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  1. QRZ Forums Code of Conduct

    Guidelines and Rules for users of the Forum

  2. QRZ Newsroom

    Articles of interest to radio amateurs around the world.

    1. Amateur Radio News

      Newsworthy articles about Amateur Radio.
      Discussions:
      12,610
      Messages:
      277,090
      Latest: Design Your Ideal Shack with Dave W7UUU K8QS, Dec 8, 2021 at 9:44 PM
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    2. Videos and Podcasts

      Member contributed content
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      880
      Messages:
      2,850
      Latest: KD2UHF New YouTube Channel KI5MIT, Dec 8, 2021 at 7:22 PM
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    3. General Announcements

      General announcements and news tidbits
      Discussions:
      2,305
      Messages:
      9,069
      Latest: Easy Instructions to use the NEW Retevis Rt-82 & TYT MD-2017 ! KY4IF, Dec 6, 2021 at 5:26 AM
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    4. Contests, DXpeditions and Special Events

      Upcoming Operations, Nets, and More
      Discussions:
      10,519
      Messages:
      21,599
      Latest: V4/WB0AA – St Kitts MM0NDX, Dec 8, 2021 at 3:30 PM
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    5. Hamfest and Convention Calendar

      Upcoming Hamfests & Conventions
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      2,765
      Messages:
      4,892
      Latest: 2021 Superstition ARC SuperFest Prize Winners KG7NSP, Dec 5, 2021 at 7:59 PM
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    6. Hamfest Reports

      User reviews of recent hamfests.
      Discussions:
      232
      Messages:
      989
      Latest: Why do Ham Fests start at 6:30 AM? K5UJ, Dec 8, 2021 at 6:50 PM
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    7. Silent Keys / Friends Remembered

      In memory of those who have passed.
      Discussions:
      6,709
      Messages:
      13,729
      Latest: David N5SRC K1LKP, Dec 8, 2021 at 5:16 PM
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  3. Discussion Forums

    Share your views with others

    1. Ham Radio Discussions

      Discussion, opinions and viewpoints on amateur radio related topics
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      41,256
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      1,274,862
      Latest: Searching for a 10M portable antenna KN6OAK, Dec 8, 2021 at 10:20 PM
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    2. Ham Radio Life

      Everyday things in the lives of ham operators.
      Discussions:
      482
      Messages:
      21,690
      Latest: Other Languages? I give up! KA2CZU, Dec 8, 2021 at 9:22 PM
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    3. QRZ Stickers Around the World

      Show us your QRZ Bumper Sticker
      Discussions:
      79
      Messages:
      255
      Latest: On-the-Air Sticker, Postcard: Free with SASE. AD6AD, Feb 28, 2021
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    4. The DX Zone

      Topics about DXing and DX
      Discussions:
      1,629
      Messages:
      23,855
      Latest: HQ1JBR qsl manager or address? KP4SX, Dec 7, 2021 at 11:51 AM
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    5. On the Road

      RV and Mobile Operations, trip reports
      Discussions:
      769
      Messages:
      7,941
      Sub-Forums: 2

      On the Road

      Sub-Forums

      1. RV Operating and Camping

      2. Mobile Radio

      Latest: Good mobile power supply. KN4ACJ, Dec 7, 2021 at 2:22 PM
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    6. Youth Forum

      To promote youth interest and activity in Amateur Radio
      Discussions:
      679
      Messages:
      6,978
      Latest: Ham Radio 4-H Club!! KC3TEC, Dec 1, 2021
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    7. Survey Center

      Survey says and your opinion is...
      Discussions:
      327
      Messages:
      11,282
      Latest: How many of you live in an antenna restricted home or apartment WD0BCT, Dec 7, 2021 at 6:11 AM
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    8. Straight Keys - CW Enthusiasts

      For CW proponents only.
      Discussions:
      1,363
      Messages:
      26,247
      Latest: Anyone enjoy their CW pitch LOW? VE7WAX, Dec 8, 2021 at 10:05 PM
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    9. The YL Zone

      This forum is exclusively for YL members of QRZ
      Discussions:
      48
      Messages:
      446
      Latest: On-Line Morse Code Classes Specifically For YL’s DJ0AJ, Sep 5, 2021
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    10. QRP Corner

      Devoted to QRP operation
      Discussions:
      678
      Messages:
      10,706
      Latest: K7QO does it again...incredible project! WN1MB, Dec 8, 2021 at 2:15 PM
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    11. On-Air Operations - Q&A

      Comments, questions and answers about on-air operating
      Discussions:
      181
      Messages:
      2,925
      Latest: Maybe dumb question: Travelling transmit? N2UHC, Dec 8, 2021 at 2:19 PM
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  4. Technical Forums

    RF, Hardware, Software, Operating Tips, Answers

    1. General Technical Questions and Answers

      General radio tech questions that do not fit in our specialty boards, answered by knowledgeable hams
      Discussions:
      57,817
      Messages:
      551,465
      Latest: Noisy power supply KB0MNM, Dec 8, 2021 at 9:24 PM
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    2. Tips and Tricks

