Whether you do it with a pencil, in your head or with a computer program, decoding Morse is all about timing. Let’s get started. Read more
Category: Ham Radio
Head Copy – Subconscious Morse Decoding
What is consciousness? How does subconscious Morse decoding work? Understanding head copy needs a deep dive. Read more
Conscious Morse Decoding in Action
When you use your mind for conscious Morse decoding, you can do well at lower speeds. But you run out of brainpower as speeds increase. Read more
Decode Morse – Mind or Machine
Anyone can learn to decode Morse. A few get really good at it. But, how well can a machine do it? I am going to find out. Read more
Amazingly, Morse Code Endures
You might find it amazing that Morse Code endures. Nearly 180 years since the first dot-dash was sent. Long before even radio. Read more
New HF Digital Modes Configuration
So, here’s my new HF digital modes configuration for my ham station. Works great on FT8 and FT4. Read more
My Flex 6300 Upgrade to Version 3
As my Flex Radio 6300 heads into its fifth year, I thought it was time for my Flex 6300 upgrade of the firmware and software to the latest version. Read more
Radio Propagation Basics in 2022
I spent some time writing about radio propagation basics in 2022. Unlike electronic circuits, sending signals through the ionosphere is really complex. Read more
Mastodon Social Network for Ham Radio
I am now up and running on the Mastodon Social Network, which promises to be a sane site for ham radio fans. And, maybe replace Twitter. Read more
Legacy Homebrew Challenges
Building a receiver from an old ARRL Handbook presents legacy homebrew challenges, particularly in the parts department. More on my Junior Miser’s Dream receiver. Read more