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Minimum QRP: Doing more with under five watt amateur radio
Minimum QRP is full of ideas for the radio amateur who wants to get the most from their modest station and antenna. Apply its tested strategies today for more success on the bands, whether you're into portable operating, DX, awards, contests or more. While pitched at the QRPer, those with 100 watts and simple antennas will also find much of interest. It's for a broad audience, including newcomers, the more experienced and those returning to amateur radio.
After touring various facets of QRP, Minimum QRP gives some forthright but often forgotten advice on equipment. Is the commercial, kit or homebrew transceiver you're considering sufficient to give spontaneous contacts almost any time you switch on? This book guides you through the choices out there, with an emphasis on affordable and effective.
Antennas are next. One size and type does not fit all. The right choice depends on location, style of operating and activity patterns in your area. Some suggestions, based on the author's extensive experience of restricted space and portable QRP, are given here.
Some QRPers have suitable equipment and antennas yet don't make as many contacts as they should. Reasons for this can come down to choice of band, understanding local activity and operating technique. Whether you're after DX or a local ragchew, Minimum QRP gives some crafty tips on working the most with the least.
Nearly every aspect of amateur radio can be done with five watts. Indeed QRP can sometimes add to its enjoyment due to simple to construct and lightweight equipment. If you get bored with one facet there's always another. You'll find information on such QRP sub-interests, such as weak signal modes, VHF and pedestrian mobile in this book.
Still not sure? View some of the author's other material at and , With much new content, Minimum QRP consolidates the author's experience in the one reference. With over 200 pages and numerous illustrations it represents excellent value.
After touring various facets of QRP, Minimum QRP gives some forthright but often forgotten advice on equipment. Is the commercial, kit or homebrew transceiver you're considering sufficient to give spontaneous contacts almost any time you switch on? This book guides you through the choices out there, with an emphasis on affordable and effective.
Antennas are next. One size and type does not fit all. The right choice depends on location, style of operating and activity patterns in your area. Some suggestions, based on the author's extensive experience of restricted space and portable QRP, are given here.
Some QRPers have suitable equipment and antennas yet don't make as many contacts as they should. Reasons for this can come down to choice of band, understanding local activity and operating technique. Whether you're after DX or a local ragchew, Minimum QRP gives some crafty tips on working the most with the least.
Nearly every aspect of amateur radio can be done with five watts. Indeed QRP can sometimes add to its enjoyment due to simple to construct and lightweight equipment. If you get bored with one facet there's always another. You'll find information on such QRP sub-interests, such as weak signal modes, VHF and pedestrian mobile in this book.
Still not sure? View some of the author's other material at and , With much new content, Minimum QRP consolidates the author's experience in the one reference. With over 200 pages and numerous illustrations it represents excellent value.
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First published October 7, 2015
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December 28, 2017
This book is a great introduction to QRP
Peter does a great job of bringing you along on a QRP journey with him. If you have an interest in QRP you will get many valuable tips and background info. The book covers so much -- transceivers, frequency agility, simplicity, propagation, band social norms, and much, much more. Peter's style is fun to read as a radio enthusiast. Watch some of his videos on YouTube (search vk3ye) as great supporting material.
Peter does a great job of bringing you along on a QRP journey with him. If you have an interest in QRP you will get many valuable tips and background info. The book covers so much -- transceivers, frequency agility, simplicity, propagation, band social norms, and much, much more. Peter's style is fun to read as a radio enthusiast. Watch some of his videos on YouTube (search vk3ye) as great supporting material.
July 21, 2020
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A informative book on the art of running low power radios for the amateur operator. While experienced ops may skip some sections, nonetheless will find other sections useful. Recommended reading for the dedicated radio amateur.
A 5 star.
A informative book on the art of running low power radios for the amateur operator. While experienced ops may skip some sections, nonetheless will find other sections useful. Recommended reading for the dedicated radio amateur.
A 5 star.
April 1, 2022
Porque es interesante qrp?
Es un muy buen resumen de la actividad qrp. Equipos antenas, frecuencias y modos. Y la experiencia cía de la operación de varios años.
Carlos López Lu1dnh
Es un muy buen resumen de la actividad qrp. Equipos antenas, frecuencias y modos. Y la experiencia cía de la operación de varios años.
Carlos López Lu1dnh
July 17, 2020
A great book on what's possible with QRP. Peter also has some great YouTube videos which are worth a watch.
September 29, 2023
High level of QRP coverage
Antenna discussion is very good. Peter leaves open for the ham to use best operating skills and beneficial operating experiences. Very good book.
Antenna discussion is very good. Peter leaves open for the ham to use best operating skills and beneficial operating experiences. Very good book.
December 31, 2021
I really like this book. It's informative, and although I don't necessarily want nor need to follow all of the suggestions, it gives you a good idea of the range of things out there for QRP.
February 27, 2016
Excellent read, and very informative. Some typos, but this is a first edition. Bought the book cheaply on a large shopping site, and I was instantly thankful that I did. Recommend to anyone interested in the subject. Thanks to the author.
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