From n3ae at comcast.net  Mon Jan  1 14:55:52 2024
From: n3ae at comcast.net (Shawn Donley)
Date: Mon, 1 Jan 2024 14:55:52 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024
Message-ID: <989334363.1381556.1704138952717@connect.xfinity.com>

Happy New Year to all.
 
I'd like to get some feedback on what activities you would like us to have this year.   We're still scheduled for in-person meetings on the third Wednesday of the month.  Should we also have a net?  If so, one a week?  Once a month?
 
More digital mode practice?   Field exercises like we did for SET?
 
Let me and Andy know.
 
tnx
 
N3AE
Calvert EC

From clarkjmc at protonmail.com  Mon Jan  1 15:55:07 2024
From: clarkjmc at protonmail.com (Mike Clark)
Date: Mon, 01 Jan 2024 20:55:07 +0000
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024
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My humble new guy opinion is digital net twice a month.

vr,

Mike

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On Mon, Jan 1, 2024 at 14:55, Shawn Donley <[n3ae at comcast.net](mailto:On Mon, Jan 1, 2024 at 14:55, Shawn Donley <<a href=)> wrote:

> Happy New Year to all.
>
> I'd like to get some feedback on what activities you would like us to have this year. We're still scheduled for in-person meetings on the third Wednesday of the month. Should we also have a net? If so, one a week? Once a month?
>
> More digital mode practice? Field exercises like we did for SET?
>
> Let me and Andy know.
>
> tnx
>
> N3AE
> Calvert EC
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From n3pph at comcast.net  Mon Jan  1 16:30:32 2024
From: n3pph at comcast.net (n3pph at comcast.net)
Date: Mon, 01 Jan 2024 21:30:32 +0000
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024
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I think coordinating a joint activity with St Marys ARES would be 
beneficial to all. That would force relays to get from 1 end to the 
other, pick a mode.

73,
Bob N3PPH


------ Original Message ------
>From "Shawn Donley" <n3ae at comcast.net>
To "ARES Reflector" <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
Date 1/1/2024 2:55:52 PM
Subject [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024

>Happy New Year to all.
>
>I'd like to get some feedback on what activities you would like us to have this year.   We're still scheduled for in-person meetings on the third Wednesday of the month.  Should we also have a net?  If so, one a week?  Once a month?
>
>More digital mode practice?   Field exercises like we did for SET?
>
>Let me and Andy know.
>
>tnx
>
>N3AE
>Calvert EC
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From acharland182 at gmail.com  Mon Jan  1 16:43:31 2024
From: acharland182 at gmail.com (Andrew Charland)
Date: Mon, 1 Jan 2024 16:43:31 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024
In-Reply-To: <emd9db94a7-64f2-460e-9d64-456ddd4d9ae2@10579a08.com>
References: <989334363.1381556.1704138952717@connect.xfinity.com>
	<emd9db94a7-64f2-460e-9d64-456ddd4d9ae2@10579a08.com>
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Maybe throw some simplex relays in there as well. Would help us find areas
where "fixed relay stations" may be needed. Could consider doing the same
with AA County's group too.

Andy

On Mon, Jan 1, 2024, 16:34 n3pph at comcast.net <n3pph at comcast.net> wrote:

> I think coordinating a joint activity with St Marys ARES would be
> beneficial to all. That would force relays to get from 1 end to the
> other, pick a mode.
>
> 73,
> Bob N3PPH
>
>
> ------ Original Message ------
> From "Shawn Donley" <n3ae at comcast.net>
> To "ARES Reflector" <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
> Date 1/1/2024 2:55:52 PM
> Subject [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024
>
> >Happy New Year to all.
> >
> >I'd like to get some feedback on what activities you would like us to
> have this year.   We're still scheduled for in-person meetings on the third
> Wednesday of the month.  Should we also have a net?  If so, one a week?
> Once a month?
> >
> >More digital mode practice?   Field exercises like we did for SET?
> >
> >Let me and Andy know.
> >
> >tnx
> >
> >N3AE
> >Calvert EC
> >______________________________________________________________
> >Visit us on the web: https://ares.k3cal.org
> >
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From W3PQS at comcast.net  Tue Jan  2 08:57:57 2024
From: W3PQS at comcast.net (W3PQS at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2024 08:57:57 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024
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-----Original Message-----
From: calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net <calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net>
On Behalf Of Shawn Donley
Sent: Monday, January 1, 2024 2:56 PM
To: ARES Reflector <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024

Happy New Year to all.
 
I'd like to get some feedback on what activities you would like us to have
this year.   We're still scheduled for in-person meetings on the third
Wednesday of the month.  Should we also have a net?  If so, one a week?
Once a month?
 
More digital mode practice?   Field exercises like we did for SET?
 
Let me and Andy know.
 
tnx
 
N3AE
Calvert EC
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From W3PQS at comcast.net  Tue Jan  2 09:00:32 2024
From: W3PQS at comcast.net (W3PQS at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2024 09:00:32 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024
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Shawn
During the summer I would like to see us go out and cover the county with
the message to relay from one into the other on HF

-----Original Message-----
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On Behalf Of Shawn Donley
Sent: Monday, January 1, 2024 2:56 PM
To: ARES Reflector <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM for 2024

Happy New Year to all.
 
I'd like to get some feedback on what activities you would like us to have
this year.   We're still scheduled for in-person meetings on the third
Wednesday of the month.  Should we also have a net?  If so, one a week?
Once a month?
 
More digital mode practice?   Field exercises like we did for SET?
 
