• How to become a Shortwave listener (SWL) with Fedora Linux and Software

    From Internetado@21:1/5 to All on Wed Jan 18 23:50:34 2023
    Catching signals from others is how we have started communicating as
    human beings. It all started, of course, with our vocal cords. Then we
    moved toÿsmoke signals for long-distance communication. At some point,
    we discovered radio waves and are still using them for contact. This
    article will describe how you can tune in using Fedora Linux and an SDR
    dongle.

    My journey

    I got interested in radio communication as a hobby when I was a kid,
    while my local club, LZ2KRS, was still a thing. I was so excited to be
    able to listen and communicate with people worldwide. It opened a whole
    new world for me. I was living in a communist country back then and
    this was a way to escape just for a bit. It also taught me about ethics
    and technology.

    Year after year my hobby grew and now, in the Internet era with all the
    cool devices you can use, it';s getting even more exciting. So I want
    to show you how to do it with Fedora Linux and a hardware dongle.

    What is Ham Radio

    Amateur Radio (ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings
    people, electronics, and communication together. People use ham radio
    to talk across town, worldwide, or even into space, without the
    Internet or cell phones.

    What's SWLing?

    To broadcast with your ham radio or SDR system, you need to obtain a
    license from a governmental body. But to intercept signals and listen
    to the open communication between two amateur radio stations, you don't
    need one.

    The term SWLing comes from the abbreviation of Short Wave Listener,
    where you listen to stations communicating in the shortwave bands
    between 3 and 30 MHz. This can be used for long-distance communication
    using the ionosphere, a layer of the Earth's atmosphere.

    To get started, you don';t need a license. Still, I recommend getting
    yourself an SWL sign to identify yourself in a listening contest. These
    are competitions for categories like who will discover the most
    connections in a month or who can listen to contacts from each country
    in the world.ÿ

    How to get an SWL Sign?

    There are two options:

    Contact your national radio club and ask them to issue one for you. I
    got my Czech one, OK1-36568, after a few weeks.Join theÿShort Wave
    Amateur Radio Listeningÿcommunity and request a sign there.

    You will get more information and help from either of these locations
    if you get stuck in some fashion!ÿ

    QSL Cards

    You can also use your sign to send QSL cards via post or
    electronically. This is a great way to communicate with people
    worldwide and make friends.

    Per Wikipedia,ÿAÿQSL cardÿis a written confirmation of either a two-way radio communication between two amateur radio or citizens band
    stations; a one-way reception of a signal from an AM radio, FM radio, television, or shortwave broadcasting station; or the reception of a
    two-way radio communication by a third party listener (in our case).

    A typical QSL card is the same size and made from the same material as
    a regular postcard; most are sent through snail mail.

    Replace the radio receiver with your Fedora Linux.

    The focal point of the ham radio hobby is the radio
    transmitter/receiver. Most of the time, enthusiasts build their radio
    from scratch, but this differs from what I will write about here.

    SDR

    A software-defined radio (SDR) system is a radio communication system
    that uses software for the modulation and demodulation of radio
    signals. In other words, a piece of hardware and software takes the
    place of a radio transmitter/receiver. This helps you discover more in
    a way that you are familiar with - a User Interface with built-in
    functions instead of the limited interface of a radio receiver.

    My explanation oversimplifies things, so if you want to go deep and
    read more about SDR, here is an excellent start.

    SDR Set Up under Fedora Linux

    Choosing the proper hardware

    If you search the Internet for an SDR dongle, you'll find tons of ideas depending on your budget. In this tutorial, I'll work with the one I
    have, which works well under Fedora 37 - it is available from Nooelec.

    A note: The dongle covers frequencies from 25MHz to 1750MHz, which
    doesn't cover the Short Wave bands. You would need an additional device
    to listen to them. This is included in the package I linked above. Some
    other hardware providers offer all-in-one products.

