Just as a note, I have an EE and physics background, and it still helps to see it in a simple way. I understand the technical aspect, but it's still hard for anyone to look at the technician questions and not feel overloaded with so much new information at once. Also, there are ham-specific topics that you just won't know even if you are technical. Long story short, I also found this very helpful.
I am 82 formerly K7IQR but when active years ago it was fun to send code all around the world. Was a Mars operator as well. Enjoy as this man makes it simple.
Wow....Don't know how the YT Algorithm took me here , but glad I clicked on your link....I been inclined with all that's going on to get a Ham license...I got my GMRS and experienced some fun times and learned alot here on the East coast....I was a little intimidated by the Ham jargon/ lingo/ Meters/Hertz and band spectrum, but You broke it down here and demystified it for me....Thank you...I will follow your advice and finally when I'm ready go for the HAM license shortly....Thank You.
I’m a electrical engineer by education. As a sailboater I thought getting a ham license would be helpful. So 30+ years ago I got my technician license and bought Kenwood TH-78A HT. Didn’t have any ham friends so lost interest. When they dropped the morse code requirement I studied up and passed the general test and got that license. Not a “rag chewer” my nature I decided to only up grade my HT to a Yaesu VX-6 for SHTF communications. This radio has am/fm, weather bands and marine vhf channels (listen only) which I find useful. I guess I need to find/join a ham club to really learn to use what I have.
I am quite knowledgeable in a electronics and radio. I even thought I had a bachelor's degree, for a spell. That proved to be false and the tuition was refunded in a large lawsuit against the false school I attended. I am a hobbyist, but not an amateur radio operator. I have no license. With my knowledge, I could easily get a mid-level license. However, my conversational abilities are severely lacking. I often go weeks without seeing another human, save on television. With extremely little experience in being social, I never learned the art of oratory conversation. This lack of ability has kept me from becoming licensed. I setup antennas, radios, and radio networks for businesses, organisations, and even amateur radio operators. I repair, modify, and update, transceivers, make power supplies, manual antenna tuners, antennas, and install them. Even with my extreme social defecit, information got to many with radio issues that had great success with solving the issues. The few times I speak with humans, it is almost always in reference to technical radio related issues. That can not be used for general conversation. For this singular reason, it is very unlikely I will ever become an amateur radio operator.
@@indridcold8433Sounds like you could probably pass the tests pretty easily! As for the ham radio community, the percentage of people who are “socially challenged” is well into the double digits. You’d be right at home!
Seen a 40 min video and was like….nope, stuck the whole way through! Great video! No nonsense no babble no time wasting, thank you very much for this, looking forward to getting a license ! Going to watch more of your Chanel now!!
@@hamradiomadesimple great Chanel! Thanks, been sharing the knowledge I learned on my Snapchat with fellow people who are interested in the topic, shared the Chanel a few times, learned a lot yesterday!
I am brand new to HAM radios. I started thinking about SHTF scenarios so I bought a Baofeng BF-F8HP. I am very glad I found your page! I have been nervous to even turn in on.
Ditto. I've been cramming for about 48 hours straight and I'm actually passing all my Technician practice tests so I'm gonna go all in... testing June 14!
I used MJ's techniques and passed my Tech exam ... 100%! These videos get straight to the essence of what you need to learn.. he also gives great tips on various ways to study. I'm the proof his system works ... thank you!
I am certain I could pass without any study at all. However, my conversational abilities are very lacking. Thus, I just stay a hobbyist. I repair, configure, programme, modify, amateur radios and radios from other services, make antennas, make power supplies, make manual tuners, setup networks, convert radios from one service to another, make amplifiers, and even climb towers for the volunteer fire brigade and the area's rural ambulance service. I set up repeater systems for local services. I just can not hold a conversation to save my life.
I have recently become interested in ham radio and have been reading and watching a lot of content. This was by far the best piece I have seen. I have learned more from this 45 minute video than I have reading articles and books from the last two weeks. Thank you!
Thank you so much. I studied for the test and passed both my technician and general this week (first week of studying) but you are explaining all the stuff I memorized so I can actually understand it
Wonderful! That is the way I approached this. Get your license first, then really learn and UNDERSTAND the key principles going forward. Thanks for taking the time to post this!!
I am totally new to GMRS and Ham Radios. I literally know nothing, so this video blew me away! Thank you! Through the FCC I did get my FRN and my call sign. Cost me $35... no test required. The license is valid for 10 years. Now I need to buy a decent handheld system. Amazon here I come!
You learn everything. Set up the HT radio and show her what buttons to use (keep it simple). Just teach her how to do several things ONLY. Practice on the Simplex Channel. When SHTF, she is ready to go. NOTES I sent to someone else recently: It can be more complicated than it should be. What is the baseline of info needed to getup and running? First, watch my first video I ever did. The second one talks about Repeater Basics. 1. Can you hit a local Repeater? Line of sight distance capabilities with your radio. How far does it go without using a repeater? This tells you what you can expect out of the radio. 2. How to program the radio? Start simple with several local Repeaters and a few Simplex Channels (direct talk to each other without a Repeater). 3. Upgrade the antenna - I use Signal Stuff Antenna and it really made a difference. 4. Practice and see what results you get. Keep it simple and master this part.
Exactly what I was looking for. You're right, reading a book on it is just drinking from a firehose. You have sorted some stuff out for sure. I'll be on to your next one. Thanks.
Thanks! This is one of the best introductions to ham radio. I love how you categorized the equipment by which bands they support, their strength, and overlap that with the licenses. This is really helping me to decide what kind of equipment I should focus on getting first as a new technician
Dear sir, I would like to extend my gratitude to you for this series of videos that have cleared up the clutter in the HAM Radio section of my mind. I was having back and forths for obtaining a license until I ordered a radio and then watched this beautiful presentation. Now that I understand "what they're talkin about", I feel much more confident. Thank you and have a good life!
Back in the late 90s, I started a course at Fort Hamilton NYC to obtain my license, but life made me stop. Now, I found this wonderful videos that explains the process of obtaining the technician license. Thank you very much for making them. They are wonderful! Hopefully, one day I will thank you in real voice over the radio waves. Warm regards from Brooklyn, NYC.
I have a technical background in electronics and even some experience in tower maintenance, and still this video helped alot. There is far too much information out there to take on at one time, and people get intimidated before they attempt to take the technician test. This is a good breakdown of the info. I hope to attempt the technician test in a few months. Thanks.
I am so non technical yet I was able to get my license. I did a video on how to pass the Ham Test. Once I passed, I then was able to buy equipment THEN learn the important stuff. So glad you posted this. Thanks!!
Because of the floods in Brazil I saw the importance of ham radios. Next time, I wanna be prepared and help people. This was the best video with lots of infos for begginers like myself. Thanks a lot!
FYI. I have an engineering background *but * still enjoy these videos! Thanks! I’m at general & really enjoying it (when I have time:) ). I started learning CW but still early in the process.
