2021 年的时候，我获得了 B 类操作证，趁着五五节，才正式打算入手短波机器。咨询了 @"BI1NJK"#243 @"BI1JNP"#603 @"venzo"#4 之后，最终选定了 Yaesu FT-DX10。大概是 17 年的时候，我在高中阶段，图书馆中的电脑报，看到了树莓派加杜邦线可以发射无线电的玩法，于是我便知道了业余无线电。和我刚接触业余无线电的时候一样，现在我遇到了同样的流程问题。 2019 年，大三阶段，想起来高中时候的无线电，想尝试玩玩。泉州地区差不多是一年组织一次考试。我并不知道考试步骤、报名方式、考试内容，也没有现在的各种微信小程序，本地的活跃度也并不高，隔了一段时间才找到了群体。考了证书后，只知道要买个手台，在 HamZone 群里按照大家的建议，入手了宝峰 UV-5R，后来才知道核准证是有残缺频段的。鉴于那时候的踩坑，我想需要有个社区，并且需要有个方便查阅的新手文档，于是有了 HamCQ 和手册。现在终于入手了短波机器，却又面临了同样的困惑： * @"venzo"#4 指导了省内执照的登记，在材料方面，我才知道有很多需要注意的细节，并且需要争取。 * 设备到了之后，看到电源线是黑白的两根裸线，两眼一黑，问了 @"BI1NJK"#243 才知道需要自己配电源，于是买了求精 6 代 * @"venzo"#4 送了一套协谷的拉杆天线 VM-01 给我，这时候我知道了，电台和天线之间还需要馈线，于是买了钻石 M 的 10m 馈线。 * 我自己在 JYR 的淘宝店，入手了 40M 的端馈， @"venzo"#4 告知我这太长了，很不方便，于是又入手了 20M 的端馈。 * 考虑到后续可能会尝试野外架台，于是又入了大疆的户外电源，还有一个小推车，放后备箱。当设备、端馈、天线，都到齐之后，我把天线伸到窗户外，又被难住了，我要怎么操作这个电台？哪些频段比较热闹？天线的加感要如何使用？室内地网要如何铺设？ venzo 送的天线，并没有详细的说明书，我甚至搞错了地针和拉杠的衔接方式...... 以上这些，都是走一步看一步的结果，平时也没有太多时间能够和本地爱好者们交流，当我遇到问题的时候，尝试搜索B站、抖音、小红书、HamCQ、HelloCQ，发现友台们更多是在分享自己的日常，或者晦涩难懂的参数。术业有专攻，虽然我对软件开发已经有轻车熟路的了解，但在经营了这些年的社区之后，我仍然一无所知，这可能会被笑话。只是我感觉，仿佛又陷入到了以前的信息孤岛了，假如我是一个新人，想快速入手，该怎么做？怎么避免这些“冗余”的流程？在开发者中，我们有 Github、Serverless、Low Code，有各种 Framework、SDK 和清晰的文档，到手即用。我大概知道，后面需要考虑天线的一些指标、日志软件的一些运用、字母解释法、Morse Code的练习、竞赛等等，但我更希望有一份完整的内容，有类似的套餐服务，告诉我 ABC 怎么搭配，像 Go 官网的 Playground、Swift Playground，或者 PHP 的手册那样，有清晰的1、2、3、4...... 可能还是会有人劝我，要多和本地周边的爱好者们交流，但我认为，这并不是什么好方法（我本身不是什么社恐）。这比接触软件开发的时候，还更让我迷茫，更加无从下手...... 你愿意分享一下你是怎么入坑到现在的吗？做为新人，我还有许多无法理解的问题，例如：1 万块钱我可以买到 Macbook 拥有生产力，并且有最先进的 M 芯片，还有优秀的苹果生态，1 万块钱买的电台，为什么像上个世纪的产物，这里面有什么高科技吗，真的值这个价位吗

个人的建议哈，供参考。电源、电台、馈线、天线接起来后，有空的时候先听听。比如晚上的7068，14270等语音频点。周末白天14M会更热闹些，21300左右的15米段有时也会有。 SSB听多了，可以尝试听听CW看看感不感兴趣。把音频接到电脑上，装个WSJT-X或者JTDX看看FT8通联。再腻了可以听听短波广播等等。仅守听，只要不发射，对天线的要求没那么高，可以不用管谐振、地网、等等，只要“会响”就行。过了段时间，听多了，对设备也熟悉一些了，冲上去做QSO的欲望已经挺强烈了，再来考虑天线的驻波、效率、仰角之类的问题。到那时候再来考虑通联规则、日志软件、字母解释法等问题。还有个捷径，找本地老HAM蹭台，别人搭好的设备天线，去听一听，看一看，聊一聊。从软件开发的角度来说，咱先当用户，先跟着大家一起用，看这个软件可以完成哪些功能，而不是研发。等到熟悉了以后，再慢慢参与到个别模块的研发与完善当中来。个人观点难免片面，供参考

我是从德生PL660开始接触无线电的。开始对于无线电的理解仅止步于广播电台，后来才从其他地方慢慢了解到原来自己也可以设立无线电台进行通信，正式开始了自己的无限垫之旅。短波机器确实价格不菲，但我几年前1万多买的MacBook现在已经力不从心了，以前差不多价钱配下来的7300依然坚挺，还能陪我很多年，这点我觉得比其他的电子产品值多了。

啊？为啥我一开始就没有这样的困惑呢，考证之前就已经用SDR守听，就知道不少天线，考了A就开始自己做UV段天线。考了B，第一次短波通联就用的自己做的倒V，后面就开始做端馈，正V，短波八木。玩么，哪来来什么菜单清单，往自己感兴趣的方向去做就好了。

