Amateur Radio • RF Engineering • Technology • Emergency Communications
Welcome to the online home of KB2URI — a place where amateur radio, technology, experimentation, and practical communications come together.
Whether you’re interested in HF operations, digital modes, SDR, networking, Raspberry Pi projects, remote radio systems, emergency preparedness, or infrastructure design, this site is dedicated to exploring real-world solutions and hands-on experimentation.
What You'll Find Here
Amateur Radio Operations
- HF, VHF, and UHF operation
- Portable and field deployments
- Contesting and special event activity
- Station design and optimization
- Antenna systems and tower projects
Digital & SDR Experimentation
- FT8, WSJT-X, and digital modes
- SDRPlay and software-defined radio projects
- Remote radio operation
- Linux and Raspberry Pi-based radio systems
- RF monitoring and signal analysis
Technology & Infrastructure
- Networking and remote access systems
- Backup power and resiliency
- Windows and Linux administration
- Automation and scripting projects
- Secure communications infrastructure
Preparedness & Emergency Communications
- Deployable communication systems
- Portable network infrastructure
- Disaster and backup communications
- Off-grid operation concepts
- Practical emergency readiness
The Philosophy
Radio has always been about experimentation, learning, problem solving, and sharing knowledge.
This site documents projects, technical solutions, lessons learned, and practical ideas that others may find useful — whether you’re studying for your first license or building advanced radio and network systems.
Expect technical deep-dives, infrastructure projects, field-tested configurations, and the occasional “what not to do” learned the hard way.
About the Operator
Behind KB2URI is a lifelong technology enthusiast, amateur radio operator, and IT professional with interests spanning RF systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, remote networking, SDR, portable systems, and open-source platforms.
73 and welcome to KB2URI.org.