[Alexandria Radio Club Reflector] ARC SHORTS - OCTOBER 2019
Ian
iann8ik at gmail.com
Wed Oct 2 14:17:04 EDT 2019
On Wed, Oct 2, 2019, 14:14 Ian <iann8ik at gmail.com> wrote:
> I'll bring AREDN toys and demonstrate remote admin. Bring your node(s),
> and know your password, if you'd like meshchat and iperfspeed installed.
>
> 73, Ian N8IK
>
>
> On Wed, Oct 2, 2019, 13:50 <n4asx at cox.net> wrote:
>
>> ARC-SHORTS
>>
>>
>>
>> OCTOBER 2019
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>> Club Repeaters: 147.315 (PL 107.2), 444.6 (PL107.2), 224.82 (PL107.2),
>> 53.13
>> (PL107.2) 927.6 (-25Mhz, PL107.2), and 1282.600 (PL 107.2), DSTAR
>> 145.38Mhz,
>> 442.060, and 1284.
>>
>> : DMR IS UP AND RUNNING 442.4125 +5Mhz Color Code 1.
>>
>>
>>
>> PLEASE USE OUR REPEATERS.
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>>
>>
>>
>>
>> NEXT CLUB MEETING
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>>
>>
>> Our next meeting is OCTOBER 11th. We meet at 3600 Wheeler Ave in
>> Alexandria
>> at 7PM and the meeting ends, more or less, at 9PM. Many members get
>> together at Atlantis Restaurant in the Bradlee shopping center at 5PM for
>> dinner prior to the meeting. The Bradlee shopping center is on the south
>> side of RT. 7 just east of 395, 3600 Wheeler is off of Duke Street about 1
>> block west of Quaker Lane. Informal talk in on the 147.315 repeater.
>>
>> SEPTEMBER MEETING Program
>>
>> Our program was provided by our own Ed, W4EDF on HF digital operations
>> (this
>> was moved from the August meeting to allow Art W4ART to present the MCM
>> pitch.) Great program Ed!
>>
>>
>>
>> MCM Set up
>>
>> There are three race nets, two in DC and one in VA. The race nets connect
>> the mile and half mile operators, food stops, water stops, turn points to
>> NCS. Primary function is to report runners down, or any other issues on
>> the
>> course within their areas. If time permits you can report the passage of
>> the
>> first runners and the passage of the end of the race.
>>
>> The medical net is tied into an internet server run by the Marine Corps.
>> Data is passed to the server when a runner checks into an AID STATION.
>> This
>> can be done on D-Star 1.2GHz data, 9600 Baud Packet or if you can make the
>> connection via AREDN.
>>
>> As I said earlier, this is a complex operation. Ham radio Operators need
>> to
>> check in at 3 or 4AM and need to be heading for their assigned points.
>> You
>> can depart the course when the last runner vehicle passes your location.
>> So, you can calculate your departure time by assuming a 15 minute line
>> starting at 8AM. In departing you will need to avoid the active
>> racecourse.
>> YOU DO NOT NEED TO HAVE EXPERIENCE to work this event. There will be a
>> course dress rehearsal in the Columbus Day weekend, this is mostly for the
>> Aid Stations but it's a good time to find your assigned location. Also, a
>> good time check your radio on the course.
>>
>> This event NEEDs at least 135 operators. If you can volunteer, PLEASE DO.
>> You get a nice shirt, lunch, and a great place to view 30,000 plus folks
>> running in one BIG (26.2 mile) circle.
>>
>> Meeting minutes for September 2019 ARC Meeting
>>
>>
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>> Date: 8/9/19
>>
>> Time: 1900h
>>
>> Location: Alexandria Police Dispatch Center
>>
>>
>>
>> The August meeting program was provided by Ed, W4EDF on HF digital
>> operations. Ed covered the use of FLDIGI which is FREE and can be
>> interfaced with a simple interface like the Tigertronics SIGNALINK USB.
>> Ed
>> covered the great variety of modes available.