You're the guy with the mega Tower 🗼! You did a video with your son. I just got my first ham radio I got two of them. A guy who owns the radio shop offered me to work there as a computer technician as his partner. I live in North Carolina also, I just moved here
No mega tower here LOL!! Wire antennas deployed in a stealth format. Check out this video on doing 2M Digital comms with FSQ. Drew is now piloting JS8 since it works better with weaker signals. Maybe we can try this sometime but 2M is "line of sight" so I don't expect much. I have 50W radio and a good outside antenna.
FINALLY!!! The best by far. If you know nothing start here. Been trying to figure this all out for a year. I have several book watched many videos. This is spot on thanks heaps. Just Subscribed!! I have noticed many books and hams leave the little things out or jump around terms to keep you in the dark.💯💯
Thank you MJ. Great video. I have my General which I obtained to use on my sailboat for communication with other cruisers, weather fax and email. After several years of sailing I sold my sailboat, return back to USA to care for my elderly parents and fell off my HAM Radio. Now trying to get back up to speed. I purchased another sailboat & need to purchase new radio equipment. This video is helping to refresh my brain. Cheers, S/V Cork~N.C. KJ4KNV (D.L.)
You live an exciting life. A home on a sailboat sounds amazing. Know you can so many people with a press of the mike or even better yet, try doing HF Digital like JS8Call. Let me know if you do and see if we can connect.
This is another excellent example of how to explain the basics of ham radio MJ, thank you! Nothing out there comes close to the detail and quality of your delivery. You’ve set the bar high and any UA-camrs who want to share their “knowledge” need to take note and start upping their game! Thanks again for taking the time to produce these videos MJ, they’re very much appreciated! M7PPE
Thank you for this. I’m getting interested in ham after also experiencing several prolonged power outages down here in SE Texas over the past few years. I also camp and day hike solo where there is no cell service, and think this may be a viable option over the expensive personal devices and subscriptions like Garmin inReach.
What a great video! I’ve seen your videos in reverse order, because I came across them when I was already well into the process. I got my tech then general about six weeks into diving into radio. Looking back this would have been a great initial introduction! Great refresher too.
Just jumping in and I am so glad I found this video series. I am clueless. Just signed up for a free two month class with my local club and looking forward to jumping in. This put some of my anxieties surrounding learnings this skill to ease. Thank you!!
You got this! I am not technical and knew nothing about Ham Radio before taking the plunge. I do these videos to shorten the learning curve and fill in "information gaps" that I ran into. If you run into things you have questions, feel free to reach out. I also have handouts on setup and users instructions on the HF Digital Apps. Makes is easy to use going forward. Keep in touch and let me know how you do. HamRadioMadeSimple@gmail.com
Exceptional communication skills. You ave successfully explained the exact information I needed to get started. I was litterally having a meltdown last night after spending days on end trying to get started with getting my technicians license only to find litterally every good intended Ham operator flooding their explanations with verbage that was just too much too fast for a noobie. My frustration and stress level has finally come under control after watching this video. I have leaned more from you in 45 minutes that I have with several hours from others. I am very gateful for the other Hams, but a noob is a noob. I am grateful for your instruction and am now motivated to continue. Many thanks sir! I just subbed.
Very good video. I just ordered some books for the Tech. and General licenses and have been looking around on UA-cam for some info on Ham radio . Up until I found yours they were either to complicated or just touched on one small aspect. I will say that this is the first time seeing any of this info (connected together) and my head is spinning a little after watching it. I will be watching it many more times as well as your other videos. You must be a teacher or just a natural at communicating this stuff. Thanks.
Hi I am 12, I am learning and studying to take a remote amature radio test. I’m taking about 5 weeks to study take the test and wait for my call sign to show up in the books. Please hope me luck and to get a license 😓
I have tried watching videos that are actually shorter than this, but you keep my attention! I also have a very non-technical background so this video came as a nice surprise and made it easier to understand for a non-techie. You have a great voice and keep the listener, listening!
Thanks, I am glad it works with you. When I started this about 2 years ago, I wondered if anyone would watch a UA-cam Channel, that just focused on teaching only? Also, using only Power Point. LOL. I am glad there are those out there that this format fits. Thanks for letting me know.
Thank u for doing all this. I know it was a few years ago now, but these videos you have made are really a huge help. It made me feel not so overwhelmed. So thank you.
You are so welcome! I did this for those who are walking behind me on this journey. It helps to have a map and compass in your hand as you plow forward into all of this.
Great tuto Sir, thank you! It´s how they taught back In the 80´s when I was young. Don´t know what happened now, they just explain things In such a complicated way that It makes you´re head spin, when In realty the concept could be much simpler. Again, thank you, just got Into HAM radio (Yaesu FT-70d) and heading for my license, found you´re videos of much help. Congrats!
A great Teacher with great detailed FREE information 🙏Thanks soooo much, I'm definitely going to try this on my computer and I'm currently shopping for a handheld with bluetooth.
Thank You! Stay Safe and hope you are well! I plan to share this series these days are pretty crazy so I feel we need to learn alternative means of doing everything and Ham radio is ideal for alternative communications. Thank You!
Yes, and your assessment is spot on. The reason I first got into Ham Radio. I focus a lot on what is knows as "EMCOMM". Emergency Communications. I have developed a network so we can know what is going on at all times. Get ready, time is running out.
@@hamradiomadesimple I'm on a channel called discover x we use radios I'm just learning but there's a cool crowd of vets all ages it's a small group....join us! We listen for eams, watch flights on flight radar etc it's cool! Lately it's tense but please drop in n say Hi!
19:50 the way it was explained to me is wave length is the distance between the same point on 2 waves next to each other, the frequency or Hertz is how many of those wavelengths go by in a period of time. So if more go by, thus the higher the frequency or Hz, the wave length must be smaller so more can fit in that same time period.
Excellent job. Terrific overview. I am just getting in, and I've already read some bummer stories about newbies getting into HAM, treatment from the vets. Won't let it deter me. Got my ARRL book coming for Tech, will move to General after that. Hope to find more good balanced information like this as I go forward. Thanks!
You're very welcome! When I started my ham radio journey 2.5 years ago, I never could understand why there was no channel focused on teaching the basics. As I learn this stuff, I will do a video on that subject. Making it simple to understand and a method to build off of each key point. Thanks for taking the time to reach out and say THANKS!!
I’m disabled but have always wanted to be ham radio operator. My time here is running on the low side as I’ve had 3 heart attacks and a stroke but still have the fire in the belly to get a ham license. Thank you for your consideration…
Learning is great for your mind! When you keep using it , by learning new stuff, it will improve your outlook. Better to try now than regret later on. You can do it. I have a video on how to take the test: ua-cam.com/video/sil8lMibS00/v-deo.html Just memorize the CORRECT answers. I explain it all in the video. Let me know how it goes!!!
Do it, and don't worry too much. You can even have a test online if you find travel difficult. Before that was a thing, examiner teams would sometimes give exams at where a disabled person was. I've been a ham for 36 years, and am totally blind...there are lots of hams with many kinds of disabilities, and, speaking for myself, ham radio has been very good to me. Jump in, you won't regret it.
