I had my Technician license for about two hours before I was finally able to get on my radio and make my first contact. I (KE0WKP) had a QSO with KC0USM (Brandon).
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@spanishforjames2 жыл бұрын
Finally! A beginner HAM radio video with an actual radio transmission and conversation. Thank you!
@ved11963 жыл бұрын
This is like omegle but everyone has etiquettes 🤣
@HomebrandFishfood3 жыл бұрын
And everyone’s nice hopefully
@DaFlashGuy73 жыл бұрын
Right! No penises!
@law_violator5 ай бұрын
@@DaFlashGuy7as far as we know
@BrekMartin4 ай бұрын
Get on the net freq right before an 80m net and you’ll get your Etty Kit.
@josephroblesjr.89443 жыл бұрын
I feel like everyone’s first transmission is “can I get a radio check” 😂 I knew it was mine
@tylerdean9803 жыл бұрын
Gotta make sure your radio works, right?
@Thinks-First4 ай бұрын
Mine was in morse code back in 1981 as a Novice.
@TimSleppy8 ай бұрын
Great first contact. I got on the air within an hour of my license hitting the database. Made a good friend that day.
@BargainBasementHamRadio5 жыл бұрын
Congrats and welcome to the addiction....I mean..hobby!
@BargainBasementHamRadio3 жыл бұрын
@Time2 Play N+1, that is the correct number of radios!
@heinzpilot3 жыл бұрын
I'm a grounded airline pilot due to health issues. I'm currently studying to take my HAM Technician exam. I'm excited to get started in this hobby.
@JimmyJ12343 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry your grounded sir but being a pilot always seemed very interesting to me ! Did ya see anything interesting in the sky’s during your time flying ? And I also wanna get involved with this hobby and start putting my convo’s on KZbin just a thought maybe even start a little radio station of my own
@daniellbrinneman2 жыл бұрын
Scott, It’ll be the best thing ever to get started in. There are many modes of operation available depending on the license and interest you have. Those interests will change over time and you’ll reach moments when they run dry but keep holding onto your license and eventually you will find yourself interested again. Amateur Extra test is as hard as an engineer’s test without the 20 WPM CW.
@cubingbros97822 жыл бұрын
Keep studying, time will “fly” once you get your license. iPhones compared to ham radio are kind of “plain”
@Thinks-First4 ай бұрын
I'm a private pilot IFR rated SEL and Rotorcraft. I'm putting a ham radio in my plane. I look forward to saying my call sign with "airborne" at the end instead of "mobile." Probably get great range.
@Thinks-First4 ай бұрын
@@JimmyJ1234 I saw a UFO when I was flying westbound on the south shore of Long Island in 2015. A liberty bell shaped object flying about 100 feet or even less just south of me paralleling my direction for a few minutes. Then he just shot ahead of me out of sight. I thought it was a drone at first, then I learned that was impossible. Another pilot was with me in the right hand seat and he saw it, too.
@TonyHoover4 жыл бұрын
glad to see young people getting into the hobby. 73
@Junkremoval-hvac Жыл бұрын
My first time, I did the exact same thing, but the first response I received was “ Fuck out of here bitch!” Was so happy to be accepted in to the community. 😅
@matthewgabbard641510 ай бұрын
This cracked me up
@Thinks-First4 ай бұрын
Sure you weren't on CB ? But there are A$$e$ everywhere. Don't take it personally.
@Swoop1804 жыл бұрын
P.S. Great radio etiquette, you're going to do fine!
@Xavieus3 жыл бұрын
Bruh if you’re in the corps you know this isn’t great radio etiquette. Idk if it’s different for the police but for us this is way more conversational traffic is than we need
@tylerdean9803 жыл бұрын
@@Xavieus for amateur radio this is fine, if we weren’t allowed to talk about anything it would be quite boring. For casual conversation like this it’s not life or death, but during emergencies this would of course be seen as a waste of good power.
@حضرمون3 жыл бұрын
@@Xavieus these guys dont need to radio like cops and army
@Wodenseyes2 жыл бұрын
So wholesome ❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰. I just ordered a new rig for my dad bc he was in communications in the military and really wants to get into it at home. He's really lonely and bored all the time so I feel like this would be a great hobby for him. Hopefully it'll be a good $300 spent ❤️❤️
@TheDadNerd2 жыл бұрын
I bet he will love it! Awesome idaa
@furonwarrior4 жыл бұрын
Almost done reading the book. This video is motivating, but it’s funny how similar this conversation is compare to CB radio. From what I remember, that we’re not suppose to use repeaters as a first method to contact, but rather try locally first. Lots of old people that loveeeeee to talk. 😂
@TimeTraveIer_09 ай бұрын
I know nothing about amateur radioing or all the codes you guys use and the protocols, but I'm just fascinated. It feels like making contact with the unexpected. It must feel good to hear someone, as you know they are also there to make contact with someone... Very enjoyable video, thank you so much!
