Guidelines Forbecoming Amateur Radio Operator in Malaysia Part A

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The Essentials:
Become A Radio Amateur Operator In Malaysia
Part A (Part 1 of 2)
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The PUMA
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The Magical Book of Amateur Radio Operator.
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AMATEUR RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
GUIDELINES FOR AMATEUR RADIO
SERVICES IN MALAYSIA
Second Edition
01 March 2012
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GLOSSARY
 Amplitude modulation (AM) is a modulation technique used in electronic
communication, most commonly for transmitting information via a radio carrier
wave. In amplitude modulation, the amplitude (signal strength) of the carrier wave
is varied in proportion to that of the message signal being transmitted.
 Call sign
A series of letters and numbers used to identify (1) a station and (2) the country
they are operating from
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 Carrier
The un-modulated output of a radio transmitter.
carrier - a pure continuous radio emission at a fixed frequency, without
modulation and without interruption. Several types of modulation can be applied to
the carrier, See AM and FM.
 Continuous Wave
The output of a radio transmitter that can be switched on and off to generate Morse
code signals
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 Frequency Modulation
A modulating technique that varies the carrier frequency of the transmitter in
accordance with the variations in the strength of the modulating audio signal.
alteration of the amplitude or frequency
of an electromagnetic wave or other
oscillation in accordance with the
variations of a second signal. (altering
the carrier wave)
Fixed frequency with varying

