May 30, 2010
- Ham radio repeaters in the area of the Buffalo River in Arkansas?
Dustin F asked: Anyone know of any reliable VHF repeaters in this area? I am planning a trip in the area soon and am looking for a good way to maintain communications in case of an emergency.
May 20, 2010
- Can a Ham Radio G5RV antenna be mounter to an alluminum mast?
Rick asked: I have a G5RV mounted on fiberglass mast poles at present. I need to increase the height of the antenna but cannot because the poles are two flexible. I am considering using more sturdy aluminum in order to get the height but am concerned about RF or the metal degrading the performance. Can [...]
May 12, 2010
- How do I get started with ham radio?
Ross asked: Also what do I need to know to operate and maintain one? Where do I get started? Do I need license to operate one?
May 11, 2010
- Can I pick/change the Frequency on a handheld ham radio?
derrickballa123 asked: I work for search and rescue and they do not have a radio to supply for everyone. I was wondering if I could put there frequency into my handheld ham radio and use it to communicate with them.
April 17, 2010
- How do you send data on a ham radio?
hardwarecompugeek asked: I would like to be able to transmit a signal from my wireless router to a ham radio, so that I can use a transceiver and other WLAN equipment so that I can access my home Internet connection from anywhere. (I don’t need to know what I need as far as radio equip, [...]
April 6, 2010
- Is it possable to turn on a touch lamp with a Ham radio?
2W615 asked: My neighbor is telling me that Im turning on their touch lamps in their home when I operate my ham radio gear, I know Its probably posable if I was close to the frequencey that the lights operat on but Im only running on the 10 meter bands, wich is only 28Mhz area.
March 31, 2010
- Does anyone know of any decent priced high quality ham radio transceivers?
Nancy W asked: I am just getting into ham radio and I am hoping to get my general class license soon. I am aiming to get an HF transceiver that is priced low (under $800), but is also good quality. If possible VHF/UHF capabilities would be appreciated but not necessary. My top two preferred brands [...]
March 25, 2010
- How can I find out how much my ham radio is worth?
Elnora A asked: I have an older ham radio. The model is a Collins KWA-2 plus all the additional equipment minus the large outdoor antenna. Someone has made an offer on it and I don’t know if I should accept it. Thank you in advance!
March 24, 2010
- What are the best books to use to study for a ham radio (technicain) test ?
Miku asked: Also if there is any other books that would help me with ham radio please tell me
- What is the difference between a HAM Radio and a CB Radio?
Anonymous™ asked: What is the difference between an Amateur Radio (HAM Radio) and a CB Radio?
March 7, 2010
- Does anyone have any Ham Radio tips?
Nancy W asked: I just recently got my ham radio license,and I was wondering if any of you other amatuer operaters out there have any tips you could share with me involving transmitting and receiveng. Also, how can see which actual frequency I am on? I have a Yaesu Vx-3r.
February 21, 2010
- How does a ham radio work ?
chocobabu asked: i need to make a project on how a ham radio works. i need the basic information on its working and ints components which is easy to understand and yet complete. please help ..
February 4, 2010
- How can I stop a cb/ham/something radio transmission from coming through my speakers?
Aslana asked: OK, sound odds, I know but it’s true. For months we’ve, and by we I mean my husband, friends, Mom, everyone, have been hearing “Hamburger Man”** through my home lan line phone, answering machine, computer speakers and stereo speakers. It’s as though he is having a conversation, like on a CB or Ham [...]
January 11, 2010
- How To Pick up ham radio signals on a band scanner?
awilliamsburgchristmas asked: I have a Air and water radio band scanner. I want to be able to listen in to a certain HAM radio frequency. I know the scanner can get that freq. Because it gioes their with out a error. So will the scanner pickup HAM signals? Is their a freq. that people hang [...]
December 22, 2009
- what does a ham radio emergency response kit have in it?
ems82494 asked: Im trying to become a ham radio operator and I keep hearing of a emergency responce kit just wonderig what was in it.
December 3, 2009
- Does everyone know that you no longer need to learn Morse code to get a ham radio license?
maweiler29 asked: Feb 23rd The FCC did away with the requirements for all ham radio to include Morse code. I know in the ham community this is a problem especially with older hams that have earned 20 WPM code speeds….what you all think I personally am happy Code was dropped and anyone who says now [...]
November 19, 2009
- ive never had any kind of 2-way radio but want to start, would it be better to get a CB or ham radio?
Quinton asked: and what would i need to get a good start for both CB and ham radio? i have no experience, so please dont exclude anything thanks in advance
November 16, 2009
- How long does it take to get a callsign with the FCC after I pass the HAM radio test?
a b asked: I took the test and passed over a week ago. I really want to start using my HAM Radio. How long does it take to a callsign with the FCC after I pass the HAM radio test.
November 14, 2009
- Honey Baked Ham Radio Commercial?
Amy asked: Does anyone know where I can hear the honey-baked ham radio commercial online? It’s hilarious!
November 11, 2009
- What is the difference between short wave and ham radio?
H asked: i’m buying a radio for my husband and need to know what the difference between short wave and ham radio?