As someone who does a lot of portable operations, I find myself trying to determine what Grid Square I might be operating from. Although I do not change CQ/ITU Zones frequently, sometimes I like to look at those as well. I have some mobile tools … [Continue reading] about How-To: Quickly Determine Your Grid Square/CQ Zone/ITU Zone
Wolf River Coils – SB1000 Platinum Tuning Guide
Learn how to quickly deploy your Wolf River Coil SB1000 TIA, configure it for fast tuning changes when switching bands, and enable it for high performance. By using the 213" telescoping whip, you can configure a 1/4 wavelength vertical that is … [Continue reading] about Wolf River Coils – SB1000 Platinum Tuning Guide
How-To: Amateur Radio Log Template
Although I use computer-based ham radio logging programs, I still like to have a paper log with me. Sometimes when portable, I do not have my computer with me. I have put together a format that works for me. You can download the .xls file below … [Continue reading] about How-To: Amateur Radio Log Template
Q&A: What is my CQ Zone?
When you are making contact with another ham and they ask you, "What is your CQ zone?", what are they talking about? CQ Zones are used in the "CQ WW" competitions. You may be asked by some contesters what your CQ zone is when you make a contact. … [Continue reading] about Q&A: What is my CQ Zone?