From walterh at k5wh.net Sun Jul 2 07:38:10 2023 From: walterh at k5wh.net (walterh at k5wh.net) Date: Sun, 2 Jul 2023 07:38:10 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] BLT-117 Message-ID: <000001d9ace2$101617d0$30424770$@k5wh.net> As you can see here, the balloon we launched from BVARC Field Day is having a leisurely trip across the Atlantic for a few days. Still holding altitude nicely over 50k feet, so hopefully well above any storms that it may pass by. However, one of the disadvantages of flying over 40k or so, is the lack of winds, so it will be a very slow trip for a while. 20m is still waking up a bit this morning, so not many reporting it's location just yet, but it's always amazing to see the distance these little trackers cover, with only 10mw of power. Walter/K5WH -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Thanks 73/Chris/AC5CM Typos brought to you by iPhone From kd5you at comcast.net Sun Jul 2 16:18:51 2023 From: kd5you at comcast.net (John Denison) Date: Sun, 2 Jul 2023 16:18:51 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Field Day Pictures In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1f293b97-b7af-fd52-bb96-4e98c5a89e1c@comcast.net> I took a few of the antennas outside and one of the Fort Bend communications van. I could post them here in the BVARC reflector if needed. 73 John Denison KD5YOU On 7/2/2023 3:53 PM, Chris Medlin via BVARC wrote: > Did anyone take any pictures during field day with BVARC at the fire training facility? Ive looked at facebook and the email threads and the only pictures Ive seen are a few drone shots of antennas. > If I missed a link, then whoops, apologies.. otherwise, Id love to see some pics if someone has them in a publicly accessible repository. > > Thanks > 73/Chris/AC5CM > > > > Typos brought to you by iPhone > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From freeflyhoop at gmail.com Sun Jul 2 20:31:05 2023 From: freeflyhoop at gmail.com (freeflyhoop at gmail.com) Date: Sun, 2 Jul 2023 20:31:05 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Field Day Pictures In-Reply-To: <1f293b97-b7af-fd52-bb96-4e98c5a89e1c@comcast.net> References: <1f293b97-b7af-fd52-bb96-4e98c5a89e1c@comcast.net> Message-ID: I took around 200 photos during field day. I will work on posting some to this thread tomorrow. I?m out of town right now but did make a compressed folder of all my photos. I?m also going to give them to Mike (club president) on a flash drive soon. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 2, 2023, at 4:20 PM, John Denison via BVARC wrote: > > ?I took a few of the antennas outside and one of the Fort Bend communications van. I could post them here in the BVARC reflector if needed. > > 73 > John Denison > KD5YOU > >> On 7/2/2023 3:53 PM, Chris Medlin via BVARC wrote: >> Did anyone take any pictures during field day with BVARC at the fire training facility? Ive looked at facebook and the email threads and the only pictures Ive seen are a few drone shots of antennas. >> If I missed a link, then whoops, apologies.. otherwise, Id love to see some pics if someone has them in a publicly accessible repository. >> >> Thanks >> 73/Chris/AC5CM >> >> >> >> Typos brought to you by iPhone >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From richardyoo at gmail.com Mon Jul 3 01:48:00 2023 From: richardyoo at gmail.com (Richard Yoo) Date: Mon, 3 Jul 2023 01:48:00 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Encryption coming to OTA TV Broadcasts Message-ID: I don't know if y'all are aware, but the broadcasters are attempting to DRM encrypt all OTA TV broadcasts via the new ATSC 3.0 standard. Heads up. Tell the FCC: No DRM Encryption of ATSC 3.0 Broadcasts - Sign the Petition! https://chng.it/HMp2XKGD via @Change Please sign and share. Richard, N5YOO From greerjw at hotmail.com Mon Jul 3 12:31:35 2023 From: greerjw at hotmail.com (Jeff Greer) Date: Mon, 3 Jul 2023 17:31:35 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] BVARC BoD Mtg Message-ID: All, Board meeting this Sunday evening, via Zoom. As always, meetings are open to all members, should they elect to attend. BVARC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. 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Mike Hardwick. Begin forwarded message: > From: Tidelands Amateur Radio Society > Date: July 3, 2023 at 1:42:53 PM CDT > To: n5vcx at att.net > Subject: Texas City, Tidelands Hamfest 2023 > Reply-To: hamfest at tidelands.org > > ? > > Hamfest 2023 > ? Saturday July 8, 2023 > NOTICE: If you have had a registration returned to you > > saying P.O. Box Closed, Please email info at tidelands.org > > with your information or a copy of your registration and > > we will reserve it and you may pay upon arrival. > > It is not closed, just an error on the USPS in Texas City. > > We have been receiving the majority of all registrations > > just a small handful have been sent back. > > > Texas City, Tidelands Hamfest 2023 > > > > (c)2020 Copyright - Michael A. Maynard, a.k.a. K4ICY > > CQ CQ CQ Calling All Hams > > Tidelands Amateur Radio Society is gearing up once again and inviting you to attend the Annual Hamfest being hosted in Texas City, Texas at the Doyle Convention Center from 8am to 2pm on Saturday July 8, 2023. > Please find attached to this email the Hamfest Registration Form for General Admission along with Table Reservations. > Talk In 147.140 MHz Tone 167.9 (Secondary) 442.025 MHz Tone 103.5 > > > Speakers and > > Topics: > > 9:00am - ARRL Updates and Changes > Stuart Wolfe KF5NIX > ARRL South Texas Section Manager > > 10:00am - CLARC ARRL VEC Amateur Radio License Exam Session > > 10:00am - Hidden Transmitter Hunt- This year will be a little different and more challenging, We will be utilizing 4 Hidden Transmitters within the surrounding area, so be prepared to hunt a little bit. Prizes will be awarded. > > 11:00am - Left Foot CW Contest- warm it up and get in it!! Prizes will be awarded > > 2:00pm - Final Drawings for hourly prizes, Grand Prize and Closing Activities > > Additional Talks and discussions may be added shortly > > FYI-There will be a DXCC Card Checker on site and available for your needs. The Checker will be Bob Kaneko NH6L and will be at Table #11. Stop by and visit him. > > > We are acquiring Gift Certificates, Radios and Radio equipment along with other give aways for the Hourly drawings, Grand Prize drawing and Event Prizes. > So come see what we are giving away and participate for a chance at any of the prizes and give aways. > > > > > Radioddity GD-AT10G > > > Vendors: > Major Vendors > Local Vendors > Houston Vintage Radio Association - Auction > > ARRL will be onsite sharing information about Amateur Radio, new technologies, Officers and upcoming changes to FCC Regulations and how they have an effect on Ham Radio. Please visit their booth while roaming the floors at the Hamfest. > > Anyone and/or Vendors wanting to attend and showcase products are welcome. Please register now! > > Individual and Club Swap tables for Trading, Buying and Selling of New/Used Radio Equipment > > CLARC will be hosting Amateur Radio Exam Sessions for all levels of Licensing > > The Houston Vintage Radio Association will be back again this year with their Auction, they have a small admission fee but it is well worth it. If you have anything you wish to auction off, bring it along. > > There will be Drawings hourly for many great items to fill your shack and a Grand Prize Drawing! (Hint, it is not a radio!) > > Grand Prize : > Comet Antennas CAA-500 Mark II SWR/Impedance Analyzer > > Another Give Away: > > Radioddity GD-AT10G 10w UHF DMR/Analog Handheld > > > Other Door Prizes and Giveaways will be raffled off too along with the prizes for Fox Hunt and Left Foot CW Contest. > > > > > > Registration: > > All Major Vendors please inquire to hamfest at tidelands.org for information on table space, presentations and/or needs.. > > Download Registration Form for Mail In: > Hamfest 2023 Registration > Mail Completed forms to: > Tidelands Amateur Radio Society > P.O. 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And is referenced in the video below The video in the petition outlines the issues with what is happening - and how one of the stations in his particular area has gone encrypted - and he's lost access to it... and despite what this article is saying, you cannot actually record any encrypted ATSC 3.0 broadcasts as tested, additionally the spec allows for expiration of the content. here is some other videos explaining the issue from Antenna-Man: https://youtu.be/-nUN5nKvLCc and https://youtu.be/uxnW3ed9yR4 (it should be noted that the fellow in the petition video Lon.TV is also a ham FWIW - https://youtu.be/-l83Q326rMU ) Any ways - I was just sharing since this seems like mostly hidden news. -Richard, N5YOO On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 5:37?PM Bruce via BVARC wrote: > > This link explains the DRM and how it is actually a part of the ATSC 3.0 > standard. > > https://www.techhive.com/article/583070/does-next-gen-tv-spell-doom-for-over-the-air-dvr.html > > 73...bruce > > On 7/3/2023 1:48 AM, Richard Yoo via BVARC wrote: > > I don't know if y'all are aware, but the broadcasters are attempting > > to DRM encrypt all OTA TV broadcasts via the new ATSC 3.0 standard. > > Heads up. > > > > Tell the FCC: No DRM Encryption of ATSC 3.0 Broadcasts - Sign the > > Petition! https://chng.it/HMp2XKGD via @Change > > > > Please sign and share. > > > > Richard, N5YOO > > > > ________________________________________________ > > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > > > BVARC mailing list > > BVARC at bvarc.org > > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > -- > > Bruce Paige, KK5DO > > AMSAT Director Contests and Awards > AMSAT Board Member 2016-2024 > > ARRL Awards Field Checker (DXCC, WAS, 5BWAS, VUCC), VE > > Houston AMSAT Net - Wed 0200z on Echolink - Conference *AMSAT* > Also live streaming MP3 at http://www.amsatnet.com > Podcast at http://www.amsatnet.com/podcast.xml or iTunes > > Latest satellite news on the ARRL Audio News > http://www.arrl.org > > AMSAT on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/amsat > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From mark at k5gq.net Tue Jul 4 05:08:05 2023 From: mark at k5gq.net (Mark) Date: Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:08:05 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] ] Upcoming Contests July 8-9 - IARU HF World Championship In-Reply-To: References: <1039677617.1073788.1688414307682.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <1039677617.1073788.1688414307682@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <254c98d8191437b7de6c68f9afe3dcae@k5gq.net> begins Saturday at 7:00 AM local time. exchange: Non-HQ: RS(T) + ITU Zone No ALSO, SEND A COPY OF YOUR IARU CONTEST CABRILLO FILE TO THE WRTC2022 JUDGES WRTC2022 site https://www.wrtc2022.it for you to send in your log. MARK K5GQ -------- Original Message -------- SUBJECT: Re: [tdxs-list] Upcoming Contests July 8-9 DATE: 2023-07-03 21:27 FROM: David McCarty TO: Mark CC: tdxs-list at tdxs.net On behalf of the WRTC Judging Committee, I ask you: PLEASE SEND A COPY OF YOUR IARU CONTEST CABRILLO FILE TO THE WRTC2022 JUDGES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AFTER THE CONTEST IS OVER! The judges will have only until Monday afternoon to get the logs of the competitors checked to determine the medal winners, so they need your logs to help them as soon as you can send them. There will be a link on the WRTC2022 site https://www.wrtc2022.it for you to send in your log. YOU STILL HAVE TO SEND IN YOUR LOG TO THE ARRL ROBOT FOR THE IARU CONTEST. 73, and please pass the word to CTDXCC, BVARC, et al. Dave K5GN On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 15:08 James Burrough wrote: > Here is another weekend with a single but significant contest. The IARU > HF World Championship begins Saturday at 7:00 AM local time. 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On Wed, Jul 5, 2023 at 3:25?PM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC < bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > Marvin N5RKW > > Sent from my iPhone > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jcarson222 at yahoo.com Wed Jul 5 15:44:06 2023 From: jcarson222 at yahoo.com (Jeffrey Carson) Date: Wed, 5 Jul 2023 20:44:06 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] Off topic: weird music on 43.54 MHz In-Reply-To: References: <41B3A6F7-4EE3-42A4-89A8-31CD6171B60F@abc.com> Message-ID: <271770261.67513.1688589846731@mail.yahoo.com> Thats exactly what I was going to say. Some sort of auto patch used by the frequency owner maybe? On Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 03:29:01 PM CDT, Karl Bernard via BVARC wrote: How weird - that sounds kinda like telephone on-hold music. On Wed, Jul 5, 2023 at 3:25?PM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC wrote: Marvin N5RKW? Sent from my iPhone________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Mike Hardwick. > On Jul 5, 2023, at 3:28 PM, Karl Bernard via BVARC wrote: > > ? > How weird - that sounds kinda like telephone on-hold music. > >> On Wed, Jul 5, 2023 at 3:25?PM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC wrote: >> Marvin N5RKW >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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How tall is the antenna? If directional, what is the azimuth? Last but not least, what part of Houston do you live in? Mike Hardwick. On Jul 5, 2023, at 3:28 PM, Karl Bernard via BVARC wrote: ? How weird - that sounds kinda like telephone on-hold music. On Wed, Jul 5, 2023 at 3:25?PM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC > wrote: Marvin N5RKW Sent from my iPhone ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Also could it be a harmonic or derived from mixing with an intermediate frequency? 73 John Denison KD5YOU On 7/5/2023 3:24 PM, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC wrote: > Marvin N5RKW > > Sent from my iPhone > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here:https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From john4640 at gmail.com Wed Jul 5 19:12:01 2023 From: john4640 at gmail.com (John Davis) Date: Wed, 5 Jul 2023 19:12:01 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Kenwood 850S In-Reply-To: <1715369160.55092.1688596790427@mail.yahoo.com> References: <1715369160.55092.1688596790427.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <1715369160.55092.1688596790427@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I honestly don?t know what would be reasonable. On Wed, Jul 5, 2023 at 17:40 john Parmalee via BVARC wrote: > Greeting all, > > > > I have acquired a Kenwood TS 850S transceiver I would like to pass on as > parts or maybe a rig you brought back to work more DX. > > > > I think the problem is a bad cap across the 5v supply. The 7v supply is > good as is the front panel display. > > > > The 850 is a 160 through 10 rig, all mode, 100 watt. It is surface mount > construction. > > > > Make me a reasonable offer please. > > John Parmalee > Jparmalee at aol.com > 281-380-3811 > K5VGM WI2XLJ > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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It is surface mount construction. Make me a reasonable offer please. John Parmalee Jparmalee at aol.com 281-380-3811 K5VGM WI2XLJ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Sent from my iPhone On Jul 5, 2023, at 6:19 PM, John Denison via BVARC wrote: ? This Message is From an External Sender Caution: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Since it is music, do you concurrently hear it on any commercial broadcast frequency? Also could it be a harmonic or derived from mixing with an intermediate frequency? 73 John Denison KD5YOU On 7/5/2023 3:24 PM, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC wrote: Marvin N5RKW Sent from my iPhone ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org__;!!Om87Lau1Cg!In-KhZAZ0zVA_xhimvHKMNDCWcHlWZ8abegErHUCEPrPxOYa5lUjGS4QPzYlssBTIQmHp0_SqH05TA$ Publicly available archives are available here: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/__;!!Om87Lau1Cg!In-KhZAZ0zVA_xhimvHKMNDCWcHlWZ8abegErHUCEPrPxOYa5lUjGS4QPzYlssBTIQmHp0_oWlfD6A$ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I?m thinking in > could be a Muzak style service in a foreign country. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jul 5, 2023, at 6:19 PM, John Denison via BVARC >> wrote: >> >> ? >> >> *This Message is From an External Sender* >> Caution: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize >> the sender and know the content is safe. >> >> Since it is music, do you concurrently hear it on any commercial >> broadcast frequency? >> >> Also could it be a harmonic or derived from mixing with an >> intermediate frequency? >> >> 73 >> John Denison >> KD5YOU >> >> On 7/5/2023 3:24 PM, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC wrote: >>> Marvin N5RKW >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>> ________________________________________________ >>> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >>> >>> BVARC mailing list >>> BVARC at bvarc.org >>> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >>> Publicly available archives are available here:https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org__;!!Om87Lau1Cg!In-KhZAZ0zVA_xhimvHKMNDCWcHlWZ8abegErHUCEPrPxOYa5lUjGS4QPzYlssBTIQmHp0_SqH05TA$ >> >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/__;!!Om87Lau1Cg!In-KhZAZ0zVA_xhimvHKMNDCWcHlWZ8abegErHUCEPrPxOYa5lUjGS4QPzYlssBTIQmHp0_oWlfD6A$ >> -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I'm sure this is unrelated, but I found it on Wikipedia: In Italy 375-line television transmissions were undertaken by Arturo Castellani [8][9][10] in 1937,[11] with daily broadcasts from Rome, between 6pm and 9:30pm on 6.9 meters (43.45 MHz) with a power of 2 kW. I wonder if someone revived an old transmitter and is using it for music or Muzak. 73 John Denison KD5YOU On 7/5/2023 8:47 PM, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) wrote: Not it doesn?t correspond with any local stations. I?m thinking in could be a Muzak style service in a foreign country. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 5, 2023, at 6:19 PM, John Denison via BVARC wrote: ? This Message is From an External Sender Caution: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Since it is music, do you concurrently hear it on any commercial broadcast frequency? Also could it be a harmonic or derived from mixing with an intermediate frequency? 73 John Denison KD5YOU On 7/5/2023 3:24 PM, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC wrote: Marvin N5RKW Sent from my iPhone ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org__;!!Om87Lau1Cg!In-KhZAZ0zVA_xhimvHKMNDCWcHlWZ8abegErHUCEPrPxOYa5lUjGS4QPzYlssBTIQmHp0_SqH05TA$ Publicly available archives are available here: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/__;!!Om87Lau1Cg!In-KhZAZ0zVA_xhimvHKMNDCWcHlWZ8abegErHUCEPrPxOYa5lUjGS4QPzYlssBTIQmHp0_oWlfD6A$ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org__;!!Om87Lau1Cg!M-wxVrJ53is1IIHdihLLos-ryqOPN1G8dUQsd49OKEyYlMjT1mxcSr7fniT2S4Id53s52rdXUBHwcg$ Publicly available archives are available here: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/__;!!Om87Lau1Cg!M-wxVrJ53is1IIHdihLLos-ryqOPN1G8dUQsd49OKEyYlMjT1mxcSr7fniT2S4Id53s52rf6q6zP4A$ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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And is referenced in > the video below > > The video in the petition outlines the issues with what is happening - > and how one of the stations in his particular area has gone encrypted > - and he's lost access to it... and despite what this article is > saying, you cannot actually record any encrypted ATSC 3.0 broadcasts > as tested, additionally the spec allows for expiration of the content. > > here is some other videos explaining the issue from Antenna-Man: > https://youtu.be/-nUN5nKvLCc and https://youtu.be/uxnW3ed9yR4 > > (it should be noted that the fellow in the petition video Lon.TV is > also a ham FWIW - https://youtu.be/-l83Q326rMU ) > > Any ways - I was just sharing since this seems like mostly hidden news. > > -Richard, N5YOO > > On Mon, Jul 3, 2023 at 5:37?PM Bruce via BVARC wrote: > > > > This link explains the DRM and how it is actually a part of the ATSC 3.0 > > standard. > > > > https://www.techhive.com/article/583070/does-next-gen-tv-spell-doom-for-over-the-air-dvr.html > > > > 73...bruce > > > > On 7/3/2023 1:48 AM, Richard Yoo via BVARC wrote: > > > I don't know if y'all are aware, but the broadcasters are attempting > > > to DRM encrypt all OTA TV broadcasts via the new ATSC 3.0 standard. > > > Heads up. > > > > > > Tell the FCC: No DRM Encryption of ATSC 3.0 Broadcasts - Sign the > > > Petition! https://chng.it/HMp2XKGD via @Change > > > > > > Please sign and share. > > > > > > Richard, N5YOO > > > > > > ________________________________________________ > > > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > > > > > BVARC mailing list > > > BVARC at bvarc.org > > > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > > > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > > -- > > > > Bruce Paige, KK5DO > > > > AMSAT Director Contests and Awards > > AMSAT Board Member 2016-2024 > > > > ARRL Awards Field Checker (DXCC, WAS, 5BWAS, VUCC), VE > > > > Houston AMSAT Net - Wed 0200z on Echolink - Conference *AMSAT* > > Also live streaming MP3 at http://www.amsatnet.com > > Podcast at http://www.amsatnet.com/podcast.xml or iTunes > > > > Latest satellite news on the ARRL Audio News > > http://www.arrl.org > > > > AMSAT on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/amsat > > > > > > ________________________________________________ > > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > > > BVARC mailing list > > BVARC at bvarc.org > > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From n5prd at yahoo.com Thu Jul 6 20:12:17 2023 From: n5prd at yahoo.com (Mark Brantana) Date: Thu, 6 Jul 2023 20:12:17 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Kenwood TS 850S In-Reply-To: <37219821.54549.1688594619616@mail.yahoo.com> References: <37219821.54549.1688594619616.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <37219821.54549.1688594619616@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <928851EF-C346-4F06-9A7B-215D7E5C384F@yahoo.com> I would like have this if it if it is still available. 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All the best, Walter/K5WH From: BVARC On Behalf Of Chris Medlin via BVARC Sent: Saturday, July 8, 2023 1:47 PM To: bvarc at bvarc.org Cc: Chris Medlin Subject: [BVARC] Antenna Modeling Software Experience Im curious if anyone has had any luck using antenna modeling software. I have installed several trial versions (including a fully licensed academic version) and some have no support while others require a PHD in electrical and mechanical engineering to operate. I'm looking for software that I can draw up horizontally polarized wire antennas and then manipulate its various positions with bends, turns, etc at different points to see the change in theoretical radiation pattern, and someone who has experience using. If you have any experience with such software, I am very interested in learning how to fish. Thanks & 73 Chris/AC5CM -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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J > > > > Craig / K8CPC > > > > *From:* BVARC *On Behalf Of *Walter Holmes via > BVARC > *Sent:* Saturday, July 8, 2023 12:28 PM > *To:* 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' > *Cc:* walterh at k5wh.net > *Subject:* [BVARC] BLT-117 Balloon Launched at Field Day > > > > The K5WH-117 or BLT-117 balloon has barely made it half way around the > planet after 2 weeks. > > > > Normally in 2 weeks it will make a full revolution, but this one is sure > taking a leisurely trip. ? > > > > > > > > > > Walter/K5WH > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -- Randy Kozlovsky 832-721-4797 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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International Amateur Radio Union HF Contest - 2023-07-08 1200Z to 2023-07-09 1200Z - 501 QSOs N5XZ Max Rates: 2023-07-08 1207Z - 5.0 per minute (1 minute(s)), 300 per hour 2023-07-08 1334Z - 3.2 per minute (10 minute(s)), 192 per hour 2023-07-08 1400Z - 2.3 per minute (60 minute(s)), 138 per hour 2023-07-08 1204 - 1212Z, 14014 kHz, 23 Qs, 171.4/hr N5XZ 2023-07-08 1321 - 1400Z, 21030 kHz, 118 Qs, 178.7/hr N5XZ 2023-07-09 0034 - 0043Z, 21027 kHz, 23 Qs, 149.2/hr N5XZ 2023-07-09 0056 - 0104Z, 14045 kHz, 24 Qs, 181.1/hr N5XZ 2023-07-09 0112 - 0720Z, 14022 kHz, 22 Qs, 3.6/hr N5XZ 2023-07-09 0723 - 0755Z, 14023 kHz, 95 Qs, 177.1/hr N5XZ 2023-07-09 0759 - 0807Z, 7036 kHz, 18 Qs, 151.4/hr N5XZ 2023-07-09 0836Z - 0855, 14033 kHz, 47 Qs, 146.1/hr Rig: K3 Amp: Alpha 78 (when used) Ant: 4-el SteppIR @ 75 feet S/W: N1MM+ (What else?) Posted using 3830 Score Submittal Forms at: http://www.3830scores.com/ Allen R. Brier N5XZ 1515 Windloch Lane Richmond, TX 77406 713-705-4801 -- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG antivirus software. www.avg.