Ham radio, how to setup and operate your ham radio : (quickstart guide for new hams and amateur radio enthusiasts) / Carlos Martinez.

Disaster can strike at any time and you need to be prepared. But prepping isn't just limited to stockpiling water and canned goods in the basement. In order to survive, you will need access to information and communication with the outside world so you can maintain an active read on the situation as it develops. Ham radio is one of the most durable technologies you can have in a crisis. In this book you will learn: Understanding the basics and history of ham radio, why you need a ham radio license, impact of the ionosphere on radio waves transmission, tools for maintaining your ham radio, how to use your ham radio for emergencies, differences between the vhf and uhf, getting your ham on the air, getting licensed and so much more. For many amateur radio enthusiasts around the globe, ham radio has been a fun pastime, a way to connect with like minded people both near and far, and also an important technology to assist and survive in the most dire of emergencies. If you want to have fun and also be prepared for the worst, ham radio could be the perfect hobby for you!