Archive for 2023
Barcoded stamps
From 31 July 2023, you should not apply non-barcoded stamps with Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s image to any mail. In doing so the sender or recipient may have to pay a surcharge. This news is highlighted to radio amateurs who use stamped-addressed QSL card envelopes. Please ensure all stamped-addressed envelopes have valid barcoded […]
GB2RS in Morse code
GB2RS newsreader Graham, G4JBD, has developed an online tool which plays Morse code based on the current GB2RS News script at a variety of different speeds. To help simulate a realistic HF-operating environment, the system can be set to include manmade band noise (QRM) as well as natural band noise (QRN). To try it out […]
Also in this weeks GB2RS…
The July 2023 edition of RadCom Basics is now available and includes more topics to inspire those who are new to amateur radio and those who want to refresh their skills and knowledge. This edition includes the stories of the winner and runner-up in the RSGB Construction Competition Beginners’ category; part two of Repairing Circuit […]
Rallies and Events News – 30 July 2023
Wiltshire Radio and Car Boot Sale is taking place today, Sunday 30 July at Kington Langley Village Hall and Playing Field, Kington Langley, Wiltshire SN15 5NJ. The event starts at 9am and finishes at 1pm. There is a £3 entry fee. Indoor tables are sold out, but there is plenty of Car Boot space available. […]
Special Events News – 30 July 2023
DR45HAAN is the special callsign for DARC’s Ortsverband Haan to celebrate its 45th anniversary. The station will be active until the 30 September. All QSOs will be confirmed automatically via the bureau and direct cards via DL7ET. Special callsign LX90RTL is in use to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Radio Luxembourg’s first long-wave broadcast. It […]
DX News – 30 July 2023
Today is the last chance to contact Giuseppe, IK5WWA who is active as IM0C from San Pietro Island, EU-165. He is QRV on the 40 to 2m bands. QSL via his home call. The IP1X team is active from Gallinara Island, EU-083, today, the 30 July. They are operating CW and SSB on the 80 […]