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Marvin.Suggs at abc.com Sun Jul 9 10:12:21 2023 From: Marvin.Suggs at abc.com (Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV)) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 15:12:21 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] Off Topic: Fun with low band Message-ID: <7EB50CEE-977F-44A4-A838-438FED19F083@abc.com> July 1-7, 2023 Richmond,TX Bearcat BCT15X scanner Sirio GPA 27-45 MHz ground plane antenna. 33.98 167.9? 35.44 131.8? 37.36 110.9 Illinois DOC 39.50 131.8 Bland Co, VA SO 39.52 79.7 Craig Co, VA SO 39.98 88.5 Greene Co, NC FD 42.10 203.5 Missouri DPS/Springfield 42.12 118.8 California HP/Bishop 42.12 203.5 Missouri DPS/Springfield 42.56 118.8 California HP/Barstow 42.96 91.5? 43.00 114.8 River City Readymix, La Crosse Co, WI 43.12 146.2 ? Hey rob are you back?? 43.32 192.8 ??get some water over there? 43.44 77.0 Ingram Readymix, Houston,TX 43.74 107.2 Thumb Body Express, Tuscola Co, MI 43.88 146.2? ?44 thousand seven hundred ??push up the top soil ? 45.26 131.8 Nevada Co, CA Animal Control 45.82 203.5? 46.06 97.4 Cumberland Co, PA FD 46.10 123.0 Citrus Co, FL FD 46.12 79.7? 46.14 136.5 Chardon, OH FD 46.18 173.8 Wetzel Co, WV FD 46.20 100.0 Tioga Co, NY FD 46.40 114.8 ? 46.46 CSQ Baltimore Co, MD FD 46.46 CSQ Rockingham Co,NC 47.02 107.2 N. Carolina DOT 47.02 136.5 New York DOT/Putnam Co 47.06 D073 Florida DOT/Deland 47.08 71.9 West Virginia DOH 47.10 107.2 N. Carolina DOH 47.24 D073 Florida DOT/Deland 47.28 71.9 West Virginia DOH 47.56 173.8 ? Sent from my iPhone From Marvin.Suggs at abc.com Sun Jul 9 10:26:12 2023 From: Marvin.Suggs at abc.com (Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV)) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 15:26:12 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] Off topic: Host Needed In-Reply-To: <8483455A-C441-4A11-9938-08B2A82141F0@abc.com> References: <8483455A-C441-4A11-9938-08B2A82141F0@abc.com> Message-ID: Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: "Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV)" Date: July 9, 2023 at 10:18:24 AM CDT To: Jason Kinley Subject: Re: Host Needed ? Will do sir Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2023, at 10:14 AM, Jason Kinley wrote: ? This Message is From an External Sender Caution: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Marvin We are losing our Galveston County TX Host - let me know if you have anyone that may be able to host that area. Jason Kinley, Owner Alertpage, Inc. www.alertpage.net [https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4yrrZCsHm4KlDzgQXTKlwZtXzs8FDWYB1iTRi9FlS1G1kTAtfTCyf2osz0Nk1y2iwi4Tti6BnA] -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kd5fba at gmail.com Sun Jul 9 11:11:36 2023 From: kd5fba at gmail.com (Scott Medbury) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 11:11:36 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Off Topic: Fun with low band In-Reply-To: <7EB50CEE-977F-44A4-A838-438FED19F083@abc.com> References: <7EB50CEE-977F-44A4-A838-438FED19F083@abc.com> Message-ID: Reminds me of posts and conversations with "scanner" Jack. Anyone who has been around for a long time will remember him and his walking up and down Hwy 6. I for one miss him. 73 de Scott KD5FBA On Sun, Jul 9, 2023, 10:13 AM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC < bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > July 1-7, 2023 Richmond,TX Bearcat BCT15X scanner Sirio GPA 27-45 MHz > ground plane antenna. > 33.98 167.9? > 35.44 131.8? > 37.36 110.9 Illinois DOC > 39.50 131.8 Bland Co, VA SO > 39.52 79.7 Craig Co, VA SO > 39.98 88.5 Greene Co, NC FD > 42.10 203.5 Missouri DPS/Springfield > 42.12 118.8 California HP/Bishop > 42.12 203.5 Missouri DPS/Springfield > 42.56 118.8 California HP/Barstow > 42.96 91.5? > 43.00 114.8 River City Readymix, La Crosse Co, WI > 43.12 146.2 ? Hey rob are you back?? > 43.32 192.8 ??get some water over there? > 43.44 77.0 Ingram Readymix, Houston,TX > 43.74 107.2 Thumb Body Express, Tuscola Co, MI > 43.88 146.2? ?44 thousand seven hundred ??push up the top soil ? > 45.26 131.8 Nevada Co, CA Animal Control > 45.82 203.5? > 46.06 97.4 Cumberland Co, PA FD > 46.10 123.0 Citrus Co, FL FD > 46.12 79.7? > 46.14 136.5 Chardon, OH FD > 46.18 173.8 Wetzel Co, WV FD > 46.20 100.0 Tioga Co, NY FD > 46.40 114.8 ? > 46.46 CSQ Baltimore Co, MD FD > 46.46 CSQ Rockingham Co,NC > 47.02 107.2 N. Carolina DOT > 47.02 136.5 New York DOT/Putnam Co > 47.06 D073 Florida DOT/Deland > 47.08 71.9 West Virginia DOH > 47.10 107.2 N. Carolina DOH > 47.24 D073 Florida DOT/Deland > 47.28 71.9 West Virginia DOH > 47.56 173.8 ? > > > Sent from my iPhone > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mike.williams at shopjubilee.com Sun Jul 9 12:04:24 2023 From: mike.williams at shopjubilee.com (mike.williams shopjubilee.com) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 17:04:24 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] Off Topic: Fun with low band In-Reply-To: References: <7EB50CEE-977F-44A4-A838-438FED19F083@abc.com> Message-ID: Scanner Jack was a volunteer member with Ft. Bend County EOC and was recognized a number of times for his contributions to the Radio Shack scanner books of frequencies. Once he complained of low signal strength from the Ft. Bend EOC repeater. We investigated and learned his QTH was situated perfectly in the shadow of the tower whereas the repeater antenna was mounted on the opposite side of the tower from his QTH. RIP Jack 73, Mike KK5SC Sent from my T-Mobile 5G Device Get Outlook for Android ________________________________ From: BVARC on behalf of Scott Medbury via BVARC Sent: Sunday, July 9, 2023 11:11:36 AM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Scott Medbury ; Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) Subject: Re: [BVARC] Off Topic: Fun with low band Reminds me of posts and conversations with "scanner" Jack. Anyone who has been around for a long time will remember him and his walking up and down Hwy 6. I for one miss him. 73 de Scott KD5FBA On Sun, Jul 9, 2023, 10:13 AM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC > wrote: July 1-7, 2023 Richmond,TX Bearcat BCT15X scanner Sirio GPA 27-45 MHz ground plane antenna. 33.98 167.9? 35.44 131.8? 37.36 110.9 Illinois DOC 39.50 131.8 Bland Co, VA SO 39.52 79.7 Craig Co, VA SO 39.98 88.5 Greene Co, NC FD 42.10 203.5 Missouri DPS/Springfield 42.12 118.8 California HP/Bishop 42.12 203.5 Missouri DPS/Springfield 42.56 118.8 California HP/Barstow 42.96 91.5? 43.00 114.8 River City Readymix, La Crosse Co, WI 43.12 146.2 ? Hey rob are you back?? 43.32 192.8 ??get some water over there? 43.44 77.0 Ingram Readymix, Houston,TX 43.74 107.2 Thumb Body Express, Tuscola Co, MI 43.88 146.2? ?44 thousand seven hundred ??push up the top soil ? 45.26 131.8 Nevada Co, CA Animal Control 45.82 203.5? 46.06 97.4 Cumberland Co, PA FD 46.10 123.0 Citrus Co, FL FD 46.12 79.7? 46.14 136.5 Chardon, OH FD 46.18 173.8 Wetzel Co, WV FD 46.20 100.0 Tioga Co, NY FD 46.40 114.8 ? 46.46 CSQ Baltimore Co, MD FD 46.46 CSQ Rockingham Co,NC 47.02 107.2 N. Carolina DOT 47.02 136.5 New York DOT/Putnam Co 47.06 D073 Florida DOT/Deland 47.08 71.9 West Virginia DOH 47.10 107.2 N. Carolina DOH 47.24 D073 Florida DOT/Deland 47.28 71.9 West Virginia DOH 47.56 173.8 ? Sent from my iPhone ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From john4640 at gmail.com Sun Jul 9 12:13:54 2023 From: john4640 at gmail.com (John Davis) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 12:13:54 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Kenwood TS 850S In-Reply-To: <5EDAF333-E6B4-425E-AFD6-B235B9BBEC76@yahoo.com> References: <37219821.54549.1688594619616.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <37219821.54549.1688594619616@mail.yahoo.com> <928851EF-C346-4F06-9A7B-215D7E5C384F@yahoo.com> <5EDAF333-E6B4-425E-AFD6-B235B9BBEC76@yahoo.com> Message-ID: Likewise. My wife went to be with the Lord about 15 years ago but l would enjoy visiting more with you and meeting your wife. John On Sat, Jul 8, 2023 at 22:41 Mark Brantana via BVARC wrote: > John, > It was great meeting you in person and to meet your Wife. Wish we could > have had more time to talk. Hope we have another opportunity sometime. > Mark > N5PRD > > > On Jul 6, 2023, at 8:12 PM, Mark Brantana via BVARC > wrote: > > I would like have this if it if it is still available. When was it last > operated? > > Mark > > On Jul 5, 2023, at 5:03 PM, john Parmalee via BVARC > wrote: > > Kenwood TS 850S > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From k5pgf at yahoo.com Sun Jul 9 17:56:25 2023 From: k5pgf at yahoo.com (terry leatherland) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 22:56:25 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? References: <126233023.925910.1688943385306.ref@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new Pi4.? Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their brain?? ?John Kd5you??Terry Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From w5lictx at gmail.com Sun Jul 9 18:00:45 2023 From: w5lictx at gmail.com (anthony moro) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 18:00:45 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> References: <126233023.925910.1688943385306.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I would also like to know how to do this as well. Maybe make a class about it. On Sun, Jul 9, 2023, 5:57 PM terry leatherland via BVARC wrote: > I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new > Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their > brain? John Kd5you? > Terry > > > Terry Leatherland, K5PGF > 281-455-8090 > Sugar Land, Tx > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From david at fluffyshotme.com Sun Jul 9 19:04:54 2023 From: david at fluffyshotme.com (David Morefield) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 19:04:54 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <19ECA7E8-3EED-4BA5-952A-CA6987B3815F@fluffyshotme.com> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kdutson at sbcglobal.net Sun Jul 9 21:47:30 2023 From: kdutson at sbcglobal.net (Keith Dutson) Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 02:47:30 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] Looking for a Voice Keyer. Kit preferred or off the shelf In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1907872879.1764651.1688957250486@mail.yahoo.com> I have the MFJ-434B in original box with cables.? I was planning to put it on eBay.? Make me an offer. 73, Keith NM5G On Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 05:01:03 PM CDT, Rick Hiller via BVARC wrote: Can anyone point me to a voice keyer kit?? Doesn't have to be a complete?kit , I can do the interfacing, etc.? I used to see them but can't find them anymore.? ? Thanks...Rick? W5RH ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kd5you at comcast.net Sun Jul 9 22:15:29 2023 From: kd5you at comcast.net (John Denison) Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2023 22:15:29 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> References: <126233023.925910.1688943385306.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <9eefabfe-c3bf-a6d1-ee27-3f057ad71273@comcast.net> I've never used Raspberry Pi before, so honestly I can't help you there. I do use a Kantronics KPC3+ TNC which has digipeat capability though. 73 John Denison KD5YOU On 7/9/2023 5:56 PM, terry leatherland via BVARC wrote: > I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my > new Pi4.? Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick > their brain?? ?John Kd5you? > Terry > > > Terry Leatherland, K5PGF > 281-455-8090 > Sugar Land, Tx > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here:https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Whether it was Field Day, BVARC hamfests under various names, or any other BVARC events, Cameron was sure to be there with his camera. Thank you Cameron Mitchell for everything you have done for ham radio and beyond. 73 John Denison KD5YOU From beachcatbum at gmail.com Mon Jul 10 06:56:00 2023 From: beachcatbum at gmail.com (M Reiter) Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 06:56:00 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> References: <126233023.925910.1688943385306.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future. Marc KI5ZHO On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC wrote: > I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new > Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their > brain? John Kd5you? > Terry > > > Terry Leatherland, K5PGF > 281-455-8090 > Sugar Land, Tx > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ido.samuelson at gmail.com Mon Jul 10 09:01:17 2023 From: ido.samuelson at gmail.com (Ido Samuelson) Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:01:17 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: References: <126233023.925910.1688943385306.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I have a bunch of pi4 and the orange pi5 ... I'm mostly working on sky360.org - robotic system to detect and observe UAP/UFO Will be happy to assist On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 6:57?AM M Reiter via BVARC wrote: > Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu > loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a > winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the > winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still > work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future. > Marc > KI5ZHO > > On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC < > bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > >> I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new >> Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their >> brain? John Kd5you? >> Terry >> >> >> Terry Leatherland, K5PGF >> 281-455-8090 >> Sugar Land, Tx >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From walterh at k5wh.net Mon Jul 10 09:09:13 2023 From: walterh at k5wh.net (walterh at k5wh.net) Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:09:13 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> References: <126233023.925910.1688943385306.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <000001d9b338$1bb81690$532843b0$@k5wh.net> Terry, Depending on the complexity of the operating environment you plan to use this in, that may alter your choices. As there are many to choose from. But a very simple and easy way to do this is with Direwolf software and an inexpensive RTL-SDR dongle from Amazon or Ebay. Amazon.com: RTL-SDR Blog V3 R860 RTL2832U 1PPM TCXO SMA Software Defined Radio (Dongle Only) (Black) : Electronics (the BLACK one is the NEWER model) Build an Amateur Radio APRS RX Only IGate Using a Raspberry Pi and an RTL-SDR Dongle in Less Than Half an Hour : 5 Steps - Instructables You load a custom configured image onto an SD card, plug it in, and set a couple small parameters like your callsign and GPS coordinates, and you?re on the air. I leave one running here all the time for testing out our APRS trackers for balloon launches and piping the data into the APRS-IS or Igate network for visibility on APRS.fi. There are plenty of other solutions available as well. Just do a google search on ?aprs on raspberry pi? There are several hardware solutions also, like the TNC4 from Moblelink. Mobilinkd TNC4 | Mobilinkd But that gets away from the Raspberry pi, which I think was your goal. Although this device will work on anything, including the connection to ANY radio to get you on the air. If you have a radio that supports 9600 baud data, like a recent Kenwood and others, you can even do M17 with it, a developing NEW digital mode. Hope that helps, Walter/K5WH From: BVARC On Behalf Of terry leatherland via BVARC Sent: Sunday, July 9, 2023 5:56 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: terry leatherland Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their brain? John Kd5you? Terry Terry Leatherland, K5PGF 281-455-8090 Sugar Land, Tx -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From k5pgf at yahoo.com Mon Jul 10 17:18:30 2023 From: k5pgf at yahoo.com (terry leatherland) Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 22:18:30 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: References: <126233023.925910.1688943385306.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1275636416.1232779.1689027510352@mail.yahoo.com> Sounds like I have started a HAm R-pi club of sorts inside BVARC :-)?I received 3 responses. I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon.? Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 06:56:41 AM CDT, M Reiter wrote: Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future.MarcKI5ZHO On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC wrote: I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new Pi4.? Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their brain?? ?John Kd5you??Terry Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From m733shanks at gmail.com Mon Jul 10 19:53:06 2023 From: m733shanks at gmail.com (Michael Shanks) Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 19:53:06 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: <1275636416.1232779.1689027510352@mail.yahoo.com> References: <126233023.925910.1688943385306.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <126233023.925910.1688943385306@mail.yahoo.com> <1275636416.1232779.1689027510352@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Put me on that ZOOM list I want to learn KI5NPMike On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 5:19?PM terry leatherland via BVARC wrote: > Sounds like I have started a HAm R-pi club of sorts inside BVARC :-) > I received 3 responses. I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon. > > > Terry Leatherland, K5PGF > 281-455-8090 > Sugar Land, Tx > > > > On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 06:56:41 AM CDT, M Reiter < > beachcatbum at gmail.com> wrote: > > > Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu > loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a > winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the > winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still > work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future. > Marc > KI5ZHO > > On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC < > bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > > I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new > Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their > brain? John Kd5you? > Terry > > > Terry Leatherland, K5PGF > 281-455-8090 > Sugar Land, Tx > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From greerjw at hotmail.com Mon Jul 10 20:07:23 2023 From: greerjw at hotmail.com (Jeff Greer) Date: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 01:07:23 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] BVARC Mtg - K5WH and the BLT Message-ID: Up, up, and away! Join us as Walter Holmes K5WH talks all things amateur radio ballooning! Meeting is in person at the fire station (16005 Bellaire Blvd) or via Zoom (deets below). 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Put me on that ZOOM list I want to learn KI5NPMike On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 5:19?PM terry leatherland via BVARC > wrote: Sounds like I have started a HAm R-pi club of sorts inside BVARC :-) I received 3 responses. I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon. Terry Leatherland, K5PGF 281-455-8090 Sugar Land, Tx On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 06:56:41 AM CDT, M Reiter > wrote: Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future. Marc KI5ZHO On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC > wrote: I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their brain? John Kd5you? Terry Terry Leatherland, K5PGF 281-455-8090 Sugar Land, Tx ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kori113 at gmail.com Tue Jul 11 05:45:19 2023 From: kori113 at gmail.com (Kori Rahman) Date: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 05:45:19 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] TONIGHT: Brews with BVARC! Message-ID: Hello everyone! Just a reminder that *Brews with **BVARC is TONIGHT Tuesday July 11th at 6:30pm! *We will be at Frost Town Brewing Company. Please come out if you can. There's always great conversation and camaraderie out at these events, and we hope this one will be no exception. I will be on *146.520MHz FM Simplex* so you can reach out to me if you have trouble finding our table. Please check out their website (https://www.frosttownbrew.com/beers) to see their large list of beers. They have a family friendly and pet friendly taproom (so perhaps bring your tots or pups with you), and they have a rotating selection of food trucks throughout the week. As always, arrive when you can, be safe, be responsible, and let's have fun! [image: image.png] *July Brews with BVARC:* *When:* TONIGHT July 11th at 6:30pm *Where:* Frost Town Brewing Company 100 N Jackson St. Houston, TX 77002 [image: image.png] Thanks and 73! 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On Tue, Jul 11, 2023 at 05:27 mike.williams shopjubilee.com via BVARC < bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > Add me to the list please. > > 73, > Mike Williams KK5SC > 832.563.2865 > > > > Sent from my Galaxy > > > > -------- Original message -------- > From: Michael Shanks via BVARC > Date: 7/10/23 7:53 PM (GMT-06:00) > To: terry leatherland , BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB > > Cc: Michael Shanks > Subject: Re: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? > > Put me on that ZOOM list I want to learn KI5NPMike > > On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 5:19?PM terry leatherland via BVARC < > bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > >> Sounds like I have started a HAm R-pi club of sorts inside BVARC :-) >> I received 3 responses. I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon. >> >> >> Terry Leatherland, K5PGF >> 281-455-8090 >> Sugar Land, Tx >> >> >> >> On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 06:56:41 AM CDT, M Reiter < >> beachcatbum at gmail.com> wrote: >> >> >> Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu >> loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a >> winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the >> winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still >> work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future. >> Marc >> KI5ZHO >> >> On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC < >> bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: >> >> I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new >> Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their >> brain? John Kd5you? >> Terry >> >> >> Terry Leatherland, K5PGF >> 281-455-8090 >> Sugar Land, Tx >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon. > > > Terry Leatherland, K5PGF > 281-455-8090 > Sugar Land, Tx > > > > On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 06:56:41 AM CDT, M Reiter < > beachcatbum at gmail.com> wrote: > > > Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu > loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a > winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the > winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still > work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future. > Marc > KI5ZHO > > On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC < > bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > > I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new > Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their > brain? John Kd5you? > Terry > > > Terry Leatherland, K5PGF > 281-455-8090 > Sugar Land, Tx > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bshircliffe at gmail.com Tue Jul 11 11:50:21 2023 From: bshircliffe at gmail.com (Brian Shircliffe) Date: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:50:21 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] TONIGHT: Brews with BVARC! