There are about 3 million amateur radio stations in the world. This figure only represents the number of stations which are actually in operation. It is no exageration to say that there is an amateur radio station in virtually every part of the world, the only exceptions being uninhabited regions.

*approx figures

The number of amateur radio stations in Japan is almost half of the total. It is truly amazing how amateur radio communications has gained popularity in Japan and also these Amateurs build their nation into an economic super power.

 

Analog Uplink: 145.920 MHz FM (PL - 67Hz)

Analog Downlink: 435.300 MHz FM

Digital Uplink:      145.860 MHz 9600 bps, AX.25

Digital Downlink:  435.150 MHz 9600 bps, AX.25

All you need is a dual bander ie. VHF/UHF capable equipment ( a handy or a base). You can even use two rigs one as a TX on VHF and the other as an RX on UHF or vice-versa.

 

 

 

                  "Everything you need to know about Amateur Satellites"

               Stay tuned to the world of Amateur Satellites, know more about HAMSAT(VUSAT) and catch up with the latest on this space. We help you get updated and keep in pace with everything you wanna know about amateur satellites.

So what are you waiting for? Get the latest amateur radio call book and keep yourself updated. To buy, you need to drop in at IIH Club Station anytime between 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM on week days or just send us your orders and we shall send it to you by VPP.

India's first amateur radio satellite is now in orbit. Blasted off into space from the Sri Hari kota Launch Range onboard ISRO's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV C6) along with co-passenger Cartosat I, hamsat is now moving around 632 x 621 km high polar orbit with an inclination of 97.8 deg with respect to the equator. President of India, Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, witnessed the launch from the Mission Control Centre. The entire ham fraternity is thankful to the former chairman of ISRO Dr. K.Kasturirangan [MP (Rajyasabha)] and Dr.Madhavan Nair (Chairman of ISRO). We also congratulate the entire hamsat project team for the successfull launch of the satellite in space.

 

Hamsat has two transponders, an Indian and a dutch transponder. The Indian transponder was developed by the ISRO and the Dutch transponder was made by William Leijenaar (PE1RAH). The number of Hams using hamsat are increasing day by day.

PSLV C6 Successfully Launches CARTOSAT-1 and HAMSAT on May 5th 2005 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at 10:15 AM.

 
1. HAM RADIO CLASSES
(Next batch starts on Nov 26th 2011)

Programme: 

        - Introduction to Ham Radio

        - Basic Electronics  (Only Theory)

        - Rules, Regulations & Operating Procedures of Ham Radio

        - Live demonstration on Ham Radio

Fees:  Rs. 1500/- (Students / Non-working citizens Rs.1200/-) includes membership, examination fee and study materials

Eligibility: 12 years and above (Indian Citizens only)

Requirements: 1) Four Passport size photos

                      2) Date of birth certificate (Copy of SSLC Marks card, Passport, Affidavit,

                          Certificate from school principal stating date of birth as per the records). No

                          other documents are valid for examination.

                               Saturdays - Dec 3rd, 10th and 17th (btwn 6 pm to 8 pm)

                               Sundays - Dec 4th, 11th and 18th (btwn 10.30 am to 12.30 pm)

Examination : For this batch will be conducted during January 2012 by the Ministry of Communication and I.T., Government of India for grant of HAM (Amateur) Radio Operating license.

 

Programme: - Introduction to basic electronics and components

        - PCB Design, etching, drilling and assembly

        - Assembly of electronic gadgets.

Eligibility: 12 Years and above.

Fees:  Rs. 1500/- per candidate

        (includes study materials and take home project materials)

Workshop days: Three Sundays ( 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

 
The Amateur Radio Messaging Server (RMS)- Gateway station was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Shri B.M.Baveja, VU2BMB, Group Coordinator & Senior Director, Department of Information Technology, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Government of India at Indian Institute of Hams (IIH), Bangalore on Wednesday, 6th July 2011.

For more info, refer the News section

 
Festival of Hams (Amateur Radio Operators) “HAMFEST INDIA 2011” will be held on 10th and 11th December 2011 at KOCHIN.  Details log on to  www.hamfestindia2011.com

 

IIH will be conducting practical workshop on SOFTWARE DEFINED RADIO (SDR).

It is 7 Mhz (7.000 to 7.100 Khz) receiver (Amateur Radio Band).  Any IIH member interested to assemble can enroll for this unique workshop.  Workshop will be conducted by Mr Ramprabhu , VU2DEV  Trustee & Technical Adviser, ofcourse  veteran Ham.

COST OF THE WORKSHOP  : Rs. 1500/- (includes complete receiver kit & cabinet)

 

Date and Timings:   SATURDAY, 7th January 2012  between 1500 hrs - 1900 hrs.

                             SUNDAY, 8th January 2012 between 1000 hrs - 1730 hrs.

 

Note:  All workshop materials like soldering iron, lead, required tools will be made available.

 

TOTAL NO. OF KITS AVAILABLE : TEN ONLY.