Having fun with amateur radio
Todays tip is from Kenneth Finnegan. Thanks, Kenneth! Collect as much technical literature from the 1970s as possible, including ARRL Handbooks, magazines, etc. This was the decade when transistors and basic ICs were affordable, but monolithic … [Continue reading]
File this under "You learn something new every day." A couple of days ago, someone on the HamRadioHelpGroup mailing list asked, "So I'm about to put up my first antenna and I need to solder the connectors to the coax. I know learned this in … [Continue reading]
There's a very simple way to check the calibration of your rig, using WWV and a laptop computer running a digital modes program. First, connect the rig audio to the computer. At home, I connect the line output of my IC-746PRO to the mic input of my … [Continue reading]
If a deal at a hamfest seems too good to be true, it probably is. A couple of years ago at the Dayton Hamvention, I found a Vibroplex bug for only $50. When I got it home, I discovered that the silver-plated contacts had been filed, making it … [Continue reading]
EC7AKV New Version 13.05.00 of #N1MM is available from website http://t.co/wtmm4Q8bj4 #hamr#hamradio #cqwpx #cqww #ure @ure_es K1NSS WHY HAMS SO GOOD-LOOKING? Miracle Mask secret coverup … [Continue reading]
I'm already up to a dozen subscribers! To get on the list, click on the link below. I'm starting something new here on KB6NU.Com: KB6NU's Ham Radio Tip of the Day. The plan is for this to be separate from the blog, appearing in your e-mail inbox … [Continue reading]
I got this in my e-mail this morning: You're featured on the SlideShare homepage Congratulations kb6nu! Your presentation has been featured on the SlideShare homepage. Kudos from our editorial team for your effort. Your presentation was … [Continue reading]
While getting a Tech license is no small feat, one of the first things you should do as a Technician is to start studying for the General Class license. Oh, I can hear the complaints and excuses already. "I'm never going to get on HF, so why should I … [Continue reading]
When I tell people that I am a ham radio operator, I often get asked, "Do they still do that?" Well, of course, we still do that. So, when I was asked to speak to a Mensa group here in SE Michigan, I decided to use that as the theme of my talk. … [Continue reading]
I found these three items in my inbox this past week...Dan 43 years of 73 on-line Wayne Green has now released all back issues of 73 to the public domain. Although the last issue was published more than ten years ago, there's still lots of good … [Continue reading]
Thanks to my latest donor!
Bob, KD8THG
He writes, "Thank you! I used your General Class study guide and passed the exam last night. Your teaching style is very accessible and effective. Your work is in the best Elmer tradition."
Donate $5 and get this cool sticker. Measuring 5-3/4-in. W by 4-1/4-in. H, it's perfect for your car, your shack, or wherever!
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