Listen Live
You can now listen to our Fort Worth ham radio SDRs live online. You can freely tune between 24.000 MHz and 1.799 GHz. This system is located in western Tarrant county at around a 40ft [Read More…]
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What Is CW In Ham Radio?
Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes What Is CW In Ham Radio? CW, also known as Continuous Wave, is a mode of communication in amateur radio that involves encoding messages through the transmission of on-off tones. CW has a rich history [Read More…]
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Ham Radio Licensing Levels (USA)
Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Ham Radio Licensing Levels (USA) In the United States, there are three main types of ham radio licensing levels – technician, general and extra. Technician Class The entry-level license is the Technician license, which allows [Read More…]
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Amateur Radio Licensing And Regulations
Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Amateur Radio Licensing And Regulations Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, offers a world of opportunity for communication, experimentation, and community engagement. However, before diving into this exciting world, it’s essential to understand the [Read More…]
Announcements
New Feature: Photo Galleries Added
Estimated Reading Time: < 1 minute New photo galleries have been added to Ham Encounters. Share your Ham Shack or Field Day photos for others to enjoy! We plan to add more galleries in the near future, if you have ideas, [Read More…]
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What Is Ham Radio Field Day?
Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes What Is Ham Radio Field Day? Ham Radio Field Day is an annual event held by amateur radio enthusiasts across the globe. The main objective of this event is to test and improve emergency communication [Read More…]
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A Brief History Of Ham Radio
Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes A Brief History Of Ham Radio Amateur Radio has a rich history dating back over 100 years. It originated in the early 20th century with the development of wireless telegraphy technology by pioneers such as [Read More…]
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Does Anyone Still Use Ham Radio?
Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Does Anyone Still Use Ham Radio? Yes, people still use ham radio! Also known as amateur radio, in many parts of the world. While the popularity of ham radio has declined compared to the past, [Read More…]
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Different Types Of Coaxial Cables
Estimated Reading Time: 12 minutes Different Types Of Coaxial Cables There are several types of coaxial cables available for ham radio operators. The most commonly used is the RG-8X, which is a standard-sized cable that provides excellent performance at affordable [Read More…]
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2m/70cm Ham And CB Frequencies
Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes 2m/70cm Ham And CB Frequencies Ham radio and Citizens Band (CB) radio are two popular communication methods used by amateur radio enthusiasts. Both of these radios operate on specific frequencies, with 2m and 70cm being [Read More…]