How Do You Set Up Shortwave Radio?
Even in this age of high speed Internet and satellite communications, shortwave radio is still an important communications medium in many countries. Setting up a shortwave listening post and trying to pick up these distant radio stations is an exciting and challenging hobby for many people. Purchase a receiver with digital tuning, which makes it much easier to pinpoint stations. Portable receivers are the least expensive, small in size, but powerful. Portables have built in scoping antennas that are generally adequate for the novice or casual listener. Desktop models offer more frequencies and generally have better noise filters. A receiver with pre-sets allows you to pre-program station frequencies found in printed or online schedules and quickly switch to a given station. Determine the best location for your receiver. If you will erect an outside antenna, locate the receiver near where you will bring in the lead-in wire, such as a window. Be sure to locate the receiver away from elec
