There are 21,950 U.S. FM stations in my dataset, updated as of May 12. The stations encompass commercial and noncommercial stations, translators and LPFMs from all U.S. territories, including Puerto Rico and Guam. I’ll offer the disclaimer that my data includes all active licenses. It is possible that stations in this count are not actually on the air.
Read MoreNewcomer Survey 2021-22 Results
/Popular online Amateur Radio Club and trainers Essex Hams have released details of a survey of newcomers to the Amateur Radio hobby.
They reached out to those who’ve completed the course after a month or so, to see how they’re getting on. In 2021 and 2022, 1,614 responses gained.
Essex Hams - https://www.essexham.co.uk/
New Book Release - Using the Baofeng® Radio
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Using the Baofeng® Radio is a comprehensive gateway to the world of ham radio using Baofengs. It gives you everything you need to start using your handheld ham radio on the air legally, safely, and effectively. Get ready to use your radio to stay in touch with family and friends whether you are off the road, off the grid, or you want access to a reliable backup communication device. Discover uses for your ham radio, including how to relay your signal through a mountaintop repeater so you are heard far away, and a step-by-step guide to digital operations.
The book details operating with the popular UV-5R, the rugged UV-82, and the DMR-enabled DR-1801UV. Using the Baofeng® Radio covers how to program and use your radio with only the front panel and built-in settings. It then elaborates on using the free programming software CHIRP to program memory channels using a laptop or home computer. Finally, it describes how to program your radio to communicate around the world using Digital Mobile Radio (DMR), which you can access through repeaters or mobile hotspots.
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