Though not licensed, I repaired a Kenwood, HF, 6 meter, and 2 meter transceiver of the 1980s vintage. When the owner arrived, he wanted me to do an on air test. I could not do that without him because, as previously mentioned, I have no amateur radio license. I am merely a hobbyist. With the owner's permission for third party radio traffic, I went to 146.200Mhz LSB and called CQ. I expected no answer back. The owner was looking at a signal analyser while I transmitted. But I did get the characteristic buzzing of someone on sideband that was off frequency, or on the opposite sideband I was using. I tried calling CQ again and the second time I got a clear answer back! The operator let me change power levels and filtering while the owner of the radio kept checking the signal with his equipment attached to his laptop. The owner had me change modes to FM, AM, USB, and CW while he kept taking his readings. Generously, the other operator on the air stayed with us until the test was over and the owner of the old Kenwood radio signed off. The owner of the radio was happy, paid, and took his radio. It was really very, very interesting to have a 2 meter contact on LSB, USB, AM, FM, and CW, all in one hour, without a license! I achieved more as a techie and hobbyist than most licensed operators! The rest was conducted on an antenna I made from a coat hanger that I placed in a 3/8ths fine drive end with a set screw. I mounted the antenna where I had my scanner antenna on the roof. What fun and satisfaction! His old radio had been down for years.
I've watched Session one already. I am just now, at the age of 63, getting ready to get my Amateur Radio License. I've been a CBer(SSB) for many years and my radio experience includes 6 years in military aircraft ground communications and over 23 years as a 9-1-1 dispatcher. I've ordered my very first radio with Amateur Radio bands and anxious to get started. Thanks for all of the good information. I am taking notes like crazy.
CONGRATULATIONS! As a former 9-1-1 dispatcher, one of my challenges in moving to HAM was the use of phonetic alphabet ... Police/EMS "Adam" - "Bob" - "Charlie" - "David" ... is NOT USED. Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta... with your military aircraft ground communications experience, you should have no problem ... I made a lot of laughable mistakes but my HAM buddies were patient and helped me to get it right. You are going to love HAM. Welcome to the club! And Thank You for your service. 73's W5KKX.
I’m starting out at 67😂 But my military experience and 40+ years as a paramedic, the phonetic alphabet is easy. I also have some rudimentary radio knowledge that’s helpful.
75yo inexperienced @ radio female here, just trying to make sense of the jargon and gain courage to 'go the mark'. You are helping a great deal. Much appreciated. Just noticed age of this class, but it is helping heaps.
A local club hosted a test today and I passed 100%. Tried the General which I didn't study for and got 50%. Thank You guys for this video, this one one of the best sources of information for me for the test prep.
I am very civil minded, with 23+ years in 9-1-1 communications, 6 years volunteer EMT, 5 years volunteer with ARC handling Armed Forces Emergency Services, 4 years in the Div. of Corrections and 6 years in military aircraft ground control. I am looking forward to my first FCC Amateur Radio license.
Thanks so much, guys! I lost my father this year and I am taking my test in November in hopes of keeping his call sign going. I grew up listening in his radio room and had always hoped to learn Morse code. And then, last year, I found out I didn't need it! I sincerely appreciate the knowledge given out here. Took my first practice test and scored in the 50% range. Still practicing!
Wow! Ham radio legacy story! Thanks for sharing about your father. I’m sorry about his passing, but your story is motivating me to get my license. My dad is getting old, and I always remember talking on his mobile CB. Those memories are pushing me to get my Ham license and make similar memories with my boys.
I know this is an old live, but I wanted to say thank you for this I was able to watch these videos at my own pace and with some question studying and probably 20 practice test, I passed my technition at my local club tonight
Thank you for these videos, I have been studying just by the questions but these videos have given me that edge and I am passing practice exams every time now.
I remember going to Radio Shack to purchase individual channels that you could insert onto the circuit board. I think they were crystal with 2 prongs on one end.
I’ve been watching these. They helped me snag a few more questions. I will keep watching these but I’m going to cancel my exam and reschedule later on down the road. Much more difficult to pass than I have the time and energy for right now.
Oh my god, block diagram. I've wanted a word for that for a while! Love the series and have gained a lot of information from you, thank you. I'll be checking out the more recent stuff after this!
