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LovetoKnow: Internet Radio
Many of today's amateur radio enthusiasts are turning to Internet radio to
meet their broadcasting needs. Inexpensive airtime combined with the
ability to podcast shows has allowed many people, who might otherwise have
been unable, to broadcast shows. Also links to information on
advertising your own music. |
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Hamcity.com
Large selection of ham radios, from handheld to more elaborate models,
including the Tri-Band
HT Submersible. Offers many accessories, such as antennas, lightning
protection, books, audio, software, and mobile accessories. Live support via
instant messaging on AIM, MSN Messenger or Yahoo. |
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Amateur
Radio Satellites
Details on Orbiting
Satellite Carrying Amateur Radio (OSCAR). Includes information on the
different types of satellites:
analog,
digital, manned, and Oscar 40.
Learn about
Keplerian elements and their tracking software features. |
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My Simon: Compare
Prices for Ham Radios
Popular site compares prices on ham radios and accessories and offers
in-depth customer reviews and rankings of various websites and products.
Sort by lowest price, highest price or
product rating. |
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ARRL
National association for amateur radio operators. Offers details on
three types of
licenses and what knowledge is needed for each type of test. News
and bulletins in a variety of formats, such as
audio,
online or via e-mail.
Grants and curriculum for schools interested in teaching ham radio as a
class offering. |
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Amazon.com: Ham Radio Books
Browse a huge selection of books on amateur radio, how to work the radio,
Morse Code, as well as licensing and radio repair manuals. Also shop for ham
radios, and accessories such as amps. |
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Dx Zone: Amateur
Radio Clubs
Offers links to ham radio clubs around the world. Links to clubs in many different
countries in North and
South
America, Asia, Australia,
Europe. Also links to
34 university clubs,
and by technical specialty, including pocketPC ham radio tips. |
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Radio
Era Archives
Unique site offers a wide variety of information and products. The
museum
features information on old radios and products and has many antique and
reproduction pieces listed for sale. Purchase
ham radio CDs on topics
such as antique radio repair, transmitters and amplifiers, and accessories. |
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Ham Radio Online
Basic information on what it means to be an amateur ham radio operator, what
is involved in getting licensed, and ham licensing exams with online links
to the FCC and sample licensing exams. Includes a FAQ section on
two-way radio/cellular. |
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Ham Radio Outlet
Especially well-liked online mall offers a wide variety of products for the
beginning ham radio amateur through products for experts. Offers a
cross-referenced price
search and a what's new page.
Even offers an area of used
ham radio components for those wanting to save a little more. |
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Hello Radio
Complete details on the last 100 years of ham radio, what ham radio is,
testimonials from radio buffs, and
how to become a ham
radio hobbyist. Try the handy search feature that allows you to
find a club by city,
state or zip. Also has a nice list of books and other resources. |
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Ham Radio Class
Site offers recorded classes on MP3 or CDs for those wanting to learn the
ins and outs of running a ham radio. For as little as $10, site visitors an
download all 16 classes. Or, purchase the CD version for $90 to play in your
car or home stereo. Check out the
ham radio class blog for
additional notes on the shows. |
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International Telecommunication Union
Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, this is the United Nations' agency for
communications, including radio. ITU
includes influence over emergency communications as well. A wide variety of
articles and
informational brochures are available online. |
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Ham Radio Instructor & Student Resources
Learn the basics of ham radio operations and download valuable resources to
help teach a class of your own. Offers
PowerPoint
presentations, study guides, podcasts about Morse Code and even some information on how to study for exams in Spanish.
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Just Learn
Morse Code
Although not necessary for a basic license exam, more advanced licenses
require some Morse Code knowledge. Software is available for
free download
for personal use. Compatible with Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP or 2003.
Troubleshooting
guide helps with any errors. |
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GI Joe's CB Radio
Place orders online for items such as CB radios, antennas and mounts, watt
meters, frequency counters, and microphones. Customers with questions can
email a CB radio
tech. Items can also be ordered over the telephone. GI Joe's will ship
internationally and offers a handy calculator to estimate shipping costs. |
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Society for the
Preservation of Amateur Radio
The goal of SPAR is to preserve the hobby of ham radio by passing on
knowledge to newcomers. Information on what ham radio is, and
how to
get a license. Also offers contests, monthly
activities, awards, and
discussion forums. |
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CQ Amateur
Radio Magazine
Well known magazine for amateur radio enthusiasts. A
1-year subscription runs $31.95. Discounts for signing up for
multiple year subscriptions. Offers
commentary
of various issues of important in the ham radio community. A neatly laid out
table lists CQ sponsored
ham radio contests. Many
amateur ham radio books available for purchase. |
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Wikipedia: Amateur Radio
Offers details and history about the hobby of ham radio, such as that there
are about six million ham radio enthusiasts around the world. Offers details
on licensing and
modes of communication. Details about the International Telecommunications Union (ITU). |
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Mr. Ham Radio
Customized T-shirts, laminated mini manuals, and DXCC beam headings charts.
Choose from their
ham radio T-shirt designs or make your own. Discounts available
for groups or large orders.
Laminated mini
manuals fit easily into a wallet. |
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