多说一句，进入短波的世界，需要有一定的动手能力。业余无线电本身并不是生产力工具，使用场景也不是生产环境，只是个“玩具”。况且这个“玩具”太小众了，只烧钱，绝大多数情况下不赚钱。随着整个社会的发展，通信变得越来越便捷，业余无线电的爱好者圈不可避免的慢慢在萎缩。大多数时候，短波的魅力，在于击中男人“狩猎”的本能，在某个时间，联系上某个人（尤其是国外电台、稀有电台），完全是不确定的，受天气、电离层、天线等太多因素影响。而随着现代社会网络的普及，联系到其他国家、地区的人，已经不稀有了，而且能可靠稳定的连接与交流，这种“狩猎”本能带来的兴奋层度大大降低了。

之前我也是搞软件开发的，只不过我是从C/C++这种所谓hard模式开始的，甚至还瞎折腾过Linux内核。早期是没有Getting Start这种新手友好的起始方式的，众所周知即便是C的Helloworld也不是那么直接上手，更何况它也仅仅只是提供了一个检验编译器的手段。后期的很多编程语言和框架都有了自己的快速上手指南，帮助很大，但是最多还就是helloworld水平，要想做出像样的程序，势必要学更多东西，做更多尝试。不知道楼主是不是还记得大概十年前有所谓的“创客”群体，他们折腾各种东西，创造出各种改造生活的物件，用3D打印制作外壳，用Arduino作为核心电路板。他们有无数的想法，只需要将这一切实现即可。虽然创客这个词最近已经消失在媒体自媒体，但是这群人依旧还在，虽然改头换面，但是内心里那种瞎折腾的心，依旧还在。可以这么讲，业余无线电的火腿族是更早一批的“折腾者”，无线电玩的就是折腾，是各种试错。享受的是微小成功的喜悦，也享受的是和通联到遥远火腿族的惊喜，更享受着在各种尝试各种试错中的这个**过程**。与着急产出**结果**的现代软件开发不同，业余无线电、创客、甚至还有早年箍铁匠（tinker）们，他们的目的是在改造并享受过程。大学的时候教我们电学的老师特别推崇555芯片，一个学期基本上把所有知识都融汇在其中，带着我们用555芯片做电灯控制、声音检测、甚至电子琴。当时很多同学都不理解，为什么他要教这些考试不考的东西，甚至把他举报到学校管理部门。直到多年后我才意识到，这个老师是真的喜欢，喜欢把自己的知识教给学生，只不过我们当时没领情。那些追求一步到位，直达结果的人，是无法理解在求索过程中的成就感和喜悦的。过程中每一步微小的喜悦和成就感，会持续激发内啡肽的释放，让我们从一个成功走向另一个成功。而那些追求结果的人，如果结果达成虽然也会喜悦，但会陷入深深的空虚；如果结果不满意，那么追求结果所耗费的资源（脑力、时间和金钱）就变成了一种浪费，这会激发他们的焦虑，并会一直问自己**“这是否有用？”**，甚至最终怀疑自己是不是一个有用的人。在学校，我们用分数衡量价值，毕业了我们用金钱衡量价值。但是当我们即将老去回首往事，只会记起那些微小的成功和喜悦，反而那些最终的结果被忽略掉了。曾经的分数和金钱，在死亡面前都失去了意义。人这一生的终极结果只有一个，那就是死亡，谁都一样都逃不开，在前往死亡的路上，我想让这条路更精彩一些。

业余无线电对我来说是爱好——跟玩游戏有点相似。小学的适合就对无线电类的东西感兴趣，先是听收音机，而后是查阅资料时发现业余无线电；那时候本地考证是要收费的，即使是最便宜的uv5r也要百元，零花钱不知得攒多久，更不要说当时未成年不能设台了；直到高中，B站看某化学UP的科普视频，下方推荐了科技小汪的视频，兴趣使然开始进一步了解短波，那会距离成年也不远了，就先考证学习。在本地先后考了AB证，成年后设台。所得知识均为自学，设备、天线、传播等等。有来自绿宝书的，也有看其他爱好者视频了解的，也有自己在论坛查资料或者看群友聊天学习到的。第一台设备是G90S，配合拉杆正V，在城市中进行数字通联。也会上本地中继，但主要还是听大人们聊天。导致我很长一段时间语音的通联数很少。这确实削减了我的兴趣。中间复读了一年，拉杆正V因为大雨进水寄了，加上搬家等事务，无线电活动就此搁置。 23年底大二时，因为做比赛意外认识了一个同是HAM的年轻老师，聊的投入，又回来了解了一下无线电的情况，得知新规实行在即，15W以上要申请大照。就给G90S申请了个100W执照。本地无管验机的那天我在学校角落架上正V，与北邮集体台完成了我的短波SSB首通（真是不容易，入坑六年短波终于喊通了），这更加激起了我的兴趣，而后就是自制百瓦功放，前后花了四个多月，从查资料到PCB到组装，最后还内置了简易天调；觉得一大坨麻烦又用奖学金买了DX10（其实是单纯看着眼馋），还和爱好者老师一起架了20米端馈天线，做了一副新的拉杆正V。今年也是有了自己的小车，WAPC与五五节均去野架，乐趣颇多。最近在校外住宿，玩短波不是很方便了，但有了高度也开始玩玩UV。时代在发展，业余无线电也有着新的未来，我能明显感觉到开放未成年设台后有了很多新鲜血液的加入，我们学校也有好几个同学成为了爱好者，有三分钟热度的，也有比我还上头的。看来想组建社团、集体台的想法一时半会实现不了。去年把对象也拉入坑了，考了A证。准备明年考完让她考B我考C，DIY一部USDX之类的小电台。我在业余无线电上的总花费估计有两万多了，以后肯定还会更多。这就像氪金游戏——抽一个虚拟角色或装备，豪掷成百上千都不稀奇，重要的是让自己开心快乐。可以来自通联到远方电台的惊喜感，可以来自自制天线或设备的成就感，也可以是来自志同道合的朋友一起玩耍的氛围感。。。让自己快乐的事情不用刻意找理由。以上是我的经历与看法，希望有所帮助。

作为一个理科比较差的文科生.....也在刚入门短波我的话，应该算是被友人带入坑的）入门机器是k5 江西考试少，于是一直到去年6月才拿到A证，去年底才拿到B证（>!无证上UV，A上短波B上龟，无管跟在后面追（不是!

