Arduino analog sampling is a lot different than on an ordinary PC. Read more
Category: Ham Radio
Signal Analysis for a Morse Decoder
Audio signals exist in the time domain. Sound is a complex mixture of waves at different frequencies. These waves vary in shape and strength. Traditionally, engineers consider audio as a whole bunch of sinusoidal tones mixed together. You can visualize this complex waveform on an oscilloscope. Read more
Arduino Morse Decoder – How It Works
Let’s examine how an Arduino Morse Decoder works, and look at some popular solutions available. Read more
Encourage Morse Code with Arduino Display
I have been looking for a way to encourage Morse Code use in my ham radio operating. The answer will be a little Arduino project that decodes Morse alongside the radio. Read more
Antenna Switching – Share Between Multiple Radios
Recently, a friend asked how I do antenna switching at my shack. Here’s how. Read more
V51WW Namibia near Etosha National Park
Two hams, VE6EY Calgary and V51WW Namibia. We both live next to big parks. I get to see deer and coyotes. He gets elephants and zebras. Hmmmm. Read more
Seymour Lesonsky W6CCP Silent Key – Will Be Missed
Seymour Lesonsky, W6CCP, became a Silent Key on December 6th. “Silent Key” is the term used by amateurs to describe a ham no longer with us. He passed away at age 86 following a short illness. Read more
Receiving Magnetic Loop Wound
Having built the servo pan-tilt base and the plastic mounting jigs, it was time to wind the receiving magnetic loop.






