Ham Radio Tech: Mobile Radio Installation Tips
A DX Engineering customer/technical support specialist looks back at his mobile radio installation that is still going strong nine years later. *** Since my early days of playing with CB […]
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Tools
Who’s Zoomin’ Who? Making the Most of Online Video Conferencing in Amateur Radio
The Queen of Soul may have been way ahead of her time. “Who’s Zoomin’ Who” is the title of a 1985 Aretha Franklin tune. In the context of the song, […]
Field Day
Field Day Gear Part 3: Band Pass Filters, Ferrite & Transceivers
Noise can be a serious problem in multi-station environments like Field Day, particularly when it’s of the “wideband” variety. The good news is that there are steps you can take […]
Field Day
Field Day Gear Part 2: Upgrade Your Coaxial Cable
Before you consider purchasing a new transceiver, a more efficient antenna, a strong portable mast, a nice supply of coffee, and what you plan to cook up on the grill, […]
Events
Register for Contest University 2025 Today—Only a Couple of Days Left!
If you haven’t signed up for the 2025 edition of Contest University (CTU), there’s still a chance to participate in a day of learning that will leave you with valuable […]
Events
Guide to April 2025 Ham Radio Contests: Severe Weather Prep Edition
As the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers.” With state QSO parties and state park activations kicking into high gear this month, amateur radio enthusiasts may choose to modify […]
Technical Articles / Weatherproofing and Grounding
Ham Radio Tech: RF Management & RF Ground Planes
Sooner or later, hams encounter some RF trickery above and beyond the usual connecting together of gadgets and antennas. This usually happens on the HF bands as a home station […]
Products & Product Reviews
New Products Spotlight: Emergency Readiness Packages with Rugged Radios or Alinco GMRS Transceivers
If there’s one lesson many of us learned in 2024, it’s that you can never be too prepared for the unexpected. It’s why DX Engineering has put together a selection […]
Products & Product Reviews
New Product Spotlight: 4O3A XL Series High Power Band Pass Filters
Only one XL Series filter needed per band for all station transceivers—plus other advantages From the company that brought you the premium NC-1 Noise Canceling Bluetooth Boom Mic Headset and […]
HAM Radio 101
Ham Radio Ops: Feel the Fear
What gives you the heebie-jeebies as a ham radio operator? With Halloween only a few days away, we’re dedicating this post to some scary things that keep us up at […]