Glad you think so! When I first started, I wondered if it would fly in a UA-cam format. I am surprised by the results. Thanks for taking the time to let me know.
Getting into HAM radio and this by far is the best informative video I’ve found. Thank you for creating such a simple way of understanding without having any prior knowledge.
You are following my journey in Ham Radio. I had no prior understanding of Ham Radio and don't come from a technical background. Each video I released, is what I studied and tried to master. I then produced a video, to help others shorten their learning curve and build off of the knowledge I shared.
This is excellent work. Thx. Sill studying for my technician license. I’ll immediately go for general once I’m in the books. Just bought an Anytone hh for about 300 plus and of course like most newbies I’m hoping this new open source digital protocol catches on here in the states.
Thanks for the video, very explanatory. I need to leave my IT background by the door because all I can think about is IP addressing rather than MHz. onto the next video.
Like you , I realize dependency on the grid for communications untenable . I really appreciate your introduction to this new field of knowledge for me. I believe going digital will ensure if there ever is a cataclysmic world event that we will be thrown into the Stone Age. Communication will be key to preventing the complete loss of knowledge and better our chances to rebuild Thank you
I noticed that you are in the Raleigh area. I'm out in NW NC where moonshining and inbreeding go on, LOL. I'm going to use a handheld, at first, between Wilkes and my farm east of "Mayberry." Both Wilkes and Mount Airy have several repeaters. Very thorough vid. Thanks.
Thank you for your very informative videos! I am thinking of giving the HAM exam, and although some of the legal licence-info may not apply since I live in Greece which has a slightly different system, your vids are extremely helpful for novice orientation... Greetings from Athens, Greece!
Appreciate your kind words. That is some compliment. I don't try to do what they do. I try and teach what I have been learning so others can get up to speed faster. Also, try and keep it simple :-) The value is in the material, not me. Again, thanks!!
The relationship between wavelength and frequency is: wavelength = speed of light divided by frequency. wavelength (lambda) = c (speed of light) / f (frequency) c = 299,792,458 meters per second wavelength = 299,792,458 / f
I have a few ham radios but don’t use them but keep them if SHTF since at that time it won’t matter if I have my license. But want to still get more educated about them.
Make sure you know how to program your radio, know the difference between digital and analog radios, how to use Repeaters (as long as they have power) and how to program simplex call frequencies. Then make sure you know HOW to use all that I stated above. If you go to HF, the learning curve is much more steep. Like I always say "something is better than nothing"
Fantastic and informative video. Just passed my Tech test two weeks ago but I have to admit did not really "understand" a lot of these important aspects of the hobby. Looking forward to viewing your next Part II vid, and maybe relooking at Part I. Thanks.
Great to hear! I have a full series of videos that will help you get up and running FASTER. Check out the UA-cam channel. When you get your General, I have a lot more especially on Digital HF. Have fun!!
Great clear presentation. I am prepping for my technician and general tests,. I have been on Ham forums for a month. This is the most clear overall presentation I have seen.
I really like the way you start off explaining the vasic concepts. Ive watch several other people who go staight into all of the fcc rules and a bunch of technical jargon instead of explaining how this crap actually "physically" works. Like how the hell am i supposed to learn fcc rules and other technical stuff if i dont know how the hell this stuff ecen works haha.
I hear you. I am not technical and had no exposure to Ham Radio so it was a challenge. I decided to help others not have to go through the painful learning curve. Have fun and thanks for posting this.
Fantastic video! The information was presented in a clean and concise way. You're very skilled at conveying information. I'm looking to get my license soon, and I'll be watching this series more than a couple times.
Thanks for the kind comments. I did a video on how to get your license. The process I've used and helped shorten the time. ua-cam.com/video/sil8lMibS00/v-deo.html Let me know how you do.
@@hamradiomadesimple SE of Salisbury a ways. Going for a ham license in Jan at the next local session. Awaiting approval on the GMRS. I really enjoyed your approach and presentation in this vid.. 🤠👍
I love this! Glad to see people breaking things down and making them simple but not making them insomnia cures. For me, way back, the radio and electronics theory were hard...morse was easy and is still my favorite mode. Speaking of, when you nentioned preferences, and really everyone seems to do this... 10m also includes morse and digital privileges for Techs. Techs also get morse privileges on several other bands. Believe it or not, morse operation is alive and well, even thriving! Would love to see more new folks jump in! Anyhow, minor quibble. Keep up the great work! Vy 73 :-)
Thank you, MJ I know nothing but for some reason I have an interest in this and for the first time I feel like I can actually learn it thank you tomorrow I repeat video one
I started out the exact same way. No technical or ham radio background but somehow, I was able to put the 1000 piece puzzle together. I know you will too!!
Great introductory video. Im glad I came upon your channel. I am just starting and this channel is a great benefit. Looking forward to learning more. Thanks for putting the time into your videos. When I eventually get my license, I'll try to contact you through the airwaves.
You can do this. I am not a technical person but learned how to study and pass all the test. Check out my video on taking the test. Let me know when you get you license!!
Great video lots of information , after seeing this i think GMRS might be a better fit for me . I mainly use radios to communicate with our hunting camps and keep up with hunters .
After reading 10 comments , stroke of genius to miss spell Morse (Morris) code,(people HAVE to comment) :-) anyway I'm one of the thousands that have bought a Quansheng k5 out of curiosity and now i find myself sitting with a electronic black brick in my hand. have watched p1 going to watch the rest of the episodes after digesting this one, very good and down to earth video. Thank you very much.
Thanks for your encouraging words and understanding. That was my first video and I did not pay as close attention as I try to today. I put too much trust in spell check.
General licensees may serve as VEs. They may only administer Technician exams. Existing Advanced licensees may serve as VEs and may administer Technician and General exams. Extra licensees may serve as VEs and may administer all ham radio exams. All VEs must serve under a VEC. The ARRL is one of the VECs. 73, NK5H
Good point. I was a VE for a while but the distance to the exam centers was too far to continue to do this. You are correct on your points. Well stated.
Thanks for the information and great explanation. I’m interested in a receiver only. At the beginning you mentioned the eton but it’s sold out everywhere. Is there another option that you would recommend ?
Greetings and Salutations I understand chemistry and also thought that with an explanation of carpentry & plumber in my background Ham radio would come simply because I'd have to apply myself I graduated in 2012 from some college now, I guessed at wilderness survival school and that paid out for my 2 kiddos and myself Good luck, huh?? 😊 thanks 😊
I just heard about this a week ago. New rules came out on power restrictions in the UK. The most important area is not power but a great antenna at the right height. It is the equalizer 😊
Glad to hear that! I just hope these videos are helping make it easier to understand and shorten our learning curve. I am not a technical person so I am looking at this from a non-techie who was to learn it from a practical perspective. Thanks for the kind words.
Yes, a few typos. But I think the value of the information and the personable and accessible way MJ presents it is fantastic. I hope he makes a thousand more videos. THANKS MJ!
