New Ham Bands!!
The FCC has issued rules for the two new LF bands: 630, and 2200 meters.
630 Meters is 472 - 479 kHz, and 2200 Meters is 135.7-137.8 kHz.
Operation in 630 Meters is on a secondary basis.
Amateurs operating on 472-479 kHz will be permitted a maximum equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) of 5 W, while Amateurs operating in the 135.7-137.8 kHz band will be permitted to run up to 1 W EIRP.
The bands would be available to General class and higher licensees, and permissible modes would include CW, RTTY, data, phone, and image. Automatically controlled stations would be permitted to operate in the bands.
See full rules and information here: http://www.arrl.org/news/new-bands-fcc-issues-amateur-radio-service-rules-for-630-meters-and-2-200-meters
Now what about equipment?
Most LF equipment is homebrew these days with a couple of exceptions.
Juma Radio makes 2 LF transmitters: http://www.jumaradio.com/
Hans Summers sells the Ultimate 3S QRSS/WSPR Kit with available bandpass filters for the new LF bands: http://shop.qrp-labs.com
Texas Digital Radio TDR-6100 U Mobile DMR
Universal Radio is carrying a new DMR mobile radio from Texas Digital. UHF Only, 45 Watts output. 1256 channels, and over 65,000 contacts. Comes with a programming cable for $320
http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/fm_txvrs/6100.html
