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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.
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      11,241
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      Latest: The Last Radio Station NM7L, Jan 23, 2020 at 12:09 AM
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    2. Videos and Podcasts

      Member contributed content
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      Messages:
      952
      Latest: How to make an effective multi-band HF antenna G3CWI, Jan 20, 2020 at 11:10 AM
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    3. General Announcements

      General announcements and news tidbits
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      2,008
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      7,768
      Latest: More sunspots will be on their way. K6VIB, Jan 22, 2020 at 4:01 AM
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    4. Contests, DXpeditions and Special Events

      Upcoming Operations, Nets, and More
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      9,431
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      18,723
      Latest: VK5KI Kangaroo Island 4L5A, Jan 22, 2020 at 4:20 PM
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    5. Hamfest and Convention Calendar

      Upcoming Hamfests & Conventions
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      2,561
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      4,330
      Latest: 60th Annual SMARS Hamfest, Kalamazoo MI April 11, 2020 KQ8N, Jan 20, 2020 at 3:35 PM
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    6. Hamfest Reports

      User reviews of recent hamfests.
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      188
      Messages:
      722
      Latest: Hanging Judge Ham Fest KI5BYN, Jan 17, 2020 at 2:27 AM
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    7. Silent Keys / Friends Remembered

      In memory of those who have passed.
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      5,299
      Messages:
      9,716
      Latest: KM4SWM - HERMAN KUEBLER K1LKP, Jan 22, 2020 at 5:35 PM
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  3. Online Swapmeet

    A virtual hamfest with real good stuff!

    1. Ham Radio Gear For Sale

      Non-commercial, private sellers only.
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    2. Ham Made Gear

      Small businesses by hams, for hams
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    3. General Merchandise

      Everything else, not limited to Ham Radio...
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    4. Ham to Ham References

      Does the person you're dealing with have a good swapmeet reputation?
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    5. Stolen Radios, Scams and Rip-Offs

      Reports of thefts, rip-offs, and scams
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    6. Swapmeet Talk

      Talk about the swapmeet. Ask questions, get price opinions, converse with moderators.
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  4. Discussion Forums

    Share your views with others

    1. Ham Radio Discussions

      Discussion, opinions and viewpoints on amateur radio related topics
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      Latest: When exactly did “ham” become HAM? WW2PT, Jan 23, 2020 at 12:55 AM
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    2. QRZ Stickers Around the World

      Show us your QRZ Bumper Sticker
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      76
      Messages:
      245
      Latest: Just got mine in the mail KI7OQF, Jan 17, 2020 at 2:24 AM
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    3. The DX Zone

      Topics about DXing and DX
      Discussions:
      1,425
      Messages:
      21,015
      Latest: The Official DX "ATNO" thread KE8KMX, Jan 23, 2020 at 12:02 AM
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    4. On the Road

      RV and Mobile Operations, trip reports
      Discussions:
      574
      Messages:
      5,884
      Sub-Forums: 2

      On the Road

      Sub-Forums

      1. RV Operating and Camping

      2. Mobile Radio

      Latest: What's a working generator add to RV value? W6TMI, Jan 22, 2020 at 10:23 PM
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    5. Youth Forum

      To promote youth interest and activity in Amateur Radio
      Discussions:
      661
      Messages:
      6,796
      Latest: Y.A.C.H.T. ham radio connection KG8CX, Jan 7, 2020
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    6. Survey Center

      Survey says and your opinion is...
      Discussions:
      302
      Messages:
      10,086
      Latest: Do You Unplug For Lightning Storms ? VE3CGA, Jan 22, 2020 at 6:09 PM
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    7. Straight Keys - CW Enthusiasts

      For CW proponents only.
      Discussions:
      790
      Messages:
      14,834
      Latest: Wide Open Spaces WW2PT, Jan 23, 2020 at 12:09 AM
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    8. The YL Zone

      This forum is exclusively for YL members of QRZ
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      33
      Messages:
      363
      Latest: Hello, I'm a newbie - MW7CVT KC9ZHV, Dec 30, 2019
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    9. QRP Corner

