The DXZoneAmateur Radio Internet Guide

OMEGA+ radio is a compact and portable HF , 4m + 6m amateur radio Transceiver for QRP, Portable, SOTA operations.

This week, we're looking at a few items that touch on practical station improvements and some interesting receiving setups. There's a clever Arduino project for those running Icom 7700/7800 rigs, letting you command an external tuner remotely – something that comes up often when optimizing feed lines for various bands. We also have a piece on building a phase-controlled receiving array, which is always worth revisiting for weak signal work, especially on the lower bands where noise can be a real challenge. For the vintage gear enthusiasts, a collection of 'boatanchor' photos might spark some nostalgia or inspire a restoration project. And for those curious about specific receiver performance, a detailed review of the ICOM IC-R9000 offers insights. Finally, a look at a KiwiSDR operating from Iraq provides a unique listening post, and a homebrew QRP transmitter build offers some solid construction tips.