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How to Make the Best Use of a Shortwave Radio

Modern communications tie the nations of the world together. A few minutes a day spent tuning in the shortwave radio bands can be entertaining and enlightening.

Things You'll Need

Morse Code Books Or CDs
Area Maps
Antenna Coaxes
Dipole Antennas
Ground Wires
Headphones
Shortwave Radio Receivers
Copper Rods
UTC Clocks
Morse-code Instruction Software
Aluminum Push-up Pole
Phillips Screwdrivers
Cable Ties
Copper Wire
Electric Drill/assorted Bits
Electrical Testers
Nut Drivers
Pulleys
Slotted Screwdrivers
Solder
Soldering Guns/irons
Wire Nippers
Wire-insulation Strippers

Instructions

- 1
  Select, purchase and install a shortwave radio.
- 2
  Install an antenna that you purchase or build.
- 3
  Invite children to listen and learn about the world.
- 4
  Track signals and help your family learn geography.
- 5
  Develop a familiarity with other cultures.
- 6
  Get a different viewpoint on news and political happenings.
- 7
  Scan the bands for the latest information following natural disasters or political upheavals.
- 8
  Use a foreign language broadcast as a language tutor.
- 9
  Listen on the ham-radio bands to learn Morse code.

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