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Author: Scott Read KM6RFB As part of my efforts to build a portable, self-contained Tactical Winlink Gateway, I’ve put together a setup featuring a TYT TH-9000 paired with a Repeater Builder RIM-Alinco wired for the TYT radio. The reason I chose this radio it is very similar to the discontinued Alinco DR-135 and you can add a DB-9… Read more: Building a Winlink Tactical Gateway

By: KM6RFB Effective radio communication hinges on clarity, speed, and mutual understanding. Short-hand expressions and codes can be incredibly useful for quickly transferring information, but it’s vital that everyone involved understands the terminology in use. Whether your team chooses plain English, a few specific codes, or a mix of both, the ultimate goal is to… Read more: Essential Guide to Two-Way Radio Communication

The information contained in this document is for reference only, check with local EMS protocols and training.   WaveTalkers cannot be held liable for any information contained within this document if used outside scope, training and knowledge. By Scott, EMT KM6RFB Introduction:The importance of having a well-stocked first aid kit is critical for any emergency communication… Read more: First Aid Kits for Emergency Communication Groups

The primary purpose of building battery boxes for amateur radio is to safely contain and protect the batteries used to power radio equipment, especially during emergency situations or field operations, by preventing damage, providing secure connections, and shielding them from the elements, all while allowing for proper ventilation to manage the potential heat buildup.  Key reasons… Read more: Portable Power Box:

We are excited to announce we have just opened a new WaveTalkers Shop on Amazon!https://amazon.com/shop/wavetalkers The shop is focused on 3 main areas: Deployment/Field Gear, Family Preparedness, and Amateur Radio. So why did the WaveTalkers decide to open an Amazon Shop?We use Amazon to buy all kinds of things for our own kits, but we… Read more: WaveTalkers Amazon Shop

Early Bird / Pre-Order Discount: $24Regular Price: $29 after 12/3/2024 We have just added the ability for you to Pre-Order our upcoming Learn Morse Code: The Basics course at a special Early Bird / Pre-Order price of $24. This course will transition to the Regular Full Price of $29 when it goes fully live.  We are expecting the course… Read more: Learn Morse Code: The Basics

WaveTalkers Amazon Shop: Emergency and Off-Grid Power Essentials In this project, I will show you how to tap Power Tool powerpack batteries for other uses. Why do this? Powertool batteires come with quality built-in protection, good quality chargers, parts are readily available (i.e. more batteries or chargers), and are meant for high amperage peak usage. Like… Read more: Power Tools Batteries & Amateur Radio

In this fun short video, W6AH builds and makes a contact using a Wet Noodle. Yes, you read that correctly, A Wet Noodle Antenna! We have all heard the joke that at the peak of the solar cycle you can make contact with a wet noodle. Well, W6AH decided to put that to the test.… Read more: Making A Contact With A Wet Noodle

In this fun short video, W6AH walks you through how to configure a Digirig with Winlink Express and Vara FM to work with a Baofeng. To make sure everything is working we send a Winlink message to W0DGH who gets the message and places the order for the Pizza. It was fun afternoon of Bike… Read more: Ordering A Pizza With A Baofeng

New video posted. Dan – NR6V, walks you through the steps to install and use Non-Standard Forms and Templates for Winlink. For more information see Resources: Winlink

BuddiPole has completely redesigned their line winders for the new BuddiHex. The new ones are more than twice the size of their tradition winders and allow the wire elements and reflectors of the BuddiHex to be wound in a figure 8 pattern. This means better protection for the stranded wire antenna elements and reflectors. It… Read more: New Line Winders for BuddiHex!

WaveTalkers Amazon Shop: Emergency and Off-Grid Power Essentials When setting up a solar powered field station there are 5 key components you need to make the system work. Here is the station WaveTalkers put together.

The new IC 705 arrived yesterday morning, this is a quick review of my first 24hrs with the radio. by Chris Mattia – W6AH

Bioenno Power LiFePO4 Batteries, Solar Panels, and Solar Charge Controllers are put to the test as a viable source of off-grid power for ham radio operators.

Mastwerks is a new portable antenna support system from the folks at Buddipole. Chris, W6AH, reviews the 10m (33 ft) system.