From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Thu Jul  3 04:31:02 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2003 22:31:02 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FS: Mosley TA-33 Classic HF Yagi 10/15/20 + 40M kit
Message-ID: <006501c34113$8c090010$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

The TA-33 is fully assembled, but on the ground for your inspection and
purchase.

Anyone interested, let me know.

Meanwhile, I am interested in locating a lighter weight beam or other HF
antenna.  Must handle 1KW or more.

David KB5YLG

=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
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(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul  4 04:31:02 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2003 22:31:02 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Net Notes
Message-ID: <001c01c341dc$b60c3610$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

Net July 3, 2003

KB5YLG David net control; has TA-33classic for sale or swap

KD5VXH Jim - thinks we ought to make a solar station with the trailer

K5PSB Mark - going to bring his own table and a better chair...cement
picnic tables didn't work out so well for comfort; would have like to
have seen more participation; thinks digital would have been better
without compression

KJ5ZR Terry - dinner at QTH N5WLA going well :)

KD5TXW Matt - enjoyed Field Day, but had been in a back brace and would
have appreciated a handicapped compatible picnic table. 

N5WLA Fred - visited Texas Towers; tower project under way







=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
David Johnson
(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sat Jul  5 17:04:44 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Sat, 05 Jul 2003 11:04:44 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FD results
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030705103940.00b26538@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

I have compiled what I have so far in the way of logs and it looks as=20
though we have earned at least 1000 QSO points and 1000 bonus points.  All=
=20
I am missing is the logs from Jerry's Satellite and QRP contacts, so there=
=20
probably won't be much in the way of additional QSO points.


QSOs:               CW 36,  Phone 280, Digital 74


The bonus points I am including so far are:

100% emergency power x number of transmitters:  300
media publicity                                                    100
public place                                                         100
information booth                                                  100
W1AW bulletin                                                     100
Satellite QSO                                                       100
Site visit by elected official                                     100
non-traditional mode   (APRS)                                100

If anybody sees any bonus points I have missed, let me know.

Thanks to all that participated in this event.

mark-



---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul  7 02:20:56 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Paul Finch)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2003 20:20:56 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] DB-265
Message-ID: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKEEKGEAAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>

Hello,

Does anyone want a DB-265 4 loop antenna?  I have one for sale real cheap,
is free cheap enough?

Paul
WB5IDM





From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul  7 03:09:28 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Jeffrey Ritter - N5VAV)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2003 21:09:28 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] DB-265
In-Reply-To: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKEEKGEAAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>
Message-ID: <3.0.2.32.20030706210928.01152c70@pop.flash.net>

Hi there!!
I'm interested  in the antenna. I'm pretty sure I can use that for repeater
use! 
What Freq range?  That is the 160 area, correct?
Is the harness and all with it?
THANKS!
73
Jeff Ritter - N5VAV
                        ####################################
			 	Jeffrey L. Ritter	   
				      N5VAV		    
			       Richland Hills, Texas       
				ICQ number- 1128784        
			     http://www.flash.net/~n5vav    
			####################################
				
          ________________________                  _____________
          |  ___  | [] [] \##### '------------''----|___________|
    ______| |_|_| |         \                         ######### |
    ||    |  7418 |_________/        Santa Fe                   |
  I_||____|______(|___________________________________I_I_I_I_I_|_I
 =|_|~~.--.____.--.~~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~.--.____.--.~~|_|=
  `-'  `()~----~()'  `-------------------------'  `()~----~()'  '-'


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul  7 03:22:32 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2003 21:22:32 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FD results
In-Reply-To: <5.1.1.5.2.20030705103940.00b26538@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <000001c3442e$a169b670$a2f85a42@KB5YLG>

The section manager visited, does that count?