    Check if the dongle is visible

    Before installing anything, detect whether Fedora Linux recognizes
    your USB dongle. I hope you didn't buy a fake one :-). Use the
    following command to list the USB devices on your system.

    lsusb

    One of the output lines (in the case of Nooelec) should be

    Realtek Semiconductor Corp. RTL2838 DVB-T

    Now proceed by installing the software you need

    Fedora offers a set of tools and drivers packaged as a group. Even
    though you would not use all the components in this package from the
    beginning, I recommend installing it. You'll have more software to play
    with.

    sudo dnf group install 'Electronic Lab'

    I advise you to explore what's in the group by running this command:

    sudo dnf group info 'Electronic Lab'

    Now check if you have everything set up correctly by running:

    rtl_test

    You should see something like this:

    Do not forget to kill this process because the device will be busy and
    cannot be used in the next step. A simple Ctrl + c works.

    Gqrx

    You have the dongle already in your device's USB port and all the
    software you need to get started.

    ÿNow it's time to intercept your first signal. Start the program called
    Gqrx. Don't be alarmed by the strange interface. You'll get used to it.

    Configure the I/O Device Screen

    From the "Device" Dropdown, select the 'RealtekRTL2838...'

    Leave the rest untouched for the moment.

    If you don't see your device there, click the "Device Scan" button at
    the bottom of the screen.

    When your device is selected, click "OK" and the dialogue will close.

    Configure the frequency screen

    Before you start intercepting signals, ensure there is something out
    there that proves that everything works correctly. Since the dongle
    covers the FM radio band as well, do this:

    Locate your favorite radio station's frequency. Mine is 105MHZ

    Set it in the Frequency field

    Select WFM (stereo) in the "Mode" dropdown. If you don't do this, you
    will not hear a sound.

    Play

    And now, you need to start the reception by clicking the "play button"
    in your main menu. You will see the frequency visualized like this:

    If you hear a sound, everything is ready to move to the next step.

    If you don';t hear anything, check if everything is set up correctly.
    You may ask a questions in the comments for this article; I can direct
    you to the proper forum to solve this.

    Feel free to play with some more FM broadcasts. You have the antenna
    for it in your pack.

    Let's go Short Wave

    In the case of the Nooelec, you need to add one more device to the USB
    dongle and turn it on. Instructions on how to do that are included in
    the package you receive.

    In short, you plug the "Up Converter" into your USB dongle and make
    sure the switch is in the "convert" position. Some videos are available
    on how to do it if you get stuck.

    You will need an antenna and a good location

    Now things get trickier. If you live in an area where you don't see an
    open space out your window or other buildings surround your building,
    you might have trouble catching a Short Wave radio amateur signal.ÿ

    Let's try this to see if it works

    Try to be in the open. I usually listen from my terrace, which could be
    better but works under particular conditions.

    Apart from the hardware, you would need a long wire to act as your
    antenna. Try the antenna that comes with the hardware initially - the telescoping one from Nooelec, but it will catch only powerful signals.

    Let';s go back to Gqrx
    Now with the converter, you need to make some changes to your device
    screen:

    Please note the -125Mhz for the LNB LO field. This is required for the
    Up Converter to work.

    Tune your frequency to 14.100 Mhz and make sure your Mode is USB
    (standing for Upper sideband) because this is this band's main
    demodulation option.

    Then go to your FFT Settings screen, use the zoom slider, and set it to
    see about 100 kHz. In our case, you should have between 14.05 to 14.15
    Mhz on your screen.

    Also, click the "Enable Band Plan" to see the information about the SW
    bands you are exploring.

    Then hit the play button and start exploring the space between 14.0 and
    14.3 Mhz to get any amateur radio transmission.

    When intercepting a transmission, adjust your settings to improve your listening experience. It's a journey that you have already started.

    Most probably, you will hear something like this:

    "CQ CQ CQ this is ..(followed by the radio license number spelled with
    the ham radio phonetic alphabet).

    Listen very carefully, and by the call sign, you will be able to
    determine the location of the radio amateurs country.

    You can visit the QRZCQ websiteÿto learn more about them and even send
    them a QSL card confirming their connection.

    Keep the momentum going.

