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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:
      12,482
      Messages:
      274,144
      Latest: A Trip to Fix a Ham Radio Repeater KA9JLM, Sep 23, 2021 at 6:02 PM
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    2. Videos and Podcasts

      Member contributed content
      Discussions:
      772
      Messages:
      2,601
      Latest: Icom IC-705 & PowerFilm Lightsaver Max W4NNF, Sep 23, 2021 at 3:37 PM
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    3. General Announcements

      General announcements and news tidbits
      Discussions:
      2,279
      Messages:
      8,972
      Latest: The September - October 2021 Communicator eZine AB9NZ, Sep 22, 2021 at 11:39 AM
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    4. Contests, DXpeditions and Special Events

      Upcoming Operations, Nets, and More
      Discussions:
      10,389
      Messages:
      21,236
      Latest: SPECIAL EVENT F5SKW, Sep 23, 2021 at 8:17 PM
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    5. Hamfest and Convention Calendar

      Upcoming Hamfests & Conventions
      Discussions:
      2,731
      Messages:
      4,830
      Latest: 46th Annual Elmira International Hamfest Sept. 25, 2021 Chemung County Fair Grounds W7UUU, Sep 23, 2021 at 4:11 PM
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    6. Hamfest Reports

      User reviews of recent hamfests.
      Discussions:
      229
      Messages:
      948
      Latest: Shelby NC hamfest photos 9/2-9/4/21 KC9ONY, Sep 6, 2021
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    7. Silent Keys / Friends Remembered

      In memory of those who have passed.
      Discussions:
      6,535
      Messages:
      13,355
      Latest: James Carlton Moore, WU3V (sk) W9GB, Sep 23, 2021 at 7:59 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
      Discussions:
      40,922
      Messages:
      1,261,389
      Latest: Spurious Emmissions GM3ZMA, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:50 PM
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    2. Ham Radio Life

      Everyday things in the lives of ham operators.
      Discussions:
      414
      Messages:
      18,907
      Latest: Post a picture that you took today! W9JEF, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:52 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:
      1,606
      Messages:
      23,389
      Latest: Any information on FX8GX? DJ0AJ, Sep 23, 2021 at 7:51 PM
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    5. On the Road

      RV and Mobile Operations, trip reports
      Discussions:
      744
      Messages:
      7,753
      Sub-Forums: 2

      On the Road

      Sub-Forums

      1. RV Operating and Camping

      2. Mobile Radio

      Latest: Victron Energy multiPlus Inverter/chargers ... RFI? KG4RRH, Sep 22, 2021 at 8:05 PM
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    6. Youth Forum

      To promote youth interest and activity in Amateur Radio
      Discussions:
      678
      Messages:
      6,963
      Latest: Youth Shacks Show your Shack KD2UHF, Sep 18, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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    7. Survey Center

      Survey says and your opinion is...
      Discussions:
      325
      Messages:
      11,232
      Latest: What kind of rigs you are using and Why? N8AFT, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:20 PM
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    8. Straight Keys - CW Enthusiasts

      For CW proponents only.
      Discussions:
      1,283
      Messages:
      24,531
      Latest: How did you radio today? (CW edition) N8AFT, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:28 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:
      652
      Messages:
      10,189
      Latest: Yaesu FT 817 KB1FGC, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:55 PM
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    11. On-Air Operations - Q&A

      Comments, questions and answers about on-air operating
      Discussions:
      174
      Messages:
      2,790
      Latest: Noise on 40 & 80 meters lately N1BCG, Sep 23, 2021 at 2:27 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:
      57,432
      Messages:
      547,502
      Latest: TS-870SAT ERR- 2E No TX/RX WB2WIK, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:39 PM
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    2. Tips and Tricks

      A moderated forum where useful ideas and techniques are shared.
      Discussions:
      47
      Messages:
      312
      Latest: Cheap and easy desktop PTT switch N6MST, Sep 23, 2021 at 8:12 PM
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    3. Antennas, Feedlines, Towers & Rotors

