Category Archives: News

Kenwood publishes first photo of the Kenwood TS-990S

Posted on May 7, 2012 by k4swl

When you open your June 2012 issue of QST, you will find that Kenwood has published a photo and ad (see below) of their new TS-990S in advance of Dayton. We also know a few specs/features: Full HF bands and … Continue reading →

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Updates: The Ten-Tec Model 539 QRP Transceiver and the Model 418 Amplifier

Posted on May 2, 2012 by k4swl

I just received this update from John Henry (Ten-Tec Software Engineer) this morning: Hi Tom, We are making progress in several areas on the 539, it is coming along, and improving every day. We don’t have a price point we can … Continue reading →

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The Toronto Star publishes my thoughts on the cuts to Radio Canada International

Posted on May 1, 2012 by k4swl

Other than being a QRPer, I’m also an avid shortwave radio listener and international broadcasting supporter. Below is a post from my other blog, the SWLing Post, that I hope you will read and share: (Originally posted on the SWLing … Continue reading →

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Kenwood press release for the TS-990

Posted on April 19, 2012 by k4swl

Kenwood released the following press release today. I had hoped it would contain more information. We did recently learn about some TS-990 facts, and now, through this Kenwood PR,  we learn that the TS-990 will not see production until late … Continue reading →

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QTH.com offers a warning about classified scams

Posted on April 10, 2012 by k4swl

I have used the excellent QTH.com classifieds site for many years to buy and sell radio equipment. I think it’s a great alternative to eBay. I subscribe to the QTH.com classifieds newsletter and, this morning, Scott (KA9FOX) sent the following … Continue reading →

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Price, Size and Availability: a Kenwood TS-990S update

Posted on April 5, 2012 by k4swl

There is still very little known about the yet-unreleased, highly-anticipated Kenwood TS-990S HF transceiver, but we’ve confirmed just a few details from a contact at Kenwood… Size: The TS-990S will be the size of theTS-950SDX 200 watts, and have a … Continue reading →

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Gmail Tap: I only wish it were true….

Posted on April 1, 2012 by k4swl

Google has once again featured morse code–this time (unfortunately) as an April Fool’s joke! This video will explain it all, then, raise your hand if you’re disappointed.

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Ten-Tec sale on R4020 and R4030 QRP transceivers

Posted on March 30, 2012 by k4swl

Ten-Tec has just announced that they’ve placed their models R4020 and R4030 two band QRP transceivers on sale. Both are now available for $199 US and include a QRP go-pack (which includes a shoulder bag, rig, and antenna). Very good deal and … Continue reading →

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New Kit: The QRPometer from The Four State QRP Group

Posted on March 24, 2012 by k4swl

This meter sounds like a fun and useful project. Purchase one here–all proceeds benefit OzarkCon! Details below: (Source: Terry, WAØITP with The Four State QRP Group, via QRP-L) The Four State QRP Group is pleased to announce a new kit, the QRPometer, … Continue reading →

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1993-2004 NorCal QRP Club Journals now available online

Posted on March 16, 2012 by k4swl

(Source: KI6DS via QRP-L) I would like to announce that the complete collection of QRPp, the NorCal QRP Club Journal that I did from 1993 to 2004 is now on line.  Chuck Adams has scanned in every page of every … Continue reading →

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