Let me and Andy know.
 
tnx
 
N3AE
Calvert EC
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From n3ae at comcast.net  Mon Jan  8 15:13:44 2024
From: n3ae at comcast.net (Shawn Donley)
Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2024 15:13:44 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Rain and High WInd WARNING
Message-ID: <921184373.1700262.1704744824366@connect.xfinity.com>

If possible, please monitor the 146.985 repeater through this storm period.  Saturated soils will likely result in uprooted trees during the wind event.
 
Tuesday
Rain after 8am. High near 60. Windy, with an east wind 9 to 14 mph increasing to 21 to 26 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 39 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
 
Tuesday Night
Rain, mainly before 2am. The rain could be heavy at times. Low around 42. Windy, with a southeast wind 28 to 33 mph becoming southwest 21 to 26 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
 
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 233 PM EST Mon Jan 8 2024 MDZ018-090345- /O.UPG.KLWX.WI.Y.0001.240109T2000Z-240110T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KLWX.HW.W.0001.240109T2000Z-240110T0600Z/
 
Calvert- Including the cities of Chesapeake Beach, Huntingtown, Dunkirk, North Beach, Lusby, and Prince Frederick 233 PM EST Mon Jan 8 2024 ...
 
HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 1 AM EST WEDNESDAY...
 
* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. The strongest winds will be near the bayshore.
 
* WHERE...Calvert County.
 
* WHEN...From 3 PM Tuesday to 1 AM EST Wednesday.
 
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

From wb3kas at aol.com  Mon Jan  8 16:09:10 2024
From: wb3kas at aol.com (=?UTF-8?Q?=F0=9F=94=94AOL_mail=C2=AE?=)
Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2024 21:09:10 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Rain and High WInd WARNING
In-Reply-To: <921184373.1700262.1704744824366@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <921184373.1700262.1704744824366@connect.xfinity.com>
Message-ID: <2024131476.10344706.1704748150940@mail.yahoo.com>

Thanks Shawn.
---------------------tnx es 73,
Jim Montgomery?WB3KAS?ARRL MDC Section SEC?wb3kas at arrl.net?

MDC - DE ARES Situational Awareness Map:?

https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/d752a17ee8d147f6bbe5faf99c3ab0ed/?org=oldtopographer
 

    On Monday, January 8, 2024 at 03:15:40 PM EST, Shawn Donley <n3ae at comcast.net> wrote:  
 
 If possible, please monitor the 146.985 repeater through this storm period.? Saturated soils will likely result in uprooted trees during the wind event.
 
Tuesday
Rain after 8am. High near 60. Windy, with an east wind 9 to 14 mph increasing to 21 to 26 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 39 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
 
Tuesday Night
Rain, mainly before 2am. The rain could be heavy at times. Low around 42. Windy, with a southeast wind 28 to 33 mph becoming southwest 21 to 26 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
 
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 233 PM EST Mon Jan 8 2024 MDZ018-090345- /O.UPG.KLWX.WI.Y.0001.240109T2000Z-240110T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KLWX.HW.W.0001.240109T2000Z-240110T0600Z/
 
Calvert- Including the cities of Chesapeake Beach, Huntingtown, Dunkirk, North Beach, Lusby, and Prince Frederick 233 PM EST Mon Jan 8 2024 ...
 
HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 1 AM EST WEDNESDAY...
 
* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. The strongest winds will be near the bayshore.
 
* WHERE...Calvert County.
 
* WHEN...From 3 PM Tuesday to 1 AM EST Wednesday.
 
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.
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From kb3vle at gmail.com  Mon Jan  8 16:23:48 2024
From: kb3vle at gmail.com (Wade Mahaffey)
Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2024 16:23:48 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Rain and High WInd WARNING
In-Reply-To: <921184373.1700262.1704744824366@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <921184373.1700262.1704744824366@connect.xfinity.com>
Message-ID: <CAJbuh9mBH8z574u8-iC9MHvVM1fNVWsbt2i-xSk=MoT7VceEPw@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks for the heads up.

This is probably a good time to check our equipment.


Wade

On Mon, Jan 8, 2024, 15:14 Shawn Donley <n3ae at comcast.net> wrote:

> If possible, please monitor the 146.985 repeater through this storm
> period.  Saturated soils will likely result in uprooted trees during the
> wind event.
>
> Tuesday
> Rain after 8am. High near 60. Windy, with an east wind 9 to 14 mph
> increasing to 21 to 26 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 39
> mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between
> three quarters and one inch possible.
>
> Tuesday Night
> Rain, mainly before 2am. The rain could be heavy at times. Low around 42.
> Windy, with a southeast wind 28 to 33 mph becoming southwest 21 to 26 mph
> after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. Chance of precipitation
> is 100%. New precipitation amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
>
> -------------------------------------------------------------------------
> URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington
> DC 233 PM EST Mon Jan 8 2024 MDZ018-090345-
> /O.UPG.KLWX.WI.Y.0001.240109T2000Z-240110T0600Z/
> /O.NEW.KLWX.HW.W.0001.240109T2000Z-240110T0600Z/
>
> Calvert- Including the cities of Chesapeake Beach, Huntingtown, Dunkirk,
> North Beach, Lusby, and Prince Frederick 233 PM EST Mon Jan 8 2024 ...
>
> HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 1 AM EST WEDNESDAY...
>
> * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
> The strongest winds will be near the bayshore.
>
> * WHERE...Calvert County.
>
> * WHEN...From 3 PM Tuesday to 1 AM EST Wednesday.
>
> * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
> Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
> for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People
> should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches.
> If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm,
> and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.
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>
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From acharland182 at gmail.com  Wed Jan 10 08:47:49 2024
From: acharland182 at gmail.com (Andrew Charland)
Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2024 08:47:49 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Wednesday Lunch
Message-ID: <CAKHsO=2oGrsnnhC76k9wg=9hqDEJ8=MsBrJDhS2f5ZxT5svBCw@mail.gmail.com>

Just a reminder... Lunch today is at Three Bros. in Prince Frederick at
11:30. Hope to see you there.

