Ham Radio For Dummies
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| Rating | : | 4.83 (907 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0764559877 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 384 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-03-01 |
| Language | : | English |
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It’s time we cleared the air about ham radio. 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. In an emergency or natural disaster, ham radio can replace downed traditional communication and save lives. 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 signalsBreak in, introduce yourself, converse, and say or signal goodbyeCommunicate while traveling (ham radio goes where mobile phones go dead)Register with an emergency organization such as ARES and RACESHelp in emergencies such as earthquakes, wildfires, or severe weatherPursue your special interests, including contacting distant stations, participating in contests, exploring the digital modes, using satellites, transmitting images, and moreComplete 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. If you think of it as staticky
From the Back CoverYou can be a lifesaver while you make new friendsFind out about ham radio, prepare for your license, and join the fun!Hams do cool things like talking to folks around the world and helping with communications during emergencies. And if you’re already licensed, this book will help you start sounding (and feeling) like a pro!The Dummies WayExplanations in plain English"Get in, get out" informationIcons and other navigational aidsTear-out cheat sheetTop ten listsA dash of humor and funDiscover how to:Understand ham jargonCommunicate on the airPrepare for the license examSet up a radio shackHelp in an emergency or natural disasterBe a ham on the go. If hamming it up sounds like fun, here’s the scoop, including licensing requirements and how to set up a station
Gary said You don't need to be a dummy to use it. great for the novice or even a beginner. Good reference for those that are already established in Ham and want to help a beginner or novice.. as advertised received way sooner than expected as advertised received way sooner than expected. Amazon Customer said Five Stars. great deal, helpful book.
. Ward Silver is an electrical engineer who’s been a licensed ham for 31 years. He is a contributing editor and columnist for QST, a monthly magazine for ham operators