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Passed
the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy?
Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
"Jennie" wrote in message ... | the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? | Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... | | I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the | roof of my car and in my attic... | | Under 300 if possible. | | | What is the best Code training stuff out there? | | Thanks G4FON for the code - free for download. Google it and you'll find it. I *highly* recommend the Icom IC-T2H 2 meter handheld. I love mine! Unless you live in a big metro area (If you do, you will want 2 meters and 70 cm on your HT). I got my HT for 90 bucks, and get consistent *excellent* audio and signal reports, because it puts out a full 5 watts. Get some NiMH batteries at Sam's Club (the 2000+ maH rated ones), and a charger, and you'll have a LONG lasting battery setup to go with it, all still on the cheap. 73, Steve Lawrence KAØPMD Burnsville, Minnesota "If a man wants his dreams to come true then he must wake up." - Anonymous --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.788 / Virus Database: 533 - Release Date: 11/1/04 |
"Jennie" wrote in message ... | I think I like a dual band. I live around Atlanta, ga. 2 and 70.. Yes, that's definitely what I'd go for. Universal Radio, AES, and Ham Radio Outlet (HRO) are good starting places for the purpose of comparing. 73, Steve Lawrence KAØPMD Burnsville, Minnesota "If a man wants his dreams to come true then he must wake up." - Anonymous --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.788 / Virus Database: 533 - Release Date: 11/1/04 |
Congrads on passing the test Jennie
Be sure you want an HT instead of a mobile. A mobile can be easily removed from the car and used as base station (with an external power supply) For $300 you can buy both an HT and a mobile and a power supply -- example HT - ICOM IC-T2H and an ICOM 2100H Mobile Suggest you go to a local Radio Store in your area -- look at and try out the various HT's and mobiles and discuss them with the sales people. Lots of HT Reviews are at URL: http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/49 Lots of mobile reviews at URL: http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/38 The best code practice program is the one that works for you. Beware of advice that sez -- "this is the best one" as it might have been for the person who recommended same but just doesn't click with you. For Morse trainer freebees and demos see URL: http://ac6v.com/morseprograms.htm For how to learn the code (varies with the individual) see URL: http://ac6v.com/morseaids.htm#Learn Two things that almost all will recommend is: "Study EVERY day for 20 minutes to a half hour" AND "Whatever method you use, try to *hear* the code directly as a letter. IOW, don't try to translate the sound into dot-dash and translate that into A, just hear the dot-dash and think A. Easier said than done, but when you master it your receiving speed will increase dramatically." The AVERAGE person needs about 30 hours of study and practice on the code to hit 5 wpm. Good Luck -- The Anon Keyboard I doubt, therefore I might be "Jennie" wrote in message ... the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
I noticed that some are 2 Meter/440 MHz
Are those two ranges for technician too? "Keyboard In The Wilderness" wrote in message news:HNcjd.119245$hj.60542@fed1read07... Congrads on passing the test Jennie Be sure you want an HT instead of a mobile. A mobile can be easily removed from the car and used as base station (with an external power supply) For $300 you can buy both an HT and a mobile and a power supply -- example HT - ICOM IC-T2H and an ICOM 2100H Mobile Suggest you go to a local Radio Store in your area -- look at and try out the various HT's and mobiles and discuss them with the sales people. Lots of HT Reviews are at URL: http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/49 Lots of mobile reviews at URL: http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/38 The best code practice program is the one that works for you. Beware of advice that sez -- "this is the best one" as it might have been for the person who recommended same but just doesn't click with you. For Morse trainer freebees and demos see URL: http://ac6v.com/morseprograms.htm For how to learn the code (varies with the individual) see URL: http://ac6v.com/morseaids.htm#Learn Two things that almost all will recommend is: "Study EVERY day for 20 minutes to a half hour" AND "Whatever method you use, try to *hear* the code directly as a letter. IOW, don't try to translate the sound into dot-dash and translate that into A, just hear the dot-dash and think A. Easier said than done, but when you master it your receiving speed will increase dramatically." The AVERAGE person needs about 30 hours of study and practice on the code to hit 5 wpm. Good Luck -- The Anon Keyboard I doubt, therefore I might be "Jennie" wrote in message ... the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 17:52:13 -0500, "Jennie" wrote:
