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What Really Sank the Titanic?
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RSGB Yearbook 2010
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Ventus G730 GPS-logger
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Schneider Trophy to Spitfire
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Bouncing-Bomb Man
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Haynes Owner Workshop Manuals
Haynes Workshop Manual for Supermarine Spitfire
By Alfred Price & Paul Blackah
The iconic Supermarine Spitfire is the high point of many air shows and they turn heads where ever they are seen. This famous aircraft now receives the Haynes Owners Workshop Manual treatment. Written with the full co-operation and authorisation of the Royal Air Force this fascinating book provides a unique perspective on what it takes to own, restore and operate a Spitfire. This is a wonderful insight into the engineering and construction of this remarkable aeroplane. Presented mainly in colour, there are as you would expect cut away drawings, maintenance information and restorations tips. There is also a history of the Spitfire and even views from the cockpit and the engineer.
This highly detailed and attractively designed hard back book is based around the restoration of the Spitfire Mk XVI at RAF Coningsby. Providing an insight into owning, restoring, servicing and flying Britain's legendary World War 2 fighter - recommended reading
Size 270 x 210mm, 160 pages, ISBN 9781-8442-5462-0
Haynes Owners Workshop Manual for Messerschmitt Bf109
By: Paul Blackah & Malcolm Lowe
Produced as a sister volume to the Haynes Workshop Manual for Supermarine Spitfire this book provides the same treatment to the Luftwaffe's Messerschmitt Bf109. This single-seat fighter was the main combat adversary of the RAF's Hurricanes and Spitfires in the Battle of Britain.
This Haynes Owners Workshop Manual covers the history of the Bf109, restoration to flight, the views of owners, pilots and engineers, and operating and servicing insights. Data boxes cover Bf109 facts and figures, plus interviews with Luftwaffe pilots and modern-day owner-pilots. Illustrated with a mix of specially commissioned colour and archive photographs, the Bf109 Manual also includes illustrations from Luftwaffe official wartime servicing manuals, and coverage of restoration projects in the UK and overseas.
Hardback, Size 270 x 210mm, 160 pages, ISBN 9781-8442-5642-6
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Schneider Trophy to Spitfire
By: John Shelton
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R J Mitchell is best known as the designer of the legendary Supermarine Spitfire fighter that he never lived to see enter service with the RAF. Schneider Trophy to Spitfire is the first book to give a comprehensive account of the design career of this great aircraft designer.
Reginald J. Mitchell, known affectionately as "R.J." or even "Mitch" was responsible for twenty eight of aircraft designs. Specialising is flying-boats, Mitchell was responsible for the sleek record-breaking seaplane aircraft that won outright the Schneider Trophy in 1931. There were many other classic designs such as the Stranraer and Southampton flying boats. The author John Shelton examines Mitchell's designs and recounts how each of his aircraft emerged in response to contemporary requirements and prevailing design philosophies. There are details of the successful campaign to win the Schneider trophy and the development of the Supermarine Spitfire.
Produced in hardback Schneider Trophy to Spitfire is heavily illustrated with line drawings of the aircraft and contemporary pictures. This book provides a great insight into the man and career that is R J Mitchell
Size 270 x 210mm, 256 pages, ISBN 978-1-84425-530-6
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Bouncing-Bomb Man
The Science of Sir Barnes Wallis
By Iain Murray
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Barnes Wallis is best known as the 'boffin' behind the famous bouncing bomb used by 617 Squadron to breach the Ruhr dams in 1943, but his work covers a far wider canvas.
Bouncing-Bomb Man details Barnes Wallis' work from airships, through novel aircraft structures and special weapons, to long-range supersonic aircraft, and an extensive patent portfolio. This is the first book to describe the entire life's work of Wallis in detail and shows how his genius brought totally new ideas into these various fields. The book is packed with detail on how ideas were conceived, tested and performed in use. From the famous "bouncing bomb", "earthquake bombs" (tallboy and grand slam), airships, supersonic aircraft, telescopes, cargo carriers, bridges and much more they are all detailed here with the science and engineering expertise that he deployed to make them work.
Lavishly illustrated this great hardback book makes extensive use of line artwork and photographs to demonstrate the concepts involved. For those seeking an authoritative work or those simply wanting a good read Bouncing-Bomb Man is ideal reading.
Size 270 x 210mm, 288 pages, ISBN 978-1-84425-588-7
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The Real Enigma Heroes
By Phil Shanahan
The capture of the Enigma codes helped shorten the Second World War by at least a year. Churchill took a special interest in the information that came out of Bletchley Park’s Station X and he guarded his contact well so that the Germans would never find out the source.Without the quick actions of three men from HMS Petard, who clambered aboard a sinking German U-boat, the codes might never have been broken. On the night of 30 October 1942, First Lieutenant Tony Fasson, accompanied by Able Seaman Colin Grazier and Tommy Brown, climbed aboard U-559. Passing codebooks up through the hatch, Fasson and Grazier were caught aboard the sub as she suddenly sank. Brown was saved, along with the code books, and the rest, they say, is history...It wasn’t until 1969 that the men were mentioned for their work in rescuing the Enigma codes, and even then it was in the comic "The Hornet".
Phil Shanahan tells the extraordinary story of the three men who saved countless Allied lives and shortened the war by a year, as well as the efforts to recognise their bravery.
It’s hard to think of three individual servicemen who did more to hasten the Allied victory - Robert Harris, author of "Enigma".
They played a pivotal part in bringing the Battle of the Atlantic to an earlier close - Prince Andrew.
A contribution to the winning of the war that few could match - Tony Blair.
Hardback Size 254x178, paperback, 240 pages, ISBN: 9780 7524 4472 7
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What Really Sank the Titanic?
By Jennifer Hooper McCarty and Tim Foecke
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We are now all aware of the infamous night of the April 14, 1912, when the "unsinkable" RMS Titanic, with over 2,200 passengers onboard, plunged to a watery grave. But what really caused the Titanic to sink? Was it simply an unlucky accident with an iceberg in the North Atlantic or was it more?
For nearly a century, the shocking loss of the Titanic has haunted the world. Researchers Jennifer Hooper McCarty and Tim Foecke thoroughly investigate the accident applying modern techniques to the available evidence. There draw on their participation in expeditions to the ship's wreckage and experiments on recovered Titanic materials. Far from a conspiracy as some propose, the authors build a compelling new scenario for the reasons for the disaster.
