DMR Explained for Beginners
If you’ve been around ham radio for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the term DMR come up. Maybe […]
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Programming, repeaters, mobile install
Video: 10 Contacts Before We Left the Park | POTA Challenge
This video breaks down the exciting world of POTA, or Parks on the Air, showing you exactly how to get
HF vs VHF vs UHF: Which Ham Radio Band Should You Use?
If you’re new to ham radio, you’ve probably noticed that hams talk about HF, VHF, and UHF all the time
How to Use Ham Radio Repeaters: Your First Steps on VHF and UHF
One of the first things new hams discover is this: simplex (radio-to-radio) communication on VHF and UHF has limited range.
FT-8 Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to the Most Popular Digital Mode
If you’ve been around ham radio for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the term FT-8 thrown around —
How to Do Your First POTA Activation: A Step-by-Step Guide
You’ve got your license. You’ve made some contacts on your radio from home or in your vehicle. Now you’re ready
Ham Radio Exam Study Guide: How to Pass Your Technician Test the First Time
You’ve decided to get your ham radio license. Now comes the question everyone asks: how hard is the ham radio
How to Program a Baofeng UV-5R — Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
Learn how to program your Baofeng UV-5R in minutes with this step-by-step guide. Covers CHIRP software and manual programming — no prior experience needed.