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Greetings from Alabama! I've been working on a Ham Radio related side project to help with online SDR's like KiwiSDR and Utah SDR. It's in the production phase now and I have some to giveaway. I miss being on the...

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Ham Radio With K0PIR

Years ago, I owned a Yaesu FT-817, a fantastic transceiver that I even used as a mobile rig in my 1991 Ford Explorer. I have fond memories of using it during my ski trips to the Black Hills. With it...

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Exploring and Activating Bull Shoals Lake State Recreation Area US-7190 Ham POTA Activating Bull Shoals Lake State Recreation Area US-7190 for POTA is an exciting adventure that combines the great outdoors with the technical challenge of amateur radio operation. This...

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Nestled along the pristine shores of the Gulf of Mexico lies a hidden gem for nature lovers and amateur radio enthusiasts alike. The Gulf Islands National Seashore, with its stunning beaches, diverse wildlife, and rich history, is not only a...

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Ham Radio With K0PIR

Nestled in the heart of the Apalachicola National Forest (POTA K-4470) in Florida, Wright Lake Campground offers an unparalleled camping experience. This serene location is not just a haven for campers, but also for parks on the air (POTA) enthusiasts....

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Following my departure from HamCation, I headed to Big Bass Campground in the Ocala National Forest for my first POTA activation in Febuary. Located just north of Orlando, Florida, the campground was only a 30-45 minute drive from the Fairgrounds...

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My Parks On The Air activation of K-7389 in Florida was a wonderful and relaxing experience. After HamCation I had some time to activate a few parks and capture some video for publishing on YouTube. The first of such videos...

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Ham Radio With K0PIR

I've shared a video featuring Michael Kalter, W8CI, presenting fascinating details about Hamvention 2024 news at HamCation. The information shared is truly engaging. Looking forward to seeing you there! Best wishes and safe travels. Hamvention 2024 News This video provides...

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I am heading out to Orland tomorrow for HamCation. I was there last year and really enjoyed it. See my post: Flurry of Videos from Hamcation. Orlando HamCation 2024 If you're going, please comment below and hopefully we can have a...

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I have taken the opportunity to create comparison videos featuring the Icom 7610 and Elecraft K3S. The purpose behind this was to draw comparisons between their respective receivers, when used for SSB and CW. It's important to acknowledge that both...

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Among amateur radio operators, the Icom 7610 and Elecraft K3S radios stand out as popular choices, renowned for their superior performance and advanced features. Despite their impressive attributes, these radios can be further optimized by adjusting their SSB listening receiver...

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Both the Icom IC-7610 and the Elecraft K3s are high-performance amateur radio transceivers, and they both have their strengths. The choice between them depends on your specific preferences, needs, and operating style. Here are some key points to consider: Icom...

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  Upgrading Icom 7300 Firmware You do not have to do upgrades serially now. Long ago there was once a requirement for an intermediate step.  Rob, NC0B One should always keep one's firmware current so as to benefit from undocumented...

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Here is my improved PTT muting circuit! I've seen at least a few PTT muting circuits for Web radios, but this one I helped design and so I'll name it the "MuteMate" Basically what it does is mute the computer...

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Big surprise after opening the Elecraft K3S! I bought this rig used off of Schulman Auctions. I love this radio, but I find it is not as easy to use or configure as the Icom 7300. Let me tell you...

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Hey there, Ham friends! If you're passionate about amateur radio, you'll be thrilled to learn about the latest addition to the world of ham radio gear: the KH1 Hand-Held 5-Band Transceiver. This pocket-sized wonder is taking the amateur radio community...

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Understanding the Basics of Operating POTA with VarAC: A Guide to Calling CQ Calling CQ is one of the most basic and important skills for operating POTA (Activating Parks on the Air). It's the way you let other operators know...

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Hey guys, I've been busy on another project, but have been able to keep up on my VarAC activity. Last weekend there was a RTTY contest and it made operating very challenging. While operating VarAC I discovered some things, see...

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VarAC is a relatively new program for digital communications and I just upgraded to the latest version that has some nice new improvements. The latest VarAC update is officially here, and let me tell you, it's a game-changer. Why you...

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