translates prefixes of callsigns into country and/or zone multipliers. Software uses this file, […]
