General Flashcards
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What is the approximate length of a quarter-wave vertical antenna for 146 MHz?
Answer: 19 inches
A quarter-wave vertical for 146 MHz is approximately 19 inches (about 48 cm) long.
What safety hazard is associated with RF burns?
Answer: Tissue damage from RF energy absorbed at high power levels
RF burns occur when high levels of RF energy are absorbed by body tissue, causing heating and damage.
What is the correct way to respond when a station calls 'CQ'?
Answer: Transmit the calling station's call sign followed by your own call sign
Standard procedure is to say the CQ station's call sign and then identify yourself with your own call sign.
Which band is most commonly used for local emergency communication by Technician licensees?
Answer: 2 meters (144-148 MHz)
The 2-meter band with its wide repeater network is the primary local emergency communication band for Technicians.
What is 'packet radio'?
Answer: A digital mode that sends data in bursts using AX.25 protocol
Packet radio is a digital communication mode that transmits data in discrete packets using the AX.25 protocol.
What is the purpose of the FCC amateur radio station log?
Answer: To record station operations for reference and to assist in resolving interference complaints
Station logs are kept voluntarily by most operators for personal reference and can help resolve interference or other complaints.
What does 'QRM' mean in amateur radio shorthand?
Answer: Interference from other stations
QRM refers to man-made interference, typically from other radio stations transmitting on or near your frequency.