      Everything about antennas, towers, feedlines and the care & feeding of them!
      Discussions:
      21,957
      Messages:
      299,554
      Latest: Need some concrete advice WN2X, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:54 PM
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    4. Software Defined Radio (SDR)

      Subjects pertaining to SDR operations and technology.
      Discussions:
      396
      Messages:
      3,505
      Latest: NOAA Satellite Images AB9TX, Sep 23, 2021 at 8:40 PM
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    5. Microphones, Speakers & Audio Processing

      The place for microphones, headsets, speakers, and sound processing discussion.
      Discussions:
      2,612
      Messages:
      19,650
      Latest: DIY DSP Noise Reduction IW2NDH, Sep 23, 2021 at 2:01 PM
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    6. Digital Radio, DMR, Fusion, Wires, DSTAR

      Discussions:
      234
      Messages:
      1,957
      Latest: Yaesu C4FM/Wires and MMDVM hotspot G8FXC, Sep 23, 2021 at 7:15 AM
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    7. "Boat Anchor" & Classic Equipment

      Discussion on the care and operation of tube type/hybrid gear & equipment
      Discussions:
      5,934
      Messages:
      74,238
      Latest: Icom IC-745 trimmer capacitors N8YX, Sep 23, 2021 at 4:19 PM
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    8. Amplitude Modulation

      Discussions:
      994
      Messages:
      22,395
      Latest: 32s-1 and a Gonset G76 winter projects? N2DTS, Sep 23, 2021 at 2:51 AM
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    9. Homebrew and Kit Projects

      Learn about or share shack engineered projects
      Discussions:
      3,702
      Messages:
      44,728
      Latest: Oscillator/PA Cathode Keying, "Spotting" Your Frequency, and Chirp SM0AOM, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:21 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:
      6,419
      Messages:
      45,403
      Latest: Yaesu FT-1000mp mark v frequency drift KM6EVP, Sep 23, 2021 at 7:55 PM
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    11. Amateur Radio Amplifiers

      Everything about setting up, operating, and maintaining amateur linear amplifiers
      Discussions:
      4,086
      Messages:
      63,067
      Latest: SPE EXPERT 1.3K-FA Solid State Linear Amplifier K7JQ, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:41 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:
      2,955
      Messages:
      25,648
      Latest: PSK 31 KD9VV, Sep 23, 2021 at 8:07 PM
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    13. Mobile Radio Systems

      The place to discuss mobile equipment, antennas, installation, troubleshooting, and operatiions
      Discussions:
      2,494
      Messages:
      24,253
      Latest: First time drilling into the car WD5GWY, Sep 22, 2021 at 11:00 PM
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    14. Satellite and Space Communications

      Discussion about these types of operation, including EME
      Discussions:
      3,080
      Messages:
      30,611
      Latest: Why do astronauts... K3RLD, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:36 PM
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    15. The Low Bands - 630/2200 Meters - VLF

      Discussions:
      69
      Messages:
      929
      Latest: Resource for LF/VLF equipment KL7AJ, Sep 22, 2021 at 2:33 AM
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    16. VHF/UHF - 50Mhz and Beyond

      Discussions:
      1,011
      Messages:
      13,617
      Latest: Ducting on VHF KK9W, Sep 22, 2021 at 8:36 PM
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    17. Echolink/IRLP Tech Board

      A resource for Echolink, IRLP, and other remote linkage knowledge and questions
      Discussions:
      613
      Messages:
      3,645
      Latest: Help Needed with EchoHam. WB0MSZ, Sep 16, 2021
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    18. RFinderPi - Open Source radio interface based on R

      Discussions:
      72
      Messages:
      516
      Latest: Is anyone using HAMshield? KK4NSF, May 10, 2021
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    19. Computers, Hardware, and Operating Systems

      Discussion of computer and non-amateur radio software related topics
      Discussions:
      4,034
      Messages:
      50,230
      Latest: WSJT-X on Linux Mint KK4NSF, Sep 23, 2021 at 7:52 PM
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    20. Mac Ham Radio on macOS & iOS