短波我的入门恰恰是本地友台各种带出来的，这里要感谢 @"BH7HHR"#3605 、 @"BH7HQT"#1303 、BH3VBH、 @"BI3TJT"#4849 了，他们的作用就仿佛是产品的文档一样，遇到各种各样的问题我能问，还能发现这个软件其他我不知道的东西。所以我这里可能还是要和您唱个反调，不如去找找本地一些比较好的前辈，尤其是乐意分享愿意带新人的前辈。而且像我的设备选择以及第一次架设，都是靠着前辈的指导下完成的，VBH一直在帮助我选择适合我的东西。我目前的设备为TKM707和一个20m端馈，端馈基本也就决定了我只能野架，每次野架也会喊上一堆友台，我觉得无线电的快乐不仅是无形的电波，还有人们之间简单的交际，也是这两个快乐我相信会支持我一直走下去。作为本硕学习法律的我而言，物理知识停留在了高中，其实对于无线电深层次的内容一窍不通，遇见不懂的地方我也会尝试在互联网上搜索，很难找到能解决我问题的答案，时间长了我发现很多友台会遇到类似的问题，所以我更多的时候都在虚心请教别人，尤其是VBH他会时不时的分享书籍或者文章，既能解决我的问题又能帮助了解更多的知识。不过我最近在看《业余无线电通信》时看到有一定的介绍关于短波的入门，我觉得您可以去图书馆借一本看看，或许会对您有帮助

在现在信息爆发式发达的时代，想上手一整套东拼西凑的系统，不是一篇文档讲得清楚，就算是老手都有可能掉坑。就算你分别把N1MM DX10 天线架设等东西都搞清楚了，把这些组合到一起还是会遇到无数奇葩问题，但坛主显然不是完全从零起步而是有一定经验，这种情况下找一个熟悉的老手，有遇到什么问题直接问他，或者立即在熟悉的群里问，这样很快就能把新系统熟悉。但根据我经验，一套系统熟悉后如果更换里面某些大件东西（电台，电脑，天馈等）一般多少都会遇到新问题，所以还是老话，学无止境，佛挡杀佛人挡**，遇事不决问群友，deepseek靠边走。

#### 关于自己入坑某一天，在视频网站上偶然看到了森纳映画的视频，于是知道了“业余无线电”这个“专业”领域，后来通过频繁搜索考试报名信息的方式，蹲到了考试通知和当地的无线电组织。拿到操作证之后，我就直接买了一个K5开始学习，又跟着团购了几个设备。我自己学习都喜欢先操作、再总结。在操作方面，一般没遇到什么困难，基本上都是拿着机器用一下，自然就明白怎样使用了。实在不明白的，用搜索引擎搜一搜资料就差不多。平时通过看台友日常聊天、论坛发帖等渠道，知道了接下来要怎样“无限垫”，并且再攒钱往里垫。目前到了垫短波台和天线的阶段。在架短波台时则是遇到了一些困难，例如家里明明不具备条件，所以买了效率很低的车载天线，想开车出去野架，但是又想在家里架台。这时就先按自己的想法搞，搞不出来就扔一边。平时随便看看别人的经验，包括帖子和视频，有了这些潜移默化的积累，日后偶然捡起来的时候，就发现自己突然知道应该怎样做了。这里还要提一下淘宝里大家都知道的那两大商家，虽然用现在眼光来看，有的时候就是在给他们[交学费](https://forum.hamcq.cn/d/5333)，但是对新手来说，在自己什么都不懂的情况下，从这两个商家购物可以“一站式”搞定，只要在店里逛一圈，机器和配件基本上一两次就能买全，而且很少遇到让自己走弯路的玄学问题，虽然花了不少钱，但是省了不少心。 #### 关于HamCQ手册在玩无线电的过程中，我也发现缺乏方便查阅的新手文档，于是没事的时候会去写写HamCQ手册，把自己经验和走过的弯路分享出来。在写了很多内容后，发现新手需要三类内容： 1. 操作步骤：例如如何申请设台、如何操作机器。 2. 操作经验：例如设备如何选择、常见错误。 3. 如何“知道操作”：例如UV段和短波段的各种玩法，如果你都没听说过这些玩法，你当然不可能去问如何操作。于是我自己编写时大概是以下思路： 1. 根据自己的实践经验来进行编写，同时参考其他台友的经验分享，力求系统完整、内容准确。同时由于自己试过或者听说过各种玩法，手册里也尽可能多收集一些玩法，启发思路。 2. 关于第一类“如何操作”，由于内容琐碎，并且需要指导的，往往需要最形象的视频教程，再加上抖音、B站等平台通常已经有很多不错的资料了，很容易搜索到，因此尽量避免重复劳动。 3. 经验心得通常是更宝贵的，很多人不会特意去总结，而有时那不经意的一两句话可能就会拯救一个HAM，因此只要看到有益的经验，一定要收录进去。 4. 一般不会刻意去介绍原理，一方面概念的东西网上都有，很容易查到，另一方面，先介绍原理再讲操作，这并不利于新手理解。如果必须先了解原理才能继续的，尽量用通俗易懂的方式来介绍。 5. 在逛论坛时，如果其他台友发表了高质量的内容，例如操作步骤、技术分享，看到之后会尽量把它收录到文档中。由于帖子缺乏系统性，而且HamCQ的搜索并不好用，这样有利于被更多有需要的台友看到，同时也实现了论坛与文档的互补。希望这种编写思路能够让大家少走一些弯路，多得到一些帮助。

Excuse me: I'm a beginner, and I just got an FT-DX10. Where should I start, and what should my goals be?

