How to Wake Your PC with a DisplayLink Device via USB
2025-02-15 · 3 min read
If you’re using a DisplayLink device (such as a USB-to-video adapter) and want to configure your PC to wake up automatically when you plug it in
More ...Counting Those Hertz – DIY Frequency Counter
2021-03-29 · 1 min read
Counting those hertz just got a lot easier! 😊
More ...Catching the Digital Radio Bug – Anytone D878UV Plus
2021-02-20 · 1 min read
After successfully getting Pi-Star up and running, I think I’ve caught the digital radio bug!
More ...Pi-Star - Setting Up My First Digital Hotspot
2021-02-17 · 1 min read
Finally, I’ve had some time to dive into digital hotspots!
More ...Playing with Inductance - Peak LCR45 Meter – A Great Tool for Learning Inductance
2018-06-04 · 1 min read
The Peak LCR45 Meter has been a fantastic tool
More ...First Attempt at Creating a Time-Domain Reflector (TDR) Circuit
2018-05-26 · 1 min read
I’ve just had my first go at creating a Time-Domain Reflector (TDR) circuit to measure
More ...New Addition to the Shack – Siglent SDS1202X-E Oscilloscope!
2018-04-19 · 1 min read
I’ve just added a new piece of equipment to the shack – the Siglent SDS1202X-E Oscilloscope! 📊
More ...9:1 UnUn – Building a Longwire Antenna – First Contact Made! 🌍
2017-04-02 · 2 min read
Had a little play this morning and decided to try building a longwire antenna. I started by making a 9:1 unun (unbalanced to unbalanced transformer), but since I didn’t have a project box to put it in, it doesn’t look the prettiest. 😄
More ...Experimenting with Alexa – DX Cluster Skill
2016-10-05 · 1 min read
I’ve been having some fun with Amazon Alexa, building a skill to access DX Spots
More ...Windmills on Air Event – A Great Weekend! 🌾
2016-05-15 · 1 min read
Met up with a few friends this weekend for the annual Windmills on Air event! I was located at the Upminster Windmill, which dates all the way back to 1803. 🏰
More ...Building a Linked Dipole – A Fun Outdoor Project
2016-04-02 · 1 min read
Took advantage of the nice weather today and started a small project—building a linked dipole! ☀️
More ...Taking the Leap – My First ICOM Radio & D-STAR Adventures
2016-03-18 · 1 min read
So, I’ve done it – I’ve finally added some ICOM equipment to the shack! 🎉
More ...First Real QSO on 5MHz – Surprising Results!
2016-03-13 · 1 min read
Caught up with some friends today on their 5MHz net.
More ...Putting Up a New Doublet Antenna – First Impressions
2016-03-04 · 2 min read
I took advantage of the nice weather today and put up a new doublet antenna! ☀️
More ...New Raspberry Pi 3 – Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth! 🎉
2016-03-04 · 1 min read
The Postman has just delivered the new Raspberry Pi 3, and I couldn’t be more excited! 📦
More ...Venturing into Military Radios – The Clansman PRC-352
2012-04-26 · 1 min read
I’ve just ventured into the world of military radios and picked up a Clansman PRC-352!
More ...I’ve Done It – Full Amateur Radio Licence Achieved! 🎉
2012-03-07 · 1 min read
Today, I received confirmation that all the hard work has paid off—I now have my full amateur radio licence! 🎊
More ...Passed My Intermediate Licence – Another Step Closer! 🎉
2011-07-25 · 1 min read
I’m excited to share that I’ve passed my Intermediate amateur radio licence! 📡
More ...Shush! WSPR – First VK Contact! 🎉
2011-05-10 · 1 min read
I’ve finally got WSPR (Weak Signal Propagation Reporting) up and
More ...On Air! - Passed My Foundation Licence – The Journey Begins! 🎉
2011-04-14 · 1 min read
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve passed my Foundation amateur radio licence! 📡
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