      Discussions:
      251
      Messages:
      1,875
      Latest: M1 chip and WSJT X N2AE, Sep 21, 2021 at 8:51 PM
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    21. Amateur Radio Software

      A discussion area for rig control, logging, utility, and other software applications.
      Discussions:
      3,498
      Messages:
      18,896
      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: New software coming soon IZ4OSH, Sep 23, 2021 at 5:05 PM
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    22. Amateur Radio Equipment Reviews

      Personal reviews of amateur radio gear
      Discussions:
      2,118
      Messages:
      14,134
      Latest: IC-PW2 W7DGJ, Sep 23, 2021 at 8:42 PM
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  5. Maker's Corner

    1. 3D Printing

      Making things out of thin air
      Discussions:
      14
      Messages:
      66
      Latest: Since no one has posted a printed project yet, let me kick it off... KG5RZ, Sep 23, 2021 at 6:47 PM
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    2. Arduino Playground

      Discussions:
      12
      Messages:
      90
      Latest: Welcome to the Arduino Playground PU2OZT, Sep 23, 2021 at 1:41 PM
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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:
      5,531
      Messages:
      22,571
      Latest: ITU Changed, Logbook is still entering old ITU W1DQ, Sep 23, 2021 at 8:55 PM
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    2. QRZ Operating Awards

      Discussion and Q&A
      Discussions:
      202
      Messages:
      1,065
      Latest: US 500 Counties Award IW2ILQ, Sep 22, 2021 at 8:30 AM
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    3. Suggestions and New Feature Requests

      Tell us how we might improve the Logbook
      Discussions:
      250
      Messages:
      830
      Latest: FT4 mode logging W1DQ, Aug 24, 2021
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  7. QRZ Report Data

    System-generated reports from our servers

    1. Daily FCC Log

      Latest QRZ updates from the FCC
      Discussions:
      3,229
      Messages:
      3,327
      Latest: FCC Updates for QRZ, Sep 23, 2021 at 1:30 PM
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    2. Daily DX Log

      Latest QRZ updates by DX (non-USA) stations
      Discussions:
      3,848
      Messages:
      3,875
      Latest: DX Updates for 2021-09-22 - 48 new QRZ, Sep 23, 2021 at 10:31 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:
      2,128
      Messages:
      7,703
      Sub-Forums: 1

      SKED - QSO Scheduling

      Sub-Forums

      1. Top Band [160M] SKED Board

      Latest: Delaware- where are you? FT8 on 20 KA1ULN, Sep 22, 2021 at 9:12 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:
      936
      Messages:
      9,188
      Latest: FROM TECHNICIAN TO EXTRA IN 2 MONTHS! KJ7ZII, Sep 16, 2021
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    3. Amateur Radio Clubs

      A resource listing of amateur radio clubs and their interests from around the world!
      Discussions:
      229
      Messages:
      723
      Latest: K5TYP--Keesler AFB, Biloxi MS AA5BK, Sep 20, 2021 at 2:48 AM
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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:
      20,522
      Messages:
      86,686
      Latest: Please add my call sign to your database JA6XZS, Sep 23, 2021 at 9:38 PM
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    2. Community Help Center

      Need help with the QRZ website? Ask your questions here. Open to all.
      Discussions:
      7,966
      Messages:
      29,768
      Latest: 82 and past sell by date 2W0HOH, Sep 23, 2021 at 5:29 PM
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    3. QRZ XML Logbook Data

      Live QSL Data from the QRZ Server
      Discussions:
      201
      Messages:
      617
      Latest: Web contact tab M0BUT, Sep 18, 2021 at 8:18 PM
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    4. Preguntas y Respuestas sobre QRZ.COM

      Spanish Language Help for QRZ
      Discussions:
      598
      Messages:
      1,919
      Latest: Solicitud para añadir indicativo a la base de datos EA8DLP, Sep 13, 2021
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    5. Forum Test Area

      Make your trial postings here - open to all
      Discussions:
      75
      Messages:
      226
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Forum Test Area

      Sub-Forums
      Latest: Test photo WA2CWA, Aug 11, 2021
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