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Technician License Class Gordon West Technician Class Manual Pages 70-101. Presented by Heart Of Texas Amateur Radio Club (HOTARC). Getting on the air!. Have Fun!. SSB and CW HF (“shortwave”) 6 meters Call CQ three times followed by call-sign. CQ CQ CQ … this is KC5NT KC5NT KC5NT - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Technician Technician License License ClassClass

Gordon West Gordon West Technician Class Technician Class

ManualManualPages 70-101Pages 70-101

Presented byPresented by

Heart Of Texas Heart Of Texas Amateur Radio Amateur Radio

ClubClub(HOTARC)(HOTARC)

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Getting on the air!Getting on the air!

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Have Fun!Have Fun!

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Talking on FM vs. “Other” ModesTalking on FM vs. “Other” ModesFM FM

Primarily on 2 meters Primarily on 2 meters

Handi-talkies Handi-talkies

and mobile radiosand mobile radios

Simply announce Simply announce

your call-sign.your call-sign.

This is KC5NT...This is KC5NT...

SSB and CWSSB and CW

HF (“shortwave”)HF (“shortwave”)

6 meters6 meters

Call CQ three times Call CQ three times followed by call-sign.followed by call-sign.

CQ CQ CQ … this is CQ CQ CQ … this is

KC5NT KC5NT KC5NT KC5NT KC5NT KC5NT

over...over...

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Band Plans…the BIG Picture!Band Plans…the BIG Picture!

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Band Plans…a bite-sized chunkBand Plans…a bite-sized chunk

The two-meter amateur band plan in the U.S.

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Station EquipmentStation EquipmentMicrophoneMicrophone converts converts

sound waves to an sound waves to an electrical signal.electrical signal.

TransmitterTransmitter magnifies the magnifies the signal and sends a signal and sends a high-voltage signal to an high-voltage signal to an antennaantenna..

A A receiverreceiver amplifies a weak signal from an antenna amplifies a weak signal from an antenna so it can be heard on a so it can be heard on a speakerspeaker..

HeadphonesHeadphones could be used in place of a speaker to could be used in place of a speaker to help you hear in a noisy area.help you hear in a noisy area.

An An amplifieramplifier can be used to increase the output of a can be used to increase the output of a small, 5-watt radio to 500 watts or more.small, 5-watt radio to 500 watts or more.

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Transceiver = Transceiver = Transmitter + ReceiverTransmitter + Receiver

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T4C02 T4C02 (pg 70)(pg 70)

What is used to convert sounds from our What is used to convert sounds from our voice into radio signals?voice into radio signals?

A.A. TransmitterTransmitterB.B. ReceiverReceiver

C.C. SpeakerSpeaker

D.D. AntennaAntenna

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T5A01 T5A01 (pg 70)(pg 70)

What does a microphone connect to in a What does a microphone connect to in a basic amateur radio station?basic amateur radio station?

A.A. The receiverThe receiver

B.B. The transmitterThe transmitterC.C. The SWR BridgeThe SWR Bridge

D.D. The BalunThe Balun

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T4C01 T4C01 (pg 71)(pg 71)

What is used to convert radio signals into What is used to convert radio signals into sounds we can hear?sounds we can hear?

A.A. TransmitterTransmitter

B.B. ReceiverReceiverC.C. MicrophoneMicrophone

D.D. AntennaAntenna

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T5A02 T5A02 (pg 71)(pg 71)

Which piece of station equipment converts Which piece of station equipment converts electrical signals to sound waves?electrical signals to sound waves?

A.A. Frequency coordinatorFrequency coordinator

B.B. Frequency discriminatorFrequency discriminator

C.C. SpeakerSpeakerD.D. MicrophoneMicrophone

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T4C03 T4C03 (pg 71)(pg 71)

What two devices are combined into one What two devices are combined into one unit in a transceiver?unit in a transceiver?

A.A. Receiver, transmitterReceiver, transmitterB.B. Receiver, transformerReceiver, transformer

C.C. Receiver, transistorReceiver, transistor

D.D. Transmitter, deceiverTransmitter, deceiver

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T5A04 T5A04 (pg 71)(pg 71)

What could you use in place of a regular What could you use in place of a regular speaker to help you copy signals in a noisy speaker to help you copy signals in a noisy area?area?

A.A. A video displayA video display

B.B. A low pass filterA low pass filter

C.C. A set of headphonesA set of headphonesD.D. A boom microphoneA boom microphone

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T5A03 T5A03 (pg 71)(pg 71) What is the term used to describe what What is the term used to describe what happens when a microphone and speaker happens when a microphone and speaker are too close to each other?are too close to each other?

