Ham Radio For Dummies

Description

Your how-to guide to become a hamHam radio, or amateur radio, is a way to talk
with people around the world in real-time, or to send email without any sort
of internet connection. It provides a way to keep in touch with friends and
family, whether they are across town or across the country. It is also a very
important emergency communication system. When cell phones, landlines, the
internet, and other systems are down or overloaded, Amateur Radio still gets
the message through. Radio amateurs, often called “hams,” enjoy radio
technology as a hobby, but are often called upon to provide vital service when
regular communications systems fail.Ham Radio For Dummies is your guide to
everything there is to know about ham radio. Plus, this updated edition
provides new and additional information on digital mode operating, as well as
use of amateur radio in student science and new operating events. • Set up
your radio station• Design your ham shack• Provide support in emergencies and
communicate with other hams• Study for the licensing exam and choose your call
sign If you’re looking to join a college radio club or just want to learn the
latest tips and tricks, this book is a helpful reference guide to beginners,
or those who have been “hams” for years. Read more

Features:

Product Details:

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ For Dummies; 3rd edition (March 27, 2018)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1119454840
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 47
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.34 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.4 x 1.1 x 9.1 inches
• Best Sellers Rank: #823,757 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #301 in Radio Operation #343 in Radio Communications #4,758 in Study Guides (Books)
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