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  1. KQ9U

    What is a good transceiver for a person when they get their first license?

    Sounds interesting. I may very well get back with you on that if you still have it after I get my license. Thanks
  2. KQ9U

    What is a good transceiver for a person when they get their first license?

    In that I'm new to everything, I would like some recommendations as to what they would suggest. I would like to get by with something to start with for under $500 if that is possible.
  3. KQ9U

    What is a good transceiver for a person when they get their first license?

    I'm thinking ahead so I can dream. :D I think I'm coming along pretty good in the studying. I'm getting high 80s and 90s in most of the practice tests at QRZ.COM. I hope to be able to take my test in January. And I'm trying to save up some money in order to buy something after I pass...
  4. KQ9U

    Hi, I'm new in this forum

    I was in the Army, and there is where I retired from. I attended a electronics course while training for my military specialty in artillery. I never actually put the electronics knowledge to use but I still remember most of it. So I'm fairly familiar with circuitry, diodes, capacitors, etc...
  5. KQ9U

    Hi, I'm new in this forum

    Thanks guys. I just took one of the practice tests without studying anything and received a 65.71% score. I am fairly knowledgeable in electricity and electronics. Looks like I just need to learn the Ham Radio specifics requirements. I'm going to take several of those tests and see if I...
  6. KQ9U

    Hi, I'm new in this forum

    I don't have a license yet. I plan on studying to take the test as a beginner. I ordered a Now You're Talking! All You Need to Get Your First Amateur Radio License, Fifth Edition from Amazon.com. And I expect to receive it in a few days. Is that a decent way to study up for the test...