operating | M0PZT

A Shack PC

One of the integral parts of your Shack is your computer – if you choose to allow one, of course! Whatever its purpose; something to browse the internet, read forums …

kenwood / operating / pztips / ts590sg

TS-590SG Remote Operating

I’ve had the Kenwood TS-590SG since April 2016 but, until recently, never tried using the Remote CAT/VoIP software. This allows you to control the radio as well as send/receive audio …

datamodes / ft8 / operating / pztips / pztlog / rtty

Cheating at PSK

In recent years, it would seem that PSK activity has dropped considerably since FT8 parked-up and flashed its shiny gubbins at us. It would seem that speed is everything: Call, …

blog / construction / homebrew / interference / operating / pztips / shack / technical

EMC/RFI Mains Filter

Being able to pilfer from the Ham Goodies stock can be rather convenient at times – especially when it comes to wiring-up a new Shack and deciding that a “proper” …

ic7300 / icom / operating / pztips

IC-7300 Notes

I purchased a new IC-7300 in June 2018 to revamp my /P setup – after mixing the KX3 and FT-857 depending upon my operating mood, band conditions etc, I wanted …