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Sweet! I?ll probably be there. On Tue, Jul 11, 2023 at 5:45 AM Kori Rahman via BVARC wrote: > Hello everyone! Just a reminder that *Brews with **BVARC is TONIGHT > Tuesday July 11th at 6:30pm! *We will be at Frost Town Brewing Company. > Please come out if you can. There's always great conversation and > camaraderie out at these events, and we hope this one will be no exception. > I will be on *146.520MHz FM Simplex* so you can reach out to me if you > have trouble finding our table. > > Please check out their website (https://www.frosttownbrew.com/beers) to > see their large list of beers. They have a family friendly and pet friendly > taproom (so perhaps bring your tots or pups with you), and they have a > rotating selection of food trucks throughout the week. As always, arrive > when you can, be safe, be responsible, and let's have fun! > > [image: image.png] > > > *July Brews with BVARC:* > *When:* > TONIGHT July 11th at 6:30pm > *Where:* > Frost Town Brewing Company > 100 N Jackson St. > > Houston, TX 77002 > > [image: image.png] > > Thanks and 73! > > > Kori Rahman, WX5KR > *Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club* > > *Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee* > Cell: (770) 298 8516 > > Kori113 at gmail.com > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -- Brian Shircliffe - *832-452-9868* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Mike Knerr KI5UBL 73 On Tue, Jul 11, 2023, 1:47 PM Michael Shanks via BVARC wrote: > Well Terry it looks like you?re gonna have to give a class on this or > somebody is don?t we have room in the place where the testing is done > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jul 11, 2023, at 11:09 AM, Ido Samuelson via BVARC > wrote: > > ? > ? > > On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 5:19 PM terry leatherland via BVARC < > bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > >> Sounds like I have started a HAm R-pi club of sorts inside BVARC :-) >> I received 3 responses. I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon. >> >> >> Terry Leatherland, K5PGF >> 281-455-8090 >> Sugar Land, Tx >> >> >> >> On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 06:56:41 AM CDT, M Reiter < >> beachcatbum at gmail.com> wrote: >> >> >> Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu >> loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a >> winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the >> winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still >> work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future. >> Marc >> KI5ZHO >> >> On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC < >> bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: >> >> I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new >> Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their >> brain? John Kd5you? >> Terry >> >> >> Terry Leatherland, K5PGF >> 281-455-8090 >> Sugar Land, Tx >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Please check out their website (https://www.frosttownbrew.com/beers) to see their large list of beers. They have a family friendly and pet friendly taproom (so perhaps bring your tots or pups with you), and they have a rotating selection of food trucks throughout?the week.?As always, arrive when you can,?be safe, be responsible, and let's?have fun! July?Brews?with?BVARC:When:TONIGHT July 11th at 6:30pmWhere:Frost Town Brewing Company 100 N Jackson St.Houston, TX 77002 Thanks and 73! Kori Rahman, WX5KR Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee Cell:?(770) 298 8516 Kori113 at gmail.com ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Thanks in advance, 73 Venkata Appala KJ5BVS From ddms at sbcglobal.net Wed Jul 12 15:52:05 2023 From: ddms at sbcglobal.net (David Kunetka) Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2023 15:52:05 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Frequencies to monitor for learning In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <231CAA3A-08B7-41F3-B1F8-3D5712EE2EE6@sbcglobal.net> Easiest way to find frequencies you would like to monitor is through Repeater Book. Is an online app. Download the app. Put in a radius (10 mile, 50 miles etc)to see what repeaters are near you. Gives you the CTCSS and DCS codes too. 3?s David K KI5TEB Sent from my iPad > On Jul 12, 2023, at 3:30 PM, Venkata Appala via BVARC wrote: > > ?Afternoon, > I am a new Ham( got my tech license yesterday) and got my first HT today. I am wondering if there are any frequencies I can monitor to listen in and understand the various intricacies involved in amateur radio. I live in Fulshear which is further west to Katy and not sure if there are any repeaters that reach this side of town. > > Thanks in advance, > 73 > Venkata Appala KJ5BVS > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From pradhanavs at gmail.com Wed Jul 12 16:03:35 2023 From: pradhanavs at gmail.com (Venkata Appala) Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2023 16:03:35 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Frequencies to monitor for learning In-Reply-To: <231CAA3A-08B7-41F3-B1F8-3D5712EE2EE6@sbcglobal.net> References: <231CAA3A-08B7-41F3-B1F8-3D5712EE2EE6@sbcglobal.net> Message-ID: <0F3B1E66-7E2D-4B60-8441-6F3B726F354E@gmail.com> Thank you for the information David. I will check it out right away. Venkata Appala KJ5BVS > On Jul 12, 2023, at 3:52 PM, David Kunetka via BVARC wrote: > > ?Easiest way to find frequencies you would like to monitor is through Repeater Book. Is an online app. Download the app. Put in a radius (10 mile, 50 miles etc)to see what repeaters are near you. Gives you the CTCSS and DCS codes too. > > 3?s > > David K > KI5TEB > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Jul 12, 2023, at 3:30 PM, Venkata Appala via BVARC wrote: >> >> ?Afternoon, >> I am a new Ham( got my tech license yesterday) and got my first HT today. I am wondering if there are any frequencies I can monitor to listen in and understand the various intricacies involved in amateur radio. I live in Fulshear which is further west to Katy and not sure if there are any repeaters that reach this side of town. >> >> Thanks in advance, >> 73 >> Venkata Appala KJ5BVS >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From n5vcx at att.net Wed Jul 12 16:48:01 2023 From: n5vcx at att.net (Mike Hardwick) Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2023 21:48:01 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] Frequencies to monitor for learning In-Reply-To: <0F3B1E66-7E2D-4B60-8441-6F3B726F354E@gmail.com> References: <231CAA3A-08B7-41F3-B1F8-3D5712EE2EE6@sbcglobal.net> <0F3B1E66-7E2D-4B60-8441-6F3B726F354E@gmail.com> Message-ID: <1338588858.2730800.1689198481133@mail.yahoo.com> The book is helpful but it doesn't always show how tall the repeater's antenna is or what the coverage may be. With only a handheld in Fulshear, it will be difficult to reach the majority of the repeaters. The closest one is in Katy at 8 miles away, Richmond at 12 miles away. The repeater that BVARC members are on is 24 miles away. I made a quick map of the repeaters that are closest to you and some of the Houston repeaters. You may be able to hear some of the repeaters close to you but an outside antenna would work much better.? If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call.? Mike?N5VCX713-826-6917 ? On Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 04:03:57 PM CDT, Venkata Appala via BVARC wrote: Thank you for the information David. I will check it out right away. Venkata Appala KJ5BVS > On Jul 12, 2023, at 3:52 PM, David Kunetka via BVARC wrote: > > ?Easiest way to find frequencies you would like to monitor is through Repeater Book. Is an online app. Download the app. Put in a radius (10 mile, 50 miles etc)to see what repeaters are near you. Gives you the CTCSS and DCS codes too. > > 3?s > > David K > KI5TEB > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Jul 12, 2023, at 3:30 PM, Venkata Appala via BVARC wrote: >> >> ?Afternoon, >>? ? ? ? I am a new Ham( got my tech license yesterday) and got my first HT today. I am wondering if there are any frequencies I can monitor to listen in and understand the various intricacies involved in amateur radio. I live in Fulshear which is further west to Katy and not sure if there are any repeaters that reach this side of town. >> >> Thanks in advance, >> 73 >> Venkata Appala KJ5BVS >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We will be there Saturday from 9 to 1. 73 John Denison KD5YOU On 7/12/2023 3:30 PM, Venkata Appala via BVARC wrote: > Afternoon, > I am a new Ham( got my tech license yesterday) and got my first HT today. I am wondering if there are any frequencies I can monitor to listen in and understand the various intricacies involved in amateur radio. I live in Fulshear which is further west to Katy and not sure if there are any repeaters that reach this side of town. > > Thanks in advance, > 73 > Venkata Appala KJ5BVS > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From walterh at k5wh.net Wed Jul 12 19:06:39 2023 From: walterh at k5wh.net (walterh at k5wh.net) Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2023 19:06:39 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? In-Reply-To: <42BF8051-CA7E-4064-8BA1-F168A8E4F027@yahoo.com> References: <42BF8051-CA7E-4064-8BA1-F168A8E4F027@yahoo.com> Message-ID: <000001d9b51d$e65b4340$b311c9c0$@k5wh.net> Terry, I hope this doesn?t add more confusion than opportunity, but I would highly recommend you start with about 3 or 4 micro-sd cards, 16g or larger, and try several versions of this. The absolute flexibility of the pi, is you can try an image out for a few hours or days, then swap the card out for something completely different, and expand your adventures all over again. Over and over. Here?s just one of the many things you may want to explore. If you burn this image, you get several dozens of ham radio applications all at once for you to give a test drive with. Ham Pi Image and there are others just like this HamPi download | SourceForge.net Home ? dslotter/HamPi Wiki ? GitHub After you find some applications you really like, you may choose to load a different image and only install the ones you care about. But it?s not at all necessary. Or, if you get like me, you end up with a dozen different pi?s running different apps, and reload them at will when your ready to try out that next really neat operating environment you just read about. ? The bottom line, it?s very cheap fun, most entertaining, and an endless number of possibilities to peak your interests. No doubt you will quickly discover many ways to consume several hours every night of the week. ? All the best, Walter/K5WH From: BVARC On Behalf Of Terry Leatherland via BVARC Sent: Wednesday, July 12, 2023 5:04 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Terry Leatherland ; Mike Knerr Subject: Re: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience? Funny. I was the one asking for joint brains to figure out how to do things. I certainly can?t give a class since I am at pi ground zero. I have a pi4 and loaded it with pi Linux. And monitor . Next is sound, and then ham softwares , and then wires and cables to connect to radios. That?s why this is a hobby. ? We can discuss tomorrow nite at the Bvarc meeting. 73 Sent from my iPhone On Jul 11, 2023, at 3:58 PM, Mike Knerr via BVARC > wrote: ? We should have some room available at bayland park. Mike Knerr KI5UBL 73 On Tue, Jul 11, 2023, 1:47 PM Michael Shanks via BVARC > wrote: Well Terry it looks like you?re gonna have to give a class on this or somebody is don?t we have room in the place where the testing is done Sent from my iPhone On Jul 11, 2023, at 11:09 AM, Ido Samuelson via BVARC > wrote: ? ? On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 5:19 PM terry leatherland via BVARC > wrote: Sounds like I have started a HAm R-pi club of sorts inside BVARC :-) I received 3 responses. I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon. Terry Leatherland, K5PGF 281-455-8090 Sugar Land, Tx On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 06:56:41 AM CDT, M Reiter > wrote: Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future. Marc KI5ZHO On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56?PM terry leatherland via BVARC > wrote: I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new Pi4. Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their brain? John Kd5you? Terry Terry Leatherland, K5PGF 281-455-8090 Sugar Land, Tx ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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If you have time, please join us at the Fulshear Farmers Market this coming Saturday, and we can run through various frequencies. We will be there Saturday from 9 to 1. > > 73 > John Denison > KD5YOU > >> On 7/12/2023 3:30 PM, Venkata Appala via BVARC wrote: >> Afternoon, >> I am a new Ham( got my tech license yesterday) and got my first HT today. I am wondering if there are any frequencies I can monitor to listen in and understand the various intricacies involved in amateur radio. I live in Fulshear which is further west to Katy and not sure if there are any repeaters that reach this side of town. >> >> Thanks in advance, >> 73 >> Venkata Appala KJ5BVS >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From doj52177 at gmail.com Wed Jul 12 19:10:20 2023 From: doj52177 at gmail.com (DOJ) Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2023 19:10:20 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Frequencies to monitor for learning In-Reply-To: <1cb18c4f-a65f-ab06-8fc7-9b84d34ee0e6@comcast.net> References: <1cb18c4f-a65f-ab06-8fc7-9b84d34ee0e6@comcast.net> Message-ID: To the person maintaining the email distribution list: Please remove me from your mailing list. I am moving to Indiana. Thank you so much. Regards, David O. Johnson doj52177 at gmail.com On Wed, Jul 12, 2023 at 6:48?PM John Denison via BVARC wrote: > When we are at the Fulshear Farmers Market, we can receive the 145.49 > repeater at about 1/2 scale on the S meter with a mobile radio in a car. > This is with a Larsen 2/70 mag mount on the roof. An HT will most likely > have a lower performance, especially if you use the stock antenna. I > don't remember trying to reach the 147.200 repeater in Katy other than > when my antenna was at 23 or 40 feet above the ground. HTs can surprise > you sometimes if you find a sweet spot in your yard. If you have time, > please join us at the Fulshear Farmers Market this coming Saturday, and > we can run through various frequencies. We will be there Saturday from 9 > to 1. > > 73 > John Denison > KD5YOU > > On 7/12/2023 3:30 PM, Venkata Appala via BVARC wrote: > > Afternoon, > > I am a new Ham( got my tech license yesterday) and got my > first HT today. I am wondering if there are any frequencies I can monitor > to listen in and understand the various intricacies involved in amateur > radio. I live in Fulshear which is further west to Katy and not sure if > there are any repeaters that reach this side of town. > > > > Thanks in advance, > > 73 > > Venkata Appala KJ5BVS > > ________________________________________________ > > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > > > BVARC mailing list > > BVARC at bvarc.org > > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -- Regards, David 919-534-5448 cell doj52177 at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Gives you the CTCSS and DCS codes too. > > 3?s > > David K > KI5TEB > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Jul 12, 2023, at 3:30 PM, Venkata Appala via BVARC wrote: >> >> ?Afternoon, >>? ? ? ? I am a new Ham( got my tech license yesterday) and got my first HT today. I am wondering if there are any frequencies I can monitor to listen in and understand the various intricacies involved in amateur radio. I live in Fulshear which is further west to Katy and not sure if there are any repeaters that reach this side of town. >> >> Thanks in advance, >> 73 >> Venkata Appala KJ5BVS >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Having participated in several rover operations I can attest that they are great fun! Hope to see you online. Doug W9LCQ TDXS Secretary ____________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________ Doug Seyler W9LCQ is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. 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URL: From cp.crossno at gmail.com Thu Jul 13 16:35:36 2023 From: cp.crossno at gmail.com (Charles Crossno) Date: Thu, 13 Jul 2023 16:35:36 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] IC-756 Pro III For Sale Message-ID: <5572c25e-deec-0194-841d-0d14f10d1cd1@gmail.com> IC 756 Pro III for sale. Works perfect, very clean, MARS/CAP. Includes Mic, power cord, original box and full users manual. Also includes Signal Link USB digital interface with cables. Will make available everything you need? to check it out at my OTH in Fulshear. Cash Price $900. Charles W5AYA ?-- 4603 Lake Village Drive Fulshear, TX 77441 (214)802-8348 (cell) cp.crossno at gmail.com From greerjw at hotmail.com Fri Jul 14 14:02:24 2023 From: greerjw at hotmail.com (Jeff Greer) Date: Fri, 14 Jul 2023 19:02:24 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] Fw: [KARS] KARS Repeater Survey Update In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: ________________________________ From: kars on behalf of Bill, K5LK Sent: Friday, July 14, 2023 12:45 PM To: kars at katyars.com Cc: Bill Kb5iiz Subject: [KARS] KARS Repeater Survey Update Hi everyone. FYI, we currently have 38 responses so far to the repeater survey. Many thanks to all who have responded! If you haven't had a chance, please go to this link: https://s.surveyplanet.com/aauddkgc for the very short survey. Also, please forward this email to any amateurs who are not KARS members but might wish to provide input on increasing repeater activity along the I-10 West corridor. The survey will remain open until next Friday, July 21. 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Currently there are limited AM shortwave receivers for that industry is dying (like the majority of the over-the-air broadcast stations due to the ubiquitous and massively increasing wireless internet).. Bill From: BVARC On Behalf Of JP Pritchard via BVARC Sent: Saturday, July 15, 2023 3:47 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: JP Pritchard Subject: Re: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube How 'bout a couple of our broadcast engineers to respond to this... Paul, Bill, Chris, Bob? On 07/15/2023 3:25 PM CDT K5BOU via BVARC > wrote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeG00x89ATI K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont Houston|Texas|USA| https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image002.png Type: image/png Size: 3802 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image003.png Type: image/png Size: 6462 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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As Jim Heath points out in this video, the deadline for comment is two weeks away. My first thought is, we might (emphasis MIGHT) be better off to express our immediate concern to the ARRL defense of spectrum lobbyists, in hopes that they could help convey what they know to the rest of us (beyond what's in the petition) to give Ham World a chance to weigh in. But whatever we do we're already late in the process and big money backing this plan already has a big edge on us, if there is something here to be worried about. Any thoughts from others? Time is running out. Let's hear it! JP > On 07/15/2023 4:55 PM CDT Bill Cordell via BVARC wrote: > > > > JP: > > We may want to convene a committee of interested people to talk about what is proposed. There are so many variables, not to mention the costs to construct and run a digital transmitter. Also, who has digital receivers? Currently there are limited AM shortwave receivers for that industry is dying (like the majority of the over-the-air broadcast stations due to the ubiquitous and massively increasing wireless internet).. > > Bill > > > > From: BVARC On Behalf Of JP Pritchard via BVARC > Sent: Saturday, July 15, 2023 3:47 PM > To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB > Cc: JP Pritchard > Subject: Re: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube > > > > How 'bout a couple of our broadcast engineers to respond to this... Paul, Bill, Chris, Bob? > > > > > On 07/15/2023 3:25 PM CDT K5BOU via BVARC wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeG00x89ATI > > > > > > > > [image001.png] > > > > K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont > > > > Houston|Texas|USA| > > > > https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ > > > > [image002.png][image003.png][image004.jpg][image005.gif] > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________ > > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > > > BVARC mailing list > > BVARC at bvarc.org mailto:BVARC at bvarc.org > > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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They also propose interference avoidance and frequency jumping.... kind of like ALE. Freqs used were 4.9, 10.2, 14.9 19.9 and 24.8 with a bandwidth of 10 KHz. In their initial paragraphs they mention avoidance interference to amateur, marine and aeronautical. No mention of military in there that I saw. Again, this was my 30 minute read of the various sections which means that I was looking for pertinent information relating to us hams. I am sure there is more to be found and corrected with a further read. Just my $.02 for now.....73...Rick W5RH On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 5:54?PM JP Pritchard via BVARC wrote: > Thanks for the reply Bill. As Jim Heath points out in this video, the > deadline for comment is two weeks away. My first thought is, we might > (emphasis MIGHT) be better off to express our immediate concern to the ARRL > defense of spectrum lobbyists, in hopes that they could help convey what > they know to the rest of us (beyond what's in the petition) to give Ham > World a chance to weigh in. But whatever we do we're already late in the > process and big money backing this plan already has a big edge on us, if > there is something here to be worried about. > > Any thoughts from others? Time is running out. Let's hear it! > > JP > > On 07/15/2023 4:55 PM CDT Bill Cordell via BVARC wrote: > > > > JP: > > We may want to convene a committee of interested people to talk about what > is proposed. There are so many variables, not to mention the costs to > construct and run a digital transmitter. Also, who has digital receivers? > Currently there are limited AM shortwave receivers for that industry is > dying (like the majority of the over-the-air broadcast stations due to the > ubiquitous and massively increasing wireless internet).. > > Bill > > > > *From:* BVARC *On Behalf Of *JP Pritchard via > BVARC > *Sent:* Saturday, July 15, 2023 3:47 PM > *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB > *Cc:* JP Pritchard > *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To > Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube > > > > How 'bout a couple of our broadcast engineers to respond to this... Paul, > Bill, Chris, Bob? > > On 07/15/2023 3:25 PM CDT K5BOU via BVARC wrote: > > > > > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeG00x89ATI > > > > [image: image001.png] > > K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont > > Houston*|*Texas*|*USA*|* > > https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ > > [image: image002.png][image: image003.png][image: image004.jpg][image: > image005.gif] > > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -- Rick Hiller *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * *Cell: 832-474-3713* *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* * Houston, TX 77036* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Their 10, 25 and 50 KHz "channailzed space" ranges come up to the band edges on a few ham bands NOT JUST 20 MX as has been blogged and youtubed. Below I have outlined where their study touches our band edges (always skirting our bands except 60 mx). They claim throughout that they want to cause NO Interference to existing services (ham, marine, etc.) Their study indicates these Frequency bands available 2 to 25 MHz (ref our bands).... *Below Above * *3.4 4.0 80 is 3.5 to 4.0* *5.4 5.0 (within 60 meters 5.3 to 5.4)* *7.0 7.4 40 is 7.0 to 7.3* * 9.995 10.15 30 is 10.100 to 10.150* *14.0 14.350 20 is 14.0 to 14.350* *18.068 18.168 17 is 18.068 to 18.168* *21.00 21.850 15 is 21.0 to 21.450* *24.89 End 12 is 24.890 to 24.990* Looked up in the license database. None of the commenting parties is a ham except maybe John Madigan (AC0GP -- maybe). Also, have a look at what they intend to do. These shortwave HF links are to benefit High-Frequency stock trading. (high frequency is not meaning RF but the speed of the trade data xfer). Using shortwave will reduce the latency times for the transfer of applicable stock data. Not using satellites or the internet will cut milli seconds off of their transfer times. HFT is a crazy way to trade stocks.. Google HFT and read on Wikipedia. 