Uniden Bearcat U/BCD260DN Digital Scanner
By Georg Wiessala
Following on his review of the Uniden Bearcat U/BC160DN in the June issue, this month Georg looks at the U/BCD260DN. While it does not decode APCO P25 or follow trunked transmissions, you’ll need to upgrade to much pricier scanners to do so, it does decode DMR and NDXN digital modes in addition to legacy analog transmissions from 25-1300 MHz. Georg finds it also works well with computer programs that receive non-voice signals.
Ham Radio or GMRS: Which Tool is Right for You?
By Cory GB Sickles WA3UVV
Cory explores the world of the General Mobile Radio System (GMRS), which offers users a licensed, mobile and base UHF communication technology, including the use of repeaters, without the requirement of an examination. Designed for a wide range of uses for individuals, families, clubs and businesses alike, GMRS hand-held and base transceivers can also provide a gateway to amateur radio.
Radio Myths and Misunderstandings: Then and Now
By Robert Gulley K4PKM
To those worried about pending demise of shortwave and amateur radio, that non-verbal, computer-driven communications will drive out human interaction on the ham bands, or that the future of all over-the-air radio related hobbies is bleak, Robert tells us that change happens and that not all change is for the worst.
Oregon Radio Road Trip
By Chrissy Brand
In the second part of her journey to the northwestern part of the US, Chrissy logged more than two thousand miles behind the wheel of her colorful camping van to discover more radio programs as amazingly diverse as the scenery that appeared along the way.
WOC: A Midwestern AM Radio Trailblazer
By Dr. Scott Caldwell
With roots in radio technology that go back to 1907, what began as an amateur radio station in Illinois, emerged as one of the most widely listened to radio stations in the state of Iowa, serving the vast rural population of US Midwest. The station owned and operated by the Palmer School of Chiropractic was also the springboard for a sports announcer-turned-actor who became a US president.
Ku-band FTA Satellite Charts Update
By Mike Kohl
In this issue Mike updates the video and audio free-to-air (FTA) programming on transponders and satellites in the Ku-band from 180 degrees West to 65.2 degrees West.
Scanning America
By Dan Veeneman
Union County, Kentucky
Federal Wavelengths
By Chris Parris
US Customs and Border Protection
Milcom
By Daniel O. Myers K3NXX
USAF Aerial Refueling Part II
Utility Planet
By Hugh Stegman
What’s Up on MF/HF Maritime Mobile?
Shortwave Utility Logs
By Mike Chace-Ortiz and Hugh Stegman
The World of Shortwave Listening
By Jeff White, NASB Secretary-Treasurer
Trans World Radio Host NASB Annua Meeting
The Shortwave Listener
By Fred Waterer
September Shortwave Programming
European Radio Scene
By Georg Wiessala
OmniRF OTG Antenna and Other Radio Curiosities
Bits & Bytes
By Gayle Van Horn W4GVH
Cuba Hanging On; Brazil SW Shrinks While AM Shifts to FM
Radio 101
By Ken Reitz KS4ZR
GT Media FTA Satellite V8 Finder 2
Amateur Radio Satellites
By Keith Baker KB1SF/VA3KSF
Spotlight on JY1Sat (JO-97)
Adventures in Radio Restoration
By Rich Post KB8TAD
The 20-Pound Portable Radio: GE Model 250
Kits and Kit-Building
By Joe Eisenberg K0NEB
A Compact, Portable 20-Meter POTA Antenna You Can Make Yourself
The Longwave Zone
By Kevin O’Hern Carey N2AFX
Visiting Beacon Sites
Digitally Speaking
By Cory GB Sickles WA3UVV
Digital Potpourri
VHF and Above
By Joe Lynch N6CL
Shedding New Light: Photonics in the World of Amateur Radio