Monthly Archives: February 2016

Beginners Guide to 5 MHz

Posted on Sunday, February 28th, 2016 by M0TAZ

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Ever wanted to get on 5 MHz but not sure how to start ? If you’re a UK full (advanced) license holder then the band is ready and waiting. Unlike other bands we don’t have a contiguous allocation so I … Continue reading →

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How far does 1mW go ?

Posted on Thursday, February 25th, 2016 by M0TAZ

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Testing out WSPR using 0.001 W Amazing to see who can decode you at this QRPP output. Remember the fun we used to have trying to communicate using low power 49 MHz Walkie talkies ! Find out how far I … Continue reading →

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Homebrew 2E Quad for 14 MHz

Posted on Sunday, February 21st, 2016 by M0TAZ

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I’ve been asked a few times if I could provide notes on some of the parts and costs involved in constructing my 2E Quad for 14 MHz. Ive added some details with pictures online, and even a tested it QRO … Continue reading →

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CQ WW WPX RTTY Report

Posted on Sunday, February 14th, 2016 by M0TAZ

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This weekend was the CQWW WPX RTTY contest, and a chance to work a few (sometimes rare) station from around the world. I put in a few hrs operating add hock this weekend and managed to work some big DX. … Continue reading →

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