Ham Radio Discussions - 12160 Social Network2024-03-19T03:38:47Zhttps://12160.info/group/hamradio/forum?feed=yes&xn_auth=noHam Radio Just Got Rude This Year! Now Where Is The FCC??tag:12160.info,2010-12-27:2649739:Topic:2804412010-12-27T06:52:04.902ZWTRH-AM-AEhttps://12160.info/profile/WTRH_AM
<p>I was on Facebook and I was just looking for electronic groups and I just came across this obnoxious ham radio conversation that was using foul language and inappropiate words. The guy was just trying to introduce a new ham on the air, but the other guy did not want to welcome him on the air. You should check out this video, please get it out as best as you can. FCC needs to step in and crack down on these nasty ham radio operations. The hobby is turning into CB radio!…<br></br> <br></br></p>
<p>I was on Facebook and I was just looking for electronic groups and I just came across this obnoxious ham radio conversation that was using foul language and inappropiate words. The guy was just trying to introduce a new ham on the air, but the other guy did not want to welcome him on the air. You should check out this video, please get it out as best as you can. FCC needs to step in and crack down on these nasty ham radio operations. The hobby is turning into CB radio!<br/> <br/>
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C86gxXIhvFY">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C86gxXIhvFY</a></p>
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</p> Police State - You Are Getting A Ticket For Using A Ham Radio!tag:12160.info,2010-06-04:2649739:Topic:1919742010-06-04T04:06:55.579ZWTRH-AM-AEhttps://12160.info/profile/WTRH_AM
I just came across this on Facebook, and you're not going to believe this. You also get a ticket for using a ham radio transceiver. A man was driving and was stopped by police in NY for using a Ham Radio in the car while driving. This also goes for FRS, and other 2 way radios. What more can the police state offer now??? …<br></br><br></br>
I just came across this on Facebook, and you're not going to believe this. You also get a ticket for using a ham radio transceiver. A man was driving and was stopped by police in NY for using a Ham Radio in the car while driving. This also goes for FRS, and other 2 way radios. What more can the police state offer now??? <br/><br/><a href="http://capitalregion.ynn.com/content/your_news/saratoga/506645/ticketed-for-talking/">http://capitalregion.ynn.com/content/your_news/saratoga/506645/ticketed-for-talking/</a><br/><br/>Be sure to share the video with other ham radio operators. <br/><br/><br/> Alright you Teccies! The ARRL 10 Meter contest is on this weekend!!!tag:12160.info,2009-12-12:2649739:Topic:1341902009-12-12T01:13:49.007ZMinutemanhttps://12160.info/profile/Minuteman
<i><b>Fire-up those 10 meter rigs and stretch their legs a bit. Who cares about the contest part of it...there WILL be action on your 10 meter band this weekend. Looks like Africa will be active from the states. Other exotic places are sure to please.<br />
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This is a Tech Class gold mine so it is. There are rules to compete but none to participate so fire up those Antrons and G5RV's because the potential will not be as good as this for some time to come!!</b></i><br />
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2009 ARRL 10-Meter Contest…
<i><b>Fire-up those 10 meter rigs and stretch their legs a bit. Who cares about the contest part of it...there WILL be action on your 10 meter band this weekend. Looks like Africa will be active from the states. Other exotic places are sure to please.<br />
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This is a Tech Class gold mine so it is. There are rules to compete but none to participate so fire up those Antrons and G5RV's because the potential will not be as good as this for some time to come!!</b></i><br />
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2009 ARRL 10-Meter Contest Rules<br />
General Rules<br />
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Object: For Amateurs worldwide to exchange QSO information with as many stations as possible on the 10-meter band.<br />
Date and Contest Period: Second full weekend of December. Starts 0000 UTC Saturday; ends 2359 UTC Sunday (December 12 – 13, 2009)<br />
2.1. All stations operate no more than 36 hours out of the 48-hour period.<br />
2.2. Listening time counts as operating time.<br />
Entry Categories:<br />
3.1. Single Operator: (9 categories)<br />
3.1.1. QRP.<br />
3.1.1.1. Mixed Mode (Phone and CW). 3.1.1.2. Phone only. 3.1.1.3. CW only.<br />
3.1.2. Low Power.<br />
3.1.2.1. Mixed Mode (Phone and CW). 3.1.2.2. Phone only. 3.1.2.3. CW only.<br />
3.1.3. High Power.<br />
3.1.3.1. Mixed Mode (Phone and CW). 3.1.3.2. Phone only. 3.1.3.3. CW only.<br />
3.2. Multioperator, Single Transmitter, mixed mode (only).<br />
3.2.1. Includes single operators using packet or spotting assistance.<br />
Contest Exchange:<br />
