Calling CQ – Single Sideband Modulation
I’ve been Ham operator for many years and have heard a lot of CQ’s in my lifetime, so bear with me and I’ll tell you the most effective ways I’ve heard Hams calling CQ on Single Sideband. For New Hams:...
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Making the case for FT8
Ham radio has seen a decline in popularity in recent years, but a new digital mode called FT8 is helping to revive interest in the hobby. FT8 is a fast, effective way to communicate, and it’s perfect for those who...
Time Synchronization for FT8
When traveling frequently, it can be difficult to maintain an accurate time setting on your computer for FT8, a critical requirement in order to decode optimally. One second off and you’ll significantly reduce your chances of optimal decoding. I use...
POTA Gulf Islands National Seashore and Fort Pickens
I thoroughly enjoyed my POTA Gulf Islands National Seashore experience. Recently I activated Gulf Islands National Seashore (K-0661) from Fort Pickens Campground in Florida. What a beautiful spot for operating Ham radio! The Gulf Islands National Seashore and Fort Pickens...
Ham Radio Deluxe HRD QSO Forwarding Alternative
Here’s a slick way to bypass QSO forwarding and let GridTracker do the work. Also, GridTracker can do the heavy lifting when it comes to uploading to online logs like eQSL, QRZ.com and HRD.net. Here’s how… Icom 7300 and Icom...
POTA Results View of The Badlands
POTA Results For Badlands National Park I had a terrific time at the Sage Creek campground in the Badlands. It is a primitive camping area and serves as a stop over for many traveling through the area. It’s free, but...
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