My gear was turned on about 0900z.
UPDATE 1817z: So far spotted by 152 stations today. Mostly European Es.
17 Jul 2026
Oscar 100 geosynchronous satellite
It’s a while since I peeked at activity on this satellite. Activity remains low.
Miniature Radio
This radio was less than £20 delivered from China. Remarkable. It really really is tiny.
Yes, that is an SMA antenna connector and USB-C charger socket.
10m 200mW WSPR (Friday)
My beacon was turned on at about 0520z.
UPDATE 1423z: Spotted by 10 stations by Es.
16 Jul 2026
10m 200mW WSPR ((Thursday)
My beacon was turned on at teatime.
UPDATE 2013z: 23 stations have spotted me.
6m 3W FT8 (Thursday)
My gear was turned on at teatime.
UPDATE 2010z: Spotted by 78 stations this evening.
EV prices are falling
Worldwide, the price of electric vehicles (EVs) is falling.
Batteries are far less expensive and getting better with more range and faster charging.
The USA is in danger of being left behind.
The war in the Middle East is also accelerating this change away from fossil fuels.
Reverse Beacon Network
When I find my CW key (!) I must try my HW8 (2W) on the Reverse Beacon Network (RBN) if the bands are dead.
The RBN logs SDR reception and collects the data, so you can see where your CW signal gets.
Very useful when there is little activity.
See https://www.reversebeacon.net/
40s day again
As posted recently, last Sunday was the 40s day at our local museum. It is very popular. This is another view.
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