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 Getting Started with CHIRP Radio Programming written by Allan Hall and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-02 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amateur, or ham radios, have become increasingly capable over the years, adding features that once were not even dreamed of. This is especially true of handheld radios that can now easily reach the other side of the world with ease using newer digital protocols.Unfortunately this has led to the radios being increasingly hard to program. What used to take a couple of minutes to set the frequency, offset, and tone for a couple of local repeaters has turned into something that can take hours of frustration to get anywhere.Today, the vast majority of popular handheld radios can be programmed using the open-source and freely available software called CHIRP. This too has a downside, it has no documentation to speak of.While CHIRP is fairly straight forward and easy to use once you know what you are doing, it can be daunting for the new radio operator who doesn't understand the terms or even the basics of radio communications.That's where Getting Started with CHIRP Radio Programming comes in, guiding you from start to finish to getting your radio up and running fast and easy.Whether you are running Windows, MacOS, or even Linux, this guide walks you through the installation of the software and then covers every menu option in the software.You are introduced to a programming cable used to connect your computer to your radio, and even shown step-by-step how to make your own! While cables may vary from radio to radio, the idea will remain the same making sure you can create a custom cable for any radio you choose.After that, you go on a tour of every programming option available using the most popular handheld radio today, the Baofeng UV-5R, as an example radio. Comparisons in sections to other radios with more complex features makes sure you know what you might run into regardless of which radio you might want to program.Then the book rounds out your education with a section on getting help when things don't work as they should and a nice glossary of terms for amateur radio.So what are you waiting for? Grab your copy and become a CHIRP radio programming guru TODAY!

Download or read book Advanced Baofeng UV 5R written by Allan Hall and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-28 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to explore all that your radio can do? Enjoy doing things yourself instead of buying pre-made solutions? Like to tinker and disassemble things? Then this is the book for you!You won't find instructions on how to turn your radio on, or do simple programming from the keypad. You will, however, find out how to use some of the more advanced features the radio can do and how to program those advanced features using the freely available CHIRP programming software, the manufacturer's programming software, and RT Systems programming software.This book also covers how to completely disassemble your radio, and how to fix some shortcomings while you are in there.Want to fix that squelch that doesn't seem to work? Check! How about the poor transmit audio? Check! Want to build your own cables for programming, APRS, and repeater operation? Check, check, and check! When you are done with the basics and want more, this is the book you want. Pick up your copy today and start having some real fun!

Download or read book D Star for Beginners written by Brian Schell and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-03-26 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Practical, What-You-Need-to-Know Guide to Getting on D-Star D-Star is a powerful system for linking the worlds of amateur radio and the Internet. You can link your handheld radio to repeaters, individuals, or reflectors located anywhere in the world, quickly and easily. And because it's all digital, you get crystal clear, digital sound. The book covers the setup and use of three different D-Star hardware configurations: DV-Dongle: A small device that lets you access the entire D-Star network from your computer. No radio is required. Icom IC-92AD Radio: A small handheld radio that is very common. The setup for most Icom radios is very similar to this, so if you have another Icom, it's easy to adapt these instructions. Icom IC-ID5100A Radio: Icom's newest (as of this writing) Mobile D-Star radio. With touchscreen input, GPS, and a repeater/reflector database, this radio is a completely new way to program your radio. DVAP: A device that combines the other two methods. Use your handheld radio to transmit to a small device on your computer that encodes your digital radio signal and transmits it through the Internet. Inside you'll find step-by-step tutorials on how use your radio or dongle to: Use RT System's programming software to program the IC-92AD radio (CHIRP is similar) Use the included software and tools to program the ID5100A Radio Connect with the optional D-RATS software to send files and text messages through a computer interface Connect to local D-Star Repeaters Connect to Reflectors Link to distant repeaters Link to individuals without knowing their location Use various online tools to find frequencies, command strings, Nets, and more! New in this Second Edition, Updated for 2015, you'll find: A chapter for Icom's new IC-ID5100A radio, which touch-screen programming and an internal repeater database. D-Star has never been easier! All the other chapters have been revised and expanded upon. Also new is an updated list of current reflectors, modules, and their uses. This short book gives you a simple step-by-step walkthrough of all the options to set up your D-Star station using dozens of screenshots and examples. The whole process is detailed, from registering your call sign with the D-Star network to installing the DVAP or DV-Dongle software on your PC or Mac and making your first calls to individuals, ham repeaters, or reflectors.