Thank you for publishing the Technician Class videos. Last night I passed my test. As soon as the Gordon West General book comes in, I will watch your lectures. 73
I have to admit I like the longer format videos better than the mini short ones. UA-cam is horrible at auto playing those in order but seems to get this in order all three times I have watched them. Getting closer to test date so osmosis learning and refreshing this last week.
Just what i was looking for. Lots of places including my local clubs just said to take practice tests until I passed. But I wanted to know the "why". This is perfect. 🤙
super appreciative of these videos and the practice tests QRZ hosts. This gives me confidence I can get back in a hobby I'd let lay for far too long, even if only for the sake of personal knowledge.
First off. Thank yall for taking the time to put this together. I loved in Plano for several years and I'm pretty sure we had a QSO or two. I have a question. Technically speaking at what point of the antenna is the RF being sent out? I know most of it is at the tip. But I am curious how much is actually being sent out along the length of the antenna vs the tip of the antenna as a %. 73 N5MJB
Studying up with the book, but y’all’s video was a great way to continue absorbing the information as I did my errands. This video series is great, and y’all are great presenters! I’m a EE, and am looking forward to getting on the airwaves (from central TX)!
I just subscribed to your channel. I am excited to get started in HAM radio. What is the book you refer to and where do you get it at. Thank you for the detail description of the course.
Thank you so much this great series. Ive wanted to get my ham license for a couple of years but im finally doubling down and getting licensed. Dont have a test date yet but I will when im ready. May or may not join the Hurst Radio Club because i am really close to Hurst Texas
4 hours into this course and not a single thing about electrical theory, or antennas or anything else the practice tests seem to want me to focus on. Seems like all my practice tests online have dealt with is diodes and cathodes and ohms and all the stuff you guys have not mentioned yet. You guys are great for telling me what I can do once I get my license of that ever happens. The practice tests all seem to want me to know how to build a radio not talk on them, grrr.
The class is awesome, but coming from both a responder and ham perspective I have one thing that I disagree on stated in the video. If one finds an officer down and has access to that officers radio please dear God use the officers own radio to call for help. 911 takes time (90 seconds or so) to process the call then it needs to be broadcast to all units via the radio who then can respond. All of this takes more time. Last time I called urgent for police backup on an ambulance via ems channel for same dispatch center it took 3 minutes for the police to get the call. That will NEVER happen again. When I call for police help now at work I move straight to their frequency and do so, this gets help coming immediately. If you can access the officers own radio it tells dispatch which officer it is (via radio identifier) and can allow them to see where they last makes that officer. It also lets every other officer on the frequency immediately start to them if you give an approximate location. Not only would I do this without hesitation even if I have my cell phone but I’ve taught my kids the same thing. In my oldest son’s 9 years he’s never messed with my radios, work or Ham, but I promise if there was an emergency at home he’d have the work radio keyed up in a second if appropriate.
@1:22:50 Just a point, tropospheric ducting is not tropospheric scatter. Ducting is a weather related phenomena and is not dependable. Tropospheric scatter involves very high power and very high gain antennas (even higher than EME) and is always available if the link budget allows (it's bad ). The army used this propigation path before satellites. I think one of the last in operation was a link between Greenland and New Jersey. Not sure 1500 watts is enough power or if any hams are using/trying this path.
Hey guys thank you for the course. I was able to take notes from your course and use it as a study guide in conjunction with other material to pass my exam. Thank you!
Great content. One thing that stuck out is your mention of HIPAA. That's not how any of that works. Not only would you not be subject to HIPAA protections for PII, but simply sending CW instead does not protect someone passing PII who is subject to HIPAA. It kind of makes me wonder how much of this talk was invented from anecdotes or repeated without verifying.
Hi used to Gordon West tapes to pass my advanced in my extra class exam back in 1996 and 97 and I found a very helpful I hope the CDs of Gordon West tapes and if it were produce stand with the new 2022 question pool are available now I like your side thank you this is Mike WB 80YTg
On the first CW page where it says it is the first Digital, there appears a pic of what looks like a AMECO K4 straight key. I have one of those. Bought it back around 2009.
