One of the things that has continued to evade my understanding in Amateur Radio is Single Sideband (SSB) transmissions, and how they can be created using anything more than just filtering out what you don’t need. New technologies use crazy math to show how to remove components from an AM signal to create the SSB […]
How-Tos
The Ins-n-Outs of Multiplexers
Often we find ourselves with the need to share multiple antennas with a single transceiver, or multiple transceivers with a single antenna. So, is this actually possible? The simple answer is yes, but we have to make sure that we understand the principles that are in use with the application to be able to do […]
On the Workbench
Welcome to this new series for our website. This is a space reserved for collecting information related to workbench activities. This will include repairs, kit and scratch builds, test equipment, and general guidance for tangential topics. If you have something you would like to share, let us know what you would like to share on […]
How the QSL Bureau Works
The Amateur Radio QSL Bureau system is a cost-effective way to send and receive QSL cards, especially for international contacts. Here’s how it works and how you can use it efficiently. How the QSL Bureau Works How to Use It to Save Money Tips for Using the Bureau System Efficiently In the United States, the […]
Amateur Radio Resources at the VT Library
Selected Resources on Amateur Radio and Basic Electronics from the University Libraries at Virginia Tech from Edward Lener, College Librarian for the Sciences, AK4IS, More information on how to borrow these resources can be found here
2022 Winter Build Project
11/28/2022 Sign-ups are now closed. This year we will concentrate on a unique and fun build. The Ozark Patrol is a simple regen receiver, designed by David Cripe, NMØS, kitted and sold by the Four State QRP Group. Read more about the kit here.The uniqueness of this kit comes in the form of surface mounting […]
Concentration Area – Satellite
If you were there for the last club meeting, we decided on taking some adventures together in learning. Here is the first “Concentration Area” (CA) that we will explore. Using satellites for amateur radio communication is nothing new, but doing it is new to a LOT of people! Rather than learning on your own, we […]
Starting With Arduino
Supplemental ideas that could work with the 2021 Winter Build Project! If you haven’t heard of the Arduino, where have you been?! For those that are wondering, the Arduino is an open-source microcontroller platform that is inexpensive, easy to learn, and very well documented. The Arduino microcontroller comes in many different packages, depending on the […]
Quick Multimeter Test Jig
Recently I had the need to test a handful of through hole resistors. I’ve had this need before when going through drawers of discarded components as well. Being colorblind, it’s not even helpful for me to memorize the color code, so I have to measure them. I’m all about simplification, so simplifying the setup, handling, […]
Kit Building Resources
Here are some resources to learn the basics of soldering, tool use, and building of electronic kits. This is a supplement to the 2021 Winter Build Project, but is a great resource for anyone trying out soldering for the first time! Soldering Adafruit Guide To Excellent Soldering Multimeters and Measurements Electronic Tools Kit Building Kit […]