Guide to October 2024 Ham Radio Contests
While contesters the world over await the SSB portion of the CQ World Wide DX Contest at the end of the month, don’t forget that there’s plenty to do on […]
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It’s All in the Cards! QSL Cards from Réunion Island
Réunion Island QRV in September/October 2024 The TO2DX DXpedition from Réunion by OM2DX is scheduled to run until October 7 from this overseas department and region of France in the […]
HAM Radio 101
Ham Radio Contesting for Techs? Yes, You Can!
Feeling left out? It’s a fact that most contests take place on the HF bands, but even as a Technician you can participate. For starters, you only need your Technician […]
Ham Culture & Entertainment
Amateur Radio and Morse Code in Popular Culture: From Hardcore Punk to Wireless History
One of our favorite pursuits at OnAllBands is discovering ham radio and Morse code references that have found their way into television, movies, books, and music—everything from Paul McCartney’s inspiration […]
Technical Articles
Ham Radio Tech: Inexpensive Project Enclosures
No matter what kind of operating you do, sooner or later you’ll need a “gadget” that isn’t readily available commercially. Maybe you’ll need a special switch or an interface between […]
Products & Product Reviews
New Products Spotlight: “On Air” Sign and Icom/Xiegu 5-Port TruCI-V Data Hubs from VE2DX
Last month we featured a video of Richard Desaulniers, Sr., VE2DX, displaying some of the new VE2DX Electronics products that would be coming soon to DX Engineering. Today, we’re pleased […]
DC Power
Ham Radio Tech: Choosing a Battery System for Portable Operations
Most new hams start with an HT (handie-talkie) radio. They’re very affordable, portable, and will get you on the air quickly. No one has to think about batteries and chargers—they’re […]
Technical Articles
Ham Radio Tech: RF Safety—In the Field
This is the second installment of a two-part article about RF when you are operating “in the field,” meaning away from a fixed station. For example, when you are operating […]
Manufacturer Showcases
Icom USA’s Ray Novak, N9JA, Discusses an Upgraded Icom HT and the Fun of the IC-905 (Video)
There are a lot of exciting things happening on the DX Engineering Facebook page and DX Engineering YouTube channel. Make sure to check in from time to time for product […]
Antenna Tech
Ham Radio Tech: Choosing a Portable Vertical Antenna that Matches Your Needs
Whether you’re a seasoned ham or buying your first antenna, choosing the right one is more about how you operate as an individual and less about the antenna’s capabilities. In […]
