Technical (non-EMC) Help
After successful trials, Technical Help was launched as a joint initiative between the Technical Committee and the Electromagnetic Compatability Committee (EMCC).
Technical Help is a service to give help to RSGB members who may require technical assistance. Amateur Radio encompasses a wide range of technical interests and we can take a certain amount of pride in being able to claim that, within the ranks of our membership, we have a vast pool of knowledge, that we are willing to share with others - particularly with newcomers to the hobby.
Since the introduction of the Foundation Licence, many people have come into the hobby and it is hoped that this new scheme will be of particular help to them.
Sources of Technical Help
Other Useful Sources for Technical Help
Course Instructors
If you have recently successfully graduated from a course your former instructors may be able to provide assistance.
Amateur Radio Emporiums
Many of these regularly advertise in RadCom and are generally very helpful in giving technical advice - particularly if you are a good customer and buy from them regularly. But they cannot be expected to neglect their customers in their shop and talk to you on the telephone to offer technical advice - especially if it is a complicated issue. So please be discriminating if you ever call on any one them for assistance.
Technical Publications
The RSGB produce a number of excellent publications, covering a range of subjects, that are readily available at a reduced price for members. New entrants to the hobby, particularly, are encouraged to improve their pool of technical knowledge by reading these. As a member of RSGB, you are probably already receiving RadCom which also covers a whole range of technical subjects. Many of the RadCom columnists do offer technical assistance but, in general, can only give a reply via their future printed articles and this may not be much help if you are looking for a speedy response. But some of the RadCom columnists list a number of helpful websites in their articles. It may be worth checking these out before going any further.
Please note: These pages are intended for members of the Radio Society of Great Britain, but are available to non-members on the understanding that any information is given in good faith and the society cannot be responsible for any misuse or misunderstanding.
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