Grippingly written, What Really Sank the Titanic is illustrated with fascinating period photographs and modern scientific evidence. If you are interested in this Titanic disaster this is a book not to be missed.
Size 231x157mm 256 pages. ISBN 9780-8065-2896-0
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RadCom 2009 on CD-ROM
NEW Edition
This CD contains every word of every page published in RadCom during 2009 and much more besides. Everything in the magazine including all the adverts is provided in an easy to use PDF format. Not only can you print any of the pages from 2009 but you can search the text for those specific items you want.
The latest version of the Adobe Acrobat software is included if you don't have a copy on the CD. There are also samples of other RSGB archive CDs and extracts from RSGB books. If you want to free up some shelf space and still keep all your RadComs handy for future reference there is no better way than the RadCom 2009 CD.
To see other RadCom CDs click here
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The Real Enigma Heroes
By Phil Shanahan
The capture of the Enigma codes helped shorten the Second World War by at least a year. Churchill took a special interest in the information that came out of Bletchley Park’s Station X and he guarded his contact well so that the Germans would never find out the source.Without the quick actions of three men from HMS Petard, who clambered aboard a sinking German U-boat, the codes might never have been broken. On the night of 30 October 1942, First Lieutenant Tony Fasson, accompanied by Able Seaman Colin Grazier and Tommy Brown, climbed aboard U-559. Passing codebooks up through the hatch, Fasson and Grazier were caught aboard the sub as she suddenly sank. Brown was saved, along with the code books, and the rest, they say, is history...It wasn’t until 1969 that the men were mentioned for their work in rescuing the Enigma codes, and even then it was in the comic "The Hornet".
Phil Shanahan tells the extraordinary story of the three men who saved countless Allied lives and shortened the war by a year, as well as the efforts to recognise their bravery.
It’s hard to think of three individual servicemen who did more to hasten the Allied victory - Robert Harris, author of "Enigma".
They played a pivotal part in bringing the Battle of the Atlantic to an earlier close - Prince Andrew.
A contribution to the winning of the war that few could match - Tony Blair.
Hardback Size 254x178, paperback, 240 pages, ISBN: 9780 7524 4472 7
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Full Circle
A Dream Denied, A Vision Fulfilled
By Theodore J. Cohen
Solly's dream is for his son Teddy to one day become a concert violinist. Eventually he comes to understand and to endure the heartbreak of knowing that the dream never will be realized. As Solly watches, life takes Teddy from gifted violin student to adult engineer and scientist, leaving no time for the career in music Solly so dearly wants his son to pursue. In the end, there emerges the essence of redemption as Teddy returns to the violin late in life and fulfills his and his father's vision. The story, which is a work of fiction based on real events, will fascinate readers from ages ten to one hundred who are interested in radio, communications, and music and in how it was to grow up in a family whose members trace their heritage to that great wave of immigrants that crashed onto America's shores in the mid- to late 1800s.
Size 204x127, paperback, 216 pages, ISBN: 9781 4490 2914 2
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International QRP Collection
A compendium of QRP articles from around the world
Compiled and edited by Rev. George Dobbs, G3RJV and Steve Telenius-Lowe, 9M6DXX
QRP (or low power) operating is practiced by many radio amateurs across the globe. Much is published by these QRP enthusiasts detailing great designs, best practice and much more. The authors of the International QRP Collection have scoured the world for the best of these and compiled them for you, into this great scrapbook.
The International QRP Collection contains articles from well known amateur radio magazines such as RadCom, QST, Sprat, Break In and many others, as well as some original material. By far the largest section of the International QRP Collection is that devoted to construction. This will please most QRP enthusiasts, who are also keen equipment builders. To complement this, there are also sections on modifications to QRP equipment, reviews of commercial equipment, QRP theory, and articles on QRP operating. There is certain to be something of interest to all low-power enthusiasts within the pages of this book.
With authors from Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, South America and Oceania, the International QRP Collection is truly an international window on today's QRP construction and operating practices.
Size 210x274mm, 176pages ISBN: 9781 9050 8655 9
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Ventus G730 GPS-logger
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The RSGB has negotiated a special price for our members with MLS for the new Ventus G730 GPS-logger. This USB memory stick sized unit is a fascinating pocket device with multiple commercial and personal uses for individual movement tracking. It’s very light, extremely easy to use and logs your route automatically. It also adds your GPS location to digital pictures. It then presents the route you’ve taken in 3D via Google Earth™ on your PC.
At the start of your walk, car or cycle ride turn on the G730 and when you finish your journey, turn it off. Once home plug the G730 into your PC, open the software, click on two icons and the route and pictures you have taken are viewed on Google earth/maps. The G730 records your speed, altitude, distance etc., even showing how long you have stopped during your journey. You can even use your digital images taken on route for future reference. How good is that!
Accuracy is to within 5 metres and you get up to 18 hours continuous use after a 2 hour charge via your USB port on your PC.
RSGB members save £11.00 off the usual rrp & postage on this item at the extra special offer price of only £44.95 inc postage (Sorry we are unable to ship this item outside the UK).
The Ideal gadget for every Amateur
Sorry this item is currently out of stock but more are due on the 10th Feb 2010. If you order today, delivery will be as soon as we can manage after that date.
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RSGB Radio Communication Handbook
10th edition
Edited by Mike Dennison, G3XDV and John Fielding, ZS5JF
Following a major revision the RSGB Radio Communication Handbook is now the biggest edition ever and even better than before!
64 pages bigger than the previous edition, the 10th edition of the RSGB Radio Communication Handbook is now packed with even more material than ever before. The contents have also had the biggest revision ever and to make way for all the new material some chapters have even been moved onto the accompanying CD.
Just about everyone will find items of value in this great book. Chapters vary from the essentials right through to detailed ones on specialist topics. New material includes for the first time the an extensive chapter dedicated to the practicalities of taking your radio station into The Great Outdoors, written by backpacking expert Richard Marshall, G4ERP. The Low Frequencies chapter now includes transmitters to take advantage of the new higher power level permitted to 500kHz permit holders. RadCom columnist Andy Talbot, G4JNT, has completely re-written the Digital Communications chapter to bring it bang up to date and the Satellites and Space chapter now includes radio astronomy. Included in Construction and Workshop Practice is much more on soldering SMT components. Much has been expanded including the section on Software Defined Radio, which represents the most comprehensive work available on SDRs for amateur radio. Appendices contain all the useful reference data and artwork for printed circuit boards.
