What does it mean to be 59 or 599? Where do I find my ARRL Section? Do I need to know the temperature to work HF? Jim, N4BFR, explains more about Ham Radio Exchanges.
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The Basics of HF Contacts [HTL-16]
Trying to make a ham radio contact on HF means you might talk with someone in your neighborhood followed by someone half way around the world. Both kinds of contacts have a lot in common and before you earn DXCC or Worked All States you need your first! Jim goes through the basics in this video.
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The Basics of Keeping a Log [HTL-3]
If you do any ham radio activities via HF (High Frequency) or Satellite, you are probably going to want to have a record of who you talked with and when. A log is just the thing to do that.
The paper log example can be found at: https://hamwaves.com/
The Basics of QSL Cards [HTL-2]
QSL cards have been long associated with HF but you’ll find them popular among satellite users and other groups where you want to confirm contacts. Jim takes a look at the key things you’ll find on a QSL card.
For more info on QSL Cards try this Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QSL_card
I have been happy with cards from https://www.kb3ifhqslcards.com/