Finally an HF Radio for Preppers: Lab599 TX-500MP HF 50Mhz Ham Radio
The Lab599 TX-500MP is a rugged 160–6m, 10W manpack radio built for QRP SSB, digital modes, and serious grid-down or off-grid comms.
Month: August 2025
Data modes with the Ultimate Field Radio: Lab599 TX-500MP
By now most of us would agree that the Lab599 TX-500MP is the Ultimate rugged field radio. In this blog/video, I’ll show you my very first Winlink session using this preparedness-minded HF Radio.
When QRP Is Not Enough
QRP is the heart of my field communications strategy—but sometimes, it just isn’t enough. In this post, I walk through a real-world Winlink session that failed when conditions didn’t cooperate. When communication really matters, what do you do next?
LiNK500MP Interface for Lab599 TX-500MP
Discover the LiNK500MP — a purpose-built interface for the Lab599 TX-500MP that adds Robust Packet, digital audio, GPS, 12V input, Bluetooth LE, and mic passthrough. Ideal for off-grid and emergency ham radio communications.