Andy
KC3WRX

From acharland182 at gmail.com  Mon Jan 15 08:23:07 2024
From: acharland182 at gmail.com (acharland182 at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 08:23:07 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Winter weather Advisory
Message-ID: <001d01da47b5$fac8d790$f05a86b0$@gmail.com>

Pretty sure everyone's already heard but.

 

 

https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=MDZ018
<https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=MDZ018&warncounty=MDC00
9&firewxzone=MDZ018&local_place1=Prince%20Frederick%20MD&product1=Winter+Wea
ther+Advisory&lat=38.5422&lon=-76.5865>
&warncounty=MDC009&firewxzone=MDZ018&local_place1=Prince%20Frederick%20MD&pr
oduct1=Winter+Weather+Advisory&lat=38.5422&lon=-76.5865

 

Andy

KC3WRX


From n3ae at comcast.net  Mon Jan 15 15:09:36 2024
From: n3ae at comcast.net (Shawn Donley)
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 15:09:36 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at 7pm
Message-ID: <2088576639.1808870.1705349376895@connect.xfinity.com>

All,
 
Our first monthly meeting for 2024 is this Wednesday, 7pm, at the Harriet Brown Community Center in Prince Frederick.
 
Main topic:  Discussion of our objectives and desired activities for 2024
 
 
My Proposal:  I would like the group to take on the objective of getting a combined packet and VARA Winlink gateway up and running at the Calvert Hospital.   We have a spare 2M antenna already installed on the roof.
 
Generally, Winlink recommends separate frequencies for VARA and packet.  But I don't see us having the resources (or need) for two separate gateway systems.  With VARA's speed advantage over packet Winlink, I suspect packet Winlink will be sundowning in a few years.
 
I have not researched the details of what it takes to do this, but in rough terms it requires:
 
1.  A VHF transceiver (might have requirements for quick RX/TX switchover time).
2.  A "brick" style mini-PC
3.  One or two good sound card interfaces like the Masters Communications DRA-45 or DRA-50
4.  Sound modem software i.e. UZ7HO's "soundmodem"
5.  VARA software
6.  Winlink RMS software
7.  Winlink Sysop status
 
Some web links to explore ( I have not watched them all myself).  No doubt there are many other links.
 
1.  How to set up a VARA FM and Packet Winlink Gateway  (note:  video has poor focus when showing computer screens)
     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcnM0QdGGKY
 
2.  Setting up an HF VARA Winlink Gateway  (focus is on HF but might contain some hints)
     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kNUscwzuvs
 
3. V/UHF Winlink on Packet & VARA FM using sound cards
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGQrJ5NY9Q
 
4. Using a "Brick" computer to run Run RMS Packet and VARA FM 
    https://winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/brickcomputerforwinink_1.2.pdf
 
5.  KQ9P's Setup to run Packet on VHF and VARA on VHF & UHF (but only an extra 2M antenna available at the Hospital currently)
    https://cvadn.net/winlink-gateway-configuration/
 
6.  RMS Packet Dual-Mode (Packet and Vara FM) Setup
     https://www.winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/rms_packet_dual_mode_single_radio_setup_0.pdf
 
7.  Groups i/o discussion on dual mode gateway
     https://groups.io/g/VARA-MODEM/topic/86554903
 
Hope to see you on Wedesday.
 
N3AE
Calvert EC

From kew at k3w.us  Mon Jan 15 16:05:36 2024
From: kew at k3w.us (kew at k3w.us)
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 15:05:36 -0600
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at 7pm
In-Reply-To: <2088576639.1808870.1705349376895@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <2088576639.1808870.1705349376895@connect.xfinity.com>
Message-ID: <af020bcb45d84d5d3acddee244d1bb97@k3w.us>





Will this meeting be ZOOMed?

73,
Kim, K3OCM
301.575.4396




On 2024-01-15 14:09, Shawn Donley wrote:
> All,
> 
> Our first monthly meeting for 2024 is this Wednesday, 7pm, at the 
> Harriet Brown Community Center in Prince Frederick.
> 
> Main topic:  Discussion of our objectives and desired activities for 
> 2024
> 
> 
> My Proposal:  I would like the group to take on the objective of 
> getting a combined packet and VARA Winlink gateway up and running at 
> the Calvert Hospital.   We have a spare 2M antenna already installed on 
> the roof.
> 
> Generally, Winlink recommends separate frequencies for VARA and packet. 
>  But I don't see us having the resources (or need) for two separate 
> gateway systems.  With VARA's speed advantage over packet Winlink, I 
> suspect packet Winlink will be sundowning in a few years.
> 
> I have not researched the details of what it takes to do this, but in 
> rough terms it requires:
> 
> 1.  A VHF transceiver (might have requirements for quick RX/TX 
> switchover time).
> 2.  A "brick" style mini-PC
> 3.  One or two good sound card interfaces like the Masters 
> Communications DRA-45 or DRA-50
> 4.  Sound modem software i.e. UZ7HO's "soundmodem"
> 5.  VARA software
> 6.  Winlink RMS software
> 7.  Winlink Sysop status
> 
> Some web links to explore ( I have not watched them all myself).  No 
> doubt there are many other links.
> 
> 1.  How to set up a VARA FM and Packet Winlink Gateway  (note:  video 
> has poor focus when showing computer screens)
>      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcnM0QdGGKY
> 
> 2.  Setting up an HF VARA Winlink Gateway  (focus is on HF but might 
> contain some hints)
>      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kNUscwzuvs
> 
> 3. V/UHF Winlink on Packet & VARA FM using sound cards
>     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGQrJ5NY9Q
> 
> 4. Using a "Brick" computer to run Run RMS Packet and VARA FM
>     
> https://winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/brickcomputerforwinink_1.2.pdf
> 
> 5.  KQ9P's Setup to run Packet on VHF and VARA on VHF & UHF (but only 
> an extra 2M antenna available at the Hospital currently)
>     https://cvadn.net/winlink-gateway-configuration/
> 
> 6.  RMS Packet Dual-Mode (Packet and Vara FM) Setup
>      
> https://www.winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/rms_packet_dual_mode_single_radio_setup_0.pdf
> 
> 7.  Groups i/o discussion on dual mode gateway
>      https://groups.io/g/VARA-MODEM/topic/86554903
> 
> Hope to see you on Wedesday.
> 
> N3AE
> Calvert EC
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From acharland182 at gmail.com  Mon Jan 15 17:47:15 2024
From: acharland182 at gmail.com (acharland182 at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 17:47:15 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at 7pm
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Kim

