Archive for September, 2014
RESOLVED – RSGB email system issue
The Society is pleased to report the earlier issue affecting our email system has now been resolved. We apologize for any inconvenience this caused.
Updating the Amateur Radio Licence
The current form of the amateur licence has been around for several years and Ofcom is keen to ensure that it continues to meet its regulatory needs. A consultation paper entitled Updating the Amateur Radio Licence (35-page, 264KB PDF) has now been issued, and all amateurs are encouraged to read it carefully and respond to […]
Learn how to solder surface mount devices
If you are interested in learning how to solder surface mount devices then the sessions taking place at the RSGB Convention on Saturday 11 October may be of interest. Run by Dave Powis, G4HUP there will be practical workshops all day, at which you can put into practice the tips and ideas discussed in his […]
Looking ahead to the National Hamfest
National Hamfest takes place on 26 and 27 September at the Newark and Nottinghamshire Showground. This year several traders are bringing new products that will be shown for the first time. Details of many of these new products are in the September and October issues of RadCom. There is also a large car boot area […]
ISS broadcasting SSTV again
Slow scan television appears to be once again operational from the International Space Station. On 6 September the ISS slow scan television experiment was activated from the Russian service module on 145.800MHz FM. This followed an unsuccessful test back on 27 August when only the carrier was detected but no SSTV audio tones were heard.
Applications deadline near for G14YOTA
Clubs and groups are reminded that they need to send in their bids to host the G14YOTA callsign during December, which has been designated IARU Region 1 Youngsters On The Air month. Applications have been received from Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, England and the Isle of Man with a number of clubs, schools and universities […]
