A field-proven look at wireless data communications using the Icom IC-705 and Microsoft Surface Go—now revisited in light of the newly released Yaesu FTX-1. Compare features, and true cable-free operation for modern ham radio in the field.
Patio portable with the Xiegu X6100 & Chameleon F-LOOP 3.0 | #OH8STN
Hello Operators. We are always on the lookout for audio & CAT control interfaces offering pragmatic benefits for the off-grid, EMCOMM and field radio operator. […]
The Microsoft Surface Go 2 is ideal for portable ham radio data modes, according to a series of tests discussed in a blog post by Julian (OH8STN). The device’s lightweight design, Windows 10 operating system, and compatibility with software like Winlink Express and Vara HF made it an optimal choice for portable ham radio operations, EMCOMM, or Preparedness.
Hello Operators.This is perhaps the best weekend to try JS8Call. ATM 40m is open for global comms with relatively low power. Almost all JS8Call activity […]
Hello Operators. Here’s a video about using the filters on your radio, for weak signal work. It’s an excellent presentation and I suggest you all […]
Hello Operators The team at NW Digital Radio have been extremely busy during the holidays. I don’t want this to be a long post, so […]
Hello Operators For you Raspberry Pi users, It looks like we finally have an audio codec, GPS, real time clock, and native data ports on […]
I recently posted the image at the top of this post to a user group in Facebook, in response to the complaints about low activity […]
Hello Operators Sometimes I wonder if it’s obvious to other operators, why I’m so interested in JS8Call. Certainly I am no fan boy, but I […]
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