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Txtopia Morse Code Translator
Txtopia is a free, browser-based Morse code translator that converts text to Morse and vice versa, handling messy input. - Listed in Software/Morse Code Decoders
Top Amateur Radio Websites - Issue 2638
This week, we’re looking at some practical antenna builds and a handy reference for precise timing. For those operating on 70cm, there are a couple of interesting options: a UHF Double Bazooka Antenna Construction guide details building with RG213, something worth considering for fixed stations needing a clean pattern. Then, for the mobile crowd, especially those on two wheels, a Vertical J-Pole for motorcycle use offers a compact solution for 430-450 MHz. It’s a robust design, which is key when you’re out on the road. Finally, for anyone needing to calibrate their rigs or just curious about propagation, the HF Time Broadcasts and Time Signal Stations List is a solid resource. It’s always good to have those frequencies handy, whether for a quick check or more serious experimentation.
DecoDXLog: Logbook Awards Manager and Cloud Sync
DecoDXLog is an offline-first Windows logbook software for amateur radio, featuring real-time award tracking for 15 awards, DX Cluster integration… - Listed in Software/Logging
Optimizing the 4 Square Antenna for Enhanced Performance
This article explores how to optimize the 4 Square antenna without building four individual towers, and using elevated radials for better gain, detailing the design principles, installation tips, and performance ... - Listed in Antennas/Four Square
Open NEC2 Viewer for Android
Open NEC2 Viewer is an open-source Android app for 3D visualization and analysis of NEC antenna model files. It combines the NEC2 calculation engine with… - Listed in Software/Antenna analysis
SWLtools
SWLTools is an iOS application for iPhone and iPad, decoding CW, RTTY, SITOR-B, WEFAX, and ACARS signals. - Listed in Software/Decoders
ARRL Audio News September 18, 2026
ARRL Audio News September 18, 2026
Top Amateur Radio Websites - Issue 2636
This week, we're looking at a few interesting builds, from compact multiband solutions to specific band optimizations. There's a solid 50-watt amplifier project for the HF bands, something that comes up often for those needing a bit more punch without breaking the bank. We also have a couple of vertical antenna designs, one covering multiple bands and another specifically for 20 meters, which is always a popular choice for portable work. For those running an Icom IC-705, there are some practical insights into maximizing its potential in the field. And for stealth operations, a window loop antenna for 20 meters offers a clever approach. These selections should provide some good food for thought for anyone considering their next antenna project or looking to refine their portable setup.
Get Ready for Jamboree on the Air
Hamtrax
Hamtrax is a POTA-focused logging application and web tool for amateur radio operators, offering live POTA spots, ADIF import/export, and contact… - Listed in Software/Logging
Contest University Celebrates 100 Years of Yagis
The Yagi-Uda beam antenna was invented 100 years ago, in 1926, and Contest University (CTU) is celebrating its centennial with a live Zoom webinar this Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 1600 UTC (noon Eastern). The free webinar, titled “The Yagi Turns 100,” will be available online at https://w3lif.org/yagi. There is no pre-registration. Click on the link before 1600 Zulu on Saturday to watch. Q...
Active Loop AAA-1 Performance at VLF and LF
This document details the performance of the AAA-1 active loop antenna at Very Low Frequency (VLF) and Low Frequency (LF) bands. It presents measurements and suggestions for improving reception in ... - Listed in Antennas/Active
QSL Digest News
QSL Digest provides daily amateur radio news, commentary, and updates from the community, covering contests, equipment, and propagation. - Listed in Ham Radio/Ham Radio News
WAEDC QTC CrossCheck for Windows
QTC-CrossCheck is an offline Windows utility for WAEDC CW QTC traffic. It decodes QTC groups from WAV recordings and compares them with UCXLog QTC files. - Listed in Software/Log Analysis
Top Amateur Radio Websites - Issue 2635
This week, we've pulled together a few items that touch on some persistent challenges and evolving technologies in the shack. There's a practical look at mitigating common-mode issues, something that comes up often when dealing with feed lines and antenna installations, especially for those running higher power or operating portable. We also have a couple of pieces exploring the expanding role of Software Defined Radio, both as a standalone system for advanced modes like Digital Amateur Television and as a valuable companion to traditional transceivers. Finally, a quick nod to the wider RF spectrum with a public safety audio feed, a reminder of the diverse signals out there. It’s a mix that should offer something for those experimenting with RF, optimizing their home station, or even considering satellite operations.
ARRL Audio News September 11, 2026
ARRL Audio News September 11, 2026
Answering the Call: A 9/11 Remembrance from ARRL
Ed. Note: Details in this article were culled from the November 2001 QST article, “9/11/01: ‘This is Not a Test’ ” by Rick Lindquist, N1RL, and Diane Ortiz, K2DO. The original article is available here (PDF). Twenty-five years ago, on September 11, 2001, the United States came under attack from al-Qaeda terrorists who hijacked passenger planes and flew them into buildings in New York City and Wa...
Video: Educator Shows How Amateur Radio Is Inspiring Students
Educator Everton Henriques, KD2ZZT, shared his experience using amateur radio to inspire students and bring engineering and technology to life in the classroom during his keynote at the 2026 ARRL New England Division Convention, hosted by Northeast HamXposition in Massachusetts on August 15. A video recording is available on ARRL’s YouTube channel. Everton is an Engineering and Technology Teache...
Special HAARP Transmission for 9/11
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States, the High-frequency Active Auroral Research Program (HAARP) at the University of Alaska Fairbanks will be making a special transmission on 9.11 MHz at 0030-0035 UTC on September 12, 2026 (8:30-8:35 PM eastern time Friday evening). The transmission will consist of a Morse code QST, followed by a slow-scan ...
DP1POL 2026
Felix, DL5XL, will be returning to Neumayer Station III in Antarctica and plans to operate as DP1POL. He will be active when time permits from mid-November 2026 to mid-February 2027. Operations will primarily be CW on HF bands, with some digital and SSB activity. Source: DX-World.net - DX-World.net (15 Nov — 15 Feb 2027 UTC)
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