Download or read book Getting Back Into Amateur Radio written by Peter Parker and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-06 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maybe you've let radio activities lapse but are considering a return. Or are perhaps just curious about what we get up to. Either way Getting back into Amateur Radio is for you. In a clear, conversational style, it brings you up to date with what's changed and what you may have forgotten. In almost no time you'll be tuning the bands even if you don't yet own a receiver. Getting on air is easier and cheaper than ever before, with a huge range of modes, bands and activities to choose from. There's sure to be a specialty that appeals to you, with major recent developments including low-cost digital modes and software defined radios. You may even be able to become relicensed without sitting another test, depending on your country and documentation. New amateur equipment these days is cheaper relative to other things than it was. You might prefer the nostalgia of restoring something you remember. Or the anticipation then joy of making contacts on something you built yourself. Getting back into Amateur Radio discusses all these equipment choices. Then there's antennas. Ideas on what to use and what to avoid are given, with special help for those with limited space. Except in extreme cases you should be able to stick up something that's heard. Forgotten operating procedure? A refresher course on the various way to make contacts is in this book. A big part of amateur radio - then and now - is meeting other amateurs and learning new things. Included are links to ideas and resources that will keep you reading for hours and help you interact with amateurs. Getting back into Amateur Radio is an ebook readable on most devices. It's the author's third, following on from the top-selling Minimum QRP and Hand-carried QRP Antennas titles.
Download or read book Amateur Radio HF Antennas written by Claude Jollet and published by Claude Jollet. This book was released on with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The contents of this book are mostly aimed at the amateur radio beginner and aspiring ones. Therefore, this book provides answers to basic questions like: What is the best HF antenna for my needs and location? What type of stand-alone antenna tuner should I use and which should I avoid? How can I hide my HF antenna from the neighbors and still get acceptable performance from it? What about lightning protection? This book will supply immediately useful answers to the above questions and many more. A properly designed and installed amateur radio HF antenna system can potentially make the humblest ham radio equipment perform like stations worth thousands of dollars. We are confident that the antenna experimenter will find the information given here priceless. Furthermore, any ham radio operator, armed with the information this book contains, will become a much better informed buyer of commercially made HF antenna systems and accessories. This special compendium edition is published in response to ham radio operators who wrote to ask that all the basic information, on and related to amateur radio HF antennas, be made available in one book instead of four, arguing that it would be more convenient. The author and publisher agree. Therefore this edition contains the complete four-book series on Amateur Radio HF Antennas published by Claude Jollet, VE2DPE.
Download or read book The ARRL General Class License Manual written by American Radio Relay League and published by American Radio Relay League (ARRL). This book was released on 2004 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Programming Amateur Radios with Chirp written by Brian Schell and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-06-04 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Back in my day, radios came with a CW key and a frequency knob, and that was all we needed." -Every Old Ham Curmudgeon OK, that's probably a slight exaggeration, but radios were a lot simpler in the "distant" past, when everything was station-to-station, and most communications were some flavor of HF. Nowadays, we have HF, VHF, UHF, digital modes, CW/SSB/AM/FM/MW, repeaters with offsets, repeaters with tones, User IDs, reflectors, talk groups, and who-knows-what coming down the road for next year. There are a lot of modes, tones, offsets, and little nit-picky details that have to go into our radios before we can even make a call. On the other hand, radios, especially handheld models, continue to get smaller, lighter, and generally have fewer physical buttons and controls. This is good in that it keeps costs down, adds to durability, and allows for waterproofing, but it doesn't make programming them any easier. Fortunately, we have computers to handle all the programming stuff for us. Just hook the radio up to the computer, enter in all your information, transfer the frequency and channel data into the radio, and you're good to go. Sounds simple, doesn't it? The problem is that radio manufacturers aren't necessarily good software designers. God forbid you try to program a radio on an Apple or Linux computer using manufacturer's software. None of the companies that make radios include software for these two very common operating systems. None. Even Windows users aren't in the clear. What happens when you try to use the software that came with your radio, when the radio was sold in 2007 and the software was made for Windows XP? Or maybe your radio came with a state-of-the-art serial port connector. That was great... back when all computers had serial ports; now, those are hard-to-find options or require an adaptor. And even though many ham operators enjoy tinkering with computers, there are many who still haven't embraced computers. These things just aren't that simple. Fortunately, there is CHIRP, a free, multi-platform software that works with a large number of common amateur radios. CHIRP even has database tools for setting up local repeaters, National Calling frequencies, MURS, FRS, GMRS, and Marine frequencies- you may not even need to look anything up! If you're already comfortable with using programming software from RT Systems, or have no trouble working with whatever software that came with your radio, than maybe this book isn't for you. If you aren't good with computers, or you're having trouble with the basic process, don't know what all those columns mean, or are otherwise pulling your hair out trying to get your radio programmed, then this book is for you! We'll walk through getting the software installed and set up, connecting your radio with an appropriate cable and communications port, reading template data from the radio, editing that data, and writing that data back out to the radio.
