Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Learn how to send APRS bulletins using YAAC (Yet Another APRS Client) in this step-by-step tutorial for amateur radio operators. This video walks through the exact process of creating and transmitting APRS bulletins in YAAC, including how to configure bulletin text, select bulletin identifiers (BLN), and properly transmit bulletins over RF.
In addition to the mechanics, we cover best practices for APRS bulletin repeat rates.
We also share real-world examples of effective APRS bulletin content, such as:
• Event and net announcements
• Emergency and public service information
• Weather and SKYWARN alerts
• System status and operational updates
This video is ideal for ham radio operators, APRS users, emergency communications volunteers, and anyone using YAAC APRS software who wants to communicate information efficiently and responsibly.
Whether you’re new to APRS or looking to improve your on-air messaging, this guide will help you understand when, why, and how to use APRS bulletins effectively.
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Want your raspberry pi to play nice with your ham radio? Are you into digital modes like FT8, JS8Call, FLDIGI, Winlink, APRS, Digipeaters and others? Each week I put out new content showing you exactly what steps to take to get the latest ham radio software on your raspberry pi. Whether you just want to ragchew or are seriously into emergency preparedness, emcomm, or ARES and want to learn all you can about using the raspberry pi to drive your ham radio, this channel has something for you. Be sure to click the subscribe button and ring the bell before heading off. That way you will get notified of all future videos.
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Learn how to send APRS bulletins using YAAC (Yet Another APRS Client) in this step-by-step tutorial for amateur radio operators. This video walks through the exact process of creating and transmitting APRS bulletins in YAAC, including how to configure bulletin text, select bulletin identifiers (BLN), and properly transmit bulletins over RF.
In addition to the mechanics, we cover best practices for APRS bulletin repeat rates.
We also share real-world examples of effective APRS bulletin content, such as:
• Event and net announcements
• Emergency and public service information
• Weather and SKYWARN alerts
• System status and operational updates
This video is ideal for ham radio operators, APRS users, emergency communications volunteers, and anyone using YAAC APRS software who wants to communicate information efficiently and responsibly.
Whether you’re new to APRS or looking to improve your on-air messaging, this guide will help you understand when, why, and how to use APRS bulletins effectively.
🔹My Favorite Gear - amazon.com/shop/km4ack
🔹Raspberry Pi Build Guide - tiny.cc/pi4guide
🔹Frequently Asked Questions - tiny.cc/km4ack-faq
🔹Weekly Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/40da1fe472e3/km4acknewsletter
🔹Follow Me
Twitter @km4ack
🔹FREE Get Started Guide - tiny.cc/getstartedguide
🔹Cool Ham Gear - km4ack.com
🔹Support the channel through Patreon - patreon.com/km4ack
🔹Did you just get a raspberry pi and want to hook it up to your radio? Start here youtu.be/E1SEgPFQk4M
Want your raspberry pi to play nice with your ham radio? Are you into digital modes like FT8, JS8Call, FLDIGI, Winlink, APRS, Digipeaters and others? Each week I put out new content showing you exactly what steps to take to get the latest ham radio software on your raspberry pi. Whether you just want to ragchew or are seriously into emergency preparedness, emcomm, or ARES and want to learn all you can about using the raspberry pi to drive your ham radio, this channel has something for you. Be sure to click the subscribe button and ring the bell before heading off. That way you will get notified of all future videos.
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