amplitudes based on signal inputs.
Narrow band of frequency with varying

amplitudes based on signal inputs.
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What are FM/AM?
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 Hams
Nickname for an amateur radio operator
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 Frequency
 High Frequency (see short wave)
Frequencies ranging from 3MHz to 30MHz although the amateur “top band”
on 1.8MHz is generally considered to be part of the HF allocation.
 Very High Frequency The frequency range from 30MHz to 300MHz
 Ultra High Frequency The frequency range from 300MHz to 3,000MHz
 Modulation
The process of changing the output carrier of a transmitter in order to convey
information such as telephony.
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 Modulation- AM
information such as telephony (modulating the wave amplitude)
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 Modulation- FM
information such as telephony (modulating the wave frequencies)
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Main Difference - Amplitude Modulation vs. Frequency
Modulation
Amplitude modulation and frequency modulation are both methods of modifying a carrier
signal in order to transmit data. The main difference between amplitude modulation and
frequency modulation is that, in amplitude modulation, the amplitude of the carrier wave
is modified according to the data whereas, in frequency modulation, the frequency of the
carrier wave is modified according to the data.
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 “Q” Code
The universal radio language used to make communication simpler by using three
character codes such as QSL, QRZ, QSB and etc.
QRP - Low power operation, usually 5 watts output or 10 watts input power.
QSL - to acknowledge receipt. Commonly used to indicate "I understand", "I
coped your transmission (or report) all OK". Also used as a term for sending cards
by mail to confirm a two way contact with a station, such as QSL via the bureau.
(see bureau or burro).
QSL Manager - A person, usually an Amateur Radio operator, who manages
the receiving and sending of QSL cards for a managed station). A QSL Manager
is needed because the managed station either has difficulty handling the volume
of incoming QSL cards, or the station is geographically located such that it is
difficult or impossible for that station to accept and/or send QSL cards. It is very
common for "rare" DX stations and DXpeditions to have a QSL Manager.
QSO - two way conversation.
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 Repeater
An unmanned station that receives signals on a certain frequency and
simultaneously retransmits them on another.
 Short Wave
Frequencies in the HF range of 3MHz to 30MHz
 High Frequency
Frequencies ranging from 3MHz to 30MHz although the amateur “top band”
on 1.8MHz is generally considered to be part of the HF allocation.
 Transceiver
A combined receiver and transmitter in one unit.
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Glossary of Terms Further Reading:
AFC - Automatic frequency control. Used in FM receivers to prevent drifting off the received station's frequency.
AFSK - Audio frequency shift keying (as opposed to frequency shift keying, FSK)
AGC - Automatic Gain Control. A feedback voltage in the receiver circuit to prevent fading of a received signal.
ALC - Automatic level control. A feedback voltage in the transmitter's output amplifier used to prevent amplifier overload. Also used as feedback from a linear amplifier back to the exciter to prevent overdriving.
AM - Amplitude Modulation.
AMTOR - AMateur Teletype Over Radio. An advanced form of RTTY usually operated on the HF bands.
analog - A signal that varies in a continuous manner as a wave as opposed to a discrete signal such as digital.
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antenna tuner: Impedance-matching device that matches the impedance of the antenna system input to the transmitter, receiver, or transceiver output impedance.
antenna: a device that intercepts or radiates radio frequency energy.
APRS - Automatic Packet Position Reporting System.
ARES - Amateur Radio Emergency Service.
ARRL - American Radio Relay League , the national amateur radio organization in the USA
ASCII - American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A seven bit code established by ANSI to achieve compatibility between digital devices.
balun - balanced to unbalanced. A device used to couple a balanced antenna to an unbalanced feed line (e.g., dipole to coax) .
band - a range of frequencies allotted for a particular use (e.g., 20 Meter Band)
bandpass - range of frequencies permitted to pass through a filter or receiver circuit.
band-pass filter: a circuit that passes a range of frequencies and attenuates signals above and below this range.
barefoot - transmitting with a transceiver alone without a linear amplifier.
base - a radio station located at a fixed location as opposed to a mobile. Used to identify the control location in a network of radio stations.
baud - A unit of signaling speed equal to the number of discrete signal events per second. Baud is the same as BPS only if each signal event represents exactly one bit.
Baudot - A five level code for the transmission of data in digital form.
BBS - Bulletin Board System. An automated computer system which can be controlled from a remote location. Usually capable of sending and receiving messages and files.
beacon - a station that transmits one-way signals for the purpose of navigation, homing, and determining propagation conditions.
beam - an antenna that gives a directional beam pattern. Also called a Yagi.
BNC - Coax connector commonly used with VHF/UHF equipment -- Bayonet Niell-Concelman (standard connector type used on COAX cable, named for its inventors).
BPS - Bits per second. A rate of data transfer.
BPSK - Binary Phase Shift Keying. Digital DSB suppressed carrier modulation.
bug - a semi-automatic mechanical code key.
bureau - International Amateur organizations set up to process QSL cards between countries. Provides an inexpensive way to send and receive QSL cards.
burro - Slang for bureau.
call book - a publication or CD ROM that lists licensed amateur radio operators.
calling frequency - A standard frequency where stations attempt to contact each other. Example -- 146.52 is the North American FM simplex calling frequency.
carrier - a pure continuous radio emission at a fixed frequency, without modulation and without interruption. Several types of modulation can be applied to the carrier, See AM and FM.
CC&R's - Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions - an extensive set of rules drawn up by homeowner's associations and their lawyers which, among other things, typically restrict or completely prohibit a homeowner from having most forms of antennas on their property.
coax ( coaxial cable) - A type of wire that consists of a center wire surrounded by insulation and then a grounded shield of braided wire. The shield minimizes electrical and radio frequency interference. 50-ohm and 72 ohm characteristic impedances are typical.
code - usually refers to Morse code, but used for others such as baudot.
CQ - calling any amateur radio station, may be sent in CW, phone or some digital modes
CRRL - Canadian Radio Relay League now called Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC).
CTCSS - (Repeater Term) abbreviation for continuous tone-controlled squelch system, a series of subaudible tones that some repeaters use to restrict access.
CW - Continuous Wave, see carrier. In truth a continuous wave is an unmodulated, uninterrupted RF wave. However in common usage refers to Morse code emissions or messages which is an interrupted wave.
cycles (cps) - term used for measuring frequency prior to the term Hertz replaced it - hence kc, Mc, etc.
demodulation - the process of retrieving data from a modulated signal. (See modulation, modem.)
digipeater - A simplex packet repeater which stores an incoming packet, and, if so instructed, re-transmits it. The digipeater does not retain a copy of the packet once sent or wait for an acknowledgement from the next node.
digital - A discrete or discontinuous signal whose various states are identified with specified values. (See analog, RS-232, 7'TL.)
dipole - the basic antenna consisting of a length of wire or tubing, open and fed at the center. The entire antenna is ½ wavelength long at the desired operating frequency. This antenna often used as a standard for calculating gain, dBd.
