[FADCA] Re: Information on Packet needed

[bud thompson]

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <Kg4fcd at aol.com>
To: <fadca at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2004 11:44
Subject: [FADCA] Re: Information on Packet needed


> Due to the work needed to get the Sun City Center (KE4ZIP) radio room back
in
> operation from extensive remodeling, that packet station KE4ZIP-1 and my
> station kg4fcd-1 have been out of operation.
> We are now ready to put both stations back on the air and we need some
book
> learning. Previous request for the most part have gone by the board.
> Both stations will be operating KPC3+ TNC's. Kg4fcd-1 is using a Cushcraft
> duel band on a 35' mast. The antenna on KE4ZIP-1 needs some thinking.
> The club KE4ZIP is at present trying to determine if packet is something
they
> want or need in their club station. My station at home in the past has
been
> used to handle NTS Traffic and will continue to do so when back on the
air.
> Both stations are located about 30 miles south of Tampa and about 35 miles
> north of Sarasota.
> Any help will be welcome.
>
> 73
> Virgil Gibbs - kg4fcd


Virgil-

We'll need to know a tad more information before much detailed help can be
provided via e-mail.  That said, I get over to Palmetto from time - we might
plan on a visit to help out on my next trip when ever that is.  That said,
there is likely someone closer who can help you get the stations back on the
air.

Here are some questions that you can answer:

1.  Is there and internet connection at the KE4ZIP radio room?
2.  What computer/Operating system is available there?
3.  Can that computer/be left ON 24/7?
4.  Can the packet station there reach one of the Layered Network switches
in the area?
5.  Can you reach the KE4ZIP-1 packet station from KG4FCD-1 once both are up
and running?

I assume you have read the posting on this e-mail reflector I made Monday
RE: Status of ARESCOM/WL2K in Florida.

FYI- we are presently promoting that ARES groups include the ARESCOM/WL2K
E-mail over Ham Radio system for Digital Messaging in Support of EMCOMMs.
This is a departure from packet messaging using small messages through BBS
and keyboarding, etc.  While in its infancy, this scheme is being tested and
implemented throughout the country and will likely be the 'wave of the
future' for digital messaging in public service activities.  I encourage you
and your club to consider being a part of and supporting this system in your
part of the state.

73,
bud N0IA
386 574 4124