@TheDadNerd9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. It’s a great hobby. Years after I made this video and still having fun.
@Thinks-First4 ай бұрын
It is an adventure with each contact because a part of yourself is appearing many miles away "instantaneously."
@TheRacer9073 жыл бұрын
I'm a pilot and I'm decent on the radio this just looks flat out fun !!
@madscientist18283 жыл бұрын
Good video. I've got my license but I've never been on air with it. Now that I got put into a communications unit, I'm definitely interested in learning more. A friend of mine once said that there was an older couple stranded in their attic during hurricane Katrina. All the emergency call lines were overwhelmed and unavailable. Well, they ended up having to call a family member who lived in another state. That family member got in touch with a local ham and the ham was able to contact emergency services using RF. Needless to say, ham is a very important part of communication. -KO4JDB
@BoutabagMal3 жыл бұрын
Love how excited you were brother
@lapatriot92683 жыл бұрын
Got my call sign today, tookt he test yesterday! Less than 24 hrs! Made my first contact, then many more in the same sitting. Awesome!
@nesargent10 ай бұрын
First radio contact and you made a new friend. Just shows the type of people involved in the community.
@TheDadNerd9 ай бұрын
It is a great community for sure, especially locally on the club repeaters. HF can get a bit... well you know.
@newdefsys3 жыл бұрын
I got my Tech license abiout 2 years ago and have had a few convos with some people on my local VHF repeater. I was using a puny two-way with only 5 watts so on some days I couldn't even key up the repeater. But now I'm in the final stages of installing a 50 watt rig in my vehicle and I cant wait to try it !
@CharlesSmith-ye3fv4 жыл бұрын
Congratulations from Tennessee ,KF4KMM.👍👍📢,RP.148,865 Tn.
@DovidStern4 жыл бұрын
Hey congrats! Brandon seems like a good guy - very indicative of the guys I've met on the local repeaters. Now to keep going on the upgrade trail.
@tuloko164 жыл бұрын
Congrats, and thanks for sharing. Taking my test this week. Can’t wait for my first contact. I’m starting to feel like a creep listening for the past month.
@justinissocool12 жыл бұрын
Dude I know I’m 2 years late on this video, but just wanted to say I am super happy for you and proud of you man, that’s awesome. I’ll hopefully be taking my test soon as well. But yeah man awesome vid, glad you decided to share that with everyone🤘🏻
@RamLaska4 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see how you set up your mobile rig. Cheers and belated congrats!
@AdamosDad4 жыл бұрын
Just look at his glasses. lol
@kd0duj4 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your license I have been a licensed Ham radio operator for 12 years 73 KD0DUJ
@Thinks-First4 ай бұрын
I remember my first QSO in 1981 just after I got my novice ticket. It was all in morse code and I was so proud of myself for that accomplishment as a high school kid. I was so nervous but it went fine and I logged it with glee. You had a good QSO, I hope you stuck with it. I go in and out of the hobby every few years as I pick up other interests. But I'm always compelled to come back.
@bookdragon54263 жыл бұрын
Just learned about this yesterday and have already got my study book and a radio coming in tomorrow so that I can practice and get my licence. Super exited to learn more. :)
@tylerdean9803 жыл бұрын
Good luck on your exam. Hopefully you can test before the new fee goes into place.
@peterlaurancearmenio55454 жыл бұрын
73 I got my first radio when I was seven years old it was a Lafayette Telstat1000 back then I was on 11 m cheers from Barry electronics and KC2MMA
@scottycastille82492 жыл бұрын
My call sign is KE5BGV, welcome to the hobby of HAM radio. I am about to start my 3rd 10 years!! Thank you for posting a live recording. Much better than others.
@joes68834 жыл бұрын
Really good info here. I am about ready to take my Technician Test soon. I'm always looking for beginners stuff. Thanks again.
@TheDadNerd4 жыл бұрын
Good luck! See you on the airwaves when you pass.
@vinnyvice22674 жыл бұрын
I'm studying to get my license now . I hope I can have as much fun as you.