Thanks for posting this. I have received many like this since posting this video. Wish I could correct it but UA-cam won't let me without deleting it completely.
well DEFINATELY don't do that! It's actually helpful! When I recommend someone to watch, it helps me know if people were really paying attention when watching the video or if they just say that watch. (Just tell people that was the point and they were intentional.) 😁 I hope you make a thousand more!@@hamradiomadesimple
Thanks for taking the time to let me know. It can be challenging when you first start getting into Ham Radio. I had no exposure to Ham Radio nor am I a technical person. Some how I was able to figure it out but I pray your learning curve now is much shorter!!
N00b here as well. When you speak of frequency, am I correct in assuming it to be similar to that kid in the car with the bass turned up and those low frequency sound waved penetrating through everything within its range while the high frequency is easily absorbed by materials and structures? Seems low frequency would be better when in close proximity to structures or natural elements.
The various frequencies act differently from each other. Some go straight out while others launch upward and bounce off the atmosphere. Some bounce off of objects like buildings and water towers. The beauty of ham radio is, we have access to many different ones that allow us to direct our reach accordingly.
I’m local to you in Cary. Just got a gmrs license and some HTs just to see how I like the hobby and to be able to use them with my family while on vacation. I’m now interested in getting into ham and teaching my 14yo son and eventually other kids too. What is a good local source to help me get set up with the right equipment? The choices of radios/power supplies/antennas is mind boggling. Thanks in advance for your help! -John
There are so many variable and opinions out there. Budget? Hobby / fun only? SHTF setup? What are you looking to do in ham radio? Club and local activities?
@@hamradiomadesimple Thanks so much for your reply! Honestly, I’m still at the very beginning and learning. Probably, initially I’ll be looking at a mobile/base station combo and Handhelds until I get my feet wet enough to venture into HF. We’ll start with getting a technician license and go from there. I was interested in talking with you mainly because you are in the triangle area and have great knowledge of which systems work best in our area. My other question is about the feasibility of putting an HF capable antenna on our roof in the center of Cary. We don’t have an HOA but the town is pretty strict in about lots of things! Are there some less than giant options that will suffice? Would definitely be interested in a club if there is one that would be welcoming to me and my son as well as someone to help us get started especially with getting an antenna up and equipment installed once we get into HF. Thanks in advance for your help!
Just as a note, I have an EE and physics background, and it still helps to see it in a simple way. I understand the technical aspect, but it's still hard for anyone to look at the technician questions and not feel overloaded with so much new information at once. Also, there are ham-specific topics that you just won't know even if you are technical. Long story short, I also found this very helpful.
I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know. Thank you!
Noob here. BEST info found so far on youtube !! Straight forward, concise and NO drivel. Thank you MJ !!
Thanks for the kind words and taking the time to let me know.
Same here.
@@hamradiomadesimplethere’s a lot of drivel online. That’s true.
I am 82 formerly K7IQR but when active years ago it was fun to send code all around the world. Was a Mars operator as well. Enjoy as this man makes it simple.
Thanks for the kind words my friend.
Why does everyone mess up the spelling of Morse code? It's not Morris code, like in this video, nor is it Mars code.
@@MrBubbagump58 He is referring to Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS)
@@MrBubbagump58I believe he meant MARS (Military Auxiliary Radio System)
Wow....Don't know how the YT Algorithm took me here , but glad I clicked on your link....I been inclined with all that's going on to get a Ham license...I got my GMRS and experienced some fun times and learned alot here on the East coast....I was a little intimidated by the Ham jargon/ lingo/ Meters/Hertz and band spectrum, but You broke it down here and demystified it for me....Thank you...I will follow your advice and finally when I'm ready go for the HAM license shortly....Thank You.
Awesome! Thank you!
Easy way to compute your band is to divide 300 by your chosen frequency. 300 divided by 150Mhz equals 2 meter band
AWESOME and thanks for posting this. I learn so much from others like you!!!
Hands down the BEST intro-to-amateur-radio series on the Internet! Thank you
Wow, thanks for a GREAT compliment. So glad these videos are helping others!!
I’m a electrical engineer by education. As a sailboater I thought getting a ham license would be helpful. So 30+ years ago I got my technician license and bought Kenwood TH-78A HT. Didn’t have any ham friends so lost interest. When they dropped the morse code requirement I studied up and passed the general test and got that license. Not a “rag chewer” my nature I decided to only up grade my HT to a Yaesu VX-6 for SHTF communications. This radio has am/fm, weather bands and marine vhf channels (listen only) which I find useful. I guess I need to find/join a ham club to really learn to use what I have.
Need to find a mentor who can make it simple to understand and answer your questions.
I am quite knowledgeable in a electronics and radio. I even thought I had a bachelor's degree, for a spell. That proved to be false and the tuition was refunded in a large lawsuit against the false school I attended. I am a hobbyist, but not an amateur radio operator. I have no license. With my knowledge, I could easily get a mid-level license. However, my conversational abilities are severely lacking. I often go weeks without seeing another human, save on television. With extremely little experience in being social, I never learned the art of oratory conversation. This lack of ability has kept me from becoming licensed. I setup antennas, radios, and radio networks for businesses, organisations, and even amateur radio operators. I repair, modify, and update, transceivers, make power supplies, manual antenna tuners, antennas, and install them. Even with my extreme social defecit, information got to many with radio issues that had great success with solving the issues. The few times I speak with humans, it is almost always in reference to technical radio related issues. That can not be used for general conversation. For this singular reason, it is very unlikely I will ever become an amateur radio operator.
@@indridcold8433 You type well.. try digital modes? No oration skills required.
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I’ll be your friend. You can’t get any weirder than I am…… teach me the radio ways…… for dummieS😅
@@indridcold8433Sounds like you could probably pass the tests pretty easily! As for the ham radio community, the percentage of people who are “socially challenged” is well into the double digits. You’d be right at home!
Seen a 40 min video and was like….nope, stuck the whole way through! Great video! No nonsense no babble no time wasting, thank you very much for this, looking forward to getting a license !
Going to watch more of your Chanel now!!
I appreciate that! My goal is to teach and not promote. So glad they are making a difference.
@@hamradiomadesimple great Chanel! Thanks, been sharing the knowledge I learned on my Snapchat with fellow people who are interested in the topic, shared the Chanel a few times, learned a lot yesterday!
I am brand new to HAM radios. I started thinking about SHTF scenarios so I bought a Baofeng BF-F8HP. I am very glad I found your page! I have been nervous to even turn in on.
Glad it was helpful! You need someone near you to practice and learn how to program your radio.
Same situation for me. i havent gotten a radio yet tho. im excited for this hobby!
Ditto. I've been cramming for about 48 hours straight and I'm actually passing all my Technician practice tests so I'm gonna go all in... testing June 14!
HAM shacks can get spendy but I'm going for my Technician 👍@@billarlon7797
I used MJ's techniques and passed my Tech exam ... 100%! These videos get straight to the essence of what you need to learn.. he also gives great tips on various ways to study.