I think I like a dual band. I live around Atlanta, ga. 2 and 70.. remainder of post snipped for brevity's sake Jennie, First off, congratulations! You might want to see if there are many 220 MHz repeaters in your area - if so I recommend the Kenwood TH-F6 as it has 2 meters, 220 and 440. Not as 'bullet proof' regarding intermod as some dual band radio's I've had but that is also due to it's wideband receive (100 KHz to 1.3 GHz). As to dual-band radios I've had decent luck with a Yaesu FT-50, it has been dropped on hard surfaces (not intentially) bounced around in a backpack and even rained on and it still works. I've not used Icom HT's but have an R2 scanner and R75 receiver and am pleased with their performance as well. Each of the "Big 3" (Icom, Kenwood, Yaesu) have their own scheme for operating controls - as well as champions & detractors. If you can shop locally then do so as it will give you a chance to play around with the various manufacturer's models and allow you to decide which one 'feels best' in your hand - and don't forget to ask to see the manual to figure out which one's operating scheme and instructions are easiest to deal with. My advice follow's Steve's regarding batteries - don't spend money on an extra NiMH battery, check which ones take an "AA" pack and also check the instructions for how much power is available on that pack. For instance, the Yaesu FT-50 puts out 2 - 21/2 watts on teh "AA" pack whereas the Kenwood TH-F6 only puts out 1/2 watt. Again, congratulations & enjoy the hobby, Howard |
Jennie -- from the ARRL site URL:
http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/reg.../allocate.html Techs have all of the following privileges: 6 Meters All Amateurs except Novices: 50.0-50.1 MHz: CW Only 50.1-54.0 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 2 Meters All Amateurs except Novices: 144.0-144.1 MHz: CW Only 144.1-148.0 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 1.25 Meters The FCC has allocated 219-220 MHz to amateur use on a secondary basis. This allocation is only for fixed digital message forwarding systems operated by all licensees except Novices. Amateur operations must not cause interference to, and must accept interference from, primary services in this and adjacent bands. Amateur stations are limited to 50 W PEP output and 100 kHz bandwidth. Automated Maritime Telecommunications Systems (AMTS) stations are the primary occupants in this band. Amateur stations within 398 miles of an AMTS station must notify the station in writing at least 30 days prior to beginning operations. Amateur stations within 50 miles of an AMTS station must get permission in writing from the AMTS station before beginning operations. ARRL Headquarters maintains a database of AMTS stations. The FCC requires that amateur operators provide written notification including the station's geographic location to the ARRL for inclusion in a database at least 30 days before beginning operations. See Section 97.303(e) of the FCC Rules. Novice (Novices are limited to 25 watts PEP output), Technician, Technician Plus, General, Advanced, Amateur Extra classes: 222.00-225.00 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 70 Centimeters All Amateurs except Novices: 420.0-450.0 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 33 Centimeters All Amateurs except Novices: 902.0-928.0 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 23 Centimeters Novice class: 1270-1295 MHz: CW, phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data (maximum power, 5 watts PEP) All Amateurs except Novices: 1240-1300 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data Higher Frequencies: All modes and licensees (except Novices) are authorized on the following bands [FCC Rules, Part 97.301(a)]: 2300-2310 MHz 2390-2450 MHz 3300-3500 MHz 5650-5925 MHz 10.0-10.5 GHz 24.0-24.25 GHz 47.0-47.2 GHz 75.5-81.0 GHz* 119.98-120.02 GHz 142-149 GHz 241-250 GHz All above 300 GHz 2M that is 144 to 148 MHz is the mostly commonly used followed by 440 MHz band (70cm) In a nutshell -- all authorized frequencies from 50 MHz (6M) and up -- The Anon Keyboard I doubt, therefore I might be "Jennie" wrote in message ... I noticed that some are 2 Meter/440 MHz Are those two ranges for technician too? "Keyboard In The Wilderness" wrote in message news:HNcjd.119245$hj.60542@fed1read07... Congrads on passing the test Jennie Be sure you want an HT instead of a mobile. A mobile can be easily removed from the car and used as base station (with an external power supply) For $300 you can buy both an HT and a mobile and a power supply -- example HT - ICOM IC-T2H and an ICOM 2100H Mobile Suggest you go to a local Radio Store in your area -- look at and try out the various HT's and mobiles and discuss them with the sales people. Lots of HT Reviews are at URL: http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/49 Lots of mobile reviews at URL: http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/38 