Free Bonus CD
As an extra a free CD is included packed with bonus material. There is a full PDF version of the RSGB Radio Communication Handbook allowing detailed searching and printing at the touch of a button. However there is even more with bonus chapters that not in the book, an SDR video and audio files and other bonus material. There is even a huge selection of the latest amateur radio software .
* Biggest Handbook ever - 864 A4 pages
* 26 chapters and two appendices
* 600,000 words!
* Over 1700 illustrations
* Bonus CD
* New "Great Outdoors" Chapter
* LF including the use of higher power limit on 500kHz
* Rewritten "Digital Communications" Chapter
* Surface Mount Technology
* Software Defined Radio
* Projects for 136kHz to 76GHz
If you only ever buy one book on amateur radio, this should be the one!
Size 297x210mm, 864 pages, ISBN: 9781-9050-8654-2
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ARRL Handbook 2010
87th Edition
The BIGGEST ARRL Handbook EVER!
At over 1250 pages, the 87th edition of the ARRL handbook is the biggest since it was first published in 1926. More than 60 authors and reviewers contributed over 70% NEW or completely revised content to this edition.
The ARRL Handbook 2010 is both reference book and tutorial, woven together with practical applications and solutions. The Handbook provides both a useful introduction to radio communication and features the most current material on electronics and Amateur Radio.
This edition has been reorganised into five major sections, making it easier than ever to find exactly what you are searching for: Fundamental Theory, Practical Design and Principles, Antenna Systems and Radio Propagation, Equipment Construction and Maintenance, and Station Assembly and Management. Each chapter has been designed to be either an encyclopaedia of current practices and technology or focuses on techniques, designs and projects.
CD-ROM
The book’s accompanying CD-ROM inside the back cover once again includes a searchable PDF version of the entire book, including graphics. Construction information and PC board templates for all projects are included, as are the original QST articles. There is a powerful filter design and analysis software, Elsie, as well as other useful applications.
Size 208x274mm, c1250 pages, ISBN 9780-87259-144-8
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RTTY/PSK31 for Radio Amateurs
By Roger Cooke, G3LDI
Data modes appear to be a daunting prospect to newly licensed radio amateurs, but they do not have to be. This book is a practical guide to the two most popular data modes, RTTY and PSK31.
RTTY is the oldest real Data mode and was first used on the amateur bands over 50 years ago. In those days it was a complex mode to use, with teleprinters and home made transmitters to modify. However, in the computer age, it is much easier to both use and set up. RTTY and PSK31 for Radio Amateurs provides you will all you need to know to get the most out of this fascinating area of amateur radio. Readers will find details of where to find data modes on the amateur bands, through getting started, to making the most from both these modes. DXpeditions and contests use these modes and there is lots of information on getting the best from these too.
Free CD
The free CD that accompanies this book provides an A-Z of amateur radio data mode programs to get you started. You will also find reviews of equipment, lots of reference material and web links, essential reading for anybody interested in Data.
RTTY and PSK31 for Radio Amateurs does though carry a warning: Buying this book may lead to an enjoyment of RTTY, PSK31 and Data modes in general that is highly addictive.
Size 240x174mm, 32 pages, ISBN 9781-9050-8652-8
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Winter 2010 Pegasus Flying Horse Call Book
New Edition
The Pegasus Flying Horse CD
Using the very latest Europe and US call data, makes this the most up-to-date and very best World Call CD available. In co-operation with the RSGB you also get the latest UK call information on this CD alongside the World Call data.
Requiring no hard disk installation this CD has an easy to use and effective interface. The "Radio Amateur Call Book" is compatible with existing logging software and all operating systems from DOS to Windows XP.
This CD has the following:
* International and North American listings and amateur radio prefix maps
* Contains more than 1,600,000 amateur radio callsigns
* More than 60,000 email listings
* More than 60,000 QSL manager listings
* Is multi-lingual. English, Spanish, German and French.
* Displays the stations locations on more than 250 radio amateur maps including maps for all US states and each province of Canada.
* Online help for each screen
* Label printing facility
* And much more !
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Watson AT-715
five-in-one Power Station
*** RSGB Members Special Offer Save £10.00 on rrp ***
In conjunction with Waters & Stanton, the RSGB is offering this great bit of kit at a special saving for our members only as a offer not available elsewhere.
Not only is it a power supply, there’s also an air compressor, work light, inverter and a jumpstart system. Black rubberised handle and surround for rugged use. There are two (1 red and 1 black) heavy duty clamps attached to leads for jump starting that store away in the side of the main unit. The air hose also coils away into a compartment inside the main unit.
Specifications:-
* 60 amp max current
* Jump-start System
* 260 PSi air compressor with Reading Gauge
* 200 Watt power inverter
(peak 400 watt / 0.3 sec with UK 3-pin socket)
* 5 LED work light
* 12V 17Ah battery
* Voltmeter Built-In
* Battery status button
* Built-In Air cooling Fan
* 2 x 12v cigar lighter sockets 11 amps max
* Charging time 34-36 hours by AC Charger
* Charging time 14-16 hours by DC Charger
* Weight 7.74 Kg
* Size 267w x 210d x 280h mm
Supplied with:- Instruction book; mains charger 230V UK; vehicle charger 12V DC cigar lighter lead; 3 valve adapters for air compressor hose.
Please note P&P is £10.00 (UK mainland) for this item and is in addition to that charged for books. We regret this item is not available for overseas delivery.
Price: £69.95
SOE: The Scientific Secrets
By Fredric Boyce and Douglas Everett
The history of Special Operations Executive (SOE) seems to spring a never-ending run of surprises, and here are some more. This book explores the mysterious world of the tools SOE used for their missions of subversion and sabotage.
Written by a scientist who served in SOE and an engineer who shared the task of clearing up after it was disbanded, their insider knowledge provides a clear account of the way in which SOE inventors worked. The often grim reality is confronted and is more akin with the world of James Bond and Q’s workshop was than previously believed. From high explosive technology to chemical and biological devices it is all here. Readers will find details of clandestine radios used alongside the techniques of air supply, camouflage, underwater warfare, weaponry and so much more.
SOE -The Scientific Secrets is a revelation about the tools that allowed the murky world of spying and spies to operate during wartime. A thoroughly recommended read for anyone interested in these WWII activities.
