Ham Radio Horizons (a basic introduction)
Getting Started in Ham Radio
Getting Started in VHF
Getting Started in Packet Radio
Getting Started in Amateur Satellites
Getting Started in Contesting
Getting Started in DXing
Awards and Recognitions
Ordering CQ Videos

A brief description of each program follows, with running time in (minutes:seconds) at the end of each listing:

HAM RADIO HORIZONS

- a basic introduction to ham radio, emphasizing the people you can meet and the things you can do as a ham. Includes a glossary of basic "hamspeak" terminology. (1994 CINDY AWARD WINNER; Finalist in The New York Festivals 1993 awards competition; International Television Assn. NJ Awards competition; recommended to public libraries by The Library Journal.) (49:15)

GETTING STARTED IN VHF

- an introduction to the VHF & UHF ham bands, including a "tour" of the bands and the many activities you'll find there. Features extensive instruction on finding and using repeaters, a guide to common features found on many modern rigs, packet radio basics and an introduction to satellites, ATV and weak-signal modes. (1994 HUGO AWARD WINNER; Finalist in The New York Festivals 1994 awards competition, Winner, ITVA New Jersey Award) (52:05)

GETTING STARTED IN HAM RADIO

- a video guide to setting up your first ham station. Includes segments on handheld, mobile, computer and home (HF) stations, basic explanations of repeaters and packet radio, advice on choosing a radio and the basics of good soldering. (56:00)

GETTING STARTED IN PACKET RADIO

- a non-technical guide to setting up and operating a packet station, with the emphasis on operating -- how to tune in signals, make contacts, use packet networks, packet bulletin boards and Packet Cluster. Also includes segment on packet satellites. (Our best-selling title so far.) (44:07)

GETTING STARTED IN AMATEUR SATELLITES

- takes the mystery out of operating ham radio satellites. Introduces viewers to satellite terminology, the different types of satellites available for ham use and the basics of setting up and operating a satellite station. This is the ONLY source for new and prospective satellite operators which includes all of these basics in a single package. (56:39)

GETTING STARTED IN CONTESTING

- Hosted by CQ Magazine Contest Editor John Dorr, K1AR, this program introduces the viewer to ham radio contesting, provides the basics on operating in different types of contests, answers a variety of beginners' questions and offers a glimpse of several championship contest stations in action. (51:01)

GETTING STARTED IN DXING

- Veteran operators share their secrets for successful DXing. Includes discussion of equipment and skills needed for success, a segment on using Packet Cluster as a DX aid, proof that you can work DX with a modest station and -- for the first time on videotape -- "the bite of the DX Bug." (Finalist in 1993 International Television Assn. Golden Reel Awards competition.) (51:50)

Awards Won by CQ Videos

Ham Radio Horizons, CQ's basic introduction to amateur radio, has received wide recognition outside the ham radio community. It was a 1994 CINDY Award winner, a finalist in The New York Festivals 1993 awards competition and the International Television Assn. (ITVA) NJ Awards competition. Plus, it was recommended to public libraries by The Library Journal. These recommendations often influence libraries' purchasing decisions.

Getting Started in VHF won a Silver HUGO Award in 1994 for adult educational programs, the 1994 ITVA New Jersey Award, and was a finalist in The New York Festivals 1994 competition.

Getting Started in DXing was a finalist in the 1993 ITVA International Golden Reel Awards competition.

These awards are your assurance that you are purchasing a quality video product when you purchase a CQ video.

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