Susquehanna Valley Amateur Radio Club

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Band Plan

A guide showing how different portions of an amateur radio band are commonly used.A band plan may identify areas typically used for repeaters, simplex FM, digital communication, CW, SSB, satellites, or other activities. Band plans help operators avoid interfering with...

Band

A range of radio frequencies grouped together for a particular type of use.Ham radio operators commonly refer to bands by approximate wavelength rather than frequency, such as the 2-meter, 70-centimeter, 40-meter, or 20-meter bands.

Amateur Radio

A licensed radio service used for personal communication, technical experimentation, education, public service, and recreation.Ham radio and amateur radio mean the same thing.