To my knowledge we've never ZOOMed an Auxcomm meeting.

Andy
KC3WRX

-----Original Message-----
From: calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net <calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net>
On Behalf Of kew at k3w.us
Sent: Monday, January 15, 2024 4:06 PM
To: Calvert County, MD AUXCOMM <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
Subject: Re: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at
7pm





Will this meeting be ZOOMed?

73,
Kim, K3OCM
301.575.4396




On 2024-01-15 14:09, Shawn Donley wrote:
> All,
> 
> Our first monthly meeting for 2024 is this Wednesday, 7pm, at the 
> Harriet Brown Community Center in Prince Frederick.
> 
> Main topic:  Discussion of our objectives and desired activities for
> 2024
> 
> 
> My Proposal:  I would like the group to take on the objective of 
> getting a combined packet and VARA Winlink gateway up and running at
> the Calvert Hospital.   We have a spare 2M antenna already installed on 
> the roof.
> 
> Generally, Winlink recommends separate frequencies for VARA and packet. 
>  But I don't see us having the resources (or need) for two separate 
> gateway systems.  With VARA's speed advantage over packet Winlink, I 
> suspect packet Winlink will be sundowning in a few years.
> 
> I have not researched the details of what it takes to do this, but in 
> rough terms it requires:
> 
> 1.  A VHF transceiver (might have requirements for quick RX/TX 
> switchover time).
> 2.  A "brick" style mini-PC
> 3.  One or two good sound card interfaces like the Masters 
> Communications DRA-45 or DRA-50 4.  Sound modem software i.e. UZ7HO's 
> "soundmodem"
> 5.  VARA software
> 6.  Winlink RMS software
> 7.  Winlink Sysop status
> 
> Some web links to explore ( I have not watched them all myself).  No 
> doubt there are many other links.
> 
> 1.  How to set up a VARA FM and Packet Winlink Gateway  (note:  video 
> has poor focus when showing computer screens)
>      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcnM0QdGGKY
> 
> 2.  Setting up an HF VARA Winlink Gateway  (focus is on HF but might 
> contain some hints)
>      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kNUscwzuvs
> 
> 3. V/UHF Winlink on Packet & VARA FM using sound cards
>     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGQrJ5NY9Q
> 
> 4. Using a "Brick" computer to run Run RMS Packet and VARA FM
>     
> https://winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/brickcomputerforwin
> ink_1.2.pdf
> 
> 5.  KQ9P's Setup to run Packet on VHF and VARA on VHF & UHF (but only 
> an extra 2M antenna available at the Hospital currently)
>     https://cvadn.net/winlink-gateway-configuration/
> 
> 6.  RMS Packet Dual-Mode (Packet and Vara FM) Setup
>      
> https://www.winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/rms_packet_dual
> _mode_single_radio_setup_0.pdf
> 
> 7.  Groups i/o discussion on dual mode gateway
>      https://groups.io/g/VARA-MODEM/topic/86554903
> 
> Hope to see you on Wedesday.
> 
> N3AE
> Calvert EC
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From n3ae at comcast.net  Mon Jan 15 18:40:59 2024
From: n3ae at comcast.net (Shawn Donley)
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 18:40:59 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at 7pm
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	<af020bcb45d84d5d3acddee244d1bb97@k3w.us>
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No.  We don't use Zoom for the AUXCOMM meetings.

