Tonight @ 8 – archive main list by year
2 October 2023 – Introduction to Contesting by Lee Volante, G0MTN
Next on Tonight @ 8… The presentation Aimed at newcomers to contesting, this presentation will explore how contesting began, explain why it is rewarding and fun, and demonstrate how anyone can take part in their first contests with equipment they have today. We’ll look at what are suitable events to start off with, both on […]
4 September 2023 – MINOS Contest Logging Software by Peter Burton, G3ZPB
The presentation Peter will cover the following points in his presentation: An introduction to what MINOS does in terms of contest logging Additional features How to obtain the software and how to install it Setting it up for first use Hands-on using it in a contest Some additional contest features Installing Rig Control and Rotator […]
31 July – Ofcom consultation: Part 1
Focus: contests, operating and call sign policy, in an event that might be of particular interest to Full licensees RSGB expert panel: General Manager Steve Thomas, M1ACB; Spectrum Chair Murray Niman, G6JYB; Board Chair Stewart Bryant, G3YSX; President John McCullagh, GI4BWM Instead of the usual webinar-style, these events will be forums where, after a short introduction, […]
7 August – Ofcom consultation: Part 2
Focus: Foundation and Intermediate topics including call sign and exam changes, as well as the Consultation clauses that might lead to new opportunities for outreach activities for everyone RSGB expert panel: Board Chair Stewart Bryant, G3YSX; Spectrum Chair Murray Niman, G6JYB; Examinations Standards Committee Chair Tony Kent, G8PBH; Board Director and Region 1 Representative Tony […]
3 July 2023 – Receiving Antennas are Different… by Eric P. Nichols, KL7AJ
Eric’s presentation Almost every ham radio station can benefit from a separate receiving antenna (or several!) While reciprocity applies to both receiving and transmitting antennas, the priorities are different. Effective receiving antennas are optimized for best signal to noise ratio, not necessarily the greatest gain. There are countless interesting means of building high signal to noise ratio receiving antennas and we will explore some of […]
5 June 2023 – Node-RED for radio amateurs by Mike Richards, G4WNC
Mike’s presentation Node-RED is a visual programming language that is very powerful but surprisingly easy to use. The language has matured over recent years and has the potential to be a valuable tool for radio amateurs. In this talk, Mike will provide an introduction to Node-RED programming techniques. He will conclude with a live demonstration […]
