Amateur Radio

Unlock the timeless world of Morse code and continuous wave (CW) communication with your new guide, Crafting Your Own CW Station. This comprehensive book is your ultimate roadmap to mastering the art and technology behind CW in amateur radio. Dive into the rich history that has roots in the earliest days of radio and understand why CW remains a cherished skill among radio enthusiasts. You'll embark on an enlightening journey exploring the essential tools of the trade—from classic Morse code keys and sophisticated paddles to cutting-edge software decoders that connect tradition with modern...

Discover a world beyond borders with "The Art of DXing", the ultimate guide for radio enthusiasts eager to master the thrilling craft of long-distance communication. Dive into a rich history and uncover the scientific marvels that make DXing a fascinating pursuit. Each chapter offers a treasure trove of insights that guide you from a curious beginner to a seasoned expert in the art of capturing elusive signals. Begin your journey with an exploration of radio wave propagation, where the mysteries of the ionosphere and atmospheric effects unravel. Learn to harness the evolutionary leap in ...

Embark on a journey that defies gravity and transcends the final frontier! "Hertz to Heaven" is an electrifying foray into the enthralling world of satellites, amateur radio, and their pivotal roles in the evolution of global communication. This guide serves as an indispensable companion for enthusiasts who are eager to explore the skies through the magic of radio frequencies. From the first chapter, "The Dawn of Satellite Communication," readers are catapulted back to the genesis of space talk, exploring our species' fascinating endeavors to connect across expanses of void. Travel through ...

Contesting can be exciting, fun, and a great way to accelerate your learning process. This guide shall equip you with the requisite knowledge you need to participate in ham radio contests with skill and confidence. After learning the different types of contests, how they work and their rules, the software and hardware to use, you will start building up your QSO count and adding interesting DX contacts to your list of contacts.

Unlock the fascinating world of amateur radio with Voices Across the Airwaves, your ultimate guide to everything HAM radio! This captivating eBook takes you on a journey from the birth of amateur radio to its role in modern society, offering insight for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts. Begin with the enthralling history of HAM radio, as pioneers transformed early communication breakthroughs into a worldwide phenomenon. Delve into the foundational principles of radio technology and discover how radio waves, essential components, and the electromagnetic spectrum have shaped ...

Unlock the secrets of the universe with Listening to the Cosmos, the ultimate guide for budding astronomers and curious minds alike. This comprehensive eBook is your gateway to the fascinating world of radio astronomy, a field that delves into the invisible wonders of the cosmos using the power of radio waves. Begin your journey with an introduction to radio astronomy, demystifying the allure of the unseen universe. Learn the essentials of radio waves and explore how amateur radio astronomy has evolved into a captivating pursuit for enthusiasts worldwide. Dive into the workings of radio ...

Discover the electrifying world of HAM radio and its pivotal role in weather reporting with “Static and Storms” – your ultimate guide to mastering the skies through the power of amateur radio. Whether you’re a seasoned weather enthusiast or a budding storm spotter, this transformative read promises to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to unlock the mysteries of meteorological phenomena and to stand at the ready when severe weather strikes. Navigate the airwaves effortlessly as Chapter 1 takes you through an introductory journey into the critical role that HAM radio ...

Things have changed since I wrote the first edition of 'SDR' in 2016. This updated edition places more emphasis on the latest SDR and hybrid radios and introduces some new ideas, such as the design of the QDX transceiver from QRP Labs. All the basic theory remains the same. Some radios have disappeared and some new ones have joined the list. Everyone is talking about software defined radios. But is an SDR right for you? This book explains the basics without getting too technical. It will help you to get the most out of your new software defined radio or decide whether you want to buy one. ...

This book is a guide to the D-Star digital voice mode. It will help you to become familiar with the complex terminology used by the D-Star crowd, purchase and program a D-Star radio, and make your first few calls. It also includes sections on how to configure and use a D-Star hotspot, use a D-Star repeater, and access the reflectors. The book takes a practical approach, providing the information you need to get started with this exciting digital voice technology. Before you know it, you will be able to talk with amateur radio operators all over the world.