@maloyamaroHJZ3 жыл бұрын
73s DW9HJZ here from the 🇵🇭 Philippines
@rallypoint14 жыл бұрын
Very nice!! Been studying for my Tech but this virus has put that on hold. Gives me more time to study. I am on 11m and it’s a whole different world!! My 11m conversations are like yours. Just nice to talk like mature adults.👍🏼
@joes68834 жыл бұрын
I've been studying on HamRadio.org. They've got "online" sessions available and I'm about ready to register for one. The so called "virus" has expedite the Need for Online classes to take the tests.
@rallypoint14 жыл бұрын
joe s Nice to know👍🏼 It’s not a “so called” virus. It’s a real virus.
@danokerr99294 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video. Its been a very informative video. I remember watching my friends dad run his setup he had a huge tower in his yard and he would be on it for hours and hours.
@RadioHamGuy3 жыл бұрын
Hoping you are having fun with radio! 73..wd0akx, this is a fun hobby! I have had fun since I was 13 in 1977.
@randimcmillan31483 жыл бұрын
Studying for my test now. Happy to find this video. Thank you!
@danielnapier45014 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your ticket. Got my technician license February 3rd 2020. KO4BMM. 73's
@weldonco9902 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I’ve been monitoring ham radio for years and never got my ticket. This definitely will push me to get my license and hopefully make a contact.
@johndigiovanni4 жыл бұрын
Congratulations from N3LUD in Delaware.
@n3ahc4 жыл бұрын
I had my first contact last night!
@justanotherbum0074 жыл бұрын
Did anyone believe you? Were they greys or tall blondes?
@aprilbourie94194 жыл бұрын
Ill probably have my first contact around july 22
@SuAmigoElilegal3 жыл бұрын
U have ur first contact with ur self touching ur self
@paradox86773 жыл бұрын
@@SuAmigoElilegal your brains gotta be mush bro
@keivanshahrokhi83463 жыл бұрын
This was great to watch. I'm taking my Technical test next month and I'm stoked. I can't wait to get started. Good luck taking your General, if you haven't already taken it yet.
@noeatnosleep3 ай бұрын
Did you pass?
@keivanshahrokhi83463 ай бұрын
@@noeatnosleep Yeah I did. The Technical and then the General shortly after that.
@CanadianMakerProject4 жыл бұрын
Glad you filmed your first contact. Congrats
@stevenaustin28602 жыл бұрын
first of all congrads on the new license i passed mine may this year but i have had hf sets for yrs and been on 11m ssb for 40 yrs de m7byf skelmersdale west lancs
@Donkarnage2233 жыл бұрын
nice job dude! i woke this morning and i had an email from the fcc with my callsign. on the way into work i made my first qso! exciting stuff!!
@akakac7 ай бұрын
Lol I love this. Like what are the chances of getting such good footage of this??. I work in a trucking warehouse and we use a radio on the premises. This morning just to be funny I decided I'm going to try to sound super legit whenever I use it at work, just to throw people off 😂 the dialogue we partake in is nothing like the real HAM stuff but I thought my coworkers would get a laugh and this video gave me such a perfect guide and example 😂😂😂 signing off this is alpha kilo alpha kilo alpha Charlie.. lol thanks for the video it's legit!!! 😆👏
@MikeCarroll44 Жыл бұрын
That was a good first contact. I'm KO4NMT. Welcome to the hobby
@stealthnthunder Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Congratulations on your license and welcome to the world of Ham Radio's
@1known23 жыл бұрын
I bet that radio was warm after your first contact ! The only issue with the cheaper radios, but still very worth while.
@buckeye57044 жыл бұрын
A belated welcome to the Hobby Mike! 73
@1known23 жыл бұрын
Nice video , hope you can look back on it in 20 years.
@otherstar14 жыл бұрын
Congrats! I got my Novice license in 1989, Advanced in 1994, and Extra around 1999-2000! 73 AC5XL
@TheDadNerd4 жыл бұрын
I feel like it is definitely a hobby that last a lifetime!
@woodferd4 жыл бұрын
Waiting for my calls to appear any day...thanks for the great vid!
@nativetexan97763 жыл бұрын
Yes, I hate programming a bunch of frequencies and end up with maybe 3 active ones. Also throw a few simplex frequencies in as well. 146.520 and 446.000 are a must
@dr47104 жыл бұрын
Congrats! Ah man.....a whole world has opened up for you now. Started as a tech, got into digital, HF SSB on 10m....then upgraded to General to play around more on HF. Now looking at Extra class to get more room on HF and a better callsign :-) K9DJR
@chad48533 ай бұрын
Subscribed - Thanks for the video.