The best code practice program is the one that works for you. Beware of advice that sez -- "this is the best one" as it might have been for the person who recommended same but just doesn't click with you. For Morse trainer freebees and demos see URL: http://ac6v.com/morseprograms.htm For how to learn the code (varies with the individual) see URL: http://ac6v.com/morseaids.htm#Learn Two things that almost all will recommend is: "Study EVERY day for 20 minutes to a half hour" AND "Whatever method you use, try to *hear* the code directly as a letter. IOW, don't try to translate the sound into dot-dash and translate that into A, just hear the dot-dash and think A. Easier said than done, but when you master it your receiving speed will increase dramatically." The AVERAGE person needs about 30 hours of study and practice on the code to hit 5 wpm. Good Luck -- The Anon Keyboard I doubt, therefore I might be "Jennie" wrote in message ... the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
That bandplan is outdated. There is no longer a novice class, all novices
were upgraded to technicians. Techs have all priveledges above 50 MHz. "Keyboard In The Wilderness" wrote in message news:wZejd.119274$hj.87993@fed1read07... Jennie -- from the ARRL site URL: http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/reg.../allocate.html Techs have all of the following privileges: 6 Meters All Amateurs except Novices: 50.0-50.1 MHz: CW Only 50.1-54.0 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 2 Meters All Amateurs except Novices: 144.0-144.1 MHz: CW Only 144.1-148.0 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 1.25 Meters The FCC has allocated 219-220 MHz to amateur use on a secondary basis. This allocation is only for fixed digital message forwarding systems operated by all licensees except Novices. Amateur operations must not cause interference to, and must accept interference from, primary services in this and adjacent bands. Amateur stations are limited to 50 W PEP output and 100 kHz bandwidth. Automated Maritime Telecommunications Systems (AMTS) stations are the primary occupants in this band. Amateur stations within 398 miles of an AMTS station must notify the station in writing at least 30 days prior to beginning operations .Amateurstationswithin50milesofanAMTSstation must get permission in writing from the AMTS station before beginning operations. ARRLHeadquartersmaintainsadatabaseofAMTSstations.T heFCC requires that amateur operators provide written notification including the station's geographic location to the ARRL for inclusion in a database at least 30 days before beginning operati ons.SeeSection97.303oftheFCC Rules. Novice (Novices are limited to 25 watts PEP output), Technician, Technician Plus, General, Advanced, Amateur Extra classes: 222.00-225.00 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 70 Centimeters All Amateurs except Novices: 420.0-450.0 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 33 Centimeters All Amateurs except Novices: 902.0-928.0 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data 23 Centimeters Novice class: 1270-1295 MHz: CW, phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data (maximum power, 5 watts PEP) All Amateurs except Novices: 1240-1300 MHz: CW, Phone, Image, MCW, RTTY/Data Higher Frequencies: All modes and licensees (except Novices) are authorized on the following bands [FCC Rules, Part 97.301(a)]: 2300-2310 MHz 2390-2450 MHz 3300-3500 MHz 5650-5925 MHz 10.0-10.5 GHz 24.0-24.25 GHz 47.0-47.2 GHz 75.5-81.0 GHz* 119.98-120.02 GHz 142-149 GHz 241-250 GHz All above 300 GHz 2M that is 144 to 148 MHz is the mostly commonly used followed by 440 MHz band (70cm) In a nutshell -- all authorized frequencies from 50 MHz (6M) and up -- The Anon Keyboard I doubt, therefore I might be "Jennie" wrote in message ... I noticed that some are 2 Meter/440 MHz Are those two ranges for technician too? "Keyboard In The Wilderness" wrote in message news:HNcjd.119245$hj.60542@fed1read07... Congrads on passing the test Jennie Be sure you want an HT instead of a mobile. A mobile can be easily removed from the car and used as base station (with an external power supply) For $300 you can buy both an HT and a mobile and a power supply -- example HT - ICOM IC-T2H and an ICOM 2100H Mobile Suggest you go to a local Radio Store in your area -- look at and try out the various HT's and mobiles and discuss them with the sales people. Lots of HT Reviews are at URL: http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/49 Lots of mobile reviews at URL: http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/38 The best code practice program is the one that works for you. Beware of advice that sez -- "this is the best one" as it might have been for the person who recommended same but just doesn't click with you. For Morse trainer freebees and demos see URL: http://ac6v.com/morseprograms.htm For how to learn the code (varies with the individual) see URL: http://ac6v.com/morseaids.htm#Learn Two things that almost all will recommend is: "Study EVERY day for 20 minutes to a half hour" AND "Whatever method you use, try to *hear* the code directly as a letter. IOW, don't try to translate the sound into dot-dash and translate that into A, just hear the dot-dash and think A. Easier said than done, but when you master it your receiving speed will increase dramatically." The AVERAGE person needs about 30 hours of study and practice on the code to hit 5 wpm. Good Luck -- The Anon Keyboard I doubt, therefore I might be "Jennie" wrote in message ... the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