Download or read book The ARRL Extra Class License Manual written by Larry D. Wolfgang and published by American Radio Relay League (ARRL). This book was released on 2002 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Now You re Talking written by James E. Kearman and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ham Radio For Dummies written by H. Ward Silver and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-04-20 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Respond to the call of ham radio Despite its old-school reputation, amateur radio is on the rise, and the airwaves are busier than ever. That’s no surprise: being a ham is a lot of fun, providing an independent way to keep in touch with friends, family, and new acquaintances around the world—and even beyond with its ability to connect with the International Space Station! Hams are also good in a crisis, keeping communications alive and crackling during extreme weather events and loss of communications until regular systems like cell phones and the internet are restored. Additionally, it’s enjoyable for good, old-fashioned tech geek reasons—fiddling with circuits and bouncing signals off the ionosphere just happens to give a lot of us a buzz! If one or more of these benefits is of interest to you, then good news: the new edition of Ham Radio For Dummies covers them all! In his signature friendly style, longtime ham Ward Silver (Call Sign NØAX)—contributing editor with the American Radio Relay League—patches you in on everything from getting the right equipment and building your station (it doesn’t have to be expensive) to the intricacies of Morse code and Ohm’s law. In addition, he coaches you on how to prepare for the FCC-mandated licensing exam and tunes you up for ultimate glory in the ham radio hall of fame as a Radiosport competitor! With this book, you’ll learn to: Set up and organize your station Communicate with people around the world Prep for and pass the FCC exam Tune into the latest tech, such as digital mode operating Whether you’re looking to join a public service club or want the latest tips on the cutting edge of ham technology, this is the perfect reference for newbies and experts alike—and will keep you happily hamming it up for years!
Download or read book Ham Radio Technician Class Test Study Guide 2022 2026 written by Ria Jairam and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-11-15 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ace your amateur radio exam Ham radio is an exciting hobby that connects people around the globe. But before you can hop on those waves, you have to earn a license. This study guide will ensure you're ready for the Technician Class test. It sets you up for success with a comprehensive overview, detailed diagrams, helpful hints, and more. A clear approach—The guide's simple and straightforward language turns the technical into the accessible, making it an easy read for any ham radio enthusiast. Build your knowledge—Move beyond rote memorization with in-depth explanations of the exam's elements, all smartly organized to help you progress from easier topics to more complex ones. Get comfortable with the test questions—Review all 441 of the possible exam questions, complete with their correct answers. Incorrect answers are purposely not included so come test day, they seem unfamiliar. Use this effective study guide and walk into your exam with confidence.
Download or read book Getting Started in Radio Astronomy written by Steven Arnold and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-09-24 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Radio astronomy is a mystery to the majority of amateur astronomers, yet it is the best subject to turn to when desirous of an expanded knowledge of the sky. This guide intends to instruct complete newcomers to radio astronomy, and provides help for the first steps on the road towards the study of this fascinating subject. In addition to a history of the science behind the pursuit, directions are included for four easy-to-build projects, based around long-term NASA and Stanford Solar Center projects. The first three projects constitute self-contained units available as kits, so there is no need to hunt around for parts. The fourth – more advanced – project encourages readers to do their own research and track down items. Getting Started in Radio Astronomy provides an overall introduction to listening in on the radio spectrum. With details of equipment that really works, a list of suppliers, lists of online help forums, and written by someone who has actually built and operated the tools described, this book contains everything the newcomer to radio astronomy needs to get going.