Size 164x239mm, 336 pages ISBN 9780 7524 5329 3
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New General Books
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* Saucy Jack
* From Trainset to Model Railway
* Sixties Boys
* Under Fire
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abc Air Traffic Control (10th Edition)
By Graham Duke
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Since the last edition of abc Air Traffic Control in 2005 there have been many changes in the air traffic control industry in the UK and UK-related airways. Air traffic has continued to increase rapidly resulting in more complex air traffic control systems which have to meet demand, as well as fulfilling safety and environment regulations.
Covering current issues facing the air traffic control industry, the author looks at the establishment of the new London Control Centre at Swanwick in the beginning of 2008, and the problematic congestion plaguing the UK skies, particularly in the busy Southeast. As a result, National Air Traffic Services, which took over from the Civil Airliner Authority in 2001 following partial privatization ofthe industry, is consulting with the CAA about redrawing the aircraft route map over the southeast of England to alleviate this problem.
This newest volume covers all the latest developments within the industry, explaining the structure of the system and the regulations controlling it in a straightforward manner, with a window into military air traffic control systems as well. Alongside this wider picture, intimate details are also revealed about the operations of ground control, the communications systems in the aircraft flying, the standard modes of communication, and airport procedures. The North Atlantic system and other aeronautical information such as charts, weather and airfield data are explained, as well as a full assessment of future developments. This is the essential handbook for anyone interested in civil aviation and the operation of modern air traffic control practice.
Size 184x120 mm, 112 pages, ISBN 978-1-85780-318-1
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abc Air Band Radio Guide (7th Edition)
By Graham Duke
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A long-awaited new edition of a best-selling pocket guide specifically designed for the aviation enthusiast who wants to listen in to aircraft air band activity.First published in 1992 abc Air Band Radio Guide is an indispensable guide to the complexities of air traffic control communications. For many thousands of aviation enthusiasts part of the fascination of their hobby is the ability to listen in to the radio transmissions made by the air traffic controllers and the aircraft under their control.
This highly popular guide has now been thoroughly updated, and it examines in detail, but in a straightforward manner, air traffic control in the UK, the technology involved, the equipment available with an analysis of various features and what to look for when seeking to acquire such equipment, airfields, radio frequencies, the nature of the transmissions that can be heard, antennas and high frequency radio.
Size 184x120 mm, 112 pages, ISBN 9781 8578 0319 8
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ENIGMA U-BOATS: Breaking the Code
By Jak P Mallmann Showell
Revised updated and made available for the first time as a paperback book ENIGMA U-BOATS: Breaking the Code is the true story of the Enigma machines taken from U-Boats in WW2.
ENIGMA U-BOATS: Breaking the Code is written by the acknowledged expert on the history of the U-boat arm in the Second World War. This book analyses the development of Enigma, following the story from the shocked German admirals who discovered that the Royal Navy had penetrated their secret radio codes during WW1. The response of the German navy to make a coding system, so complex that breaking their codes, would be theoretically impossible - the Enigma machine. There are details of the development of Enigma, its role during German U-boat operations, and the subsequent code-breaking work at Bletchley Park. This book examines in detail all the U-boats known to have been boarded by the Allies during the war from which Enigma machines could have been captured.
At a special 25% discount for RSGB members this book is a highly enjoyable read which details the story U-Boat and the Enigma story in WW2 and is thoroughly recommended reading.
Size: 194x130mm, 232 pages. ISBN 9780-7110-3396-2
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Capturing Enigma
How HMS "Petard" Seized the German Naval Codes
by Stephen Harper
Capturing Enigma: How HMS "Petard" Seized the German Naval Codes - details the true story of the attack by a British destroyer on a German U-boat in the Eastern Mediterranean in October 1942 that altered the course of the entire war.
The capture of secret German Enigma coding material from U-559, at the cost of the lives of two of HMS Petard's crew, enabled Bletchley Park's code breakers to crack a new Enigma system introduced to cover a maximum U-boat offensive. After ten critical months with no U-boat signals intelligence available, this was the crucial factor in defeating Hitler's Atlantic U-boat wolf packs before they could starve Britain into defeat in the winter of 1942-3. Had it been possible to release the facts of her triumph at the time, the name of HMS Petard would surely have ranked alongside that of Nelson's Victory in the annals of British history. Because of the top secrecy about Ultra messages that lasted nearly four decades, the Petard's achievement remained unknown, her fame unrecognized. This text is the true story of how HMS Petard attacked and captured U-559 in the darkness of a Mediterranean night. With the use of vivid eyewitness accounts, the author describes how two of her crew swam across to the sinking, abandoned U-boat (ahead of a boarding party in a whaler) went below and passed key signals documents up the conning tower before being trapped when U-559, leaking from damage caused in the Petard's earlier depth charge attacks, sank. Both men were later recommended for posthumous awards of the Victoria Cross but the Admiralty, concerned this might draw unwanted attention from German Intelligence, instead ordered posthumous awards of the George Cross, the highest civilian award for bravery.
At a special 25% discount for RSGB members Capturing Enigma: How HMS "Petard" Seized the German Naval Codes is a bargain and a great read.
Size 207x132 mm, 192 pages, ISBN 9780 7509 3050 5
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VoIP: Internet Linking for Radio Amateurs
NEW Second Edition
By Jonathan Taylor, K1RFD
Large numbers of radio amateurs are now regularly using VoIP, or "Voice Over Internet Protocol" and this second edition of VoIP: Internet Linking for Radio Amateurs is the complete guide to this fascinating topic.
VoIP: Internet Linking for Radio Amateurs covers the most widely-used VoIP systems used by radio amateurs, with particular attention to EchoLink and the Internet Radio Linking Project, or IRLP. The book is designed for beginners who need information on how to get started, set-up, and use these systems. This is also the ideal guide to the ham radio applications of VoIP, in combination with their radios for long-distance communication spanning hundreds or thousands of miles. The use of the Internet as the relay between their base stations, handhelds and mobile transceivers. For the more advanced, it provides plenty of technical "meat" for those who want to dig deeper into VoIP applications and discover how they work.
Sections Include;
Connecting the World Using A VoIP Link
Conference Servers, Reflectors and Nets
Other Linking Systems
Setting Up Your Own Node
Digital Audio and the Internet Under The Hood
Echolink: Under The Hood
IRLP
Legal Issues In Linking
Web Resources & Glossary
New for this edition are sections
Asterisk and app_rpt
Remote Control Techniques.
Size 144 pages, size 227x185mm, ISBN: 9780-87259-926-4
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RSGB Yearbook 2010
Edited by Steve White, G3ZVW
Bigger and better than ever before!