BG5UWQ

In 2021, I obtained my Class B license, and it was during the Chinese Amateur Radio Festival that I finally decided to purchase a shortwave radio. I consulted with… @BI1NJK @BI1JNP @venzo Subsequently, the Yaesu FT-DX10 was finally selected.

I think it was around 2017, when I was in high school. I saw an article about using a Raspberry Pi and DuPont cables to transmit radio signals on the library's computer newspaper, and that's how I learned about amateur radio.

Just like when I first started with amateur radio, I'm encountering similar workflow issues now.

In 2019, during my third year of university, I remembered the radio hobby I had in high school and wanted to try it again. The exams were organized roughly once a year in the Quanzhou area. I didn't know about the exam procedures, registration methods, or the content of the exams, nor did I have access to the various WeChat mini-programs that exist today. Local activity was also not very high, and it took me some time to find a group.

After obtaining the certificate, I only knew that I needed a handheld radio. Following the advice of others in the HamZone group, I purchased a BaoFeng UV-5R. Later, I found out that the certification had limitations on certain frequency bands.

Given the pitfalls I encountered back then, I felt that a community and easily accessible beginner's documentation were necessary. This led to the creation of HamCQ and the manual.

I have finally acquired a shortwave radio, but I am now facing the same confusion:

@venzo I provided guidance on the registration of licenses within the province, and I learned that there were many details to pay attention to and advocate for in terms of materials.
After receiving the equipment, I noticed that the power cord consisted of two bare black and white wires. It looked strange, so I asked about it. @BI1NJK I realized that I needed to purchase a power supply separately, so I bought the Qingjing 6th generation.
@venzo They gave me a set of XieGu VM-01 retractable antenna, and at that time I realized that there was also a feedline needed between the radio and the antenna, so I bought a Diamond M 10m feedline.
I purchased a 40M directional antenna from JYR's Taobao store. @venzo I told you it was too long and inconvenient, so I also purchased a 20M point-to-point antenna.
Considering that we might later try setting up in remote locations, I also purchased a DJI portable power station and a small utility cart to store items in the trunk.

Once the equipment, antennas, and other components are all in place, I extended the antenna out to the window. However, I'm still having trouble. How do I operate this radio? Which frequency bands are most active? How should I use the antenna amplifier? How should I lay down the indoor network cabling?

The antenna that Venzo sent arrived without a detailed instruction manual, and I even got the connection between the ground rod and the mast wrong.

All of this is the result of taking things one step at a time. I didn't have much time to communicate with local enthusiasts regularly, and when I encountered problems, I tried searching on B站, Douyin, Xiaohongshu, HamCQ, HelloCQ, but found that other stations were mainly sharing their daily lives or obscure parameters.

While I have a good understanding of software development, and I've been working in this field for years, I still find myself completely clueless after managing this community. This might sound ridiculous.

However, I feel like I'm falling back into the old problem of information silos. If I were a new person who wants to get started quickly, what should I do? How can I avoid these "redundant" processes? As developers, we have tools like GitHub, Serverless, and Low Code, along with various frameworks, SDKs, and clear documentation, making everything readily available.

I understand that I need to consider various aspects, such as antenna specifications, the use of logging software, explanations of abbreviations and Morse code, practice exercises, and competitions. However, I would prefer a comprehensive resource with similar package services, where I can learn how ABC works together, like the Go official Playground, Swift Playground, or PHP documentation, with clear instructions for 1, 2, 3, 4...

I suspect that someone might still try to persuade me to interact more with local enthusiasts, but I don't think that's a good approach (as I'm not particularly shy about social interaction).

This was even more confusing and overwhelming than when I first started working with software development, leaving me completely lost and unsure of where to begin...

Would you be willing to share your story of how you got involved in this?

As a newcomer, I still have many questions that I don't understand, such as: With 10,000 yuan (approximately $1400), I can buy a Macbook, which provides productivity and has the latest M-series chip, along with the excellent Apple ecosystem. But why is a radio that costs 10,000 yuan so outdated? What high-tech features does it have? Is it really worth this price?

BloodBlade

BG5UWQ 做为新人，我还有许多无法理解的问题，例如：1 万块钱我可以买到 Macbook 拥有生产力，并且有最先进的 M 芯片，还有优秀的苹果生态，1 万块钱买的电台，为什么像上个世纪的产物，这里面有什么高科技吗，真的值这个价位吗

就个人来看，电台贵的因素和测量仪器的贵是相似的，即对稳定和精确的要求，而这取决于厂家在现有技术上的经验积累，而非追求研发高科技带来的革新。简单来说，电台是匠人的产物，而M芯片是学者的产物。

当然也有销量不足以摊平成本的因素在。

BI8FRF

BG5UWQ 说复杂其实也不难，只要自己努力去学习、去折腾总会有非常大的收获；现在网络发达也有很多视频教程，要看那些干货视频，比如” 成都 M 哥 “的教程就是指导我从 0 开始的，在学习和折腾过程中，让自己变成 “万金油”，成为泥工、瓦工、木工、钳工、焊工、电工、图工、视工、网工……，让自己好像无所不能一样，反正我家里这些工具都齐全了。
设备、天线、馈线并不是越贵越好，比如某钻线死贵，其实最后使用起来也差不多，关键是自己要根据需求并掌握基本原理，总之适合自己的就行。建议去看一下业余无线电第六版的书，上面有很多干货，我是反复看第四版、第五版，然后再应用到实际中。

BG5LU

Just a personal suggestion for your reference.