N3AE

> On 01/15/2024 5:47 PM EST acharland182 at gmail.com wrote:
> 
>  
> Kim
> 
> To my knowledge we've never ZOOMed an Auxcomm meeting.
> 
> Andy
> KC3WRX
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net <calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net>
> On Behalf Of kew at k3w.us
> Sent: Monday, January 15, 2024 4:06 PM
> To: Calvert County, MD AUXCOMM <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
> Subject: Re: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at
> 7pm
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Will this meeting be ZOOMed?
> 
> 73,
> Kim, K3OCM
> 301.575.4396
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On 2024-01-15 14:09, Shawn Donley wrote:
> > All,
> > 
> > Our first monthly meeting for 2024 is this Wednesday, 7pm, at the 
> > Harriet Brown Community Center in Prince Frederick.
> > 
> > Main topic:  Discussion of our objectives and desired activities for
> > 2024
> > 
> > 
> > My Proposal:  I would like the group to take on the objective of 
> > getting a combined packet and VARA Winlink gateway up and running at
> > the Calvert Hospital.   We have a spare 2M antenna already installed on 
> > the roof.
> > 
> > Generally, Winlink recommends separate frequencies for VARA and packet. 
> >  But I don't see us having the resources (or need) for two separate 
> > gateway systems.  With VARA's speed advantage over packet Winlink, I 
> > suspect packet Winlink will be sundowning in a few years.
> > 
> > I have not researched the details of what it takes to do this, but in 
> > rough terms it requires:
> > 
> > 1.  A VHF transceiver (might have requirements for quick RX/TX 
> > switchover time).
> > 2.  A "brick" style mini-PC
> > 3.  One or two good sound card interfaces like the Masters 
> > Communications DRA-45 or DRA-50 4.  Sound modem software i.e. UZ7HO's 
> > "soundmodem"
> > 5.  VARA software
> > 6.  Winlink RMS software
> > 7.  Winlink Sysop status
> > 
> > Some web links to explore ( I have not watched them all myself).  No 
> > doubt there are many other links.
> > 
> > 1.  How to set up a VARA FM and Packet Winlink Gateway  (note:  video 
> > has poor focus when showing computer screens)
> >      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcnM0QdGGKY
> > 
> > 2.  Setting up an HF VARA Winlink Gateway  (focus is on HF but might 
> > contain some hints)
> >      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kNUscwzuvs
> > 
> > 3. V/UHF Winlink on Packet & VARA FM using sound cards
> >     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGQrJ5NY9Q
> > 
> > 4. Using a "Brick" computer to run Run RMS Packet and VARA FM
> >     
> > https://winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/brickcomputerforwin
> > ink_1.2.pdf
> > 
> > 5.  KQ9P's Setup to run Packet on VHF and VARA on VHF & UHF (but only 
> > an extra 2M antenna available at the Hospital currently)
> >     https://cvadn.net/winlink-gateway-configuration/
> > 
> > 6.  RMS Packet Dual-Mode (Packet and Vara FM) Setup
> >      
> > https://www.winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/rms_packet_dual
> > _mode_single_radio_setup_0.pdf
> > 
> > 7.  Groups i/o discussion on dual mode gateway
> >      https://groups.io/g/VARA-MODEM/topic/86554903
> > 
> > Hope to see you on Wedesday.
> > 
> > N3AE
> > Calvert EC
> > ______________________________________________________________
> > Visit us on the web: https://ares.k3cal.org
> > 
> > CALV-ARES mailing list
> > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/calv-ares
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From clarkjmc at protonmail.com  Mon Jan 15 18:48:28 2024
From: clarkjmc at protonmail.com (Mike Clark)
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 23:48:28 +0000
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at 7pm
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I am tied up at work Wed evening. I won?t get back to Calvert in time to attend.

The WINLINK VARA work seems like a great idea. I agree that packet?s staying power is lost to. VARA?s speed.

vr,

Mike/ N1JMC

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On Mon, Jan 15, 2024 at 15:09, Shawn Donley <[n3ae at comcast.net](mailto:On Mon, Jan 15, 2024 at 15:09, Shawn Donley <<a href=)> wrote:

> All,
>
> Our first monthly meeting for 2024 is this Wednesday, 7pm, at the Harriet Brown Community Center in Prince Frederick.
>
> Main topic: Discussion of our objectives and desired activities for 2024
>
> My Proposal: I would like the group to take on the objective of getting a combined packet and VARA Winlink gateway up and running at the Calvert Hospital. We have a spare 2M antenna already installed on the roof.
>
> Generally, Winlink recommends separate frequencies for VARA and packet. But I don't see us having the resources (or need) for two separate gateway systems. With VARA's speed advantage over packet Winlink, I suspect packet Winlink will be sundowning in a few years.
>
> I have not researched the details of what it takes to do this, but in rough terms it requires:
>
> 1. A VHF transceiver (might have requirements for quick RX/TX switchover time).
> 2. A "brick" style mini-PC
> 3. One or two good sound card interfaces like the Masters Communications DRA-45 or DRA-50
> 4. Sound modem software i.e. UZ7HO's "soundmodem"
> 5. VARA software
> 6. Winlink RMS software
> 7. Winlink Sysop status
>
> Some web links to explore ( I have not watched them all myself). No doubt there are many other links.
>
> 1. How to set up a VARA FM and Packet Winlink Gateway (note: video has poor focus when showing computer screens)
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcnM0QdGGKY
>
> 2. Setting up an HF VARA Winlink Gateway (focus is on HF but might contain some hints)
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kNUscwzuvs
>
> 3. V/UHF Winlink on Packet & VARA FM using sound cards
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGQrJ5NY9Q
>
> 4. Using a "Brick" computer to run Run RMS Packet and VARA FM
> https://winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/brickcomputerforwinink_1.2.pdf
>
> 5. KQ9P's Setup to run Packet on VHF and VARA on VHF & UHF (but only an extra 2M antenna available at the Hospital currently)
> https://cvadn.net/winlink-gateway-configuration/
>
> 6. RMS Packet Dual-Mode (Packet and Vara FM) Setup
> https://www.winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/rms_packet_dual_mode_single_radio_setup_0.pdf
>
> 7. Groups i/o discussion on dual mode gateway
> https://groups.io/g/VARA-MODEM/topic/86554903
>
> Hope to see you on Wedesday.
>
> N3AE
> Calvert EC
> ______________________________________________________________
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>
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From kew at k3w.us  Mon Jan 15 20:11:41 2024
From: kew at k3w.us (kew at k3w.us)
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 19:11:41 -0600
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at 7pm
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Seems like a missed opportunity to increase participation.

Just "NFG" opinion.

