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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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      12,090
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      265,310
      Latest: Ham Talk Live! Episode 248 - Building the Big Ugly Balun PA0MHS, Feb 28, 2021 at 9:38 AM
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    2. Videos and Podcasts

      Member contributed content
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      Messages:
      1,453
      Latest: Small Footprint QRP K9ROB, Feb 24, 2021 at 4:15 PM
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    3. General Announcements

      General announcements and news tidbits
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      2,203
      Messages:
      8,630
      Latest: 2 METER AM NET WA4ILH, Feb 27, 2021 at 10:57 PM
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    4. Contests, DXpeditions and Special Events

      Upcoming Operations, Nets, and More
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      10,049
      Messages:
      20,226
      Latest: 5H1IP Zanzibar 4L5A, Feb 27, 2021 at 8:09 PM
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    5. Hamfest and Convention Calendar

      Upcoming Hamfests & Conventions
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      2,648
      Messages:
      4,591
      Latest: HamCation Special Edition KO4MMO, Feb 21, 2021
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    6. Hamfest Reports

      User reviews of recent hamfests.
      Discussions:
      213
      Messages:
      823
      Latest: Hara Arena, On it's way down KL7AJ, Feb 28, 2021 at 1:25 AM
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    7. Silent Keys / Friends Remembered

      In memory of those who have passed.
      Discussions:
      6,084
      Messages:
      12,191
      Latest: Ken, G1HFS SK G4COE, Feb 28, 2021 at 10:15 AM
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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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      Latest: Probably been asked 100 times. FTdx3000 vs. IC-7300? W5IEI, Feb 28, 2021 at 10:03 AM
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    2. Ham Radio Life

      Everyday things in the lives of ham operators.
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      229
      Messages:
      11,736
      Latest: Fry's gone, Best Buy next? K6JK, Feb 28, 2021 at 8:41 AM
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    3. QRZ Stickers Around the World

      Show us your QRZ Bumper Sticker
      Discussions:
      78
      Messages:
      254
      Latest: Sticker Availability? WV8RKO, Jan 29, 2021
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    4. The DX Zone

      Topics about DXing and DX
      Discussions:
      1,549
      Messages:
      22,698
      Latest: QSL exchange.... AF2F, Feb 28, 2021 at 3:59 AM
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    5. On the Road

      RV and Mobile Operations, trip reports
      Discussions:
      681
      Messages:
      7,025
      Sub-Forums: 2

      On the Road

      Sub-Forums

      1. RV Operating and Camping

      2. Mobile Radio

      Latest: Maybe can't avoid an RV HF rig but which? -Tried remote, but... WD0BCT, Feb 27, 2021 at 6:53 PM
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    6. Youth Forum

      To promote youth interest and activity in Amateur Radio
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      671
      Messages:
      6,901
      Latest: Youth Shacks Show your Shack KD2UHF, Feb 13, 2021
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    7. Survey Center

      Survey says and your opinion is...
      Discussions:
      318
      Messages:
      10,870
      Latest: Some of your favorite QRZ pages KB2BK, Feb 22, 2021 at 12:09 PM
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    8. Straight Keys - CW Enthusiasts

      For CW proponents only.
      Discussions:
      1,105
      Messages:
      21,177
      Latest: Capacitor across bug contacts? NW6V, Feb 28, 2021 at 10:16 AM
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    9. The YL Zone

      This forum is exclusively for YL members of QRZ
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      40
      Messages:
      404
      Latest: Hey Girls Please Post - What got you into amateur radio? K8VSY, Dec 16, 2020
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    10. QRP Corner

      Devoted to QRP operation
      Discussions:
      572
      Messages:
      8,849
      Latest: Seeking a QRP SWR meter,, NOT MFJ,,, WA9UAA, Feb 28, 2021 at 7:00 AM
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    11. On-Air Operations - Q&A

      Comments, questions and answers about on-air operating
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      150
      Messages:
      2,225
      Latest: HOA Class W7HV, Feb 27, 2021 at 8:46 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:
      56,282
      Messages:
      534,455
      Latest: TEN TEC OMNI VI experts - Question! KH6VP, Feb 28, 2021 at 9:09 AM
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    2. Antennas, Feedlines, Towers & Rotors

