Interested in getting started with Digital Mobile Radio (DMR)? There are many options on the market that can get you on the air. DMR has exploded in popularity the past decade. Much of its popularity is thanks to cheap digital radios now available from Chinese manufacturers. Once upon a time you needed a $1200 radio…
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Ham Radio Prep: What You Need to Know
Are you interested in studying for your ham radio license? Maybe you’re already licensed and looking to upgrade. Either way, Ham Radio Prep is a study tool you should know about. Why you should care about my opinion I feel uniquely qualified to review ham radio study guides. I spent nearly five years on the…
BridgeCom Systems SkyBridge Hotspot Review
Are you a ham radio operator interested in DMR? Getting started can be intimidating, but not with the SkyBridge Hotspot DMR Plug N’ Play package from BridgeCom Systems. BridgeCom’s SkyBridge dual band hotspot is the latest hotspot on the market for amateur radio operators. What makes it such a compelling buy is the ease at…
What is the range of a DMR hotspot?
If you’re like me your getting more involved in digital modes. It’s an exciting part of the ham radio hobby. Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) continues to grow in popularity across the country, partly fueled by the expansion of the Brandmeister digital network. If you’re lucky you have multiple DMR repeaters in your area with plenty…
Kenwood D74 Review: Would I buy it again?
The Kenwood D74 is one of the most popular HTs on the ham radio market. It’s been well known in amateur radio community as one of the best radios for Automated Packet Reporting System (APRS). I took some time to talk about my experiences with the radio and what you need to know if you’re…