73,
Kim, K3OCM





On 2024-01-15 17:40, Shawn Donley wrote:
> No.  We don't use Zoom for the AUXCOMM meetings.
> 
> N3AE
> 
>> On 01/15/2024 5:47 PM EST acharland182 at gmail.com wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> Kim
>> 
>> To my knowledge we've never ZOOMed an Auxcomm meeting.
>> 
>> Andy
>> KC3WRX
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net 
>> <calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net>
>> On Behalf Of kew at k3w.us
>> Sent: Monday, January 15, 2024 4:06 PM
>> To: Calvert County, MD AUXCOMM <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
>> Subject: Re: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 
>> at
>> 7pm
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Will this meeting be ZOOMed?
>> 
>> 73,
>> Kim, K3OCM
>> 301.575.4396
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On 2024-01-15 14:09, Shawn Donley wrote:
>> > All,
>> >
>> > Our first monthly meeting for 2024 is this Wednesday, 7pm, at the
>> > Harriet Brown Community Center in Prince Frederick.
>> >
>> > Main topic:  Discussion of our objectives and desired activities for
>> > 2024
>> >
>> >
>> > My Proposal:  I would like the group to take on the objective of
>> > getting a combined packet and VARA Winlink gateway up and running at
>> > the Calvert Hospital.   We have a spare 2M antenna already installed on
>> > the roof.
>> >
>> > Generally, Winlink recommends separate frequencies for VARA and packet.
>> >  But I don't see us having the resources (or need) for two separate
>> > gateway systems.  With VARA's speed advantage over packet Winlink, I
>> > suspect packet Winlink will be sundowning in a few years.
>> >
>> > I have not researched the details of what it takes to do this, but in
>> > rough terms it requires:
>> >
>> > 1.  A VHF transceiver (might have requirements for quick RX/TX
>> > switchover time).
>> > 2.  A "brick" style mini-PC
>> > 3.  One or two good sound card interfaces like the Masters
>> > Communications DRA-45 or DRA-50 4.  Sound modem software i.e. UZ7HO's
>> > "soundmodem"
>> > 5.  VARA software
>> > 6.  Winlink RMS software
>> > 7.  Winlink Sysop status
>> >
>> > Some web links to explore ( I have not watched them all myself).  No
>> > doubt there are many other links.
>> >
>> > 1.  How to set up a VARA FM and Packet Winlink Gateway  (note:  video
>> > has poor focus when showing computer screens)
>> >      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcnM0QdGGKY
>> >
>> > 2.  Setting up an HF VARA Winlink Gateway  (focus is on HF but might
>> > contain some hints)
>> >      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kNUscwzuvs
>> >
>> > 3. V/UHF Winlink on Packet & VARA FM using sound cards
>> >     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGQrJ5NY9Q
>> >
>> > 4. Using a "Brick" computer to run Run RMS Packet and VARA FM
>> >
>> > https://winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/brickcomputerforwin
>> > ink_1.2.pdf
>> >
>> > 5.  KQ9P's Setup to run Packet on VHF and VARA on VHF & UHF (but only
>> > an extra 2M antenna available at the Hospital currently)
>> >     https://cvadn.net/winlink-gateway-configuration/
>> >
>> > 6.  RMS Packet Dual-Mode (Packet and Vara FM) Setup
>> >
>> > https://www.winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/rms_packet_dual
>> > _mode_single_radio_setup_0.pdf
>> >
>> > 7.  Groups i/o discussion on dual mode gateway
>> >      https://groups.io/g/VARA-MODEM/topic/86554903
>> >
>> > Hope to see you on Wedesday.
>> >
>> > N3AE
>> > Calvert EC
>> > ______________________________________________________________
>> > Visit us on the web: https://ares.k3cal.org
>> >
>> > CALV-ARES mailing list
>> > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/calv-ares
>> > Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm
>> > Post: mailto:CALV-ARES at mailman.qth.net
>> >
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>> > list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
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From kb3wfv at yahoo.com  Mon Jan 15 20:53:16 2024
From: kb3wfv at yahoo.com (KB3WFV)
Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2024 01:53:16 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at 7pm
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 Hi Kim,

The nature of emergency communications is people helping people, in person. While Zoom may be confused as some sort of useful tool for CARA meetings. It should not have any role with AUX-COM . Emergencies require boots on the ground. Including the meetings and exercises that train those boots. 

Brian
KB3WFV
     On Monday, January 15, 2024 at 08:15:23 PM EST, <kew at k3w.us> wrote:  
 
 

Seems like a missed opportunity to increase participation.

Just "NFG" opinion.

