FT8: Completed and Logged QSOs
What makes an FT8 digital QSO complete and logged? Sometimes you get a signal report back from someone responding with R-10, for example, and then the contact dies there. A […]
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FT8 / Technical Articles
FT8 / Technical Articles
FT8: Frequencies, Decibels, and Message Meanings
FT8 is a very popular protocol and continually growing. But does everyone understand the nuances? What do all the characters mean? What are the frequencies? Why are the signal reports’ […]
Field Day / Technical Articles
Gearing Up for ARRL Field Day 2022 Part 4: Wire Antenna Kits, Masts, Guy Rings and More
In our first three installments of Gearing Up for ARRL Field Day 2022, we addressed coaxial cable, headsets and foot switches, and power—all important components of a successful weekend (June […]
EMCOMM
EMCOMM: What is AUXCOMM and Why is it Important?
The Department of Homeland Security National Incident Management System (NIMS) compliant program adopted AUXCOMM for all auxiliary emergency/public service communications within most states. AUXCOMM encompasses amateur radio, RACES, CERT Team […]
Field Day / Technical Articles
Gearing Up for ARRL Field Day 2022 Part 3: Batteries, Generators, and Power Supplies
One of the exciting aspects of Field Day is the challenge of operating with power sources you’re not accustomed to using, including batteries, generators, and solar panels—even water-driven, bicycle-powered, or […]
Field Day / Products & Product Reviews
Gearing Up for ARRL Field Day 2022 Part 2: Upgrade Your Listening and Transmitting Experience
Last week in our series on getting ready for ARRL Field Day 2022, we began with an upgrade that won’t likely set anyone’s heart aflutter (replacing old coaxial cable), but […]
Field Day
A Guide to May 2022 Ham Radio Contests
Excited about Dayton HamventionÒ 2022, Four Days in May, and Contest University? So are the active hams at DX Engineering! But take note: Hamvention (May 20-22), Four Days in May […]
Antennas and Tuners / Technical Articles
Proper Use of Antenna Analyzers for Ham Radio Operators
Antenna analyzers are generally used during the building and tuning of antennas. It’s a tool that helps you physically adjust the length of the antenna and check the entire antenna […]
EMCOMM
EMCOMM: What is a Mobile Command Center?
EMCOMM often relies on portability. It is a huge factor for deployment in an emergency or disaster. So it would stand to reason that the next phase in portability and […]
FT8 / Technical Articles
FT8 vs. FT4: Ham Radio Operating in Digital Modes
FT4 and FT8 are weak-signal-condition digital protocols designed for rapid, accurate communication between amateur radio stations. Information exchanged in a contact typically consists of call signs, four-character Maidenhead locators, signal […]