73...Rick W5RH On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 6:43?PM Rick Hiller wrote: > A cursory read through the proposal and attached amendments shows that > they have done their homework in all aspects. The various companies have > been running experiments on air for the past 4 years. (experimental call > signs are listed) Seems like they wish to run 20KW to a 10dBi antenna on > transmit and have a simple vertical whip on the receive end. They also > propose interference avoidance and frequency jumping.... kind of like ALE. > Freqs used were 4.9, 10.2, 14.9 19.9 and 24.8 with a bandwidth of 10 KHz. > > In their initial paragraphs they mention avoidance interference to > amateur, marine and aeronautical. No mention of military in there that I > saw. > > Again, this was my 30 minute read of the various sections which means that > I was looking for pertinent information relating to us hams. I am > sure there is more to be found and corrected with a further read. > > Just my $.02 for now.....73...Rick W5RH > > On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 5:54?PM JP Pritchard via BVARC > wrote: > >> Thanks for the reply Bill. As Jim Heath points out in this video, the >> deadline for comment is two weeks away. My first thought is, we might >> (emphasis MIGHT) be better off to express our immediate concern to the ARRL >> defense of spectrum lobbyists, in hopes that they could help convey what >> they know to the rest of us (beyond what's in the petition) to give Ham >> World a chance to weigh in. But whatever we do we're already late in the >> process and big money backing this plan already has a big edge on us, if >> there is something here to be worried about. >> >> Any thoughts from others? Time is running out. Let's hear it! >> >> JP >> >> On 07/15/2023 4:55 PM CDT Bill Cordell via BVARC >> wrote: >> >> >> >> JP: >> >> We may want to convene a committee of interested people to talk about >> what is proposed. There are so many variables, not to mention the costs to >> construct and run a digital transmitter. Also, who has digital receivers? >> Currently there are limited AM shortwave receivers for that industry is >> dying (like the majority of the over-the-air broadcast stations due to the >> ubiquitous and massively increasing wireless internet).. >> >> Bill >> >> >> >> *From:* BVARC *On Behalf Of *JP Pritchard via >> BVARC >> *Sent:* Saturday, July 15, 2023 3:47 PM >> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB >> *Cc:* JP Pritchard >> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To >> Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube >> >> >> >> How 'bout a couple of our broadcast engineers to respond to this... Paul, >> Bill, Chris, Bob? >> >> On 07/15/2023 3:25 PM CDT K5BOU via BVARC wrote: >> >> >> >> >> >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeG00x89ATI >> >> >> >> [image: image001.png] >> >> K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont >> >> Houston*|*Texas*|*USA*|* >> >> https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ >> >> [image: image002.png][image: image003.png][image: image004.jpg][image: >> image005.gif] >> >> >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> >> ________________________________________________ >> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >> >> BVARC mailing list >> BVARC at bvarc.org >> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >> Publicly available archives are available here: >> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >> > > > -- > Rick Hiller > *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * > *Cell: 832-474-3713* > *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* > * Houston, TX 77036* > -- Rick Hiller *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * *Cell: 832-474-3713* *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* * Houston, TX 77036* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: From kc9jty at gmail.com Sun Jul 16 17:06:10 2023 From: kc9jty at gmail.com (Paul Easter) Date: Sun, 16 Jul 2023 17:06:10 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube In-Reply-To: References: <0e6801d9b75a$6f7ef070$4e7cd150$@k5bou.net> <995478313.483691.1689454036157@connect.xfinity.com> <000201d9b767$01a02fd0$04e08f70$@cordellcom.com> <1515252099.486464.1689461629412@connect.xfinity.com> Message-ID: This has been coming for a long time. It is already being done. It does seem like a spectrum grab. There are plenty of HF frequencies they can use without interference to HAM radio. ARRL will hopefully prove their worth this time. On Sun, Jul 16, 2023 at 3:09?PM Rick Hiller wrote: > Submission Comment #2 W5RH > Looking at a bit more detail in Appendix E (Page 74) their study shows > available frequency ranges within 2 to 25 MHz. None of their proposed > bands cover any of our ham bands *EXCEPT 60 Meters, where we have 5 > "channels",* but I think this is shared anyway. > > Their 10, 25 and 50 KHz "channailzed space" ranges come up to the band > edges on a few ham bands NOT JUST 20 MX as has been blogged and youtubed. > Below I have outlined where their study touches our band edges (always > skirting our bands except 60 mx). They claim throughout that they want to > cause NO Interference to existing services (ham, marine, etc.) > > Their study indicates these Frequency bands available 2 to 25 MHz (ref our > bands).... > *Below Above * > *3.4 4.0 80 is 3.5 to 4.0* > *5.4 5.0 (within 60 meters 5.3 to 5.4)* > *7.0 7.4 40 is 7.0 to 7.3* > * 9.995 10.15 30 is 10.100 to 10.150* > *14.0 14.350 20 is 14.0 to 14.350* > *18.068 18.168 17 is 18.068 to 18.168* > *21.00 21.850 15 is 21.0 to 21.450* > *24.89 End 12 is 24.890 to 24.990* > > Looked up in the license database. None of the commenting parties is a > ham except maybe John Madigan (AC0GP -- maybe). > > Also, have a look at what they intend to do. These shortwave HF links are > to benefit High-Frequency stock trading. (high frequency is not meaning RF > but the speed of the trade data xfer). Using shortwave will reduce the > latency times for the transfer of applicable stock data. Not using > satellites or the internet will cut milli seconds off of their transfer > times. HFT is a crazy way to trade stocks.. Google HFT and read on > Wikipedia. > > 73...Rick W5RH > > > > On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 6:43?PM Rick Hiller > wrote: > >> A cursory read through the proposal and attached amendments shows that >> they have done their homework in all aspects. The various companies have >> been running experiments on air for the past 4 years. (experimental call >> signs are listed) Seems like they wish to run 20KW to a 10dBi antenna on >> transmit and have a simple vertical whip on the receive end. They also >> propose interference avoidance and frequency jumping.... kind of like ALE. >> Freqs used were 4.9, 10.2, 14.9 19.9 and 24.8 with a bandwidth of 10 KHz. >> >> In their initial paragraphs they mention avoidance interference to >> amateur, marine and aeronautical. No mention of military in there that I >> saw. >> >> Again, this was my 30 minute read of the various sections which means >> that I was looking for pertinent information relating to us hams. I am >> sure there is more to be found and corrected with a further read. >> >> Just my $.02 for now.....73...Rick W5RH >> >> On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 5:54?PM JP Pritchard via BVARC >> wrote: >> >>> Thanks for the reply Bill. As Jim Heath points out in this video, the >>> deadline for comment is two weeks away. My first thought is, we might >>> (emphasis MIGHT) be better off to express our immediate concern to the ARRL >>> defense of spectrum lobbyists, in hopes that they could help convey what >>> they know to the rest of us (beyond what's in the petition) to give Ham >>> World a chance to weigh in. But whatever we do we're already late in the >>> process and big money backing this plan already has a big edge on us, if >>> there is something here to be worried about. >>> >>> Any thoughts from others? Time is running out. Let's hear it! >>> >>> JP >>> >>> On 07/15/2023 4:55 PM CDT Bill Cordell via BVARC >>> wrote: >>> >>> >>> >>> JP: >>> >>> We may want to convene a committee of interested people to talk about >>> what is proposed. There are so many variables, not to mention the costs to >>> construct and run a digital transmitter. Also, who has digital receivers? >>> Currently there are limited AM shortwave receivers for that industry is >>> dying (like the majority of the over-the-air broadcast stations due to the >>> ubiquitous and massively increasing wireless internet).. >>> >>> Bill >>> >>> >>> >>> *From:* BVARC *On Behalf Of *JP Pritchard via >>> BVARC >>> *Sent:* Saturday, July 15, 2023 3:47 PM >>> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB >>> *Cc:* JP Pritchard >>> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End >>> To Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube >>> >>> >>> >>> How 'bout a couple of our broadcast engineers to respond to this... >>> Paul, Bill, Chris, Bob? >>> >>> On 07/15/2023 3:25 PM CDT K5BOU via BVARC wrote: >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeG00x89ATI >>> >>> >>> >>> [image: image001.png] >>> >>> K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont >>> >>> Houston*|*Texas*|*USA*|* >>> >>> https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ >>> >>> [image: image002.png][image: image003.png][image: image004.jpg][image: >>> image005.gif] >>> >>> >>> >>> ________________________________________________ >>> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >>> >>> BVARC mailing list >>> BVARC at bvarc.org >>> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >>> Publicly available archives are available here: >>> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >>> >>> ________________________________________________ >>> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >>> >>> BVARC mailing list >>> BVARC at bvarc.org >>> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >>> Publicly available archives are available here: >>> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >>> >>> ________________________________________________ >>> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >>> >>> BVARC mailing list >>> BVARC at bvarc.org >>> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >>> Publicly available archives are available here: >>> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >>> >> >> >> -- >> Rick Hiller >> *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * >> *Cell: 832-474-3713* >> *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* >> * Houston, TX 77036* >> > > > -- > Rick Hiller > *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * > *Cell: 832-474-3713* > *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* > * Houston, TX 77036* > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Ask > the SAC guys! > RH > > Sent from my i-Thingamajig > > On Jul 16, 2023, at 3:51 PM, STROUPE, BOB > wrote: > > ? > Rick, > > I have mixed few about this. I have read the petition and have see. the > W6LG video. The ?worst? thing I saw in the petition was that the spurious > emissions were only limited to -60 dBc. MF and VHF broadcasting must meet > -80 dBc. I believe they must be held to the same standard. Of course, I > don?t want their emissions at greater than -80 dBc inside the amateur and > they should be required to use frequencies far enough from the amateur band > edges to give this performance. > > Other than that, someone is going to need to come up with a quantifiable > reason on how this will impact amateur radio rather that ?it will end > amateur radio.? High power shortwave broadcast didn?t do that; how will > this (other than the emission type) be any different that then. > > Now if I was a part 90 user of the HF frequencies, I would want to have > more assurances that this would not impact my operations. > > W5KK > > From Bob Stroupe, Regional Engineering Manager, Houston TX > Help? Call 1-888-271-2395 > > On Jul 16, 2023, at 3:09 PM, Rick Hiller wrote: > > ? > Submission Comment #2 W5RH > Looking at a bit more detail in Appendix E (Page 74) their study shows > available frequency ranges within 2 to 25 MHz. None of their proposed > bands cover any of our ham bands *EXCEPT 60 Meters, where we have 5 > "channels",* but I think this is shared anyway. > > Their 10, 25 and 50 KHz "channailzed space" ranges come up to the band > edges on a few ham bands NOT JUST 20 MX as has been blogged and youtubed. > Below I have outlined where their study touches our band edges (always > skirting our bands except 60 mx). They claim throughout that they want to > cause NO Interference to existing services (ham, marine, etc.) > > Their study indicates these Frequency bands available 2 to 25 MHz (ref our > bands).... > *Below Above * > *3.4 4.0 80 is 3.5 to 4.0* > *5.4 5.0 (within 60 meters 5.3 to 5.4)* > *7.0 7.4 40 is 7.0 to 7.3* > * 9.995 10.15 30 is 10.100 to 10.150* > *14.0 14.350 20 is 14.0 to 14.350* > *18.068 18.168 17 is 18.068 to 18.168* > *21.00 21.850 15 is 21.0 to 21.450* > *24.89 End 12 is 24.890 to 24.990* > > Looked up in the license database. None of the commenting parties is a > ham except maybe John Madigan (AC0GP -- maybe). > > Also, have a look at what they intend to do. These shortwave HF links are > to benefit High-Frequency stock trading. (high frequency is not meaning RF > but the speed of the trade data xfer). Using shortwave will reduce the > latency times for the transfer of applicable stock data. Not using > satellites or the internet will cut milli seconds off of their transfer > times. HFT is a crazy way to trade stocks.. Google HFT and read on > Wikipedia. > > 73...Rick W5RH > > > > On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 6:43?PM Rick Hiller > wrote: > >> A cursory read through the proposal and attached amendments shows that >> they have done their homework in all aspects. The various companies have >> been running experiments on air for the past 4 years. (experimental call >> signs are listed) Seems like they wish to run 20KW to a 10dBi antenna on >> transmit and have a simple vertical whip on the receive end. They also >> propose interference avoidance and frequency jumping.... kind of like >> ALE. >> Freqs used were 4.9, 10.2, 14.9 19.9 and 24.8 with a bandwidth of 10 KHz. >> >> In their initial paragraphs they mention avoidance interference to >> amateur, marine and aeronautical. No mention of military in there that I >> saw. >> >> Again, this was my 30 minute read of the various sections which means >> that I was looking for pertinent information relating to us hams. I am >> sure there is more to be found and corrected with a further read. >> >> Just my $.02 for now.....73...Rick W5RH >> >> On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 5:54?PM JP Pritchard via BVARC >> wrote: >> >>> Thanks for the reply Bill. As Jim Heath points out in this video, the >>> deadline for comment is two weeks away. My first thought is, we might >>> (emphasis MIGHT) be better off to express our immediate concern to the ARRL >>> defense of spectrum lobbyists, in hopes that they could help convey what >>> they know to the rest of us (beyond what's in the petition) to give Ham >>> World a chance to weigh in. But whatever we do we're already late in the >>> process and big money backing this plan already has a big edge on us, if >>> there is something here to be worried about. >>> >>> Any thoughts from others? Time is running out. Let's hear it! >>> >>> JP >>> >>> On 07/15/2023 4:55 PM CDT Bill Cordell via BVARC >>> wrote: >>> >>> >>> >>> JP: >>> >>> We may want to convene a committee of interested people to talk about >>> what is proposed. There are so many variables, not to mention the costs to >>> construct and run a digital transmitter. Also, who has digital receivers? >>> Currently there are limited AM shortwave receivers for that industry is >>> dying (like the majority of the over-the-air broadcast stations due to the >>> ubiquitous and massively increasing wireless internet).. >>> >>> Bill >>> >>> >>> >>> *From:* BVARC *On Behalf Of *JP Pritchard via >>> BVARC >>> *Sent:* Saturday, July 15, 2023 3:47 PM >>> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB >>> *Cc:* JP Pritchard >>> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End >>> To Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube >>> >>> >>> >>> How 'bout a couple of our broadcast engineers to respond to this... >>> Paul, Bill, Chris, Bob? >>> >>> On 07/15/2023 3:25 PM CDT K5BOU via BVARC wrote: >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeG00x89ATI >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont >>> >>> Houston*|*Texas*|*USA*|* >>> >>> https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> ________________________________________________ >>> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >>> >>> BVARC mailing list >>> BVARC at bvarc.org >>> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >>> Publicly available archives are available here: >>> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >>> >>> ________________________________________________ >>> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >>> >>> BVARC mailing list >>> BVARC at bvarc.org >>> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >>> Publicly available archives are available here: >>> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >>> >>> ________________________________________________ >>> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club >>> >>> BVARC mailing list >>> BVARC at bvarc.org >>> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org >>> Publicly available archives are available here: >>> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ >>> >> >> >> -- >> Rick Hiller >> *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * >> *Cell: 832-474-3713* >> *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* >> * Houston, TX 77036* >> > > > -- > Rick Hiller > *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * > *Cell: 832-474-3713* > *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* > * Houston, TX 77036* > CAUTION: This message originated from outside of the company. 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URL: From rickhiller73 at gmail.com Tue Jul 18 08:34:55 2023 From: rickhiller73 at gmail.com (Rick Hiller) Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2023 08:34:55 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] You Tube -- Comment on FCC RM-11953 from the SMC Message-ID: This from Jim Heath W6LG. *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glmmYOXghiI * Send in a comment yourself. Jim outlines this at.... *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAPvWFF4E50 * 73...Rick W5RH -- Rick Hiller *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * *Cell: 832-474-3713* *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* * Houston, TX 77036* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Marvin.Suggs at abc.com Tue Jul 18 15:12:15 2023 From: Marvin.Suggs at abc.com (Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV)) Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:12:15 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] Can someone please read some of this partial ID? Message-ID: <94250C03-FE8C-43BA-AE06-8F584F105348@abc.com> Thank you. Sent from my iPhone -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Sincerely, Seth Lurie Seth.Lurie at gmail.com 713-906-3242 On Tue, Jul 18, 2023 at 3:13?PM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC < bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > > Thank you. > > Sent from my iPhone > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From rickhiller73 at gmail.com Tue Jul 18 16:04:15 2023 From: rickhiller73 at gmail.com (Rick Hiller) Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2023 16:04:15 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Can someone please read some of this partial ID? In-Reply-To: <94250C03-FE8C-43BA-AE06-8F584F105348@abc.com> References: <94250C03-FE8C-43BA-AE06-8F584F105348@abc.com> Message-ID: My best guesses.....W5RH K ? ? Y 5 2 or K ? I Y 5 2 or K 7 Y 5 2 or K 8 Y 5 2 On Tue, Jul 18, 2023 at 3:12?PM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC < bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > > Thank you. > > Sent from my iPhone > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -- Rick Hiller *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * *Cell: 832-474-3713* *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* * Houston, TX 77036* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ctmedlin at outlook.com Tue Jul 18 16:11:23 2023 From: ctmedlin at outlook.com (Chris Medlin) Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2023 21:11:23 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] Can someone please read some of this partial ID? In-Reply-To: <94250C03-FE8C-43BA-AE06-8F584F105348@abc.com> References: <94250C03-FE8C-43BA-AE06-8F584F105348@abc.com> Message-ID: After the gap I copied ?i y 5? before i lost it in the static. The i could have been the end/partial of something else though. That staticy gap was hard to navigate. Whats the context? Chris/AC5CM Typos brought to you by iPhone On Jul 18, 2023, at 15:12, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC wrote: ? Thank you. Sent from my iPhone ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The program will be presented by Madison Jones W5MJ, entitled: "On the Road Again - Getting your mobile ready for TQP" With the Texas QSO Party only 2 months away on September 16-17, now is the time to start planning your rover operation and upgrade your installation. Having participated in several rover operations I can attest that they are great fun! Hope to see you online. Doug W9LCQ TDXS Secretary ____________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________ Doug Seyler W9LCQ is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. 