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KJ7RRV at 01:47, 26 November 2023

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	[https://qrz.com QRZ.com] will often sell a starter pack including an [https://www.gigaparts.com/explorer-qrz-1-5w-vhf-uhf-handheld-transceiver.html Explorer QRZ-1] radio to new US hams at a low cost; see [https://www.qrz.com/jumpstart/ this page] for details.		[https://qrz.com QRZ.com] will often sell a starter pack including an [https://www.gigaparts.com/explorer-qrz-1-5w-vhf-uhf-handheld-transceiver.html Explorer QRZ-1] radio to new US hams at a low cost; see [https://www.qrz.com/jumpstart/ this page] for details.
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	~~'''NOTE''': This license does '''not''' apply to the club logo.~~

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	Are you interested in obtaining an [[amateur radio license]]?		Are you interested in obtaining an [[amateur radio license]]?

	With changes to the licensing requirements and testing procedure, becoming a ham is now easier than ever! The FCC removed the Morse code requirement for licensing in 2008. While you certainly can learn Morse code and use it on the air, you are no longer required to learn it. There are many options for studying for the exam, including both online resources and printed books. The exams can be taken remotely if you don't want to (or can't) go to an in-person exam session.		With changes to the licensing requirements and testing procedure, becoming a ham is now easier than ever! The [[FCC]] removed the Morse code requirement for licensing in 2008. While you certainly can learn Morse code and use it on the air, you are no longer required to learn it. There are many options for studying for the exam, including both online resources and printed books. The exams can be taken remotely if you don't want to (or can't) go to an in-person exam session.

	=== Study ===		=== Study ===

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	== Get licensed ==		== Get licensed ==
	Are you interested in obtaining an [[~~Amateur Radio License\|~~amateur radio license]]?		Are you interested in obtaining an [[amateur radio license]]?

	With changes to the licensing requirements and testing procedure, becoming a ham is now easier than ever! The FCC removed the Morse code requirement for licensing in 2008. While you certainly can learn Morse code and use it on the air, you are no longer required to learn it. There are many options for studying for the exam, including both online resources and printed books. The exams can be taken remotely if you don't want to (or can't) go to an in-person exam session.		With changes to the licensing requirements and testing procedure, becoming a ham is now easier than ever! The FCC removed the Morse code requirement for licensing in 2008. While you certainly can learn Morse code and use it on the air, you are no longer required to learn it. There are many options for studying for the exam, including both online resources and printed books. The exams can be taken remotely if you don't want to (or can't) go to an in-person exam session.
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	== Get on the air! ==		== Get on the air! ==
	After your license is issued, congratulations! With your Technician license, you may now use all [[VHF]] and [[UHF]] ham radio [[bands]] and some [[HF]] bands.		After your license is issued, congratulations! With your Technician license, you may now use all [[VHF]] and [[UHF]] ham radio [[Glossary#band\|bands]] and some [[HF]] bands.

	== First radio ==		== First radio ==

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	==== Online ====		==== Online ====
	HamStudy offers a [https://hamstudy.org/sessions/remote remote exam finder]. In an online exam, you will take the test in your web browser while on a video call with the [[~~Volunteer Examiners~~]].		HamStudy offers a [https://hamstudy.org/sessions/remote remote exam finder]. In an online exam, you will take the test in your web browser while on a video call with the [[volunteer examiners]].

	Some groups will offer free exams for applicants meeting certain requirements, such as for veterans or people under a certain age.		Some groups will offer free exams for applicants meeting certain requirements, such as for veterans or people under a certain age.

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Study

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	=== Study ===		=== Study ===
	[https://hamstudy.org HamStudy.org] is a very helpful no-cost online tool for studying for the exams. If you would prefer a paper book, the [https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/~~114233~~ ARRL study guide] is a good resource.		[https://hamstudy.org HamStudy.org] is a very helpful no-cost online tool for studying for the exams. It lists all questions in the exam pool, and allows you to practice using a flashcard format that automatically adapts based on how well you do in particular categories. You can click the corner of any question card to see an explanation of the answer.

			If you would prefer a paper book, the [https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2003373064 ARRL study guide] is a good resource.

	=== Test ===		=== Test ===

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	'''NOTE''': This license does '''not''' apply to the club logo.		'''NOTE''': This license does '''not''' apply to the club logo.

	~~[[Category:Training]]~~

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First radio

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	Most people choose an inexpensive [[HT]] (handheld radio; ham radio walkie-talkie) for their first radio. The [https://www.amazon.com/BAOFENG-144-148MHz-420-450MHz-Compliant-Rechargeable/dp/B08VNM1CX4/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=3MGROQ5A7FNUE&keywords=Baofeng+gt-5r&qid=1654565849&sprefix=baofeng+gt-5r%2Caps%2C258&sr=8-3 Baofeng GT-5R] is a popular model and costs under $30.		Most people choose an inexpensive [[HT]] (handheld radio; ham radio walkie-talkie) for their first radio. The [https://www.amazon.com/BAOFENG-144-148MHz-420-450MHz-Compliant-Rechargeable/dp/B08VNM1CX4/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=3MGROQ5A7FNUE&keywords=Baofeng+gt-5r&qid=1654565849&sprefix=baofeng+gt-5r%2Caps%2C258&sr=8-3 Baofeng GT-5R] is a popular model and costs under $30.

	~~Through October 31, 2022,~~ [https://qrz.com QRZ.com] will ~~give~~ a ~~free~~ [https://www.gigaparts.com/explorer-qrz-1-5w-vhf-uhf-handheld-transceiver.html Explorer QRZ-1] radio to US hams ~~who have been licensed for less than 30 days~~; see [https://~~forums~~.qrz.com/~~index.php?threads/announcing-the-qrz-new-ham-~~jumpstart~~-program.823607~~/ this page] for details.		[https://qrz.com QRZ.com] will often sell a starter pack including an [https://www.gigaparts.com/explorer-qrz-1-5w-vhf-uhf-handheld-transceiver.html Explorer QRZ-1] radio to new US hams at a low cost; see [https://www.qrz.com/jumpstart/ this page] for details.
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	[[File:PBARC Logo.png]]		[[File:PBARC Logo.png]]

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Get on the air!

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	== Get on the air! ==		== Get on the air! ==
	After your license is issued, congratulations! ~~You~~ may now use all [[VHF]] and [[UHF]] ham radio [[bands]] and some [[HF]] bands.		After your license is issued, congratulations! With your Technician license, you may now use all [[VHF]] and [[UHF]] ham radio [[bands]] and some [[HF]] bands.

	== First radio ==		== First radio ==