dummy load - a device which substitutes for an antenna during tests on a transmitter. It converts radio energy to heat instead of radiating energy. Offers a match to the transmitter output impedance.
DXCC - Award offered by ARRL for contacting and confirming 100 or more different countries first introduced in 1937. DXCC is copyright ARRL and its use here is printed with permission of the ARRL.
DXpedition - Radio expedition to remote and rare locations
filter - A circuit or device that will allow certain frequencies to pass while rejecting others.
FM - Frequency Modulation. frequency - the rate of oscillation (vibration). Audio and radio wave frequencies are measured in Hertz. (cycles per second).
FSK Acronym for Frequency Shift Keying. A method of frequency modulation in which the frequency varies. (See AFSK, PSK).
ham - an amateur radio operator.
hamfest - ham festival, a social and commercial event at which hams meet to buy, sell, and swap equipment.
Hertz - the standard unit used to measure frequency (one Hertz equals one complete cycle per second).
HF - High Frequency - 3 MHz to 30 MHz.
high-pass filter - a filter designed to pass high frequency signals, while blocking lower frequency signals.
IC - Integrated Circuit.
ID -- Identification, as announcing station callsign at intervals.
intermod - Short for "intermodulation." This generally means false or spurious signals produced by two or more signals mixing in a receiver or repeater station.
ionosphere - The electrically charged region of the Earth’s atmosphere located approximately 40 to 400 miles above the Earth’s surface that refracts radio signals.
IOTA - Islands On The Air.
IRC - International Reply Coupon. A coupon that can be purchased at post offices which can be exchanged in foreign countries for return postage for a surface mail letter to the country that issued the coupon.
IRLP Internet Radio Linking Project developed by David Cameron, VE7LTD. Uses a network protocol called VoIP (Voice over IP) audio streaming. There are now over 1000 repeaters around the world connected by the internet through the Amateur radio internet radio linking project, 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.
key - to press a key or button physically or electronically by computer.
keyer - Electronic device for sending Morse Code semi-automatically. Dits are sent by pressing one paddle of the key, dahs sent by pressing the other one paddle.
kilocycles - thousand cycles per second. Replaced by kiloHertz (kHz).
kiloHertz - one thousand Hertz (see "Hertz").
LCD - Liquid Crystal Display. A display device commonly used in portable computers. Contains a crystalline liquid whose optical properties change in the presence of an electric field to appear either light or dark. Must have an external light source to be visible.
low-pass filter - a filter that allows signals below the cutoff frequency to pass through and attenuates signals above the cutoff frequency.
LSB - Lower Side Band, the common single-sideband operating mode on the 40, 80, and 160 meter amateur bands.
megacycles - million cycles per second. This terminology has been replaced by MegaHertz (MHz)
MegaHertz - million hertz (see Hertz)
mobile - an amateur radio station installed in a vehicle - a mobile station can be used while in motion. (see also, portable).
modulation - The process of adding a signal to a carrier to transmit information. Can be used in reference to voice communications, but refers to digital data in the context of packet radio. (See demodulation, modem.)
MSK - Minimum Shift Keying. A modulation method similar to FSK in which the shift in Hertz is equal to half the signaling rate in BPS. (see AFSK, FSK, PSK).
node - A general term used to indicate the different stations in a packet network. Nodes may be terminal nodes, network nodes, station nodes, and others. (see TNC, digipeater).
offset - (a repeater term) In order to listen and transmit at the same time, repeaters use two different frequencies. On the 2 metre ham band these frequencies are 600 kilocycles/second (or 600 kHz) apart. As a general rule, if the output frequency (transmit) of the repeater is below 147 MHz then the input frequency (listening) is 600 kHz lower. This is referred to as a negative offset. If the output is above 147 MHz then the input is 600 kilohertz above. This is referred to as a positive offset.
packet controller - Term used for a hardware TNC with an on-board modem.
packet radio - a system of digital communication whereby information is transmitted in short bursts. The bursts ("packets") also contain callsign, addressing and error detection information.
packet - A group of bits including data and control elements which is transmitted as a whole.
portable - A portable station is one that is designed to be easily moved from place to place but can only be used while stopped. Portable operation is away from the home base station. (see also, mobile).
PSK - Phase Shift Keying. A method of transmitting digital information in which the phase of the carrier is varied in accordance with the digital signal.
PTT - Push To Talk, the switch in a transmitter circuit that activates the microphone and transmission circuitry.
QRP - Low power operation, usually 5 watts output or 10 watts input power.
QSL - to acknowledge receipt. Commonly used to indicate "I understand", "I coped your transmission (or report) all OK". Also used as a term for sending cards by mail to confirm a two way contact with a station, such as QSL via the bureau. (see bureau or burro).
QSL Manager - A person, usually an Amateur Radio operator, who manages the receiving and sending of QSL cards for a managed station). A QSL Manager is needed because the managed station either has difficulty handling the volume of incoming QSL cards, or the station is geographically located such that it is difficult or impossible for that station to accept and/or send QSL cards. It is very common for "rare" DX stations and DXpeditions to have a QSL Manager.
QSO - two way conversation.
RAC - Radio Amateurs of Canada, a national amateur radio organization in Canada.
RF - Radio Frequency, emissions in the radio portion of the electromagnetic spectrum.
RFI - Radio Frequency Interference.
RTTY - radio teletype - A form of digital communications.
SASE - Self-addressed, stamped envelope.
SSB - Single Side Band.
SSTV - Slow Scan Television.
SWR - Standing Wave Ratio, a measure of how much radio energy sent into an antenna system is being reflected back to the transmitter.
third-party communications - messages passed from one amateur to another on behalf of a third person.
ticket - slang for an amateur radio license.
TNC - Terminal Node Controller, a device which interfaces a computer to a transceiver and performs a function similar to a modem.
traffic - a message or messages sent by radio.
transceiver - a radio that both transmits and receives.
TVI - Television interference.
USB - Upper Side Band the common single-sideband operating mode on the 20, 17, 15, 12, and 10 meter HF amateur bands, and all the VHF and UHF bands.
VE - Volunteer Examiner, a person authorized to administer examinations for amateur radio licenses.
VOX - Voice Operated Transmit.
WARC - World Administrative Radio Conference. Also used to reference the WARC bands 10, 12 and 17 meters.
WPM - Words per minute; as in Morse code or typing speed.
XCVR - Transceiver.
yagi - in 1926 Hidetsugu Yagi and Shintaro Uda invented the "beam" antenna array. A directional antenna consisting of a dipole and two additional elements, a slightly longer reflector and a slightly shorter director. Electromagnetic coupling between the elements focuses maximum power (or reception) in the direction of the director.
YL - Young Lady, any female amateur radio operator or the significant other of a amateur.
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ABBREVIATION
1. AA Apparatus Assignment
2. AROC Amateur Radio Operator’s Certificate
3. ARS Amateur Radio Services
4. ASAA Amateur Station Apparatus Assignment
5. AOP Amateur Operating Procedures
6. CB Citizen Band
7. CW Continuous Wave
8. EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility
9. FM Frequency Modulation
10. GMT Greenwich Mean Time
11. HF High Frequency
12. IF Intermediate Frequency
13. ITU International Telecommunication Union
14. RAE Radio Amateur Examination
15. RF Radio Frequency
16. SRSP Standard Radio System Plan
17. SW Short Wave
18. SWL Short Wave Listener
19. UHF Ultra High Frequency
20. UTC Universal Time (UTC is also known as GMT)
21. VHF Very High Frequency
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MALAYSIAN COMMUNICATIONS AND MULTIMEDIA
COMMISSION
Guidelines For Amateur Radio Services In Malaysia General

