Ham Radio or Amateur Radio clubs are an integral part of Amateur Radio. In fact the oldest club was formed in 1909. It is generally accepted that you will contact …
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What are contests – how do I take part?
As soon as you get on the air, you are going to hear about contests, either through amateur radio news articles, or even worse, you are trying to get on …
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What’s VHF/UHF Radio & Repeaters all about?
In very simple terms, VHF / UHF Communications is a very vast subject and a simple article like this is not going to do it justice. It also depends on …
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Waiting for Foundation Exams – What to Do?
Now it’s time to relax. Now, that doesn’t mean forgetting about it until exam time comes around, but what is does mean is getting yourself prepared to enjoy amateur radio …
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Is 10 watts enough or am I wasting my time?
Amateur radio is a delicate balance (especially in suburbia) of installing what you need and want, whilst at the same time, making sure your neighbours are not affected by interference …
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