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ARRL The Doctor is In

Summary: ARRL The Doctor is In is a podcast based on the popular QST magazine column "The Doctor is In." Hosted by QST Editor in Chief Steve Ford, WB8IMY, and columnist Joel Hallas, W1ZR, the podcast is a lively 20-minute discussion of a wide range of technical topics. Sponsored by DX Engineering.

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Podcasts:

 How High is High Enough? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:18:14

How high does your antenna need to be? The Doctor provides the answer.

 Antenna Analyzers | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:18:38

These devices are godsends to anyone who is interested in building their own antennas. Find out why!

 S Units | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:19:16

What is your signal strength meter really telling you? Can you trust it? The Doctor has the answers!

 Keys and Keyers | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:23:30

CW is still one of the most popular communication modes in Amateur Radio. Learn all about the types of Morse code keys in use today, as well as the electronic keyers found in many transceivers.

 Power Supplies | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:21:10

Every Amateur Radio stations needs a power supply, but not all supplies are created equal.

 APRS | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:19:50

APRS -- the Automatic Packet Reporting System -- is about more than tracking the locations of objects.

 Generators | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:24:12

Just in time for ARRL Field Day, a discussion of electric generators!

 The Mystery of Sporadic E | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:20:18

Six meters is often called "The Magic Band" and Sporadic E propagation is one of the reasons why. You never know when it will come into the play, and its strange nature is still not well understood.

 Flea Market Tips | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:25:05

There are terrific bargains in hamfest flea markets, but some real dogs lurk there as well. Here are some valuable shopping tips that may save you some money!

 Optimizing Receiver Performance | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:25:05

There are a number of ways that you can adjust your transceiver for optimum receive performance. Find out how!

 End-Fed Antennas | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:22:09

End-Fed HF antennas are becoming increasingly popular, especially for limited space applications, but how well do they really work? In this episode, the Doctor separates myth from reality.

 Grounding | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:27:44

Discussing grounds for electrical safety, RF problems, and lightning protection. Also, a question about odd SWR readings.

 Speech Equalization, Compression and Processing | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:21:39

With a few adjustments you can not only sound better on the air, your signal may gain a edge that will help you cut through the pileups!

 Remote Antenna Tuners | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:22:17

Not every antenna tuner needs to be inside your station. Some do an even better job outdoors!

 CTCSS, DTMF and More | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:21:09

We uncover a bowl of alphabet soup in this episode, along with some interesting technical history.

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