A.A. Excessive wind noiseExcessive wind noise

B.B. Audio feedbackAudio feedbackC.C. Inverted signal patternsInverted signal patterns

D.D. Poor electrical groundingPoor electrical grounding

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T5B01 T5B01 (pg 72)(pg 72)

What may happen if a transmitter is What may happen if a transmitter is operated with the microphone gain set too operated with the microphone gain set too high?high?

A.A. The output power will be too highThe output power will be too high

B.B. It may cause the signal to It may cause the signal to become distorted and unreadablebecome distorted and unreadable

C.C. The frequency will varyThe frequency will vary

D.D. The SWR will increaseThe SWR will increase

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T5B03 T5B03 (pg 72)(pg 72)

What is one way to select a frequency on What is one way to select a frequency on which to operate?which to operate?

A.A. Use the keypad or VFO knob to Use the keypad or VFO knob to enter the correct frequencyenter the correct frequency

B.B. Turn on the CTCSS encoderTurn on the CTCSS encoder

C.C. Adjust the power supply ripple Adjust the power supply ripple frequencyfrequency

D.D. All of these answers are correctAll of these answers are correct

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T5B05 T5B05 (pg 72)(pg 72)

What is a way to enable quick access to a What is a way to enable quick access to a favorite frequency on your transceiver?favorite frequency on your transceiver?

A.A. Enable the CTCSS tonesEnable the CTCSS tones

B.B. Store the frequency in a Store the frequency in a memory channelmemory channel

C.C. Disable the CTCSS tonesDisable the CTCSS tones

D.D. Use the scan mode to select the Use the scan mode to select the desired frequencydesired frequency

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T5B02 T5B02 (pg 73)(pg 73)

What kind of information may a VHF/UHF What kind of information may a VHF/UHF transceiver be capable of storing in transceiver be capable of storing in memory?memory?

A.A. Transmit and receive operating Transmit and receive operating frequencyfrequency

B.B. CTCSS tone frequencyCTCSS tone frequency

C.C. Transmit power levelTransmit power level

D.D. All of these answers are correctAll of these answers are correct

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T5B07 T5B07 (pg 73)(pg 73)

What is the purpose of the buttons labeled What is the purpose of the buttons labeled "up" and "down" on many microphones?"up" and "down" on many microphones?

A.A. To allow easy frequency or To allow easy frequency or memory selectionmemory selection

B.B. To raise or lower the internal antennaTo raise or lower the internal antenna

C.C. To set the battery charge rateTo set the battery charge rate

D.D. To upload or download messagesTo upload or download messages

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T5B10 T5B10 (pg 73)(pg 73)

What is the purpose of the "step" menu What is the purpose of the "step" menu function found on many transceivers?function found on many transceivers?

A.A. It adjusts the transmitter power output It adjusts the transmitter power output levellevel

B.B. It adjusts the modulation levelIt adjusts the modulation level

C.C. It sets the earphone volumeIt sets the earphone volume

D.D. It sets the tuning rate when It sets the tuning rate when changing frequencieschanging frequencies

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T5B08 T5B08 (pg 73)(pg 73)

What is the purpose of the "shift" control What is the purpose of the "shift" control found on many VHF/UHF transceivers?found on many VHF/UHF transceivers?

A.A. Adjust transmitter power levelAdjust transmitter power level

B.B. Change bandsChange bands

C.C. Adjust the offset between Adjust the offset between transmit and receive frequencytransmit and receive frequency

D.D. Change modesChange modes

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T5B11 T5B11 (pg 74)(pg 74)

What is the purpose of the "function" or "F" What is the purpose of the "function" or "F" key found on many transceivers?key found on many transceivers?

A.A. It turns the power on and offIt turns the power on and off

B.B. It selects the autopatch access codeIt selects the autopatch access code

C.C. It selects an alternate action for It selects an alternate action for some control buttonssome control buttons

D.D. It controls access to the memory It controls access to the memory scramblerscrambler

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T5B04 T5B04 (pg 74)(pg 74)

What is the purpose of the squelch control on a What is the purpose of the squelch control on a transceiver?transceiver?