I'm the proof his system works ... thank you!
Thanks Nancy for the great comment. I am here to help you anytime you need me. Good luck on your adventure into Ham Radio.
I am certain I could pass without any study at all. However, my conversational abilities are very lacking. Thus, I just stay a hobbyist. I repair, configure, programme, modify, amateur radios and radios from other services, make antennas, make power supplies, make manual tuners, setup networks, convert radios from one service to another, make amplifiers, and even climb towers for the volunteer fire brigade and the area's rural ambulance service. I set up repeater systems for local services. I just can not hold a conversation to save my life.
I have recently become interested in ham radio and have been reading and watching a lot of content. This was by far the best piece I have seen. I have learned more from this 45 minute video than I have reading articles and books from the last two weeks. Thank you!
Wow, thank you for the great compliment my friend!
Thank you so much. I studied for the test and passed both my technician and general this week (first week of studying) but you are explaining all the stuff I memorized so I can actually understand it
Wonderful! That is the way I approached this. Get your license first, then really learn and UNDERSTAND the key principles going forward. Thanks for taking the time to post this!!
I am totally new to GMRS and Ham Radios. I literally know nothing, so this video blew me away! Thank you! Through the FCC I did get my FRN and my call sign. Cost me $35... no test required. The license is valid for 10 years. Now I need to buy a decent handheld system. Amazon here I come!
You learn everything. Set up the HT radio and show her what buttons to use (keep it simple). Just teach her how to do several things ONLY. Practice on the Simplex Channel. When SHTF, she is ready to go.
NOTES I sent to someone else recently:
It can be more complicated than it should be. What is the baseline of info needed to getup and running?
First, watch my first video I ever did. The second one talks about Repeater Basics.
1. Can you hit a local Repeater? Line of sight distance capabilities with your radio. How far does it go without using a repeater? This tells you what you can expect out of the radio.
2. How to program the radio? Start simple with several local Repeaters and a few Simplex Channels (direct talk to each other without a Repeater).
3. Upgrade the antenna - I use Signal Stuff Antenna and it really made a difference.
4. Practice and see what results you get. Keep it simple and master this part.
Watching this with a prospective hammie. Great video. It even helped me and I've had my license for 7 years.
Thanks for posting this. Great compliment!!
Exactly what I was looking for. You're right, reading a book on it is just drinking from a firehose. You have sorted some stuff out for sure. I'll be on to your next one. Thanks.
So glad it was helpful!!
Thanks! This is one of the best introductions to ham radio. I love how you categorized the equipment by which bands they support, their strength, and overlap that with the licenses.
This is really helping me to decide what kind of equipment I should focus on getting first as a new technician
Thanks for the kind donation.
That is the key along with the RIGHT antenna and setup. Let me know what you decide on.
Dear sir,
I would like to extend my gratitude to you for this series of videos that have cleared up the clutter in the HAM Radio section of my mind.
I was having back and forths for obtaining a license until I ordered a radio and then watched this beautiful presentation.
Now that I understand "what they're talkin about", I feel much more confident.
Thank you and have a good life!
Glad to help and thanks for taking the time to let me know. Best wishes on your Ham Radio experience.
Back in the late 90s, I started a course at Fort Hamilton NYC to obtain my license, but life made me stop. Now, I found this wonderful videos that explains the process of obtaining the technician license. Thank you very much for making them. They are wonderful! Hopefully, one day I will thank you in real voice over the radio waves. Warm regards from Brooklyn, NYC.
So, glad these videos can jump start your learning curve.
Thank you so much! Excellent overview! So easy to understand.
Sending much gratitude and healing prayers to you.
Thank you and I appreciate your prayers!!
Who's here after Helene? I've put this off for years but I think it's time now.
You can do it. Glad you see the need today!!
I have a technical background in electronics and even some experience in tower maintenance, and still this video helped alot.
There is far too much information out there to take on at one time, and people get intimidated before they attempt to take the technician test. This is a good breakdown of the info. I hope to attempt the technician test in a few months. Thanks.
I am so non technical yet I was able to get my license. I did a video on how to pass the Ham Test. Once I passed, I then was able to buy equipment THEN learn the important stuff. So glad you posted this. Thanks!!
Because of the floods in Brazil I saw the importance of ham radios. Next time, I wanna be prepared and help people. This was the best video with lots of infos for begginers like myself. Thanks a lot!
Great post and I hope other listen to your message. So sorry about your situation! Keep me posted on your progress.
FYI. I have an engineering background *but * still enjoy these videos! Thanks! I’m at general & really enjoying it (when I have time:) ). I started learning CW but still early in the process.
Coming from you , this means A LOT! Thank you for letting me know and have fun on CW. This is the ultimate level to get to.
You're the guy with the mega Tower 🗼! You did a video with your son. I just got my first ham radio I got two of them. A guy who owns the radio shop offered me to work there as a computer technician as his partner. I live in North Carolina also, I just moved here
I'm in Jacksonville
No mega tower here LOL!! Wire antennas deployed in a stealth format. Check out this video on doing 2M Digital comms with FSQ. Drew is now piloting JS8 since it works better with weaker signals. Maybe we can try this sometime but 2M is "line of sight" so I don't expect much. I have 50W radio and a good outside antenna.
FINALLY!!! The best by far. If you know nothing start here. Been trying to figure this all out for a year. I have several book watched many videos. This is spot on thanks heaps. Just Subscribed!! I have noticed many books and hams leave the little things out or jump around terms to keep you in the dark.💯💯
Glad to have you aboard. I made this to help others not go through the long learning curve I had to. Thanks for posting!!
Thank you MJ. Great video. I have my General which I obtained to use on my sailboat for communication with other cruisers, weather fax and email. After several years of sailing I sold my sailboat, return back to USA to care for my elderly parents and fell off my HAM Radio. Now trying to get back up to speed. I purchased another sailboat & need to purchase new radio equipment. This video is helping to refresh my brain.
Cheers, S/V Cork~N.C. KJ4KNV (D.L.)
You live an exciting life. A home on a sailboat sounds amazing. Know you can so many people with a press of the mike or even better yet, try doing HF Digital like JS8Call. Let me know if you do and see if we can connect.
Oh this is why the old school TVs had the UHF knob for the local TV stations like for instance Philly UHF stations are channel 17, 29, and 57
Absolutely. UHF/VHF on Analog allows for fading / tunning. Digital, on the other hand, is either working or not working. No tuning.
This is another excellent example of how to explain the basics of ham radio MJ, thank you!
Nothing out there comes close to the detail and quality of your delivery.
You’ve set the bar high and any UA-camrs who want to share their “knowledge” need to take note and start upping their game!
Thanks again for taking the time to produce these videos MJ, they’re very much appreciated! M7PPE
Wow, thanks for a GREAT compliment. I am humbled by your words.
Thank you for this. I’m getting interested in ham after also experiencing several prolonged power outages down here in SE Texas over the past few years. I also camp and day hike solo where there is no cell service, and think this may be a viable option over the expensive personal devices and subscriptions like Garmin inReach.