4.1. W/VE stations (including Hawaii and Alaska) send signal report and state or province (District of Columbia stations send signal report and DC).<br />
4.2. DX stations (including KH2, KP4, etc) transmit signal report and sequential serial number starting with 001.<br />
4.3. Maritime mobile stations send signal report and ITU Region (R1, R2 or R3).<br />
Scoring:<br />
5.1. QSO points:<br />
5.1.1. Two points for each complete two-way phone QSO. 5.1.2. Four points for each two-way CW QSO.<br />
5.2. Multipliers: (per mode, phone and CW).<br />
5.2.1. Each US state and the District of Columbia.<br />
5.2.2. Canada provinces and territories [NB (VE1, 9), NS (VE1), QC (VE2), ON (VE3), MB (VE4), SK (VE5), AB (VE6), BC (VE7), NWT (VE8), NF, (VO1), LB (VO2), YT (VY1), PEI (VY2), NU (VYØ)].<br />
5.2.3. DXCC countries (except US and Canada). NOTE: KH6 and KL7 participate and count as US states and send HI or AK as that part of their exchange.<br />
5.2.4. ITU regions (maritime mobiles only).<br />
5.3. Final Score: Multiply QSO points by total multipliers (the sum of states/VE provinces/DXCC countries/ITU regions per mode). Example: KA1RWY works 2235 stations including 1305 phone QSOs, and 930 CW QSOs, for a total of 6330 QSO points. She works 49 states, 10 Canadian call areas, 23 DXCC entities and a maritime mobile station in Region 2 on Phone and 30 states, 8 Canadian call areas, and 19 DXCC countries on CW for a total multiplier of 140. Final score = 6330 (QSO points) X 140 (multiplier) = 886,200 points.<br />
Miscellaneous:<br />
6.1. Single operator mixed-mode and multioperator stations may work stations once on CW and once on SSB.<br />
6.2. Your call sign must indicate your DXCC country if competing as DX. (N6TR in Oregon does not send N6TR/7, but K1NO in Puerto Rico must send K1NO/KP4).<br />
6.3. All entrants may transmit only one signal on the air at any given time.<br />
6.4. All CW contacts must take place below 28.3 MHz.<br />
Awards: Certificates will be awarded to:<br />
7.1. The highest-scoring single-operator station (in each category) from each ARRL/RAC Section and DXCC country.<br />
7.2. Top multioperator entries in each ARRL Division, Canada and each continent.<br />
7.3. Additional certificates will be awarded as participation warrants.<br />
Miscellaneous:<br />
8.1. All electronic logs (computer generated) must submit an ASCII text file of the log information in Cabrillo file format. Paper printouts of the electronic file are not acceptable substitutes.<br />
8.2. Hand-written paper logs are acceptable submissions.<br />
8.3. All entries must be emailed or postmarked by 0000 UTC Wednesday, January 13, 2010.<br />
8.4. Email entries only to: 10meter@arrl.org. Submissions require Cabrillo log file with all required information (including exchange sent, category entered, power, and ARRL/RAC section - see General Rules for specific file format).<br />
8.5. Electronic files not in Cabrillo file format may be designated as checklogs.<br />
8.6. Paper entries should be mailed to 10-Meter Contest, ARRL, 225 Main St, Newington, CT 06111.<br />
8.7. Paper entries must be submitted on current ARRL entry forms or an acceptable facsimile.<br />
8.7.1. Forms are available for downloading at the Contest Branch Homepage at <a href="http://www.arrl.org/contests/forms/">http://www.arrl.org/contests/forms/</a> 8.7.2. Forms are available for an SASE sent to the Contest Branch.<br />
8.8. Logs may be submitted via the web applet at <a href="http://www.b4h.net/cabforms">www.b4h.net/cabforms</a><br />
8.9. See “General Rules for All ARRL Contests” and “General Rules for ARRL Contests on bands below 30 MHz (HF)” on the ARRL Web. 8.10. General queries should be directed to the Contest Branch at contests@arrl.org or by calling (860) 594-0232. Prominent HAM radio operator dies in Russian terrorist attack.tag:12160.info,2009-12-09:2649739:Topic:1333962009-12-09T00:44:43.026ZMinutemanhttps://12160.info/profile/Minuteman
Act of terrorism claims DXer’s life<br />
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Sad news that the horrible express train crash between Moscow and St. Petersburg late Friday took the life of Andrey Golopurov RU1AO, described by his peers as a high achiever in contests and DXing generally.<br />
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Authorities report that a powerful improvised bomb was planted in the path of the high speed Nevsky Express derailing…
Act of terrorism claims DXer’s life<br />
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Submitted by Arvadmin on Thu, 03/12/2009 - 02:27<br />
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Sad news that the horrible express train crash between Moscow and St. Petersburg late Friday took the life of Andrey Golopurov RU1AO, described by his peers as a high achiever in contests and DXing generally.<br />
