What is a DX Cluster?
What is it? A DX Cluster is, in essence, a “chatroom” or node into which amateur DX hunters can post information about DX either worked or heard. Physically, it is a central computer that collects, … Read More
TYT TH-UVF1 Manual: Everything You Need to Know
Most people agree that the manual that comes with this radio is horrible. Let’s try to create a better one. Modes Hold U/V to switch between manual tuning and preset mode. In channel preset mode … Read More
Quagi Antenna: Everything You Need to Know
The VHF Quagi from an article by Wayne Overbeck, K6YNB in QST April 1977; “Building a 440MHz Quagi” description is from Gary Bonnor – VK4ZGB There have been many half-hearted attempts to combine a Yagi … Read More
Best SSTV Software For Ham Radio SSTV Emission
Software allows the production and detection of signals used for transferring SSTV pictures. Most SSTV software allows for both sending and receiving SSTV signals, with the ability to auto-detect which mode is being received. A … Read More
Transequatorial Propagation, TEP: Everything You Need to Know
Simplified ionospheric models portray the ionosphere as a series of horizontal layers that vary with time, location and sunspot activity. The real ionosphere is much more complex than this, particularly in equatorial and polar regions. … Read More
Small Tuned Loop: Everything You Need to Know
A small transmitting loop, small tuned loop or magnetic antenna is defined as a loop antenna of less than one-tenth to one-quarter of a wavelength in circumference. These are normally constructed as a single turn of heavy-gauge wire (AWG #10 or larger), … Read More
What is a Cavity Filter?
Basics of Cavity Filter Cavity filters are the basic circuitry behind a Duplexer and are sharply tuned resonant circuit that allow only certain frequencies to pass. Generically, filter of this kind is known as notch filters. … Read More
Morse Code Translator, Decoder, Alphabet
What is Phonetic Alphabet? A number of phonetic alphabets exist. The NATO version is most common and can be considered to be the “international” phonetic alphabet. Letter Code Word Pronunciation A Alfa AL FAH B Bravo … Read More
Dictionary of Ham Radio Terms
Related wiki pages FAQ When adding information to these pages, please link to other pages in the wiki wherever possible. A AC: Alternating Current ADC: Analogue to Digital Converter. Also known as A/D and A-to-D. … Read More
Tropospheric Ducting: Everything You Need to Know
Basics The troposphere is the layer of the atmosphere closest to earth. It is approximately 10km deep on average but can extend to 20km in tropical areas. Tropospheric propagation occurs when signals are reflected scattered or … Read More