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Ham Radio Frequencies

Amateur radio enthusiasts utilize specific frequency bands allocated globally for communication. From Low Frequency (LF) to Very-High Frequencies (VHF), each band has distinct characteristics and propagation conditions. Frequency allocations vary by country and ITU region. Understanding band usage and regulations is crucial for effective communication among ham radio operators worldwide.

Operating Digital Modes

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January

sat03jan(jan 3)6:00 pmsun04(jan 4)11:59 pmRepeating EventARRL RTTY Roundup6:00 pm - 11:59 pm (4)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByARRLTypeHF ContestModesDIGITAL,FT8,RTTY

sat10jan12:00 am11:59 pmRepeating EventYB DX Contest SSB12:00 am - 11:59 pm(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByORARITypeHF ContestModesSSB

sat17jan(jan 17)12:00 pmsun18(jan 18)12:00 pmRepeating EventHA DX Contest12:00 pm - 12:00 pm (18)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByMRASZTypeHF ContestModesCW,SSB

sat24jan(jan 24)6:00 amsun25(jan 25)5:59 pmRepeating EventREF Contest CW6:00 am - 5:59 pm (25)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByREFTypeHF ContestModesCW

fri23jan(jan 23)10:00 pmsun25(jan 25)10:00 pmRepeating EventCQ World Wide 160-Meter CW10:00 pm - 10:00 pm (25)(GMT-11:00) Event Organized ByCQ MagazineTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat24jan(jan 24)12:00 pmsun25(jan 25)11:59 amRepeating EventBARTG RTTY Sprint12:00 pm - 11:59 am (25)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByBARTGTypeContest,HF ContestModesDIGITAL,RTTY

sat24jan(jan 24)1:00 pmsun25(jan 25)1:00 pmRepeating EventUBA DX Contest SSB1:00 pm - 1:00 pm (25)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByUBATypeHF ContestModesSSB

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Featured Ham Radio Products

ICOM IC-7200

The ICOM IC7200 is a robust amateur radio trasceiver for HF plus six meters band

Yaesu FT-891

The Yaesu FT-891 is a compact 100W transceiver praised for its portability, excellent receiver performance, and affordability, making it ideal for mobile operations. However, users criticize its menu-driven interface, lack of internal antenna tuner, and basic display features. Overall, it caters well to budget-conscious operators focused on portability.

Diamond V2000a Antenna

Triband Base Antenna for 6m 2m 70cm bands.

Yaesu FT-857D

The Yaesu FT-857 provides base station-type performance from an ultra-compact package that's ideal for mobile or external battery portable work with a full 100 W output power.

Icom IC-2730

IC-2730 VHF/UHF Dual band mobile transceiver, featuring two simultaneous receivers and cross band repeater.

Icom IC PW-1

Icom PW1 Linear Amplifier
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Anytone AT-778UV FM Dual Band Transceiver

The Anytone AT-778UV is a popular dual-band FM transceiver known for its affordability and solid features. Operating on VHF (144-148 MHz) and UHF (440-450 MHz) bands, it offers selectable power outputs of 25W, 15W, or 5W. Its bright 180-degree TFT LCD display and intuitive interface enhance usability in various settings. While it delivers good audio quality and a robust build, it lacks a dedicated volume knob and may heat up during extended use. Overall, it's an excellent entry-level choice for amateur radio enthusiasts.

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The G5RV Antenna and two other improved alternatives to this basic design, the well known ZS6BKW antenna and the W0BTU variant

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The Art of Telegraphy: Learning Morse Code with a Practice Oscillator

The importance of having a Morse practice oscillator for those who want to learn Morse code. Options for buying or building one.

Amateur Radio News Feeds

[RSGB] - Friday January 23 2026
Time is running out to submit your candidate forms and nominations to become an RSGB Board Director or Regional Representative in the upcoming RSGB 2026 Elections. Both roles offer the chance to use your skills, experience, energy and enthusiasm to help shape the future of the RSGB and its activities as it fulfils its strategic […]
[RSGB] - Friday January 23 2026
Time is running out to submit your candidate forms and nominations to become an RSGB Board Director or Regional Representative in the upcoming RSGB 2026 Elections. Both roles offer the chance to use your skills, experience, energy and enthusiasm to help shape the future of the RSGB and its activities as it fulfils its strategic […]
[RSGB] - Friday January 23 2026
The RSGB EMC Committee has recently published a new “Guide for Reporting Harmful Interference to Ofcom“. The leaflet contains some do’s and don’ts on the style and content of the report that has to be submitted. It also provides some examples on wording that can be used. This is the 18th leaflet the EMC Committee […]
[RSGB] - Friday January 23 2026
The RSGB EMC Committee has recently published a new “Guide for Reporting Harmful Interference to Ofcom“. The leaflet contains some do’s and don’ts on the style and content of the report that has to be submitted. It also provides some examples on wording that can be used. This is the 18th leaflet the EMC Committee […]
[RSGB] - Friday January 23 2026
The RSGB is looking for a volunteer to build a team that will engage with early career engineers, as well as those making a career transition, to encourage them to use amateur radio to develop their skills and knowledge. As the Honorary Skills and Career Development Officer you will lead a team that will design […]
[RSGB] - Friday January 23 2026
The RSGB is looking for a volunteer to build a team that will engage with early career engineers, as well as those making a career transition, to encourage them to use amateur radio to develop their skills and knowledge. As the Honorary Skills and Career Development Officer you will lead a team that will design […]
[ARRL] - Thursday January 22 2026
ARRL is excited to announce that the 2026 edition of The ARRL Repeater Directory® is once again powered by RepeaterBook, amateur radio’s worldwide repeater database. New for 2026, The Repeater Directory features a City Quick Find Index, making it faster and easier than ever to locate nearby repeaters.“Each year The ARRL Repeater Directory continues to set the standard for trusted repeater infor...
[ARRL] - Wednesday January 21 2026
John Cadwallader Kanode, N4MM (SK), of Boyce, Virginia, passed away on January 13, 2026. He was 88 years old. First licensed in 1952, Kanode served on the Board of Directors of ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio for 21 years, first as Roanoke Division Vice Director, then Director, and Vice President. He was a member of the ARRL Maxim Society (President Class), a Life Member, and wa...
[RSGB] - Tuesday January 20 2026
UPDATE 12:53 20/01/2026 We can now report that internet service has been fully restored to RSGB HQ. Thank you for your patience. Our internet service provider is experiencing a serious infrastructure issue this afternoon, which has interrupted internet service to RSGB HQ. Until the issue is resolved RSGB HQ will be unable to take phone […]
[ARRL] - Friday January 16 2026
Solar activity reached moderate levels due to an M1.6 flare onJanuary 14 from new region AR4341. Spot classification of thisregion is complicated by limb proximity and foreshortening effects.New Region AR4342 rotated around the NE limb and was also numbered.No Earth-directed Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) were observed. Solaractivity is expected to be low with a 25-30% chance for M-classflares (...

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