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URL: From kf5oxq at pobox.com Tue Jul 18 19:12:05 2023 From: kf5oxq at pobox.com (L Lane) Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:12:05 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] item for sale Message-ID: <5e7c5d32-6800-436b-a173-76e567088beb@app.fastmail.com> Offered for sale: ASTRON VS 50 M power supply Contact Larry KF5OXQ, kf5oxq at pobox.com Thx, Larry -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kori113 at gmail.com Thu Jul 20 08:45:23 2023 From: kori113 at gmail.com (Kori Rahman) Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:45:23 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] BVARC POTA THIS WEEKEND Message-ID: Hello everyone! I want to remind you all that we will have another great BVARC POTA event coming up at *Stephen F. Austin State Park THIS SUNDAY *(July 23rd 10am - 5pm). It's going to be a really hot one this weekend, temperatures have been over 100F for the past week or so, but if the forecast is to be believed, it might dip just a little to double digits for us on Sunday. There's a slight chance of rain later in the day, but we will be there and prepared for whatever happens. We'll have some great food as well, with our usual complement of sausages, chips, and LOTS of water. It should be a really great time with friends, some delicious food, and of course some fun on the radio! [image: PXL_20230528_191450194.jpg] Photos from our last POTA event at Brazos Bend SP in May. Marc KI5ZHO made us some fantastic fajitas, and Jayant KG5LJZ came by to see how we run our event (see his article about BVARC POTA on the Johnson Space Center ARC website here ). [image: image.png] For this Sunday at Stephen F. Austin we expect to set up at the day use area near the front of the park (the first left after the ranger station). You can ask the park rangers how to find us, or *reach out to us on 146.520MHz FM Simplex while in the vicinity of the park*. The important details: - Park access is $5. Ask for a day use area pass. More info on: tpwd.texas.gov - *IF* you have a Texas State Park Pass, then admission for the day is *FREE*. - *ALSO*, if you are over 65 years old, you can request a Senior Partial Texas Parklands Passport to get half-off of park admission (rounded to the nearest dollar). Speak to the Park Rangers when you arrive or visit tpwd.texas.gov for details. - *We will have at least 4 HF radios *(40m, 20m, 15m, 10m, and possibly 17m or 80m) that you can use if you don't have your own. So all you need to bring is yourself, some water, and maybe some snacks. - If you'd like to bring your own radio, we have a few antennas you can use and the appropriate filters. But again, you don't *need *to bring any equipment. - *Technician class licensees ARE WELCOME!* You *CAN *operate the stations on ALL HF bands that are available and get POTA credit for contacts you make. You will be required to use the club call sign (ask me or Anthony W5LIC for details upon arrival). - If you're a Tech class license holder and would like to operate on 10m you may do so under your own call sign if the station is open (10m band conditions have been favorable lately). - Of course, you do not have to operate the radios, you can just come out for a fun time with your fellow hams. - 10 contacts are all that are required to "activate" the park. You can log with paper, or with any apps you prefer (we recommend the HAMRS App ). - Sign up on the POTA.app website to upload your logs after the event. *JULY BVARC POTA EVENT:* *Sunday July 23rd 2023, **10am - 5pm* *Stephen F. Austin State Park* * Park Road 38* * San Felipe, TX 77473* If you've been curious about trying CW, FT8, or Winlink (VARA HF, 2m Packet etc.) we will have those as optional modes you can try (more to come in the future). As before, if you can't make this event, we are doing them every month. POTA is a lot of fun, and we hope to see you out there with us this weekend. Contact me or Anthony (W5LIC) if you have any questions about this event. *I want to say a special thanks to all those wonderful folks who attended our last event at Brazos Bend State Park in May:* *- Kristy (KI5RLZ)* *- Mike (W5MWJ now N5MH)* *- Laurent (W0MM)* *- David (N0LUV)* *- Bill (KI5ZMM) and Ava* *- John (KC9JLE)* *- Jayant (KJ5LJZ) + XYL* *- Jason (KR1BBT)* *- David (KI5TEB)* *- Sean (W5URT)* *- Mike (N5VCX)* *- Craig (K8CPC)* *- Richard (KG5YCU) and Norma* *- Marc (KI5ZHO)* *- Bubba (AI5KD)* *- Steven (KI5IOC)* *- Anthony (W5LIC) and Me (WX5KR) round out the great list of folks from the event sign-up sheet.* Thanks to everyone for being there with us. Hope to see you again soon at our next events. 73 y'all! 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I want to remind you all that we will have another great BVARC POTA event coming up at?Stephen F. Austin State Park THIS SUNDAY?(July 23rd 10am - 5pm). It's going to be a really?hot one this weekend,?temperatures have been over 100F for the past week or so, but if the forecast is to be believed, it might dip just a little to?double digits for us on Sunday. There's a slight chance of rain later in the day,?but we will be there and prepared for whatever happens. We'll have some great food as well,?with our usual?complement of sausages, chips, and LOTS of water. It should be a really great time with friends, some delicious food, and of course some fun on the radio! Photos?from our last POTA event at Brazos Bend SP in May. Marc KI5ZHO made us some fantastic fajitas, and Jayant KG5LJZ came by to?see how we run our event (see his article about BVARC POTA on the Johnson Space Center ARC website here). For this Sunday at Stephen F. Austin we expect to set up at the day use area near the front of the park (the first left after the ranger station). You can ask the park rangers how to find us, or?reach out to us on 146.520MHz FM Simplex while in the vicinity?of the park. The important details: ????* Park access is $5. Ask for a day use area pass. More info on:?tpwd.texas.gov ????* IF?you have a Texas State Park Pass, then admission for the day is?FREE. ????* ALSO, if you are over 65 years?old, you can request a Senior Partial Texas Parklands Passport to get half-off of park admission (rounded to the nearest?dollar). Speak to the Park Rangers when you arrive or visit?tpwd.texas.gov?for details. ????* We will have at least 4 HF radios?(40m, 20m, 15m, 10m, and possibly?17m or 80m)?that you can use if you don't have your?own. So all you need to bring is yourself, some water, and?maybe some snacks. ????* If you'd like to bring your own radio, we have a few antennas you can use and the appropriate filters. But again, you don't?need?to bring any equipment. ????* Technician class licensees ARE WELCOME!?You?CAN?operate the stations on ALL HF bands that are available and get?POTA?credit for contacts you make. You will be required to use the club call sign (ask me or Anthony W5LIC for details upon arrival). ????* If you're a Tech class license holder and would like to operate on 10m you may do so under your own call sign if the station is open (10m band conditions have been favorable lately). ????* Of course, you do not have to operate the radios, you can just come out for a fun time with your fellow hams. ????* 10 contacts are all that are required to "activate" the park. You can log with paper, or with any apps you prefer (we recommend the?HAMRS?App). ????* Sign up on the?POTA.app?website to upload your logs after the event. JULY?BVARC?POTA?EVENT: Sunday July 23rd 2023,?10am - 5pm Stephen F. Austin State Park ? ? Park Road 38 ? ? San Felipe, TX 77473 If you've been curious about trying CW, FT8, or Winlink (VARA HF, 2m Packet etc.) we will have those as optional modes you can try (more to come in the future). As before, if you can't make this event, we are doing them every month.?POTA?is a lot of fun, and we hope to see you out there with us this weekend. Contact me or Anthony (W5LIC) if you have any questions about this event. I want to say a special thanks to all those wonderful?folks who attended our last event at Brazos Bend State Park in May: - Kristy (KI5RLZ) - Mike (W5MWJ now N5MH) - Laurent (W0MM) - David (N0LUV) - Bill (KI5ZMM) and Ava - John (KC9JLE) - Jayant (KJ5LJZ)?+ XYL - Jason (KR1BBT) - David (KI5TEB) - Sean (W5URT) - Mike (N5VCX) - Craig (K8CPC) - Richard (KG5YCU) and Norma - Marc (KI5ZHO) - Bubba (AI5KD) - Steven (KI5IOC) - Anthony (W5LIC) and Me (WX5KR) round out the great list of folks from the event sign-up sheet. Thanks to everyone for being there with us. Hope to see you again soon at our next events. 73 y'all! Kori Rahman, WX5KRBrazos Valley Amateur Radio Club Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee Cell:?(770) 298 8516 Kori113 at gmail.com ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From link6950 at gmail.com Thu Jul 20 09:42:51 2023 From: link6950 at gmail.com (Sean Linkenheimer - W5URT) Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2023 09:42:51 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] BVARC POTA THIS WEEKEND In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I will listen for you from park K-3703 Ruffner Mountain Preserve State Conservation Area located just outside of Birmingham, Alabama. I will be traveling to the Smoky Mountains and this is a park I plan to activate this Sunday along the way. If all goes well I may be on the air at the same time as y'all. If not, I will catch you at the next activation. Have fun and happy hunting. 73, Sean Linkenheimer - W5URT On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 8:46?AM Kori Rahman via BVARC wrote: > Hello everyone! > > I want to remind you all that we will have another great BVARC POTA event > coming up at *Stephen F. Austin State Park THIS SUNDAY *(July 23rd 10am - > 5pm). It's going to be a really hot one this weekend, temperatures have > been over 100F for the past week or so, but if the forecast is to be > believed, it might dip just a little to double digits for us on Sunday. > There's a slight chance of rain later in the day, but we will be there and > prepared for whatever happens. We'll have some great food as well, with our > usual complement of sausages, chips, and LOTS of water. It should be a > really great time with friends, some delicious food, and of course some fun > on the radio! > > [image: PXL_20230528_191450194.jpg] > Photos from our last POTA event at Brazos Bend SP in May. Marc KI5ZHO made > us some fantastic fajitas, and Jayant KG5LJZ came by to see how we run our > event (see his article about BVARC POTA on the Johnson Space Center ARC > website here > > ). > [image: image.png] > > For this Sunday at Stephen F. Austin we expect to set up at the day use > area near the front of the park (the first left after the ranger station). > You can ask the park rangers how to find us, or *reach out to us on > 146.520MHz FM Simplex while in the vicinity of the park*. > > The important details: > > - Park access is $5. Ask for a day use area pass. More info on: > tpwd.texas.gov > - *IF* you have a Texas State Park Pass, then admission for the day is > *FREE*. > - *ALSO*, if you are over 65 years old, you can request a Senior > Partial Texas Parklands Passport to get half-off of park admission (rounded > to the nearest dollar). Speak to the Park Rangers when you arrive or visit > tpwd.texas.gov > for > details. > - *We will have at least 4 HF radios *(40m, 20m, 15m, 10m, and > possibly 17m or 80m) that you can use if you don't have your own. So all > you need to bring is yourself, some water, and maybe some snacks. > - If you'd like to bring your own radio, we have a few antennas you > can use and the appropriate filters. But again, you don't *need *to > bring any equipment. > - *Technician class licensees ARE WELCOME!* You *CAN *operate the > stations on ALL HF bands that are available and get POTA credit for > contacts you make. You will be required to use the club call sign (ask me > or Anthony W5LIC for details upon arrival). > - If you're a Tech class license holder and would like to operate on > 10m you may do so under your own call sign if the station is open (10m band > conditions have been favorable lately). > - Of course, you do not have to operate the radios, you can just come > out for a fun time with your fellow hams. > - 10 contacts are all that are required to "activate" the park. You > can log with paper, or with any apps you prefer (we recommend the > HAMRS App ). > - Sign up on the POTA.app website to upload your > logs after the event. > > > *JULY BVARC POTA EVENT:* > *Sunday July 23rd 2023, **10am - 5pm* > *Stephen F. Austin State Park* > * Park Road 38* > * San Felipe, TX 77473* > > If you've been curious about trying CW, FT8, or Winlink (VARA HF, 2m > Packet etc.) we will have those as optional modes you can try (more to come > in the future). As before, if you can't make this event, we are doing them > every month. POTA is a lot of fun, and we hope to see you out there with > us this weekend. Contact me or Anthony (W5LIC) if you have any questions > about this event. > > *I want to say a special thanks to all those wonderful folks who attended > our last event at Brazos Bend State Park in May:* > *- Kristy (KI5RLZ)* > *- Mike (W5MWJ now N5MH)* > *- Laurent (W0MM)* > *- David (N0LUV)* > *- Bill (KI5ZMM) and Ava* > *- John (KC9JLE)* > *- Jayant (KJ5LJZ) + XYL* > *- Jason (KR1BBT)* > *- David (KI5TEB)* > *- Sean (W5URT)* > *- Mike (N5VCX)* > *- Craig (K8CPC)* > *- Richard (KG5YCU) and Norma* > *- Marc (KI5ZHO)* > *- Bubba (AI5KD)* > *- Steven (KI5IOC)* > *- Anthony (W5LIC) and Me (WX5KR) round out the great list of folks from > the event sign-up sheet.* > > Thanks to everyone for being there with us. Hope to see you again soon at > our next events. 73 y'all! > > > Kori Rahman, WX5KR > *Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club* > > *Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee* > Cell: (770) 298 8516 > > Kori113 at gmail.com > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: PXL_20230528_191450194.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 803087 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image.png Type: image/png Size: 2003282 bytes Desc: not available URL: From wb5itt at att.net Thu Jul 20 15:56:34 2023 From: wb5itt at att.net (Chris Boone) Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2023 20:56:34 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube In-Reply-To: References: <0e6801d9b75a$6f7ef070$4e7cd150$@k5bou.net> <995478313.483691.1689454036157@connect.xfinity.com> <000201d9b767$01a02fd0$04e08f70$@cordellcom.com> <1515252099.486464.1689461629412@connect.xfinity.com> Message-ID: <980794181.3107060.1689886594812@mail.yahoo.com> uhhh NO AMATEUR frequencies are in jeopardy of being grabbed, etc..Originally the petitioners wanted 5,10,15,20 and 25 MHz... SOUND familiar??? Look at the frequencies they propose now....not far off WWV....now WWV uses KILOWATTS on their frequencies....don't cause issues with ham operations....Its NOT a ham spectrum grab... ChrisWB5ITT Trustee, W5APX On Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 05:07:05 PM CDT, Paul Easter via BVARC wrote: This has been coming for a?long time.? It is already being done.?? It does seem like a spectrum grab.? There are plenty of HF frequencies they can use without interference to HAM radio. ARRL will hopefully prove their worth this time. On Sun, Jul 16, 2023 at 3:09?PM Rick Hiller wrote: Submission Comment? #2? ?W5RHLooking at a bit more detail in Appendix E (Page 74) their study shows available frequency ranges within 2 to 25 MHz.? ?None of their proposed bands cover any of our ham bands EXCEPT 60 Meters, where we have 5 "channels", but I think this is shared anyway. Their 10, 25 and 50 KHz "channailzed space" ranges come up to the band edges on a few ham bands NOT JUST 20 MX as has been blogged and youtubed.? Below I have outlined where their study touches our band edges (always skirting our bands?except 60 mx).? ?They claim throughout that they want to cause NO Interference to existing services (ham, marine, etc.) Their study indicates these Frequency bands available 2 to 25 MHz (ref our bands)....Below? ? ?Above?3.4? ? ? ? ? ? 4.0? ? ? ? ?80 is 3.5 to 4.05.4? ? ? ? ? ? 5.0? ? ? ? ?(within 60 meters 5.3 to 5.4)7.0? ? ? ? ? ? 7.4? ? ? ? ? 40 is 7.0 to 7.3?9.995? ? ?10.15? ? ? ? 30 is 10.100 to 10.15014.0? ? ? ? 14.350? ? ? 20 is 14.0 to 14.35018.068? ? 18.168? ? ? 17 is 18.068 to 18.16821.00? ? ? ?21.850? ? ?15 is 21.0? to 21.45024.89? ? ? ?End? ? ? ? ?12 is 24.890 to 24.990 Looked up in the license database.? ?None of the commenting parties is a ham except maybe John Madigan (AC0GP -- maybe). Also, have a look at what they intend to do.? These shortwave HF links are to benefit High-Frequency stock trading. (high frequency is not meaning RF but the speed of the trade data xfer).? ?Using shortwave will reduce the latency times for the transfer of applicable stock data.? Not using satellites?or the internet will cut milli seconds?off of their transfer times.? HFT is a crazy way to trade stocks..? Google HFT? and read on Wikipedia. 73...Rick? W5RH On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 6:43?PM Rick Hiller wrote: A cursory read through the proposal and attached amendments shows that they have done their homework in all aspects.? ?The various companies have been running experiments on air for the past 4 years. (experimental?call signs are listed)? Seems like they?wish to run 20KW to a 10dBi antenna on transmit and have a simple vertical?whip on the receive end.? They also propose interference avoidance and frequency jumping.... kind of like ALE.??Freqs used were 4.9, 10.2, 14.9 19.9 and 24.8 with a bandwidth of 10 KHz. In their initial paragraphs they mention avoidance interference to amateur, marine and aeronautical.? No mention of military in there that I saw. Again, this was my 30 minute read of the various sections which means that I was looking for pertinent?information relating to us hams.? ?I am sure?there is more to be found and corrected with a further read. Just my $.02 for now.....73...Rick? W5RH? ? On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 5:54?PM JP Pritchard via BVARC wrote: Thanks for the reply Bill. As Jim Heath points out in this video, the deadline for comment is two weeks away. My first thought is, we might (emphasis MIGHT) be better off to express our immediate concern to the ARRL defense of spectrum lobbyists, in hopes that they could help convey what they know to the rest of us (beyond what's in the petition) to give Ham World a chance to weigh in. But whatever we do we're already late in the process and big money backing this plan already has a big edge on us, if there is something here to be worried about. ? Any thoughts from others? Time is running out. Let's hear it! ? JP On 07/15/2023 4:55 PM CDT Bill Cordell via BVARC wrote: ? ? JP: We may want to convene a committee of interested people to talk about what is proposed.? There are so many variables, not to mention the costs to construct and run a digital transmitter.? Also, who has digital receivers?? Currently there are limited AM shortwave receivers for that industry is dying (like the majority of the over-the-air broadcast stations due to the ubiquitous and massively increasing wireless internet).. Bill ? From: BVARC On Behalf Of JP Pritchard via BVARC Sent: Saturday, July 15, 2023 3:47 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: JP Pritchard Subject: Re: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube ? How 'bout a couple of our broadcast engineers to respond to this... Paul, Bill, Chris, Bob? On 07/15/2023 3:25 PM CDT K5BOU via BVARC wrote: ? ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeG00x89ATI ? K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont Houston|Texas|USA| https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ ? ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -- Rick Hiller ?e-mail: ? ? rickhiller73 at gmail.comCell: ? ? ? ?832-474-3713Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Houston, TX 77036 -- Rick Hiller ?e-mail: ? ? rickhiller73 at gmail.comCell: ? ? ? ?832-474-3713Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Houston, TX 77036 ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Name: image005.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 1993 bytes Desc: not available URL: From s.c.flowers at comcast.net Thu Jul 20 20:13:14 2023 From: s.c.flowers at comcast.net (s.c.flowers) Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2023 20:13:14 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] BVARC POTA THIS WEEKEND In-Reply-To: <374736821.2874380.1689862350629@mail.yahoo.com> References: <374736821.2874380.1689862350629@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: WA5CYI, Happy birthday and I agree that a POTA outing would be a great way to celebrate. Please stay in the shade & stay hydrated! 73, Stephen (OA4/W2WF) > On Jul 20, 2023, at 09:23, wa5cyi--- via BVARC wrote: > > ?What a great way to celebrate my 89th birthday! > > Pump > WA5CYI > > > > > > > On Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 08:46:36 AM CDT, Kori Rahman via BVARC wrote: > > > > > > Hello everyone! > > I want to remind you all that we will have another great BVARC POTA event coming up at Stephen F. Austin State Park THIS SUNDAY (July 23rd 10am - 5pm). It's going to be a really hot one this weekend, temperatures have been over 100F for the past week or so, but if the forecast is to be believed, it might dip just a little to double digits for us on Sunday. There's a slight chance of rain later in the day, but we will be there and prepared for whatever happens. We'll have some great food as well, with our usual complement of sausages, chips, and LOTS of water. It should be a really great time with friends, some delicious food, and of course some fun on the radio! > > > Photos from our last POTA event at Brazos Bend SP in May. Marc KI5ZHO made us some fantastic fajitas, and Jayant KG5LJZ came by to see how we run our event (see his article about BVARC POTA on the Johnson Space Center ARC website here). > > > For this Sunday at Stephen F. Austin we expect to set up at the day use area near the front of the park (the first left after the ranger station). You can ask the park rangers how to find us, or reach out to us on 146.520MHz FM Simplex while in the vicinity of the park. > > The important details: > * Park access is $5. Ask for a day use area pass. More info on: tpwd.texas.gov > * IF you have a Texas State Park Pass, then admission for the day is FREE. > * ALSO, if you are over 65 years old, you can request a Senior Partial Texas Parklands Passport to get half-off of park admission (rounded to the nearest dollar). Speak to the Park Rangers when you arrive or visit tpwd.texas.gov for details. > * We will have at least 4 HF radios (40m, 20m, 15m, 10m, and possibly 17m or 80m) that you can use if you don't have your own. So all you need to bring is yourself, some water, and maybe some snacks. > * If you'd like to bring your own radio, we have a few antennas you can use and the appropriate filters. But again, you don't need to bring any equipment. > * Technician class licensees ARE WELCOME! You CAN operate the stations on ALL HF bands that are available and get POTA credit for contacts you make. You will be required to use the club call sign (ask me or Anthony W5LIC for details upon arrival). > * If you're a Tech class license holder and would like to operate on 10m you may do so under your own call sign if the station is open (10m band conditions have been favorable lately). > * Of course, you do not have to operate the radios, you can just come out for a fun time with your fellow hams. > * 10 contacts are all that are required to "activate" the park. You can log with paper, or with any apps you prefer (we recommend the HAMRS App). > * Sign up on the POTA.app website to upload your logs after the event. > > JULY BVARC POTA EVENT: > Sunday July 23rd 2023, 10am - 5pm > Stephen F. Austin State Park > Park Road 38 > San Felipe, TX 77473 > > If you've been curious about trying CW, FT8, or Winlink (VARA HF, 2m Packet etc.) we will have those as optional modes you can try (more to come in the future). As before, if you can't make this event, we are doing them every month. POTA is a lot of fun, and we hope to see you out there with us this weekend. Contact me or Anthony (W5LIC) if you have any questions about this event. > > I want to say a special thanks to all those wonderful folks who attended our last event at Brazos Bend State Park in May: > - Kristy (KI5RLZ) > - Mike (W5MWJ now N5MH) > - Laurent (W0MM) > - David (N0LUV) > - Bill (KI5ZMM) and Ava > - John (KC9JLE) > - Jayant (KJ5LJZ) + XYL > - Jason (KR1BBT) > - David (KI5TEB) > - Sean (W5URT) > - Mike (N5VCX) > - Craig (K8CPC) > - Richard (KG5YCU) and Norma > - Marc (KI5ZHO) > - Bubba (AI5KD) > - Steven (KI5IOC) > - Anthony (W5LIC) and Me (WX5KR) round out the great list of folks from the event sign-up sheet. > > Thanks to everyone for being there with us. Hope to see you again soon at our next events. 