>>
>> NEXT MEETING OCTOBER 11, 2019
>>
>>
>>
>> I don't have a program for this meeting, but I have suggested that those
>> who
>> have been experimenting with AREDN, bring your AREDN nodes and we can set
>> them up around the room and see if we can make the MESH work.
>>
>>
>>
>> 73 Rick
>>
>>
>>
>> Hamfests -
>>
>>
>>
>> The next hamfest in our area is the Mason Dixon Hamfest on October 27 in
>> Upperco, MD. It's sponsored by the Carroll County Amateur Radio Club.
>> Here
>> is the link: <https://k3pzn.net/hamfest/> https://k3pzn.net/hamfest/
>>
>>
>>
>> Looking to December, it's the SantaFest in Cheltenham, MD on December 7,
>> 2019. It's sponsored by Prince Georges County ARES and The American
>> Legion.
>> Here is the link: <http://www.pgares.org/> http://www.pgares.org/
>>
>>
>>
>> Training -
>>
>>
>>
>> Our Fall, 2019 class will start on Tuesday, October 8 and end December 10,
>> 2019. Class is filling up, but if you know someone who is looking for a
>> class to earn their first license or upgrade to General, let them know.
>> Our
>> last class had an impressive 100% pass rate.
>>
>> Contests -
>>
>>
>>
>> Contests -
>>
>> * October 5 and 6 - California QSO Party. Exchange is serial number
>> and state.
>> * October 12 and 13 - Nevada QSO Party. Exchange is serial number
>> and
>> state.
>> * October 12 and 13 - Pennsylvania QSO Party. Exchange is serial
>> number and ARRL section.
>> * October 12 and 13 - Arizona QSO Party. Exchange is serial number
>> and state.
>> * October 12 and 13 - South Dakota QSO Party. Exchange is RST and
>> state.
>> * October 14 through 18 - ARRL School Club Roundup. Exchange is RST
>> and class. Most of us will be "I" for single operator. Anyone can
>> participate, not just school clubs.
>> * October 19 and 20 - New York QSO Party. Exchange is RST and
>> state.
>> * October 20 and 21 - Illinois QSO party. Exchange is RST and
>> state.
>> * October 26 and 27 - CQ Worldwide DX Contest, SSB. Exchange is RS
>> and CQ Zone (we are in zone 5).
>> * Nov 2 and 3 - ARRL Sweepstakes, CW. Exchange is the other
>> station's
>> call, serial number, precedence, your call, check (year first licensed)
>> and
>> section.
>>
>> While it's not a contest, don't forget Jamboree on the Air the weekend of
>> October 18 through 20. Boy scouts and girl scouts from all over the world
>> will be on the air.
>>
>> Don't forget, be sure to send in your log within 7 days after the contest
>> ends for all ARRL sponsored contests. ARRL now uses a web application for
>> contest log submissions. Here is the link:
>> <http://contest-log-submission.arrl.org/>
>> http://contest-log-submission.arrl.org/ Be sure to convert your file to
>> Cabrillo format before submitting. Most logging programs support the
>> Cabrillo format.
>>
>> REMEMBER to support the CLUB'S score for contests by providing Ian N8IK
>> your
>> info (Name, Call sign and Grid Square location) and submit your scores for
>> the contests you play in. If the contest asks for a club affiliation, the
>> Alexandria Radio Club is on the list of contest clubs. Contesting is one
>> way we show that we are using our frequency allocations.
>>
>> Contests may not be your thing, but contests are a great way to show
>> outside
>> interests we do use our valuable spectrum. By showing we use our
>> spectrum,
>> other services will have a hard time proving that we don't use our
>> spectrum
>> and it's up for re-allocation to someone else.
>>
>> Contests can also be a great way to become introduced to HF
>> communications.
>> While it can be intense, pick the contest and jump in. Most contests
>> have a
>> limited exchange so it is usually easy to get what the other station
>> needs.
>>
>> State QSO parties are a great introduction to contesting. Most are
>> low-key
>> and the exchange is limited.
