Ham Radio Operator's Guide

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Summary: Totally Awesome
Review: This book has it all - you really need to get it if you are into ham radio like I am! There is some key information here that I haven't found in other sources. The best!

Rating:
Summary: Totally Awesome
Review: This book has it all - you really need to get it if you are into ham radio like I am! There is some key information here that I haven't found in other sources. The best!

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Summary: For Those Interested in Amateur Radio
Review: This guide provides a fascinating overview of Amateur (Ham) Radio from how to get a Ham Radio license to a wide range of information on Amateur Radio communications to some basic electronics projects for your Ham Shack.

"Ham Radio Operator's Guide" starts off with an overview of the Ham License Classes, including the spectrum's and modes each license is allowed to operate on. Unfortunately, despite being published only last year, the Federal Communications Commission changed the number and types of Amateur Radio licenses for the United States. Regardless, the advice about how to study for and take the examinations is still valid.

The book continues with a discussion of all of the things you can do with a Amateur Radio License. The author covers the basic characteristics of the various frequency bands and modes of transmission that Hams use. He also discusses the basic electronics equipment required to communicate and operate a radio shack, from transmitters and receivers to microphones and power supplies.

The "Ham Radio Operator's Guide" describes many of the activities that Ham Radio Clubs conduct, from swap meets and field days to fox hunts and educational efforts. In addition to discussing why all Amateur Radio operators should join their local Ham Radio Club, the author comments on Ham traditions, conventions and etiquette.

Finally, the book wraps up with eight simple electronics contruction projects for useful items from a field strength meter and radio frequency relay to four different types of antennas.

After a successful career as a photojournalist, the author, Carl Bergquist, KG4AIC, has turned to his lifelong hobby of electronics and writes articles for Popular Electronics and Electronics Now. He wrote "Ham Radio Operator's Guide" from the perspective of a new potential radio amateur. His writing style is very entertaining, keeping what could be dry, technical topics fresh and interesting.

I strongly recommend this book for anyone who thinks they might be interested in becoming an Amateur Radio operator or in learning what being a Ham is like.

Review by Mike Powers, Radideo.com Guide, November 2000

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Summary: Youn cnt go without it
Review: This ook has erything that you need to know about Hm Radio. It even includes field guids! This bookis great for all ages. I truely recomendit!

Rating:
Summary: Youn cnt go without it
Review: This ook has erything that you need to know about Hm Radio. It even includes field guids! This bookis great for all ages. I truely recomendit!