The organizer of UKW-Tagung in Weinheim decided to shift the meeting, due to COVID-19 concerns, in the online format. Call for papers is still open, you can register for a presentation via a shared online platform until August 28, 2021. The lectures are not limited to VHF topics but include everything that is of interest to the technology-loving amateur. A lecture is scheduled for 25…
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IARU-R1 VHF Handbook – version 9.01
Here is available for download the newest IARU-R1 VHF Handbook Those changes are highlighted in yellow. The recommendations made during this Virtual General conference are highlighted in turquoise Here you can find info about the latest IARU VHF – UHF – µWave Newsletter
Read MoreThe KB7Q 23CM EME magical mystery tour
Great presentation about KB7Q EME tour through the USA, 54 days, 18 states, 9600 kilometers. Also, you can find very useful information if you plan a build a 23 cm EME portable station. Link: The KB7Q 23CM EME magical mystery tour Enjoy reading! Picture credit: from presentation KB7Q
Read More60th anniversary of first OK QSO on 10GHz
From OK2KKW webpage, a nice story about first OK QSO on 10 GHz: Another piece, representing the level of our technology, they had with them at Klínovec OK1KAD – the first device for 10 GHz, equipped with a klystron and a superheat receiver. Unfortunately, due to an unfavorable coincidence, the connection failed to a greater distance. One of the facilities…
Read MoreContests on the first weekend in August
On the first weekend in August don’t forget to participate in some of few “field day” style contests: Sommer-BBT Contest (2m to 6cm) DARC UKW-Sommer-Fieldday (2m to 6cm) ALPE-ADRIA VHF CONTEST (2m) OK Letní QRP Contest (2m) We wish you nice weather and good propagation! Enjoy! Photo credit: Photo by ?♂️ Michal Kmeť on Unsplash
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