Ever since it began, radio transmitting intrigued the little guy. The biggest difference between amateur radio and CB radio is that ham radio setups can be up to 1000 watts and have antennas with no restrictions. The wavebands available are wider and less crowded, communication can be done via AM, SSB, FM radio teletype, even television. With the addition of satellite advancements no corner of the world is out of reach. The downside is that amateur radio is licensed and there are tests you need to pass before you can get the license.

There are many different types of amateur radio license available.

The Novice level license gratns access to some HF bands and SSB transceiving between 28.3 and 28.5 MHz and between 28.1 and 28.3 for radio tele-type. To access these frequencies all you need is a 10 Meter Radio even though these radios are commonly referred to as a 10 Meter CB Radio they are actually quite different as a CB radio does not require you to have a license and a 10 Meter Radio does. FM and SSB transmissions are allowed between 222.01 and 223.91 Mhz and also 1270 – 1295 Mhz.They make it rather simple to gain a Novice license, just complete a simple theory test and be a little profecient in Morse code.

Becoming a Technician class operator gratns transmission on the VHF and UHF bands.Getting a Technicians license gives access to the VHF and UHF bands.~The Technicians license means that you can now transmit on the UHF and VHF frequencies. In order to acquire this license all you must do is pass a simple test about radio theory and FCC regulations.

The next license up, the General radio amateurs license, allows HF, VHF and UHF. To obtain this license you must have the ability to work Morse code at the rate of 13 words per minute and pass an exam on general radio theory plus FCC regulations.

If you can complete a more advanced radio theory test the Advanced Class license grants access to even more channels.

The highest license you can obtain for ham radio is the Extra Class license. Extra class license holders are granted access to the complete spectrum of HF VHF and UHF channels allowed to amatuer radio. This license is not easy to obtain you must take a test on complex radio theory and operate Morse code quickly.

If you need help passing your exams you can look to the American Radio Relay League. They are a non profit organization that helps new ham radio operators.

But if you have better things to do with your life and dont care to take examinations, there is an alternative in CB radio. CB radio has always been the choice for people that dont care to be bothered with testing.. CB frequencies tend to have more occupants and a relaxed atmosphere. You can get started for under $100 in gear. Sound fun?

Written by David Jay Thorson

Ever since it began, radio transmitting intrigued the little guy. The biggest difference between amateur radio and CB radio is that ham radio setups can be up to 1000 watts and have antennas with no restrictions. The wavebands available are wider and less crowded, communication can be done via AM, SSB, FM radio teletype, even television. With the addition of satellite advancements no corner of the world is out of reach. The downside is that amateur radio is licensed and there are tests you need to pass before you can get the license.

There are many different types of amateur radio license available.

The Novice level license gratns access to some HF bands and SSB transceiving between 28.3 and 28.5 MHz and between 28.1 and 28.3 for radio tele-type. To access these frequencies all you need is a 10 Meter Radio even though these radios are commonly referred to as a 10 Meter CB Radio they are actually quite different as a CB radio does not require you to have a license and a 10 Meter Radio does. FM and SSB transmissions are allowed between 222.01 and 223.91 Mhz and also 1270 – 1295 Mhz.They make it rather simple to gain a Novice license, just complete a simple theory test and be a little profecient in Morse code.

Becoming a Technician class operator gratns transmission on the VHF and UHF bands.Getting a Technicians license gives access to the VHF and UHF bands.~The Technicians license means that you can now transmit on the UHF and VHF frequencies. In order to acquire this license all you must do is pass a simple test about radio theory and FCC regulations.

The next license up, the General radio amateurs license, allows HF, VHF and UHF. To obtain this license you must have the ability to work Morse code at the rate of 13 words per minute and pass an exam on general radio theory plus FCC regulations.

If you can complete a more advanced radio theory test the Advanced Class license grants access to even more channels.

The highest license you can obtain for ham radio is the Extra Class license. Extra class license holders are granted access to the complete spectrum of HF VHF and UHF channels allowed to amatuer radio. This license is not easy to obtain you must take a test on complex radio theory and operate Morse code quickly.

If you need help passing your exams you can look to the American Radio Relay League. They are a non profit organization that helps new ham radio operators.

But if you have better things to do with your life and dont care to take examinations, there is an alternative in CB radio. CB radio has always been the choice for people that dont care to be bothered with testing.. CB frequencies tend to have more occupants and a relaxed atmosphere. You can get started for under $100 in gear. Sound fun?

Written by David Jay Thorson

Ever since it began, radio transmitting intrigued the little guy. The biggest difference between amateur radio and CB radio is that ham radio setups can be up to 1000 watts and have antennas with no restrictions. The wavebands available are wider and less crowded, communication can be done via AM, SSB, FM radio teletype, even television. With the addition of satellite advancements no corner of the world is out of reach. The downside is that amateur radio is licensed and there are tests you need to pass before you can get the license.

There are many different types of amateur radio license available.

The Novice level license gratns access to some HF bands and SSB transceiving between 28.3 and 28.5 MHz and between 28.1 and 28.3 for radio tele-type. To access these frequencies all you need is a 10 Meter Radio even though these radios are commonly referred to as a 10 Meter CB Radio they are actually quite different as a CB radio does not require you to have a license and a 10 Meter Radio does. FM and SSB transmissions are allowed between 222.01 and 223.91 Mhz and also 1270 – 1295 Mhz.They make it rather simple to gain a Novice license, just complete a simple theory test and be a little profecient in Morse code.

