Author: Kris – KZ7K
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IC-7300 Mark II CAT Control Setup with Ham Radio Deluxe
Getting the IC-7300 Mark II talking to Ham Radio Deluxe over CAT control through its dual USB-C virtual COM ports.
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Icom IC-7300 vs IC-7300 Mark II, and How Both Compare to the G90 and FT-891
The radio that put SDR touchscreens in every ham’s hands just got a sequel. Here’s what actually changed, and where it and the original fit against the G90 and FT-891.
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Log4OM and DXKeeper: Logging Alternatives to Ham Radio Deluxe
Ham Radio Deluxe is my logging software of choice, but it’s not the only serious option out there, and it’s not free. Log4OM and DXKeeper both cover a lot of the same ground with different philosophies, and either is worth considering depending on what you actually need from a logbook. Log4OM: free and genuinely full-featured…
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Building Your First Ham Radio Station
Every antenna build, cable lesson, and shack project on QSO Journey, organized into one roadmap for putting together a station that grows with you.
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Documenting Your SHTF Communications Plan: The One-Page Reference Everyone Needs
A plan only your one radio operator understands isn’t a plan. Here’s what to actually put on paper, in what format, and where to keep copies so it’s useful when it matters.
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The Icom IC-7300 Mark II: The Complete Guide
Every Icom IC-7300 Mark II post on QSO Journey in one place: what changed from the original, digital mode setup, and how it fits into a station build.
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DMR Talkgroups Are Great Fun, But Don’t Mistake Them for a SHTF Plan
Brandmeister and TGIF talkgroups are a fantastic way to stay in touch and play radio every day. Just understand what they depend on, because that same dependency is exactly why they fail when it matters most.
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VARA vs. PACTOR: Choosing a Winlink Modem
VARA and PACTOR compared for Winlink, and which one actually makes sense for a home EmComm setup.
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What Is an SDR Transceiver, and Why Does It Matter?
Software defined radio has quietly taken over the amateur radio market. Here is what an SDR transceiver is, why it helps, and some popular current rigs.