armchair copy

English

Noun

armchair copy (uncountable)

1. (CB radio) Perfectly clear reception.
   • 1982, Amateur radio extra class license study guide, page 107:

     In commercial broadcasting, a S/N ratio of + 60 dB is not uncommon, but most amateur signals (except for "armchair copy" situations) run in the range from +3 to +20 dB.

   • 1988, 73 Amateur Radio, numbers 328-339, page 71:

     Place it near your ear for armchair copy, even in your car!

   • 1997, Amateur Radio, volume 53, numbers 7-12, page 29:

     Distant stations come rolling in loud and clear with crystal clear armchair copy.