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Ham Radio Frequencies

Amateur radio enthusiasts utilize specific frequency bands allocated globally for communication. From Low Frequency (LF) to Very-High Frequencies (VHF), each band has distinct characteristics and propagation conditions. Frequency allocations vary by country and ITU region. Understanding band usage and regulations is crucial for effective communication among ham radio operators worldwide.

Operating Digital Modes

How To Sync Your Computer Clock

How to accurately sync your PC clock using software programs that connect NTP servers or GPS system

February

sat01feb6:00 pmsun02(feb 2)6:00 pmEU-DX Contest6:00 pm - 6:00 pm (2) HF Bands Event Organized By: EU DXCC Type:Contest,HF ContestModes:CW,SSB

sat08feb(feb 8)12:00 amsun09(feb 9)11:59 pmCQ World Wide WPX RTTY12:00 am - 11:59 pm (9) UTC HF Bands Event Organized By: CQ Magazine Type:HF ContestModes:RTTY Event TagsCQ,cw,WPX

sat15feb(feb 15)12:00 amsun16(feb 16)11:59 pmARRL International DX Contest CW12:00 am - 11:59 pm (16) UTC HF Bands Event Organized By: ARRL Type:HF ContestModes:CW

fri21feb(feb 21)10:00 pmsun23(feb 23)10:00 pmCQ World Wide 160-Meter SSB10:00 pm - 10:00 pm (23) UTC HF Bands Event Organized By: CQ Magazine Type:HF ContestModes:SSB Event TagsCQ,cw,WPX

sat22feb(feb 22)6:00 amsun23(feb 23)5:59 pmREF Contest SSB6:00 am - 5:59 pm (23) HF Bands Event Organized By: REF Type:HF ContestModes:SSB

sat22feb(feb 22)1:00 pmsun23(feb 23)1:00 pmUBA DX Contest CW1:00 pm - 1:00 pm (23) HF Bands Event Organized By: UBA Type:HF ContestModes:CW

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Featured Ham Radio Products

ICOM IC-7200

The ICOM IC7200 is a robust amateur radio trasceiver for HF plus six meters band

Yaesu FT-891

The Yaesu FT-891 is a compact 100W transceiver praised for its portability, excellent receiver performance, and affordability, making it ideal for mobile operations. However, users criticize its menu-driven interface, lack of internal antenna tuner, and basic display features. Overall, it caters well to budget-conscious operators focused on portability.

Icom ID-51A

Icom Innovative Dual Band DStar Handheld Trasceiver

Yaesu FT-991

The FT-991 is the next generation in all mode, all band MF/HF/VHF/UHF transceiver with C4FM

Icom IC PW-1

Icom PW1 Linear Amplifier

Icom IC-2730

IC-2730 VHF/UHF Dual band mobile transceiver, featuring two simultaneous receivers and cross band repeater.

BAOFENG UV-3R

Baofeng UV-3R VHF UHF ham radio handheld transceiver
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Anytone AT-778UV FM Dual Band Transceiver

The Anytone AT-778UV is a popular dual-band FM transceiver known for its affordability and solid features. Operating on VHF (144-148 MHz) and UHF (440-450 MHz) bands, it offers selectable power outputs of 25W, 15W, or 5W. Its bright 180-degree TFT LCD display and intuitive interface enhance usability in various settings. While it delivers good audio quality and a robust build, it lacks a dedicated volume knob and may heat up during extended use. Overall, it's an excellent entry-level choice for amateur radio enthusiasts.

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The Truth about the G5RV Antenna

The G5RV Antenna and two other improved alternatives to this basic design, the well known ZS6BKW antenna and the W0BTU variant

Morse Code

The Art of Telegraphy: Learning Morse Code with a Practice Oscillator

The importance of having a Morse practice oscillator for those who want to learn Morse code. Options for buying or building one.

Amateur Radio News Feeds

[RSGB] - Friday January 31 2025
Nominations close tonight at 11:59 If you have received a nominator email from a candidate and wish to nominate them, please follow the link and submit your nomination now. The system will not accept any nominations after 11:59 tonight.
[ARRL] - Friday January 31 2025
Paul Szczerbinski, W9KHO, an employee of Ham Radio Outlet in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, received a Certificate of Honor from HRO President Robert Ferrero, W6KR, for 60 years as an amateur radio operator. This is just the second time the award has been presented.Szczerbinski’s history in radio dates to 1964, when, after being honorably discharged from the United States Air Force, he began working for...
[ARRL] - Friday January 31 2025
By Ward Silver, NØAXImagine a weekend without a single full-bore pro football game. (American football, my DX and soccer-aficionado friends.) Not one. No hours of pre-game jabber. No amazing on-screen graphics and gadgets. No breathless half-time reports or injury updates. What is a right-thinking person to do? How about the CW Sprint?The NCJ North American CW Sprint runs on Saturday evening, F...
[ARRL] - Friday January 31 2025
ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® celebrates that the first field session of the ARRL Teachers Institute on Wireless Technology reached nine New York City area educators, but the ripple effects will reach thousands of students. The session was held at the Staten Island Technical High School, home of a thriving and active amateur radio club. It was led in part by Everton Henriques...
[ARRL] - Friday January 31 2025
Solar Update Report January 30, 2025The sun has been moderately active this past week. The greater than 2 MeV (solar particle event) electron flux at geostationary orbit is expected to remain mostly at normal to moderate levels January 30 - 31. A coronal hole high-speed stream is expected to arrive February 1. Particle injection during this time will likely elevate the 2 MeV electron flux to hi...
[ARRL] - Friday January 31 2025
Brett Pruitt, K7BDP, has been named the new Section Manager of the ARRL Utah Section. He has previously served as the Section Emergency Coordinator and has been active in leadership of his local Amateur Radio Emergency Service® (ARES®) group. Pruitt has been instrumental in expanding use of AREDN networks within Utah.Pruitt was appointed to the role effective February 1, 2025. The change comes ...
[RSGB] - Friday January 31 2025
The next Tonight@8 webinar on Monday 3 February will help you navigate basic fault-finding and electronics within your construction projects. Lee Aldridge, G4EJB will use his many years’ experience of working in telecoms and electronics to help you understand what to do when you’ve built a project, but it doesn’t work. Visit the RSGB webinars […]
[RSGB] - Friday January 31 2025
The RSGB has announced that Peter Bowyer, G4MJS is to take on the new role of RSGB Board Vice Chair. The current Board Chair, Stewart Bryant, G3YSX said that the role of RSGB Board Chair has always been a busy one and, as the RSGB has taken on more commitments, the demands of this position […]
[RSGB] - Friday January 31 2025
As we start a new year, the RSGB would like to highlight that it shares regular updates on its strategy both in RadCom and online. The latest update by General Manager Steve Thomas, M1ACB reflects on the year ahead and discusses how best the Society might achieve a clear direction for 2025. Read this and […]

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