@JuanMoreno-wo5yb2 жыл бұрын
You make it look easy. I could not do that, I would have to practice off air and never record it and put it on KZbin... Great job and have fun. I do not have a license or radio but would like to have emergency contact with someone out there, so I will keep at this research... Thanks.
@Geekchess3 жыл бұрын
What a great first contact! Cheers for the video! VK3MPO
@marks.3798 Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for sharing your first experience.
@waynegalvin15933 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the hobby, excellent video, and congrats on passing your test. W1WAG.
@w.rustylane56503 жыл бұрын
I just passed the test for Technician license and am waiting to get my call sign. I already made a 1/4 wave ground plane for my 2 meter Yaesu FT-4VR, a mono band, 2 meter radio the local Ham club gave me for passing the test. I can't wait to make my first contact. I've been studying for the General already and can pass that test as well.
@applejacks9713 жыл бұрын
Check the FFC site everyday. As soon as its on their site, you can get on the air. Congrat's!! wireless2.fcc.gov/UlsApp/UlsSearch/searchAmateur.jsp;JSESSIONID_ULSSEARCH=fmVJfybRpSvQYNvBG1qycVMvj4QC7Js3VxH24pTL124M1pFWFvp0!-664367461!-1774381564
@diamondsprince4 жыл бұрын
That was a great conversation!
@St3althytoast3rTV11 ай бұрын
This was AWESOME!!! So glad im getting into this
@carolinakayakadventures2702 жыл бұрын
Man that was super cool!! Congratulations 3 yrs late lol!!! Im actually taking my test today and i can't wait to make my first contact. Thanks for sharing this!!!
@carolinakayakadventures2702 жыл бұрын
Update… took technician test… got a 97… studying for the general. Still don’t have my call sign yet!!!
@seltenfotog31153 жыл бұрын
How cool! Great tips and thanks for sharing.
@Aletef4 жыл бұрын
Congrats, wellcome onboard. 73. EA8DIO.
@misturchips4 жыл бұрын
Welcome! Hope you can pour some time into the hobby and make some fantastic pals!
@Visitor2Earth4 жыл бұрын
Hey, DadNerd....WARNING!!!!! Ham Radio is more addictive than cocaine! Or alcohol! It's really, really addictive! I was first licensed at age 15 (back in the days of vacuum tubes)! WELCOME to the best hobby in the world! de W5JN
@TheDadNerd4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the welcome and the warning! The addiction has already begun. Studying for my general right now!
@Thinks-First4 ай бұрын
I second that.
@agoraphobicadam11713 жыл бұрын
Got my tech license yesterday and I also have the qyt 8900d. Have fun with that yaesu. 73's KO4HPC Tennessee
@unclemikeyplays7 ай бұрын
I'm at an "any minute now" point with my own license (test taken about 10 days ago, but, y'know, the holidays) and I hope my own First Contact goes as well!
@timothyroberts99803 жыл бұрын
Good idea. Posting your first Amateur Radio contact on You Tube. I had mine in 1996. Do not remember it. Upgraded to General , last May. Made my first HF contact , January 9th. To John , KA4RXP , in Germantown , TN. I live in Thornton , CO. Tim , KB0VQP.
@jasonclemente4392 Жыл бұрын
Ive been wanting a HAM for a long time but recently have been pretty serious about getting my licence. Im not scared to talk but im scared of choking and embarrassing myself. Hopefully one day ill get the hang of it before making my first amature contact. I just watch videos like yours to get my mind on the callsigns and what to do but patience is key
@StoneyBaloney2210 ай бұрын
Okay, time for more items on the study list!
@TheDadNerd9 ай бұрын
Good luck with the test! If you can, try and get tech and general done in one sitting so you can enjoy more of the HF bands.
@gregoryhamp46053 жыл бұрын
I know it's a year late but congratulations! And congratulations on your general ticket. Welcome to the hobby!
@TheDadNerd3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It has been a ton of fun over the last year
@digitalanaloguehamradio3 жыл бұрын
Well done great video
@WhatWereYouWatching3 жыл бұрын
This was fun to listen to
@jeffb5781 Жыл бұрын
Great job on the first contact!
@jessp96933 жыл бұрын
Fun to watch, Thank you!
@nikosadie3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations! I still have to write mine, but I'm excited...
@954Lacko7 ай бұрын
That was so exiting!
@watchfan61804 жыл бұрын
Congratulations
@OneSolarPrepper4 жыл бұрын
Congrats! And very nice to see this, thanks
@JustinDoesTriathlon3 жыл бұрын
This was really cool man; neat contact.