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Authorities report that a powerful improvised bomb was planted in the path of the high speed Nevsky Express derailing three carriages. That killed at least 26, including Andrey RU1AO who was heading home to take part in the CQ WW CW DX Contest.<br />
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No group has claimed responsibility for this terrorist act, with investigators hoping the remains of the bomb found at the scene will yield some clues on the perpetrators. Liberty Tree Radio - Mark Koernketag:12160.info,2009-11-25:2649739:Topic:1292252009-11-25T00:39:45.790ZDavid A Joneshttps://12160.info/profile/DavidAJones
Back in the 90's, the shortwave was all abuzz from about 6 pm to 10 pm with guys like Bill Cooper, Kurt Saxon, etc. My Sony 2010 got a pretty good workout back then.<br />
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Gradually, it seems the internet has sort of taken over for the "patriot" radio shows. Most likely because of cost effectiveness.<br />
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After Mark did his stint in prison...I think he was railroaded, but that is another subject...I wondered what he would do. They have been doing a real good job with their internet broadcast; a lot of…
Back in the 90's, the shortwave was all abuzz from about 6 pm to 10 pm with guys like Bill Cooper, Kurt Saxon, etc. My Sony 2010 got a pretty good workout back then.<br />
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Gradually, it seems the internet has sort of taken over for the "patriot" radio shows. Most likely because of cost effectiveness.<br />
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After Mark did his stint in prison...I think he was railroaded, but that is another subject...I wondered what he would do. They have been doing a real good job with their internet broadcast; a lot of relevant information. They label their days...Quartermaster Friday, Weapons Wednesday, and Communications Tuesday...I forget the others, but you get the idea.<br />
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They had some decent stuff tonight, one thing being setting up a Marine Radio net. I realize the legality part of this, and that's not the point. The point is, they cover things that some of us may not think of.<br />
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Now to my REAL point of posting this. They are in the works of going back on shortwave every evening. It's pretty much a done deal, but the date and time slot has to be ironed out.<br />
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The freq will be 9.265 on WINB out of Pennsylvania. Most of their programs, if not all, are religious, which is where most shortwave has gone since the patriot broadcasters migrated to the net.<br />
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I'll post again when I know the certain date and time.<br />
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In the meantime, if you have the time and inclination, the net broadcasts are available several places. Liberty Tree Radio link is below. They have a morning, afternoon, and evening show; all fresh, all live. Call-ins are welcome, but on your nickel. No 800# there.<br />
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<a href="http://www.libertytreeradio.4mg.com/">http://www.libertytreeradio.4mg.com/</a><br />
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jonesey65244<br />
KC0OUF Ham Radio innovations, list them here.tag:12160.info,2009-11-23:2649739:Topic:1286452009-11-23T14:17:36.707ZMinutemanhttps://12160.info/profile/Minuteman
A novel approach to long wire deployment.<br />
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A massive invention if you are no where near 1/4 wavelength in…
A novel approach to long wire deployment.<br />
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A massive invention if you are no where near 1/4 wavelength in height.<br />
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<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Nxp_Nsa54_Q&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="never"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Nxp_Nsa54_Q&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="never" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> QRP for the long haul. Antennas, Tuners, Rigs and Power. What have you?tag:12160.info,2009-11-19:2649739:Topic:1272982009-11-19T03:36:36.828ZMinutemanhttps://12160.info/profile/Minuteman
I recently was loaned an FT-817ND rig and I do see it's potential. It's small, light, fully band loaded and self contained. No Wx or tuner so those would be supplemental. I can see this radio as being a perfect goto rig in times of need such as being displaced or trekking the trails. With a solar charger and the right combination of gear a QRP rig could be just the ticket for an extended "woods walk" for whatever reason was imposed or chosen.<br />
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There are several other rigs out there with fairly…