A.A. It is used to set the highest level of volume It is used to set the highest level of volume desireddesired

B.B. It is used to set the transmitter power levelIt is used to set the transmitter power levelC.C. It is used to adjust the antenna polarizationIt is used to adjust the antenna polarization

D.D. It is used to quiet noise when no It is used to quiet noise when no signal is being receivedsignal is being received

Turn up the squelch knob (“give it more juice”) to stop Turn up the squelch knob (“give it more juice”) to stop the flow of noise; loosen it and you’ll hear all the the flow of noise; loosen it and you’ll hear all the background noise.background noise.

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T5B09 T5B09 (pg 74)(pg 74)

What does RIT mean?What does RIT mean?A.A. Receiver Input ToneReceiver Input Tone

B.B. Receiver Incremental Receiver Incremental TuningTuningC.C. Rectifier Inverter TestRectifier Inverter Test

D.D. Remote Input TransmitterRemote Input Transmitter

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T5B06 T5B06 (pg 74)(pg 74)

What might you do to improve the situation if What might you do to improve the situation if the station you are listening to is hard to the station you are listening to is hard to copy because of ignition copy because of ignition noisenoise interference? interference?

A.A. Increase your transmitter powerIncrease your transmitter power

B.B. Decrease the squelch settingDecrease the squelch setting

C.C. Turn on the Turn on the noise blankernoise blankerD.D. Use the RIT controlUse the RIT control

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BatteriesBatteries

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T7A01 T7A01 (pg 75)(pg 75)

What is a good thing to have when operating What is a good thing to have when operating a hand–held transceiver away from home?a hand–held transceiver away from home?

A.A. A selection of spare partsA selection of spare parts

B.B. A programming cable to load new channelsA programming cable to load new channels

C.C. One or more fully charged spare One or more fully charged spare battery packsbattery packs

D.D. A dummy loadA dummy load

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T4C06T4C06 (pg 75)(pg 75)

Which of the battery types listed below Which of the battery types listed below offers the longest life when used with a offers the longest life when used with a hand-held radio, assuming each battery is hand-held radio, assuming each battery is the same physical size?the same physical size?

A.A. Lead-acidLead-acid

B.B. AlkalineAlkaline

C.C. Nickel-cadmiumNickel-cadmium

D.D. Lithium-ionLithium-ion

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Comparing Battery TechnologiesComparing Battery Technologies

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T4C09T4C09 (pg 75)(pg 75)

What is required to keep rechargeable What is required to keep rechargeable batteries in good condition and ready for batteries in good condition and ready for emergencies?emergencies?

A.A. They must be inspected for physical damage They must be inspected for physical damage and replaced if necessaryand replaced if necessary

B.B. They should be stored in a cool and dry They should be stored in a cool and dry locationlocation

C.C. They must be given a maintenance recharge They must be given a maintenance recharge at least every 6 monthsat least every 6 months

D.D. All of these answers are correctAll of these answers are correct

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T4C08 T4C08 (pg 76)(pg 76)

What battery type on this list is What battery type on this list is not designed to be re-charged?not designed to be re-charged?

A.A. Nickel-cadmiumNickel-cadmium

B.B. Carbon-zincCarbon-zincC.C. Lead-acidLead-acid

D.D. Lithium-ionLithium-ion

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T4C07 T4C07 (pg 76)(pg 76)

What is the nominal voltage What is the nominal voltage per cell of a fully charged per cell of a fully charged nickel-cadmium battery?nickel-cadmium battery?

A.A. 1.0 volts1.0 volts

B.B. 1.2 volts1.2 voltsC.C. 1.5 volts1.5 volts

D.D. 2.2 volts2.2 volts

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T4C10 T4C10 (pg 76)(pg 76)

What is the best way to get the most amount What is the best way to get the most amount of energy from a battery?of energy from a battery?

A.A. Draw current from the battery as rapidly as Draw current from the battery as rapidly as possiblepossible

B.B. Draw current from the battery at the Draw current from the battery at the slowest rate neededslowest rate needed

C.C. Reverse the leads when the battery reaches Reverse the leads when the battery reaches the 1/2 charge levelthe 1/2 charge level

D.D. Charge the battery as frequently as possibleCharge the battery as frequently as possible

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T0A09 T0A09 (pg 76)(pg 76)

What is one way to recharge a 12-volt What is one way to recharge a 12-volt battery if the commercial power is out?battery if the commercial power is out?

A.A. You cannot recharge a battery unless the You cannot recharge a battery unless the power is back onpower is back on

B.B. Add water to the batteryAdd water to the battery

C.C. Connect the battery to a car's Connect the battery to a car's battery and run the enginebattery and run the engine

D.D. Take your battery to the utility company for a Take your battery to the utility company for a rechargerecharge

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T5A05 T5A05 (pg 76)(pg 76)

What is a good reason for using a regulated What is a good reason for using a regulated power supply for communications power supply for communications equipment?equipment?