73,
Kim, K3OCM





On 2024-01-15 17:40, Shawn Donley wrote:
> No.? We don't use Zoom for the AUXCOMM meetings.
> 
> N3AE
> 
>> On 01/15/2024 5:47 PM EST acharland182 at gmail.com wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> Kim
>> 
>> To my knowledge we've never ZOOMed an Auxcomm meeting.
>> 
>> Andy
>> KC3WRX
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net 
>> <calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net>
>> On Behalf Of kew at k3w.us
>> Sent: Monday, January 15, 2024 4:06 PM
>> To: Calvert County, MD AUXCOMM <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
>> Subject: Re: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 
>> at
>> 7pm
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Will this meeting be ZOOMed?
>> 
>> 73,
>> Kim, K3OCM
>> 301.575.4396
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On 2024-01-15 14:09, Shawn Donley wrote:
>> > All,
>> >
>> > Our first monthly meeting for 2024 is this Wednesday, 7pm, at the
>> > Harriet Brown Community Center in Prince Frederick.
>> >
>> > Main topic:? Discussion of our objectives and desired activities for
>> > 2024
>> >
>> >
>> > My Proposal:? I would like the group to take on the objective of
>> > getting a combined packet and VARA Winlink gateway up and running at
>> > the Calvert Hospital.? We have a spare 2M antenna already installed on
>> > the roof.
>> >
>> > Generally, Winlink recommends separate frequencies for VARA and packet.
>> >? But I don't see us having the resources (or need) for two separate
>> > gateway systems.? With VARA's speed advantage over packet Winlink, I
>> > suspect packet Winlink will be sundowning in a few years.
>> >
>> > I have not researched the details of what it takes to do this, but in
>> > rough terms it requires:
>> >
>> > 1.? A VHF transceiver (might have requirements for quick RX/TX
>> > switchover time).
>> > 2.? A "brick" style mini-PC
>> > 3.? One or two good sound card interfaces like the Masters
>> > Communications DRA-45 or DRA-50 4.? Sound modem software i.e. UZ7HO's
>> > "soundmodem"
>> > 5.? VARA software
>> > 6.? Winlink RMS software
>> > 7.? Winlink Sysop status
>> >
>> > Some web links to explore ( I have not watched them all myself).? No
>> > doubt there are many other links.
>> >
>> > 1.? How to set up a VARA FM and Packet Winlink Gateway? (note:? video
>> > has poor focus when showing computer screens)
>> >? ? ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcnM0QdGGKY
>> >
>> > 2.? Setting up an HF VARA Winlink Gateway? (focus is on HF but might
>> > contain some hints)
>> >? ? ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kNUscwzuvs
>> >
>> > 3. V/UHF Winlink on Packet & VARA FM using sound cards
>> >? ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGQrJ5NY9Q
>> >
>> > 4. Using a "Brick" computer to run Run RMS Packet and VARA FM
>> >
>> > https://winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/brickcomputerforwin
>> > ink_1.2.pdf
>> >
>> > 5.? KQ9P's Setup to run Packet on VHF and VARA on VHF & UHF (but only
>> > an extra 2M antenna available at the Hospital currently)
>> >? ? https://cvadn.net/winlink-gateway-configuration/
>> >
>> > 6.? RMS Packet Dual-Mode (Packet and Vara FM) Setup
>> >
>> > https://www.winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/rms_packet_dual
>> > _mode_single_radio_setup_0.pdf
>> >
>> > 7.? Groups i/o discussion on dual mode gateway
>> >? ? ? https://groups.io/g/VARA-MODEM/topic/86554903
>> >
>> > Hope to see you on Wedesday.
>> >
>> > N3AE
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From kew at k3w.us  Mon Jan 15 21:25:40 2024
From: kew at k3w.us (kew at k3w.us)
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 20:25:40 -0600
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 17 at 7pm
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Brian,


I respectfully disagree.

If I could be at the meeting, I would be there.

Again,
Seems like a missed opportunity to increase participation.

To not stir the pot, this is my last email on this matter.


73,
Kim









On 2024-01-15 19:53, KB3WFV via CALV-ARES wrote:
> Hi Kim,
> 
> The nature of emergency communications is people helping people, in 
> person. While Zoom may be confused as some sort of useful tool for CARA 
> meetings. It should not have any role with AUX-COM . Emergencies 
> require boots on the ground. Including the meetings and exercises that 
> train those boots.
> 
> Brian
> KB3WFV
>      On Monday, January 15, 2024 at 08:15:23 PM EST, <kew at k3w.us> 
> wrote:
> 
> 
> 
> Seems like a missed opportunity to increase participation.
> 
> Just "NFG" opinion.
> 
> 73,
> Kim, K3OCM
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On 2024-01-15 17:40, Shawn Donley wrote:
>> No.? We don't use Zoom for the AUXCOMM meetings.
>> 
>> N3AE
>> 
>>> On 01/15/2024 5:47 PM EST acharland182 at gmail.com wrote:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Kim
>>> 
>>> To my knowledge we've never ZOOMed an Auxcomm meeting.
>>> 
>>> Andy
>>> KC3WRX
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net
>>> <calv-ares-bounces at mailman.qth.net>
>>> On Behalf Of kew at k3w.us
>>> Sent: Monday, January 15, 2024 4:06 PM
>>> To: Calvert County, MD AUXCOMM <calv-ares at mailman.qth.net>
>>> Subject: Re: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Calvert AUXCOMM Meeting - Wednesday Jan 
>>> 17
>>> at
>>> 7pm
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Will this meeting be ZOOMed?
>>> 
>>> 73,
>>> Kim, K3OCM
>>> 301.575.4396
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On 2024-01-15 14:09, Shawn Donley wrote:
>>> > All,
>>> >
>>> > Our first monthly meeting for 2024 is this Wednesday, 7pm, at the
>>> > Harriet Brown Community Center in Prince Frederick.
>>> >
>>> > Main topic:? Discussion of our objectives and desired activities for
>>> > 2024
>>> >
>>> >
>>> > My Proposal:? I would like the group to take on the objective of
>>> > getting a combined packet and VARA Winlink gateway up and running at
>>> > the Calvert Hospital.? We have a spare 2M antenna already installed on
>>> > the roof.
>>> >
>>> > Generally, Winlink recommends separate frequencies for VARA and packet.
>>> >? But I don't see us having the resources (or need) for two separate
>>> > gateway systems.? With VARA's speed advantage over packet Winlink, I
>>> > suspect packet Winlink will be sundowning in a few years.
>>> >
>>> > I have not researched the details of what it takes to do this, but in
>>> > rough terms it requires:
>>> >
>>> > 1.? A VHF transceiver (might have requirements for quick RX/TX
>>> > switchover time).
>>> > 2.? A "brick" style mini-PC
>>> > 3.? One or two good sound card interfaces like the Masters
>>> > Communications DRA-45 or DRA-50 4.? Sound modem software i.e. UZ7HO's
>>> > "soundmodem"
>>> > 5.? VARA software
>>> > 6.? Winlink RMS software
>>> > 7.? Winlink Sysop status
>>> >
>>> > Some web links to explore ( I have not watched them all myself).? No
>>> > doubt there are many other links.
>>> >
>>> > 1.? How to set up a VARA FM and Packet Winlink Gateway? (note:? video
>>> > has poor focus when showing computer screens)
>>> >? ? ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcnM0QdGGKY
>>> >
>>> > 2.? Setting up an HF VARA Winlink Gateway? (focus is on HF but might
>>> > contain some hints)
>>> >? ? ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kNUscwzuvs
>>> >
>>> > 3. V/UHF Winlink on Packet & VARA FM using sound cards
>>> >? ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGQrJ5NY9Q
>>> >
>>> > 4. Using a "Brick" computer to run Run RMS Packet and VARA FM
>>> >
>>> > https://winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/brickcomputerforwin
>>> > ink_1.2.pdf
>>> >
>>> > 5.? KQ9P's Setup to run Packet on VHF and VARA on VHF & UHF (but only
>>> > an extra 2M antenna available at the Hospital currently)
>>> >? ? https://cvadn.net/winlink-gateway-configuration/
>>> >
>>> > 6.? RMS Packet Dual-Mode (Packet and Vara FM) Setup
>>> >
>>> > https://www.winlink.org/sites/default/files/RMSE_FORMS/rms_packet_dual
>>> > _mode_single_radio_setup_0.pdf
>>> >
>>> > 7.? Groups i/o discussion on dual mode gateway
>>> >? ? ? https://groups.io/g/VARA-MODEM/topic/86554903
>>> >
>>> > Hope to see you on Wedesday.
>>> >
>>> > N3AE
>>> > Calvert EC
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From acharland182 at gmail.com  Wed Jan 17 09:09:56 2024
From: acharland182 at gmail.com (acharland182 at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2024 09:09:56 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Wednesday Lunch
Message-ID: <002e01da494e$d9e2d810$8da88830$@gmail.com>

