Simplex, Duplex, Offset and Split
Some time ago, a ham on twitter posted about a “2m SSB simplex contact” he had made. Another ham replied…
On-Air Operations (19)
Standard Phonetic Alphabet (T2C03)
T2C03from the 2018-2022 Technician License Course Section 2.3, Call Signs: T2C03: What should be done when using voice modes to…
Working DX
One way to work a lot of DX on a weekend is to participate in a DX contest on the…
Phonetic Alphabets
For clear communications under all conditions, we use a phonetic alphabet for spelling out critical information. Instead of “A B…
HF Operations: The Difference with HF
For many newer hams the world of HF operations may seem a strange and mysterious place. There are no comforting…
Split Mode Operations (G4A03)
The 2019-2023 General License question pool asks the meaning of split mode operations: G4A03: What is normally meant by operating…
Transmitting Privileges (T1E04)
The 2022-2026 Technician License question pool quizzes you on the transmitting privileges of a station based on FCC Part 97…
Receiver Signal Discrimination (T7A04)
The 2022-2026 Technician License question pool includes a question about the ability of a receiver to discriminate between multiple signals.
