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Issue 398 September 20, 2025

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ARRL launches nationwide grassroots campaign to pass Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act
ARRL has launched a nationwide grassroots campaign aimed at securing the passage of federal legislation that would grant Amateur Radio Operators the same rights to install antennas on their property as those enjoyed by users of TV antennas, wireless internet, and flagpoles.
ARRL

Join ARDC’s 2026 Volunteer Team
We’re doing something good for the community and helping groups around the world.
ARDC

IP400 Project publishes roadmap
A design for Next Generation Node Hardware II describes an all-in-one transceiver unit made up of node hardware, a power amplifier, and 9dB gain antenna.
ADRCS

Real Time QSO Manager
Users can see who's available on all bands and all modes simultaneously.
QRZ

Defending Amateur Radio spectrum: The AST SpaceMobile battle continues
Partial victory in 430-440 MHz band defense.
Open Research Institute

EiffelTenna
A bespoke portable HF antenna is inexpensive and works multiple bands.
K4FMH

Hurricane Helene taught me why HOA antenna bans must end
Please take 30 seconds to help.
QRPer

How to set up your own remote station
An inexpensive way you can control your station from a web browser on your home network.
Ham Radio Hacks

The practicality of solar powered Meshtastic
It’s probable that like us you’ve toyed with the idea of running one from a solar panel.
Hackaday

FCC issues near-million dollar fine against New Jersey radio pirate
Operator has 30 days to pay up.
RadioWorld

Upcoming Events

RSGB to Host LoRa High Altitude Balloon Challenge
September 20, 2025

Fire Prevention Week Special Event
October 5, 2025

Video

Installing FreeDV on Linux
A walk-through of downloading FreeDV and doing the initial setup including audio, rig control, and station identification.
Peter Marks

Meshtastic + Drone
Pushing Meshtastic to the limit, 25 mile test with Spec5 Copilot.
KM4ACK

CB radio operators jammed petrol pumps to get free fuel
By transmitting a strong RF signal near the pump, they could cause the electronic counters on both the pump and the attendant's console to slow dramatically.
Ringway Manchester