Biography

I am passionate about amateur radio since childhood. I got back into the hobby in 2016 while living aboard my sailboat in Miami - FL, but I received my license as YO6DXE in 2022 home in Romania. Even if I am spending most of the time on the HF bands, sometimes I also enjoy working FM satellites. I use mostly QRP equipment experimenting with all modes, but I prefer CW or SSB.

The best part of the hobby, is that I made great friends all over the world. Maybe people should learn from the amateur radio community and the way we get along and help each other. I always appreciate how helpful people are in this hobby. That is also why I’ve learned so much in such a short time.

73, YO6DXE

MORE ABOUT ME:
https://28-north.com

QSL INFO:
I have accounts on most used websites, to confirm the QSO's in case you are running for any awards. I will constantly update my log and confirm the QSO’s ( all modes ) on: QRZ, QRZCQ, eQSL and LOTW. If you request it, I will be glad to also send you a traditional printed QSL card. I only mail them directly, no bureau.

Worked DXCCs:

Equipment

I love building my own equipment. I get a lot of satisfaction from using homebrew equipment. I prefer simple circuits that don't require a huge budget. I'm always amazed at the results I can get with just a few components. Because in my work I had to deal with a lot of digital equipment that always caused problems and let me down when I needed it the most, in amateur radio I prefer analog equipment as much as possible. When it comes to building radio gear, I only use traditional through-hole components. I have a rule not to use SMD components and to stay as far away as possible from anything related to firmware / software. Keep in mind that I'm not an engineer at all and I've never studied electronics. I build equipment for fun when I have free time, as a way to relax.

Most of the equipment I’m building is on the YouTube channel and Instagram.
https://www.youtube.com/@dxexplorer
https://www.instagram.com/yo6dxe