After connecting the power supply, radio, feed line, and antenna, take some time to listen in when you have a chance.
For example, the 7068 and 14270 frequency channels in the evening, as well as the 14M channel on weekends during the day, may also be active. The 15-meter band around 21300 may also experience increased activity at times.
If you've been listening to SSB for a while, try listening to CW to see if you find it interesting.
Connect the audio to your computer and install WSJT-X or JTDX to try FT8 communication.
If you're feeling bored, you can listen to shortwave radio broadcasts, for example.
It only needs to receive; as long as it doesn't transmit, the requirements for the antenna are not so high. You don't need to worry about resonance or grounding, as long as it "works."

After a while, I had gotten used to it and was starting to understand the equipment better. The desire to make QSOs (communication exchanges) was becoming quite strong, and I would then consider issues like antenna impedance, efficiency, and elevation angle.
We can then consider issues such as inter-system communication rules, logging software, and alphabetic interpretation methods.

There's also a shortcut: find a local HAM and borrow their equipment, including antennas. Then you can try it out and see if it works for you.

From a software development perspective, we should first act as users and try out the software to see what functionalities it can provide. We should focus on understanding its capabilities rather than solely focusing on development.
Once I'm familiar with the basics, I will gradually start contributing to the development and refinement of specific modules.

Personal opinions are often one-sided and for reference only.

yitsunc

I started my journey with radio by experimenting with the DE-STAR PL660. Initially, my understanding of radio was limited to listening to broadcast stations. However, I gradually learned that I could also set up my own radio station for communication, which marked the beginning of my exploration into this field.

While shortwave radios are definitely expensive, the MacBook I bought a few years ago for over 10,000 yuan is now completely inadequate. The 7300 yuan radio I purchased around the same time is still in good condition and should last me many more years. I think this radio is worth more than other electronic devices.

BG8AMG

So, why didn't I have this confusion at the beginning? Before taking the exams, I was already using an SDR to listen and knew about several antennas. After getting my A license, I started building my own UV band antenna. When I got my B license, I used my homemade inverted V antenna for the first time, and then I started making end-fed, vertical, and Yagi antennas for shortwave. If you're interested in something, just focus on it and don't worry about following a specific menu or checklist.

BI8FRF

BG8AMG 那是因为你可能有天赋，加上自己多折腾多总结多提练，很快就上手了

BG5LU

To add, entering the world of shortwave radio requires a certain level of practical skills.
Amateur radio itself is not a productive tool, and its use cases are not in a production environment; it's simply a "toy."
Furthermore, this "toy" is too niche and unprofitable; it essentially just burns money, with very few cases where it actually generates revenue.
As society develops and communication becomes increasingly convenient, the hobbyist radio community has inevitably been shrinking.
Most often, the appeal of shortwave radio lies in its ability to tap into a man's innate "hunting" instinct. The act of connecting with someone (especially foreign or rare radio stations) at a specific time is inherently uncertain and heavily influenced by factors such as weather, ionospheric conditions, and antenna performance.
However, with the widespread adoption of modern social networks, it is no longer rare to connect with people from other countries and regions, and to maintain reliable and stable communication. This has significantly reduced the excitement associated with this "hunting" instinct.

NB6G

Previously, I also worked on software development, but I started with C/C++, which are often referred to as "hard" modes. I even dabbled in the Linux kernel. In those early days, there were no user-friendly starting guides like "Getting Started," as is well known. Even a simple "Hello World" program in C isn't straightforward, and it only provides a way to test the compiler. Later programming languages and frameworks have their own quick start guides, which are very helpful. However, they are still at the level of a basic "Hello World" program. To create a more sophisticated program, you need to learn more and experiment further.

I'm not sure if the original poster remembers the "maker" community that existed about ten years ago. They were constantly tinkering with things, creating various objects to modify their lives, using 3D printing for casings and Arduino as the core circuit board. They had countless ideas, and all they needed to do was bring them to life. Although the term "maker" has largely disappeared from media and online platforms, this group is still around, although they have changed their appearance, but that inner desire to constantly tinker remains.

In essence, the "ham radio hobbyists" are among the earliest adopters of this practice. Ham radio is all about experimentation and trying different things. They enjoy the small victories and the surprise of connecting with other ham radio operators around the world. They also find satisfaction in the process of constantly experimenting and learning.Process。

Related to urgent productionResultsUnlike modern software development, amateur radio enthusiasts, makers, and even early tinkerers focused on the process of modification and enjoyment. My electrical engineering professor at university particularly emphasized the 555 timer chip, covering a vast amount of knowledge in one semester. He taught us how to use the 555 timer for controlling lights, detecting sound, and even building an electronic keyboard. Many of my classmates didn't understand why he was teaching us these things that weren't relevant to exams, and some even reported him to the university administration. It wasn't until many years later that I realized that he genuinely enjoyed sharing his knowledge with students, but we hadn't appreciated it at the time.

Those who seek immediate results and a direct path to success are unable to understand the satisfaction and joy that comes from the process of seeking. The small, incremental achievements and joys experienced along the way continuously stimulate the release of endorphins, allowing us to move from one success to another. However, those who only focus on the outcome may experience joy when they achieve their goal, but they will also feel a deep sense of emptiness. If the outcome is not satisfactory, the resources (mental effort, time, and money) invested in achieving it become wasted, which can lead to anxiety and self-doubt."Is this useful?"Even to the point where I began to doubt my own usefulness.