You can do it! I have a video on how to pass the test. Not as bad as I thought IF you know the trick to passing the test.
What a great video! I’ve seen your videos in reverse order, because I came across them when I was already well into the process. I got my tech then general about six weeks into diving into radio. Looking back this would have been a great initial introduction! Great refresher too.
Mate - thank you. Wanted to get my ticket - but it became overwhelming. Then I found you! Well done. Appreciate it greatly.
Glad I could help. I hope they get you up and running faster!
Just jumping in and I am so glad I found this video series. I am clueless. Just signed up for a free two month class with my local club and looking forward to jumping in. This put some of my anxieties surrounding learnings this skill to ease. Thank you!!
You got this! I am not technical and knew nothing about Ham Radio before taking the plunge. I do these videos to shorten the learning curve and fill in "information gaps" that I ran into. If you run into things you have questions, feel free to reach out. I also have handouts on setup and users instructions on the HF Digital Apps. Makes is easy to use going forward. Keep in touch and let me know how you do. HamRadioMadeSimple@gmail.com
You did not have to do this but I do appreciate this my friend!! Thank You :-)
Exceptional communication skills. You ave successfully explained the exact information I needed to get started. I was litterally having a meltdown last night after spending days on end trying to get started with getting my technicians license only to find litterally every good intended Ham operator flooding their explanations with verbage that was just too much too fast for a noobie. My frustration and stress level has finally come under control after watching this video. I have leaned more from you in 45 minutes that I have with several hours from others. I am very gateful for the other Hams, but a noob is a noob.
I am grateful for your instruction and am now motivated to continue.
Many thanks sir!
I just subbed.
Music to my ears bro. Thanks for taking the time to post a very encouraging word.
@@hamradiomadesimple 🙏 and God Bless!
Very good video. I just ordered some books for the Tech. and General licenses and have been looking around on UA-cam for some info on Ham radio . Up until I found yours they were either to complicated or just touched on one small aspect. I will say that this is the first time seeing any of this info (connected together) and my head is spinning a little after watching it. I will be watching it many more times as well as your other videos. You must be a teacher or just a natural at communicating this stuff. Thanks.
Hi I am 12, I am learning and studying to take a remote amature radio test. I’m taking about 5 weeks to study take the test and wait for my call sign to show up in the books. Please hope me luck and to get a license 😓
You can do it! Take your time and learn the overall concepts first. It will make sense once you do.
I have tried watching videos that are actually shorter than this, but you keep my attention! I also have a very non-technical background so this video came as a nice surprise and made it easier to understand for a non-techie. You have a great voice and keep the listener, listening!
Thank you for the kind words!!
So glad they are helping and thanks for the kind words.
ive be a cb user for over 30 years. and finally got talked into going for my tech exam. so im here to get a start on learning more before the test
Watch my video on how to pass the test: ua-cam.com/video/sil8lMibS00/v-deo.html
Excellent.
You teach in a way that I can learn.
Thank you!
Thanks, I am glad it works with you. When I started this about 2 years ago, I wondered if anyone would watch a UA-cam Channel, that just focused on teaching only? Also, using only Power Point. LOL. I am glad there are those out there that this format fits. Thanks for letting me know.
@@hamradiomadesimple Perfect format for me! I’m a visual learner. And, I need things presented in a logical manner. Again, thank you.
Thank u for doing all this. I know it was a few years ago now, but these videos you have made are really a huge help. It made me feel not so overwhelmed. So thank you.
You are so welcome! I did this for those who are walking behind me on this journey. It helps to have a map and compass in your hand as you plow forward into all of this.
Hope we will get many more youth coming in to ham radio with simple lessons like this. 73 Jon, VU2JO
Me too. Thanks for posting.
@@hamradiomadesimple 73
Great tuto Sir, thank you! It´s how they taught back In the 80´s when I was young. Don´t know what happened now, they just explain things In such a complicated way that It makes you´re head spin, when In realty the concept could be much simpler. Again, thank you, just got Into HAM radio (Yaesu FT-70d) and heading for my license, found you´re videos of much help. Congrats!
You are welcome and thank you for supporting the channel!
A great Teacher with great detailed FREE information 🙏Thanks soooo much, I'm definitely going to try this on my computer and I'm currently shopping for a handheld with bluetooth.
Glad it was helpful and thanks for the kind works my friend!!
Thank You! Stay Safe and hope you are well! I plan to share this series these days are pretty crazy so I feel we need to learn alternative means of doing everything and Ham radio is ideal for alternative communications. Thank You!
Yes, and your assessment is spot on. The reason I first got into Ham Radio. I focus a lot on what is knows as "EMCOMM". Emergency Communications. I have developed a network so we can know what is going on at all times. Get ready, time is running out.
@@hamradiomadesimple I'm on a channel called discover x we use radios I'm just learning but there's a cool crowd of vets all ages it's a small group....join us! We listen for eams, watch flights on flight radar etc it's cool! Lately it's tense but please drop in n say Hi!
Only had time tonight to watch half this video but it's excellently done and I will definitely be back to finish it up. TY sir
I hope this gets you going in the right direction.
19:50 the way it was explained to me is wave length is the distance between the same point on 2 waves next to each other, the frequency or Hertz is how many of those wavelengths go by in a period of time. So if more go by, thus the higher the frequency or Hz, the wave length must be smaller so more can fit in that same time period.
Great point and thanks for helping me with this insight! Cheers..
Excellent job. Terrific overview. I am just getting in, and I've already read some bummer stories about newbies getting into HAM, treatment from the vets. Won't let it deter me. Got my ARRL book coming for Tech, will move to General after that. Hope to find more good balanced information like this as I go forward. Thanks!
They are called "Sad Hams". I run into them too but there are more good guys than Sad Hams, so don't get discouraged!!
Thank you very much for covering these basics! Great place to start for beginners like me
You're very welcome! When I started my ham radio journey 2.5 years ago, I never could understand why there was no channel focused on teaching the basics. As I learn this stuff, I will do a video on that subject. Making it simple to understand and a method to build off of each key point. Thanks for taking the time to reach out and say THANKS!!
I’m disabled but have always wanted to be ham radio operator. My time here is running on the low side as I’ve had 3 heart attacks and a stroke but still have the fire in the belly to get a ham license. Thank you for your consideration…
Learning is great for your mind! When you keep using it , by learning new stuff, it will improve your outlook. Better to try now than regret later on. You can do it. I have a video on how to take the test: ua-cam.com/video/sil8lMibS00/v-deo.html
Just memorize the CORRECT answers. I explain it all in the video. Let me know how it goes!!!
@@hamradiomadesimple
Thank you so very much!!
Do it, and don't worry too much. You can even have a test online if you find travel difficult. Before that was a thing, examiner teams would sometimes give exams at where a disabled person was. I've been a ham for 36 years, and am totally blind...there are lots of hams with many kinds of disabilities, and, speaking for myself, ham radio has been very good to me. Jump in, you won't regret it.
