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Extra Class License Manual

Extra Class License Manual Supplement

Use the ARRL Extra Class License Manual, 12th edition as your textbook to help you pass the Extra Class License exam. Refer to the supplemental information below for additional references that may be helpful to you.ECLM_11th_Edition___Small.jpg

Online Review and Practice Exams

Use the ARRL study manual with ARRL Exam Review for Ham Radio to review chapter by chapter. Take randomly generated practice exams using questions from the actual examination question pool.

Updates and Corrections to the Extra Class License Manual and the Extra Q&A

Updates and Corrections to the Extra Class License Manual 12th edition and the Extra Q&A 5th edition (as of 12/8/2021)

Supplemental Information

Below you'll find resources and additional information about topics discussed in the study manual.

  • Chapter 1

    Tools to help you study effectively. Learn More

  • Chapter 2

    Increasing your understanding of on-the-air practices and other topics. Learn More

  • Chapter 3

    Exploration of new aspects of operating. Learn More

  • Chapters 4 and 5

    Taking you beyond the introduction to electronics that you mastered to pass your General Class exam. Learn More

  • Chapters 6 and 7

    Constructing and using the circuits that make up a radio. Learn More

  • Chapter 8

    More discussion of electronic principles and circuits. Learn More

  • Chapters 9 and 10

    Antennas and propagation. Learn More

  • Chapter 11

    Observing good safety practices around your ham shack and antenna system. Learn More

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