@BrotherTimothyClark3 жыл бұрын
Hey, great job on your first contact. That's great. KC3CDU
@Ei2iP4 жыл бұрын
Congratulations Mike de Ei2iP
@jessiec4128 Жыл бұрын
Welcome to ham radio. Talking on FM is so much better.
@TheRemyRomano3 жыл бұрын
Great job! Very well done.
@MGTOW_flamingdragon617 ай бұрын
Awesome content my man your video has inspired me to branch out to a new hobby and once again, thank you for the awesome content would’ve never found this hobby if it wasn’t for your video, so I thank you
@brooklyntaylor.-.3 жыл бұрын
ok but those sunglasses are fire
@applejacks9713 жыл бұрын
Waving a hand from Norfolk! Lot's of repeaters down your way, I never know which ones to monitor! I spend a lot of time in West O when I'm down there, around the 146/maple area. Gotsta love Home Depot and Lowe's, along with that awesome Chinese place! If you get up this way, 146.730 with PL 181.3 is our local machine. We also have nets Monday and Tuesday night at 7:30, and Wed 8:00. Feel free to check in. We usually have a couple Omaha/CB and Fremont stations join us 73's! K0ACS
@TheDadNerd3 жыл бұрын
Hey there! Always nice to meet a fellow Nebraska ham. Will do if I am out that way. When you are here K0SWI repeater in CB is the most active I’d say 146.82
@applejacks9713 жыл бұрын
@@TheDadNerd Perfect, I'll dial it up when I get down that way next!
@oldpreach4 жыл бұрын
Nebraska ! Congratulations. Hey, I'm I Georgia, but link into the Nebraska hub from time to time. Don you know about it ?
@tamaramcbride41874 жыл бұрын
Encouraging for me to do this up the road someday. Congrats.
@TheDadNerd4 жыл бұрын
Do it! It’s a lot of fun and actually very beneficial. We used it on a vacation when there was no cell service.
@tamaramcbride41874 жыл бұрын
Thx I will.
@michaeldarnell5712 жыл бұрын
How's it going since this upload??? My dad has done ham for a while and I'ma try to get my techs here soon! Im pretty excited.
@gabes804 жыл бұрын
Congrats! "Only 25 watts..." I've only ever used handhelds on VHF/UHF so I'm used to 5 watts being "high-power!"
@TheDadNerd4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I enjoy the little extra power in the car. I use my handhelds most often though!
@majorisxiv70194 жыл бұрын
Ikr my UV-5R reaches the other end 2.8kms away with additional obstacles and interference. Id be very very happy if i get a 25 watt base radio that will crank the fun meter all the way up for me
@adampembrooksr68632 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Pretty awesome.
@autofox5.067 Жыл бұрын
I use to talk on CB when in High School. I always enjoyed it but I got away from it. I just have gotten my old CB back and I am wanting to get into HAM. I have a Galaxy DX 55V
@echo-hotel2 жыл бұрын
Just got my license a few days ago. Still haven’t tried to make a contact. I’m listening but don’t hear anything. Yeah I should just throw out my call sign, but sucks knowing no one else is doing that. Might change when I start, hopefully. Not looking for “rag chews” just a radio report and basic info exchange. Mostly want to do POTA and SOTA on cw. Finally got an antenna to listen in on some cw! Very excited to sit down and practice.
@TheDadNerd2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on getting the license! I talk on the repeaters a little bit but I enjoy HF a lot more because it can just be quick exchanging of information and not a full conversation.
@astcal Жыл бұрын
very cool!
@josephgriffith14424 жыл бұрын
Just now looking into the hobby and this is the first video I came across. Jaw dropped when you said Omaha. Would love to get in contact. Maybe you can provide some newbie guidance.
@TheDadNerd4 жыл бұрын
Nice to meet a fellow Omahan! The Aksarben club is fantastic, I would recommend checking them out. Hope to hear you on the airwaves! Btw I am now W0EGR, I ended up getting a vanity call sign.
@danielnapier45014 жыл бұрын
KO4BMM. The QYT 8900d is the exact same radio that I put in my truck. It's a great radio to be a cheap one from China. I like it.
@AdamosDad4 жыл бұрын
Good video young man, I've been a ham for four months and most of my contacts with other hams has been on CB. At this point all I have is a 10 meter mobile (on a desk pwr sup) and a Yaesu hand held. I hope it will get better when I get that Yaesu 991a.
@creydadjАй бұрын
Man I'm taking my technician test next week. Looking forward to get my license. Any study tips to pass the test?