All the pieces are in place with my new antenna switch board layout. Now to get the wiring done and everything tested. Read more
Category: Shortwave Radio
Improved Signal Distribution for Receivers
As described last week, I am seeking improved signal distribution between antennas and receivers in my shack. Read more
Revise Antenna Switching for Receivers
It’s time for me to revise antenna switching for all my various antennas and receivers. What shall I do this time around? Read more
Active Antenna Popularity
I think there are 3 main reasons for active antenna popularity. Physical properties, relative performance and coverage. Let’s consider these. Read more
Wellbrook versus LZ1AQ Loop Comparison
My article this week will compare the Wellbrook versus LZ1AQ wideband receiving loops. Both perform really well for MW and SWL. Read more
My Wellbrook Loop Antenna
My Wellbrook Loop is up and running about 25 feet from my house. Works great, pleasant surprise for a used unit. Read more
Loop Array Wind Damage
During November, we suffered loop array wind damage. Fortunately, repairs are pretty easy with a 3D printer on hand. Read more
Repurpose an Old Laptop for Linux
Recently, I decided to repurpose an old laptop to run Linux, mainly to experiment with SDRconnect. Here is how that went. Read more
SDRconnect Preview 1 Review
After much anticipation, SDRplay released SDRconnect Preview 1 on August 10, 2023. It looks great and works well cross platform. Read more
WW2 Wireless Intercept Deception
Wireless intercept deception played a critical role in most military operations. In doing so, combatants needed to fool sophisticated traffic analysis. Read more