⦿ SSTV EXPEDITION
SCAN International Organization Embraces Global Connectivity Through SSTV Technology SCAN International Organization has recognized a significant increase in its members actively engaging in global communication through Slow Scan Television (SSTV) technology. This growing trend highlights the organization's commitment to fostering international collaboration and enhancing global connectivity among its members, who now share images and messages […]
⦿ Thanks PARA!
PARA Inc. President Chen Purugganan, DU1CHN, meets the youngest licensed ham radio operator at the 3rd Radio Antenna Exhibit in Marikina. Today, it was the turn of President Chen Purugganan, DU1CHN, to meet and introduce the youngest licensed ham radio operator to attend the 3rd Radio Antenna Exhibit (VHF/UHF/HF) and Homebrew Radio Antenna Competition hosted […]
⦿ Happy 110th Anniversary
SCAN International joins the brethren worldwide in celebrating the 110th Anniversary of the Church of Christ (Iglesia Ni Cristo). To commemorate this milestone event, the group staged different meaningful activities worldwide to showcase and continuously unveil the importance of Amateur Radio up to this century. SCAN International's central participation is the 'Amateur Radio and VoIP […]
⦿ INSPIRING YOUNG GENERATION
Ham Radio is a scientific hobby that welcomes teenagers, adults, and individuals from all walks of life, fostering a diverse and inclusive community. It can be a unique platform for teenagers and adults to delve into electronics and wave propagation, regardless of their formal education. It's a journey that builds self-confidence and discipline, essential traits […]
⦿ Echolink on Cellphone App
The EchoLink® software allows streaming audio technology via the Internet. It will enable worldwide connections between stations or from computer to station. As a result of its development, every station can now connect through a cellphone application in both iOS and Android. Members of SCAN International are constantly encouraged to use different modes of amateur […]
⦿ Homebrew QFH Antenna for Weather Satellites
The Quadrifilar Helix Antenna, known as QFH, is a popular antenna for ham radio hobbyists who capture weather satellite images. Its practical design resembles a spiral and helical pattern of its elements, thus enabling the magnitude and direction of electromagnetic fields to circular pattern during propagation. The unique design of QFH allows it to get […]
⦿ YOUNG CERTIFIED AMATEURS
Members of the SCAN organization worldwide are encouraged to take the amateur radio licensure examination to fulfill their role as radio operators. This is one effective means of keeping the hobby alive, even for the younger generations. Among younger SCAN members who appreciate the importance of having an amateur radio license is brother Lark Villanueva, […]
⦿ AMATEUR RADIO LICENSING
Most countries worldwide require amateur radio licensing--their respective communications commissions govern it. The Federal Communications Commission, or FCC, is the governing body for Amateur Radio Regulations in the United States. It plays a pivotal role by providing a secure framework for amateur radio licenses, regardless of age, to individuals who can demonstrate a solid understanding […]
⦿ Catching Transmitted Images from Satellites
Approximately 800 kilometers above the ground is a sun-synchronous polar-orbiting satellite circumnavigating the Earth that passes over the exact ground location twice daily. It is called the Polar Operational environmental Satellites or POES. SCAN Communicator Jun Aves, 4F9INC, his son (Lance), and daughter (Lorraine) have communicated with the three satellites, NOAA 15, NOAA 18, and […]
⦿ CQ SSB WPX Contest 2024
As an amateur radio group, SCAN International actively participates in activities and contests initiated by different radio groups worldwide. It continuously encourages its members to join them, such as the CQ WPX Contest and others. During the contest, the goal is to establish as many contacts as possible within a specified period. This endeavor helps […]