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Amateur Radio: How Amateur Radio Works
To make the most of amateur radio’s many uses, you first need a firm grasp of the technology behind the hobby. Radio Waves All electromagnetic radiation—which includes gamma rays, X- ...
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Amateur Radio: Types of Amateur Radio
The first step toward getting started in amateur radio is deciding which type you’d like to pursue. The most popular types are described below. AM, FM, and Single Sideband Radio AM, FM, and ...
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Amateur Radio: How to Get an Amateur Radio License
The FCC tries to limit amateur radio use by requiring all aspiring hams to obtain an amateur radio license . The only way to obtain a license is to pass a test. There are three types of amateur ra ...
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Amateur Radio: Amateur Radio Equipment
Hams call the area in which they set up their amateur radio gear a radio shack , or shack for short. The equipment you buy to outfit your shack will depend on the type of amateur radio you’ ...
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Amateur Radio: How to Set Up a Radio Shack
Once you’ve obtained an amateur radio license and a call sign and have purchased the components required to get on the air, it’s time to set up your shack. Before you get started, yo ...
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Amateur Radio: How to Get on the Air
The first time you get on the air can be a bit daunting, but keep in mind that amateur radio enthusiasts tend to be very collegial and supportive. Follow the tips below and you’ll feel like ...
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Amateur Radio: Amateur Radio Clubs and Activities
Once your shack is up and running and you’re comfortable being on the air, you’ll soon realize the boundlessness of amateur radio. With such a wealth of activities to pursue on the a ...
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Amateur Radio: Amateur Radio Codes, Abbreviations, and Lingo
Hams use a wide array of codes, abbreviations, and lingo to exchange information clearly and efficiently. Q Signals Q signals , also called Q codes , are abbreviated codes that hams use to communi ...
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Amateur Radio: FCC Rules and Regulations
Amateur radio operators need to know FCC rules and regulations in order to operate legally. In addition to operating within the law, knowing and abiding by the rules will help you earn the respect ...
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