The newly expanded RSGB Yearbook 2010 contains 528 pages and over 1.25 million words. Now with over 200 pages of information it remains the most comprehensive guide to amateur radio in the UK and worldwide.
There are now 10,000 more amateur radio licences included in the RSGB Yearbook 2010 than were on issue in 2000. This book is the latest update of these callsigns AND so much more. There is all the latest information on every aspect of the RSGB from how the Society is organised, the services it offers, committees, who to contact for assistance, etc. There is a section covering all manner of UK Clubs including National Affiliated Societies and Emergency Communications Groups. Broken down into regions you can also find details of local clubs, trainers in the area and examination centres alongside details of the RSGB Regional Manager Team. There are over 100 pages on Operating including special features covering the UK Six Metre Group (UKSMG) and the Radio Amateurs Old Timers Association (RAOTA). Of course there is all the latest licensing information, a complete list of UK Special Contest callsigns, Irish callsigns, plus listings of UK licensees in surname and Postcode order.
Features:
* Nearly 70,000 active callsigns from UK
* Irish callsigns and UK calls sorted by name and postcode
* Licensing Information UK and International
* A full colour Review of the Year
* National and Featured Club Information
* Exam Licence and Course Information
* Prefix Lists
* Latest Band Plans
* Award and Contest Information
* Technical Help
and much more
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Packed with bonus material the RSGB Yearbook CD is a great extra benefit of buying this great book. The CD contains nearly 300MB of amateur radio software and pages of extra information about RSGB affiliated clubs. There is a searchable copy of the information page of the Yearbook and a bunch of samples from other RSGB books.
Fully updated information is combined with the very latest licensing data for the UK & Ireland to produce the essential publication for the well-equipped shack.
Size 297x210mm, 528 pages, ISBN 9781-9050-8653-5
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Callseeker Plus 2010
If you want the convenience of an instant search callbook that covers the UK and Europe that is Callseeker Plus!
This CD contains the most up-to-date listings of United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland amateurs' callsigns, you will also find comprehensive coverage of callsigns from across Europe. It also contains the all the information from both the RSGB Yearbook Information section in an easily searchable PDF. Callseeker Plus boasts a host of "extras" including hundreds of Mega Bytes of useful amateur radio software (list available on the website).
Callseeker Plus is really easy to use and requires no installation or disk space. The software runs straight from the CD so you can easily search by callsign, name or location. Navigating through the search results is quick and easy and you can print the results in a variety of formats including straight to an address label. Users will also find callsigns from 9A, DL, EA, ES, F, HA, HB9, I, LX, LY, OE, OH, ON, OZ, SM, SP, SV and Z3. Those wanting to access the "Information" pages of the RSGB Yearbook 2010 can go straight to the PDF from the "extras" button where they will also find all the added software in including the very latest Acrobat Reader 9 program.
Callseeker Plus is a must for every radio amateur who wants an economical choice with lots of software, additional information and data from across Europe.
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RSGB Deluxe Log Book & Diary 2010
More than just a logbook!
Packed with extras the Deluxe Logbook & Diary 2010 is the very latest edition for those requiring more from their Logbook. Ever popular the Deluxe Logbook & Diary contains a wealth of reference information plus a diary. All fully updated you find as the very latest UK Band plans, DXCC prefix list, RSGB QSL Bureau information including the various QSL managers, details of Ofcom, GB2RS, a locator map (and an explanation of how locators work), repeaters, events and a list of major contests - pretty much everything you need to know right at your fingertips. And of course it has a generous amateur radio station log section, so you can record all your contacts.
The Deluxe Log Book & Diary 2010 includes:
· ·2010 events & contests calendar
· Current UK band plans
· European locator map
· Prefix guide
· Repeater listings
· QSL bureau information
· Generous Log section
· 2010 Diary
· Handy lists of abbreviations & codes
And much more
The Deluxe Log Book & Diary 2010 is also the ideal way to neatly record a whole year of activity and store it in attractive way for years to come.
Far more than a standard logbook yet it the same price!
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Wizard - The Life and Times of Nikola Tesla
Biography of a Genius
By Marc J. Seifer
Nikola Tesla was an one of the great inventors and a great mechanical and electrical engineer. He is often described as an important scientist and inventor of the modern age and the man who "shed light over the face of Earth". This book details the many revolutionary contributions in the field of electricity including victory in the "War of Currents".
Tesla's fame rivalled that of any other inventor or scientist in history and he had the SI unit measuring magnetic flux density or magnetic induction named in his honour. His patents and theoretical work formed the basis of AC systems, including the polyphase power and the AC motor. The "Tesla effect" of wireless energy transfer to power electronic devices was demonstrated in 1893 and Tesla even aspired to use wireless intercontinental transmission of industrial level energy in his unfinished Wardenclyffe Tower project. Often credited as the inspiration for robots, radar and much more, Tesla was ultimately ostracised and regarded as a mad scientist. Although, shortly after his death in 1943 the US Supreme court ruled that Tesla was the inventor of radio and that the Marconi patents were invalid.
Based on original material and previously unavailable documents, illustrated with sixteen pages of photographs this acclaimed book is the definitive biography of the man considered by many to be the founding father of modern electrical technology.
Size 226x152mm, paperback, 576 pages, ISBN: 9780 8065 1960 9
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Between Silk and Cyanide
A Code Maker's War 1941-45
By Leo Marks
Leo Marks was until recently known as a poet and playwright, however now he is best known as one of the foremost cryptographers at Bletchley Park during WW2. This book is a detailed account of his time in SOE and is truly one of the great Second World War memoirs.
Between Silk and Cyanide tells how Marks revolutionised the code-making techniques of the Allies and trained some of the famous agents. The story is all here from his arrival in 1942 with a black market chicken tucked under his arm through his time at Bletchley Park. There is a huge amount of detail here including how he had had to come up with new cyphers for SOE when he was horrified to discover that the traffic could be read by the Germans with ease. His novel solution was to use original poems instead as cyphers. Marks also revolutionised the decoding of the 20% of "indecipherables", messages from SOE agents that were sent with the Gestapo on the prowl, that the agent need not risk his life to resend.
At 622 pages this book is a critically acclaimed and detailed autobiography. It is recommended to anyone seeking an account of Bletchley Park or simply a great read.
