JTTY brings RTTY-style contest exchanges to WSJT-X 3.2.0-rc1: 127 Hz GFSK, no T/R cycles, N1MM Logger+ support. See specs and suggested frequencies.

This week, we’ve gathered some interesting material for those of you exploring beyond the usual HF fare. There’s a good piece on current satellite operations, covering both LEO and GEO birds, which is always something worth revisiting as the constellations evolve. For the portable ops crowd, we’ve got a practical guide to POTA antennas, focusing on field-friendly designs. And if you’re looking to get on 10 meters with a minimal footprint, there’s a neat build for a vertical antenna using common hardware store parts. Plus, a rigid 6-meter Moxon construction that won’t break the bank, and a look at a long-standing DX group.

DeepCW is a real-time, cross-platform Morse code (CW) decoder leveraging a neural network for robust decoding in weak signal and noisy conditions. – Listed in Software/Morse Code Decoders

Details the construction and testing of a shortened Morgain dual-band wire antenna for 40 and 80 meters, optimized for limited space. Includes SWR… – Listed in Antennas/Morgain

This week, we’re looking at a few antenna projects that might spark some interest for those running VHF/UHF. There’s a good bit on J-poles, specifically for 2 meters and dual-band operation, using everything from twin lead to copper pipe. We also have a solid 5/8-wavelength vertical build for 2 meters that avoids loading coils, which is always a plus for efficiency. Beyond the hardware, there’s a handy utility for Windows users who need virtual serial ports—something that comes up often when integrating various logging or control software. And for those still honing their CW skills, or just curious, a browser-based Morse code decoder that works from images could be quite useful. These selections touch on practical builds and software tools that can enhance both home station and portable setups.

This week, we’ve pulled together a few items that touch on practical antenna work and some digital modes. There’s a good look at a multi-band portable dipole, something that comes up often for field day or SOTA ops, detailing a switching arrangement for 40 through 15 meters. We also have a piece on building and testing 50 MHz traps, comparing different capacitor types—useful for anyone experimenting with 6-meter antennas. For those running APRS, a comprehensive symbol table is included, which is always handy for interpreting what you see on the map. Finally, we’ve got a mention of open-source firmware for LoRa transceivers and a popular Android application for APRS tracking, both relevant for modern portable and mobile setups.

SatDump is a free, multi-platform SDR software for receiving and processing live data from geostationary and polar satellites and space probes. – Listed in Software/Decoders

The Central Mississippi Amateur Radio Association (CMARA) serves as a community hub for hams, detailing monthly meetings, POTA activations, and public… – Listed in Ham Radio/Clubs/North America/USA/Mississippi

Looking for an excellent entry-level HF SDR with a budget-friendly price tag? Check out the FlexRadio 8400 Signature Series 100W HF+6M Transceivers—a lot of radio for the money, with the […]

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Going portable remains the hottest ticket in amateur radio today. DX Engineering is committed to making your experience operating from a park, summit, island, or just about anywhere outside of […]

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Unveiled at Tokyo Ham Fair 2026, the much-anticipated Icom IC-7110 HF/50 MHz/VHF/UHF All Mode Transceiver is now available for reservation at DX Engineering.  The IC-7110, billed by Icom as “all […]

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Christmas comes a few weeks early for ham radio operators everywhere! The VK9XY Christmas Island activation—featuring young operators from around the world—is scheduled to run Nov. 16-Dec. 4, 2026. That’s […]

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CITEL has been keeping the world’s critical networks and equipment protected since 1937. That’s welcome news for amateur radio operators who understand that sudden voltage spikes can deliver a huge […]

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More from the trip: A Lewis & Clark POTA Journey | On The Trail | West Over Lemhi Pass | Arrived at the Pacific Ocean Joyce/K0JJW and I have wrapped up our trip along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. We started at the Gat…

eBay restricts listings of radio equipment, but exempts Ham gear eBay has imposed new restrictions on listings of radio transmitting equipment in response to new FCC rules that took effect this week. ARRL Hams.com The toolkit and community hub for Amateur Radio operators: log your contacts, follow long-distance (DX) activity and conditions, and find clubs, […]

 It seems Google has finally gotten around to fixing its Blogs I Follow gadget! The original issue was that it had completely stopped updating. You can read my previous post to see the workaround I used while waiting for the folks at Google to add…

It was time for a relaxing weekend behind the radio and key. The annual running of the Worked All Germany (WAG) Contest was on the calendar for this weekend.Band conditions were not too bad, considering what the solar numbers had been just a short time…

 I have been asked by a few bloggers for the details on what I did to overcome the issue with the blogs I follow widget with Blogger blogs not working. So below are the details of that I and AI together came up with. Those of you who have a b…

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB)  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode’s feature is Antennas for QRP and POTA.

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Hello and welcome back everyone!  You’re joining us for episode 633 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet!  This week we’re sharing news about what has been going on in our lives, as well as celebrating our 18th birthday with a special guest!

Ham College episode 144 is now available for download. General Exam Questions Part 5 G1E – Control categories, repeater regulations, third-party rules, ITU regions, automatically controlled digital station. Information on the AmateurLogic 21st Anniversary Icom ID-5200 Giveaway. Download YouTube Exam Preparation Topics (G1E): Throughout the show, the hosts discuss several key regulatory concepts: Third-Party Rules: … Continue reading Ham College 144