Radio Flyer wrote: That bandplan is outdated. There is no longer a novice class, all novices were upgraded to technicians. Techs have all priveledges above 50 MHz. I'm not sure how all that works out though, as the FCC still lists the Novice Class license, see: http://www.arrl.org/fcc/stats.html Data as of 5 November. dxAce Michigan USA |
"dxAce" wrote in message I'm not sure how all that works out though, as the FCC still lists the Novice Class license, see: http://www.arrl.org/fcc/stats.html Data as of 5 November. dxAce Michigan USA You are right. I had always assumed that novices became technicians. But actually tech plusses before 1987 became generals. I found this http://www.arrl.org/news/restructuring/faq.html about the restructuring. |
Radio Flyer wrote: "dxAce" wrote in message I'm not sure how all that works out though, as the FCC still lists the Novice Class license, see: http://www.arrl.org/fcc/stats.html Data as of 5 November. dxAce Michigan USA You are right. I had always assumed that novices became technicians. But actually tech plusses before 1987 became generals. I found this http://www.arrl.org/news/restructuring/faq.html about the restructuring. I guess this statement at the bottom of that page says it all: Novice desiring to upgrade to Technician with HF privileges: You must pass Element 3A before April 15, or pass Element 2 on/after April 15. dxAce Michigan USA |
Howard wrote:
On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 17:52:13 -0500, "Jennie" wrote: I think I like a dual band. I live around Atlanta, ga. 2 and 70.. remainder of post snipped for brevity's sake Jennie, First off, congratulations! You might want to see if there are many 220 MHz repeaters in your area - if so I recommend the Kenwood TH-F6 as it has 2 meters, 220 and 440. Not as 'bullet proof' regarding intermod as some dual band radio's I've had but that is also due to it's wideband receive (100 KHz to 1.3 GHz). The shortwave reception is nothing to write home about..at least according to these people. http://www.ticon.net/~n9ewo/thf6.html mike |
Congratulations!
I would suggest the Yaesu VX5R. 2 meters, 440, and 6 meters. Hears about everything else, and you can find one used for about 200. Good luck with the code. -- Dave, Icom 746pro, Drake R-8, Grundig YB-400pe Icom V-8000, Yaesu VX5R, Uniden 780xlt, R.S. Pro 95, R.S. Pro 2066 G.E. SR3 "Jennie" wrote in message ... the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks ----== Posted via Newsfeeds.Com - Unlimited-Uncensored-Secure Usenet News==---- http://www.newsfeeds.com The #1 Newsgroup Service in the World! 100,000 Newsgroups ---= East/West-Coast Server Farms - Total Privacy via Encryption =--- |
I'd ignore the Steve fellow. He's not participating with all his
facilities. Your location and its VHF/UHF activity would play a role in which radio would be a better option for you. For example, if you're in an area where nobody used 440 then buying a duo-bander HT wouldn't really be too much more useful than buying a simple 2m HT. I've noticed that a lot of 2m/440 HT's are much more susceptible to intermod and intereference from strong nearby pager signals whereas all my 2m HT's never even noticed their existence. If you wish to use this with an external mobile and house antenna, perhaps an HT with a BNC connection on top with its antenna would be best. The SMA connection found on some HT's is a bit more annoying for such purposes. A simple PL259/BNC adapater could be used then in your car for the mobile antenna. Be aware, though, that using such adapters and external antennas can cause a lot of stress on your HT at the antenna input spot. This extra stress could cause components to break in that area. I've seen that many times. Good luck, jennie. Also, don't be afraid to listen on-air as much as possible to pick up helpful advice on-the-air and to determine which local VHF/UHF users are complete idiots. I recommend determining which local radio ops are completely clueless and avoid at all cost any of their advice. The last thing you want to do is ruin a brand new HT because some local idiot on a repeater gave you some very bad advice. I don't know where you're located but in the Pacific Northwest, the bottom of the barrel can be found on 2m. On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 16:42:51 -0500, "Jennie" wrote: the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
I have a IC-T7H and it's nice though quite susceptible to intermod.