At school, we measured value in terms of grades. After graduation, we measured it in terms of money. But when we look back on our lives as we get older, we only remember the small successes and joys, while the ultimate outcomes are forgotten. The grades and money that once seemed so important have lost all meaning in the face of death. There is only one ultimate outcome to life: death, and everyone must eventually face it. On the journey towards death, I want to make it a more meaningful one.

BG6HFD

For me, amateur radio is a hobby – it's similar to playing games.

For elementary school students, a good starting point would be to introduce them to radio-related topics. They could begin by listening to the radio and then, while researching, discover amateur radio.

Back then, obtaining licenses locally required payment, even for a basic UV-5R radio, which cost over 100 yuan. It was difficult to save up enough money, let alone the fact that minors were not allowed to set up radios.

Until high school, I watched a science education video on Bilibili featuring a chemistry creator who recommended videos from "Tech Small Dog." Intrigued, I started to learn more about shortwave radio. I was still relatively young at the time, so I decided to get certified and start studying. I obtained AB licenses locally, and then set up my own equipment. All of my knowledge came from self-study, including equipment, antennas, and transmission methods. I learned from books like "Green Treasure," as well as videos from other enthusiasts. I also learned by researching on forums and chatting with friends in online groups.

The first device I used was the G90S, along with a joystick for vertical communication. I also connected to local repeaters, but my primary focus was listening to conversations between adults. This resulted in very few voice communications over a long period of time, which significantly reduced my interest.

I continued using it for about a year, but the joystick broke due to water damage from heavy rain, and I also had to move, so my radio activities were put on hold.

In late 2023, while in my second year of university, I unexpectedly met a young teacher who was also a HAM. We discussed the topic extensively, and then I researched the new regulations, which required anyone using equipment above 15W to obtain a full license. I applied for a 100W license for G90S. On the day when there were no local technical inspections, I set up my vertical antenna in a corner of the school building and successfully made contact with the Beijing University collective station (it was quite challenging, but after six years of experimenting, I finally managed to transmit on shortwave SSB). This further fueled my interest, and I subsequently built a 100W amplifier. The project took over four months, from researching and designing the PCB to assembling it, and I even integrated a simple antenna tuner. Feeling overwhelmed by the complexity, I decided to purchase an DX10 (which was primarily for looking at), along with a teacher and fellow enthusiasts, we set up a 20-meter feed-line antenna and built a new adjustable vertical antenna.

This year, I also have my own car, and both WAPC and I went to the field for the Chinese Amateur Radio Festival. It was a lot of fun. Recently, since I'm living off-campus, it's not very convenient to operate shortwave radios, but I've started experimenting with UV frequencies as well.

As times change, amateur radio also has a new future. I can clearly feel that the open access for minors has brought in many fresh ideas and enthusiasm. Several of my classmates have become enthusiasts, some are very passionate, while others are even more enthusiastic than me. It seems that forming a club or collective station is not going to happen anytime soon.

Last year, I also brought my partner into this, and she passed her A license. We plan to take the B exam next year, and I'll take the C exam. Then we'll build a DIY USDX-like small radio together.

My total spending on amateur radio is likely to exceed $20,000, and it will only increase in the future. It's like a "pay-to-win" game – buying virtual characters or equipment, spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars is not uncommon; what matters is finding something that makes you happy. This could be the excitement of receiving messages from distant stations via amateur radio, the satisfaction of building your own antenna or equipment, or the camaraderie and fun of playing with like-minded friends... There's no need to look for elaborate reasons to do things that make you happy.

This is my experience and perspective, and I hope it is helpful.

BG5JFI

As someone who isn't particularly strong in science and math, but enjoys humanities... I'm just starting to learn about shortwave radio.

My experience should be considered as being initiated by a friend; the initial machine was K5.
The exams in Jiangxi are infrequent, so I didn't get my A license until June of last year, and my B license only at the end of last year.Unauthorized UV, A short wave, B turtle (not following)）

I feel that the documentation and manuals are a bit lacking... However, to be honest, it would actually be quite difficult to write them. At most, I could probably just explain some general concepts, such as standing waves, weather conditions, antenna types, and satellite communication procedures. But even these don't necessarily need to be written down in a manual. If you search online, you can probably find the information you need.

Regarding the use of specific machines, it seems that the only option is to refer to the manual. After all, each machine has different operating procedures... I bought a G90s, and the manual seems to be well-written. For example, when I researched and successfully flashed and programmed the K5, I still encountered problems with the UV5R's programming function due to its poor compatibility.

Regarding the application for a license, I didn't encounter any difficulties because I studied law. Basically, it only requires one visit. You can apply in person or call ahead to inquire. If that doesn't work, you can also mail the materials. The notification about corrections is also handled differently in each province. While individual documents can be organized, organizing everything systemically is indeed challenging.

It's still too fragmented... If we compare it to software development, there are too many vendors with different operating systems and interfaces. The vendors themselves also don't pay much attention to documentation. Perhaps that's the reason why non-commercial projects are so disorganized. I previously researched AX25 and APRS, and their documentation was also very messy, although it was relatively better than before.

A potentially better approach is to learn by doing. However, this also has drawbacks because learning requires practice, and starting with finished products makes sense. But finished products are often too expensive... A shortwave positive V antenna can cost several thousand yuan, and a finished FT8 audio cable costs over 50 yuan. So, if you want to make one yourself, you need to learn soldering and the definitions of various ports first... This is not very friendly for beginners, and those with weak practical skills will be at a significant disadvantage.