I’m watching the technician courses, is this worthy study material for August 2022? I’ve been putting off getting my license and I have a small time to get in my studies, any advice?? Btw I’m learning all kinds of new things
Have not been around Ham or radios in years. Tech Test Sat. As a teacher in these times, I wonder why electronics is not a class like woodshop? There is a push for computers, but not BEE and technical aspects. Seems math classes could use this as a natural application. Thanks for videos - fifth time through them.
They posted a link in the description. That particular book isn't for the current cycle, but you can search in Amazon for "Gordon Technician exam preparation" and go to the 18-22 yrs.
This is the old question pool that expired in June of this year - 85-90% of the questions are still good, but I have a new livestream now with the latest question pool here - ua-cam.com/video/dIAppQPMznY/v-deo.html Check the links in that video, you can download the study guide in PDF format for free from Dan's website.
@@HamRadio2 Thanks! Have watched both Part 1 and Part 2. Very informative AND helpful. Plan to start Part 3 tomorrow. Appreciate your providing this info!
Quick question, Will this 3 part course by itself be enough to pass the Technician Exam? I ordered the book but your course seems to be more detailed with explanations. So with that said would 3 part course by itself be enough to pass the Technician Exam?
So when you set squelch to quiet the noise, will you be able to hear voice when receiving? And if so, would you either turn the squelch back up or down (direction to bring back noise) to receive more clearly? Because if you couldn't hear when receiving a transmission I'm not sure why you would do that instead of just turning the radio off
Studying for my amateur license taking a practice test this weekend and hopefully first week of next month i will test and pass with flying colors wish me luck
@@HamRadio2 Gives u all the right answers without u reading through all the wrong answers , like ur videos which I enjoy viewing for all correct information n knowledge !!! Waiting on my BaoFeng UV-10R delivery January 18th , 2021. Hope it's worth the wait 😆 Looking also to do remote Technician exam test while I wait !!!
@@HamRadio2 JUST BOUGHT A PRESIDENT LINCOLN 2 BASE SET UP. AND WILL INSTALL ON SATURDAY. PREPARING FOR THE TECH EXAM. ! THANK YOU FOR THE INFORMATIONAL CLASSES.
Question: If your radio traffic does not leave the state, then how (and by what authority) does the federal government regulate radio traffic? How does “interstate commerce clause” apply. “ Question 2: Could a state (Texas?) pass a law that would allow, say, individuals with a Ham license to transmit encrypted digital messages provided that the radio traffic does not leave the state?
If one is preparing for a electrical grid down scenario, where internet & cell phone communications are gone - will digital communication via ham be a useful alternative? I’m getting my ham license & ham radio & backup power for such a scenario. Should I focus on digital communications or traditional (non digital) radio communications?
Where can I go to pick someones brain about proper setup including grounding of my first 2m/70cm rig with a jpole antenna on my highest eve. I checked out my brothers setup but it looked like serious overkill and very ugly. I will do whats safe though. Interested in setting up cross band repeating also so any suggestions of radios that will do this.
At approximately 1:20:19 there is a slide that shows that a space station is defined by being 50miles + above earth’s surface when I reviewed fcc part 97.3 it shows 50km which is only approximately 31miles. Can you confirm which is stated In the question pool.
Passed my Tech today remotely online in LA partially due to these classes. Thanks a lot guys!!
Congrats!
do you have a link for the test?
Congrats, 🎈🎊🎉🍾 to you. After some time, I will take my Tech and Gen, Hope to communicate with you soon.
Congratulations KA6YPP
Though not licensed, I repaired a Kenwood, HF, 6 meter, and 2 meter transceiver of the 1980s vintage. When the owner arrived, he wanted me to do an on air test. I could not do that without him because, as previously mentioned, I have no amateur radio license. I am merely a hobbyist. With the owner's permission for third party radio traffic, I went to 146.200Mhz LSB and called CQ. I expected no answer back. The owner was looking at a signal analyser while I transmitted. But I did get the characteristic buzzing of someone on sideband that was off frequency, or on the opposite sideband I was using. I tried calling CQ again and the second time I got a clear answer back! The operator let me change power levels and filtering while the owner of the radio kept checking the signal with his equipment attached to his laptop. The owner had me change modes to FM, AM, USB, and CW while he kept taking his readings. Generously, the other operator on the air stayed with us until the test was over and the owner of the old Kenwood radio signed off. The owner of the radio was happy, paid, and took his radio. It was really very, very interesting to have a 2 meter contact on LSB, USB, AM, FM, and CW, all in one hour, without a license! I achieved more as a techie and hobbyist than most licensed operators! The rest was conducted on an antenna I made from a coat hanger that I placed in a 3/8ths fine drive end with a set screw. I mounted the antenna where I had my scanner antenna on the roof. What fun and satisfaction! His old radio had been down for years.
