Mark WA5MA “Lid” is ham-speak to denote a poor operator; one who is inept at the practice of the radio amateur art.  It is someone with very poor operating technique, a newbie or an experienced ham that acts like a neophyte. This old term likely originated from the days of wired telegraphy. There are some bad habits certain hams need to break, mainly because it demonstrates ignorance and carelessness.  Other amateurs may not take you seriously if you practice these things.  Numerous ham websites list pet peeves containing these bad practices. Some liddish behavior is understandable or excusable in a […]

INTRODUCTION TO BUILDING A STATION GROUND TARC HF UNIVERSITY, FEBRUARY 2023 PAUL TEEL, WB5ANX   Get Grounded HFU FEB 23