Download or read book The Fast Track to Your Technician Class Ham Radio License written by Michael Burnette and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-10-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Memorizing answers is hard. Learning is easy! The Fast Track to Your Technician Ham Radio License explains the reasoning and technology behind each correct answer on the Amateur Radio exam so you'll understand and remember the subject matter. Created by an experienced ham and adult educator, it's like having your own, patient, experienced, good-humored mentor for the exam. Technician is the entry-level ham radio license that lets you operate on all ham channels from 30 MHz up, which includes the very popular VHF and UHF bands. To get your license you must pass a multiple-choice test. The Technician license test consists of 35 questions drawn from a pool of about 350. Memorizing the answers to 350 questions is difficult, but The Fast Track makes getting your license easy by explaining the logic behind each correct answer. It's simple: When you understand the material, you remember the answers and pass the test. Best of all, once you've passed your exam you'll have a solid grounding in ham radio basics. - Includes every possible question and every answer - Correct answers clearly marked in bold - Precise instructions for how to locate a testing session, how to prepare, and even what to bring -- and what not to bring -- to the test. - All technical topics explained in clear, plain language, most with illustrations - Step by step instructions to solve all the math problems, complete with exactly which keys to press on your calculator for each problem - Test taking strategies - Hints to easily solve many questions and avoid the traps in the test - Written in "learning order," not just the order of the official question bank. - Covers questions that will be used until June 30, 2018. -Nearly 300 pages packed with information
Download or read book The Radio Amateur s Handbook written by and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 99 Things You Can Do with Amateur Radio written by Peter Parker and published by . This book was released on 2017-12-22 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amateur radio has an almost endless number of facets. Some are a century old while others only became possible this year. What is out there now and how do you start? Both questions are answered in 99 things you can do with Amateur Radio, a new book by Peter Parker VK3YE. 99 things you can do with Amateur Radio is an ideal primer for the beginner. It tells you things your class instructor probably didn't have time to cover. Try some of the facets suggested. Be amazed with what you can do even with an entry-level licence and simple equipment. Newcomers to radio aren't the only ones to benefit. If you've been licensed for a while 99 things you can do with Amateur Radio makes a good refresher on new modes and challenges now available. Each specialty has a page. Included is an overview, description and advice on obtaining further information. The writing is clear and many pictures are provided. It doesn't have to be read from start to finish. Instead you can start at any page. This makes it ideal to read while in the shack or on your portable device when you've got a few minutes to kill. 99 things you can do with Amateur Radio is an ebook readable on most devices. It's the author's fourth, following on from the top-selling Minimum QRP, Hand-carried QRP Antennas and Getting back into Amateur Radio titles.
Download or read book Ham Radio For Dummies written by H. Ward Silver and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-02-25 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It’s time we cleared the air about ham radio. If you think of it as staticky transmissions sent by people in the middle of nowhere, think again. Today’s ham radio goes beyond wireless to extreme wireless, Operators transmit data and pictures, use the Internet, laser, and microwave transmitters, and travel to places high and low to make contact. In an emergency or natural disaster, ham radio can replace downed traditional communication and save lives. Whether you’re just getting turned on to ham radio or already have your license, Ham Radio for Dummies helps you with the terminology, the technology and the talknology. You discover how to: Decipher the jargon and speak the language Buy or upgrade your equipment, including the all-important antennas Build a ham radio shack, complete with the rig, a computer, mobile/base rig, microphones, keys, headphones, antennas, cables and feedlines Study for your license, master Morse code, take the test and get your call sign Understand the basics of ragchews (conversations), nets (organized on-air meetings) and DX-ing (competing in contacts to make contacts) Keeping logs with the vital statistics, including time (in UTC or World Time), frequency, and call sign Written by Ward Silver, an electrical engineer, Certified Amateur Radio License Examiner, and columnist for QST, a monthly magazine for ham operators, Ham Radio for Dummies gives you the info you need to delve into the science or dive into the conversation. It explains how you can: Tune in to the most common types of signals, including Morse Code (CW), single-sideband (SSB), FM, Radioteletype (RTTY), and data signals Break in, introduce yourself, converse, and say or signal goodbye Communicate while traveling (ham radio goes where mobile phones go dead) Register with an emergency organization such as ARES and RACES Help in emergencies such as earthquakes, wildfires, or severe weather Pursue your special interests, including contacting distant stations, participating in contests, exploring the digital modes, using satellites, transmitting images, and more Complete with a glossary and ten pages of additional suggested resources, Ham Radio for Dummies encourages you to touch that dial and take that mike. CUL. (That’s Morse Code for “see you later.”)