This document is developed by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia
Commission (SKMM) as a guide for:
a. the candidates who intended to sit for the Radio Amateur Examination in order to
operate a station in the band for radio amateur services;
b. the amateur radio operators who intended to operate an amateur radio stations in
Malaysia.
This document is divided into three main parts:

a) Part A: How to become a radio amateur operator in Malaysia;
b) Part B: Amateur Radio Operating Procedure; and
c) Part C: Radio Amateur Examination Syllabus.
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PART A:
How To Become A Radio
Amateur Operator In Malaysia
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PART A: HOW TO BECOME A RADIO AMATEUR OPERATOR
IN MALAYSIA
Introduction
Amateur Radio Service exists in nearly every country and utilizes the same
frequencies as in Malaysia. In Malaysia, the amateur radio is regulated by the
Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (SKMM). To operate
an amateur radio station in Malaysia, the operator must have:
1. an Amateur Radio Operator’s Certificate and
2. an Amateur Station Apparatus Assignment (ASAA) or
3. a foreign amateur radio licensed from countries that have a reciprocal arrangement
with Malaysia.
Please refer to Appendix 8 to obtain the list of countries that have a reciprocal
arrangement with Malaysia.
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To operate an amateur radio station in Malaysia
• SKMM’s Amateur
1 Radio Operator’s
Certificate
• SKMM’s Amateur
Station
2 Apparatus
Assignment
or
http://rigpix.com/index.shtml • Licensed foreign
3 amateur radio
operator
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About Amateur Radio
Amateur radio service is defined in the Communications and Multimedia
(Spectrum) Regulations 2000 as “a radio communications service (covering
both terrestrial and satellite) in which a station is used for the purpose of :
1. self training,
2. intercommunication and
3. technical investigations
carried out by authorized persons who are interested in radio technique solely with a
personal aim and without any pecuniary interest”.
Pecuniary interest : relating to or consisting of money
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Amateur Station Is Used For The Purpose:
Self training
Intercommunication
Technical
investigations
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Millions of amateurs’ radios communicate daily with each other directly or through
relay systems and amateur satellites.
Amateur service may provide alternative for emergency communication in time of

natural disasters. Radio amateur communication able to provide support
communication during a disaster where commercial communications system is
unavailable, due to the uncomplicated deployment of an amateur radio station.
Radio amateur has been recognized as an important part of the radio community.
ITU has allocated common frequency bands for amateur radio service internationally
on a sharing basis to all amateur radio stations around the globe.
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Relay System- Repeater
Millions of amateurs’ radios communicate daily with each other directly or through
relay systems and amateur satellites.
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An Amateur Radio Satellite
is an artificial satellite built and used by amateur radio
operators for use in the Amateur-satellite service. These
satellites use amateur radio frequency allocations to
facilitate communication between amateur radio stations.
Many amateur-satellites receive an OSCAR designation,

which is an acronym for Orbiting Satellite Carrying
Amateur Radio. The designation is assigned by AMSAT,
an organization which promotes the development and
launch of amateur radio satellites. Because of the
prevalence of this designation, amateur radio satellites
are often referred to as OSCARs.
These satellites can be used free of charge by licensed

amateur radio operators for voice (FM, SSB) and data
communications (AX.25, packet radio, APRS). Currently,
over 18 fully operational amateur-satellites in orbit act as
repeaters, linear transponders or store and forward digital
relays.
Throughout the years, amateur-satellites have helped