      A moderated forum where useful ideas and techniques are shared.
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      57
      Messages:
      426
      Latest: Listening in another receiver N9DG, Dec 8, 2021 at 12:40 AM
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    3. Antennas, Feedlines, Towers & Rotors

      Everything about antennas, towers, feedlines and the care & feeding of them!
      Discussions:
      22,359
      Messages:
      306,024
      Latest: Use 450 ohm ladder line with 43 foot vertical antenna K7TRF, Dec 8, 2021 at 10:14 PM
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    4. Software Defined Radio (SDR)

      Subjects pertaining to SDR operations and technology.
      Discussions:
      413
      Messages:
      3,781
      Latest: portable wideband/SWL receiver that is also SDR source? N0NB, Dec 8, 2021 at 12:58 PM
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    5. Microphones, Speakers & Audio Processing

      The place for microphones, headsets, speakers, and sound processing discussion.
      Discussions:
      2,659
      Messages:
      19,996
      Latest: Desk Microphone Impedance Switch W9GB, Dec 8, 2021 at 4:39 PM
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    6. Digital Radio, DMR, Fusion, Wires, DSTAR

      Discussions:
      278
      Messages:
      2,266
      Latest: DMR TG 3100 KL5C, Dec 8, 2021 at 10:11 PM
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    7. "Boat Anchor" & Classic Equipment

      Discussion on the care and operation of tube type/hybrid gear & equipment
      Discussions:
      6,046
      Messages:
      75,730
      Latest: Looking for tubes W4DSR, Dec 8, 2021 at 9:34 PM
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    8. Amplitude Modulation

      Discussions:
      1,020
      Messages:
      22,967
      Latest: N3LRX is gone NA1S, Dec 8, 2021 at 8:33 PM
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    9. Homebrew and Kit Projects

      Learn about or share shack engineered projects
      Discussions:
      3,755
      Messages:
      45,429
      Latest: Supercharged 20-Watt SSB Scratch-Built Transceiver K0IZ, Dec 8, 2021 at 10:10 PM
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    10. Radio Circuits, Repair & Performance

      The place to discuss circuits, repairs, and legal modifications/improvements to rigs and equipment.
      Discussions:
      6,478
      Messages:
      45,843
      Latest: Ic706mk2 no output hf and 6 but 2 meter ok W3TSB, Dec 8, 2021 at 9:32 PM
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    11. Amateur Radio Amplifiers

      Everything about setting up, operating, and maintaining amateur linear amplifiers
      Discussions:
      4,168
      Messages:
      64,090
      Latest: Future replacement for 4CX800A? KD2ACO, Dec 8, 2021 at 10:12 PM
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    12. Working Different Modes

      A forum for the discussion of Digital, SSTV, CW, and any other alternative transmission modes
      Discussions:
      3,001
      Messages:
      26,041
      Latest: PSK reporter station information WB7OKU, Dec 8, 2021 at 9:55 PM
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    13. Mobile Radio Systems

      The place to discuss mobile equipment, antennas, installation, troubleshooting, and operatiions
      Discussions:
      2,520
      Messages:
      24,574
      Latest: Discussion of V/UHF mobile antennas WA7ARK, Dec 8, 2021 at 12:52 AM
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    14. Satellite and Space Communications

      Discussion about these types of operation, including EME
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      3,144
      Messages:
      30,978
      Latest: The new KENWOOD RTX in use on the ISS Space Station ! IW2BSF, Dec 8, 2021 at 4:49 PM
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    15. The Low Bands - 630/2200 Meters - VLF

      Discussions:
      75
      Messages:
      956
      Latest: LOG antenna installation VE7PJR, Dec 5, 2021 at 12:46 AM
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    16. VHF/UHF - 50Mhz and Beyond

      Discussions:
      1,044
      Messages:
      13,949
      Latest: Icom 271A Japan version I3QJZ, Dec 8, 2021 at 7:41 PM
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    17. Echolink/IRLP Tech Board

      A resource for Echolink, IRLP, and other remote linkage knowledge and questions
      Discussions:
      617
      Messages:
      3,661
      Latest: Echolink VPS Proxy server VK4JE, Dec 7, 2021 at 11:21 AM
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    18. RFinderPi - Open Source radio interface based on R

      Discussions:
      75
      Messages:
      551
      Latest: If you have an RPi and need ham software: AD5MB, Nov 20, 2021
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    19. Computers, Hardware, and Operating Systems

      Discussion of computer and non-amateur radio software related topics
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      4,057
      Messages:
      50,694
      Latest: AWS is really wonderful...until it burps. KC4WEB, Dec 8, 2021 at 2:54 PM
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    20. Mac Ham Radio on macOS & iOS

      Discussions:
      267
      Messages:
      1,969
      Latest: MAC MINI M1 & Birdies on Receive 20M HDMI K3DCW, Dec 7, 2021 at 7:59 PM
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    21. Amateur Radio Software

      A discussion area for rig control, logging, utility, and other software applications.
      Discussions:
      3,535
      Messages:
      19,110
      Sub-Forums: 3

