emergency comms
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Baofeng UV-5RH Pro Unboxing — The Two Features That Actually Matter for Emergency Use
Unboxing and first-look review of the Baofeng UV-5RH Pro, focusing on USB charging and NOAA weather alert capability for grid-down emergency communications.
Your Phone Will Fail First
Why smartphones are unreliable in emergencies and how to carry offline maps, paper contacts, and battery-free tools to stay mobile when networks go down.
Welcome KJ5RCY Robert to Ham Radio—Repeater Etiquette and Best Practices
Fifteen minutes on amateur radio repeater etiquette: how to welcome new operators, best practices for checking in, and why community courtesy strengthens the hobby for emergency communication.
Mail Call From Eberlestock
Quick unboxing and first look at Eberlestock gear for emergency communications and everyday carry.
Activating a POTA Park With a Simple Kit and QRP Radios
24-minute walkthrough of a portable ham radio kit for Parks on the Air activation: transceiver, antenna, mast setup, and practical field deployment.
4 Rugged Handhelds Every Ham Should Own
Comparison of four weather-resistant ham radios for emergency communications, field operations, and portable backup use.
In the Middle of Nowhere With Ham Radio, Fishing & K6ARK
Field demonstration of portable ham radio equipment and operation in remote backcountry, featuring gear recommendations and 44Net mesh networking introduction.
My New Portable Solar Panel Strategy
Overview of portable solar panel systems and off-grid communication gear (Meshtastic, SenseCAP nodes) for household energy independence and backup comms.
7 Items That Become Priceless When the Power Goes Out
Seven affordable emergency items that address actual power-outage risks: water, backup power, carbon monoxide detection, communication, and emergency cooking.
Ailunce/Retevis HA1G: Weather Alert Function
Two-minute walkthrough of the weather-alert feature on the Ailunce HA1G GMRS radio, demonstrating how to select local NOAA frequencies for emergency notifications.
Retevis RB48 Review: Great Radio, Disappointing Weather Alerts
Early field test of the Retevis RB48 GMRS radio, including a real-world weather alert reception failure and what impressed the reviewer about audio, siren, and battery life.
Build Your Own Off-Grid Network Right Now With MeshCore
Fourteen-minute walkthrough of setting up a local mesh network for emergency communications using MeshCore repeaters and field-tested gear.
Field Day Setup Party With W6TRW
Live coverage of amateur radio Field Day setup: portable station assembly, equipment demonstrations, antenna rigging, and emergency communication readiness in a remote location.
Live QRP Field Day at 8283 Feet With The W6TRW Radio Club
Live portable ham radio demonstration at high elevation: QRP techniques, field-deployable gear, antenna setup, and power management for emergency communications.
Why Amateur Radio Matters When Cell Service Fails
Discussion of ham radio's role in emergency communications when cellular infrastructure goes down, with political backing for amateur radio operators.
Ham Radio Antenna Citation: Regulations, Legal Resources, and Solutions
How one ham operator resolved a municipal citation on radio antennas, with guidance on ARRL legal resources and regulatory compliance for home station setup.
The Secret Ham Radio Travel Hack
Learn to use APRS.fi heat maps to verify radio coverage before traveling, ensuring reliable amateur radio connectivity on the road.
Satellite Operating for Amateur Radio – New Book from ARRL
Introduction to ARRL's satellite communications guide: basics of ham radio satellites, station building, making contacts, and digital modes for emergency connectivity.
The Hidden MPAD Feature Most Hams Never Use
Learn how to send complete position reports via email using APRS and MPAD, with no internet required—useful for emergency communications and remote operations.
What is 44Net Connect? Why You Want To Access This Free System
Technical overview of 44Net, a free amateur radio network for emergency communication, hosted by John Burwell from the ARDC.
Morse Code Decoder Review: MorseNexus DitStorm Cypher
29-minute review of the MorseNexus Cypher, a Morse code decoder accessory for ham radio operators, including setup, software updates, and practical use cases.
Simulated Disaster Emergency Radio Communications
Hour-long hands-on walkthrough of multiple methods to transmit and receive radio signals during a simulated disaster, with gear recommendations and real-world testing.
Pikes Peak SOTA Activation: Amateur Radio at 14,115 Feet
27-minute field demonstration of portable ham radio equipment and techniques during a high-altitude mountain activation, covering antenna setup, radio operation, and practical comms skills.
Inside the New ARRL QST Product Review Comparison Database
Walkthrough of the ARRL's new searchable database of lab-tested ham radio transceivers, receivers, and amplifiers—how to filter by performance metrics and find gear for your station.
My Off-Grid Comms Server
Building a Raspberry Pi-based offline communications platform for ham radio operators with mapping, logging, and ICS forms.
How to Charge Starlink Mini Battery Off-Grid with Solar Power
Four-minute walkthrough: powering Starlink Mini directly from portable solar using USB-C Power Delivery, without inverter or power station, for lightweight field deployments.
Amateur Radio: CSI (Clean Signal Initiative) Goes Mainstream
52-minute technical presentation on the Clean Signal Initiative and radio signal integrity standards for amateur radio emergency communications, presented by Rob Sherwood NC0B to RATPAC.
Starlink Mini Powered Tripod: Off-Grid Field Test
Real-world field test of the Orbynexa PM166S battery and tripod for powering Starlink Mini in portable off-grid and emergency communications scenarios.
GMRS & HAM Radio CTCSS Tones Can Be Dangerous! Why You Should Not Use Tones Or Privacy Codes
Learn why enabling privacy tones on your radio can block critical emergency transmissions and potentially endanger lives.
Is Short Wave Radio Relevant For Preppers Today?
29-minute examination of shortwave radio capabilities, limitations, and practical use cases for preppers in grid-down and communication-loss scenarios.
EZBNB RD207 Emergency NOAA/AM/FM Alert Portable Radio
Three-minute review of a lightweight portable weather radio with NOAA/AM/FM bands and emergency alert capability for hiking and outdoor preparedness.