{"product_id":"ham-radio-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Ham Radio for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eH. Ward Silver\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRespond to the call of ham radio \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDespite its old-school reputation, amateur radio is on the rise, and the airwaves are busier than ever. That's no surprise: being a ham is a lot of fun, providing an independent way to keep in touch with friends, family, and new acquaintances around the world--and even beyond with its ability to connect with the International Space Station  Hams are also good in a crisis, keeping communications alive and crackling during extreme weather events and loss of communications until regular systems like cell phones and the internet are restored. Additionally, it's enjoyable for good, old-fashioned tech geek reasons--fiddling with circuits and bouncing signals off the ionosphere just happens to give a lot of us a buzz  \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf one or more of these benefits is of interest to you, then good news: the new edition of \u003ci\u003eHam Radio For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e covers them all  In his signature friendly style, longtime ham Ward Silver (Call Sign N AX)--contributing editor with the American Radio Relay League--patches you in on everything from getting the right equipment and building your station (it doesn't have to be expensive) to the intricacies of Morse code and Ohm's law. In addition, he coaches you on how to prepare for the FCC-mandated licensing exam and tunes you up for ultimate glory in the ham radio hall of fame as a Radiosport competitor  With this book, you'll learn to: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet up and organize your station \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunicate with people around the world \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrep for and pass the FCC exam \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTune into the latest tech, such as digital mode operating \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're looking to join a public service club or want the latest tips on the cutting edge of ham technology, this is the perfect reference for newbies and experts alike--and will keep you happily hamming it up for years  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHam it up with this handy how-to guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the \"ham\" club! A classic pastime that has captured hearts and minds for generations, amateur radio is a great way to connect with people around the world. And it's one of our most important communications systems, too. \u003ci\u003eHam Radio For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e will help you get started in the ham community, operating your own radio station. Plus, you'll have the latest tips and trends at your fingertips. This is a perfect reference for both established hams and those new to the fun of amateur radio!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside. . .\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cli\u003eConnect with other hams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore tools and test instruments used by hams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObtain your license and call sign\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse computers and digital ham radio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide emergency communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetermine your operating specialty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterpret ham radio jargon\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWard Silver, \u003c\/b\u003e NØAX, has been a ham since 1972 when he ear-ned his Novice license. Ward is the lead editor for the \u003ci\u003eARRL Radio Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e and the \u003ci\u003eARRL -Antenna Book\u003c\/i\u003e. He is the author of the ARRL \u003ci\u003eLicense Manuals\u003c\/i\u003e and several other books on ham radio topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 448\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9.4 x 7.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 20, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44434018304102,"sku":"9781119695608","price":43.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/QzNUekw0MFRqZ20wWkJxWUN5ZG43Zz09.webp?v=1770414686","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/ham-radio-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}