RSGB Notices
RadCom Basics
The September issue of RadCom Basics is now available for RSGB members to view. There are a range of features including an introduction to SDR software on a Raspberry Pi4, how to construct a simple and cheap antenna for use on 10m, and the start of a useful series on fault-finding. Head over to our […]
Board proceedings
Proceedings from Board meetings in 2022 are available for RSGB members to view online. Key messages over recent months have included: Discussions on the Strategic plan Meetings with Ofcom to discuss jamming and abuse The President, General Manager and several RSGB volunteers attended the IARU meeting at Friedrichshafen, participating in discussions on varied subjects including […]
Aerial maintenance at NRC
The annual maintenance of the tower supporting the SteppIR beam and multiband dipole at the RSGB National Radio Centre will take place this Wednesday and Thursday (28 & 29 Sept.) In compliance with EMF and safety requirements, GB3RS will not be transmitting on either the HF or LF amateur bands. The GB7PB repeater will also […]
Latest version of RSGB EMF Calculator
The RSGB has issued trial version 2 of its EMF Calculator app. This version removes the restriction on frequencies below 10MHz and the minimum separation of near field boundary. The app is being released as a trial version as the RSGB would welcome feedback from users. You can find the app and more information in […]
Remote examination invigilators wanted
Remote invigilation and online examinations have been a huge success due to the efforts of the team of invigilators. If you have not previously invigilated an online examination using the TestReach system, and would like more information on joining the team, please email eqam@rsgb.org.uk.
RSGB NRC QO-100 update
For some time, the RSGB National Radio Centre has been using the narrow band (SSB, CW) segment of the geostationary QO-100 satellite to make demonstration QSOs to visitors. This has proved particularly popular not only for making reliable QSOs throughout its extensive communication footprint but also from a STEM perspective in giving a practical demonstration […]
