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Horizontal V - AKA Vee Beam
K3MRI posted a topic in Base antennas,
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Civility on the air
K3MRI posted a topic in Voice analog,
One operator said this:
I would therefore like to both start a mini poll here and a discussion around civility in amateur radio. Also, if you believe there is a lack of civility, how do we improve things?
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Operating in the field
K3MRI posted a gallery image in Operating portable,
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ICOM ITU CQ ZONES MAP
K3MRI posted a file in Knowledge documents,
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QRI?
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ARRL Insurance Program
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The Radio Club of America
HCStaff01 posted a link in Associations++,
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One day activation to IOTA EU-101 / OHFF-0846 Kvarken Archipelago 13.5.2021
ON AIR from Iota EU-101 island, OHFF-0846 flora&fauna area tomorrow.
Callsign: OH6V (operated by me and OH6EZU)
Starting time: 0900 UTC.
Bands: 80-6m
Modes: SSB, Data (FT8/4)
Battery powered activation so ON AIR as far the battery keeps going.
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Cube 2M antenna
K3MRI posted a gallery image in Antenna shots,
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Ham Census is born
K3MRI posted a blog entry in Official Community Blog,
As I write, the Census is in its early days but if early response is indicative, Ham Census may become a reference tool for all those wanting to know how the practice of amateur radio is faring worldwide. To date, we have responses from 24 countries. Our goal is 150!
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Are manufacturers supporting gear?
K3MRI posted a topic in Ham Census Findings Discussions,
Do you agree? Are manufacturers putting out equipment but not providing sufficient support.
Another participant agreed:
Thoughts?
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KF7P Metalwerks
K3MRI posted a link in Gear vendors,
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KB6NU No Nonsense Study Guides
K3MRI posted a link in Education,
We talked about how several folks had successfully used the study guide to get their licenses and how much they seemed to like his approach. Then, we talked about how he might get the word out so that more people could use his study guide. After quickly paging through the study guide, I volunteered to post it on our club’s website.
In 2006, Bruce was unable to update his study guide, so he gave me permission to to do it. That version was the first issue of the No-Nonsense, Technician-Class Study Guide. In 2007, I produced the first No-Nonsense General Class Study Guide. In 2012, after much coaxing, I came out with the No-Nonsense Extra Class License Study Guide. All three study guides have been updated as time has gone on and are current with the latest question pools.
In additions, all three of these study guides are now available as PDF files, Kindle files, and ePub files. I planned to also produce iPhone and iPad versions, but I can’t seem to get Apple to straighten out my iTunes developer account. 😞 You can certainly purchase the Kindle version, though, and read it on the iPhone or iPad with the Kindle app.
I can honestly say that I have helped thousands of people get their amateur radio licenses. If you are one of them, thanks for downloading or purchasing one of my study guides.
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Hamshack Hotline
HCStaff01 posted a link in Gear manufacturers,
Getting on board HH is easy! Just acquire a supported SIP capable phone (our network prefers to register hardware phones first), and open a ticket once you have your phone. If you have one of the phones on HH Supported Endpoints 1-7-19, then also include a picture of the Phone’s MAC address for super easy provisioning. Before joining HH, please read and understand our HH Covenant3 If you have any questions, our FAQ’s in knowledge base area on our help desk may help, if not – feel free to open a ticket on our help desk.
HH-brochure_trifold2c3.pdf
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IARU Region 2 Bandplan
K3MRI posted a link in Bands & Frequencies,
To the extent possible, the IARU R2 band plan is harmonized this with those of the other regions. It is suggested that Member Societies, in coordination with the authorities, incorporate it in their regulations and promote it widely with their radio amateur communities. Of course, if a band plan conflicts with national regulations the national regulations must be observed.
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Who is this Roger guy? And why do we keep talking about him?
NS7X posted a topic in Voice analog,
When the microphone was invented, and telephony developed, it became obvious early on that many letters sounded the same on the air, so a phonetic alphabet was invented to make clear which letter was being used. The phonetic alphabet in use was based on male names and "Roger" was the term for the letter "R." So, "Roger" became synonymous with "I acknowledge receipt of your last transmission."
By the way, notice that "R" (Roger) does not mean "Yes." It is not an assent, nor does it mean, "I concur." It is not an answer to a question. In other words, you should never, ever hear a ham say, "Roger, roger. I did not copy your name. Please repeat."
Eventually, the phonetic alphabet changed to the one we use today, but the term "Roger" was so ingrained that it stuck. And that, I think, is a good thing. Somehow, hearing a ham say, "Romeo that, and thank you for the contact" just doesn't seem right.
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Southgate Amateur Radio News
K3MRI posted a link in Publications and information websites,
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Country callsigns
HCStaff01 posted a quiz in Just for fun,
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It's Time to Pay the Piper
NS7X posted a topic in Licensing,
After nearly 50 years of not collecting fees, and now that the licensing system is automated, and now the FCC no longer has to pay for examiners, and now that the FCC incurs very little expense to oversee the Amateur Radio Service, it's decided it needs to collect a $35 license fee.
I suppose I'm not surprised, but I am concerned. You see, radio frequencies are a commodity and hams have enjoyed a free ride because the FCC has valued our contributions to public service and the research and development of new technologies. But now, apparently, its attitude has changed.
Thirty-five bucks for a ten year license is not that big a deal for most of us. Yet what is the likelihood that, in a few years, it becomes $35/10year/band usage? For those of us who only operate on one or two bands, that'd probably still be no big deal. But I'm just wondering how such a slippery slope could affect Amateur Radio.
You can read Part 97 in its entirety and never find the word "hobby." We are a service - the FCC defines us as such. Perhaps we should remind the Commission of that fact.
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Can you connect different types of coax?
KJ4ZFJ posted a question in Ask the Elmers,
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The Bright Future of Ham Radio, Thanks to CW
The HDARC members set up a working station, replete with interesting displays, appropriate informational pamphlets, and friendly hams anxious to share their knowledge with visitors. I show up with a straight key, a keyer, and my Begali paddles.
We attract some interested folks, and about as many vacationing hams who like to grab a quick eyeball QSO. Occasionally there'll be a visitor who "always wanted to get into ham radio, but never seemed to find the time" who signs the Wants More Information sheet. Me? I always seem to have a short line of short people - children with a definite enthusiasm and curiosity about the sounds of dits and dahs my keyer is emitting.
"This is an archaic way people used to communicate," their mis-informed but well-meaning parent inevitably explains. "It's called Morse code."
I smile at the child, and ask, "Would you like to hear what your name sounds like in Morse code?"
"Oh, yes! Please!" the child answers. Before you know it, the youngster is learning a few letters, and trying out their own fist at the paddles and/or straight key. The proud parent is impressed with their kids natural ability. I can understand that because many of them sure seem to take to CW. And I think I know why. These kids are growing up texting. Texting is a completely normal way to communicate. To them, Morse is just a new way to text. It's "texting you can hear." Those children who continue with an interest in CW may find their way to getting a license and then the whole, wide world of amateur radio will open up to them. All thanks to a few dits and some dahs.
I guess you could say my anecdotal experience has shown me that if you want to increase youth participation in modern amateur radio, try introducing them to the archaic digital mode of Morse code.
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