Download or read book Creating an Interoperable Public Safety Network written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce. Subcommittee on Communications and Technology and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Progress Through Struggle written by Henry R. Leggette and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2024-06-22 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Progress through Struggle In this story, Progress through Struggle has been an important part of my life. I moved from mule and tractor plowing on my daddy's farm to repairing the control equipment used by air traffic controllers to control aircraft over my daddy's fields. This was accomplished by prayers and believing and loving God! This is the power in prayer! This book is written about an African American man that was supposed to become a cotton and corn farmer. The main part of the story was to demonstrate how the young man did not allow cotton farming, cutting pulp wood and logs, and other things with low-paying jobs stop him. At the time of my boyhood, these were going things in Kemper and Lauderdale counties. I was one that slipped through the crack! Progress through Struggle started long before I was born with my great-grandparents, grandparents, and parents. You will see my grandparents struggle to make ends meet and then almost fail. I will discuss in this book how I got started and struggled as my great-grandparents, grandparents, and my parents and I was determined not to fail. As I started my electronics career in the US Army Signal Corps, I prayed and studied. I didn't want to fail, and to keep from failing, I studied much harder! You will see several times I attempted to learn something and was turned down or said it was not true information. It was much segregation occurring in the late '40s, '50s, and '60s. I was not going to allow that change my course of action. As I was getting older and out of high school, I was turned down many times. After obtaining a job out of high school, I was not allowed to train in a job of the highest pay. That didn't change my mind because God will get me in the right place at the right time. After getting in the US Army Signal Corps was an assignment from God! The US Army was the beginning of my electronics training and career. After receiving the electronics job, I became well qualified because I studied to pass the licenses. After my first electronics job, I was ready to move on because I had master skills within the job. On the second electronics job and after learning it, I was ready to move on after mastering the skills. These jobs were not top-of-the-line electronics analysis or an in-depth level. After receiving an electronics job with FAA, it was a challenge! No, I will not fail because of a challenge, and I studied more, more to pass the courses required. I noticed I am sitting beside electronics technicians and electronics engineers with more experience than me. This required me to study harder because I was doing as well as them and sometimes better, and I was an African American man. I felt some of the FAA managers thought the Africans American would fail. I determined this would never happen in my case! The word was out on me as once I was assigned to courses, I start studying before I depart Memphis for the FAA Aeronautical Academy. Failure was not in my DNA, and I knew the solution was study and more study. I completed 162 weeks of electronics equipment and analysis courses at the FAA Aeronautical Academy. Yes, I believe God was in the plan! Yes! John 3:16! Progress through Struggle became my book title because of the video I saw Christ carrying his cross to where he would be hung and nailed to it. This is why I wanted the word struggle in my title because I did most of my career. I chose the title Progress through Struggle. Read about how my complete career was nothing except Progress through Struggle!
Download or read book Australian Ham Radio Handbook written by Peter Parker (Writer on radios) and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Remote Operating for Amateur Radio written by Steve Ford and published by American Radio Relay League (ARRL). This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Guides you through the process of establishing your own internet-controlled station...You'll find station diagrams, software tips and much more...your guide to getting back on the air with the station of your dreams--even if you life in an apartment"--P. [4] of cover.
