So now that we know without a doubt the world is going to piss, let's quit the self loathing and do something. As I said before, the time for pontificating is done, as it solves all of jack and shit. RaDAR- Rapid Deployment Amateur Radio is a sort of hybrid between being an RTO, Summits …
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A good perspective on Survivalist Radio Station requirements
The Quiet Survivalist- Radio Communications for Preppers Written by a friend, who also happens to run a top notch site, the article does a great job of laying out the basics for communications concerns for those of a Survivalist bent. Pay particular attention to the linked articles- the one on the utility of SSB CB …
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DIY Moxon Antennas and LPI
Concerning local networks and infrastructure in the Survivalist communications realm, it's vastly important to recognize the assets provided by Low Power, also known as QRP, and highly directional antennas to both focus our radiation pattern along the azimuth or direction we want it to travel and to make the very most out of our transmitting …
Why Bother With Hamfests and Meatspace?
At the local Hamfest, I picked up these two gently used VX-5Rs for S25 each, with chargers. For those that don't know, they're a 5W tri-band HT (6m, 2m, 440) and is also a nice wideband communications receiver. They're also waterproof, fairly rugged, and simple to use. For $25 each, used. Compare that to what …
Identifying Equipment Requirements
As with firearms, all too often Survivalists/Militia folks have a hard time separating what they need from what they want, or try to cover way too many bases, resulting in cutting off the nose in spite of the face. Communications are no different. Do you think the guy in the picture is effective with all …
Radio Station Grounding
Notice the little stake in the corner of the radio set? That's a grounding stake. It's important. A radio system works by creating an electrical path to transmit its energy. Taking into account simple electrical theory, the radio as a system needs a ground to most efficiently transmit its energy and to reduce static buildup …
Milsurp Mast System
Taking a step back in regards to communications from HF back to Line of Sight, it's important to recognize the building of a simple, reliable, local communications infrastructure. The cornerstone of doing this is building a rugged and tall antenna system being simple enough to quickly assemble and disassemble. The best kit I know of …
New from Elecraft
The Dayton Hamvention is basically SHOT show for Ham radio, going on this weekend. Of the new, interesting products unveiled, info on this one was sent to me via a close friend and wealth of communications knowledge. As you can see, its a little smaller than the already compact KX3, and retains the features and …
Open Sources 3May16
Detroit Police radio systems go down just a couple days ago Discussed on Radio Reference Good thing the whole network of emergency responders don't put all their eggs in one basket. Because, you know, that'd be bad. Especially in Detroit. You know, especially while this is going on. Do you have your own communications squared …
A Couple of Great Vids from AMRRON
In the Field It's one thing to tell you how, it's another to show it in a video. Watch them both, they're worth your time, especially for the beginners. A note on the gear JJS is using- the Mag Loop antenna, sometimes known as an Alex Loop, is a great design especially concerning digital modes, …