meeting Thursday 8th January: Flex Radio Aurora by Michael Walker VA3MW via zoom

[John Gumb]

Folks,

Happy New Year!

We commence meetings in 2026 on Thursday 8th January welcoming Michael Walker VA3MW of Flex Radio looking at their new "Aurora" products. The presentation will be via zoom.

Venue: 2nd Woodley Scout Group, Vauxhall Park, Vauxhall Dr, Woodley, Reading RG5 4EA https://what3words.com/bowls.blame.lace .

Eyes down: 8pm.

Zoom info at the end.

The Aurora series eliminates the traditional boundaries between transceiver, amplifier, tuner and power supply. It delivers exceptional RF performance in a radically compact form factor leveraging high-efficiency technology producing more power with less weight and lower heat dissipation. The latter perhaps not a selling point at this time of year :-)

As ever, refreshments (tea/coffee) will be available as usual with a generous supply of biscuits. Please bring a mug if you wish to partake. You are also welcome to bring along your favourite tipple.

73

John

G4RDC

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Reading and District Amateur Radio Club is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Flex Radio Aurora by Michael VA3MW

Time: Jan 8, 2026 08:00 PM London

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Meeting ID: 825 0404 3607

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[John Gumb]

Folks,

See you on Thursday!

FYI Sonning Bridge is shut overnight Tues-Fri this week 8pm - 6am. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9vxkw84ekno

Thanks Vin G4JTR for letting me know.

"Mike VA3MW presents an exclusive look at the new Aurora transceiver from FlexRadio Systems. With his deep experience as an operator and FlexRadio advocate, Mike will showcase how Aurora pushes the boundaries of software-defined radio—delivering powerful performance, advanced signal processing, and the flexibility operators expect. Learn how Aurora’s innovations translate into real-world advantages for the amateur radio community."

From Repeaters, HF, HF Contesting, Satellites, and starting is currently tinkering in EME digital modes and 10Ghz microwave. As well as being a GA Pilot, he loves HF Station integration, and remote HF operation and currently represents FlexRadio Systems with the Marketing and Education team. He is very well-versed in FlexRadio technology. Technology is truly his hobby.

73

John

G4RDC