Ham Radio DX: A Complete Guide by Lucas L. Ford, W6AER, is a complete guide for Ham Radio Operators looking to work DX, defined as distant stations. Intended for both seasoned hams looking to improve their skills and for beginners alike, this book covers important topics such as how to properly set up a ham radio shack for DX operation, hardware and software recommendations and tips for automation. The author goes into detail about the various operating modes such as CW, phone and digital, with a heavy emphasis on the currently popular HF digital modes. Learn about the various operating awards that are available, QSL procedures, DX operating tips and good operating practices, all to help you become a successful DXer.

This Book Includes the Following Topics:

• DXpeditions & DX Awards Overview

• Getting Past Limitations to DXing

• Focus on 160m to 6m DX

• Blueprint for a DX Station - Hardware

• Radios, Antennas and Everything in Between

• Extensive Coverage of Computers & Requirements

• Ham Radio Software Overview, Focus on DX

• Separate Chapters on CW, Phone and Digital Operating

• How to Bag the DX, Pileup Techniques for all 3 Modes

• FT8: Setup, Operating, Etiquette, Support Software

• Cleaning up your Signal & Dealing with RFI

• How not to be a "Lid"

• Ferrites, Low Band Antennas, Baluns & Grounding

• Dealing with DX Challenges

• When and Where to Work DX & Propagation

• How to QSL, Manually and Digitally

• Designing your QSL Card

• Ham Radio Specific Glossary

• And More!