A.A. To protect equipment from voltage To protect equipment from voltage fluctuationsfluctuations

B.B. A regulated power supply has FCC approvalA regulated power supply has FCC approval

C.C. A fuse or circuit breaker regulates the powerA fuse or circuit breaker regulates the power

D.D. Regulated supplies are less expensiveRegulated supplies are less expensive

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T4C05 T4C05 (pg 77)(pg 77)

What device is used to increase the output What device is used to increase the output of a 10 watt radio to 100 watts?of a 10 watt radio to 100 watts?

A.A. AmplifierAmplifierB.B. Power supplyPower supply

C.C. AntennaAntenna

D.D. AttenuatorAttenuator

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Getting on the air!Getting on the air!

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T3A01 T3A01 (pg 79)(pg 79)

Which of the following should you do when Which of the following should you do when selecting a frequency on which to transmit?selecting a frequency on which to transmit?

A.A. Call CQ to see if anyone is listeningCall CQ to see if anyone is listening

B.B. Listen to determine if the frequency Listen to determine if the frequency is busyis busy

C.C. Transmit on a frequency that allows your Transmit on a frequency that allows your signals to be heardsignals to be heard

D.D. Check for maximum power outputCheck for maximum power output

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T7A07 T7A07 (pg 79)(pg 79)

What is a popular operating activity that What is a popular operating activity that involves contacting as many stations as involves contacting as many stations as possible during a specifiedpossible during a specified period of time? period of time?

A.A. ContestingContestingB.B. Net operationsNet operations

C.C. Public service eventsPublic service events

D.D. Simulated emergency exercisesSimulated emergency exercises

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T3A03 T3A03 (pg 79)(pg 79)

How do you indicate you are looking for any How do you indicate you are looking for any station with which to make contact?station with which to make contact?

A.A. CQ followed by your callsignCQ followed by your callsignB.B. RST followed by your callsignRST followed by your callsign

C.C. QST followed by your callsignQST followed by your callsign

D.D. SK followed by your callsignSK followed by your callsign

Think of the phrase “CQ” as the same as saying Think of the phrase “CQ” as the same as saying “calling any station.”“calling any station.”

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T3A08 T3A08 (pg 80)(pg 80)

What is the meaning of the procedural signal What is the meaning of the procedural signal "CQ"?"CQ"?

A.A. Call on the quarter hourCall on the quarter hour

B.B. New antenna is being tested (no station New antenna is being tested (no station should answer)should answer)

C.C. Only the called station should transmitOnly the called station should transmit

D.D. Calling any stationCalling any stationBut, we don’t use “CQ” on an FM station, like a But, we don’t use “CQ” on an FM station, like a local 2-meter repeater. There, just say your call local 2-meter repeater. There, just say your call sign, and wait. It will have the same effect.sign, and wait. It will have the same effect.

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T3C03 T3C03 (pg 80)(pg 80)

What should you do before responding to What should you do before responding to another stationanother station’’s call?s call?

A.A. Make sure you are operating on a Make sure you are operating on a permissible frequency for your permissible frequency for your license classlicense class

B.B. Adjust your transmitter for maximum power Adjust your transmitter for maximum power outputoutput

C.C. Ask the station to send their signal report and Ask the station to send their signal report and locationlocation

D.D. Verify the other station’s license classVerify the other station’s license class

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T3A04 T3A04 (pg 80)(pg 80)

What should you transmit when responding What should you transmit when responding to a call of CQ?to a call of CQ?

A.A. Your own CQ followed by the other station’s Your own CQ followed by the other station’s callsigncallsign

B.B. Your callsign followed by the other station’s Your callsign followed by the other station’s callsigncallsign

C.C. The other station’s callsign followed The other station’s callsign followed by your callsignby your callsign

D.D. A signal report followed by your callsignA signal report followed by your callsign

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T3A10 T3A10 (pg 80)(pg 80)

What brief statement is often used in place What brief statement is often used in place of "CQ" to indicate that you are listening for of "CQ" to indicate that you are listening for calls on a repeater?calls on a repeater?