    Now you have some tools and ideas for starting Short Wave Listening.

    This is the first step of an incredible and exciting journey you can
    have together with your Fedora Linux OS.

    You will discover the pleasure of building your antenna for the
    specific band, reading more about how the ionosphere helps, how to be a
    part of a listening competition, and what those Q-codes mean.

    73

    https://fedoramagazine.org/how-to-become-a-shortwave-listener-swl-with-fedora-linux-and-software-defined-radio/
    --
    [s]
    Internetado.
    --- You can't judge a book by its movie.

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  • From MAGA@21:1/5 to Internetado on Mon Jan 23 19:31:44 2023
    "Internetado" <internetado@bbs.alt119.net> wrote in news:63C8AFE7.79263.rec25015@bbs.alt119.net:

    Catching signals from others is how we have started communicating as
    human beings. It all started, of course, with our vocal cords. Then we
    moved toÿsmoke signals for long-distance communication. At some point,
    we discovered radio waves and are still using them for contact. This
    article will describe how you can tune in using Fedora Linux and an SDR dongle.

    My journey

    I got interested in radio communication as a hobby when I was a kid,
    while my local club, LZ2KRS, was still a thing. I was so excited to be
    able to listen and communicate with people worldwide. It opened a whole
    new world for me. I was living in a communist country back then and
    this was a way to escape just for a bit. It also taught me about ethics
    and technology.

    Year after year my hobby grew and now, in the Internet era with all the
    cool devices you can use, it';s getting even more exciting. So I want
    to show you how to do it with Fedora Linux and a hardware dongle.

    What is Ham Radio

    Amateur Radio (ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings
    people, electronics, and communication together. People use ham radio
    to talk across town, worldwide, or even into space, without the
    Internet or cell phones.

    What's SWLing?

    To broadcast with your ham radio or SDR system, you need to obtain a
    license from a governmental body. But to intercept signals and listen
    to the open communication between two amateur radio stations, you don't
    need one.

    The term SWLing comes from the abbreviation of Short Wave Listener,
    where you listen to stations communicating in the shortwave bands
    between 3 and 30 MHz. This can be used for long-distance communication
    using the ionosphere, a layer of the Earth's atmosphere.

    To get started, you don';t need a license. Still, I recommend getting yourself an SWL sign to identify yourself in a listening contest. These
    are competitions for categories like who will discover the most
    connections in a month or who can listen to contacts from each country
    in the world.ÿ

    How to get an SWL Sign?

    There are two options:

    Contact your national radio club and ask them to issue one for you. I
    got my Czech one, OK1-36568, after a few weeks.Join theÿShort Wave
    Amateur Radio Listeningÿcommunity and request a sign there.

    You will get more information and help from either of these locations
    if you get stuck in some fashion!ÿ

    QSL Cards

    You can also use your sign to send QSL cards via post or
    electronically. This is a great way to communicate with people
    worldwide and make friends.

    Per Wikipedia,ÿAÿQSL cardÿis a written confirmation of either a
    two-way radio communication between two amateur radio or citizens band stations; a one-way reception of a signal from an AM radio, FM radio, television, or shortwave broadcasting station; or the reception of a
    two-way radio communication by a third party listener (in our case).

    A typical QSL card is the same size and made from the same material as
    a regular postcard; most are sent through snail mail.

    Replace the radio receiver with your Fedora Linux.

    The focal point of the ham radio hobby is the radio
    transmitter/receiver. Most of the time, enthusiasts build their radio
    from scratch, but this differs from what I will write about here.

    SDR

    A software-defined radio (SDR) system is a radio communication system
    that uses software for the modulation and demodulation of radio
    signals. In other words, a piece of hardware and software takes the
    place of a radio transmitter/receiver. This helps you discover more in
    a way that you are familiar with - a User Interface with built-in
    functions instead of the limited interface of a radio receiver.

    My explanation oversimplifies things, so if you want to go deep and
    read more about SDR, here is an excellent start.

