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For many years, there have been discussions about whether Germany should follow the example of other countries and create a new so-called "beginner's licence". This licence class should make it easier to obtain an amateur radio licence, even with less in-depth technical knowledge. The aim is to enable access to less technically orientated people and thus make amateur radio as a hobby more attractive overall.
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February 06, 2024 |
Ok, ok, the "O" in OM actually applies to me now. I'm a pensioner, have been involved in amateur radio for more than 50 years and have seen a few things come and go. One of the best things for me was and is APRS, the Automated Position Reporting System. As a consultant for image and text transmission (yes, that was the real name back then) in the DARC e.V., I was more or less directly involved in setting up the packet radio network of the time.
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January 31, 2024 |
We are pleased to present our new product to you: The IKOS IMPULSE - taking your audio experience to a whole new level. In this blog post, we will not only tell you why we are proud of the IKOS IMPULSE, but also give you valuable tips on how to make the most of it in your long shortwave reception sessions, QSOs with friends and chasing DX stations.
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January 25, 2024 |
DL2YAJ, or Wilfried, has gained experience in QRP digital operation with the Alexloop antenna over the last 14 months. With a power of 5-10 watts and a short set-up time, he was able to record 1,285 DX QSOs, including impressive distances of over 5,000 km. Wilfried provides us with an insight into his everyday life with the Alexloop.
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November 15, 2023 |
From the end of the year, WiMo will take over the general distribution for Chameleon Antennas in Europe. This is an important step aimed at offering our customers better prices and improved delivery capability. Chameleon Antennas USA is internationally recognised for its highly versatile and rugged antennas that appeal to radio amateurs as well as professional services such as the military and intelligence agencies...
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November 13, 2023 |
It is worthwhile not only for radio amateurs, but also times with the whole family to observe such shooting star showers optically. To do this, you should look for a place in the region that is as dark as possible. Unfortunately, the light pollution in densely populated areas is enormous, so it is difficult to find a place that is sufficiently dark. Helpful are maps on the Internet, which show the degree of light pollution, e.g. https://www.lightpollutionmap.info oder https://darksitefinder.com/. Or ask the local astronomy group, where they go for observation... No matter if you look at the shooting stars, listen to them or use them actively as reflectors - we wish you a lot of fun and "Clear Skies".
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November 02, 2023 |
The cold season is upon us, and while most people are preparing their homes for winter, you as a radio amateur should not forget to winterise your antenna system either. Amateur radio is not only a popular hobby, but also an important method of communication that can be invaluable, especially in emergencies. In this blog post, you'll learn why it's so crucial to winterise your antenna system and what steps you can take to ensure you can stay on air during the coldest months of the year.
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October 24, 2023 |
Finally it is September. The dreamed-of journey over 2000 km from Germany to Italy has now become reality. Unfortunately, the itinerary leaves little to no time for radio operation on site. On the contrary, I will have a lot of free time as co-pilot, which I can use for some QSOs.
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October 24, 2023 |
Welcome to WiMo, your specialist for amateur radio equipment and antennas! Our Black Weekend promotion this year, running from the 24th to the 27th of November 2023 promises incredible deals and some exciting enhancements to maximise your shopping experience. Find out more about Black Weekend 2023 at WiMo.
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October 12, 2023 |
Hello, my name is Marco, DD6FM and today I am testing the CS-818 tuner from JNCRadio.
It's mid-September and the weather is still nice and warm today to do some portable radio. Normally I use mainly end-fed half-wave antennas with a 1:49 transformer, but there are often some situations where I want to cover more bands during my activations, then it makes sense to work with a tuner...