The format in which you present all this information is great!
Glad you think so! When I first started, I wondered if it would fly in a UA-cam format. I am surprised by the results. Thanks for taking the time to let me know.
Great video. I've been a ham 4 years and this was well made!! Thanks
Awesome! Thank you for taking the time to let me know. It helps to know that the effort is worth the time, to get these videos out.
Getting into HAM radio and this by far is the best informative video I’ve found. Thank you for creating such a simple way of understanding without having any prior knowledge.
You are following my journey in Ham Radio. I had no prior understanding of Ham Radio and don't come from a technical background. Each video I released, is what I studied and tried to master. I then produced a video, to help others shorten their learning curve and build off of the knowledge I shared.
This is excellent work. Thx. Sill studying for my technician license. I’ll immediately go for general once I’m in the books. Just bought an Anytone hh for about 300 plus and of course like most newbies I’m hoping this new open source digital protocol catches on here in the states.
I have the Anytone AT-878 and AT-578. GREAT Radio. A ton of good videos from BridgeCom on how to use their radios.
Thanks for the video, very explanatory. I need to leave my IT background by the door because all I can think about is IP addressing rather than MHz. onto the next video.
Yes, exactly. Think of it as a different program language....
Like you , I realize dependency on the grid for communications untenable . I really appreciate your introduction to this new field of knowledge for me.
I believe going digital will ensure if there ever is a cataclysmic world event that we will be thrown into the Stone Age. Communication will be key to preventing the complete loss of knowledge and better our chances to rebuild Thank you
I am glad there are others (like you) that seem to get this concept. Thank you so much for sharing!!
I noticed that you are in the Raleigh area. I'm out in NW NC where moonshining and inbreeding go on, LOL. I'm going to use a handheld, at first, between Wilkes and my farm east of "Mayberry." Both Wilkes and Mount Airy have several repeaters. Very thorough vid. Thanks.
Very cool! Make sure to use Repeater Book to find the latest and greatest. Also, you can download a great app for your phone - Ham Callsign.
Great job explaining basic Ham radio to us beginners!!!!!!!!!!!!
Glad you enjoyed it! I did this so you could learn faster than I did. Hope this helps you going forward!
Exactly what I have been looking for...many thanks. Now, I am excited to learn more. Cheers!
Great to hear and dig in!!
This is a GREAT video! I have been studying like crazy and your explanations are excellent! This helped clear up a LOT of my confusion!! Thx 👍
Glad it was helpful! I had the same issue when I first got into Ham Radio and wanted to help others shorten their learning curve. Thanks for posting.
Thank you for your very informative videos! I am thinking of giving the HAM exam, and although some of the legal licence-info may not apply since I live in Greece which has a slightly different system, your vids are extremely helpful for novice orientation... Greetings from Athens, Greece!
I am so glad it is helping you. Love to see a new friend in Greece. Be safe and learn while the window of opportunity still exist.
I want to see you tell you thank you I watch ham 2.0 ham radio CC and this is the best content that I've seen so far keep up the good work
Appreciate your kind words. That is some compliment. I don't try to do what they do. I try and teach what I have been learning so others can get up to speed faster. Also, try and keep it simple :-) The value is in the material, not me. Again, thanks!!
Very informational for a newbie like me, thank you for taking the time to make this!
You're very welcome! That is why I do this.
The relationship between wavelength and frequency is: wavelength = speed of light divided by frequency.
wavelength (lambda) = c (speed of light) / f (frequency)
c = 299,792,458 meters per second
wavelength = 299,792,458 / f
Great info and thanks for posting this. You are way smarter then me!!
I have a few ham radios but don’t use them but keep them if SHTF since at that time it won’t matter if I have my license. But want to still get more educated about them.
Make sure you know how to program your radio, know the difference between digital and analog radios, how to use Repeaters (as long as they have power) and how to program simplex call frequencies. Then make sure you know HOW to use all that I stated above.
If you go to HF, the learning curve is much more steep. Like I always say "something is better than nothing"
This was very nicely done. Very well articulated and first vid that really punched through and connected a lot of dots for me
Thanks for taking the time to let me know and for supporting this channel.
I'm really enjoying your video. I do have one suggestion. Please replace "Duel" with "Dual" throughout.
Yeah, caught that too late. Once posted, NO CHANGES allowed unless copy right infringements. Sorry, doing my best with little to no help.
@@hamradiomadesimple Maybe you can find a sixth grader to help you with your spelling.
Fantastic and informative video. Just passed my Tech test two weeks ago but I have to admit did not really "understand" a lot of these important aspects of the hobby. Looking forward to viewing your next Part II vid, and maybe relooking at Part I. Thanks.
Great to hear! I have a full series of videos that will help you get up and running FASTER. Check out the UA-cam channel. When you get your General, I have a lot more especially on Digital HF. Have fun!!
Great clear presentation. I am prepping for my technician and general tests,. I have been on Ham forums for a month. This is the most clear overall presentation I have seen.
Awesome, thank you for the kind words. Make sure to watch my video on getting you Ham Radio License. Tips and Tricks.
I really like the way you start off explaining the vasic concepts. Ive watch several other people who go staight into all of the fcc rules and a bunch of technical jargon instead of explaining how this crap actually "physically" works. Like how the hell am i supposed to learn fcc rules and other technical stuff if i dont know how the hell this stuff ecen works haha.
I hear you. I am not technical and had no exposure to Ham Radio so it was a challenge. I decided to help others not have to go through the painful learning curve. Have fun and thanks for posting this.
Thanks a lot for breaking this down into eatable bits! Great overview. You have a new subscriber.
Welcome aboard! I hope all the other videos I have done, will make your ham radio journey much easier..
Fantastic video! The information was presented in a clean and concise way. You're very skilled at conveying information. I'm looking to get my license soon, and I'll be watching this series more than a couple times.
Thanks for the kind comments. I did a video on how to get your license. The process I've used and helped shorten the time. ua-cam.com/video/sil8lMibS00/v-deo.html Let me know how you do.
Thanks much for your efforts in making this available for a fellow Tarheel!! 🤠
COOL! Where in the state are you living? I am in Wake Forest area NE of Raleigh.
@@hamradiomadesimple SE of Salisbury a ways. Going for a ham license in Jan at the next local session. Awaiting approval on the GMRS.
I really enjoyed your approach and presentation in this vid.. 🤠👍
I love this! Glad to see people breaking things down and making them simple but not making them insomnia cures. For me, way back, the radio and electronics theory were hard...morse was easy and is still my favorite mode. Speaking of, when you nentioned preferences, and really everyone seems to do this... 10m also includes morse and digital privileges for Techs. Techs also get morse privileges on several other bands. Believe it or not, morse operation is alive and well, even thriving! Would love to see more new folks jump in! Anyhow, minor quibble. Keep up the great work! Vy 73 :-)
Morse is something down the road, I want to learn! Thanks for the kind words and great back story.
@@hamradiomadesimple I just read yesterday about your health challenges. Here's hoping you'll be back to full strength soon!