    SDR Set Up under Fedora Linux

    Choosing the proper hardware

    If you search the Internet for an SDR dongle, you'll find tons of ideas depending on your budget. In this tutorial, I'll work with the one I
    have, which works well under Fedora 37 - it is available from Nooelec.

    A note: The dongle covers frequencies from 25MHz to 1750MHz, which
    doesn't cover the Short Wave bands. You would need an additional device
    to listen to them. This is included in the package I linked above. Some
    other hardware providers offer all-in-one products.

    Check if the dongle is visible

    Before installing anything, detect whether Fedora Linux recognizes
    your USB dongle. I hope you didn't buy a fake one :-). Use the
    following command to list the USB devices on your system.

    lsusb

    One of the output lines (in the case of Nooelec) should be

    Realtek Semiconductor Corp. RTL2838 DVB-T

    Now proceed by installing the software you need

    Fedora offers a set of tools and drivers packaged as a group. Even
    though you would not use all the components in this package from the beginning, I recommend installing it. You'll have more software to play
    with.

    sudo dnf group install 'Electronic Lab'

    I advise you to explore what's in the group by running this command:

    sudo dnf group info 'Electronic Lab'

    Now check if you have everything set up correctly by running:

    rtl_test

    You should see something like this:

    Do not forget to kill this process because the device will be busy and
    cannot be used in the next step. A simple Ctrl + c works.

    Gqrx

    You have the dongle already in your device's USB port and all the
    software you need to get started.

    ÿNow it's time to intercept your first signal. Start the program called Gqrx. Don't be alarmed by the strange interface. You'll get used to it.

    Configure the I/O Device Screen

    From the "Device" Dropdown, select the 'RealtekRTL2838...'

    Leave the rest untouched for the moment.

    If you don't see your device there, click the "Device Scan" button at
    the bottom of the screen.

    When your device is selected, click "OK" and the dialogue will close.

    Configure the frequency screen

    Before you start intercepting signals, ensure there is something out
    there that proves that everything works correctly. Since the dongle
    covers the FM radio band as well, do this:

    Locate your favorite radio station's frequency. Mine is 105MHZ

    Set it in the Frequency field

    Select WFM (stereo) in the "Mode" dropdown. If you don't do this, you
    will not hear a sound.

    Play

    And now, you need to start the reception by clicking the "play button"
    in your main menu. You will see the frequency visualized like this:

    If you hear a sound, everything is ready to move to the next step.

    If you don';t hear anything, check if everything is set up correctly.
    You may ask a questions in the comments for this article; I can direct
    you to the proper forum to solve this.

    Feel free to play with some more FM broadcasts. You have the antenna
    for it in your pack.

    Let's go Short Wave

    In the case of the Nooelec, you need to add one more device to the USB dongle and turn it on. Instructions on how to do that are included in
    the package you receive.

    In short, you plug the "Up Converter" into your USB dongle and make
    sure the switch is in the "convert" position. Some videos are available
    on how to do it if you get stuck.

    You will need an antenna and a good location

    Now things get trickier. If you live in an area where you don't see an
    open space out your window or other buildings surround your building,
    you might have trouble catching a Short Wave radio amateur signal.ÿ

    Let's try this to see if it works

    Try to be in the open. I usually listen from my terrace, which could be better but works under particular conditions.

    Apart from the hardware, you would need a long wire to act as your
    antenna. Try the antenna that comes with the hardware initially - the telescoping one from Nooelec, but it will catch only powerful signals.

    Let';s go back to Gqrx
    Now with the converter, you need to make some changes to your device
    screen:

    Please note the -125Mhz for the LNB LO field. This is required for the
    Up Converter to work.

    Tune your frequency to 14.100 Mhz and make sure your Mode is USB
    (standing for Upper sideband) because this is this band's main
    demodulation option.

    Then go to your FFT Settings screen, use the zoom slider, and set it to
    see about 100 kHz. In our case, you should have between 14.05 to 14.15
    Mhz on your screen.

    Also, click the "Enable Band Plan" to see the information about the SW
    bands you are exploring.