Size 194x124, paperback, 622 pages, ISBN: 9780 7509 4835 7
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RSGB Embroidered Baseball Cap
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High Fashion Navy RSGB Baseball Cap with stylish red sandwich trim
* Luxury low profile design
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* Red trim on peak
* Classic Navy colour
* Embroidered colour logo
* Structured 6 panel, low profile cap
* Quality antique metal buckle
* Available to RSGB members only
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RSGB Luxury Blue Tie
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This new RSGB tie is made from 100% pure silk. The design features elements of the RSGB logo in an attractive blue, crosshatch finish with a red diamond pattern.
* 100% Pure Silk
* Fully lined
* Embroidered RSGB logo
* Crosshatch and Diamond pattern
* Unique Luxury Design
* Available to RSGB members only
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IOTA Directory
Edited by Roger Balister, G3KMA and Steve Telenius-Lowe, 9M6DXX
Celebrating 45 years of Island collecting
The IOTA Directory is the essential guide to participating in the Islands on the Air (IOTA) award programme. This latest edition builds on the extensive data revision seen in recent years and is fully updated. The complete, official listing of IOTA islands is here, with the many recent changes, as are the award rules. The IOTA Directory is though much more than just a simple list. There are also fascinating reports of IOTA operations in places as far flung as India, Alaska, Tunisia and even Banana Island in Sierra Leone. The IOTA Contest is covered along with details of the latest IOTA Honour roll.
The simple act of collecting QSL cards from the world's multitude of islands has produced the fascinating IOTA programme. A special lead feature celebrates the 45 years of the IOTA programme that is respected around the world as both challenging and rewarding. The IOTA Directory provides everything you need to participate in IOTA, from lists of islands, grouped by continent, and indexed by prefix through to application forms and masses of information and advice for island hunters, award applicants and DXpeditioners alike.
This book contains everything you need to know about IOTA programme and if you are already involved or are just interested, this book is a must have.
Size 210x297mm, 128 pages ISBN 9781-9050-8651-1
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Rig Guide
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Edited by Steve White, G3ZVW
Would you like to know how to avoid paying over the odds when you buy and how to get the best price when you sell amateur radio equipment? If so, the fully updated and revised Rig Guide is the book for you
The RSGB Rig Guide not only provides the current price of the popular commercial amateur radio transceivers, receivers, scanners and linear amplifiers, but the trade-in and second hand prices of them too. You'll find extensive lists of past models from Alinco, Yaesu, Icom, TenTec and Kenwood and many others and we're not just talking about current models. The RSGB Rig Guide includes information on second hand equipment too! With over 300 transceivers, receivers and linear amplifiers covering HF, VHF, UHF, they are all here, with photos and descriptions.
You could easily recoup the cost of the RSGB Rig Guide with your very first purchase or sale by simply knowing how much you ought to pay for an item (or sell). There is though much more in the RSGB Rig Guide. Are you bamboozled by terminology? There are tips for buyers and a guide to selling and trading in that will have you presenting your equipment for sale like a pro. The RSGB Rig Guide tells you to avoid getting lumbered with stolen gear. How to make sure that an item of equipment has all its standard accessories? The RSGB Rig Guide contains a list of the abbreviations used in the descriptions and an explanation of them all. Want to know when an item of equipment was reviewed? There is an index of all equipment reviewed in RadCom since 1990. You will even find a selection of equipment reviews for current models. The RSGB Rig Guide covers that and more, too!
All-in-all the RSGB Rig Guide is the book that can pay you to buy it!
Size: 210x297mm, 96 pages ISBN 9781-9050-8649-8
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abc Civil Aircraft Markings 2009
by Allan S Wright
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From airliners to microlights, this fully comprehensive includes balloons, radio frequencies, airline flight codes and much else. This book provides a complete and exhaustive listing of all aircraft registered in Britain and those overseas airliners likely to be seen in British skies.
The past year has seen considerable change in the aviation industry. Passenger levels have continued to grow, but aviation profitability remains weak with the continuing rise of the budget airlines threatening the margins of the flag carriers. Despite the uncertainties airlines continue to invest significantly in new aircraft. All the additions and deletions to fleets are, as always, carefully recorded in the new 2009 edition of abc Civil Aircraft Markings.
Size: 184x120mm, 432 pages, ISBN 9781 8578 0313 6
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abc Military Aircraft Markings 2009
by Howard J. Curtis
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This book is the comprehensive guide to military aircraft to be seen in Britain's skies.
The RAF and, more generally, for Britain's military aviation has witnessed a dramatic shift in the focus in recent years. Significant commitments remain with roles in the South Atlantic and Afghanistan. The role of air power in the continuing conflict in Iraq remains crucial, both in terms of logistics and in providing air support for British forces on the ground. There are comprehensive listings of RAF aircraft, Royal Navy, the Army Air Corps and the Irish Air Corps. There are listings of European based USAF aircraft and many other air forces seen in the UK. There are even sections covering historic aircraft and military aviation websites etc
This latest edition covers all the latest developments that have affected military aviation throughout the world and will appeal to all aviation enthusiasts.
Size: 184x120mm, 224 pages, ISBN 9781 8578 0312 9
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125 Physics Projects for the Evil Genius
By Jerry Silver
125 Wickedly Fun Ways to Test the Laws of Physics!
This great book is filled with hands-on explorations into physics that can be performed without a formal lab, a large budget, or years of technical experience!
Using easy-to-find parts and tools, 125 Physics Projects for the Evil Genius offers a wide variety of physics experiments you can accomplish on your own. The 125 challenging and fun physics experiments are complete with instructions and helpful illustrations. Topics covered include motion, gravity, energy, sound, light, heat, electricity, and more. Each of the projects in this unique guide includes parameters, a detailed methodology, expected results, and an explanation of why the experiment works.
125 Physics Projects for the Evil Genius is aimed at anyone who is interested in, obsessed with or mildly curious about physics.
Size: 215x273, 352 pages, ISBN 9780 0716 2131 1
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Amateur Radio Exam Secrets
by Alan Betts, G0HIQ
For those who are studying for the UK amateur radio examinations and want more information, then this is the book. Covering all three levels of amateur radio licence Amateur Radio Exam Secrets is designed to extend knowledge and test candidate's comprehension.
Amateur Radio Exam Secrets is divided into the topic areas that align with the Radio Communication Foundation (RCF) Syllabus for amateur radio examinations. Each section is numbered as in the syllabus and has a brief introduction to the material, followed by a number of sample questions. The introductions are designed to remind candidates of the important facts and relevant details. The questions provided are in the same style as the actual examinations and are typical of those candidates will meet. There is a full summary of answers, alongside sample papers for the Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced examinations. You will even find copies of the reference material provided to candidates during their examinations.
