Rag-chewing: Enjoying Casual Conversations in Ham Radio
Discover the art of ragchewing & revel in the warmth of engaging, friendly discussions over the amateur radio waves. Dive into a socializing hobby!
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Understanding CTCSS/DCS: Tone Squelch and Privacy Codes Guide
Understanding CTCSS, DCS, and tone squelch will improve your amateur radio operating skills.Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) and Digital-Coded Squelch (DCS) are two technologies commonly used to achieve this goal.…
Amateur Radio Moonbounce: Exploring Space Communications
Discover the thrill of amateur radio moonbounce, a unique method of communication that harnesses the moon to relay signals across the globe.
Understanding APRS: Setup, Frequencies, and Messaging Guide
Understanding APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) opens the door to real-time digital communication over amateur radio. APRS allows operators to transmit location data, messages, weather information, and telemetry using radio…
Amateur Radio Emergency Communication: Hams Volunteer
Amateur Radio Emergency Communication is there when disaster strikes and conventional communication systems falter. The amateur radio operators emerge as unsung heroes, providing a crucial lifeline for emergency communication. Amateur…
Amateur Radio Contests Tips: Strategies for Success
Amateur Radio Contests tips for new and experienced operators who wish to improve their skills. Ham radio contests stand as exhilarating showcases of skill, strategy, and camaraderie within the amateur…
Daisy Chain Ground: Don’t Do It!
Daisy Chain Ground, also known as a serial ground, involves connecting multiple devices or components in a chain-like fashion through a grounding conductor. It may seem like a convenient way…
Amateur Radio Grounding: Why is it Important
Amateur radio grounding serves as a fundamental principle that ensures safe and effective operation of radio equipment. Grounding involves the connection of electrical devices to the Earth’s surface through conductive…
Understanding Propagation: How Weather Affects Radio Waves
What Is Radio Propagation? Understanding propagation describes how radio waves travel through the atmosphere from a transmitting antenna to a receiving antenna. As signals move through the air, they bend,…
Fascinating World of DXing: Chasing Distant Contacts
The fascinating World of DXing always excited me, making a contact with a new country is highly addictive. Its this hobby that captivates enthusiasts worldwide with its endless possibilities for…