Portable ham radio

All you need to know if you want to use the Raspberry PI as a Ham Radio computer. Hardware, Software, Setup.

What is the de facto prepper ham radio? The Baofeng UV-5R radio. I know, I know – the purists within the ham radio community scoff, but there is a world of a difference between the ham radio community and the prepper community. There’s overlap, to be sure, but the two communities are not the same. #baofenguv5rradio #BaofengRadio #BaofengUV-5R

Shack in a Can. It’s a ham radio thing. (VIDEO at the bottom). Remember to Twitter and comment, thanks! The ‘shack’ is the place where an Amateur Radio operator sets up their radi…

I added some detailed pictures of the setup: Spacers detail: Antenna solution: Battery solution: I am not intend to make any comments on this. i let the images spoke for me as one photo is worth for 1000 words. The goal was to have a entirely portable (backpack) radio for both VHF and HF (20m band) complete with a resonable antenna in order to use it on vacation or in ditress situations. The goal was achieved with my reserve radio (FT 8857D), a SLA 12V/7Amps battery and a home made antenna…

Here's how to make a tiger tail ounterpoise for Baofeng and other radios to boost handheld GMRS and ham radio range by adding the missing half of antenna.

Ham Radio is a great hobby for those who love to talk on the radio. Whether you like talking to your family and friends or you want to make new connections, ham radio is an excellent way of doing so. In this article, we will discuss three different ranges, with some tips on how far each one can reach as well as what kind of equipment you need to use them effectively.

HamMessenger is a portable device that uses a ham radio and the APRS protocol as a medium to send and receive text messages. - dalethomas81/HamMessenger

BaoFeng radios like the UV-5R and BF-F8HP are some of the most popular ham radios in the world. They can be found for as little as $25, and sometimes even cheaper in bulk. Their price and features make them mainstays in bug out bags and on plate carriers around the world. They’re often derided by

Small and Simple Portable Communications Kit

Quality Slim jim portable amateur radio antennas. These antennas are hand made and very high quality.