A.A. Say "Hello test" followed by your call signSay "Hello test" followed by your call sign

B.B. Say your call signSay your call signC.C. Say the repeater call sign followed by your Say the repeater call sign followed by your

call signcall sign

D.D. Say the letters "QSY" followed by your call Say the letters "QSY" followed by your call signsign

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T3C01 T3C01 (pg 81)(pg 81)

What is the proper way to break into a What is the proper way to break into a conversation between two stations that are conversation between two stations that are using the frequency?using the frequency?

A.A. Say your call sign between their Say your call sign between their transmissionstransmissions

B.B. Wait for them to finish and then call CQWait for them to finish and then call CQC.C. Say "Break-break" between their Say "Break-break" between their

transmissionstransmissionsD.D. Call one of the operators on the telephone to Call one of the operators on the telephone to

interrupt the conversationinterrupt the conversation

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T3C04 T3C04 (pg 82)(pg 82)

What rule applies if two amateur stations What rule applies if two amateur stations want to use the same frequency?want to use the same frequency?

A.A. The station operator with a lesser class of license The station operator with a lesser class of license must yield the frequency to a higher-class licenseemust yield the frequency to a higher-class licensee

B.B. The station operator with a lower power output must The station operator with a lower power output must yield the frequency to the station with a higher power yield the frequency to the station with a higher power outputoutput

C.C. No frequency will be assigned for the No frequency will be assigned for the exclusive use of any station and neither exclusive use of any station and neither has priorityhas priority

D.D. Station operators in ITU Regions 1 and 3 must yield Station operators in ITU Regions 1 and 3 must yield the frequency to stations in ITU Region 2the frequency to stations in ITU Region 2

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T3C07 T3C07 (pg 82)(pg 82)

What should you do if you hear a newly What should you do if you hear a newly licensed operator that is having trouble with licensed operator that is having trouble with their station?their station?

A.A. Tell them to get off the air until they learn Tell them to get off the air until they learn how operate properlyhow operate properly

B.B. Report them to the FCCReport them to the FCC

C.C. Contact them and offer to help with Contact them and offer to help with the problemthe problem

D.D. Move to another frequencyMove to another frequency

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T7A04 T7A04 (pg 82)(pg 82)

What would be a good thing to have when What would be a good thing to have when operating from a location operating from a location that includes lots of that includes lots of crowd noise?crowd noise?

A.A. A portable bullhornA portable bullhorn

B.B. An encrypted radioAn encrypted radio

C.C. A combination headset and A combination headset and microphonemicrophone

D.D. A pulse noise blankerA pulse noise blanker

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T8B09 T8B09 (pg 83)(pg 83)

Why should casual conversation between stations Why should casual conversation between stations during a public service event be avoided?during a public service event be avoided?

A.A. Such chatter is often interesting to bystandersSuch chatter is often interesting to bystanders

B.B. Other listeners might overhear personal informationOther listeners might overhear personal information

C.C. Idle chatter may interfere with important Idle chatter may interfere with important traffictraffic

D.D. You might have to change batteries more oftenYou might have to change batteries more often

““Traffic” is a term we use to describe messages exchanged Traffic” is a term we use to describe messages exchanged during communications events. So, “heavy traffic” means during communications events. So, “heavy traffic” means lots of messages were exchanged.lots of messages were exchanged.

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T3C10 (pg 83)T3C10 (pg 83)

When circumstances are not specifically When circumstances are not specifically covered by FCC rules, what general covered by FCC rules, what general operating standard must be applied to operating standard must be applied to amateur station operation?amateur station operation?

A.A. Designated operator control Designated operator control

B.B. Politically correct control Politically correct control

C.C. Good engineering and amateur Good engineering and amateur practices practices

D.D. Reasonable operator controlReasonable operator control

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T3D06 T3D06 (pg 83)(pg 83)

Who has exclusive use of a specific Who has exclusive use of a specific frequency when the FCC has not declared a frequency when the FCC has not declared a communication emergency?communication emergency?

A.A. Any net station that has trafficAny net station that has traffic

B.B. The station first occupying the frequencyThe station first occupying the frequency

C.C. Individuals passing health and welfare Individuals passing health and welfare communicationscommunications

D.D. No station has exclusive use of any No station has exclusive use of any frequencyfrequency

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T3B01 T3B01 (pg 84)(pg 84)

What is a band plan?What is a band plan?A.A. A voluntary guideline,A voluntary guideline, beyond the beyond the

divisions established by the FCC for divisions established by the FCC for using different operating modes using different operating modes within an amateur bandwithin an amateur band

B.B. A guideline from the FCC for making A guideline from the FCC for making amateur frequency band allocationsamateur frequency band allocations

C.C. A guideline for operating schedules within an A guideline for operating schedules within an amateur band published by the FCCamateur band published by the FCC

D.D. A plan devised by a local groupA plan devised by a local group

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T8C06 T8C06 (pg 84)(pg 84)

What is of primary importance for a net What is of primary importance for a net control station?control station?

