Getting Started on the DETARC Repeaters
Getting Started on the DETARC Repeaters – Your First Contact Starts Here.
Operating
What Can You Actually Do With a Technician License?
You studied. You passed the exam. You proudly received your callsign. You programmed your new handheld, listened to the local repeater… …and heard almost nothing. If that describes your first few days as a licensed amateur radio operator, take heart—you are far from alone. Many new hams quietly drift away from the hobby during their…
What Does “73” Actually Mean?
One of the first things a new amateur radio operator notices is that conversations often end with a simple number: “Thanks for the contact. 73!” If you’re new to the hobby, you might wonder if you missed a chapter in the license manual. Why 73? Why not 72 or 75? As it turns out, this…
Links to Online Resources
Whether you’ve just earned your Technician license or you’re preparing to upgrade, the resources below will help you continue learning and enjoying amateur radio. Vendor Description Ham Radio Outlet (HRO) One of the largest amateur radio dealers in the United States, with multiple retail locations including Plano, Texas. Offers radios, antennas, power supplies, test equipment,…
Choosing Your First Radio
You’ve passed your Technician exam. Congratulations! Now comes the question every new amateur radio operator asks: “What radio should I buy?” The good news is that there isn’t a single “correct” answer. The bad news is that there are hundreds of radios on the market, each promising to be the perfect first rig. The best first radio…
