A shortwave radio kit can receive messages in the HF (High Frequency), VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) wavelengths. You can also use a type of shortwave radio kit called a transceiver to transmit as well as receive radio messages .
Read moreHow far can shortwave reach?
Shortwave radio travels much farther than broadcast FM (88–108 MHz). Shortwave broadcasts can be easily transmitted over a distance of several thousand miles , including from one continent to another.
Read moreWhat shortwave frequencies are best at night?
In general, the bands with frequencies below 13000 KHz (13mhz) are better at night and the bands with frequencies above 13000 KHz (13mhz) are best during the day.
Read moreWhat is the difference between ham radio and shortwave?
If you have never listened to shortwave radio, you are missing out on unique programming from all over the world. Ham radios, on the other hand, offer more than just tuning into programs, but the ability to communicate through two-way radio services . Browse more to know about what is shortwave radio.
Read moreWhat’s the difference between longwave and shortwave radio?
Shortwave and longwave radiation interacts with the earth and atmosphere in different ways. Shortwave radiation (visible light) contains a lot of energy; longwave radiation (infrared light) contains less energy than shortwave radiation (shortwave radiation has a shorter wavelength than longwave radation).
Read moreWhat is MW and LW?
AM, which stands for Amplitude Modulation (AM) is the oldest radio broadcasting system in the UK. The term AM is commonly used to cover both Medium Wave (MW) and Long Wave (LW). All AM radio stations broadcast in mono.
Read moreWhat is MW on a radio?
Medium wave (MW) is the part of the medium frequency (MF) radio band used mainly for AM radio broadcasting. The spectrum provides about 120 channels with more limited sound quality than FM stations on the FM broadcast band.
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