I've watched Session one already. I am just now, at the age of 63, getting ready to get my Amateur Radio License. I've been a CBer(SSB) for many years and my radio experience includes 6 years in military aircraft ground communications and over 23 years as a 9-1-1 dispatcher. I've ordered my very first radio with Amateur Radio bands and anxious to get started. Thanks for all of the good information. I am taking notes like crazy.
CONGRATULATIONS! As a former 9-1-1 dispatcher, one of my challenges in moving to HAM was the use of phonetic alphabet ... Police/EMS "Adam" - "Bob" - "Charlie" - "David" ... is NOT USED. Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta... with your military aircraft ground communications experience, you should have no problem ... I made a lot of laughable mistakes but my HAM buddies were patient and helped me to get it right. You are going to love HAM. Welcome to the club! And Thank You for your service. 73's W5KKX.
@@donhendricks3190 I can't stop using "Indigo" and "Union" instead of the correct India and Uniform.
I’m starting out at 67😂 But my military experience and 40+ years as a paramedic, the phonetic alphabet is easy. I also have some rudimentary radio knowledge that’s helpful.
My eyes are bad. Im grateful for this audio.
Passed my online test this morning! 33 out of 35! Thanks to you and the crew for sharing your knowledge!
Congrats!
Give us an update when your call gets added to the database.
75yo inexperienced @ radio female here, just trying to make sense of the jargon and gain courage to 'go the mark'. You are helping a great deal. Much appreciated.
Just noticed age of this class, but it is helping heaps.
Thanks to both of you I am no longer intimidated about learning about becoming a ham operator
A local club hosted a test today and I passed 100%. Tried the General which I didn't study for and got 50%. Thank You guys for this video, this one one of the best sources of information for me for the test prep.
I am very civil minded, with 23+ years in 9-1-1 communications, 6 years volunteer EMT, 5 years volunteer with ARC handling Armed Forces Emergency Services, 4 years in the Div. of Corrections and 6 years in military aircraft ground control. I am looking forward to my first FCC Amateur Radio license.
Thanks so much, guys! I lost my father this year and I am taking my test in November in hopes of keeping his call sign going. I grew up listening in his radio room and had always hoped to learn Morse code. And then, last year, I found out I didn't need it! I sincerely appreciate the knowledge given out here. Took my first practice test and scored in the 50% range. Still practicing!
Wow! Ham radio legacy story! Thanks for sharing about your father. I’m sorry about his passing, but your story is motivating me to get my license. My dad is getting old, and I always remember talking on his mobile CB. Those memories are pushing me to get my Ham license and make similar memories with my boys.
Thanks guys! Passed my tech exam on 11/21/2020! This was a huge help!!
These guys and this club is/are awesome
I know this is an old live, but I wanted to say thank you for this I was able to watch these videos at my own pace and with some question studying and probably 20 practice test, I passed my technition at my local club tonight
You are so welcome!
Studying for my tech license, and just found you. You explain things so well! Thanks a ton!
Thank you for these videos, I have been studying just by the questions but these videos have given me that edge and I am passing practice exams every time now.
Thanks
Just signed up for my Technician's Test! Thanks for all the great info!
Best of luck!
I remember going to Radio Shack to purchase individual channels that you could insert onto the circuit board. I think they were crystal with 2 prongs on one end.
I am studying for my tech and you have made the learning a lot easier. Thank you so much
I’ve been watching these. They helped me snag a few more questions. I will keep watching these but I’m going to cancel my exam and reschedule later on down the road. Much more difficult to pass than I have the time and energy for right now.