make breakthroughs in the science of satellite
communications. A few advancements include the launch
of the first satellite voice transponder (OSCAR 3) and the
development of highly advanced digital "store-and-
forward" messaging transponder techniques.
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Real-time AMATEUR RADIO SATELLITES
There are a few satellites specifically designed to be used by amateur radio (licensed) operators. You can
check the status and communication frequencies of all active amateur radio satellites on the following web
pages: DK3WN, JE9PEL.
Satellites marked with C support uplink communication in amateur radio bands.
Ham radio exclusive: Amateur radio satellite passes for the next 6 hours
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HD Live streaming from Space Station
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In Time of Disaster.
unavailable, due to the uncomplicated deployment of an amateur radio station. Radio
amateur has been recognized as an important part of the radio community.
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In Time of Disaster.
unavailable, due to the uncomplicated deployment of an amateur radio station. Radio
amateur has been recognized as an important part of the radio community.
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Things That You Can Do With Amateur Radio
Amateur radio operators are often called “ham radio operators” or "hams".
Activities that amateur radio operators can do with their radios are diverse.
The following are examples of the activities carried out by hams:-
a) Communicate around the world. With HF radio, hams can talk to each other at any
part of the globe.
b) Converse around town. With small portable VHF or UHF transceivers, hams can
enjoy wireless communications within their local community.
c) Help in emergencies and natural disasters situations by providing immediate
communications whenever normal communications service is failed or unavailable.
d) Build own radio, transmitter, receiver and antenna.
e) Communicate through amateur satellites. Ham can use amateur satellites operated
by the amateur community without any cost.
f) Communicate with astronaut while they orbiting the earth.
g) Experimental with Amateur TV (ATV), Slow-Scan TV (SSTV), or send still-frame
pictures.
h) Participate in “transmitter hunt games” or “Fox Hunt” or maybe build their own
directional finding equipment.
i) Participate in the search and rescue activities by providing communication required.
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SW Radio
Communicate around the world. With HF radio, hams can talk to each other at any
part of the globe.
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Converse around town.
With small portable VHF or UHF transceivers, hams can enjoy wireless
communications within their local community.
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Help in emergencies and natural disasters situations
by providing immediate communications whenever normal communications service is
failed or unavailable.
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DIY
Build own radio, transmitter, receiver and antenna.
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Communicate through amateur satellites. Ham can use amateur satellites operated by
the amateur community without any cost.
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Communicate with astronaut while they orbiting the earth.
ATV/SSTV/SF pictures.
Experimental with Amateur TV (ATV), Slow-Scan TV (SSTV), or send still-frame
pictures.
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Fox Hunt
Participate in “transmitter hunt games” or “Fox Hunt” or maybe build their own
directional finding equipment.
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Search & Rescue
Participate in the search and rescue activities by providing communication required.
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Search & Rescue
Participate in the search and rescue activities by providing communication required.
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Things That Are Not Allowed To Do With Amateur Radio
Specifically, there are few things that amateur radio operators are not allowed
to do:
a) Amateur radio operators are not allowed to do anything with their radios that can
generate financial income.
b) Amateur radio operators are prohibited from broadcasting to the public. The
amateur radio transmission is meant to be received by other amateur radio
operators/stations only.
c) Amateur radio services shall not be used for the expansion of business, religion
and politics.
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Getting Started
You can start you hobby in amateur radio by joining a local amateur radio club.
Clubs can provide information about licensing in their respective area, local
operating practices and technical advice.
In Malaysia, amateurs are required to pass an examination to demonstrate
technical knowledge, operating competence and awareness of legal and
regulatory requirements in order to avoid interference with other amateurs and
other radio services.
There are two types of exams available. Passing in the examination entitled you to
apply for the Amateur Station Apparatus Assignment (ASAA) or in general you can call
it as Amateur Radio License (license). If your ASAA application is approved, SKMM
will issue a call sign with “9W” or “9M” prefix depending on your eligible operating
class. This call sign is unique to amateur radio operator. You must use it on the air to
legally identify your amateur station during any and all radio communication. The entry
level to obtain the ASAA (or in general it’s call as the Amateur License) is ASAA Class
B (“9W” prefix). You must operate on Class B for at least one year before eligible to
upgrade your license to Class A (“9M” prefix).
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Amateur Station Apparatus Assignment
(ASAA)
B 9W A 9M
→Class B for at least one year
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Privileges of the Amateur
In contrast to most commercial and personal radio services, radio amateur
operators are not restricted to use type approved equipment, and therefore some
radio amateur equipment are home constructed or modified equipment in any way,
so long as they meet all the technical requirement such as its operating frequency,
power level, classes of emission and the national and international standards on
spurious emissions.
SKMM has published an Authorization Notice pursuant to Regulation 16(2) of the

Communications and Multimedia (Technical Standards) Regulations 2000 to
authorize a person who holds an Amateur Station Apparatus Assignment (ASAA)
for either Class A or Class B, to import and use any amateur radio equipment
listed in the notice without need to obtain (1)Type Approved or (2)Compliance
Certificates from SIRIM QAS International Sdn. Bhd. (SQASI).
Importation of amateur radio equipment listed in the notice only requires an Import
Permit from SQASI. You can obtain the notice from our official website at
www.skmm.gov.my.
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For amateur radio equipment which is not included in the notice, importation of
such equipment is subjected to Certification or Type Approval (compliance
approval). The equipment must have a proper certificate or compliance approval
issued by SQASI before it is eligible to be considered for the issuance of its import
permit. To be certified, the equipment must comply with all of the requirements
stated in the Technical Specifications for Amateur Radio Equipment (Document
SKMM WTS ARE, Rev. 1.01:2007) which is also available on our official website.
Amateurs who wish to include other amateur radio equipment in addition to those
listed in the current notice may submit printed copies of the amateur radio
equipment brochures/catalogues with detail technical specifications such as but
not limited to its:
frequency ranges, output power, emission mode, modulation type, frequency stability,
spurious emission and receiver sensitivity, to SKMM.
Please send your submission to the Director of the Industry Development and
Standards Division. Only equipment that complies with the technical specification will
be approved.
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Importation of Amateur Radio Equipment
Yes
Amateur Radio SKMM SIRIM-SQASI Amateur Radio
Equipment Equipment
• Type and • Check if • Apply Import • Bought

makes equipment in Permit
intended to Authorization
buy. Notice
pursuant to
Regulation
16(2) https://www.lazada.com.my/shop-gadgets/yaesu/?spm=a2o4k.pdp.0.0.58b91121Q6uoEW
No
SKMM SIRIM-SQASI
Submit printed copies of the The equipment must have a proper

