Practical Wireless

Practical Wireless is aimed at the licensed radio amateur and caters for the amateur radio hobby. Practical Wireless is a ‘doing’ magazine focusing on the practical and constructional side of amateur radio and appeals to all ages. Written by expert authors and contributors, Practical Wireless reflects developments in the technology, participants, activities and licensing framework of the hobby.

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PoC-sy Radio or Quantum-Leap? • Georg Wiessala looks at an innovative product from Chinese manufacturer Choyong.

Starting Hobby Radio for Free (Pt III) • David M0BGR continues his series introducing hobby radio.

A Mixed Bag • Rather than looking at just one topic in depth, Colin G6MXL covers a number of topics which readers may find helpful.

Remote Control for Expert Amplifiers • Steve G1YBB offers a handy accessory for owners of Expert amplifiers.

The Wave Caster • Frank Howell K4FMH returns with a Vertical Multiband HF Antenna for Portable Operations.

Yet more things you can do with your NanoVNA • Keith G4MIU finds yet another use for the versatile NanoVNA.

Broadcasting history • Keith and Garry invite you for another amble through their archives.

More on UberSDR • Mike G4WNC continues to look at this powerful new software.

Desecheo and more • Steve G4JVG’s column this time includes a report on the surprise operation from rare DXCC Desecheo Island.

Op Amps • Tony G7ETW explains the basics of operational amplifiers.

A positive response • Roger G3LDI reports lots of feedback on recent columns.

WSPR Beacon and the Xiegu CW Paddle • In this edition of On a Budget, Daimon Tilley G4USI gives us two reviews for the price of one!

Marconi’s Short Wave Beam System (Pt II) • Michael Jones GW7BBY concludes his look at the classic Marconi beam system.

The Man Who Learnt to Talk Through the Trees • Ray Howes G4OWY/G6AUW introduces readers to a little-known but very influential figure from the past.

The Nissei DG503MAX Digital Readout Power/SWR Meter • Vince Lear G3TKN checks out a new digital power/SWR meter from Nissei.

NEWS EXTRA

Dashboards for the shack • Tim GW4VXE starts with a review of alternatives to the HamClock software.

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Rallies & Events • All information published here reflects the situation up to and including 16th February 2026. Readers are advised to always check with the organisers of any rally or event before setting out for a visit. To get your event on this list, email the full details, as early as possible, to: practicalwireless@warnersgroup.co.uk

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