Download or read book D Star for Beginners 2014 written by Brian Schell and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-04-29 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Practical, What-You-Need-to-Know Guide to Getting on D-StarD-Star is a powerful system for linking the worlds of amateur radio and the Internet. You can link your handheld radio to repeaters, individuals, or reflectors located anywhere in the world, quickly and easily. And because it's all digital, you get crystal clear, digital sound.The book covers the setup and use of three different D-Star hardware configurations: DV-Dongle: A small device that lets you access the entire D-Star network from your computer. No radio is required. Icom IC-92AD Radio: A small handheld radio that is very common. The setup for most Icom radios is very similar to this, so if you have another Icom, it's easy to adapt these instructions. DVAP: A device that combines the other two methods. Use your handheld radio to transmit to a small device on your computer that encodes your digital radio signal and transmits it through the Internet. Inside you'll find step-by-step tutorials on how use your radio or dongle to: Use RT System's programming software to program the radio (CHIRP is similar) Connect to D-Star Reflectors Link to distant repeaters Link to individuals without knowing their location Use various online tools to find frequencies, command strings, Nets, and more! This short book gives you a simple step-by-step walkthrough of all the options to set up your D-Star station using dozens of screenshots and many examples. The whole process is detailed, from registering your call sign with the D-Star network to installing the DVAP or DV-Dongle software on your PC or Mac and making your first calls to individuals, ham repeaters, or reflectors.

Download or read book Ham Radio For Dummies written by H. Ward Silver and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-03-17 with total page 448 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 Handheld Radio Field Guide written by Andrew Cornwall and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-31 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's happened to everyone who's been in ham radio for a while: you're at an event, class or exercise and a handheld radio's not programmed right. Maybe you're having trouble with your HT, or more likely a new ham has come up to you and said, "I can't figure out what's wrong." This guide's plain language and clear pictures show you how to set up a radio using the radio keypad alone - without programming cables or additional software. For over 85 radios, you'll get instructions to: Set frequency Set repeater offset and direction Set squelch tones Set power levels Write to a memory Select a memory Lock and unlock the radio Adjust volume and squelch Reset the radio to defaults Resolve common problems If you deal with different kinds of handheld ham radios, you need this book!

Download or read book Baofeng Radio Basics for Beginners written by Martin Soto and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When my marriage started falling apart, I found solace in the world of amateur radio. It became more than a hobby; it was a lifeline, a way to connect with others and rediscover a sense of purpose. Through step-by-step instructions, practical exercises, and insider tips, I share my personal journey and the incredible empowerment that comes with mastering your Baofeng radio. Discover the thrill of crystal-clear transmissions, master the art of programming with CHIRP, and connect with vibrant amateur radio communities worldwide. Whether you're a beginner eager to get started or an experienced operator looking to refine your skills, this book offers valuable insights and actionable advice tailored to your needs. Join the ranks of radio enthusiasts who know that communication is more than just a hobby-it's a gateway to a world of endless possibilities. Ready to turn static into conversations? "Baofeng Radio Basics for Beginners" is your essential companion for mastering the airwaves and becoming a skilled radio operator. Start your journey today!