I recently was loaned an FT-817ND rig and I do see it's potential. It's small, light, fully band loaded and self contained. No Wx or tuner so those would be supplemental. I can see this radio as being a perfect goto rig in times of need such as being displaced or trekking the trails. With a solar charger and the right combination of gear a QRP rig could be just the ticket for an extended "woods walk" for whatever reason was imposed or chosen.<br />
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There are several other rigs out there with fairly complete band and mode coverage. Loads of antenna options. Even more pocket tuner choices. And power/charging selection has never been greater.<br />
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So what say you? What do you think of QRP? What has caught your attention in the line-up of rigs and accessories? Have you any tips or advice for a person getting started?<br />
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I'll like this QRP stuff I think !!EMERGENCY!! Power. What you have and have seen work. And what you want.tag:12160.info,2009-11-18:2649739:Topic:1271252009-11-18T10:56:34.313ZDavid A Joneshttps://12160.info/profile/DavidAJones
I thought I'd start this here, since our front page is getting a little long, and we have discussed emergency power there quite a bit.<br />
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We all want a 3 gigawatt solar/wind plant. But getting there might be a long haul. I'd like to know what we have actually got that we use, or have seen others use successfully.<br />
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I'm going to start it off with a solar battery charger. I bought a 4 AA cell solar charger in 1993. It worked, but it took more than a full day of strong sun to charge the batteries.…
I thought I'd start this here, since our front page is getting a little long, and we have discussed emergency power there quite a bit.<br />
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We all want a 3 gigawatt solar/wind plant. But getting there might be a long haul. I'd like to know what we have actually got that we use, or have seen others use successfully.<br />
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I'm going to start it off with a solar battery charger. I bought a 4 AA cell solar charger in 1993. It worked, but it took more than a full day of strong sun to charge the batteries. Still, it was something, and something is better than nothing.<br />
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Then last year, I got this little guy. The big draw for me was that it would do not only AA, but AAA, C and D cells, too.<br />
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I was camping at a lake 15 miles from home, and had run down a set of AA's, so put it to the test. I loaded it in late morning, and checked them in late afternoon, not expecting them to be up much. OH YEAH?!? They were fully charged. 4 - 1800 mAH NiMH bats for those interested.<br />
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Being solar, the batteries are not being zapped with a heavy charge, so I am betting it will be safe to rejuvenate alkalines, too, but only refresh them. There's not much to do with a totally dead alkaline.<br />
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My Icom T90A HT will transmit 1/2 watt with a pair of AA bats, so that is my purpose for this.<br />
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The good thing I like is it does 4 size batteries. The bad is you HAVE to do 4 at a time for it to work properly, and they have to be the same size. Should be the same mAH capacity, also, though I'm not certain on this.<br />
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They are probably available from a lot of sources, but since Emergency Essentials has been giving me great service for nearly 18 years, I will give their link.<br />
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<a href="http://beprepared.com/product.asp_Q_pn_E_CM%20B475_A_name_E_Solar%204-in-1%20Plus%20Battery%20Charger">http://beprepared.com/product.asp_Q_pn_E_CM%20B475_A_name_E_Solar%204-in-1%20Plus%20Battery%20Charger</a><br />
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jonesey65244<br />
KC0OUF What do you monitor?tag:12160.info,2009-11-18:2649739:Topic:1271242009-11-18T10:13:21.561ZDavid A Joneshttps://12160.info/profile/DavidAJones
Although this is more a scanner question, I think it's probably appropriate here for the hams, too.<br />
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What freqs do you monitor?<br />
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I listen way more than I talk on the radio. Frankly, one of the reasons I got my ham ticket in the first place was to be legal in a motor vehicle with a scanner in states like Minnesota, where I used to live, where they have outlawed mobile scanners.<br />
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Here at home, I have all the law enforcement freqs in my area, towns, 4 counties, and state patrol programmed. All ham…
