DXLook Introduces Personalized Band Conditions

October 13, 2025The following is a press release from DXLook:

DXLook Introduces Personalized Band Conditions

DXLook, the real-time HF propagation and reception platform used by amateur radio operators worldwide, has introduced a new feature: Personalized Band Conditions.

This update enhances how operators understand HF propagation by tailoring band condition estimates to each user’s specific grid location. Rather than relying solely on global indices such as SFI, A-index, or K-index, DXLook now provides location-aware predictions that consider geographic position, local time, and atmospheric factors.

“Global space weather numbers are valuable,” said Rodrigo Vazquez, creator of DXLook. “But what matters most to operators is what’s happening right now at their own QTH. Personalized Band Conditions bridge that gap.”

The new system recognizes that propagation can differ greatly between regions — for example, auroral absorption at high latitudes, heavy static noise in tropical zones, or nighttime D-layer changes at mid-latitudes. By factoring in these local influences, DXLook offers more relevant, real-world guidance for operators planning contacts.

The feature is now available on dxlook.com and integrates seamlessly with the existing band condition widget.

For more information, visit https://dxlook.com.

Source: DXLook open_in_new DXLook

SAQ Grimeton to Air United Nations Day Message

October 12, 2025The following is from an email received from SAQ Grimeton Radio Station:

UN-Day 2025 transmission
On October 24th 2025, [SAQ is scheduled to air a message](e Alexander association sourceurl: https://alexander.n.se/saq-scheduled-to-air-on-un-day-oct-24th-2025/) to the World, promoting Peace, Unity, and Global Partnerships.

The unique Alexanderson alternator is scheduled for one transmission over the antenna on VLF 17.2 kHz CW.

The Grimeton Radio Station welcomes all visitors to attend the transmission. To attend one of the transmissions in the transmitter hall, a ticket will be required. Please see grimeton.org for complete visitor’s information.

SAQ transmission schedule

• 15:20 CEST (13:20 UTC) Live YouTube broadcast begins.
• 15:30 CEST (13:30 UTC) Start-up of the Alternator.
• 16:00 CEST (14:00 UTC) Transmission of a message

In 1924 the construction of Grimeton Radio Station in Sweden was completed and the two transmitters, invented by Ernst F.W. Alexanderson was put into commercial operation. The radio station call sign was SAQ.

SAQ is the only remaining pre-electronic radio transmitter that has been preserved and is still functional, event though only one of the original two transmitters remain.

Test Transmissions
There may be some test transmissions, preliminary on October 23rd between 13:00 – 16:00 CEST. During the tests, SAQ will be on air shorter periods of time, when we will be carrying out some tests and measurements. Your comments are welcome to info@alexander.n.se.

Amateur Radio Station SK6SAQ
The Amateur Radio Station with the call “SK6SAQ” will be QRV during the day on the following frequencies: – 3 517.2 kHz CW – 7 017.2 kHz CW – 14 017.2 KHz CW – 3 755 kHz SSB – 7 140 kHz SSB

Source: The Alexander association open_in_new Special Event SAQ