      Everything about antennas, towers, feedlines and the care & feeding of them!
      Discussions:
      20,715
      Messages:
      280,759
      Latest: Needing to turn off Yaesu FT 450D in order to Tune. G8FXC, Feb 28, 2021 at 8:53 AM
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    3. Software Defined Radio (SDR)

      Subjects pertaining to SDR operations and technology.
      Discussions:
      314
      Messages:
      2,674
      Latest: IC-7300 plus linear amp warning W9FL, Feb 28, 2021 at 1:17 AM
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    4. Microphones, Speakers & Audio Processing

      The place for microphones, headsets, speakers, and sound processing discussion.
      Discussions:
      2,495
      Messages:
      18,728
      Latest: Icom SM-30 (electret) vs SM-50 (dynamic) mic comparison? W4CNA, Feb 28, 2021 at 12:25 AM
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    5. Digital Radio, DMR, Fusion, Wires, DSTAR

      Discussions:
      103
      Messages:
      806
      Latest: Openspot 3 P25 K6EEN, Feb 28, 2021 at 3:35 AM
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    6. "Boat Anchor" & Classic Equipment

      Discussion on the care and operation of tube type/hybrid gear & equipment
      Discussions:
      5,614
      Messages:
      70,068
      Latest: Drake B vs. C W9BRD, Feb 28, 2021 at 4:45 AM
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    7. Amplitude Modulation

      Discussions:
      944
      Messages:
      21,523
      Latest: Another well-known AMer SK WG8Z, Feb 24, 2021 at 6:07 PM
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    8. Homebrew and Kit Projects

      Learn about or share shack engineered projects
      Discussions:
      3,582
      Messages:
      42,935
      Latest: 2m Fox/ARDF Beacon Kit or Detailed Build? OZ2M, Feb 28, 2021 at 8:01 AM
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    9. Radio Circuits, Repair & Performance

      The place to discuss circuits, repairs, and legal modifications/improvements to rigs and equipment.
      Discussions:
      6,207
      Messages:
      43,748
      Latest: Does anyone have a schematic of ROHDE & SCHWARZ ESH3? BI4LBK, Feb 28, 2021 at 5:38 AM
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    10. Amateur Radio Amplifiers

      Everything about setting up, operating, and maintaining amateur linear amplifiers
      Discussions:
      3,861
      Messages:
      59,943
      Latest: AL-82 on 208 VAC K4ECA, Feb 28, 2021 at 10:28 AM
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    11. Working Different Modes

      A forum for the discussion of Digital, SSTV, CW, and any other alternative transmission modes
      Discussions:
      2,826
      Messages:
      24,332
      Latest: Anyone Do FT8 On 1296? KA3TJI, Feb 28, 2021 at 1:26 AM
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    12. Mobile Radio Systems

      The place to discuss mobile equipment, antennas, installation, troubleshooting, and operatiions
      Discussions:
      2,395
      Messages:
      23,222
      Latest: Battery different sizes for mobile set up KD4UPL, Feb 28, 2021 at 3:11 AM
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    13. Satellite and Space Communications

      Discussion about these types of operation, including EME
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      2,862
      Messages:
      28,934
      Latest: Rotor Recommendations KB1PVH, Feb 28, 2021 at 2:55 AM
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    14. The Low Bands - 630/2200 Meters - VLF

      Discussions:
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      887
      Latest: Inverted L 600M and 160M W0BTU, Feb 24, 2021 at 10:45 PM
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    15. VHF/UHF - 50Mhz and Beyond

      Discussions:
      932
      Messages:
      12,270
      Latest: "COMPACtenna" - fact or fiction? W9XMT, Feb 28, 2021 at 8:59 AM
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    16. Echolink/IRLP Tech Board

      A resource for Echolink, IRLP, and other remote linkage knowledge and questions
      Discussions:
      586
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      3,528
      Latest: Linux startup and EchoLink KJ7QNP, Feb 27, 2021 at 11:19 PM
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    17. RFinderPi - Open Source radio interface based on R