      Devoted to QRP operation
      Discussions:
      417
      Messages:
      6,348
      Latest: SW-3B transceiver NU6I, Jan 22, 2020 at 8:21 PM
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    10. On-Air Operations - Q&A

      Comments, questions and answers about on-air operating
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      Messages:
      1,612
      Latest: 3895 Digital Noise N1PS, Jan 21, 2020 at 2:04 AM
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    11. Amplitude Modulation

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      Latest: Show off time! Post some photos of your AM-centric shacks! W7KNX, Jan 23, 2020 at 12:43 AM
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  5. 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
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      Latest: Replacement 6 pin DC connector for IC756Pro3? VE3GZB, Jan 23, 2020 at 12:40 AM
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    2. Antennas, Feedlines, Towers & Rotors

      Everything about antennas, towers, feedlines and the care & feeding of them!
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      Latest: 7/16" fiberglass rebar for antenna mast? WB2WIK, Jan 23, 2020 at 1:20 AM
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    3. Software Defined Radio (SDR)

      Subjects pertaining to SDR operations and technology.
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      1,309
      Latest: Malamute SDR transcever KC4DYM, Jan 20, 2020 at 9:39 PM
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    4. Microphones, Speakers & Audio Processing

      The place for microphones, headsets, speakers, and sound processing discussion.
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      Messages:
      16,919
      Latest: Is there any RX difference between ham headphones and music headphones? KA9JLM, Jan 22, 2020 at 5:28 PM
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    5. "Boat Anchor" & Classic Equipment

      Discussion on the care and operation of tube type/hybrid gear & equipment
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      5,067
      Messages:
      61,474
      Latest: Can eBay sellers get more absurd? Just amazing to me NM7L, Jan 22, 2020 at 11:38 PM
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    6. Homebrew and Kit Projects

      Learn about or share shack engineered projects
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      3,303
      Messages:
      39,209
      Latest: Best cases for home brew projects? AA7QQ, Jan 22, 2020 at 11:57 PM
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    7. Radio Circuits, Repair & Performance

      The place to discuss circuits, repairs, and legal modifications/improvements to rigs and equipment.
      Discussions:
      5,732
      Messages:
      39,178
      Latest: HeathKit SB-303 Diode Specs W8RLC, Jan 22, 2020 at 11:43 PM
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    8. Amateur Radio Amplifiers

      Everything about setting up, operating, and maintaining amateur linear amplifiers
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      3,370
      Messages:
      52,493
      Latest: AC receptacles for power amplifiers KG5DRV, Jan 23, 2020 at 12:57 AM
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    9. Working Different Modes

      A forum for the discussion of Digital, SSTV, CW, and any other alternative transmission modes
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      2,567
      Messages:
      22,239
      Latest: APRS Voice Alert On or Off? W4POT, Jan 22, 2020 at 3:00 PM
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    10. Mobile Radio Systems

      The place to discuss mobile equipment, antennas, installation, troubleshooting, and operatiions
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      2,213
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      21,459
      Latest: Screwdriver auto controllers - thoughts? WW2PT, Jan 22, 2020 at 4:41 PM
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    11. Satellite and Space Communications

      Discussion about these types of operation, including EME
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      2,482
      Messages:
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      Latest: G5500 proper setup to avoid flip KB1PVH, Jan 22, 2020 at 11:18 PM
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    12. The Low Bands - 630/2200 Meters - VLF

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      Latest: Direction for a beverage type antenna WQ2H, Jan 13, 2020
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    13. VHF/UHF - 50Mhz and Beyond

      Discussions:
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      Latest: VHF contest N2SLO, Jan 23, 2020 at 12:45 AM
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    14. Echolink/IRLP Tech Board

      A resource for Echolink, IRLP, and other remote linkage knowledge and questions
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      549
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      3,282
      Latest: Echolink reconnecting KA9JLM, Jan 22, 2020 at 12:40 AM
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    15. RFinderPi - Open Source radio interface based on R