73 y'all! > > Kori Rahman, WX5KRBrazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee > Cell: (770) 298 8516 > Kori113 at gmail.com > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From beachcatbum at gmail.com Fri Jul 21 08:08:56 2023 From: beachcatbum at gmail.com (M Reiter) Date: Fri, 21 Jul 2023 08:08:56 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube In-Reply-To: <980794181.3107060.1689886594812@mail.yahoo.com> References: <0e6801d9b75a$6f7ef070$4e7cd150$@k5bou.net> <995478313.483691.1689454036157@connect.xfinity.com> <000201d9b767$01a02fd0$04e08f70$@cordellcom.com> <1515252099.486464.1689461629412@connect.xfinity.com> <980794181.3107060.1689886594812@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: in the 70s the music and video industry tried to prevent piracy by encrypting their music and movies. they barely got the first CDs out the door before there was a program free on the internet to crack the encryption. the military already encrypts their transmissions. we are not allowed to encrypt but everyone else is. I assume that the television industry wants to protect their copyrights on streaming channels and that as soon as it is done there will be a crack for it. definitely not an end to Ham as we know it. Marc. On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 3:57?PM Chris Boone via BVARC wrote: > uhhh NO AMATEUR frequencies are in jeopardy of being grabbed, > etc..Originally the petitioners wanted 5,10,15,20 and 25 MHz... > > SOUND familiar??? Look at the frequencies they propose now....not far off > WWV....now WWV uses KILOWATTS on their frequencies....don't cause issues > with ham operations....Its NOT a ham spectrum grab... > > Chris > WB5ITT > Trustee, W5APX > > On Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 05:07:05 PM CDT, Paul Easter via BVARC < > bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: > > > This has been coming for a long time. It is already being done. > > It does seem like a spectrum grab. There are plenty of HF frequencies > they can use without interference to HAM radio. > > ARRL will hopefully prove their worth this time. > > > > On Sun, Jul 16, 2023 at 3:09?PM Rick Hiller > wrote: > > Submission Comment #2 W5RH > Looking at a bit more detail in Appendix E (Page 74) their study shows > available frequency ranges within 2 to 25 MHz. None of their proposed > bands cover any of our ham bands *EXCEPT 60 Meters, where we have 5 > "channels",* but I think this is shared anyway. > > Their 10, 25 and 50 KHz "channailzed space" ranges come up to the band > edges on a few ham bands NOT JUST 20 MX as has been blogged and youtubed. > Below I have outlined where their study touches our band edges (always > skirting our bands except 60 mx). They claim throughout that they want to > cause NO Interference to existing services (ham, marine, etc.) > > Their study indicates these Frequency bands available 2 to 25 MHz (ref our > bands).... > *Below Above * > *3.4 4.0 80 is 3.5 to 4.0* > *5.4 5.0 (within 60 meters 5.3 to 5.4)* > *7.0 7.4 40 is 7.0 to 7.3* > * 9.995 10.15 30 is 10.100 to 10.150* > *14.0 14.350 20 is 14.0 to 14.350* > *18.068 18.168 17 is 18.068 to 18.168* > *21.00 21.850 15 is 21.0 to 21.450* > *24.89 End 12 is 24.890 to 24.990* > > Looked up in the license database. None of the commenting parties is a > ham except maybe John Madigan (AC0GP -- maybe). > > Also, have a look at what they intend to do. These shortwave HF links are > to benefit High-Frequency stock trading. (high frequency is not meaning RF > but the speed of the trade data xfer). Using shortwave will reduce the > latency times for the transfer of applicable stock data. Not using > satellites or the internet will cut milli seconds off of their transfer > times. HFT is a crazy way to trade stocks.. Google HFT and read on > Wikipedia. > > 73...Rick W5RH > > > > On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 6:43?PM Rick Hiller > wrote: > > A cursory read through the proposal and attached amendments shows that > they have done their homework in all aspects. The various companies have > been running experiments on air for the past 4 years. (experimental call > signs are listed) Seems like they wish to run 20KW to a 10dBi antenna on > transmit and have a simple vertical whip on the receive end. They also > propose interference avoidance and frequency jumping.... kind of like ALE. > Freqs used were 4.9, 10.2, 14.9 19.9 and 24.8 with a bandwidth of 10 KHz. > > In their initial paragraphs they mention avoidance interference to > amateur, marine and aeronautical. No mention of military in there that I > saw. > > Again, this was my 30 minute read of the various sections which means that > I was looking for pertinent information relating to us hams. I am > sure there is more to be found and corrected with a further read. > > Just my $.02 for now.....73...Rick W5RH > > On Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 5:54?PM JP Pritchard via BVARC > wrote: > > Thanks for the reply Bill. As Jim Heath points out in this video, the > deadline for comment is two weeks away. My first thought is, we might > (emphasis MIGHT) be better off to express our immediate concern to the ARRL > defense of spectrum lobbyists, in hopes that they could help convey what > they know to the rest of us (beyond what's in the petition) to give Ham > World a chance to weigh in. But whatever we do we're already late in the > process and big money backing this plan already has a big edge on us, if > there is something here to be worried about. > > Any thoughts from others? Time is running out. Let's hear it! > > JP > > On 07/15/2023 4:55 PM CDT Bill Cordell via BVARC wrote: > > > > JP: > > We may want to convene a committee of interested people to talk about what > is proposed. There are so many variables, not to mention the costs to > construct and run a digital transmitter. Also, who has digital receivers? > Currently there are limited AM shortwave receivers for that industry is > dying (like the majority of the over-the-air broadcast stations due to the > ubiquitous and massively increasing wireless internet).. > > Bill > > > > *From:* BVARC *On Behalf Of *JP Pritchard via > BVARC > *Sent:* Saturday, July 15, 2023 3:47 PM > *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB > *Cc:* JP Pritchard > *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Will This Petition Before The FCC Bring An End To > Amateur Radio As We Know It Or Am I Wrong Jim W6LG - YouTube > > > > How 'bout a couple of our broadcast engineers to respond to this... Paul, > Bill, Chris, Bob? > > On 07/15/2023 3:25 PM CDT K5BOU via BVARC wrote: > > > > > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeG00x89ATI > > > > [image: image001.png] > > K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont > > Houston*|*Texas*|*USA*|* > > https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ > > [image: image002.png][image: image003.png][image: image004.jpg][image: > image005.gif] > > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > > > > -- > Rick Hiller > *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * > *Cell: 832-474-3713* > *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* > * Houston, TX 77036* > > > > -- > Rick Hiller > *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * > *Cell: 832-474-3713* > *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* > * Houston, TX 77036* > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 21, 2023, at 6:20 PM, Walter Holmes via BVARC wrote: > > ? > Just a quick update, that the balloon is flying high tonight, but hardly moving. ? > > At this pace, it may be a few more weeks before it completes its first time around. > > Walter/K5WH > > > > > > Walter/K5WH > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From rudolph_ackerman at yahoo.com Sat Jul 22 13:59:50 2023 From: rudolph_ackerman at yahoo.com (Rudolph Ackerman) Date: Sat, 22 Jul 2023 18:59:50 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] BVARC POTA THIS WEEKEND In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <2129393654.3849245.1690052390033@mail.yahoo.com> I will not be able to attend this event.??? However I will still be POTAing, just in Oregon.?? I plan to activate?Newberry Crater Volcanic National Monument K-4390, which is in the?Deschutes National Forest K-4378. ?? Plan to be on 20meters but check for my spot for details . Temps here are going to be low of 58 with a high of 93.? The best part, humidity of 28% Hope to hear you guys Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG On Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 06:46:12 AM PDT, Kori Rahman via BVARC wrote: Hello everyone! I want to remind you all that we will have another great BVARC POTA event coming up at?Stephen F. Austin State Park THIS SUNDAY?(July 23rd 10am - 5pm). It's going to be a really?hot one this weekend,?temperatures have been over 100F for the past week or so, but if the forecast is to be believed, it might dip just a little to?double digits for us on Sunday. There's a slight chance of rain later in the day,?but we will be there and prepared for whatever happens. We'll have some great food as well,?with our usual?complement of sausages, chips, and LOTS of water. It should be a really great time with friends, some delicious food, and of course some fun on the radio! Photos?from our last POTA event at Brazos Bend SP in May. Marc KI5ZHO made us some fantastic fajitas, and Jayant KG5LJZ came by to?see how we run our event (see his article about BVARC POTA on the Johnson Space Center ARC website here). For this Sunday at Stephen F. Austin we expect to set up at the day use area near the front of the park (the first left after the ranger station). You can ask the park rangers how to find us, or?reach out to us on 146.520MHz FM Simplex while in the vicinity?of the park. The important details: ????* Park access is $5. Ask for a day use area pass. More info on:?tpwd.texas.gov ????* IF?you have a Texas State Park Pass, then admission for the day is?FREE. ????* ALSO, if you are over 65 years?old, you can request a Senior Partial Texas Parklands Passport to get half-off of park admission (rounded to the nearest?dollar). Speak to the Park Rangers when you arrive or visit?tpwd.texas.gov?for details. ????* We will have at least 4 HF radios?(40m, 20m, 15m, 10m, and possibly?17m or 80m)?that you can use if you don't have your?own. So all you need to bring is yourself, some water, and?maybe some snacks. ????* If you'd like to bring your own radio, we have a few antennas you can use and the appropriate filters. But again, you don't?need?to bring any equipment. ????* Technician class licensees ARE WELCOME!?You?CAN?operate the stations on ALL HF bands that are available and get?POTA?credit for contacts you make. You will be required to use the club call sign (ask me or Anthony W5LIC for details upon arrival). ????* If you're a Tech class license holder and would like to operate on 10m you may do so under your own call sign if the station is open (10m band conditions have been favorable lately). ????* Of course, you do not have to operate the radios, you can just come out for a fun time with your fellow hams. ????* 10 contacts are all that are required to "activate" the park. You can log with paper, or with any apps you prefer (we recommend the?HAMRS?App). ????* Sign up on the?POTA.app?website to upload your logs after the event. JULY?BVARC?POTA?EVENT: Sunday July 23rd 2023,?10am - 5pm Stephen F. Austin State Park ? ? Park Road 38 ? ? San Felipe, TX 77473 If you've been curious about trying CW, FT8, or Winlink (VARA HF, 2m Packet etc.) we will have those as optional modes you can try (more to come in the future). As before, if you can't make this event, we are doing them every month.?POTA?is a lot of fun, and we hope to see you out there with us this weekend. Contact me or Anthony (W5LIC) if you have any questions about this event. I want to say a special thanks to all those wonderful?folks who attended our last event at Brazos Bend State Park in May: - Kristy (KI5RLZ) - Mike (W5MWJ now N5MH) - Laurent (W0MM) - David (N0LUV) - Bill (KI5ZMM) and Ava - John (KC9JLE) - Jayant (KJ5LJZ)?+ XYL - Jason (KR1BBT) - David (KI5TEB) - Sean (W5URT) - Mike (N5VCX) - Craig (K8CPC) - Richard (KG5YCU) and Norma - Marc (KI5ZHO) - Bubba (AI5KD) - Steven (KI5IOC) - Anthony (W5LIC) and Me (WX5KR) round out the great list of folks from the event sign-up sheet. Thanks to everyone for being there with us. Hope to see you again soon at our next events. 73 y'all! Kori Rahman, WX5KRBrazos Valley Amateur Radio Club Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee Cell:?(770) 298 8516 Kori113 at gmail.com ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From rickhiller73 at gmail.com Sat Jul 22 19:45:44 2023 From: rickhiller73 at gmail.com (Rick Hiller) Date: Sat, 22 Jul 2023 19:45:44 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] You Tube -- Comment on FCC RM-11953 from the SMC In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Apparently Jim Heath's comments on You Tube have been removed. If you would like to read what he wrote see the attached PDF screen capture clipped before they dissed him. On Tue, Jul 18, 2023 at 8:34?AM Rick Hiller wrote: > This from Jim Heath W6LG. > > *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glmmYOXghiI > * > > Send in a comment yourself. Jim outlines this at.... > > *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAPvWFF4E50 > * > > 73...Rick W5RH > > -- > Rick Hiller > *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * > *Cell: 832-474-3713* > *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* > * Houston, TX 77036* > -- Rick Hiller *e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com * *Cell: 832-474-3713* *Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive* * Houston, TX 77036* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: RM 11953 Comment on FCC Proposal July 2023 High Power Xmitters.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 282193 bytes Desc: not available URL: From rickhiller73 at gmail.com Sat Jul 22 21:34:15 2023 From: rickhiller73 at gmail.com (Rick Hiller) Date: Sat, 22 Jul 2023 21:34:15 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] 2nd Attempt - Jim Heath comment Message-ID: Jim Heath's comment on the FCC Proposal Request has been removed frrm You Tube. I screen captured what he displayed in the video before it was removed. That screen capture image is below and the attached PDF of it.. Rick W5RH [image: image.png] -- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image.png Type: image/png Size: 718983 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: RM 11953 Comment on FCC Proposal July 2023 High Power Xmitters (1).pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 282193 bytes Desc: not available URL: From sotaxme at yahoo.com Sun Jul 23 00:46:32 2023 From: sotaxme at yahoo.com (rodney martinez) Date: Sun, 23 Jul 2023 05:46:32 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] 2nd Attempt - Jim Heath comment In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <234845820.2183573.1690091193111@mail.yahoo.com> That is insane censorship.? YouTube censors are not smart enough to even know what that all means.? They had to be directed by 3-letter agencies to do this.?? Rod MNK5Q Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sat, Jul 22, 2023 at 21:35, Rick Hiller via BVARC wrote: Jim Heath's comment on the FCC Proposal Request has been removed frrm You Tube.? ?I screen captured what he displayed in the video before it was removed.? That screen capture image is below and the attached?PDF of it..Rick? ?W5RH -- ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Jim outlines this at.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAPvWFF4E50 73...Rick W5RH -- Rick Hiller e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com Cell: 832-474-3713 Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive Houston, TX 77036 -- Rick Hiller e-mail: rickhiller73 at gmail.com Cell: 832-474-3713 Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive Houston, TX 77036 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kori113 at gmail.com Sun Jul 23 08:19:26 2023 From: kori113 at gmail.com (Kori Rahman) Date: Sun, 23 Jul 2023 08:19:26 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] BVARC POTA THIS WEEKEND In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: We are here at Stephen F. Austin State Park this morning and hope y'all can come on out! Looking like a great day! 73, Kori Rahman, WX5KR Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee Cell: (770) 298 8516 Kori113 at gmail.com On Thu, Jul 20, 2023, 8:45 AM Kori Rahman wrote: > Hello everyone! > > I want to remind you all that we will have another great BVARC POTA event > coming up at *Stephen F. Austin State Park THIS SUNDAY *(July 23rd 10am - > 5pm). It's going to be a really hot one this weekend, temperatures have > been over 100F for the past week or so, but if the forecast is to be > believed, it might dip just a little to double digits for us on Sunday. > There's a slight chance of rain later in the day, but we will be there and > prepared for whatever happens. We'll have some great food as well, with our > usual complement of sausages, chips, and LOTS of water. It should be a > really great time with friends, some delicious food, and of course some fun > on the radio! > > [image: PXL_20230528_191450194.jpg] > Photos from our last POTA event at Brazos Bend SP in May. Marc KI5ZHO made > us some fantastic fajitas, and Jayant KG5LJZ came by to see how we run our > event (see his article about BVARC POTA on the Johnson Space Center ARC > website here > > ). > [image: image.png] > > For this Sunday at Stephen F. Austin we expect to set up at the day use > area near the front of the park (the first left after the ranger station). > You can ask the park rangers how to find us, or *reach out to us on > 146.520MHz FM Simplex while in the vicinity of the park*. > > The important details: > > - Park access is $5. Ask for a day use area pass. More info on: > tpwd.texas.gov > - *IF* you have a Texas State Park Pass, then admission for the day is > *FREE*. > - *ALSO*, if you are over 65 years old, you can request a Senior > Partial Texas Parklands Passport to get half-off of park admission (rounded > to the nearest dollar). Speak to the Park Rangers when you arrive or visit > tpwd.texas.gov > for > details. > - *We will have at least 4 HF radios *(40m, 20m, 15m, 10m, and > possibly 17m or 80m) that you can use if you don't have your own. So all > you need to bring is yourself, some water, and maybe some snacks. > - If you'd like to bring your own radio, we have a few antennas you > can use and the appropriate filters. But again, you don't *need *to > bring any equipment. > - *Technician class licensees ARE WELCOME!* You *CAN *operate the > stations on ALL HF bands that are available and get POTA credit for > contacts you make. You will be required to use the club call sign (ask me > or Anthony W5LIC for details upon arrival). > - If you're a Tech class license holder and would like to operate on > 10m you may do so under your own call sign if the station is open (10m band > conditions have been favorable lately). > - Of course, you do not have to operate the radios, you can just come > out for a fun time with your fellow hams. > - 10 contacts are all that are required to "activate" the park. You > can log with paper, or with any apps you prefer (we recommend the > HAMRS App ). > - Sign up on the POTA.app website to upload your > logs after the event. > > > *JULY BVARC POTA EVENT:* > *Sunday July 23rd 2023, **10am - 5pm* > *Stephen F. Austin State Park* > * Park Road 38* > * San Felipe, TX 77473* > > If you've been curious about trying CW, FT8, or Winlink (VARA HF, 2m > Packet etc.) we will have those as optional modes you can try (more to come > in the future). As before, if you can't make this event, we are doing them > every month. POTA is a lot of fun, and we hope to see you out there with > us this weekend. Contact me or Anthony (W5LIC) if you have any questions > about this event. > > *I want to say a special thanks to all those wonderful folks who attended > our last event at Brazos Bend State Park in May:* > *- Kristy (KI5RLZ)* > *- Mike (W5MWJ now N5MH)* > *- Laurent (W0MM)* > *- David (N0LUV)* > *- Bill (KI5ZMM) and Ava* > *- John (KC9JLE)* > *- Jayant (KJ5LJZ) + XYL* > *- Jason (KR1BBT)* > *- David (KI5TEB)* > *- Sean (W5URT)* > *- Mike (N5VCX)* > *- Craig (K8CPC)* > *- Richard (KG5YCU) and Norma* > *- Marc (KI5ZHO)* > *- Bubba (AI5KD)* > *- Steven (KI5IOC)* > *- Anthony (W5LIC) and Me (WX5KR) round out the great list of folks from > the event sign-up sheet.* > > Thanks to everyone for being there with us. Hope to see you again soon at > our next events. 73 y'all! > > > Kori Rahman, WX5KR > *Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club* > > *Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee* > Cell: (770) 298 8516 > > Kori113 at gmail.com > > > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: PXL_20230528_191450194.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 803087 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image.png Type: image/png Size: 2003282 bytes Desc: not available URL: From link6950 at gmail.com Sun Jul 23 09:41:52 2023 From: link6950 at gmail.com (Sean Linkenheimer) Date: Sun, 23 Jul 2023 09:41:52 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] BVARC POTA THIS WEEKEND In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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I'll take a fully working 14-17" monitor for the right price.This email was sent via the reflector; Please do not do a "reply" or "reply to all" as everyone will get your response; Please reply directly to me at k5izo at yahoo.com Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kd5fba at gmail.com Mon Jul 24 14:04:41 2023 From: kd5fba at gmail.com (Scott Medbury) Date: Mon, 24 Jul 2023 14:04:41 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Anyone have a small - 14", 17" max monitor they want to unload? In-Reply-To: <635202486.4535477.1690223235677@mail.yahoo.com> References: <635202486.4535477.1690223235677.