Tag: radio
There are a lot more options available than just what I discuss in this video. Your local ham radio operators and/or club are great sources of information.   Links to some of the radios mentioned:   Yaesu FT-65R: Yaesu Original…
I go into detail on how to set up the web sdr radio for those who have never heard of it. ( http://www.websdr.org ) If you would like to get into ham radio, this might be something you would be…
Comparison of Digital Modes for Amateur Radio: This comparison of DMR, DSTAR and YSF was given by Jim Keeley, W1JJK, at the 2017 Orlando Hamcation. Jim speaks about how the modes differ, how they work, and what features each one…
Little tutorial video on amateur radio satellite tracking
This comprehensive video explains the concept behind amateur radio digital modes and describes the hardware and cabling required to get started. This video lays the groundwork for future, in-depth videos that will demonstrate RTTY, PSK31, JT65, and Winlink. I explain…
The original ham radio was distributed in the 1920’s. The first wireless set that came out in the early 1940’s boomed in sales as people could use it to communicate with each other in the way you would with a…
No, I’m not talking about the Academy Awards. Amateur radio has it’s own Oscars, but they’re not awards given to glamorous movie stars, directors and writers. In radio terminology an Oscar is a satellite. OSCAR stands for Orbiting Satellite Carrying…
Alright, you just got your amateur radio license and you’re itching to get on the air. But first you need a radio. What type should you get? As a volunteer examiner, I’ve been asked this question scores of times. It’s…