Editorial Reviews
From the Inside Flap
Ham it up with this handy how-to guide
Welcome to the “ham” club! A classic pastime that has captured hearts and minds for generations, amateur radio is a great way to connect with people around the world. And it’s one of our most important communications systems, too. Ham Radio For Dummies will help you get started in the ham community, operating your own radio station. Plus, you’ll have the latest tips and trends at your fingertips. This is a perfect reference for both established hams and those new to the fun of amateur radio!
Inside. . .
- Connect with other hams
- Explore tools and test instruments used by hams
- Obtain your license and call sign
- Use computers and digital ham radio
- Provide emergency communication
- Determine your operating specialty
- Interpret ham radio jargon
From the Back Cover
Ham it up with this handy how-to guide
Welcome to the “ham” club! A classic pastime that has captured hearts and minds for generations, amateur radio is a great way to connect with people around the world. And it’s one of our most important communications systems, too. Ham Radio For Dummies will help you get started in the ham community, operating your own radio station. Plus, you’ll have the latest tips and trends at your fingertips. This is a perfect reference for both established hams and those new to the fun of amateur radio!
Inside. . .
- Connect with other hams
- Explore tools and test instruments used by hams
- Obtain your license and call sign
- Use computers and digital ham radio
- Provide emergency communication
- Determine your operating specialty
- Interpret ham radio jargon
About the Author
Ward Silver, NØAX, has been a ham since 1972 when he earned his Novice license. Ward is the lead editor for the ARRL Radio Handbook and the ARRL Antenna Book. He is the author of the ARRL License Manuals and several other books on ham radio topics.
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