amateur radio equipment certificate or compliance approval
brochures/catalogues with detail issued by SQASI before it is eligible to be
technical specifications to SKMM to considered for the issuance of its import
be included in the Notice. permit.
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DIY Ham Radio Equipments
Radio amateur operators are not restricted to use type approved equipment, and
therefore some radio amateur equipment are home constructed or modified equipment
in any way
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For Amateur Radio Equipment Which Is Not Included In The
SKMM’s Notice
Import of SKMM notice non-listed amateur radio equipments
Type Compliance
Approval Certificates
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The CMA98 -Spectrum Plan and Frequency Allocations
In Malaysia, SKMM has the overall responsibility for managing radio frequency
spectrum under the Communication and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA98). Among
other responsibilities of the SKMM include the task of developing a spectrum plan
in respect of all or any part of the spectrum. The CMA98, as the main legislation
which regulates the communications and multimedia industries, also sets out the
national policy objectives for the development of the communications industries.
The Spectrum Plan will provide a guide on how the spectrum is currently used and
how the SKMM plans to develop it further in the near future. The technological
convergence of telecommunications, broadcasting and information technology
means that management of the spectrum has become an even more complex
issue. The main challenge is how SKMM are to manage this finite resource in the best
manner possible and to ensure that it is utilised efficiently to fulfil the society’s
needs and the demands of the technology.
More details on the Spectrum Plan are available at SKMM official website for free
access and download.
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Band Plan
In general, a band plan is a plan for using a particular band of radio frequencies
that are a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. Each band plan defines the
frequency range to be included, how channels are to be defined, and what will be
carried on in those channels.
A band plan with regards to Amateur Radio service in Malaysia is voluntary plans
established by SKMM to manage the use of a particular radio frequency band
assigned (sharing basis) for amateur radio services, to be use in harmonize
among all of the amateurs. It defines the frequency range to be included, how
channels are arranged and what will be carried on those channels. The band plan
is designed to maximize the utilization, minimize interference and optimize the
usage of the band. In short, band plan is a better way to organize the use of
allocated bands efficiently.
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Electromagnetic Spectrum
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144.5
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λ=c/f
Speed of light
c = 299,792,458 m/s
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Standard Radio System Plan (SRSP)
SKMM has also developed a series of documents that is part of the spectrum plan
to provide guidance on efficient spectrum usage namely Standard Radio System
Plan (SRSP). It is designed to provide information on the minimum requirements
in the use of the frequency band as described in the Spectrum Plan. It provides
information on technical characteristics of radio systems, channelling of
frequencies and coordination initiatives.
For example the SRSP “MCMC SRSP 536 AS” states the requirements for the
utilization of the frequency band 144 MHz to 148 MHz for Amateur Service in
Malaysia. This SRSP covers the minimum key characteristics considered
necessary in order to make the best use of the available frequencies. You can
access and download the document from our official website. Sample Band Plan
for the above band is shown on Appendix 13.
https://www.mcmc.gov.my/skmmgovmy/files/attachments/SRSP%20536.pdf
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Amateur Radio Operator’s Certificate (AROC)
Regulation 27(1) of the Communications and Multimedia (Technical
Standards) Regulations 2000 states that no person shall undertake or
conduct any activity in designated skill area unless that person is
certified. Amateur radio operator has been gazetted as a designated skill
area category under this regulation; hence to operate an amateur radio
station, a person needs to have an appropriate proficiency and skill i.e.
certified in this area. The certification (AROC) is necessary to prove that the radio
amateur operators have good knowledge of the subject and able to operate an
amateur radio station in the correct and responsible manner required by the
law.
There are two class of AROC available.

a) Amateur Radio Operator’s Certificate - Class A (AROC Class A)
b) Amateur Radio Operator’s Certificate - Class B (AROC Class B)
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Amateur Radio Operator’s Certificate (AROC) Class A
The AROC class A allows the holder to apply for ASAA class A. To be eligible
for the AROC class A, the persons must pass the written theory test commonly
known as RAE and practical test commonly known as Morse Code Test or CW
Test.
Amateur Radio Operator’s Certificate (AROC) Class B
The AROC Class B only permits the holder to apply for ASAA class B. To be
eligible for this certificate the persons are only required to pass the RAE.
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How to Participate In Amateur Radio
To operate an amateur radio station, the operator must hold the ASAA issued
by the SKMM. Application can be applied from any SKMM regional offices. A
“call sign” will be issued to the successful applicant according to their AROC
class.
For details about call sign issuance, please refer to document titled
“Guideline on the Allocation of Call sign to the Amateur Radio Service”
published by the SKMM.
https://www.skmm.gov.my/skmmgovmy/media/General/pdf/Guideline-on-the-Allocation-of-Call-Sign-to-the-Amateur-Radio-Service.pdf
http://www.mares.org.my/forms/callsignguidelines.pdf
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Amateur Station Apparatus Assignment
All amateur radio operators in Malaysia must be licensed by getting the ASAA
from SKMM. You need to obtain an ASAA to operate an amateur radio station.
The ASAA authorized the holder to participate and operate the amateur radio
station.
There are 3 types of ASAA under Amateur Radio category:
a) Amateur Station Apparatus Assignment (Class A);
b) Amateur Station Apparatus Assignment (Class B); and
c) Amateur Repeater Station
To apply for an ASAA the applicant has to fill in the following forms.
a) Application for Apparatus Assignment(s) (Amateur Service) form for ASAA

(Class A & B); or
b) Application for Apparatus Assignment(s) (Mobile Service) form for Amateur Repeater
Station.
The validity period for ASAA is between three months to five years. Sample of the
form is shown in Appendix 11. Please refer to “Guideline for Apparatus Assignment”
published by the SKMM for details.
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Types of ASAA Licenses
Amateur Station Apparatus