Also, if you really want to master radio communication, it feels much more complex than writing code. At the very least, you need to learn a lot of scientific concepts... especially things like building your own antennas/transmitters/amplifiers. For someone with a humanities background, seeing all those formulas is just overwhelming.

FengziLeo

My introduction to shortwave radio came through listening to various local stations that broadcast on this frequency, and I want to thank them here. @BH7HHR 、 @BH7HQT BH3VBH @BI3TJT "They function similarly to product documentation, allowing me to ask questions and discover other aspects of the software that I wasn't aware of. Therefore, I might disagree with you; instead, it would be better to seek guidance from experienced local experts, especially those who are willing to share their knowledge and mentor newcomers. My equipment selection and initial setup were also guided by the advice of senior colleagues, and VBH has consistently provided me with helpful recommendations."
My current equipment consists of a TKM707 and a 20m end-fed antenna. The length of the end-fed antenna essentially dictates that I can only use it in an outdoor setting. Every time I set up outdoors, I also contact several other stations. I believe that the joy of amateur radio is not just the invisible radio waves, but also the simple communication between people. I am confident that these two aspects will support me in continuing my hobby.
As someone who studied law at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, my physics knowledge was limited to what I learned in high school. Consequently, I had very little understanding of the deeper aspects of radio communication. Whenever I encountered something I didn't understand, I would try searching online for answers, but it was often difficult to find solutions that worked for me. Over time, I realized that many other amateur radio operators faced similar challenges. Therefore, I frequently turned to others for help, especially VBH, who would occasionally share books or articles with me. This not only helped me solve my specific problems but also allowed me to learn a great deal more about the subject.
However, while I was recently reading "Amateur Radio Communication," I came across some introductory information about shortwave radio that I thought might be helpful to you. You could borrow a copy from the library and see if it's useful.

BH7JUO

In today's era of rapid information development, trying to set up a complete and cobbled-together system from scratch is risky. Even experienced users can fall into traps if they rely solely on a single document or tutorial. While you might understand how to install individual components like the N1MM DX10 antenna mast, combining them together can still lead to countless unexpected problems. However, it's clear that the forum administrator has some prior experience. In this situation, the best approach is to seek advice from an experienced user who can help you troubleshoot any issues you encounter or immediately ask for help in a familiar online community. This will allow you to quickly familiarize yourself with the new system. However, based on my own experience, once you've become familiar with a particular system, replacing some of its major components (like the radio, computer, and antenna) will inevitably lead to new problems. Therefore, it's always best to continue learning and seek advice from others when needed. Don't hesitate to ask for help in online communities or forums.

BG4IJK

About my own experience of getting involved.

One day, I stumbled upon a video by "Morina Film" on a video website, and that's how I learned about the "amateur radio" field. Later, through frequent searches for exam registration information, I was able to obtain notifications about the exams and contact local amateur radio organizations.

After obtaining the operating certificate, I immediately purchased a K5 and started learning. I also bought several more devices through group purchases. I personally prefer to learn by doing first, then summarizing. In terms of operation, I haven't encountered any major difficulties; basically, just using the machine naturally allows me to understand how it works. If I don't understand something, I can search for information online and usually find what I need.

Through observing conversations and forum posts from fellow listeners, I learned how to "continuously upgrade" my equipment and started saving money for that purpose. Currently, I'm at the stage of acquiring shortwave receivers and antennas.

When setting up a shortwave radio, I encountered some difficulties. For example, my home didn't have the necessary conditions, so I bought a car antenna with low efficiency, intending to go out and set it up, but also wanted to set it up at home. At this point, I tried doing things according to my own ideas, and if I couldn't figure it out, I would discard it. In addition, I occasionally looked at the experiences of others, including posts and videos, and through these subtle accumulations, I later found that when I accidentally picked them up again, I suddenly knew how to do it.

I also want to mention the two major merchants that everyone knows on Taobao, although from today's perspective, sometimes they are simply providing them with…Pay tuition feesHowever, for beginners who don't know anything about the field, shopping from these two vendors can be a "one-stop" solution. As long as you browse around in the store, you can usually buy all the necessary machines and accessories within two visits, and you rarely encounter any confusing or misleading issues. Although it costs quite a bit, it saves a lot of trouble.

Regarding the HamCQ manual

While I was getting involved in amateur radio, I also found a lack of easily accessible beginner's guides. So, when I have free time, I write the HamCQ manual myself to share my experiences and lessons learned.

After writing a lot of content, I realized that beginners need three types of content:

Operating steps: For example, how to apply for a machine, and how to operate the machine.
Operational experience: For example, how to choose equipment and common mistakes.
How to "know how to operate": For example, various techniques for the UV and shortwave bands. If you haven't even heard of these techniques, it's obviously impossible to ask about how to operate them.

So, my approach when writing it myself was generally as follows:

The manual is written based on my own practical experience, while also referencing the experiences shared by other users. The goal is to create a comprehensive and accurate guide. Additionally, I have tried or heard about various methods, so the manual includes as many different approaches as possible to inspire ideas.
Regarding the first category, "How to Operate," due to its fragmented and instructional nature, it often requires the most visually engaging video tutorials. Furthermore, platforms like Douyin (TikTok) and Bilibili already have a wealth of useful resources that can be easily searched for. Therefore, it's best to avoid redundant efforts.
Valuable insights and lessons are often more precious. Many people don't deliberately try to summarize them, but sometimes a few well-chosen words can save the day for a HAM. Therefore, whenever you encounter useful experiences, be sure to record them.
I generally don't go into detail about the underlying principles, primarily because the concepts are readily available online and easy to find. Furthermore, explaining the principles first before discussing the operation is not conducive to beginners understanding. If it's absolutely necessary to understand the principles first, I would try to explain them in a clear and simple way.
While browsing the forum, if other users post high-quality content, such as step-by-step instructions or technical tips, I try to include them in my documentation. Because the posts lack a systematic structure and HamCQ's search function is not very effective, this helps ensure that more users who need information can find them. This also complements the forum with my documentation.