A.A. A dual-band transceiverA dual-band transceiver

B.B. A network cardA network card

C.C. A strong and clear signalA strong and clear signalD.D. The ability to speak several languagesThe ability to speak several languages

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T6C08 T6C08 (pg 85)(pg 85)

What sending speed is recommended when What sending speed is recommended when using Morse code?using Morse code?

A.A. Only speeds below five WPMOnly speeds below five WPM

B.B. The highest speed your keyer will operateThe highest speed your keyer will operate

C.C. Any speed at which you can reliably Any speed at which you can reliably receivereceive

D.D. The highest speed at which you can control The highest speed at which you can control the keyerthe keyer

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Amateur “Q” SignalsAmateur “Q” SignalsQ Signal As a Question ? Answer, Advise, or Order

QRM Are you being interfered with? I am being interfered with.

QRN Are you troubled by static? I am troubled by static.

QRO Shall I increase power? Increase power

QRP Shall I decrease power? Decrease power

QRT Shall I stop sending? Stop sending

QRZ Who is calling me? You are being called by ...

QSB Are my signals fading? Your signals are fading.

QSL Can you acknowledge receipt? I am acknowledging receipt.

QSO Common Usage - A 2-Way ContactI can communicate with ... direct

QSTCalling all Amateur Radio Operators

QSYShall I change to another frequency?

Change to another frequency

QTH What is your location? My location is …

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T6C10 T6C10 (pg 85)(pg 85)

What is the "Q" signal used to indicate that What is the "Q" signal used to indicate that you are receiving interference from other you are receiving interference from other stations?stations?

A.A. QRMQRMB.B. QRNQRN

C.C. QTHQTH

D.D. QSBQSB

Other stations are “worming”

into your receiver!

14.223

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T6C11 T6C11 (pg 86)(pg 86)

What is the "Q" signal used to indicate that What is the "Q" signal used to indicate that you are changing frequency?you are changing frequency?

A.A. QRUQRU

B.B. QSYQSYC.C. QSLQSL

D.D. QRZQRZ

If you find a frequency is busy,

just change to another!

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T2D07 T2D07 (pg 86)(pg 86)

When may you operate When may you operate your amateur station your amateur station aboard an aircraft?aboard an aircraft?

A.A. At any timeAt any timeB.B. Only while the aircraft is on the groundOnly while the aircraft is on the ground

C.C. Only with the approval of the pilot in Only with the approval of the pilot in command and not using the command and not using the aircraft's radio equipmentaircraft's radio equipment

D.D. Only when you have written permission from Only when you have written permission from the airline and only using the aircraft's radio the airline and only using the aircraft's radio equipmentequipment

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T2B09 T2B09 (pg 86)(pg 86)

What is required when using one or more self-What is required when using one or more self-assigned indicators with your assigned call sign?assigned indicators with your assigned call sign?

A.A. The indicator must not conflict with an The indicator must not conflict with an indicator specified by FCC rules or with a indicator specified by FCC rules or with a prefix assigned to another countryprefix assigned to another country

B.B. The indicator must consist only of numeric digitsThe indicator must consist only of numeric digits

C.C. The indicator must include the 2-letter The indicator must include the 2-letter abbreviation for your stateabbreviation for your state

D.D. The indicator must be separated from your call The indicator must be separated from your call sign by a double slash marksign by a double slash mark

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T2A11 T2A11 (pg 86)(pg 86)

When may you use your station to tell When may you use your station to tell people about equipment you have for sale? people about equipment you have for sale?

A.A. NeverNever

B.B. When you are conducting an on-line auctionWhen you are conducting an on-line auction

C.C. When you are offering amateur radio When you are offering amateur radio equipment for sale or trade on an equipment for sale or trade on an occasional basisoccasional basis

D.D. When you are helping a recognized charityWhen you are helping a recognized charity

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T7A06 T7A06 (pg 87)(pg 87)

Which of these items would be the most Which of these items would be the most useful for a hidden transmitter hunt?useful for a hidden transmitter hunt?

A.A. Binoculars and a compassBinoculars and a compass

B.B. A directional antennaA directional antennaC.C. A calibrated noise bridgeA calibrated noise bridge

D.D. Calibrated SWR meterCalibrated SWR meter