Phonetics refer to a system of representing spoken language using a set of standardized words, phrases, or code words that represent individual letters or sounds. These standardized words or codes are used to improve the clarity of communication when speaking over the radio or telephone, especially in situations where the audio quality may be poor […]
In ham radio and other forms of radio communication, “prowords” are specific words or phrases that have standardized meanings and are used to facilitate clear and efficient communication. These prowords are an essential part of radio etiquette and help ensure that messages are transmitted and received accurately. Here’s why prowords are used and some examples: […]
How to read a signal Reading a signal, or determining what number to assign a signal report is made up of two parts, Readability and Signal Strength. Readability refers to how well you can hear the signal. This is how understandable (clear) the speech or tones (cw) are. For example, is the signal crystal clear […]
