How to Enter Your First HF Contest: Exchange to Log
What an amateur radio contest is, the major HF events of the year, exchanges, Cabrillo logs and how to enter your first contest with a modest station.
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MHS35 3.5 inch Touchscreen Raspberry Pi Display Installation
Update, September 2026. This guide still describes the driver installation correctly, but on a current Raspberry Pi OS image (Debian 13 “trixie”) running MHS35-show on its own leaves you with a black panel. The screen is not faulty. See What changed on Raspberry Pi OS trixie at the end of this post for what to … Read more
Meteor Shower Calendar 2026 for Amateur Radio
Meteor Shower Peaks 2026 Updated Meteor Shower Calendar 2026-2027 for Amateur Radio VHF enthusiasts use meteor scatter to make contacts over distances up to 2000 km. With several major meteor shower events throughout the year, this calendar will help you prepare to take advantage of these celestial events for radio communications. Below is a table … Read more
Meteor Scatter for Amateur Radio Communications
Meteor scatter is an exciting propagation mode that allows amateur radio operators to make long-distance contacts using VHF and UHF frequencies. With the right equipment and software, it is possible to make contacts hundreds or even thousands of miles away. Whether using JT6M, JT65, MSK144, FSK144, or CW, meteor scatter offers a unique and rewarding … Read more
GB3RS: The National Radio Centre in Bletchley Park
GB3RS: The National Radio Centre The National Radio Centre (NRC) and GB3RS located in Bletchley Park are must-visit destinations for anyone interested in radio communication and its history. The NRC houses a collection of historic radio equipment, interactive exhibits, and educational resources that provide visitors with an insight into the development and evolution of radio … Read more
Comprehensive Raspberry Keyboard Shortcuts list
Before we dive into the Raspberry Keyboard Shortcuts, it’s important to note that some of them may not work if you’re using a different keyboard layout than the default. The default layout for Raspbian is UK English, so if you’re using a different layout, you may need to adjust some of the shortcuts accordingly. Raspbian … Read more
Raspberry Pi Wallpaper 4K and HD
I couldn’t find anything WoW for my Raspberry Pi with 3.5 inch touch screen and I decided to try to create my own wallpaper. I wanted something to match with the dark theme of the website and my devices. Below my own collection of some Raspberry Pi 4K Wallpaper. Feel free to download and use … Read more
VarAC: G7RDX spotted in Hawaii by KH6ML
Sending beacons on 40m and 20m on VarAC digital mode Spotted on the 3rd March 2023 GMT 09:51:33 at 14.105 MHz on 20 meter band. G7RDX setup for VarAC Antenna: Homebrew EFHW Radio: Icom IC-7610 Power: 100w Software: VarAC https://www.varac-hamradio.com/ Vara HF https://rosmodem.wordpress.com/2017/09/03/vara-hf-modem/ FLrig http://www.w1hkj.com/ Map: PSKReporter https://pskreporter.info/pskmap.html?preset&callsign=G7RDX&txrx=rx&timerange=86400&hideunrec=1&blankifnone=1&showsnr=1&hidestats=1&showlines=1&mapCenter=29.66485128954379,-9.085382466115602,2.6910473918435622 You can follow Michael KH6ML at https://www.winlink.org/blogs/kh6ml
How to Install Debian: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Introduction: Debian is a popular and reliable Linux distribution that is widely used in servers and other critical systems. If you are new to Debian or Linux in general, the installation process can be intimidating. However, with this step-by-step guide, you can easily install Debian on your computer and start using this powerful operating system. … Read more
Debian 11: TP-Link AC600 TU2 rt88xxau driver installation
The TP-Link AC600 TU2 is a compact, dual-band wireless adapter that can provide fast and reliable Wi-Fi connectivity to your desktop or laptop computer. The adapter is designed to work with the rt88XXau chipset, which provides high-speed data transfer rates and improved network performance. In this article, we will guide you through the process of … Read more