Answers to all your questions about meeting the FCC RF exposure regulations. It's not complicated! Simple step-by-step ARRL worksheets help you determine if your station complies with the new rules, and if not, how to correct it. Includes tables needed for almost any station. Understand the rules and basic electromagnetic theory through plain-English explanations. The complete text of the new regulations are included. Learn how to operate your station safely and legally. Every active ham should have this book!

320 pages. First edition, third printing. © 1998-2004, The American Radio Relay League, Inc.

If you’re an active ham radio operator, you probably have a story about your first radio contact. Many hams remember that experience even more than their first license examination. That’s because operating is fun and exciting!

The ARRL Operating Manual for Radio Amateurs is the most complete book about Amateur Radio operating. It was written to help guide you through the dozens of ways hams communicate with each other. It contains information that every ham needs:

Beginners – explore the broad range of ham radio activities, practices and events.
Intermediate hams – sharpen your skills, earn awards and participate in contests.
Experienced hams – find frequently needed references, details on new technology, and new ways to enjoy your favorite activities.

New Edition - Extensively Updated! This 9th edition is the BIGGEST revision in years! Over 80% of the content has been completely re-written. You'll enjoy the latest information!

Contents

• Amateur Radio — All About Operating
  
• VHF/UHF — FM, Repeaters, Digital Voice and Data, SSB and CW
  
• Emergency Communications
  
• Traffic Handling — Getting the Message Through
  
• DXing — Contacting Those Faraway Places
  
• Contesting — Competitive Wireless
  
• HF Digital Communications
  
• Image Communications
  
• Amateur Satellites
  
• The FCC Rules and You — Operating Legally, Safely, and Appropriately
  
• Operating Awards
  
• References — Call Sign Prefix List, Antenna Bearing Maps, Abbreviations, and much more.

352 Pages. Ninth edition. © 2007, The American Radio Relay League, Inc.