Just a reminder. lunch today is at O'Gannigan's in Prince Frederick. Same
shopping center as Dream Weaver. 11:30. Look to see you there.

 

Andy

KC3WRX


From acharland182 at gmail.com  Wed Jan 17 12:48:04 2024
From: acharland182 at gmail.com (Andrew Charland)
Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:48:04 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Wednesday Lunch
Message-ID: <CAKHsO=0VUEmfji6R1FVLQt-GSpj8Pi_vz7JpZzetULkqY5q=ag@mail.gmail.com>

Wednesday Lunch for Jan. 24th will be at Applebee's in Prince Frederick at
11:30. Come out and join the fun!

Andy
KC3WRX

From W3PQS at comcast.net  Mon Jan 22 15:37:03 2024
From: W3PQS at comcast.net (W3PQS at comcast.net)
Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:37:03 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Looking for a phone number
Message-ID: <001701da4d72$c2bc45e0$4834d1a0$@comcast.net>

Hello all.

I am trying to contact Dave Hardy wife Lila does anybody have her cell phone
number?

I tried Dave's old cell phone and the house phone both have been
disconnected.

Wade Mahaffey can you stop by Dave's house 12832 Rio Grande Tr Lusby MD
20657-4439 .Ask his wife to call me Dave Weaver 240-882-0484

Dave W3PQS


From acharland182 at gmail.com  Tue Jan 23 16:43:06 2024
From: acharland182 at gmail.com (Andrew Charland)
Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:43:06 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Wed. Lunch
Message-ID: <CAKHsO=26nSm_+LZGbSH5rcsY+szkDdw_B2yqpRxF8fcrEkw+KA@mail.gmail.com>

Just a reminder. Applebee's in Prince Frederick at 1130hrs. Won't be there
tomorrow. Have become "symptomatic" over night.

Andy
KC3WRX

From acharland182 at gmail.com  Thu Jan 25 06:33:10 2024
From: acharland182 at gmail.com (Andrew Charland)
Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:33:10 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Public meeting tonight
Message-ID: <CAKHsO=3C5WOpgurp2_r8aCoDtS6BxtZQhHeSGmrWa-XOw9mOgw@mail.gmail.com>

Is anyone planning on attending the meeting tonight regarding the new
ordinances pertaining to towers? I had planned on it but am dealing with
COVID. If anyone is, let me know and I can forward you the email Shawn sent
me. Probably would be helpful.

Andy
KC3WRX

From W3PQS at comcast.net  Mon Jan 29 14:13:26 2024
From: W3PQS at comcast.net (W3PQS at comcast.net)
Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:13:26 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] 6 m radio work
Message-ID: <004c01da52e7$3d4cfe70$b7e6fb50$@comcast.net>

Hello all

If you have time, please monitor the 6 m repeater 53 170 MHz PL tone 100
tomorrow about 9 AM until 1 PM.

The 6 m repeaters out of service it stopped yesterday. I will be
troubleshooting and tuning up the repeater tomorrow.

Thank you very much for your time.

Dave W3PQS

 

 


From W3PQS at comcast.net  Wed Jan 31 08:20:22 2024
From: W3PQS at comcast.net (W3PQS at comcast.net)
Date: Wed, 31 Jan 2024 08:20:22 -0500
Subject: [CALV-AUXCOMM] Wednesday's lunch three brothers
Message-ID: <00b501da5448$3f59f710$be0de530$@comcast.net>

I don't know what's going on for lunch have not heard anything.

Let's meet at three brothers 11:30AM Prince Frederick.

Dave W3PQS