Everything for the Active Ham Radio Operator


The ARRL Operating Manual is the most comprehensive guide to Amateur Radio operating everything you need to get involved, get active, and get on the air...

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Everything for the Active Ham Radio Operator


The ARRL Operating Manual is the most comprehensive guide to Amateur Radio operating everything you need to get involved, get active, and get on the air. Each topic has been written and updated by experienced hams. They are happy to share what they have learned so that you can get involved too.



Basic Station and Operating Techniques

  • Assembling a Station
  • Basic Operating Procedures
  • HF Digital Communications
  • VHF/UHF FM, Repeaters, Digital Voice and Data
  • VHF/UHF Beyond FM and Repeaters
  • Amateur Satellites
  • Image Communications
  • Portable and Mobile Operation


    Radio Clubs and Public Service

  • Group Activities for the Radio Amateur
  • Preparing the Next Generation
  • ARRL Field Day
  • Public Service Operating


    On-Air Activities and Radiosport

  • Awards Measuring Operating Achievements
  • DXing Contacting Those Faraway Places BR>
  • Confirming the Contact QSLing
  • Contesting Competitive Wireless


    Resources for the Active Ham

  • A collection of useful information to support on-air operating activities

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