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How Important Is The Ground Plane On A Mobile Ham Antenna?

April 3, 2026 txg22 0

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How Important Is The Ground Plane On A Mobile Ham Antenna? What Is An Antenna Ground Plane? In mobile installations, the ground plane provides the antenna with a reference plane against which to radiate and [Read More…]

Listen Live

February 26, 2024 admin Comments Off

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…]

What Is CW In Ham Radio?

February 21, 2024 txg22 0

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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…]

Ham Radio Licensing Levels (USA)

February 20, 2024 txg22 0

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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…]

Amateur Radio Licensing And Regulations

February 20, 2024 txg22 0

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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…]

New Feature: Photo Galleries Added

June 11, 2023 txg22 0

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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…]

What Is Ham Radio Field Day?

May 27, 2023 txg22 0

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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…]

A Brief History Of Ham Radio

May 26, 2023 txg22 0

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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…]

Does Anyone Still Use Ham Radio?

May 25, 2023 txg22 0

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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…]

Different Types Of Coaxial Cables

May 24, 2023 txg22 0

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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…]