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Hello there, fellow radio enthusiasts! I’ve been having a blast with the MFJ-1908H Fiberglass Mast and I’m excited to share my experience with you. This mast is a real game-changer, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it. When the mast arrived in a long box with all the poles bare and an […]
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Marius Lubbe ZS1ML Meet DigiRig, a breath of fresh air in the world of amateur radio technology. This open-source integrated digital modes interface is the brainchild of Denis Grisak, an electrical engineer and ham radio enthusiast. Denis, known by his call sign K0TX, started his ham radio journey in July 2020. He quickly found himself
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M. Lubbe ZS1ML Introduction A random long wire antenna, as the name suggests, is a simple and cost-effective antenna solution for ham radio enthusiasts. It is essentially a long piece of wire, typically longer than a quarter wavelength, that is strung up in the air and connected to the radio. The length of the wire
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Marius Lubbe ZS1ML Why I Chose DigiRig: A Compact and Versatile Radio Interface I am excited to share my experience with a fantastic piece of equipment that has significantly enhanced my amateur radio operations – the DigiRig. This compact and versatile radio interface has become my go-to choice, and I’m excited to tell you why.
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As an experienced radio operator, I’ve had the privilege of working with a variety of antennas, each with its own unique set of advantages. Among these, the DX Commander Classic, an End Fed Half Wave (EFHW), and an Off-Centre Fed Dipole (OCFD) have all been integral parts of my setup. However, the DX Commander Classic,
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BEYOND RADIOS, ANTENNAS, AND POWER SUPPLIES Marius Lubbe ZS1ML Introduction A ham shack, the colloquial term for a ham radio operator’s station, is a place of creativity, exploration, and communication. While the radio, antenna, and power supply are the heart of the operation, they are just the beginning. A well-equipped ham shack includes a variety
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