Amateur Radio Exam Secrets provides the ideal training course companion for both candidates and tutors. If you are by studying for any level of the amateur radio examination Amateur Radio Exam Secrets provides the ideal revision aid and quick reference book.
Size 297x210 mm, 104 pages, ISBN 9781 9050 8649 1
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ARRL Satellite Handbook
By Steve Ford, WB8IMY
The ARRL Satellite Handbook brings the thrill of satellite communications within your reach. Filled with understandable descriptions and illustrations, this book includes all the tools you need to participate in this exciting field. It's designed to give a broad introduction to the subject, while providing the practical fundamentals you need to explore, track and operate ham radio satellites on your own.
Contents:
** A Brief History of Amateur Radio Satellites
** Satellite Orbits and Tracking
** Satellite Communication Systems
** Your Satellite Ground Station
** Satellite Operating
** Amateur Satellite Projects
Plus, understanding satellite orbits and subsystems by Dr Martin Davidoff, K2UBC
ISBN: 9781-9050-8647-4, Size 210x274mm 232pages
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6 Metre Handbook
Not for nothing is 6 metres (50MHz) known to radio amateurs as the 'Magic Band'. One minute there may be no propagation at all, the next moment the band is full of big signals via Sporadic E. This book, written by well known DXer and 6m enthusiast Don Field, G3XTT, provides an ideal guide to this unique band.
The 6 Metre Handbook is full details of the equipment and antennas used. There is coverage of the basic operating on 'Six'. The practical guide to 6m propagation provides details of long-distance openings that just do not occur on any other frequency band even at the sunspot minimum. Even today these modes of propagation involved are not fully understood. There is information that covers the history of the band and provides a perspective of 6m from around the world. There is even a chapter on the 4m (70MHz) band, which has some similarities with 'Six' but has its own unique characteristics.
There is increasing interest in this band as it is being allocated to the Amateur Service in more countries. The 6 Metre Handbook provides the ideal introduction for those who have yet to experience the fascination of 'Six', while also being the perfect reference book for regulars on the band who are eagerly awaiting the return of the sunspots and the MUF rising high enough to bring back those heady days of F2 propagation.
It is clear that the Magic Band can be both frustrating and highly rewarding and, more than on any other band, you need a good guide book to get the best out of 6m - the 6 Metre Handbook is that book!
ISBN: 9781-9050-8647-4, Size 240x174mm 176pages
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Antennas for VHF and Above
By Ian Poole, G3YWX
The VHF, UHF and microwave bands provide an exciting opportunity for experimentation with antennas. This book from well known author Ian Poole is a fascinating guide to what can be achieved in these bands.
Antenna sizes at these frequencies mean that they do not occupy great amounts of space and most people can experiment with constructing their own antennas. Antennas for VHF and above, provides both the basic theory and constructional details for many antenna designs. Included there are different types of antenna from dipoles to Yagis, and verticals to log-periodic antennas and parabolic reflectors. The reader is taken through the essentials in Ian's easy-to-understand fashion with details of the way the antenna works and the constructional information needed. The reader will also find helpful chapters covering measurements and installation techniques.
Antennas for VHF and above, is a mine of information for anyone wishing to understand or construct antennas for the VHF, UHF and microwave bands. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in antennas, whether a newcomer or experienced hand.
Size 240x174mm, 144 pages ISBN: 9781 9050 8645 0
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Basic Antennas
Understanding Antennas & Design
By Joel R. Hallas, W1ZR
Basic Antennas Understanding Practical Antennas and Designs is a comprehensive introduction to antennas. Providing, basic concepts, practical designs, and details of easy-to-build antennas that really work!
Antennas are one of the most critical elements of a radio system, yet perhaps one of the least understood. Basic Antennas Understanding Practical Antennas and Designs is intended to assist those with a basic knowledge of radio in gaining a working knowledge of the antenna domain. This book is written in an easy to read manner and uses the minimum of mathematical concepts to allow introduction of basic principles. This book contains information on antenna impedance, transmission lines, antenna measurements and even antenna modelling. Readers will find included designs for dipole, reflector, microwave, loop and vehicle antennas. There are also wideband and multi-band antennas, Yagis for HF and VHF, two element arrays and much more.
Simply Basic Antennas Understanding Practical Antennas and Designs provides the ideal foundation in antenna theory and design for everyone interested in antenna construction.
Size: 216x279mm, 216 pages ISBN: 9780-87259-999-4
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World Licensing and Operating Directory
By Steve Telenius-Lowe, 9M6DXX
If you have ever thought of taking your radio on holiday or organising a DXpedition, the World Licensing and Operating Directory is the guide for you. Written by well known DXer Steve Telenius-Lowe, 9M6DXX who has visited 83 DXCC entities and operated from 37 of them, this book has been meticulously researched and has input from nearly 100 contributors. There is all the information you need to get on the air from over 200 countries and territories around the globe.
The World Licensing and Operating Directory is lavishly illustrated throughout with over 230 photographs and maps. There is information on how to obtain an amateur radio licence in almost every country in the world - but this is only part of the story. There is information on organising a DXpedition and "All you wanted to know about licensing (but were afraid to ask)". There is also a major section of the book that provides full details of how to rent more than 75 amateur radio stations around the globe - from Europe to the Pacific and from the Arctic to the Equator! There is a 32-page full-colour section with spectacular photographs of rental stations, including some of the most impressive antenna set-ups in the world.
This unique book will appeal equally to hardened contesters or DXers looking for a competitive station to rent and to those who simply want to complement their family holiday with some amateur radio operation from an unusual location.
ISBN: 9781-9050-8646-7, Size 240x170mm 160pages
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Building Successful HF Antennas
By Peter Dodd, G3LDO
Any metal structure can be made to radiate - to work as an antenna - provided it can be persuaded to accept RF power from a transmitter. But is it working effi ciently? How can it be improved?
Well-known antenna expert Peter Dodd explains what makes an effective HF antenna, how to build one and how to measure its performance. The book deals with real locations, such as small gardens, apartment blocks, lofts, etc and how to obtain optimum performance within the constraints of your location.