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On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 17:52:13 -0500, "Jennie" wrote:
I think I like a dual band. I live around Atlanta, ga. 2 and 70.. Do you have any plans on upgrading to general and getting on HF? |
On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 15:06:15 -0800, "Keyboard In The Wilderness"
wrote: Be sure you want an HT instead of a mobile. A mobile can be easily removed from the car and used as base station (with an external power supply) I've done that very thing for many years though have base rigs here capable of 2m/440. I mostly bring the mobile rig in with me because there are too may druggies around looking for something to steal. The biggest benefit is being able to use your car battery easily and be able to run 50+ watts from the mobile. HT's can be cumbersome if you wish to use an adapter for the external antenna, an adapter for DC thru the cigarette lighter, and perhaps even an adapter for an external mic. |
Techs are allowed everything above 50 MHz, Jennie.
On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 19:30:18 -0500, "Jennie" wrote: I noticed that some are 2 Meter/440 MHz Are those two ranges for technician too? |
That is what I want, something to get me started until I learn and pass the
code test. I am more of a visual learner than a dot, ditto person... Thanks "JuLiE Dxer" wrote in message ... I'd ignore the Steve fellow. He's not participating with all his facilities. Your location and its VHF/UHF activity would play a role in which radio would be a better option for you. For example, if you're in an area where nobody used 440 then buying a duo-bander HT wouldn't really be too much more useful than buying a simple 2m HT. I've noticed that a lot of 2m/440 HT's are much more susceptible to intermod and intereference from strong nearby pager signals whereas all my 2m HT's never even noticed their existence. If you wish to use this with an external mobile and house antenna, perhaps an HT with a BNC connection on top with its antenna would be best. The SMA connection found on some HT's is a bit more annoying for such purposes. A simple PL259/BNC adapater could be used then in your car for the mobile antenna. Be aware, though, that using such adapters and external antennas can cause a lot of stress on your HT at the antenna input spot. This extra stress could cause components to break in that area. I've seen that many times. Good luck, jennie. Also, don't be afraid to listen on-air as much as possible to pick up helpful advice on-the-air and to determine which local VHF/UHF users are complete idiots. I recommend determining which local radio ops are completely clueless and avoid at all cost any of their advice. The last thing you want to do is ruin a brand new HT because some local idiot on a repeater gave you some very bad advice. I don't know where you're located but in the Pacific Northwest, the bottom of the barrel can be found on 2m. On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 16:42:51 -0500, "Jennie" wrote: the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
"Jennie" wrote in message ... That is what I want, something to get me started until I learn and pass the code test. I am more of a visual learner than a dot, ditto person... Thanks Good luck trying to learn that visually. You will probably find that it is easier in the long run if you learn aurally. "JuLiE Dxer" wrote in message ... I'd ignore the Steve fellow. He's not participating with all his facilities. Your location and its VHF/UHF activity would play a role in which radio would be a better option for you. For example, if you're in an area where nobody used 440 then buying a duo-bander HT wouldn't really be too much more useful than buying a simple 2m HT. I've noticed that a lot of 2m/440 HT's are much more susceptible to intermod and intereference from strong nearby pager signals whereas all my 2m HT's never even noticed their existence. If you wish to use this with an external mobile and house antenna, perhaps an HT with a BNC connection on top with its antenna would be best. The SMA connection found on some HT's is a bit more annoying for such purposes. A simple PL259/BNC adapater could be used then in your car for the mobile antenna. Be aware, though, that using such adapters and external antennas can cause a lot of stress on your HT at the antenna input spot. This extra stress could cause components to break in that area. I've seen that many times. Good luck, jennie. Also, don't be afraid to listen on-air as much as possible to pick up helpful advice on-the-air and to determine which local VHF/UHF users are complete idiots. I recommend determining which local radio ops are completely clueless and avoid at all cost any of their advice. The last thing you want to do is ruin a brand new HT because some local idiot on a repeater gave you some very bad advice. I don't know where you're located but in the Pacific Northwest, the bottom of the barrel can be found on 2m. On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 16:42:51 -0500, "Jennie" wrote: the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
Jennie wrote:
