Ham Radio Contesting for Techs? Yes, You Can!
Feeling left out? It’s a fact that most contests take place on the HF bands, but even as a Technician you can participate. For starters, you only need your Technician […]
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Ham Culture & Entertainment
Amateur Radio and Morse Code in Popular Culture: From Hardcore Punk to Wireless History
One of our favorite pursuits at OnAllBands is discovering ham radio and Morse code references that have found their way into television, movies, books, and music—everything from Paul McCartney’s inspiration […]
Technical Articles
Ham Radio Tech: Inexpensive Project Enclosures
No matter what kind of operating you do, sooner or later you’ll need a “gadget” that isn’t readily available commercially. Maybe you’ll need a special switch or an interface between […]
Products & Product Reviews
New Products Spotlight: “On Air” Sign and Icom/Xiegu 5-Port TruCI-V Data Hubs from VE2DX
Last month we featured a video of Richard Desaulniers, Sr., VE2DX, displaying some of the new VE2DX Electronics products that would be coming soon to DX Engineering. Today, we’re pleased […]
DC Power
Ham Radio Tech: Choosing a Battery System for Portable Operations
Most new hams start with an HT (handie-talkie) radio. They’re very affordable, portable, and will get you on the air quickly. No one has to think about batteries and chargers—they’re […]
Technical Articles
Ham Radio Tech: RF Safety—In the Field
This is the second installment of a two-part article about RF when you are operating “in the field,” meaning away from a fixed station. For example, when you are operating […]
Manufacturer Showcases
Icom USA’s Ray Novak, N9JA, Discusses an Upgraded Icom HT and the Fun of the IC-905 (Video)
There are a lot of exciting things happening on the DX Engineering Facebook page and DX Engineering YouTube channel. Make sure to check in from time to time for product […]
Antenna Tech
Ham Radio Tech: Choosing a Portable Vertical Antenna that Matches Your Needs
Whether you’re a seasoned ham or buying your first antenna, choosing the right one is more about how you operate as an individual and less about the antenna’s capabilities. In […]
Interviews
Yaesu: Devoted to Educating the Ham Radio Community (Video)
If you’re a fan of Yaesu’s exceptional lineup of transceivers and amateur radio accessories or if you’re in the market for your first rig, don’t miss today’s OnAllBands showcase video. […]
Events
It’s All in the Cards! QSL Cards from Tanzania
All images courtesy of DX Engineering. Republic of Tanzania QRV in September 2024 The 5H1WX Tanzania DXpedition by OK2WX is scheduled to run from September 18 to October 6 from […]
