The Beginner’s Guide to 11-Metre DX
A practical introduction to listening, calling, exchanging information and learning good operating habits on 11 metres.
Read guide →Practical guides for 11-metre DX, propagation, callsigns, antennas, digital radio and responsible operating. Built for newcomers and experienced operators alike.
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A practical introduction to listening, calling, exchanging information and learning good operating habits on 11 metres.
Read guide →Why 27 MHz sometimes reaches across countries and continents—and why the band can suddenly go quiet.
Read guide →Understand the antenna system, coax, SWR and practical installation choices.
Read guide →A practical guide to identifying stations and understanding prefixes, numbers and suffixes used by different radio communities.
Read guide →Learn what common radio modes mean and why both ends of a contact need compatible settings.
Read guide →An overview of FT8, WSJT-CB and other digital tools, separating software capability from permission to transmit.
Read guide →Simple habits that help everyone share the band and complete clearer, more enjoyable contacts.
Read guide →A good log helps you remember contacts, track DX achievements and share accurate records.
Read guide →A source-led starting point for understanding UK CB use. Always check current rules and equipment requirements.
Read guide →Practical checks for a reliable mobile station, from antenna mounting to power and electrical noise.
Read guide →Use public software-defined radio receivers to explore signals and propagation without transmitting.
Read guide →Celebrate the equipment, magazines, friendships and international contacts that helped shape CB radio culture.
Read guide →A plain-English reference to common radio terms. Meanings can depend on context and service.
Read guide →A curated set of external resources for solar and geomagnetic conditions. Indicators are context, not guarantees.
Read guide →A framework for sharing group nets, special events and DX activity without presenting unverified schedules as facts.
Read guide →A simple path to learning the hobby, radio terminology and joining the DX community responsibly.
Read guide →A safe, methodical checklist for common station problems. Use radio and accessory manuals for model-specific instructions.
Read guide →External sources for further reading.
Radio regulations and software features can change. Follow the linked primary source, check its current date and treat uncertain or member-reported information as unverified until confirmed.