That is what I want, something to get me started until I learn and pass the code test. I am more of a visual learner than a dot, ditto person... An audio code like Morse can be difficult for so called 'visual' people who try to see the dots and dashes for each letter. I had the same problem when I started learning it. You can only go so far before you can't visualize it fast enough to keep up with the sounds. It's better to start from the beginning with learning the sounds for each letter rather than seeing the dots and dashes. ----== Posted via Newsfeeds.Com - Unlimited-Uncensored-Secure Usenet News==---- http://www.newsfeeds.com The #1 Newsgroup Service in the World! 100,000 Newsgroups ---= East/West-Coast Server Farms - Total Privacy via Encryption =--- |
There are some programs that send a morse character audibly, then a sligt delay flashes the letter on the computer screen Hence the visual way of learning. Try Morse Code Tutor URL: http://jcrystal.com/steffenweber/dos/morse.html I only recommend the visual method if you absolutely can't learn audibly The Anon Keyboard I doubt, therefore I might be "starman" wrote in message ... Jennie wrote: That is what I want, something to get me started until I learn and pass the code test. I am more of a visual learner than a dot, ditto person... An audio code like Morse can be difficult for so called 'visual' people who try to see the dots and dashes for each letter. I had the same problem when I started learning it. You can only go so far before you can't visualize it fast enough to keep up with the sounds. It's better to start from the beginning with learning the sounds for each letter rather than seeing the dots and dashes. ----== Posted via Newsfeeds.Com - Unlimited-Uncensored-Secure Usenet News==---- http://www.newsfeeds.com The #1 Newsgroup Service in the World! 100,000 Newsgroups ---= East/West-Coast Server Farms - Total Privacy via Encryption =--- |
Frightening the yaks, Jennie just had to say:
That is what I want, something to get me started until I learn and pass the code test. I am more of a visual learner than a dot, ditto person... Thanks Just a general thought about this: Are there any ham clubs in your area? Seems like that would be a good way to learn what bands are in heavy use, and also get to talk to folks who own the different rigs, and maybe even get to do a hands-on tryout. Nothing beats being able to give a rig a test drive in person. -- To reply, DO NOT remove spam from the return address! *************************** This calls for a careful blend of clever psychology and extreme violence. *************************** |
It may be quite helpful to tune into some slow cw on the ham bands and
practice copying it. You could even record it and go back and try to figure out which morse code characters are giving you problems. On Sun, 7 Nov 2004 17:08:40 -0500, "Jennie" wrote: That is what I want, something to get me started until I learn and pass the code test. I am more of a visual learner than a dot, ditto person... Thanks "JuLiE Dxer" wrote in message .. . I'd ignore the Steve fellow. He's not participating with all his facilities. Your location and its VHF/UHF activity would play a role in which radio would be a better option for you. For example, if you're in an area where nobody used 440 then buying a duo-bander HT wouldn't really be too much more useful than buying a simple 2m HT. I've noticed that a lot of 2m/440 HT's are much more susceptible to intermod and intereference from strong nearby pager signals whereas all my 2m HT's never even noticed their existence. If you wish to use this with an external mobile and house antenna, perhaps an HT with a BNC connection on top with its antenna would be best. The SMA connection found on some HT's is a bit more annoying for such purposes. A simple PL259/BNC adapater could be used then in your car for the mobile antenna. Be aware, though, that using such adapters and external antennas can cause a lot of stress on your HT at the antenna input spot. This extra stress could cause components to break in that area. I've seen that many times. Good luck, jennie. Also, don't be afraid to listen on-air as much as possible to pick up helpful advice on-the-air and to determine which local VHF/UHF users are complete idiots. I recommend determining which local radio ops are completely clueless and avoid at all cost any of their advice. The last thing you want to do is ruin a brand new HT because some local idiot on a repeater gave you some very bad advice. I don't know where you're located but in the Pacific Northwest, the bottom of the barrel can be found on 2m. On Sat, 6 Nov 2004 16:42:51 -0500, "Jennie" wrote: the technician's test today....Not sure of what type of handheld to buy? Appreciate any help in selecting my first piece of equipment... I want a handheld with an antenna, and be able to put up an antenna on the roof of my car and in my attic... Under 300 if possible. What is the best Code training stuff out there? Thanks |
starman wrote:
An audio code like Morse can be difficult for so called 'visual' people who try to see the dots and dashes for each letter. Are these the same 'visual' people who have trouble speaking because they try to see the phonemes for each syllable? -- "Can't we all just learn to live together?" -- Rodney King '***THWAP***' -- 100,000,000 million minds reacting in synchrony |
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