Becoming a Technician class operator gratns transmission on the VHF and UHF bands.Getting a Technicians license gives access to the VHF and UHF bands.~The Technicians license means that you can now transmit on the UHF and VHF frequencies. In order to acquire this license all you must do is pass a simple test about radio theory and FCC regulations.

The next license up, the General radio amateurs license, allows HF, VHF and UHF. To obtain this license you must have the ability to work Morse code at the rate of 13 words per minute and pass an exam on general radio theory plus FCC regulations.

If you can complete a more advanced radio theory test the Advanced Class license grants access to even more channels.

The highest license you can obtain for ham radio is the Extra Class license. Extra class license holders are granted access to the complete spectrum of HF VHF and UHF channels allowed to amatuer radio. This license is not easy to obtain you must take a test on complex radio theory and operate Morse code quickly.

If you need help passing your exams you can look to the American Radio Relay League. They are a non profit organization that helps new ham radio operators.

But if you have better things to do with your life and dont care to take examinations, there is an alternative in CB radio. CB radio has always been the choice for people that dont care to be bothered with testing.. CB frequencies tend to have more occupants and a relaxed atmosphere. You can get started for under $100 in gear. Sound fun?

Written by David Jay Thorson

Ever since it began, radio transmitting intrigued the little guy. The biggest difference between amateur radio and CB radio is that ham radio setups can be up to 1000 watts and have antennas with no restrictions. The wavebands available are wider and less crowded, communication can be done via AM, SSB, FM radio teletype, even television. With the addition of satellite advancements no corner of the world is out of reach. The downside is that amateur radio is licensed and there are tests you need to pass before you can get the license.

There are many different types of amateur radio license available.

The Novice level license gratns access to some HF bands and SSB transceiving between 28.3 and 28.5 MHz and between 28.1 and 28.3 for radio tele-type. To access these frequencies all you need is a 10 Meter Radio even though these radios are commonly referred to as a 10 Meter CB Radio they are actually quite different as a CB radio does not require you to have a license and a 10 Meter Radio does. FM and SSB transmissions are allowed between 222.01 and 223.91 Mhz and also 1270 – 1295 Mhz.They make it rather simple to gain a Novice license, just complete a simple theory test and be a little profecient in Morse code.

Becoming a Technician class operator gratns transmission on the VHF and UHF bands.Getting a Technicians license gives access to the VHF and UHF bands.~The Technicians license means that you can now transmit on the UHF and VHF frequencies. In order to acquire this license all you must do is pass a simple test about radio theory and FCC regulations.

The next license up, the General radio amateurs license, allows HF, VHF and UHF. To obtain this license you must have the ability to work Morse code at the rate of 13 words per minute and pass an exam on general radio theory plus FCC regulations.

If you can complete a more advanced radio theory test the Advanced Class license grants access to even more channels.

The highest license you can obtain for ham radio is the Extra Class license. Extra class license holders are granted access to the complete spectrum of HF VHF and UHF channels allowed to amatuer radio. This license is not easy to obtain you must take a test on complex radio theory and operate Morse code quickly.

If you need help passing your exams you can look to the American Radio Relay League. They are a non profit organization that helps new ham radio operators.

But if you have better things to do with your life and dont care to take examinations, there is an alternative in CB radio. CB radio has always been the choice for people that dont care to be bothered with testing.. CB frequencies tend to have more occupants and a relaxed atmosphere. You can get started for under $100 in gear. Sound fun?

Written by David Jay Thorson

For amateur radio operators finding the right piece of equipment is important. There are many different types of radios like 2 meter hand held units, two way radios, and 10 meter radios.

10 Meter Radios operate on the ten meter band, very similarly to CB radios which operate on the 11 meter band. The transeiver translates the bands into recognizable patterns and allows you to broadcast as well. Although we generally associate this type of technology with the mid 1970′s , in fact i has been in use for over 100 years.
Depending on time of day and other conditions 10 Meter Radio performance can vary widely Although you can get very reliable performance during the day, if your 10 Meter Radio signal is bouncing off the atmosphere it can travel immense distances.

The biggest difference between amateur radio and cb radio is amateur radio requires a license to operate. If you are looking to get a license you can get them from the FCC. There are several versions of these licenses that have different standards that have to be met to obtain them, but they are also free. Each license allows the user to do more and more sophisticated things, but also the more complicated the testing gets. The licenses only really require some time to study and a little effort.

Although the technology has been around for a long time, some p[eople are intimidated. Dont be, the testing will prepare you for what you need to know. Technical problems are ineveitable, but the good news is there is a huge community out there to help.

If yoi are anything like me, one thing that attracts you to a hobby is all the fun accessories. Many do not come with microphones, air fans, or mountable housings. If you run into this problem make it to your advanteg by shopping for a mic that best suits your needs. You may even choose to purchase a free standing microphone with a large button on the base that functions like the talk button on the handheld version.

I highly recommend one you obtain you license, to go and join a amateur radio club. Many of the clubs have a long history behind them and will provide you with a source of information that you probably wouldn’t have considered before. You will find the members of these clubs to be helpful and have invaluable experience. You will also find the club members may be your first over the air contacts on your new adventure.