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The Struggle to Not Get a Philippine Ham Radio Call Sign

I aimed to get a Philippine ham radio call sign but faced exam delays and costly, complex steps. Thanks to local hams’ support, I’m choosing temporary licenses for now. Here’s why.

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Getting My Philippine Ham Radio Call Sign: The Story So Far

Starting my journey to get a Philippine ham radio call sign: webinar seminar, practice exams, and navigating the NTC exam scheduling. Helpful community support made all the difference.

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Experimenting with AREDN on GL-AR300M16-Ext Routers

A first hands-on with AREDN mesh networking using GL-AR300M16-Ext routers — basic setup, RF neighbor detection, and initial tests of portable, low-cost ham radio data networking.

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HamsoverIP in Action: My First Impressions and Setup

I recently tested HamsoverIP, a VoIP service tailored for amateur radio operators. Easy multi-device setup, great mobile support with Zoiper, and promising trunking features make it a strong option for hams.

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Getting a DW Call Sign in the Philippines — Here’s How

Planning to secure a Class C amateur radio license in the Philippines. Here’s the process for getting a local call sign, taking the NTC exam, and joining the Philippine ham community.

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Hamshack Hotline: A First Try

A quick dive into Hamshack Hotline — setting up a Cisco IP phone, registering to the network, and making first contacts over this global VoIP service for amateur radio operators.

Arctic HF Adventures: DX, Digital Modes, and 24-Hour Sunlight

Operating portable HF above the Arctic Circle in Norway’s Kamøyvaer. Stunning landscapes, 24-hour daylight, and clean propagation made for unforgettable DX contacts and digital mode sessions.

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HF Adventure in Sweden: Strömsund Edition

Portable HF operations from Strömsund, Sweden, logging 33 QSOs on FT8 and FT4 under clear summer skies. A rewarding stop on my Scandinavian radio adventure.

Hiking & Radio Adventure at Le Grand Ballon (FL/VO-001)

An unforgettable SOTA activation at Le Grand Ballon (FL/VO-001) in France, featuring my first summit-to-summit contact on 144MHz FM, breathtaking Vosges mountain views, and an overnight stay among fellow camper van adventurers.

Hiking & FT8 Activation at Le Donon (FL/VO-023)

A rewarding hike to Le Donon (FL/VO-023) in France, complete with a SOTA activation using FT8 mode. 11 contacts, multiple bands, and a blazing hot ascent made for a memorable portable ops adventure.