      Discussions:
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      449
      Latest: Connecting JumboSpot to iPhone Personal Hotspot WB2LBV, Jan 1, 2020
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    16. Computers, Hardware, and Operating Systems

      Discussion of computer and non-amateur radio software related topics
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      Messages:
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      Sub-Forums: 1

      Computers, Hardware, and Operating Systems

      Sub-Forums

      1. OS: Mac OS

      Latest: Another move by Microsoft to Kill WIN 7 KK4NSF, Jan 23, 2020 at 1:09 AM
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    17. Amateur Radio Software

      A discussion area for rig control, logging, utility, and other software applications.
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      3,065
      Messages:
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      Sub-Forums: 3

      Amateur Radio Software

      Sub-Forums

      1. Ham Radio Deluxe - HRD

      2. Logbooks & Logging Programs

      3. Rig Control, Propagation, Cluster, & Other Softwar

      Latest: N1MM Logger+ and Winter Field Day KS2G, Jan 22, 2020 at 9:02 PM
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    18. Amateur Radio Equipment Reviews

      Personal reviews of amateur radio gear
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      Messages:
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      Latest: RGO ONE - new HF compact CW/SSB transceiver OK1RP, Jan 21, 2020 at 8:13 AM
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  6. Logging and Contesting

    1. Logbook User Forum

      Get Help with the QRZ Logbook here
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      Latest: KG7MAK EP3AS, Jan 22, 2020 at 4:30 PM
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    2. QRZ Operating Awards

      Discussion and Q&A
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      Latest: What continent is Hawaii for QRZ World Continents award? KJ4VTH, Jan 14, 2020
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    3. Suggestions and New Feature Requests

      Tell us how we might improve the Logbook
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      Latest: Thank you N1GKE, Jan 18, 2020 at 3:23 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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      Latest: FCC Updates for QRZ, Jan 21, 2020 at 1:30 PM
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    2. Daily DX Log

      Latest QRZ updates by DX (non-USA) stations
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      3,237
      Messages:
      3,259
      Latest: DX Updates for 2020-01-21 - 59 new QRZ, Jan 22, 2020 at 9:30 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!
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      1,967
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      SKED - QSO Scheduling

      Sub-Forums

      1. Top Band [160M] SKED Board

      Latest: NE Nebraska Stations Doing Winter Field Day? KF5RHI, Jan 22, 2020 at 2:06 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!
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      8,551
      Latest: Just saying hi to all and looking to learn! KI7OQF, Jan 21, 2020 at 2:51 AM
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    3. Amateur Radio Clubs

      A resource listing of amateur radio clubs and their interests from around the world!
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      174
      Messages:
      567
      Latest: Interesting Club Night M0ODV, Jan 20, 2020 at 12:37 PM
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    4. Amateur Radio License Test Schedules

      Scheduled Amateur Radio License Exams
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      Messages:
      267
      Latest: San Antonio - Amateur Radio Testing - Permanent Schedule. K5RCD, Dec 20, 2019
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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.
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      4,458
      Messages:
      19,738
      Latest: Favor agregar mi nuevo indicativo EB1BSV, Jan 23, 2020 at 1:22 AM
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    2. Community Help Center

      Need help with the QRZ website? Ask your questions here. Open to all.
      Discussions:
      6,921
      Messages:
      25,160
      Latest: Malicious Threat,, Internet Security KJ4VTH, Jan 23, 2020 at 1:05 AM
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    3. QRZ XML Logbook Data

      Live QSL Data from the QRZ Server
      Discussions:
      161
      Messages:
      520
      Latest: XML to Excel W5UAA, Jan 7, 2020
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    4. Preguntas y Respuestas sobre QRZ.COM

      Spanish Language Help for QRZ
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      521
      Messages:
      1,552
      Latest: Cambio de Indicativo EB1BSV, Jan 15, 2020
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    5. Forum Test Area

      Make your trial postings here - open to all
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      58
      Latest: jpeg KA9JLM, Jan 22, 2020 at 11:13 PM
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