The construction of all manner of antennas is described including single and multi-band antennas, with and without the need for an ATU. There are also simple wire antennas, loops alongside beams such as the Quad and Yagi. There are variations on these which use less space. Feeding, matching and tuning are included as well as how to terminate coaxial cable in a variety of plugs. Peter’s construction experience really comes into its own in the chapters on hardware, construction and masts. There is advice on how to check that your antenna is working using a few simple pieces of test equipment.This is quite simply everything you will need to make the best use of your location, and to build a successful HF antenna.
Size 240x174mm, 224 pages, ISBN 9781-9050-8643-6
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International Microwave Handbook - 2nd Edition
Edited by Andy Barter, G8ATD
The microwave bands are a very popular part of the amateur radio spectrum. They provide the space to experiment with many of the modern modes of transmission and, with the availability of high performance components, kits and ready built units, there is ample opportunity for everyone to take advantage of these interesting bands.
The Radio Society of Great Britain (RSGB) in partnership with the American Radio Relay league (ARRL) has produced this second edition of this International Microwave Handbook. As before, this book provides reference information and designs from around the world of microwaves. Material has been drawn from many sources including the RSGB journal RadCom and the ARRL publications QST and QEX. Alongside this, a truly international range of material from radio amateurs has been sourced from countries including Germany, Slovenia, Australia, South Africa, USA, UK and many more.The book contains invaluable reference material for those who want to understand these exciting bands.
The fundamental principles used to design and construct equipment for the microwave bands are all covered. Techniques and devices lead the reader to understand the wide range of modern components and equipment available that can reasonably be used by radio amateurs - these range from those that can be used by most radio amateurs to those that require a high degree of skill.This second edition of International Microwave Handbook has been overhauled and updated to incorporate the many advances that have led to an easier and more cost effective entry onto the microwave bands. For those considering the move to the microwave bands or those already active, this book is the best guide to this exciting area of amateur radio.
Size 240x174mm, 544 pages, ISBN 9781-9050-8644-3
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Shortwave DX Handbook
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By Enrico Stumpf-Siering, DL2VFR
The DX Bible!
This indispensable book is a goldmine for anyone interested in DXing or operating on the HF Bands. Originally published in German the Shortwave DX Handbook is a bestseller that has been expertly translated into English by Martyn Phillips, G3RFX.
Starting from the question "So you want to be a DXer?" and tackling subjects such as how to really listen, pile-up techniques (both on CW and SSB), DX information (Clusters, bulletins, websites, news broadcasts), propagation etc, the Shortwave DX Handbook is full of useful information and techniques for both the newcomer and the experienced DXer. Over 400 pages comprise what must be one of the most comprehensive amateur radio guides ever published. Virtually every conceivable piece of information the HF operator or DXer is ever likely to require is here from "DX etiquette" to "how to". This book also contains extensive appendices covering subjects such as Morse code; English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Russian phonetic alphabets and numbers; NCDXF beacons; IARU Region 1, 2 and 3 band plans; CEPT licensing information; ITU country prefixes; DXCC entities; Russian prefixes and districts; IARU member societies' names, addresses and websites; overseas QSL bureaus and very much more.
Expertly written and compiled this book is the modern reference work for beginners or old hands who chase DX on the HF bands. The Shortwave DX Handbook has its place in every DXer's shack and DXpedition suitcase.
418 pages, 210 x 147mm, paperback ISBN: 3-88692-045-3
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LF Today
a guide to success on 136 and 500kHz
New 2nd Edition
By Mike Dennison, G3XDV and Jim Moritz , M0BMU
The low frequency bands are relatively new to amateur radio. LF Today aims to help you get the most out of operating in this part of the spectrum by passing on the accumulated experience of those who have already found that low frequencies are both challenging and fun.
Based on the experience of the LF experimenters this LF Today provides the reader with a firm knowledge of these frequencies. This edition has been expanded to include the many revisions and updates that reflect the experimental work has been done on the 136kHz band, including gaining a greater understanding of low frequency sky-wave propagation. For the first time there are details of the special research frequencies using low power just above 500kHz. This book includes practical information on antennas, transmitters, receivers and propagation for these experimenters.
Written by the leading authorities on LF, Mike Dennison, G3XDV and Jim Moritz, M0BMU this book is aimed at those who want to try out this fascinating amateur allocation, but it is also of great value to anyone already active on the band. In short, LF Today contains all the information needed to succeed in 136 and 500kHz amateur radio.
ISBN: 9781 9050 8636 8 Size 174x240mm, 160 pages
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Even More
Out Of Thin Air
Even More Out of Thin Air is the successor to Out of Thin Air and More Out of Thin Air, and a collection of antenna reprints of pages from Practical Wireless.
The book is divided into three sections covering HF, VHF/UHF and Theory. The antenna systems featured have been practically proven by their authors and will give you plenty of ideas to try out. Most the HF projects will work on several bands and the emphasis is on antennas that will fit into small gardens. There is a portable 7MHz dipole and a Flat Dweller’s Beam for 14MHz that works on a balcony. All VHF/UHF bands are covered through a range of Yagi, quad, delta loop and Moxon rectangle antennas. There is also a portable dipole and an indoor vertical amongst the practical designs.
Even More Out of Thin Air is a book that provides ideas and solutions for anyone who wants to experiment with antennas.
80 pages, 210 x 297mm
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ARRL Low Power Communication
The Art and Science of QRP
NEW 3rd Edition
by Richard Arland, W3OSS.
Explore the excitement of low-power radio operating (QRP) with ARRL Low Power Communication.
Ask any QRPer, and they'll tell you that less really is more. With a handful of parts, you can build a radio and put it on the air. ARRL Low Power Communication provides the resources you need for getting started and the latest information on advanced QRP techniques. There are guides to kit building, chasing DX, building antennas, propagation theory and much more. This book is a great guide to getting the most out of QRP radio.
Includes:
* Equipment and Station Accessories - commercial gear, kit-building and home-brew
* Antennas - wire beams, loops, dipoles, portable antennas and more
* Operating Strategies - operating techniques, awards, and contesting
* NEW! Emergency Communication - training, planning and other factors
* NEW! Surplus Military Equipment - restoring and using this classic radio hardware.
Plus much more!
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ARRL Low Power Communication also includes the complete assembly manual for the MFJ Cub Transceiver Kit. You'll enjoy countless hours operating this tiny high performance radio. Build the kit in just a few hours, and you'll be working the world with low-power fun!
ISBN: 9780 8725 9104 2 Size 183x227mm, 344 pages
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