GeekPod

Quick and basic explanation of the different voice modes used in amateur radio. Some of this info carries over to other forms of radio communications. The post GeekPod – Basic intro to the different voice modes used in amateur radio first appeared on RadioForNoobs.com.

In this GeekPod we discuss how PL and DPL (CTCSS /DTS) tones work along with some common misconceptions. This applies to any form of 2 way radio that uses so called “privacy” tones. The post GeekPod – How Radio PL and DPL tones work and their use first appeared on RadioForNoobs.com.

In this podcast we cover some of the more commonly used controls on a handheld radio. This is geared more towards amateur radio gear but some of the controls can be found on all handheld radios. The post GeekPod – Understanding Basic Handheld Radio Controls first appeared on RadioForNoobs.com.

What’s a Hamfest? If you’re new to the radio hobby, you may have heard somebody mention a hamfest, free flea, or tailgate. In this podcast I explain what these events are and why it’s worth attending. The post GeekPod – Hamfests, Sandwiches or Radios? first appeared on RadioForNoobs.com.

As a newcomer to the Amateur Radio hobby, you’re going to hear a bunch of radio terms being thrown around you may be unfamiliar with. In this podcast I take some of the more common terms and explain what they mean. The post GeekPod – Some Common Ham Radio Terminology for Newbies first appeared on RadioForNoobs.com.

In this podcast I will be explaining what is Ham Radio. I will cover some history as well as what you can do in the hobby, license types, and amateur radio’s role in our modern tech world. The post GeekPod – What is Ham Radio first appeared on RadioForNoobs.com.