Haunted by the past, Henrietta throws herself into a new job transcribing other people’s life stories, vowing to stick to the facts and keep emotions at arm’s length. But when she meets the eccentric and terminally ill Annie, she finds herself inextricably drawn in. And when Annie reveals that her sister drowned in unexplained circumstances in 1974, Henrietta’s methodical mind can’t help following the story’s loose ends…

When radio reporter Carol Childs is called to a crime scene in the Hollywood Hills at five thirty in the morning, she’s convinced it must be a publicity stunt to promote a new movie. That is, until she sees the body hanging from the center of the Hollywood sign. The police are quick to rule it a suicide, but something doesn’t add up for Carol. Particularly after a mysterious caller named Mustang Sally confesses to the murder on the air and threatens to kill again. With the help of an incorrigible PI, her best friend, and a kooky psychic, Carol is drawn into the world of contract killers...

Bill Nighy stars as Charles Paris in this BBC Radio 4 full-cast adaptation of Simon Brett's comic crime novel An Amateur Corpse. Charles is out of work again, and to make matters worse his mother has come to stay and he's no way of escaping her. So when he's offered some voiceover work by old friend, Hugo, he's delighted to get out of the house. But Hugo's marriage is in trouble: his much younger wife, Ellie, spends all her time at her Amateur Dramatic Group, and Hugo is drinking too much.

Ham tests do not teach what you need to know to get on the air and operate. You’ve got your license, now what? How do you go about assembling the equipment you need? How do you make your first QSO? How to Get on HF - The Easy Way covers everything you need to know including equipment selection, shack design, antennas, amplifiers, mobile and remote operation, grounding, computers, logging programs, QSO and QSL etiquette, propagation, modes, operating tips and strategies, the DX Code of Conduct, awards, contests, learning CW and much more.Get on HF - The Easy Way!

**Embark on an Extraterrestrial Adventure with Reach for the Stars!** Unlock the mysteries of the skies with this comprehensive and captivating eBook: Reach for the Stars. This beginner-friendly guide will equip you with everything you need to know about amateur radio satellites and empower you to explore the fascinating world of satellite communication. It's your ticket to a thrilling new hobby that brings the cosmos to your fingertips! Packed with up-to-date information and practical tips, Reach for the Stars takes you on a step-by-step journey through the history, theory, and practice of...

When reporter Carol Childs is called to the scene of a body dump she has no idea she’s about to uncover a connection to a string of missing girls. Young, attractive women drawn to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood via an internet promise of stardom and romance have been disappearing. A judge’s daughter leaves behind a clue and a trip down Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame reveals a connection to a high powered real estate mogul and to a cartel targeting girls for human trafficking. Old Hollywood has its secrets, its impersonators and backdoor entrances to old speakeasies and clubs ...

Are you studying to get your UK amateur radio Foundation licence? This Foundation Study Guide from HamTrain is designed to help you pass your Foundation exam. Updated for 2025, the content for this guide comes from the popular Essex Ham Foundation Online course that has helped over 12,000 people study for their licence. The Foundation Study Guide is split into the main exam sections and covers the basics of amateur radio, transmitters and antennas, how radio signals can be sent around the world and how to set up an amateur radio station safely.

alk is cheap, but when this radio host takes action, she may pay the ultimate price. An outspoken, brash, native New Yorker, Sammy Greene isn't afraid to ruffle a few feathers at Ellsford University, her ultraconservative New England college. Host of "The Hot Line", a talk-radio show on campus station WELL, Sammy tackles the toughest, most controversial issues facing Ellsford's students. When Sammy discovers the body of Dr. Burton Conrad, one of Ellsford's most esteemed professors, her journalistic drive kicks in and she sets out to discover what happened to the beloved professor. But when ...

In a fit of anger, radio DJ Jaye Jordan blows a snowman’s head off with a Revolutionary War-style musket. But the corpse that tumbles out is all too human. Jaye thought life would be quieter when she left New York City and bought a tiny Vermont radio station. But now Edwin Anger — the ranting and raving radio talk-show host who Jaye recently fired — lies dead in the snow. And the Edwin Anger fans who protested his dismissal are sure she killed him.

You are one step away from understanding all you need to obtain your ham radio license if can make the decision to purchase this book. This ham guide gives you everything you need out of ham as a hobby - from basic hamming techniques to tips needed to get the best out of ham radio. The book takes you through all the tips you will need to pass your license exams and finally obtain your license.