Oh my god, block diagram. I've wanted a word for that for a while! Love the series and have gained a lot of information from you, thank you. I'll be checking out the more recent stuff after this!
passed my test today thank you guys. This video i used to pass. Thanks guys these videos helped so much.
I mean no disrespect but I was having bad insomnia and this video lulled me to sleep perfectly. Thank you!
This is awesome! Watched part 1 last night and ordered the book. On to part 3. Just got my GMRS license. Thank you for this! So helpful.
Good job on explaining ARES and RACES @45:31
Very appreciative of this series and for both of your efforts. You're guiding many to a beautiful new world. Keep up the great work and thank you!
Thank you for publishing the Technician Class videos. Last night I passed my test. As soon as the Gordon West General book comes in, I will watch your lectures. 73
Great job!
I have to admit I like the longer format videos better than the mini short ones. UA-cam is horrible at auto playing those in order but seems to get this in order all three times I have watched them. Getting closer to test date so osmosis learning and refreshing this last week.
Cool, I just wanted to give folks a choice - short or long format, you can watch either one.
Just what i was looking for. Lots of places including my local clubs just said to take practice tests until I passed. But I wanted to know the "why". This is perfect. 🤙
Took my Technician test tonight through Anchorage VEC and passed 35/35. Thanks for the videos! KE8TRL
Down here in Aggieland preparing for my Technician Class test. This video series has been so helpful! Thanks to both of you for putting this on.
Awesome classes guys. Set to take Technician Exam Sat Feb 27th.
Gentlemen, I just passed my tech class yesterday. Thank you for the info 👍
Great video series, guys! Very informative and well done. Testing for my license soon! :)
Best of luck!
Great content. This is helping me to take my tech test. I cant wait to make my first contact.
Best of luck!
Great stuff guys. I’m watching your videos, and will soon take the test. Thank you so much for doing this.
Hey guys...just found your channel recently. I am working on my Technician class license here...hope to test for it soon!!!
Best of luck!
Do not have a book Did not know anything about ham radios Watch your videos for 3 days Took practice test only got 15 wrong Good resource Thank you
That's awesome
super appreciative of these videos and the practice tests QRZ hosts.
This gives me confidence I can get back in a hobby I'd let lay for far too long, even if only for the sake of personal knowledge.
Thank you for teaching us how to use the ham radio
Any time!
First off. Thank yall for taking the time to put this together. I loved in Plano for several years and I'm pretty sure we had a QSO or two. I have a question. Technically speaking at what point of the antenna is the RF being sent out? I know most of it is at the tip. But I am curious how much is actually being sent out along the length of the antenna vs the tip of the antenna as a %.
73 N5MJB
Studying up with the book, but y’all’s video was a great way to continue absorbing the information as I did my errands. This video series is great, and y’all are great presenters! I’m a EE, and am looking forward to getting on the airwaves (from central TX)!
I just subscribed to your channel. I am excited to get started in HAM radio. What is the book you refer to and where do you get it at. Thank you for the detail description of the course.
Thank you so much this great series. Ive wanted to get my ham license for a couple of years but im finally doubling down and getting licensed. Dont have a test date yet but I will when im ready. May or may not join the Hurst Radio Club because i am really close to Hurst Texas
Great information. I'm listening to this to study for my test
4 hours into this course and not a single thing about electrical theory, or antennas or anything else the practice tests seem to want me to focus on. Seems like all my practice tests online have dealt with is diodes and cathodes and ohms and all the stuff you guys have not mentioned yet. You guys are great for telling me what I can do once I get my license of that ever happens. The practice tests all seem to want me to know how to build a radio not talk on them, grrr.
Very good presentation. I’m bookmarking this and referring a couple of Elmer-ees ^_^
Thanks
HEY! - The opening sunset looks like North Central Airport in Lincoln, Rhode Island!!!!!🎯💯💥💯🎯
That is in Costa Rica
@@HamRadio2 Thanks! - Great Picture!
I passed my technician license thanks at hamfest in herman me 6/5/2021.
The class is awesome, but coming from both a responder and ham perspective I have one thing that I disagree on stated in the video.
If one finds an officer down and has access to that officers radio please dear God use the officers own radio to call for help. 911 takes time (90 seconds or so) to process the call then it needs to be broadcast to all units via the radio who then can respond. All of this takes more time.