    Then hit the play button and start exploring the space between 14.0 and
    14.3 Mhz to get any amateur radio transmission.

    When intercepting a transmission, adjust your settings to improve your listening experience. It's a journey that you have already started.

    Most probably, you will hear something like this:

    "CQ CQ CQ this is ..(followed by the radio license number spelled with
    the ham radio phonetic alphabet).

    Listen very carefully, and by the call sign, you will be able to
    determine the location of the radio amateurs country.

    You can visit the QRZCQ websiteÿto learn more about them and even send
    them a QSL card confirming their connection.

    Keep the momentum going.

    Now you have some tools and ideas for starting Short Wave Listening.

    This is the first step of an incredible and exciting journey you can
    have together with your Fedora Linux OS.

    You will discover the pleasure of building your antenna for the
    specific band, reading more about how the ionosphere helps, how to be a
    part of a listening competition, and what those Q-codes mean.

    73

    https://fedoramagazine.org/how-to-become-a-shortwave-listener-swl-with-fe dora-linux-and-software-defined-radio/


    Why not just buy a shortwave radio?

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  • From Julian Macassey@21:1/5 to M@GA.MAGA on Fri Jan 27 12:49:15 2023
    On Mon, 23 Jan 2023 19:31:44 GMT, Bottom posting clown
    <M@GA.MAGA> wrote:
    "Internetado" <internetado@bbs.alt119.net> wrote in news:63C8AFE7.79263.rec25015@bbs.alt119.net:

    254 un needed lines deleted
    https://fedoramagazine.org/how-to-become-a-shortwave-listener-swl-with-fe
    dora-linux-and-software-defined-radio/


    Why not just buy a shortwave radio?

    Why not learn how to edit your posts?

    Note: an SDR dongle is usually much cheaper than a shortwave radio.

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  • From MAGA@21:1/5 to All on Fri Jan 27 22:36:05 2023
    Julian MacASSHOLE <julian@CryBaby.com> whined in news:slrntt7i2b.advq.julian@n6are.com:


    On Mon, 23 Jan 2023 19:31:44 GMT, Bottom posting clown
    <M@GA.MAGA> wrote:

    "Internetado" <internetado@bbs.alt119.net> wrote in
    news:63C8AFE7.79263.rec25015@bbs.alt119.net:

    Catching signals from others is how we have started communicating as
    human beings. It all started, of course, with our vocal cords. Then we
    moved toÿsmoke signals for long-distance communication. At some point,
    we discovered radio waves and are still using them for contact. This
    article will describe how you can tune in using Fedora Linux and an SDR
    dongle.

    My journey

    I got interested in radio communication as a hobby when I was a kid,
    while my local club, LZ2KRS, was still a thing. I was so excited to be
    able to listen and communicate with people worldwide. It opened a whole
    new world for me. I was living in a communist country back then and
    this was a way to escape just for a bit. It also taught me about ethics
    and technology.

    Year after year my hobby grew and now, in the Internet era with all the
    cool devices you can use, it';s getting even more exciting. So I want
    to show you how to do it with Fedora Linux and a hardware dongle.

    What is Ham Radio

    Amateur Radio (ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings
    people, electronics, and communication together. People use ham radio
    to talk across town, worldwide, or even into space, without the
    Internet or cell phones.

    What's SWLing?

    To broadcast with your ham radio or SDR system, you need to obtain a
    license from a governmental body. But to intercept signals and listen
    to the open communication between two amateur radio stations, you don't
    need one.

    The term SWLing comes from the abbreviation of Short Wave Listener,
    where you listen to stations communicating in the shortwave bands
    between 3 and 30 MHz. This can be used for long-distance communication
    using the ionosphere, a layer of the Earth's atmosphere.

    To get started, you don';t need a license. Still, I recommend getting
    yourself an SWL sign to identify yourself in a listening contest. These
    are competitions for categories like who will discover the most
    connections in a month or who can listen to contacts from each country
    in the world.ÿ

    How to get an SWL Sign?