      Amateur Radio Software

      Sub-Forums

      1. Ham Radio Deluxe - HRD

      2. Logbooks & Logging Programs

      3. Rig Control, Prop., Cluster, & Other Software

      Latest: Trying different loggers without re-entering contacts? KD1JT, Dec 8, 2021 at 6:41 PM
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    22. Amateur Radio Equipment Reviews

      Personal reviews of amateur radio gear
      Discussions:
      2,125
      Messages:
      14,174
      Latest: Yaesu FT-897 KU3X, Dec 8, 2021 at 8:04 PM
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  5. Maker's Corner

    1. 3D Printing

      Making things out of thin air
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      19
      Messages:
      104
      Latest: Larger 3D Printer W1GNL, Dec 7, 2021 at 5:49 AM
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    2. Arduino Playground

      Discussions:
      13
      Messages:
      97
      Latest: Intelligent access control based on ESP32 and RFID BANCROFTLI126COM, Oct 27, 2021
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    3. Pixel Nights or Christmas Lights

      Discussions:
      6
      Messages:
      10
      Latest: Mega Tree Construction, Part 4 K2WH, Aug 13, 2021
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  6. Logging and Contesting

    1. Logbook User Forum

      Get Help with the QRZ Logbook here
      Discussions:
      5,677
      Messages:
      23,139
      Latest: Incoming QSO - DATA W1DQ, Dec 8, 2021 at 2:44 AM
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    2. QRZ Operating Awards

      Discussion and Q&A
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      211
      Messages:
      1,108
      Latest: DXCC W1DQ, Dec 6, 2021 at 1:32 AM
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    3. Suggestions and New Feature Requests

      Tell us how we might improve the Logbook
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      256
      Messages:
      846
      Latest: Dashboard KC1KAE, Dec 7, 2021 at 5:31 PM
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  7. QRZ Report Data

    System-generated reports from our servers

    1. Daily FCC Log

      Latest QRZ updates from the FCC
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      3,297
      Messages:
      3,395
      Latest: FCC Updates for QRZ, Dec 8, 2021 at 1:32 PM
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    2. Daily DX Log

      Latest QRZ updates by DX (non-USA) stations
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      3,924
      Messages:
      3,951
      Latest: DX Updates for 2021-12-07 - 59 new QRZ, Dec 8, 2021 at 9:31 AM
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  8. Amateur Radio Resources

    Find clubs, licensing information, and make on-air friends!

    1. SKED - QSO Scheduling

      Setup a contact, roundtable, or contest here!
      Discussions:
      2,146
      Messages:
      7,769
      Sub-Forums: 1

      SKED - QSO Scheduling

      Sub-Forums

      1. Top Band [160M] SKED Board

      Latest: ANYONE NEED VO1? 80-6M VO1FOX, Dec 8, 2021 at 5:53 PM
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    2. Becoming an Amateur Radio Operator/Upgrading Privi

      A place to ask questions about joining amateur radio, or expanding your horizons!
      Discussions:
      938
      Messages:
      9,202
      Latest: Getting my old 2 by 3 call sign back WI9LL, Oct 25, 2021
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    3. Amateur Radio Clubs

      A resource listing of amateur radio clubs and their interests from around the world!
      Discussions:
      239
      Messages:
      738
      Latest: CFO FOLKS WHO ARE ALSO MBRS OF THE CW OPS K1LKP, Nov 24, 2021
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    4. Amateur Radio License Test Schedules

      Scheduled Amateur Radio License Exams
      Discussions:
      156
      Messages:
      381
      Latest: North Carolina No Charge Amateur Radio Exams N4MQU, Aug 24, 2021
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  9. QRZ Community, Database Helpers, and Info

    Database Listing Help, Resources, Rules, and Information

    1. Add My Call Sign to QRZ - Database Helpers Forum

      Post here to get your call sign added to QRZ. Read the Instructions first.
      Discussions:
      2,313
      Messages:
      9,153
      Latest: Adicionar PU1SSF - Por gentileza JA6XZS, Dec 8, 2021 at 10:06 PM
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    2. Community Help Center

      Need help with the QRZ website? Ask your questions here. Open to all.
      Discussions:
      534
      Messages:
      2,167
      Latest: Selling items W8RID, Dec 8, 2021 at 5:54 PM
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    3. QRZ XML Logbook Data

      Live QSL Data from the QRZ Server
      Discussions:
      208
      Messages:
      634
      Latest: Web contact tab AJ4GQ, Dec 8, 2021 at 2:46 AM
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    4. Preguntas y Respuestas sobre QRZ.COM

      Spanish Language Help for QRZ
      Discussions:
      604
      Messages:
      1,931
      Latest: Ayuda con cambio de indicativo CA3EFG, Dec 1, 2021
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    5. Forum Test Area

      Make your trial postings here - open to all
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      76
      Messages:
      215
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Forum Test Area

      Sub-Forums
      Latest: test03 DO2JHM, Nov 3, 2021
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