What to Expect at Your Ham Radio License Exam
In the past, amateur radio license tests were conducted by FCC employees at federal office buildings. Today, the tests are offered by volunteer examiners (VE) who really do want you […]
An Amateur Radio Blog by DX Engineering Articles written by: Mark Haverstock, K8MSH
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Check in and Check Up on the Community
Taking a vacation day and staying home from work sounds like a really good idea—until it happens every day. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many Hams are staying home to […]
HAM Radio 101
Want to Put Your Ham Radio Skills to Good Use? Get Involved in EmComm!
One of the missions of the Amateur Radio Service is for amateur radio operators to provide public service and emergency communications (EmComm) when needed. We act as a voluntary noncommercial […]
Technical Articles
How to Make Your Coaxial Connectors and Cables Weather-Resistant
Moisture is the enemy of coaxial cable. Once water or condensation gets into your coax cable or connectors, it can cause problems such as corrosion and high SWR. Fortunately, you […]
Technical Articles
Is Remote Control Ham Radio Operation for You?
You’ve been using remote controls almost all your life. Ask yourself—when was the last time you got out of your chair to change the channel on your TV? Maybe you’ve […]
Technical Articles
Guide to Amplifiers and Contesting—What’s Right for Your Station?
When it comes to contesting, are you ready to jump from “Little Pistol” to “Big Gun”? A “Big Gun” refers to a station equipped with all the bells and whistles, […]
Antenna Tech / Technical Articles
Antennas 101: Do You Really Need an Antenna Tuner?
There is nothing more misunderstood or misrepresented in the world of ham radio than the antenna tuner. According to many, they’re an indispensable accessory for your ham shack and a […]
Technical Articles
Ham Radio Outdoor Maintenance Tips (from the Ground Up)
My first Elmer was a laid-back guy. One of his philosophies about Ham equipment was, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” He was lucky most of the time, but […]
Technical Articles
What is a Repeater and How Do You Use One to Communicate?
Want to get the best possible coverage in a marginal location, like inside a building or down in a valley? A repeater system can rebroadcast your transmitted and received signals […]
Technical Articles
Guide to Choosing the Right Mobile VHF/UHF Antennas and Mounts
You’ve got a mobile radio and separation kit. You’re ready to begin installation. Now comes the most important question—where do I mount the antenna? Sometimes I think it’s a conspiracy […]
