RadCom Basics

RadCom Basics is a bi-monthly digital publication that explores key aspects of amateur radio in a straightforward and accessible way

Programming your handheld using CHIRP

A very useful guide by James, M0JCQ providing step-by-step first-time instructions on how to install CHIRP, setting up repeaters and advice on choosing aspects such as programming cables

In this edition…

  • 4 Using a PC in your shack
    Lee, G4EJB explains how he installed a PC in his external shack, including; how to ensure a good Wi-Fi signal, useful online tools such as the Reverse Beacon Network, and installing WSJT-X
  • 10 Demystifying dipole antennas: Part 1
    If you have never installed one of these popular HF antennas before, then you may well be interested by this first in a series of articles on dipoles by Tim, G5TM
  • 16 Programming your handheld using CHIRP
    A very useful guide by James, M0JCQ providing step-by-step first-time instructions on how to install CHIRP, setting up repeaters and advice on choosing aspects such as programming cables
  • 24 Taking part in the CQWW SSB contest
    If you have never entered this contest before then here is a guide by Tim, G5TM on what to expect, how to take part, and why this is a useful time of year for the biggest HF contest in the calendar
  • 30 A look at the 4m band
    What about 70MHz? Well let’s delve into why this is becoming a growing band for participation and how easy it is to join in. Tim, G5TM looks at which frequencies you can use, which modes are available and some equipment and antenna ideas for 4m
  • 37 Index of RadCom Basics articles, editions 1 to 36
    Provides you with an up-to-date reference to all RadCom Basics articles

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