>>
>> Don't forget, be sure to send in your log within 7 days after the contest
>> ends for all ARRL sponsored contests.
>>
>> REMEMBER to support the CLUB'S score for contests by providing Ian, N8IK,
>> your info (Name, Call sign and Grid Square location) and submit your
>> scores
>> for the contests you play in. Contesting is one way we show that we are
>> using our frequency allocations.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Repeaters -
>>
>>
>>
>> The club repeaters are all up and running. We will have to resume the
>> follow-on net on one of the other repeaters after the Thursday net on the
>> 2
>> meter analog repeater.
>>
>> Through the generosity of one of our repeater gurus, we have obtained a
>> pair
>> of Motorola G1225 Radius mobile radios, cabling and controller to make a
>> mobile repeater for the club trailer. It is programmed with the TMARC
>> Shared Non-protected pair on 442.900 MHz with 107.2 Hz PL both in and out.
>> I will work on installing them before we need the portable repeater for
>> any
>> events. The best part is these radios will run on 12 VDC, making them
>> very
>> compatible with our trailer. I am looking for a UHF antenna to put on a
>> pole so we can set up the repeater at public service events.
>>
>> I am also looking for a permanent place to install the Motorola MTR-2000
>> repeater for coverage in Old Town. Once we find a place to put it, I can
>> apply to TMARC for a UHF repeater pair. TMARC has opened up another 1 MHz
>> between 441.000 and 442.000 MHz.
>>
>> As always, ham it up and get on the air.
>>
>> 73, Rich, KA4GFY
>>
>>
>>
>> ARES
>>
>> Short reminder, ANYONE can be an ARES volunteer, Training is primarily
>> the
>> FEMA on-line IS-100,200,700 and 800 classes about 30 minutes each and the
>> ARRL ARES class which is optional. You can volunteer without these
>> classes.
>> Training for members also includes our weekly nets and public service
>> events. If you wish to volunteer send an E-Mail to Rick, N4ASX
>> <mailto:N4ASX at arrl.net> N4ASX at arrl.net
>>
>> Marine Corps Marathon - October 27th all day - Howard still needs
>> volunteers. Time is SHORT, If you can support this event, go to
>> <http://www.MARINEMARATON.COM> www.MARINEMARATON.COM to sign up as a
>> volunteer, SELECT HAM OPERATOR. After you sign up with the Marine Corps,
>> you need to go to <http://www.MCMHAM.Org> www.MCMHAM.Org to provide
>> details
>> on you car, your needs, gear etc. This is also required for the
>> background
>> check.
>>
>> 73 Rick
>>
>> N4ASX
>>
>> ARES emergency coordinator.
>>
>> Future Programs
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>>
>>
>> 2019
>>
>> October - AREDN show and tell - Demo - BRING YOUR AREDN node and laptop.
>>
>> November - Club Elections - New President and Vice President.
>>
>> December - Party
>>
>>
>>
>> 2020
>>
>> January -
>>
>> February -
>>
>> March -
>>
>> April -
>>
>> May - Field Day planning and preparation meeting
>>
>> June -
>>
>> July -
>>
>> August -
>>
>> September -
>>
>> October -
>>
>> November - Elections
>>
>> December - Party
>>
>>
>>
>> At this time, I do not have programs for next year. YOU DON'T NEED TO
>> PRESENT, just suggest a topic you would like to hear about. HELP!!!! If
>> you have an idea for a program, please let Rick know and he will try to
>> find
>> someone to provide the program. If you know someone you would like to
>> have
>> present a program, let me know
>>
>> Rick, N4ASX
>>
>> Social Events
>>
>>
>>
>> Monday Night Burgers - There is a group that gets together at 6:15 PM on
>> Mondays at a local burger joint. Mark up on the 147.315 repeater and
>> join
>> them for the fun. Mark up on the repeater about 6PM and join the group.
>> The location does change! IF you have a good spot, you might suggest it
>> to
>> the group.
>>
>>
>>
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