Working long distance on various HF bands is a exciting aspect of amateur radio. Here are some tips and considerations for making long-distance contacts on HF bands: Remember, long-distance HF contacts require a combination of skill, knowledge, and luck. Keep practicing, and you’ll eventually make those coveted DX contacts!
Continue ReadingPropagation in amateur radio refers to the way radio signals travel from the transmitting station to the receiving station. Amateur radio operators use various frequencies and modes to communicate with other operators locally and worldwide. Here are some key aspects of propagation in amateur radio: Understanding propagation helps amateur radio operators choose the best frequencies, […]
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“Attention all radio amateurs! We invite you to support the Suggestions for Draft Amendment to Amateur Radio License Rules by signing up on the QRZ India website. Your participation is crucial in shaping the future of amateur radio in India. Please visit the link below and share your thoughts before August 15th, 2024: Click here […]
Continue ReadingSEPTEMBER 17, 2020 / DR.TONY PHILLIPS Sept. 15, 2020: Solar Cycle 25 is officially underway. NASA and NOAA made the announcement during a media teleconference yesterday, Sept. 15th. According to an international panel of experts, the sunspot number hit rock bottom in Dec. 2019, bringing an end to old Solar Cycle 24. Since then, sunspot counts have been slowly increasing, […]
Continue ReadingBy Devadas K.M, VU2DH, Future Logistics India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai A Radio Amateur in India can import whatever Amateur Radio equipment he desires from any country without any value restrictions including spares and accessories upon payment of Customs Duty / GST. The Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India announces the Customs Tariff for every financial […]
Continue ReadingPosted by Wayne KE8JFW on May 6, 2020 at 9:05 pm As Hams around the globe make sacrifices for the health and safety of their communities, let’s take this opportunity to recommit ourselves to making the amateur bands a welcoming harbor for all, whether contesting, DXing, or just looking for a friendly rag-chew while sheltering at home. […]
Continue ReadingMany hams’ first choice of antenna is a half-wave dipole. But don’t be misled – just because they are easy to make doesn’t mean they don’t work well. In fact, a half-wave dipole will often outperform many compromise commercial multiband antennas. Half-wave dipoles are easy to install and erect and are not nearly as likely […]
Continue ReadingBefore starting work on erecting a new antenna, a few basic rules should be remembered – the main one being that safety should be considered at all times. Most accidents can be avoided by spending a little time taking precautions and taking more care. Another thing – it is always a good idea to tackle […]
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