Assignment (Class A)
Amateur Station Apparatus

Assignment (Class B)
Amateur Repeater Station
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Eligibility for ASAA Application
To be eligible for ASAA application, applicant must meet the following conditions.
a) Over 14 years of age for ASAA Class B and 18 years and above for ASAA Class A.
Applicants under 21 years will be required to present consent from their parent,
guardian or any other approved person who shall be responsible for the
observance of the conditions of the applicants to countersigned their application.
b) A Malaysian citizens or citizens of countries who have a reciprocal arrangement
with our country. Please refer to Appendix 8 for the list of the countries.
c) Hold an AROC Class A or B or in lieu, a copy of Examination results issued by the
SKMM.
Detailed requirements to apply for the ASAA are described in “Guideline for
Apparatus Assignment” published by the SKMM.
https://www.skmm.gov.my/skmmgovmy/files/attachments/Guideline_AA_form_v3.pdf
Compliance Requirement
The ASAA holder shall comply with the relevant provisions of the Communications
and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA98) and its subsidiary legislations or any
amendments made thereof.
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ASAA
How to Own your First Ham Equipment.
SKMM’s RAE Results
• RAE
Interested Exam/ Buy
to be • AROC Your
Apply for
AROC Class Radio ASAA
HAM
A/B
https://sems.skmm.gov.my/sems/
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My Yaesu FT-2980R SPECIFICATIONS
GENERALType:Amateur VHF transceiverFrequency range:TX:
144-148 MHz (USA)
TX: 136-174 MHz (Asia)
RX: 136-174 MHzTuning steps:5 / 10 / 12.5 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 50 / 100
KHzMode:FM/NFMChannels/memory management:200 regular
with alpha tags
1 "home"
10 PMS (band edge pairs)
Non-volatile memory storageRepeater shift/offset:±600 KHz
(default)Power supply:13.8 VDC ±15%Current drain/power
consumption:RX: 300-700 mA
TX: 4-15 AAntenna impedance/connector:50 ohms / SO-
239Dimensions (W*H*D):160*50*185 mm (6.3*2*7.3")Weight:1.9 Kg
(4.2 lbs)Other features:CTCSS/PL. DCS. DTMF. ARTS. Dimmer
Weather alert
RECEIVER SECTIONReceiver system:Double conversion

superheterodyne
1st IF: 21.7 MHz
2nd IF: 450 KHzSensitivity:0.4 uV (12 dB SINAD)Selectivity:FM: 12
KHz (-6 dB), 28 KHz (-60 dB)
NFM: 9 KHz (-6 dB), 22 KHz (-60 dB)Image rejection:70 dBAF
output power/speaker:3 W at 10% distortion / 4 ohmsExternal
speaker connector:
TRANSMITTER SECTIONRF output power:Hi: 80 W

Mid1: 30 W
Mid2: 10 W
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Lo: 5 WModulation system:Variable reactanceFM deviation:FM: ±5
KHz
NFM: ±2.5 KHzSpurious emissions:Less than -60 dBMicrophone
impedance/connector:2 Kohms / 6-pin (modular)
MISCELLANEOUSManufactured:2017-201xAdditional info:New
price 2017 in the US: $Related documents:User manual (7
MB)Modifications:Options/Accessories:FP-1023
MLS-100AC power supply
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International Compliance Requirement
The ASAA holder shall comply with the relevant provisions of the Radio
Regulations of the ITU and International Telecommunication Convention.
The usage of frequencies for repeater stations operating VHF and UHF bands
within 50 kilometres of the Malaysian border will require border coordination with
the neighbouring countries for a mutual arrangement between Malaysia and the
neighbouring country.
50Km
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Fee for Apparatus Assignment Amateur Station
The fees for the ASAA are tabled as below.
Assignment Type Application Fee Annual Fee
ASAA Class A RM 60.00 RM 36.00
ASAA Class B RM 60.00 RM 24.00
Amateur Radio
Repeater Station RM 60.00 RM 60.00
International Licensing and Operation

When travelling abroad, the visitor must hold a reciprocal license with the country
in which she or he wishes to operate. Reciprocal licensing requirements vary from
country to country. Some countries have bilateral or multilateral reciprocal
operating agreements allowing hams to operate within their borders with a single
set of requirements.
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Reciprocal Operating Arrangement
Foreign amateur radio operator may apply for ASAA under the reciprocal
arrangement between their country and Malaysia. SKMM may issue an ASAA to
the foreign amateur radio operator if they meet all the requirements. The class of
the ASAA issued will be equivalent to the license class or assignment issued by
their home country authority in their original home country. Please refer to
Appendix 8 for the list of the countries which have a reciprocal arrangement with
Malaysia.
The ASAA will not be issued for a period of more than the validity of the home
country license or one year whichever is earlier. Foreign amateur radio operator from
country which has no reciprocal arrangement will be dealt on a case by case basis.
However an introduction from a member of MARTS will be preferred.
MARTS = Malaysian Amateur Radio Transmitter Society

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malaysian_Amateur_Radio_Transmitters%27_Society
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The Examination
There are two types of examination pertaining to amateur radio:
a) Radio Amateur Examination (RAE); and
b) Morse Codes Test (CW Test).
Both examinations are conducted by the SKMM.
Radio Amateur Examination (RAE)