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <635202486.4535477.1690223235677@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I'll check, I think so John. 73 ... Scott KD5FBA On Mon, Jul 24, 2023, 1:28 PM John Chauvin via BVARC wrote: > My laptop at my lake cabin that I use for datalogging died but I have > another old laptop, with a bad screen. The laptop drives a working monitor > OK. I'll take a fully working 14-17" monitor for the right price. > This email was sent via the reflector; Please do not do a "reply" or > "reply to all" as everyone will get your response; Please reply directly to > me at k5izo at yahoo.com > > Tnx es 73 > de John, K5IZO > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From philippe at k5bou.net Mon Jul 24 14:20:12 2023 From: philippe at k5bou.net (K5BOU) Date: Mon, 24 Jul 2023 14:20:12 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Hurricane update Message-ID: <040e01d9be63$dffb2c00$9ff18400$@k5bou.net> If you are interested in hurricane updates, follow my weather page on FB. 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Mitnik - N6NHG Message-ID: This was a surprise. https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/158dn6b/kevin_d_mitnick_n6nhg_sk/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=1 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jimmy.vance at gmail.com Tue Jul 25 07:06:50 2023 From: jimmy.vance at gmail.com (Jimmy Vance) Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2023 07:06:50 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Kevin D. Mitnik - N6NHG In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <6b98360c-2bb9-e4f7-ed61-1f0141a4678c@gmail.com> What was a surprise?? That Kevin is no longer with us, or that he held an amateur radio license? On 7/24/2023 11:36 PM, KE5TE via BVARC wrote: > This was a surprise. > > https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/158dn6b/kevin_d_mitnick_n6nhg_sk/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=1 > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From ke5te at pm.me Tue Jul 25 08:40:48 2023 From: ke5te at pm.me (KE5TE) Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:40:48 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] Kevin D. Mitnik - N6NHG In-Reply-To: <6b98360c-2bb9-e4f7-ed61-1f0141a4678c@gmail.com> References: <6b98360c-2bb9-e4f7-ed61-1f0141a4678c@gmail.com> Message-ID: His passing was the surprise. Kevin being licensed not so much. Regards, Jesse Gurrola - KE5TE Mobile: 832-248-3528 Si hoc legere scis, nimium eruditionis habes. Sent from Proton Mail mobile -------- Original Message -------- On Jul 25, 2023, 07:06, Jimmy Vance via BVARC wrote: > What was a surprise? That Kevin is no longer with us, or that he held an amateur radio license? On 7/24/2023 11:36 PM, KE5TE via BVARC wrote: > This was a surprise. > > https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/158dn6b/kevin_d_mitnick_n6nhg_sk/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=1 > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From w1xq at yahoo.com Tue Jul 25 11:57:28 2023 From: w1xq at yahoo.com (John Pate) Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:57:28 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Radios for sale References: <28E61FBA-B5A5-415E-9F51-FCB097844C4B.ref@yahoo.com> Message-ID: <28E61FBA-B5A5-415E-9F51-FCB097844C4B@yahoo.com> I recently purchased a FT710 and looking to get rid of some radios. Let me know if anything interests you: Xiegu G1M: $125 Xiegu G106: $125 Century 21: $200 Ten Tec Argonaut 509 with CW filter: $250 Kenwood TS690V, this is a 10 watt version. The power on 17 -10 meters is low, 5 watts. Fine on other bands. $200 On His Majesty?s Service 73 de W1XQ Coastwatcher Reenactment RANVR Amateur Radio Lighthouse Society #182 From jcarson222 at yahoo.com Tue Jul 25 13:36:22 2023 From: jcarson222 at yahoo.com (jcarson222) Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:36:22 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Radios for sale In-Reply-To: <28E61FBA-B5A5-415E-9F51-FCB097844C4B@yahoo.com> Message-ID: <2003078103.975267.1690310186254@yahoo.com> I'll take the g106.?Kf5ontJEFFREY CARSON.Sent via the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, an AT&T 5G smartphone -------- Original message --------From: John Pate via BVARC Date: 7/25/23 11:58 AM (GMT-06:00) To: bvarc at bvarc.org Cc: John Pate Subject: [BVARC] Radios for sale I recently purchased a FT710 and looking to get rid of some radios. Let me know if anything interests you:Xiegu G1M: $125Xiegu G106: $125Century 21: $200Ten Tec Argonaut 509 with CW filter: $250Kenwood TS690V, this is a 10 watt version. The power on 17 -10 meters is low, 5 watts. Fine on other bands. $200On His Majesty?s Service73 de W1XQCoastwatcher ReenactmentRANVRAmateur Radio Lighthouse Society #182 ________________________________________________Brazos Valley Amateur Radio ClubBVARC mailing listBVARC at bvarc.orghttp://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.orgPublicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ctmedlin at outlook.com Tue Jul 25 14:31:33 2023 From: ctmedlin at outlook.com (Chris Medlin) Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2023 19:31:33 +0000 Subject: [BVARC] Kevin D. Mitnik - N6NHG In-Reply-To: References: <6b98360c-2bb9-e4f7-ed61-1f0141a4678c@gmail.com> Message-ID: Pancreatic cancer is suddenly taking people out and fast. I knew a guy in his 50?s who went SK from it quite rapidly not too long ago. Plus its what took alex trebek. Typos brought to you by iPhone On Jul 25, 2023, at 08:41, KE5TE via BVARC wrote: ?His passing was the surprise. Kevin being licensed not so much. Regards, Jesse Gurrola - KE5TE Mobile: 832-248-3528 Si hoc legere scis, nimium eruditionis habes. Sent from Proton Mail mobile -------- Original Message -------- On Jul 25, 2023, 07:06, Jimmy Vance via BVARC < bvarc at bvarc.org> wrote: What was a surprise? That Kevin is no longer with us, or that he held an amateur radio license? On 7/24/2023 11:36 PM, KE5TE via BVARC wrote: > This was a surprise. > > https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/158dn6b/kevin_d_mitnick_n6nhg_sk/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=1 > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Craig/K8CPC From: BVARC > On Behalf Of Walter Holmes via BVARC Sent: Friday, July 21, 2023 6:19 PM To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' > Cc: walterh at k5wh.net Subject: [BVARC] BLT-117, K5WH-117 Just a quick update, that the balloon is flying high tonight, but hardly moving. ? At this pace, it may be a few more weeks before it completes its first time around. Walter/K5WH Walter/K5WH -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image003.png Type: image/png Size: 354728 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image004.png Type: image/png Size: 293011 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Marc Reiter KI5ZHO On Thu, Jul 27, 2023 at 1:03?PM Mike Hardwick via BVARC wrote: > If anyone is interested in a light duty tower, a person in Rosenberg has > one that is free for the taking. You will have to take it down though. The > info that I have on it is: > > 1. Unknown manufacturer > 2. It is 30 feet or three sections but the bottom section is in concrete. > 3. There is a 10 foot mast in/on the top of the tower. > 4. It has some type of VHF? yagi mounted at the top. > 5. It is secured to the gable of a two story house. > > I have attached a few pictures of it on the e-mail. > > If you are interested, please contact me for contact info. > > Mike > N5VCX > > > > > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From davidely at prodigy.net Fri Jul 28 11:36:18 2023 From: davidely at prodigy.net (DAVID ELY) Date: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 16:36:18 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] checking in. References: <1920146680.3612570.1690562178930.ref@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1920146680.3612570.1690562178930@mail.yahoo.com> Hello,?Sorry to bother you. Do you order from Amazon?? Dave -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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In-Reply-To: References: <1920146680.3612570.1690562178930.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <1920146680.3612570.1690562178930@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <511239978.23036.1690566196267@mail.yahoo.com> This is a spam e-mail.? MikeN5VCX On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 12:34:44 PM CDT, Rick Wannall via BVARC wrote: Odd email. Who is this to? ? From: BVARC On Behalf OfDAVID ELY via BVARC Sent: Friday, July 28, 2023 19:36 Cc: DAVID ELY Subject: [BVARC] checking in. ? Hello,? Sorry to bother you. Do you order from Amazon?? Dave ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Do you order from Amazon?? > > Dave > ________________________________________________ > Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club > > BVARC mailing list > BVARC at bvarc.org > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org > Publicly available archives are available here: > https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From emdhouston at suddenlinkmail.com Fri Jul 28 16:24:30 2023 From: emdhouston at suddenlinkmail.com (Robert Polinski) Date: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 16:24:30 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] Hack Alert In-Reply-To: <114546931.3667131.1690572405446@mail.yahoo.com> References: <114546931.3667131.1690572405446.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <114546931.3667131.1690572405446@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <006801d9c199$e8b89bf0$ba29d3d0$@suddenlinkmail.com> Another reminder, always put your email address in your address book. If they hack your email, you will see an email from yourself. which will indicate you have been hacked. Robert From: BVARC On Behalf Of DAVID ELY via BVARC Sent: Friday, July 28, 2023 2:27 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: DAVID ELY Subject: [BVARC] Hack Alert Please do not reply to any email from me that asks if you use Amazon. My email account was hacked a couple of days ago. Dave - N5EKW -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From philippe at k5bou.net Sat Jul 29 18:32:38 2023 From: philippe at k5bou.net (K5BOU) Date: Sat, 29 Jul 2023 18:32:38 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] AI Message-ID: I just ask AI app to write a small document about Ham Radio. He took less to 2 minutes. Crazy! Title: "Waves of Connection: Exploring the World of Ham Radio" Introduction: In a world that thrives on instantaneous communication and digital connectivity, there exists a hobby that embraces a slower pace, where human ingenuity and passion for exploration take center stage. Welcome to the fascinating world of ham radio, where individuals transform into amateur radio operators, exploring the limits of technology and fostering connections across vast distances. In this book, we embark on a captivating journey through the history, principles, and boundless possibilities of ham radio. Chapter 1: Origins and Evolution - The birth of radio communication: From Marconi to Hertz - The emergence of amateur radio: Pioneers and early enthusiasts - The development of regulations and licensing Chapter 2: The Science Behind Ham Radio - Electromagnetic waves and propagation - Antennas and transmission lines - Modulation techniques: AM, FM, SSB, and digital modes - Radio frequency bands and allocations Chapter 3: Getting Started - Obtaining an amateur radio license - Selecting the right equipment: Transceivers, antennas, and accessories - Setting up a ham radio station - Safety considerations and operating procedures Chapter 4: Exploring the Bands - HF (High-Frequency) bands: Long-distance communication and DXing - VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) bands: Local and regional communication - Microwave bands: Weak signal propagation and experimentation - Satellites and space communication Chapter 5: Embracing the Ham Community - Joining local clubs and organizations - Participating in contests and awards - Amateur radio emergency communications - Elmers and mentoring: Learning from experienced operators Chapter 6: Specializations within Ham Radio - CW (Continuous Wave) and Morse code proficiency - Digital modes: PSK31, RTTY, and FT8 - Amateur television (ATV) and slow-scan television (SSTV) - Weak signal communication: EME (Earth-Moon-Earth) and meteor scatter Chapter 7: Ham Radio and Public Service - Providing communication support during emergencies and natural disasters - Aiding in public events and community service - Supporting scientific research and experimentation Chapter 8: Advancements and Future Trends - Software-defined radios and digital signal processing - Internet linking and remote operation - Mesh networks and digital voice modes - Incorporating ham radio into the Internet of Things (IoT) Conclusion: As we conclude our exploration of ham radio, we are left with a profound appreciation for the enduring spirit of curiosity, innovation, and human connection that defines this unique hobby. Ham radio operators continue to push the boundaries of communication, embracing both the simplicity of a wire antenna and the complexity of cutting-edge technology. In a world that often seems driven by instant gratification, ham radio stands as a testament to the enduring power of patience, skill, and the joy of exploration. So, grab your radio, tune in to the waves, and join the worldwide community of ham radio enthusiasts as they embark on their journey of Waves of Connection. Sent from my iPhone From philippe at k5bou.net Sat Jul 29 19:04:31 2023 From: philippe at k5bou.net (K5BOU) Date: Sat, 29 Jul 2023 19:04:31 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] AI In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <059501d9c279$6b625ca0$422715e0$@k5bou.net> Another example is who took less than 1 min. The question was: write an essay about FT8 : Title: Exploring FT8: A Revolution in Amateur Radio Communication Introduction Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, has been a significant platform for innovation and development in communication technology. Over the years, the field has witnessed the introduction of numerous modes for transmission and reception, each bringing unique qualities and advantages to the realm of radio communication. One of the most influential recent advancements is the introduction of the digital mode called FT8. First launched in 2017 by Joe Taylor (K1JT) and Steve Franke (K9AN), FT8 has redefined efficiency and sensitivity in weak-signal communications, opening up new possibilities for radio amateurs and researchers alike. The Basics of FT8 FT8 stands for "Franke-Taylor design, 8-FSK modulation," reflecting both its developers and the modulation scheme it uses. An integral part of the WSJT-X software suite for amateur radio, FT8 is a digital mode designed for making contacts over large distances even in poor conditions. It operates on the principle of transmitting pre-established message formats over short periods (15-second intervals), using time-synchronized transmissions. FT8's efficiency in poor signal conditions is achieved through the use of Forward Error Correction and a low data rate. Its protocol encodes 75 bits of information into 174 tones, using a modulation scheme called 8-FSK (Frequency Shift Keying). The transmission of each message lasts for 13 seconds, providing a 2-second interval for decoding and responding. The short and precise timing enables operators to exchange essential contact information (like location and call sign) swiftly, maximizing communication despite challenging propagation conditions. Implications of FT8 in Amateur Radio FT8's robustness in weak-signal conditions has made it the mode of choice for many operators who work with low power transmissions (QRP) or compromise antenna situations. It is particularly useful in HF (High Frequency) bands where conditions can be challenging due to atmospheric noise and ionospheric propagation variability. The automation of signal decoding and the limited, pre-formatted messages have significantly changed the landscape of amateur radio, allowing more people to participate in this hobby. Because of this, it has also attracted criticism from some operators who feel that the lack of traditional conversational interaction dilutes the spirit of amateur radio. Nonetheless, the adoption of FT8 has grown significantly since its inception, becoming a standard tool in the amateur radio arsenal. For example, its application in DXpeditions allows operators to make contacts from remote locations where propagation conditions are often less than ideal. Its ability to operate even in noisy environments makes it a preferred choice for operators located in densely populated urban areas, which are usually characterized by high levels of RF (Radio Frequency) noise. Moreover, FT8 has proven valuable in emergency communications. In situations where infrastructure is damaged, or in remote areas where traditional communication networks are unavailable, the low signal requirements of FT8 allow for reliable, long-distance communication using minimal power. Conclusion FT8 has irrefutably transformed the world of amateur radio, enabling communication in environments and under conditions that previously presented significant challenges. Its powerful weak-signal performance, coupled with the ease of automation, has democratized access to the hobby and facilitated critical emergency communications. As with any technological development, it continues to spark debates about the changing nature of amateur radio, but its innovative contribution to the field is undeniable. As we look forward to the future of radio communication, FT8 serves as a reminder of the endless possibilities that technology can offer in connecting people across vast distances and under the most challenging conditions K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont Houston|Texas|USA| https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ #7940 -----Original Message----- From: BVARC On Behalf Of K5BOU via BVARC Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2023 6:33 PM To: bvarc at bvarc.org Cc: K5BOU Subject: [BVARC] AI I just ask AI app to write a small document about Ham Radio. He took less to 2 minutes. Crazy! Title: "Waves of Connection: Exploring the World of Ham Radio" Introduction: In a world that thrives on instantaneous communication and digital connectivity, there exists a hobby that embraces a slower pace, where human ingenuity and passion for exploration take center stage. Welcome to the fascinating world of ham radio, where individuals transform into amateur radio operators, exploring the limits of technology and fostering connections across vast distances. In this book, we embark on a captivating journey through the history, principles, and boundless possibilities of ham radio. Chapter 1: Origins and Evolution - The birth of radio communication: From Marconi to Hertz - The emergence of amateur radio: Pioneers and early enthusiasts - The development of regulations and licensing Chapter 2: The Science Behind Ham Radio - Electromagnetic waves and propagation - Antennas and transmission lines - Modulation techniques: AM, FM, SSB, and digital modes - Radio frequency bands and allocations Chapter 3: Getting Started - Obtaining an amateur radio license - Selecting the right equipment: Transceivers, antennas, and accessories - Setting up a ham radio station - Safety considerations and operating procedures Chapter 4: Exploring the Bands - HF (High-Frequency) bands: Long-distance communication and DXing - VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) bands: Local and regional communication - Microwave bands: Weak signal propagation and experimentation - Satellites and space communication Chapter 5: Embracing the Ham Community - Joining local clubs and organizations - Participating in contests and awards - Amateur radio emergency communications - Elmers and mentoring: Learning from experienced operators Chapter 6: Specializations within Ham Radio - CW (Continuous Wave) and Morse code proficiency - Digital modes: PSK31, RTTY, and FT8 - Amateur television (ATV) and slow-scan television (SSTV) - Weak signal communication: EME (Earth-Moon-Earth) and meteor scatter Chapter 7: Ham Radio and Public Service - Providing communication support during emergencies and natural disasters - Aiding in public events and community service - Supporting scientific research and experimentation Chapter 8: Advancements and Future Trends - Software-defined radios and digital signal processing - Internet linking and remote operation - Mesh networks and digital voice modes - Incorporating ham radio into the Internet of Things (IoT) Conclusion: As we conclude our exploration of ham radio, we are left with a profound appreciation for the enduring spirit of curiosity, innovation, and human connection that defines this unique hobby. Ham radio operators continue to push the boundaries of communication, embracing both the simplicity of a wire antenna and the complexity of cutting-edge technology. In a world that often seems driven by instant gratification, ham radio stands as a testament to the enduring power of patience, skill, and the joy of exploration. So, grab your radio, tune in to the waves, and join the worldwide community of ham radio enthusiasts as they embark on their journey of Waves of Connection. Sent from my iPhone ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From philippe at k5bou.net Sat Jul 29 19:07:36 2023 From: philippe at k5bou.net (K5BOU) Date: Sat, 29 Jul 2023 19:07:36 -0500 Subject: [BVARC] AI In-Reply-To: <059501d9c279$6b625ca0$422715e0$@k5bou.net> References: <059501d9c279$6b625ca0$422715e0$@k5bou.net> Message-ID: <059701d9c279$d9f8e8a0$8deab9e0$@k5bou.net> The last example took 25 seconds. The question was simple as Radio Amateur Antenna. Title: The Art and Science of Ham Radio Antennas: A Comprehensive Overview Introduction Amateur or Ham radio is a popular hobby and service that connects people all around the world. From emergency communication networks to exploring the farthest reaches of the radio spectrum, Ham radio is a unique, fulfilling, and exciting endeavor. A vital component of any amateur radio setup is the antenna, acting as the essential interface between the radio waves propagating in space and the electronic signals in the radio equipment. Ham radio antennas come in many forms and sizes, each having its own unique characteristics and usage scenarios. This essay delves into the world of Ham radio antennas, exploring their purpose, types, design, and application in the realm of amateur radio communications. Understanding Antennas in Amateur Radio At a fundamental level, a Ham radio antenna is a device that transforms electric currents into radio waves and vice versa. Antennas play an indispensable role in transmitting and receiving radio signals, effectively determining the efficiency of the communication process. They can be designed to have a broad range of coverage (omnidirectional antennas), or to focus the radio signals in a specific direction (directional or beam antennas), enhancing communication range and signal strength in the intended direction. Types of Ham Radio Antennas Dipole Antennas: Often referred to as the simplest type of antenna, a dipole consists of two metal conductors or rods, arranged end to end with the feed line (cable connecting the antenna to the radio equipment) connected in the middle. These are typically used at low to medium frequencies. Vertical Antennas: These are a type of omnidirectional antennas that radiate in all horizontal directions. The most common type is the quarter-wave vertical, where the length of the antenna is a quarter of the wavelength of the desired frequency. Yagi-Uda Antennas: Named after their Japanese inventors, Yagi-Uda or simply 