Amateur Radio license mini-course, session 4 : vTools Events

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Amateur Radio license mini-course, session 4

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Transceivers: Integration of receivers, transmitters, and transverters for band conversion.
Receiver Specs: Importance of sensitivity for signal detection and selectivity for distinguishing close signals.
Amplifiers: Use of RF power amplifiers for transmitted signals and preamplifiers (or Low Noise Amplifiers) for received signals.
Mixers and Oscillators: Essential for converting and generating signals, with superheterodyne receivers highlighted for their stability and ease of design.

Mobile and Portable Stations: Discussion on the setup for vehicle-based and portable radio stations, emphasizing power supply considerations.
Digital Stations: Addresses wiring issues and grounding techniques, recommending ferrite beads for microphones and copper braid for RF grounding.

Audio and Frequency Controls: Covers microphone gain, squelch settings, variable frequency oscillators (VFO), and memory storage for frequencies.
Repeater Controls: Instructions on setting repeater offsets, understanding digital repeater channels (talkgroups), and internet-based radio operations (All-Star hotspots and Echolink).

RFI (Radio Frequency Interference): Explains fundamental overload, harmonics, spurious emissions, RF feedback, and over-deviation as common RFI issues.
Neighbor Interference: Responsibilities of amateur radio operators to avoid interference with neighbor's electronics, with solutions like band reject filters.

Multimeter Usage: Guidelines for measuring voltage, resistance, and soldering tips, distinguishing between acid-core and rosin-core solder for electronic work.