    There are two options:

    Contact your national radio club and ask them to issue one for you. I
    got my Czech one, OK1-36568, after a few weeks.Join theÿShort Wave
    Amateur Radio Listeningÿcommunity and request a sign there.

    You will get more information and help from either of these locations
    if you get stuck in some fashion!ÿ

    QSL Cards

    You can also use your sign to send QSL cards via post or
    electronically. This is a great way to communicate with people
    worldwide and make friends.

    Per Wikipedia,ÿAÿQSL cardÿis a written confirmation of either a
    two-way radio communication between two amateur radio or citizens band
    stations; a one-way reception of a signal from an AM radio, FM radio,
    television, or shortwave broadcasting station; or the reception of a
    two-way radio communication by a third party listener (in our case).

    A typical QSL card is the same size and made from the same material as
    a regular postcard; most are sent through snail mail.

    Replace the radio receiver with your Fedora Linux.

    The focal point of the ham radio hobby is the radio
    transmitter/receiver. Most of the time, enthusiasts build their radio
    from scratch, but this differs from what I will write about here.

    SDR

    A software-defined radio (SDR) system is a radio communication system
    that uses software for the modulation and demodulation of radio
    signals. In other words, a piece of hardware and software takes the
    place of a radio transmitter/receiver. This helps you discover more in
    a way that you are familiar with - a User Interface with built-in
    functions instead of the limited interface of a radio receiver.

    My explanation oversimplifies things, so if you want to go deep and
    read more about SDR, here is an excellent start.

    SDR Set Up under Fedora Linux

    Choosing the proper hardware

    If you search the Internet for an SDR dongle, you'll find tons of ideas
    depending on your budget. In this tutorial, I'll work with the one I
    have, which works well under Fedora 37 - it is available from Nooelec.

    A note: The dongle covers frequencies from 25MHz to 1750MHz, which
    doesn't cover the Short Wave bands. You would need an additional device
    to listen to them. This is included in the package I linked above. Some
    other hardware providers offer all-in-one products.

    Check if the dongle is visible

    Before installing anything, detect whether Fedora Linux recognizes
    your USB dongle. I hope you didn't buy a fake one :-). Use the
    following command to list the USB devices on your system.

    lsusb

    One of the output lines (in the case of Nooelec) should be

    Realtek Semiconductor Corp. RTL2838 DVB-T

    Now proceed by installing the software you need

    Fedora offers a set of tools and drivers packaged as a group. Even
    though you would not use all the components in this package from the
    beginning, I recommend installing it. You'll have more software to play
    with.

    sudo dnf group install 'Electronic Lab'

    I advise you to explore what's in the group by running this command:

    sudo dnf group info 'Electronic Lab'

    Now check if you have everything set up correctly by running:

    rtl_test

    You should see something like this:

    Do not forget to kill this process because the device will be busy and
    cannot be used in the next step. A simple Ctrl + c works.

    Gqrx

    You have the dongle already in your device's USB port and all the
    software you need to get started.

    ÿNow it's time to intercept your first signal. Start the program
    called
    Gqrx. Don't be alarmed by the strange interface. You'll get used to it.

    Configure the I/O Device Screen

    From the "Device" Dropdown, select the 'RealtekRTL2838...'

    Leave the rest untouched for the moment.

    If you don't see your device there, click the "Device Scan" button at
    the bottom of the screen.

    When your device is selected, click "OK" and the dialogue will close.

    Configure the frequency screen

    Before you start intercepting signals, ensure there is something out
    there that proves that everything works correctly. Since the dongle
    covers the FM radio band as well, do this:

    Locate your favorite radio station's frequency. Mine is 105MHZ

    Set it in the Frequency field

    Select WFM (stereo) in the "Mode" dropdown. If you don't do this, you
    will not hear a sound.

    Play

    And now, you need to start the reception by clicking the "play button"
    in your main menu. You will see the frequency visualized like this:

    If you hear a sound, everything is ready to move to the next step.

    If you don';t hear anything, check if everything is set up correctly.
    You may ask a questions in the comments for this article; I can direct
    you to the proper forum to solve this.