Last time I called urgent for police backup on an ambulance via ems channel for same dispatch center it took 3 minutes for the police to get the call. That will NEVER happen again. When I call for police help now at work I move straight to their frequency and do so, this gets help coming immediately. If you can access the officers own radio it tells dispatch which officer it is (via radio identifier) and can allow them to see where they last makes that officer. It also lets every other officer on the frequency immediately start to them if you give an approximate location.
Not only would I do this without hesitation even if I have my cell phone but I’ve taught my kids the same thing. In my oldest son’s 9 years he’s never messed with my radios, work or Ham, but I promise if there was an emergency at home he’d have the work radio keyed up in a second if appropriate.
This is a great lesson I can memorize the answers to the questions on the test but I want to fully understand good job
Right
@1:22:50 Just a point, tropospheric ducting is not tropospheric scatter.
Ducting is a weather related phenomena and is not dependable.
Tropospheric scatter involves very high power and very high gain antennas (even higher than EME) and is always available if the link budget allows (it's bad ). The army used this propigation path before satellites.
I think one of the last in operation was a link between Greenland and New Jersey.
Not sure 1500 watts is enough power or if any hams are using/trying this path.
Old Advanced here [KX2CW] This is excellent. Good Job! [*thumbs up*]
Hey guys thank you for the course. I was able to take notes from your course and use it as a study guide in conjunction with other material to pass my exam. Thank you!
I want to get into ham radio. Studying for the Tech exam. Good videos, I enjoy them
Great job guys. Thanks Mike. I combine manual, tests, and your guides.
Studying for my tech license and your vids is so good!
Great content. One thing that stuck out is your mention of HIPAA. That's not how any of that works. Not only would you not be subject to HIPAA protections for PII, but simply sending CW instead does not protect someone passing PII who is subject to HIPAA. It kind of makes me wonder how much of this talk was invented from anecdotes or repeated without verifying.
SM7OEA here like your channel a lot of great information, thanks Jason and Chris
I appreciate your work.
Thank you for what you are doing.
I appreciate that
Hi used to Gordon West tapes to pass my advanced in my extra class exam back in 1996 and 97 and I found a very helpful I hope the CDs of Gordon West tapes and if it were produce stand with the new 2022 question pool are available now I like your side thank you this is Mike WB 80YTg
Thanks for what you are doing to help advance the hobby and the art of Amateur Radio de KQ4CHW
On the first CW page where it says it is the first Digital, there appears a pic of what looks like a AMECO K4 straight key. I have one of those. Bought it back around 2009.
I’m watching the technician courses, is this worthy study material for August 2022? I’ve been putting off getting my license and I have a small time to get in my studies, any advice?? Btw I’m learning all kinds of new things
Glad I found you guys. Testing in region 0 11/21/20. Thanks for the knowledge
And I passed, thanks! KF0CQJ
I appreciate this video. Thank you.👍🏽🙏🏽🇺🇸
fell asleep watching youtube and woke up to this... what strange world have i entered?
Same hahahah
Thanks for posting your license reviews on UA-cam. I have been inactive for a while and am using the reviews to update my knowledge. 73, KF2BD
Have not been around Ham or radios in years. Tech Test Sat. As a teacher in these times, I wonder why electronics is not a class like woodshop? There is a push for computers, but not BEE and technical aspects. Seems math classes could use this as a natural application. Thanks for videos - fifth time through them.
Another great session. Playing catch up, but the technicians test is on the horizon :)
Good luck!
Thank you. Very good Chris is a very good teacher.
You are welcome!
These videos are great! Thank you!
You are so welcome!
awesome videos , thanks for doing this to help get more operators
Can you add the link for the online testing, Awesome class im learning so much, thanks for the great course lay out.
hamstudy.org/sessions
Looking to study for a ham license. What book are you using in this video?
They posted a link in the description. That particular book isn't for the current cycle, but you can search in Amazon for "Gordon Technician exam preparation" and go to the 18-22 yrs.
🚩🚩 NEW Playlist with shorter versions of these videos - ua-cam.com/play/PLs_Ab58w9LI-RyWc4QyfXeXouS4POCvw0.html
Great job guys! Preparing for the test
Good luck!