Thank you, MJ I know nothing but for some reason I have an interest in this and for the first time I feel like I can actually learn it thank you tomorrow I repeat video one
I started out the exact same way. No technical or ham radio background but somehow, I was able to put the 1000 piece puzzle together. I know you will too!!
I started out exactly the same way. No ham radio understanding and no technical background. You can do this!!
I know Morse code, but I'll have to look into this Morris code thing you reference at the begining.
LOL.....
Great introductory video. Im glad I came upon your channel. I am just starting and this channel is a great benefit. Looking forward to learning more. Thanks for putting the time into your videos. When I eventually get my license, I'll try to contact you through the airwaves.
You can do this. I am not a technical person but learned how to study and pass all the test. Check out my video on taking the test. Let me know when you get you license!!
Ham Radio made simple your utube videos are awesome my friend 😅😊
Thank you so much 😀. I hope it helps you get up and running FASTER!! Have fun.
Great video lots of information , after seeing this i think GMRS might be a better fit for me . I mainly use radios to communicate with our hunting camps and keep up with hunters .
Glad you are getting what works best for you. Practice and learn all you can now!! Have fun...
After reading 10 comments , stroke of genius to miss spell Morse (Morris) code,(people HAVE to comment) :-) anyway I'm one of the thousands that have bought a Quansheng k5 out of curiosity and now i find myself sitting with a electronic black brick in my hand. have watched p1 going to watch the rest of the episodes after digesting this one, very good and down to earth video. Thank you very much.
Thanks for your encouraging words and understanding. That was my first video and I did not pay as close attention as I try to today. I put too much trust in spell check.
Very informative and deepened my interest. Looking to get started on a cheaper radio before I elevate the tech.
Go for it! The only way to learn is by trial, error and instructional videos :-)
That was a great lesson. Thank you. Brett from New Zealand
Glad it was helpful Brett. I hope this helps shorten your learning curve.
Thank you very much for the video. Great overview.
Glad you enjoyed it!
General licensees may serve as VEs. They may only administer Technician exams. Existing Advanced licensees may serve as VEs and may administer Technician and General exams. Extra licensees may serve as VEs and may administer all ham radio exams. All VEs must serve under a VEC. The ARRL is one of the VECs. 73, NK5H
Good point. I was a VE for a while but the distance to the exam centers was too far to continue to do this. You are correct on your points. Well stated.
Amazing guide. Really helpful thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Iconic radios in a duel 😮.
Yep, wish I had a dollar for each time someone points that out. Along with Morris Code error LOL...
Thanks for the information and great explanation. I’m interested in a receiver only. At the beginning you mentioned the eton but it’s sold out everywhere. Is there another option that you would recommend ?
Check this link out. Let me know what you pick. www.savenetradio.org/best-shortwave-radios/
@@hamradiomadesimple will these radios pickup the ham radio bands? The specs are only up to 108 mhz
Great intro video, thank you!!
Glad you liked it!
Greetings and Salutations
I understand chemistry and also thought that with an explanation of carpentry & plumber in my background
Ham radio would come simply because I'd have to apply myself
I graduated in 2012 from some college now, I guessed at wilderness survival school and that paid out for my 2 kiddos and myself
Good luck, huh?? 😊 thanks 😊
I feel your pain so I started this channel. This does not have to be so complex. I hope my videos make the journey faster and easier.
OK, you did mention some of the point I was querying! In the UK it's Power rather than bands your restricted on! This is edited. 73s M7FDJ
I just heard about this a week ago. New rules came out on power restrictions in the UK. The most important area is not power but a great antenna at the right height. It is the equalizer 😊
Very informative and greatly appreciated
Glad it was helpful! Trying to shorten your learning curve.
Thank you so much , you made it clear and simple :)
Glad to hear that! I just hope these videos are helping make it easier to understand and shorten our learning curve. I am not a technical person so I am looking at this from a non-techie who was to learn it from a practical perspective. Thanks for the kind words.
@@hamradiomadesimple as you said , you are not a technical but you explained things (visually also step by step) in a very good way👍🏼👍🏼
Yes, a few typos. But I think the value of the information and the personable and accessible way MJ presents it is fantastic. I hope he makes a thousand more videos. THANKS MJ!
Thanks for posting this. I have received many like this since posting this video. Wish I could correct it but UA-cam won't let me without deleting it completely.
well DEFINATELY don't do that! It's actually helpful! When I recommend someone to watch, it helps me know if people were really paying attention when watching the video or if they just say that watch. (Just tell people that was the point and they were intentional.) 😁 I hope you make a thousand more!@@hamradiomadesimple
Always one in the crowd lol
I enjoyed your presentation very much.
Thank you for letting me know and I hope it helps you get up and running faster!!
Good content! Thank you! I keep thinking that UHF and VHF are going to duel to the death (ie versus Dual).
They are and I think VHF is winning LOL...
Very informative, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you !! Great info for a novice .
Glad it was helpful!
thoroughly enjoyed! Thank you
So glad it was helpful!
Extremely informative and well laid out. Thank you!
Thanks for taking the time to let me know. It can be challenging when you first start getting into Ham Radio. I had no exposure to Ham Radio nor am I a technical person. Some how I was able to figure it out but I pray your learning curve now is much shorter!!
Great read!!! will continue to follow.
Thank you! Glad it is helping. That is my stated mission :-)
N00b here as well. When you speak of frequency, am I correct in assuming it to be similar to that kid in the car with the bass turned up and those low frequency sound waved penetrating through everything within its range while the high frequency is easily absorbed by materials and structures? Seems low frequency would be better when in close proximity to structures or natural elements.
The various frequencies act differently from each other. Some go straight out while others launch upward and bounce off the atmosphere. Some bounce off of objects like buildings and water towers. The beauty of ham radio is, we have access to many different ones that allow us to direct our reach accordingly.
I’m local to you in Cary. Just got a gmrs license and some HTs just to see how I like the hobby and to be able to use them with my family while on vacation. I’m now interested in getting into ham and teaching my 14yo son and eventually other kids too. What is a good local source to help me get set up with the right equipment? The choices of radios/power supplies/antennas is mind boggling. Thanks in advance for your help! -John
There are so many variable and opinions out there. Budget? Hobby / fun only? SHTF setup? What are you looking to do in ham radio? Club and local activities?
@@hamradiomadesimple Thanks so much for your reply! Honestly, I’m still at the very beginning and learning. Probably, initially I’ll be looking at a mobile/base station combo and Handhelds until I get my feet wet enough to venture into HF. We’ll start with getting a technician license and go from there. I was interested in talking with you mainly because you are in the triangle area and have great knowledge of which systems work best in our area. My other question is about the feasibility of putting an HF capable antenna on our roof in the center of Cary. We don’t have an HOA but the town is pretty strict in about lots of things! Are there some less than giant options that will suffice? Would definitely be interested in a club if there is one that would be welcoming to me and my son as well as someone to help us get started especially with getting an antenna up and equipment installed once we get into HF. Thanks in advance for your help!