Download or read book Baofeng Radio Bible written by Lester Viens and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the power of Baofeng radios for emergency communication with this comprehensive guide. Whether you're a novice or an experienced user, this book is your go-to resource for programming and operating Baofeng radios effectively in emergency situations. Inside, you'll find step-by-step instructions, detailed tutorials, and valuable insights to help you maximize the functionality of your Baofeng radio. From programming basics to advanced techniques, this book covers everything you need to know to stay connected and informed during emergencies. Discover the evolution of Baofeng radios, explore key features and models, and learn how to choose the right radio for your needs. Dive into programming techniques, including manual programming and using CHIRP software, and master frequency selection, memory channel allocation, and repeater programming. Explore operating modes, menu functions, and settings adjustments to optimize your Baofeng radio performance. Learn how to transmit and receive messages, monitor channels, and utilize hands-free communication features like VOX and headsets. Gain insights into safety precautions, proper radio etiquette, and maximizing battery life for extended use in emergencies. This book also delves into advanced techniques such as understanding radio waves and propagation, integrating Baofeng radios into emergency preparedness plans, and exploring future trends and developments in radio communication technology. With clear explanations, detailed illustrations, and practical tips, this book empowers you to become a confident and proficient Baofeng radio operator. Whether you're a prepper, outdoor enthusiast, emergency responder, or amateur radio operator, this guide is an indispensable resource for enhancing your emergency communication capabilities. Benefits of this book: Comprehensive guide to programming and operating Baofeng radios for emergency communication. Step-by-step instructions and detailed tutorials for novice and experienced users. Covers programming basics, advanced techniques, and future trends in radio communication. Valuable insights into choosing the right Baofeng radio model, programming frequencies, and optimizing radio settings. Practical tips for maximizing battery life, troubleshooting common issues, and ensuring safety during radio operation. Includes troubleshooting guides, and legal/regulatory resources. Perfect for preppers, outdoor enthusiasts, emergency responders, and amateur radio operators. Empowers readers to stay connected and informed during emergencies with confidence and proficiency. Don't let emergencies catch you off guard. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to effectively use Baofeng radios for emergency communication. Get your copy of the Baofeng Radio Guide today and be prepared for whatever comes your way. CLICK ON THE BUY NOW BUTTON AND GRAB YOUR COPY RIGHT AWAY

Download or read book Baofeng Uv 5r written by Willie M Scott and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-09 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Want to Know How to Program and Get the Best Out of Your Baofeng UV-5R Like a Pro? If yes, this book will help you get the best out of your radio device... ...guaranteed. The Baofeng UV-5R is arguably one of the best-selling radios of all time, but it has one big complication - the manual. If: you just bought or have a UV-5R and are struggling to get enough information from the manual OR you've got your HAM radio license and have not done much OR you bought a Baofeng and still could not figure it out completely, this book will get you up and running fast and easy whether you are planning to use it as nothing more than a walkie-talkie for commercial purposes, or as a HAM operator. This Is a Preview of What You Will Learn: Get to know the controls, commands, keys, and display of your device Basic operations of the radio The menu options and using shortcuts effectively Dual Watch function Manual Programming of the radio Programming memories and channels Programming both simplex and repeater frequencies from the front keypad Using computer software to program repeaters And Much more! This guide is written to make the best out of your radio device. Don't struggle to figure out your radio! Grab a copy of this book and spend your time enjoying your new hobby, not fighting with it. Scroll up and click the BUY NOW button to get started!

Download or read book Surviving the Grand Solar Minimum written by Dennis DeLaurier and published by Dennis DeLaurier. This book was released on 2024-03-24 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome Be Prepared – Boy Scouts Things will always work out even when they don’t! - Author Hello and welcome to the Grand Solar Minimum. While you may be wondering just what a Grand Solar Minimum is, you may not know that you are living in it now. According to John Casey, a NASA Space Shuttle Engineer, it started in 20019. While you may not have been shoveling 40-foot drifts of snow at your location, things will pick up at the end of the 2024 - 2025 winter. You may or may not know that the sun goes through a cycle every 11 or so years. The sun also goes through other cycles of around 200, 400, and even 3600 years. During these cycles, sunspot activity decreases and at the end of the cycle starts creating sunspots again. The number of sunspots during a cycle can be correlated to the activity of the sun and the amount of energy (solar irradiance or SI) directed toward the Earth. The weaker the cycle (fewer sunspots) the colder the earth seems to get during these periods. While this book is about surviving the (Super) Grand Solar Minimum and things like food loss, breakdown of society, and bitter cold it is important to understand what is happening and the causes. If someone on the street yelled out "The world is ending", you would probably just laugh and go on your way. I can understand that you may be skeptical at this point. I certainly was until I looked at the information and data. This book will cover what the data and cycles look like and why George Washington took his army across the frozen Delaware River to attack the British. If it's winter and you check that river now you will note that it is not frozen at all. But why?

