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ham radio
Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, is the use of radio frequency spectrum for purposes of non-commercial exchange of messages, wireless experimentation, self-training, private recreation, radiosport, contesting, and emergency communication. The term "amateur" is used to specify "a duly authorised person interested in radioelectric practice with a purely personal aim and without pecuniary interest;" (either direct monetary or other similar reward) and to differentiate it from commercial broadcasting, public safety (such as police and fire), or professional two-way radio services (such as maritime, aviation, taxis, etc.).
The amateur radio service (amateur service and amateur-satellite service) is established by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) through the Radio Regulations. National governments regulate technical and operational characteristics of transmissions and issue individual station licenses with a unique identifying call sign, which must be used in all transmissions. Amateur operators must hold an amateur radio license which is obtained by passing a government test demonstrating adequate technical radio knowledge and legal knowledge of the host government's radio regulations.
Radio amateurs are limited to the use of small frequency bands, the amateur radio bands, allocated throughout the radio spectrum, but within these bands are allowed to transmit on any frequency using a variety of voice, text, image, and data communications modes. This enables communication across a city, region, country, continent, the world, or even into space. In many countries, amateur radio operators may also send, receive, or relay radio communications between computers or transceivers connected to secure virtual private networks on the Internet.
Amateur radio is officially represented and coordinated by the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU), which is organized in three regions and has as its members the national amateur radio societies which exist in most countries. According to an estimate made in 2011 by the American Radio Relay League, two million people throughout the world are regularly involved with amateur radio. About 830,000 amateur radio stations are located in IARU Region 2 (the Americas) followed by IARU Region 3 (South and East Asia and the Pacific Ocean) with about 750,000 stations. A significantly smaller number, about 400,000, are located in IARU Region 1 (Europe, Middle East, CIS, Africa).
If got a couple Beofeng handhelds...... recently paid for online testing prep course and test when I’m ready, but still turn em on in garage to listen every once in a while.
I’ve heard one conversation really. Most just scan around until the weather again.
Puget sound area.... I’m I in a low...
Hey y’all, so I pulled the trigger on a Baofeng UV-5R+Plus. I honestly had no intention of really using it beyond “incase of emergency” but I’ve been ONLY listing to some ham channels and have been really intrigued with the capabilities of it, as well as getting in touch with like minded folk...
The radio:
Baofeng DM-1701 dual band VHF/UHF radio with DMR
Brushbeater discusses the DM-1701 on his blog:
https://brushbeater.org/2020/11/30/a-quick-start-guide-to-the-baofeng-dm-1701/
I had three of these in a couple of my vehicles and then one that I used for a "base"station. Two of them are now sold and gone. I found this one in a file drawer! Anyway, these have a 35 watt output and will easily work all the repeaters in the greater Portland Metro area. 10 memory channels...
Is there any value in a used HAM radio antenna/tower?
Reason is a friend of mine stumbled on one (set up) where the owner is offering free providing the recipient remove it and guess who he wants to help him?
According to him this thing is like a 150' tall and he seems to think there is some...
Excellent condition (pretty much like new) Yaesu ft-60r HT. Comes with all accessories in pic. Never used hand mic, Diamond antenna, car charger and USB programming cable. Also included is a nifty reference booklet. Box w/all paperwork and charger. Local pickup, no trades and cash only. Look up...
I am offering a Yaesu F-990DC HF ham radio. This is in good condition and fully operational. Full 100 watts output as shown on the watt meter on my dummy load. This sale includes, radio, hand mic, matching Yaesu speaker with aftermarket Timewave DSP, user and service manuals and a Yeasu power...
I’m in the market for my first one. Want one to be prepared fir the worst case scenario. What are the best brands and models for my $300 budget? Like to get my license after buying one. Thank you.
I have a baofeng radio and I want to program it to some local channels. Where can I find a list of local channels for the Longview Kelso and Vancouver/ Portland areas? And what channels should I program to? NOAA? Police blotter stations? No I dont have my ham radio license yet, this is just for...
Cobra 29LTD CB Classic, 4 watts
Like New with manual. External speaker and PA connections.
Highly regarded in function and quality.
with small antenna, fuse wires, Cobra Microphone, and swing mounting bracket.
Very useful to see if you need to get of the bumper to bumper freeway listening to...
Ham radio; Atlas 210X
12-14 volts
Very good condition
Original manual, Schematic, 120V to 12V power supply, Magnetic base Antenna for on the road, Microphone.
You are not SHTF ready without one.
$200.00
This was a gift. I've never worn it, or even tried it on. It's been hanging in my closet, forgotten, for years. I was going to throw it away, but thought someone else might like to have it.
Adult XL, cotton/polyester T-shirt from the 1995 Dayton Hamvention.
Free. PM if you're interested...
FCC Cites Baofeng Importer for Illegally Marketing Unauthorized RF Devices
snippet:
The FCC has issued a Citation and Order (Citation) to Amcrest Industries, LLC (formerly Foscam Digital Technologies, LLC), an importer and marketer of popular and inexpensive Baofeng hand-held transceivers...
I have a like new Icom T70 ham radio, does dual band, only turned it on a couple times. Looking to sell or trade. I have the box, charger, and paperwork.
Paid $229, asking $175obo
Open to trades.
Any actual Ham Radio "mechanics" in the fold or somebody who knows one??
Looking to convert a Icom to Part 90 Commercial...
I'v been told 2 diodes make the difference...
Communications Interoperability Training with Amateur Radio Community Set | AMRRON
Again this year, a military station on the east coast and the Fort Huachuca, Arizona, HF station will conduct a high-power broadcast on 60-meter channel 1 (5330.5 kHz) on Saturday from 0300 to 0315 UTC. New this...