Although this is more a scanner question, I think it's probably appropriate here for the hams, too.<br />
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What freqs do you monitor?<br />
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I listen way more than I talk on the radio. Frankly, one of the reasons I got my ham ticket in the first place was to be legal in a motor vehicle with a scanner in states like Minnesota, where I used to live, where they have outlawed mobile scanners.<br />
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Here at home, I have all the law enforcement freqs in my area, towns, 4 counties, and state patrol programmed. All ham repeaters within 60-80 miles. 2 meter and 75 centimeter. I have no 6 or 10 meter repeaters within reach. The national call freqs are in, though. Marine band is in there, but not much use here in north central Missouri. But when I go around the Mississippi River, the Lock & Dam traffic is monitored.<br />
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In addition to those, I have the Railroad freqs plugged in. There is a coal fired power plant 10 miles from me. They are in there.<br />
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I programmed in all the FRS/GMRS freqs, too. And the CB freqs are in there, in addition to my scanning CB.<br />
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What has all this got to do with anything? The way I see it, I have NO IDEA WHATEVER where the next attack will be. If there is a road block set up, I should hear it. If there is some sort of trouble at the power plant or with the trains, I should hear it.<br />
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The FRS/GMRS freqs was sort of an experiment, but I found that it works just this past weekend. Deer season is open, and I could hear a couple hunters on the property next to me. If some bad guys are trying to get to my place and are using any radio comms, I hope to have my "ears on" to be able to know.<br />
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Granted, if the bad guys really want to get me, I'm probably gonna get got, eh? But I figure any advance notice is an advantage.<br />
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I have a 1 oz eagle set aside for my final large radio purchase. As yet, I have not made the decision whether it will be a 746 PRO, or the Icom R2500. I almost sold the eagle 8 months ago to get a used 746, but got outbid. That was at $850 gold. This afternoon, I expect gold to top out $1150. Maybe if I drag my feet a little longer, I can get both.<br />
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Anyway, bottom line for me is being able to communicate with you guys is important, and I hope in the next months, we do get a net up and running, but listening to what is going on near to me is at least equally as important, if not more so, because after all, I have to know what is going on here to be able to let you know there.<br />
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Here is a link to the Icom R2500. It's a nice listening unit. There are plenty of better units out there, but $10k plus radios are not only out of my reach, but in my case would be a waste of resources.<br />
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<a href="http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/widerxvr/2500.html">http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/widerxvr/2500.html</a><br />
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jonesey65244<br />
KC0OUF Rapid deployment portable field comms. Does it get any faster/stealthier than this?tag:12160.info,2009-11-08:2649739:Topic:1229452009-11-08T12:29:35.971ZMinutemanhttps://12160.info/profile/Minuteman
Grids down and you're on the move. Stakes are high. Gerry like trucks are sniffing around trying to block comms maybe. You don't live in a forest or hills. You are flushed from your home for whatever reason. In and out is essential for survival and coordination. You need comms, simple beverage wire for NVIS but what about long range and DX low angle of takeoff? Ruggedized?<br />
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Here's what I scored for that.…
Grids down and you're on the move. Stakes are high. Gerry like trucks are sniffing around trying to block comms maybe. You don't live in a forest or hills. You are flushed from your home for whatever reason. In and out is essential for survival and coordination. You need comms, simple beverage wire for NVIS but what about long range and DX low angle of takeoff? Ruggedized?<br />
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Here's what I scored for that.<br />
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It works extremly well and is only a couple db down from a large wire dipole taking up airspace and setup time. Kicks butt on my mobile setup. No ground radials required. It's the backpacker 2010 from Transworld....