Download or read book Prepper s Communication Handbook written by Jim Cobb and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-03-15 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate guide to acquiring, assembling and utilizing life-saving emergency communication systems. When disaster strikes, your calls, texts and emails may not work. After 9/11, Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Sandy, cell phones were rendered useless when transmission towers were destroyed, and networks became overloaded. Having an alternative way to reach family and loved ones at these critical moments is essential. With Prepper's Communication Handbook, you learn the best tips, tricks and expert secrets for surviving when phones and the Internet fail. Exploring the best options for every disaster scenario, this hands-on guide features in-depth coverage on a wide variety of lifesaving emergency communication systems, including: * Satellite Radio * Shortwave * NOAA Receiver * GMRS and FRS Radios * Citizen’s Band * Ham Radio * Radio Scanners * MURS Radio If you’re looking for a “take you by the hand” approach to learning how to set up a ham rig, look elsewhere. The focus here is on providing an overview of all the different communication tools out there, allowing you to decide for yourself which ones are best suited for your needs, situation, and experience level. After discussing the various communication tools available, the focus turns to improving communication skills, such as conflict resolution and interpreting body language. Without these skills, tools are all but useless. With Prepper’s Communication Handbook, you will find all the basic skills you need to prepare to stay connected when the grid goes down.

Download or read book Advanced Baofeng BF F8HP written by Allan Hall and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-26 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to explore all that your radio can do? Enjoy doing things yourself instead of buying pre-made solutions? Like to tinker and disassemble things? Then this is the book for you!You won't find instructions on how to turn your radio on, or do simple programming from the keypad. You will, however, find out how to use some of the more advanced features the radio can do and how to program those advanced features using the freely available CHIRP programming software, the manufacturer's programming software, and RT Systems programming software.This book also covers how to completely disassemble your radio, and how to fix some shortcomings while you are in there.Want to fix that squelch that doesn't seem to work? Check! How about the poor transmit audio? Check! Want to build your own cables for programming, APRS, and repeater operation? Check, check, and check! When you are done with the basics and want more, this is the book you want. Pick up your copy today and start having some real fun!

Download or read book Handheld Radio Field Guide written by Andrew Cornwall and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-24 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Raspberry Pi for Radio Amateurs written by Ibrahim Dogan and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-09 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Microcontroller Projects for Amateur Radio written by Jack Jay Purdum and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Microcontroller Projects for Amateur Radio not only provides all the information you'll need to build projects using Arduino, STM32 ("Blue Pill"), ESP32, and Teensy 4.0 microcontrollers, it teaches you how to create the software that makes them function. Even if you don't know the first thing about the C or C++ programming languages, this book will give you a gentle introduction"--Back cover.

Download or read book Arduino Projects for Amateur Radio written by Dennis Kidder and published by McGraw-Hill Education TAB. This book was released on 2014-12-03 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BOOST YOUR HAM RADIO'S CAPABILITIES USING LOW-COST ARDUINO MICROCONTROLLER BOARDS! Do you want to increase the functionality and value of your ham radio without spending a lot of money? This book will show you how! Arduino Projects for Amateur Radio is filled with step-by-step microcontroller projects you can accomplish on your own--no programming experience necessary. After getting you set up on an Arduino board, veteran ham radio operators Jack Purdum (W8TEE) and Dennis Kidder (W6DQ) start with a simple LCD display and move up to projects that can add hundreds of dollars' worth of upgrades to existing equipment. This practical guide provides detailed instructions, helpful diagrams, lists of low-cost parts and suppliers, and hardware and software tips that make building your own equipment even more enjoyable. Downloadable code for all of the projects in the book is also available. Do-it-yourself projects include: LCD shield Station timer General purpose panel meter Dummy load and watt meter CW automatic keyer Morse code decoder PS2 keyboard CW encoder Universal relay shield Flexible sequencer Rotator controller Directional watt and SWR meter Simple frequency counter DDS VFO Portable solar power source