09Apr
Use WSJT-X in Darkmode
WSJT-X can be used in an eye-saving way with a dark window mode. Practical, especially when working in a dark environment.
12Mar
Comparison of amateur radio bands by day and night and influences for band openings and overreaches
The following graph shows the availability and openings of the respective bands from 160m to 70cm band depending on the time of day and the influencing factors leading to overreach such as aurora, solar activity, troposphere and scatter.
11Mar
Protect outdoor coax connections against weather and moisture
How to protect coax plugs and sockets in outdoor areas and on antennas against weather, humidity, corrosion and dirt.
09Mar
How to contest in HAM radio
When I first got in contact with amateur radio contests, I didn't understand the whole thing. Who can participate? Can I just answer any call? What should be exchanged in the QSO? Here you find the answers.
17Feb
Install radio / mobile radio transceiver in the new Defender (2020)
To install my Yaesu FT 818 in the new Defender (from the year 2020 onwards), I got a bit creative. The solution might also be interesting for others.
21Jan
EQSL ADIF import error “DATE/TIME outside profile – Login to different account”
When importing ADIF-files to EQSL you get the error message "DATE/TIME outside profile - Login to different account".
21Jan
Germany missing in LOTW registration / certification DXCC entity list
You try to select "Germany" as country in LOTW DXCC entity field while trying to register and certify your callsign, but Germany is not available? IT's easy: The correct entry to choose is "Federal Republic of Germany". So just jump to the F-Section of the list and choose the right entry.
21Oct
White cotton wool on branches: Control mealybugs in the olive tree
You notice white, wool or cotton wool-like infestation on the branches and leaves of the olive tree? Don't panic, we'll show you how to fight mealybugs effectively and easily.
20Sep
Nikon Z6II freezes completely during video recording
Last week my Nikon Z6II froze twice in one shot during a video shoot. Switching it off and on again didn't help either, the camera stayed on. I noticed that only the audio level display was still updating sporadically. Only by removing the battery was I able to reset the camera.
14Jul
4×4 Roadtrip around Peloponnes, Elafonisos and Kythira
In just under 4 weeks, we will travel the Peloponnese, the islands of Lefkada, Elafonisos and Kythira with a Defender and roof tent. We avoid the big tourist crowds and instead make friends with the locals and their way of life.