      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      503
      Latest: New forum for Digital Radio, DMR, Fusion, Wires AD5MB, Feb 22, 2021 at 2:56 PM
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    18. Computers, Hardware, and Operating Systems

      Discussion of computer and non-amateur radio software related topics
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      3,953
      Messages:
      48,799
      Latest: DOS. Anybody still use it? KD0KZE, Feb 28, 2021 at 2:58 AM
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    19. Mac Ham Radio on macOS & iOS

      Discussions:
      214
      Messages:
      1,554
      Latest: Question Re: TIDradio TH6 K3DCW, Feb 27, 2021 at 3:00 PM
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    20. Amateur Radio Software

      A discussion area for rig control, logging, utility, and other software applications.
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      3,330
      Messages:
      17,898
      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: MSHV M0AGP, Feb 27, 2021 at 11:28 PM
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    21. Amateur Radio Equipment Reviews

      Personal reviews of amateur radio gear
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      2,099
      Messages:
      13,895
      Latest: FT-991A MODS VHF UHF ??? PA5COR, Feb 28, 2021 at 9:46 AM
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  5. Logging and Contesting

    1. Logbook User Forum

      Get Help with the QRZ Logbook here
      Discussions:
      4,782
      Messages:
      19,981
      Latest: Help creating a new logbook ZS6US, Feb 28, 2021 at 9:39 AM
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    2. QRZ Operating Awards

      Discussion and Q&A
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      Messages:
      944
      Latest: QRZ log and Awards KB9HGI, Feb 28, 2021 at 4:56 AM
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    3. Suggestions and New Feature Requests

      Tell us how we might improve the Logbook
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      236
      Messages:
      778
      Latest: "Ignore" QSO's not eligible for an award KQ8W, Feb 23, 2021 at 10:06 PM
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  6. QRZ Report Data

    System-generated reports from our servers

    1. Daily FCC Log

      Latest QRZ updates from the FCC
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      Messages:
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      Latest: FCC Updates for QRZ, Feb 27, 2021 at 9:30 AM
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    2. Daily DX Log

      Latest QRZ updates by DX (non-USA) stations
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      3,640
      Messages:
      3,666
      Latest: DX Updates for 2021-02-26 - 66 new QRZ, Feb 27, 2021 at 9:31 AM
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  7. 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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      2,081
      Messages:
      7,590
      Sub-Forums: 1

      SKED - QSO Scheduling

      Sub-Forums

      1. Top Band [160M] SKED Board

      Latest: Vermont contact needed!!! please help me Vermont KG2RG, Feb 19, 2021
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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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      921
      Messages:
      9,022
      Latest: Just passed my extra test! KJ7LPI, Feb 28, 2021 at 2:58 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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      189
      Messages:
      650
      Latest: CFO CLUB IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT KA9S HAS JOINED OUR RANKS K1LKP, Feb 25, 2021 at 11:55 PM
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    4. Amateur Radio License Test Schedules

      Scheduled Amateur Radio License Exams
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      Messages:
      312
      Latest: DFW In Person Testing AG5CK, Dec 18, 2020
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  8. 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:
      15,126
      Messages:
      65,673
      Latest: Please add M7OLA Thank you EB1BSV, Feb 28, 2021 at 10:37 AM
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    2. Community Help Center

      Need help with the QRZ website? Ask your questions here. Open to all.
      Discussions:
      7,617
      Messages:
      28,224
      Latest: emailing a QRZ member? W7UUU, Feb 28, 2021 at 5:20 AM
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    3. QRZ XML Logbook Data

      Live QSL Data from the QRZ Server
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      184
      Messages:
      576
      Latest: Nickname in XML lookup ZS6US, Feb 27, 2021 at 4:15 PM
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    4. Preguntas y Respuestas sobre QRZ.COM

      Spanish Language Help for QRZ
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      564
      Messages:
      1,777
      Latest: Inscribirme en el LogBook EB1BSV, Feb 22, 2021 at 6:45 PM
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    5. Forum Test Area

      Make your trial postings here - open to all
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      61
      Messages:
      189
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Forum Test Area

      Sub-Forums
      Latest: Just a test AJ4GQ, Feb 21, 2021
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