'Yagi' antennas are directional antennas that focus their radiation pattern in one direction, enhancing gain and directivity. They are commonly used for communications at higher frequencies. Loop Antennas: These antennas form a loop as the conductor is shaped into a circle or a square. They can be used for both transmitting and receiving and are especially effective at lower frequencies. Design and Construction of Ham Radio Antennas Designing and constructing a Ham radio antenna is a process deeply rooted in the understanding of electromagnetism and radio wave propagation. The type, size, height, and orientation of the antenna are all significant parameters that affect its performance. While the fundamental principles remain constant, the design must also take into account the available space, materials, budget, and the specific frequencies the operator wishes to use. Impedance matching is another critical aspect of the antenna design. It involves making the impedance of the antenna match with the impedance of the transmitter or receiver, to ensure maximum power transfer. The use of tools such as antenna tuners and baluns is common in achieving this. Moreover, the successful implementation of a Ham radio antenna also involves safe and effective installation. As antennas are often installed outdoors, they must be securely mounted and properly grounded to withstand various weather conditions and avoid any electrical hazards. Conclusion Ham radio antennas are an intriguing blend of science and art, requiring technical know-how and creative problem-solving skills. They are the key to unlocking the full potential of the radio spectrum and fostering global communication. As technology continues to evolve, so do the possibilities for more innovative and efficient antenna designs. As long as the allure of radio communication remains, the exploration and development of antennas in the realm of Ham radio will continue to be a captivating journey. K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont Houston|Texas|USA| https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ #7940 -----Original Message----- From: BVARC On Behalf Of K5BOU via BVARC Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2023 7:05 PM To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' Cc: K5BOU Subject: Re: [BVARC] AI Another example is who took less than 1 min. The question was: write an essay about FT8 : Title: Exploring FT8: A Revolution in Amateur Radio Communication Introduction Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, has been a significant platform for innovation and development in communication technology. Over the years, the field has witnessed the introduction of numerous modes for transmission and reception, each bringing unique qualities and advantages to the realm of radio communication. One of the most influential recent advancements is the introduction of the digital mode called FT8. First launched in 2017 by Joe Taylor (K1JT) and Steve Franke (K9AN), FT8 has redefined efficiency and sensitivity in weak-signal communications, opening up new possibilities for radio amateurs and researchers alike. The Basics of FT8 FT8 stands for "Franke-Taylor design, 8-FSK modulation," reflecting both its developers and the modulation scheme it uses. An integral part of the WSJT-X software suite for amateur radio, FT8 is a digital mode designed for making contacts over large distances even in poor conditions. It operates on the principle of transmitting pre-established message formats over short periods (15-second intervals), using time-synchronized transmissions. FT8's efficiency in poor signal conditions is achieved through the use of Forward Error Correction and a low data rate. Its protocol encodes 75 bits of information into 174 tones, using a modulation scheme called 8-FSK (Frequency Shift Keying). The transmission of each message lasts for 13 seconds, providing a 2-second interval for decoding and responding. The short and precise timing enables operators to exchange essential contact information (like location and call sign) swiftly, maximizing communication despite challenging propagation conditions. Implications of FT8 in Amateur Radio FT8's robustness in weak-signal conditions has made it the mode of choice for many operators who work with low power transmissions (QRP) or compromise antenna situations. It is particularly useful in HF (High Frequency) bands where conditions can be challenging due to atmospheric noise and ionospheric propagation variability. The automation of signal decoding and the limited, pre-formatted messages have significantly changed the landscape of amateur radio, allowing more people to participate in this hobby. Because of this, it has also attracted criticism from some operators who feel that the lack of traditional conversational interaction dilutes the spirit of amateur radio. Nonetheless, the adoption of FT8 has grown significantly since its inception, becoming a standard tool in the amateur radio arsenal. For example, its application in DXpeditions allows operators to make contacts from remote locations where propagation conditions are often less than ideal. Its ability to operate even in noisy environments makes it a preferred choice for operators located in densely populated urban areas, which are usually characterized by high levels of RF (Radio Frequency) noise. Moreover, FT8 has proven valuable in emergency communications. In situations where infrastructure is damaged, or in remote areas where traditional communication networks are unavailable, the low signal requirements of FT8 allow for reliable, long-distance communication using minimal power. Conclusion FT8 has irrefutably transformed the world of amateur radio, enabling communication in environments and under conditions that previously presented significant challenges. Its powerful weak-signal performance, coupled with the ease of automation, has democratized access to the hobby and facilitated critical emergency communications. As with any technological development, it continues to spark debates about the changing nature of amateur radio, but its innovative contribution to the field is undeniable. As we look forward to the future of radio communication, FT8 serves as a reminder of the endless possibilities that technology can offer in connecting people across vast distances and under the most challenging conditions K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont Houston|Texas|USA| https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ #7940 -----Original Message----- From: BVARC On Behalf Of K5BOU via BVARC Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2023 6:33 PM To: bvarc at bvarc.org Cc: K5BOU Subject: [BVARC] AI I just ask AI app to write a small document about Ham Radio. He took less to 2 minutes. Crazy! Title: "Waves of Connection: Exploring the World of Ham Radio" Introduction: In a world that thrives on instantaneous communication and digital connectivity, there exists a hobby that embraces a slower pace, where human ingenuity and passion for exploration take center stage. Welcome to the fascinating world of ham radio, where individuals transform into amateur radio operators, exploring the limits of technology and fostering connections across vast distances. In this book, we embark on a captivating journey through the history, principles, and boundless possibilities of ham radio. Chapter 1: Origins and Evolution - The birth of radio communication: From Marconi to Hertz - The emergence of amateur radio: Pioneers and early enthusiasts - The development of regulations and licensing Chapter 2: The Science Behind Ham Radio - Electromagnetic waves and propagation - Antennas and transmission lines - Modulation techniques: AM, FM, SSB, and digital modes - Radio frequency bands and allocations Chapter 3: Getting Started - Obtaining an amateur radio license - Selecting the right equipment: Transceivers, antennas, and accessories - Setting up a ham radio station - Safety considerations and operating procedures Chapter 4: Exploring the Bands - HF (High-Frequency) bands: Long-distance communication and DXing - VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) bands: Local and regional communication - Microwave bands: Weak signal propagation and experimentation - Satellites and space communication Chapter 5: Embracing the Ham Community - Joining local clubs and organizations - Participating in contests and awards - Amateur radio emergency communications - Elmers and mentoring: Learning from experienced operators Chapter 6: Specializations within Ham Radio - CW (Continuous Wave) and Morse code proficiency - Digital modes: PSK31, RTTY, and FT8 - Amateur television (ATV) and slow-scan television (SSTV) - Weak signal communication: EME (Earth-Moon-Earth) and meteor scatter Chapter 7: Ham Radio and Public Service - Providing communication support during emergencies and natural disasters - Aiding in public events and community service - Supporting scientific research and experimentation Chapter 8: Advancements and Future Trends - Software-defined radios and digital signal processing - Internet linking and remote operation - Mesh networks and digital voice modes - Incorporating ham radio into the Internet of Things (IoT) Conclusion: As we conclude our exploration of ham radio, we are left with a profound appreciation for the enduring spirit of curiosity, innovation, and human connection that defines this unique hobby. Ham radio operators continue to push the boundaries of communication, embracing both the simplicity of a wire antenna and the complexity of cutting-edge technology. In a world that often seems driven by instant gratification, ham radio stands as a testament to the enduring power of patience, skill, and the joy of exploration. So, grab your radio, tune in to the waves, and join the worldwide community of ham radio enthusiasts as they embark on their journey of Waves of Connection. Sent from my iPhone ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC at bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc at bvarc.org/ From sotaxme at yahoo.com Sat Jul 29 19:33:44 2023 From: sotaxme at yahoo.com (rodney martinez) Date: Sun, 30 Jul 2023 00:33:44 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [BVARC] AI In-Reply-To: <059701d9c279$d9f8e8a0$8deab9e0$@k5bou.net> References: <059501d9c279$6b625ca0$422715e0$@k5bou.net> <059701d9c279$d9f8e8a0$8deab9e0$@k5bou.net> Message-ID: <914070902.3862609.1690677224561@mail.yahoo.com> AI will soon eliminate college essay requirements just as electronic calculators eliminated the usage of my slide rule in high school.? Sure, there are AI analysis programs out now to identify whether a college essay was written by AI, but the cat is out of the bag, because AI is evolving magnitudes faster by the day.? It is self learning.?? And there is a dark side.? AI can be set up with starting parameters to be biased.? As in election and candidate articles.? But none of that worries me more than AI becoming a terrorist weapon.?? Another threat most people are not aware of is the VAST array of simple jobs that will be eliminated.? HR jobs will be first, but the list is endless.? It is estimated that 30% of workforce will be taken out by AI...and that estimate is only for now....think 5 yrs down the road. Kids these days better be considering "hands-on" jobs instead of college degrees if they want a sustainable income later in life.? And they better look into the future as best as possible to identify hands-on jobs that will NOT be easily replaced by robotics.? I spent 40 years programming robotics.? It is evolving fast, and with addition of AI, expect robotic evolution to take a logarithmic increase. The world we live in now will be unrecognizable in 5 years.? Did we not learn anything from the Terminator movie series? 73'sRod M.NK5Q Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sat, Jul 29, 2023 at 19:08, K5BOU via BVARC wrote: The last example took 25 seconds. The question was simple as Radio Amateur Antenna. Title: The Art and Science of Ham Radio Antennas: A Comprehensive Overview Introduction Amateur or Ham radio is a popular hobby and service that connects people all around the world. From emergency communication networks to exploring the farthest reaches of the radio spectrum, Ham radio is a unique, fulfilling, and exciting endeavor. A vital component of any amateur radio setup is the antenna, acting as the essential interface between the radio waves propagating in space and the electronic signals in the radio equipment. Ham radio antennas come in many forms and sizes, each having its own unique characteristics and usage scenarios. This essay delves into the world of Ham radio antennas, exploring their purpose, types, design, and application in the realm of amateur radio communications. Understanding Antennas in Amateur Radio At a fundamental level, a Ham radio antenna is a device that transforms electric currents into radio waves and vice versa. Antennas play an indispensable role in transmitting and receiving radio signals, effectively determining the efficiency of the communication process. They can be designed to have a broad range of coverage (omnidirectional antennas), or to focus the radio signals in a specific direction (directional or beam antennas), enhancing communication range and signal strength in the intended direction. Types of Ham Radio Antennas Dipole Antennas: Often referred to as the simplest type of antenna, a dipole consists of two metal conductors or rods, arranged end to end with the feed line (cable connecting the antenna to the radio equipment) connected in the middle. These are typically used at low to medium frequencies. Vertical Antennas: These are a type of omnidirectional antennas that radiate in all horizontal directions. The most common type is the quarter-wave vertical, where the length of the antenna is a quarter of the wavelength of the desired frequency. Yagi-Uda Antennas: Named after their Japanese inventors, Yagi-Uda or simply 'Yagi' antennas are directional antennas that focus their radiation pattern in one direction, enhancing gain and directivity. They are commonly used for communications at higher frequencies. Loop Antennas: These antennas form a loop as the conductor is shaped into a circle or a square. They can be used for both transmitting and receiving and are especially effective at lower frequencies. Design and Construction of Ham Radio Antennas Designing and constructing a Ham radio antenna is a process deeply rooted in the understanding of electromagnetism and radio wave propagation. The type, size, height, and orientation of the antenna are all significant parameters that affect its performance. While the fundamental principles remain constant, the design must also take into account the available space, materials, budget, and the specific frequencies the operator wishes to use. Impedance matching is another critical aspect of the antenna design. It involves making the impedance of the antenna match with the impedance of the transmitter or receiver, to ensure maximum power transfer. The use of tools such as antenna tuners and baluns is common in achieving this. Moreover, the successful implementation of a Ham radio antenna also involves safe and effective installation. As antennas are often installed outdoors, they must be securely mounted and properly grounded to withstand various weather conditions and avoid any electrical hazards. Conclusion Ham radio antennas are an intriguing blend of science and art, requiring technical know-how and creative problem-solving skills. They are the key to unlocking the full potential of the radio spectrum and fostering global communication. As technology continues to evolve, so do the possibilities for more innovative and efficient antenna designs. As long as the allure of radio communication remains, the exploration and development of antennas in the realm of Ham radio will continue to be a captivating journey. K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont Houston|Texas|USA| https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? #7940 -----Original Message----- From: BVARC On Behalf Of K5BOU via BVARC Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2023 7:05 PM To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' Cc: K5BOU Subject: Re: [BVARC] AI Another example is who took less than 1 min. The question was: write an essay about FT8 : Title: Exploring FT8: A Revolution in Amateur Radio Communication Introduction Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, has been a significant platform for innovation and development in communication technology. Over the years, the field has witnessed the introduction of numerous modes for transmission and reception, each bringing unique qualities and advantages to the realm of radio communication. One of the most influential recent advancements is the introduction of the digital mode called FT8. First launched in 2017 by Joe Taylor (K1JT) and Steve Franke (K9AN), FT8 has redefined efficiency and sensitivity in weak-signal communications, opening up new possibilities for radio amateurs and researchers alike. The Basics of FT8 FT8 stands for "Franke-Taylor design, 8-FSK modulation," reflecting both its developers and the modulation scheme it uses. An integral part of the WSJT-X software suite for amateur radio, FT8 is a digital mode designed for making contacts over large distances even in poor conditions. It operates on the principle of transmitting pre-established message formats over short periods (15-second intervals), using time-synchronized transmissions. FT8's efficiency in poor signal conditions is achieved through the use of Forward Error Correction and a low data rate. Its protocol encodes 75 bits of information into 174 tones, using a modulation scheme called 8-FSK (Frequency Shift Keying). The transmission of each message lasts for 13 seconds, providing a 2-second interval for decoding and responding. The short and precise timing enables operators to exchange essential contact information (like location and call sign) swiftly, maximizing communication despite challenging propagation conditions. Implications of FT8 in Amateur Radio FT8's robustness in weak-signal conditions has made it the mode of choice for many operators who work with low power transmissions (QRP) or compromise antenna situations. It is particularly useful in HF (High Frequency) bands where conditions can be challenging due to atmospheric noise and ionospheric propagation variability. The automation of signal decoding and the limited, pre-formatted messages have significantly changed the landscape of amateur radio, allowing more people to participate in this hobby. Because of this, it has also attracted criticism from some operators who feel that the lack of traditional conversational interaction dilutes the spirit of amateur radio. Nonetheless, the adoption of FT8 has grown significantly since its inception, becoming a standard tool in the amateur radio arsenal. For example, its application in DXpeditions allows operators to make contacts from remote locations where propagation conditions are often less than ideal. Its ability to operate even in noisy environments makes it a preferred choice for operators located in densely populated urban areas, which are usually characterized by high levels of RF (Radio Frequency) noise. Moreover, FT8 has proven valuable in emergency communications. In situations where infrastructure is damaged, or in remote areas where traditional communication networks are unavailable, the low signal requirements of FT8 allow for reliable, long-distance communication using minimal power. Conclusion FT8 has irrefutably transformed the world of amateur radio, enabling communication in environments and under conditions that previously presented significant challenges. Its powerful weak-signal performance, coupled with the ease of automation, has democratized access to the hobby and facilitated critical emergency communications. As with any technological development, it continues to spark debates about the changing nature of amateur radio, but its innovative contribution to the field is undeniable. As we look forward to the future of radio communication, FT8 serves as a reminder of the endless possibilities that technology can offer in connecting people across vast distances and under the most challenging conditions K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont Houston|Texas|USA| https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/ ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? #7940 -----Original Message----- From: BVARC On Behalf Of K5BOU via BVARC Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2023 6:33 PM To: bvarc at bvarc.org Cc: K5BOU Subject: [BVARC] AI I just ask AI app to write a small document about Ham Radio. He took less to 2 minutes. Crazy! Title: "Waves of Connection: Exploring the World of Ham Radio" Introduction: In a world that thrives on instantaneous communication and digital connectivity, there exists a hobby that embraces a slower pace, where human ingenuity and passion for exploration take center stage. Welcome to the fascinating world of ham radio, where individuals transform into amateur radio operators, exploring the limits of technology and fostering connections across vast distances. In this book, we embark on a captivating journey through the history, principles, and boundless possibilities of ham radio. Chapter 1: Origins and Evolution - The birth of radio communication: From Marconi to Hertz - The emergence of amateur radio: Pioneers and early enthusiasts - The development of regulations and licensing Chapter 2: The Science Behind Ham Radio - Electromagnetic waves and propagation - Antennas and transmission lines - Modulation techniques: AM, FM, SSB, and digital modes - Radio frequency bands and allocations Chapter 3: Getting Started - Obtaining an amateur radio license - Selecting the right equipment: Transceivers, antennas, and accessories - Setting up a ham radio station - Safety considerations and operating procedures Chapter 4: Exploring the Bands - HF (High-Frequency) bands: Long-distance communication and DXing - VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) bands: Local and regional communication - Microwave bands: Weak signal propagation and experimentation - Satellites and space communication Chapter 5: Embracing the Ham Community - Joining local clubs and organizations - Participating in contests and awards - Amateur radio emergency communications - Elmers and mentoring: Learning from experienced operators Chapter 6: Specializations within Ham Radio - CW (Continuous Wave) and Morse code proficiency - Digital modes: PSK31, RTTY, and FT8 - Amateur television (ATV) and slow-scan television (SSTV) - Weak signal communication: EME (Earth-Moon-Earth) and meteor scatter Chapter 7: Ham Radio and Public Service - Providing communication support during emergencies and natural disasters - Aiding in public events and community service - Supporting scientific research and experimentation Chapter 8: Advancements and Future Trends - Software-defined radios and digital signal processing - Internet linking and remote operation - Mesh networks and digital voice modes - Incorporating ham radio into the Internet of Things (IoT) Conclusion: As we conclude our exploration of ham radio, we are left with a profound appreciation for the enduring spirit of curiosity, innovation, and human connection that defines this unique hobby. Ham radio operators continue to push the boundaries of communication, embracing both the simplicity of a wire antenna and the complexity of cutting-edge technology. In a world that often seems driven by instant gratification, ham radio stands as a testament to the enduring power of patience, skill, and the joy of exploration. So, grab your radio, tune in to the waves, and join the worldwide community of ham radio enthusiasts as they embark on their journey of Waves of Connection. 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