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Make an Antenna From CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

Make an Antenna From CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

Turn holiday lights into RF and see how far your signal can really travel with this fun ham radio antenna experiment

Real-world statistics on the most common sources of urban ham radio interference

Real-world statistics on the most common sources of urban ham radio interference

A compiled statistical overview of the most commonly reported sources of urban ham radio interference based on publicly documented operator experiences

What Is Take Off Angle Simple Guide for Hams

What Is Take Off Angle Simple Guide for Hams

Take-off angle determines where your HF signal lands across town or across oceans. Here’s what it is, why it matters!

Your S Meter Is Lying to You What Hams Really Need to Know

Your S Meter Is Lying to You What Hams Really Need to Know

Most S meters lie! Learn how to decode yours for real-world signal reports and smarter station testing

Which RF Choke Works Best Coiled Coax Ferrite or Sleeve

Which RF Choke Works Best Coiled Coax Ferrite or Sleeve

You've heard you need a choke on your feedline, but which one? oiled Coax vs Ferrite Beads vs Sleeve Chokes

Why Your Antenna Matters More at 5 Watts Than 100 Watts

Why Your Antenna Matters More at 5 Watts Than 100 Watts

At 100W, a mediocre antenna still works. At 5W, it's the difference between making contacts and hearing nothing back