    Feel free to play with some more FM broadcasts. You have the antenna
    for it in your pack.

    Let's go Short Wave

    In the case of the Nooelec, you need to add one more device to the USB
    dongle and turn it on. Instructions on how to do that are included in
    the package you receive.

    In short, you plug the "Up Converter" into your USB dongle and make
    sure the switch is in the "convert" position. Some videos are available
    on how to do it if you get stuck.

    You will need an antenna and a good location

    Now things get trickier. If you live in an area where you don't see an
    open space out your window or other buildings surround your building,
    you might have trouble catching a Short Wave radio amateur signal.ÿ

    Let's try this to see if it works

    Try to be in the open. I usually listen from my terrace, which could be
    better but works under particular conditions.

    Apart from the hardware, you would need a long wire to act as your
    antenna. Try the antenna that comes with the hardware initially - the
    telescoping one from Nooelec, but it will catch only powerful signals.

    Let';s go back to Gqrx
    Now with the converter, you need to make some changes to your device
    screen:

    Please note the -125Mhz for the LNB LO field. This is required for the
    Up Converter to work.

    Tune your frequency to 14.100 Mhz and make sure your Mode is USB
    (standing for Upper sideband) because this is this band's main
    demodulation option.

    Then go to your FFT Settings screen, use the zoom slider, and set it to
    see about 100 kHz. In our case, you should have between 14.05 to 14.15
    Mhz on your screen.

    Also, click the "Enable Band Plan" to see the information about the SW
    bands you are exploring.

    Then hit the play button and start exploring the space between 14.0 and
    14.3 Mhz to get any amateur radio transmission.

    When intercepting a transmission, adjust your settings to improve your
    listening experience. It's a journey that you have already started.

    Most probably, you will hear something like this:

    "CQ CQ CQ this is ..(followed by the radio license number spelled with
    the ham radio phonetic alphabet).

    Listen very carefully, and by the call sign, you will be able to
    determine the location of the radio amateurs country.

    You can visit the QRZCQ websiteÿto learn more about them and even send
    them a QSL card confirming their connection.

    Keep the momentum going.

    Now you have some tools and ideas for starting Short Wave Listening.

    This is the first step of an incredible and exciting journey you can
    have together with your Fedora Linux OS.

    You will discover the pleasure of building your antenna for the
    specific band, reading more about how the ionosphere helps, how to be a
    part of a listening competition, and what those Q-codes mean.

    73

    https://fedoramagazine.org/how-to-become-a-shortwave-listener-swl-with-
    fe
    dora-linux-and-software-defined-radio/


    Why not just buy a shortwave radio?




    Why not learn how to edit your posts?

    Note: an SDR dongle is usually much cheaper than a shortwave radio.



    So, you're another one of those whiney cheap-ass SWL's. We don't get
    too many cheap-ass retards like you stopping in here.

    Nice to meet you Julian.

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  • From Julian Macassey@21:1/5 to MAGA on Mon Feb 13 13:06:38 2023
    On Fri, 27 Jan 2023 22:36:05 GMT, MAGA <M@GA.MAGA> wrote:
    Julian MacASSHOLE <julian@CryBaby.com> whined in news:slrntt7i2b.advq.julian@n6are.com:

    There's a clue here Mr. Make America Gay Again who doesn't
    have the balls to post is e-mail addr.


    On Mon, 23 Jan 2023 19:31:44 GMT, Bottom posting clown
    <M@GA.MAGA> wrote:

    Why not learn how to edit your posts?

    Note: an SDR dongle is usually much cheaper than a shortwave radio.



    296 redundant lines deleted.

    So, you're another one of those whiney cheap-ass SWL's. We don't get
    too many cheap-ass retards like you stopping in here.

    I am not so retarded that I can't read a post and can't edit
    properly on usenet.


    Nice to meet you Julian.

    One day, you might meet me.

    --
    "If there is no justice for the people. Let there be no peace for
    the government" -Emiliano Zapata

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