Tech Tips for Assembling/Installing a New Beam or Vertical Antenna
Here are just a few tips on what to do when assembling a new antenna. The suggestions hold true for both vertical and horizontal antennas. This is a basic information […]
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DX Engineering Winter Purchasing Guide (Part 1): Put Station Weatherproofing Tops on Your To-Do List
As the weather turns colder and Contest Season fades into the past for another year, it’s a good time to think about shack upgrades and smart maintenance practices to keep […]
EMCOMM / Technical Articles
EMCOMM: How to Stay Relevant with Increasing Communications Stability
Is emergency communications dying? With fewer young people joining the ranks, amateur radio is getting older. In addition, amateur radio continuously fights for its allocated spectrum. But what about emergencies? […]
EMCOMM / Technical Articles
EMCOMM: The Importance of Exercises
Many organizations and groups decline in membership and participation, particularly in EMCOMM. Sometimes they may not offer the challenge and stimulation that people need to stay involved and active. BService […]
EMCOMM / Technical Articles
EMCOMM: Emergency Power Options
The portable rigs are ready to go. The antennas are chosen and packed. But there are plenty of other needs to think about before you head off for a remote […]
Technical Articles
Superheterodyne, SDR, Hybrid SDR: Which is Best?
Software Defined Radios (SDR) have become popular with hams over the last few years. Many own one, and those who don’t have certainly heard of them. What is an SDR […]
Antenna Tech / Technical Articles
Extending the Life of Your Antenna System
Wouldn’t it be great if your antenna system would work forever without any maintenance? Put it up once and enjoy it indefinitely–no tower climbing, cleaning connections, or replacing corroded parts. […]
EMCOMM / Technical Articles
EMCOMM: Antennas on the Go
The rigs are ready to go. What’s next? Choosing the right antenna is an important aspect of successful portable operations. While most people know that an antenna is key to […]
Antenna Tech / Technical Articles
EMCOMM: Preparedness and Flexibility of the Go Box
What is a Go Box? The go box–also called go kit, jump kit or EMCOMM box–is a topic that has been much discussed in the amateur radio community. Though extensively […]
Technical Articles
Hams on the Go Part II—Making Practical Decisions Away from Home
In Part I of Hams on the Go, we discussed the basics of what you need to get on the air when you’re mobile. Now it’s time to look at […]