Just started watching. Just not figuring out what book your advocating.?
This is the old question pool that expired in June of this year - 85-90% of the questions are still good, but I have a new livestream now with the latest question pool here - ua-cam.com/video/dIAppQPMznY/v-deo.html
Check the links in that video, you can download the study guide in PDF format for free from Dan's website.
When participating in a Talk Group, is one still required to do the identification at least each 10 minutes and when leaving the group?
Yes
@@HamRadio2 Thanks! Have watched both Part 1 and Part 2. Very informative AND helpful. Plan to start Part 3 tomorrow. Appreciate your providing this info!
These classes helped me alot much appreciated.
Great to hear!
Quick question, Will this 3 part course by itself be enough to pass the Technician Exam? I ordered the book but your course seems to be more detailed with explanations. So with that said would 3 part course by itself be enough to pass the Technician Exam?
Using this for Study, Great
So when you set squelch to quiet the noise, will you be able to hear voice when receiving? And if so, would you either turn the squelch back up or down (direction to bring back noise) to receive more clearly? Because if you couldn't hear when receiving a transmission I'm not sure why you would do that instead of just turning the radio off
Question? Why does offset increase when frequency increases (wavelengths get smaller)?
Thank you for creating this content!
Do you need a amateur license to simplex between two radios
If you are using Amateur frequencies, then yes
Studying for my amateur license taking a practice test this weekend and hopefully first week of next month i will test and pass with flying colors wish me luck
@@kelvisrodriguez5222 🙏🏽👍🏽🇺🇸
Thank you very much for this classes
You are welcome
Can you take the General and Technician test in the same setting?
Yes. You can take all 3, if you want
@02:29:30 you are also likely to experience an audible whine if one of your alternator voltage regulator diodes is out.
Can you hop repeaters? Transmitting Radio -> repearter-> repeater -> receiving radio
Yes
Amateur radio class, Technician class test by Craig "Buck" K4IA GOOD BOOK TO STUDY FROM ??? What do u think Jason???
I'm not familiar with that book
@@HamRadio2 Gives u all the right answers without u reading through all the wrong answers , like ur videos which I enjoy viewing for all correct information n knowledge !!!
Waiting on my BaoFeng UV-10R delivery January 18th , 2021. Hope it's worth the wait 😆
Looking also to do remote Technician exam test while I wait !!!
PART 1 EXCELLENT
Thanks!
@@HamRadio2 JUST BOUGHT A PRESIDENT LINCOLN 2 BASE SET UP. AND WILL INSTALL ON SATURDAY. PREPARING FOR THE TECH EXAM. ! THANK YOU FOR THE INFORMATIONAL CLASSES.
New Chirp User - Great down to earth video, thanks!
Question: If your radio traffic does not leave the state, then how (and by what authority) does the federal government regulate radio traffic? How does “interstate commerce clause” apply. “
Question 2: Could a state (Texas?) pass a law that would allow, say, individuals with a Ham license to transmit encrypted digital messages provided that the radio traffic does not leave the state?
I will be taking my ham radio test in about 2 hours. Anything you guys recomend
Good luck!
What kind of transmitter/receiver do you need to talk around the world? Very expensive with massive antenna?
Nope, not at all
There are a lot of terms to look up CTCSS PL DCS for me being a noob
If one is preparing for a electrical grid down scenario, where internet & cell phone communications are gone - will digital communication via ham be a useful alternative?
I’m getting my ham license & ham radio & backup power for such a scenario. Should I focus on digital communications or traditional (non digital) radio communications?
Both, honestly. Both are capable with the same type of radio and antenna.
Thanks!
Where can I go to pick someones brain about proper setup including grounding of my first 2m/70cm rig with a jpole antenna on my highest eve. I checked out my brothers setup but it looked like serious overkill and very ugly. I will do whats safe though. Interested in setting up cross band repeating also so any suggestions of radios that will do this.
At approximately 1:20:19 there is a slide that shows that a space station is defined by being 50miles + above earth’s surface when I reviewed fcc part 97.3 it shows 50km which is only approximately 31miles. Can you confirm which is stated In the question pool.
is the question pool the same pool for techs as general as extra ?