Subj : Re: how to tune into ham radio?
To   : candycane
From : Weatherman
Date : Thu Aug 24 2023 09:56 am

> Hi!
> I've never used ham radio before, but the ham radio scene seems quite cool.
> Does anyone have any recommendations for a radio to buy and how to tune into
> one?

I think the best way to start is by listening.  You can listen to local traffic
on UHF/VHF scanners, analog will do, digital not needed.  You can also try some
of the scanner apps available for phones and tablets.  Many of those will have
the capability to listen in on local VHF and UHF repeaters.

For worldwide listening, grab a fairly decent shortwave receive that has
LSB/USB (Lower Side Band/Upper Side Band) and AM capability.  You'll want to be
able to listen to 80, 40, 30, 20, 15, and 10 meter bands.  160 meter would be
nice, but doubtful you'll find a portable SW receiver that would function
satisfactorily there.

Listen to the traffic, if you find that you'd like to be licensed to transmit,
contact a local radio club and see if they offer any licensing classes.

My wife got her ticket after studying for only three days.  The Technician
ticket is very easy to get.  All you have to do is pass a 35 question multiple
choice exam.

                                                      Regards,
                                                -==*>Weatherman<*==-

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