I hope that this approach to writing will help everyone avoid unnecessary detours and get more assistance.

captive

The search for HamCQ is not effective.

BG4IJK The search function in this forum is generally not very effective. I'm not sure if this site uses Elasticsearch. Using the "site" command with an external search engine to search for content within the site is still a viable option.

Momobako

BG4IJK The dog, Joy, was quite dangerous.

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BG4IJK 我也是看了狗乔伊的视频才入无线电的坑，真是害人不浅。

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BG4IJK

Momobako

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BG7NOD

Look at all these helpful responses from everyone! Isn't this what makes amateur radio so appealing?

BG9CHE

I became interested in building receivers, and then learned about amateur radio through the internet. In 2009, I wrote to CRSA to join, took the exam, and received a license application form that was mailed back to me. I obtained a license by handling it locally without any regulatory department. At that time, I learned about equipment and communication techniques primarily through reading books and self-study on forums like hellocq, as well as communicating with local repeaters and direct-mode communicators. However, the amount of information I could actually use was very limited.

In 2015, I made the decision to get into shortwave listening. I upgraded my equipment and purchased the FT897 and JPC-7 antennas that were recommended by everyone. I started spending time outdoors, setting up my antenna whenever I had free time, and packing it away when I didn't. Due to work and other life commitments, there were times when I wouldn't operate for a whole year. At the time, my focus was primarily on SSB, and I hadn't delved into topics like propagation, directional antennas, or other techniques. However, in recent years, I started watching videos from various HAMs on different video platforms, and after searching online, I found that there was an increasing amount of useful information available, including step-by-step instructions for operating techniques. This reignited my passion for experimenting, and I also got into contesting and QRP (low power) modes, and I passed the C license exam.

For a middle-aged man like me, amateur radio is still a way to explore the unknown and maintain my passion for discovery. It's also the most suitable relaxation channel I can find in my spare time. And with the development of the internet, it has become much easier to acquire the knowledge needed to get started, and many different ways of playing have also become more familiar and accessible to everyone.

Returning to the question, my own starting point was a curiosity about exploring the unknown world. As for where to go, I don't think it's necessary to set specific directions and goals for myself. Instead, as you delve deeper into an interest, I believe that when you look back years later, you will have found your answer.

Bg2gKg

The username seems familiar to me, and I suspect this post was written by someone else. (I would have included an emoji here, but the forum's emojis are currently unavailable?)

BG4IJK

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BI6OTI

Starting with printing a radio manual, then simply assessing whether I have a base station setup, and finally installing WSJT-X or JTDX to try FT8 communication… I don't have a base station. For over a year, I've been using shortwave exclusively for FT8, communicating on over 100 different frequencies. Therefore, I'm most active on local repeaters. Everyone has their own way of doing things; some people enjoy competing to "break walls," others like DXing (long-distance communication), and still others prefer to simply turn on their radios and listen.

BH9FPK

I recommend first measuring the electromagnetic environment in your home. With a noise level of 59+ dB, there's no room for experimentation; you can only use it outdoors.

BH7HQT

Thank you @FengziLeo The recognition I received was actually just a small, insignificant gesture.

As one might expect from a programmer, the original poster's problem is very typical: when I encounter a bug, I need a manual that explains how it occurred and how to fix it.
However, for the hobby of amateur radio, knowing how to do and what to do might be relatively simple. But for truly understanding the theory, one can gain a fundamental understanding of some questions. Currently, I am still approaching it with an attitude of "not seeking in-depth knowledge," using my basic foundation in electrical engineering from my undergraduate studies to learn slowly.

From my personal perspective, the "learn-practice-learn" feedback loop is crucial. Otherwise, if you feel that the rewards from practical experience are too low, it becomes very difficult to continue this hobby. If you're not an electronics enthusiast or don't have a lot of free time, I advise against using kits to build your first radio. Just as many experienced ham operators discourage beginners from starting with 100W SSB on shortwave, the feeling of frustration that comes from practical experience can be very negative, especially for those who are new to setting up antennas outdoors for the first few times.

(By the way, I once tried setting up a 10-meter long antenna on a hilltop in a remote area during a dark and stormy night. Despite using a friend's 600W amplifier and achieving SSB communication with another station, I couldn't get through. The frustration was immense. In the end, the antenna even broke due to the wind, but thankfully it wasn't permanently damaged because of its flexibility.)

As a way to fully utilize the properties of electromagnetic waves, understanding the principles of electromagnetic waves and related equipment is actually very important. It determines the depth of your learning, but it should not become a hindrance to your interests.

From a successful SSB contact to participating in a competition, or even coordinating with other stations offline, all of these experiences are valuable. Amateur radio is essentially about practice, and the rewards gained through that practice provide motivation for continued learning and experimentation.

I hope that both the original poster and everyone else in this forum can ultimately find what they are looking for, and I also thank HamCQ for providing us with a more modern, friendly, and less burdened discussion space.

I also want to thank all the other contributors in this thread. Seeing your various comments has convinced me to continue working on my "HF Newcomer's Handbook," even though it will likely just be a collection of notes. I hope that by sharing my own experiences, I can help others avoid making the same mistakes.

Hope to see on air, 73

FengziLeo

[未知用户] Is it possible that the original poster is the administrator (doge.jpg)?
It's clearly not a proxy; it's the website owner themselves.

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