The RAE is a written examination on the following topics:
a) The fundamental theory of electricity, electronics and radio communications;
b) The theory and operation of any amateur radio equipment including the antenna
systems, transmission lines, transistors, amplitude and frequency modulation and
single sideband techniques;
c) The regulations made under the Act which is applicable to the establishment and
operation of a station performing an amateur experimental service; and
d) The ITU Radio Regulations applicable to the operation of a station performing an
amateur experimental service and those provisions relating to the operation of
stations generally.
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The RAE comprises 100 objective questions with four optional answers. Candidates
are given three hours to answer all questions. The question is in bi-language i.e.
English and “Bahasa Melayu”.
Passing mark for the RAE is 50%. No marks are deducted for a wrong answer.
The structure of the question is as shown in the following table.
No. Topics / Syllabus No. of

Questions
1 Regulation and Licensing Conditions 20

2 Good Practices and Operating Procedures 30
3 The fundamental theory of electricity, electronics and 50
radio communications
Please refer to Part C for the details syllabus.
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Morse code Test
The Morse Code (CW) test is a practical test that measure skill of the following
proficiencies;
a) An ability to send message correctly on a radiotelegraph key, semiautomatic
key or an electronic hand key for three consecutive minutes at a speed of not
less than 12 words per minute in plain language, including figures, punctuation
marks, “Q” signals and emergency signals in the international Morse Codes;
and
b) An ability to receive message correctly by ear and write legibly or type for not
less than three consecutive minutes at a speed of not less than 12 words a
minute in plain language including figures, punctuation marks, “Q” signals and
emergency signals in the international Morse Codes.
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Morse Codes
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In CW sending tests, applicant must be able to send 36 words (averaging five
letters per word) in plain language within three minutes or equivalent to a
speed of 12 words per minute without uncorrected error. A maximum of four errors as
well as four corrections are allowed. In sending figures, 10 five figure
groups are to be sent in 1.5 minutes without uncorrected error. A
maximum of two corrections are allowed.
In CW receiving tests, applicant is required to receive 36 words (averaging

five letters per word) in plain language in three minutes, and 10 five-figure
groups in 1.5 minutes. Each letter or figure incorrectly received counts as one
error. A word in which more than one letter is incorrectly received counts as
two errors. A maximum of four errors in plain language and a maximum of two
errors in the figure test are allowed.
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The tests will not include any punctuation or other symbols except for full stops,
commas, oblique strokes, question marks and error symbols. The foregoing
particulars are summarized in the following:
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How to Apply for the Examination
The examination will be held from time to time. The actual date and venue for the
examination will be specified by the SKMM. The notice or announcement will be
made through a public notice, published in the local press and SKMM official
website at www.skmm.gov.my. The notice will have detailed terms and conditions,
application procedures, payment mode and other related matters pertaining to the
examination.
In the RAE conducted on 15 December 2011, SKMM has introduce a new web
based application to manage the examination conducted by SKMM namely SKMM
Examination Management System or in short SEMS. Details of the system are
described below.
In case you need more information or having questions with regards to SEMS,
you may email us at sems@cmc.gov.my
For manual application, sample of the application form is shown in Appendix 9
and available at SKMM head office and its regional offices. Contact details of all
the SKMM offices are listed in Appendix 14.
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Minimum Age Requirement for the Examination
The minimum age limit for candidate to sit for the examination is 14 years for
the RAE and 18 years for the CW Test. This is due to take into consideration
of the responsibility required to operate a higher power transmission and
privileges accorded to a Class A amateur station operator.
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SKMM Examination Management System (SEMS)
What is SEMS?
SEMS is an acronym for SKMM Examination Management System. It is an online
web based application that enables you to submit your application to sit for the
examinations conducted by SKMM which are Amateur Radio Examination (RAE)
and Morse Code Test (CW) through electronic means. The system also provides
various functions that include application status checking, exam result checking
and other useful functions that suit your needs in managing your application
process with ease.
SEMS comprised two main modules which are:
a) Online registration (application to sit the RAE and CW); and
b) Online Assessment (for RAE only).
The online registration module is open to public since the second series of the
RAE for the year 2011 (RAE 2011-2), conducted on 15 December 2011. As for
online assessment module, it is expected to be ready and introduce to public by
end of 2012.
To access and experience the system, please visit the SKMM official web page at
www.skmm.gov.my or direct to URL http:sems.skmm.gov.my. For more
information or questions, email us at sems@cmc.gov.my
The following is a brief SEMS user guide for your reference. This user guide is
also available from its official web page.
1. Need to apply examination online? You can purchase your examination voucher through SKMM’s online
payment system.
2. RAE or CW? Apply and submit your application here, online. Be paperless, be green.
3. Need to check your application status or even your examination result status? Check your examination
status here.
4. Want to give it a second thought? Withdraw your examination application in just a second! Just click the
button.
5. Want to know the latest information of the current available exam? Get it here.
6. Choose your preferred language here.
7. Quick link to visit other available pages.
Where to Begin?
Check the Examination Information
Here, you will be able to view any available exam that is currently active and open
for application.
Examination Info
1: Click “Home” button to redirect back to Home page.
Purchase Examination Voucher
You will be redirected to SKMM E-payment Page.
Purchase Voucher
1. Click at the checkbox to agree the terms
and conditions
2. Click Proceed button. You will be directed
to the following page
Lim Guan Eng 660109019087
The handbook
Foe exam info., application and status check, please visit website:
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PART B: AMATEUR RADIO OPERATING
PROCEDURES (AOP)
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International Licensing and Operation

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