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net=20
> [mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Clark
> Sent: Saturday, July 05, 2003 11:05 AM
> To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FD results
>=20
>=20
>=20
> I have compiled what I have so far in the way of logs and it looks as=20
> though we have earned at least 1000 QSO points and 1000 bonus=20
> points.  All=20
> I am missing is the logs from Jerry's Satellite and QRP=20
> contacts, so there=20
> probably won't be much in the way of additional QSO points.
>=20
>=20
> QSOs:               CW 36,  Phone 280, Digital 74
>=20
>=20
> The bonus points I am including so far are:
>=20
> 100% emergency power x number of transmitters:  300
> media publicity                                                    100
> public place                                                 =20
>        100
> information booth                                                  100
> W1AW bulletin                                                     100
> Satellite QSO                                                =20
>       100
> Site visit by elected official                                     100
> non-traditional mode   (APRS)                                100
>=20
> If anybody sees any bonus points I have missed, let me know.
>=20
> Thanks to all that participated in this event.
>=20
> mark-
>=20
>=20
>=20
> ---
>=20
> Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
> and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.=20
> --`Abdu'l-Bah=E1
>=20
> _______________________________________________
> TCARC-NTx mailing list
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> http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/tca> rc-ntx
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul  7 03:43:06 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2003 21:43:06 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FD results
In-Reply-To: <000001c3442e$a169b670$a2f85a42@KB5YLG>
References: <5.1.1.5.2.20030705103940.00b26538@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030706214051.00b26660@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

At 09:22 PM 7/6/2003 -0500, David Johnson wrote:
>The section manager visited, does that count?

I noticed that Roy was out there.  Looked pretty tired too.  I guess he had=
=20
been up all night visiting FD sites.  I didn't see that any bonus point=20
were available for that, though.  :)

mark-



---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul  7 16:26:34 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Paul Finch)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2003 10:26:34 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] DB-265
In-Reply-To: <3.0.2.32.20030706210928.01152c70@pop.flash.net>
Message-ID: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKOEMAEAAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>

Jeff,

The antenna is the enclosed harness and is complete but of unknown quality.
I checked it once and I think it's on the 150/160 MHz split so should work
on Ham stuff.  I just bought some antennas on UHF for a system on the tower
and have way to many old antennas on the wrong frequencies, had to get rid
of some.

Paul
WB5IDM

-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of Jeffrey Ritter -
N5VAV
Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2003 9:09 PM
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [TCARC-NTX] DB-265


Hi there!!
I'm interested  in the antenna. I'm pretty sure I can use that for repeater
use!
What Freq range?  That is the 160 area, correct?
Is the harness and all with it?
THANKS!
73
Jeff Ritter - N5VAV
                        ####################################
			 	Jeffrey L. Ritter
				      N5VAV
			       Richland Hills, Texas
				ICQ number- 1128784
			     http://www.flash.net/~n5vav
			####################################

          ________________________                  _____________
          |  ___  | [] [] \##### '------------''----|___________|
    ______| |_|_| |         \                         ######### |
    ||    |  7418 |_________/        Santa Fe                   |
  I_||____|______(|___________________________________I_I_I_I_I_|_I
 =|_|~~.--.____.--.~~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~.--.____.--.~~|_|=
  `-'  `()~----~()'  `-------------------------'  `()~----~()'  '-'

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Tue Jul  8 01:01:46 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Paul Finch)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2003 19:01:46 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] DB-265
In-Reply-To: <3.0.2.32.20030706210928.01152c70@pop.flash.net>
Message-ID: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKAEMNEAAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>

Jeff,

By the way, the monster is 22 something feet long, it can be broken in two
if needed.  Let me know when you would like to pick it up.

Paul


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of Jeffrey Ritter -
N5VAV
Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2003 9:09 PM
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [TCARC-NTX] DB-265


Hi there!!
I'm interested  in the antenna. I'm pretty sure I can use that for repeater
use!
What Freq range?  That is the 160 area, correct?
Is the harness and all with it?
THANKS!
73
Jeff Ritter - N5VAV
                        ####################################
			 	Jeffrey L. Ritter
				      N5VAV
			       Richland Hills, Texas
				ICQ number- 1128784
			     http://www.flash.net/~n5vav
			####################################

          ________________________                  _____________
          |  ___  | [] [] \##### '------------''----|___________|
    ______| |_|_| |         \                         ######### |
    ||    |  7418 |_________/        Santa Fe                   |
  I_||____|______(|___________________________________I_I_I_I_I_|_I
 =|_|~~.--.____.--.~~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~.--.____.--.~~|_|=
  `-'  `()~----~()'  `-------------------------'  `()~----~()'  '-'

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Tue Jul  8 04:38:45 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2003 22:38:45 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FW: RADIO CLIMBS 6,288 FEET
Message-ID: <000301c34502$785f79c0$58f85a42@KB5YLG>


> -----Original Message-----
> From: ham@teamzulu.com [mailto:ham@teamzulu.com] 
> Sent: Monday, July 07, 2003 9:26 PM
> To: kb5ylg@yahoo.com
> Subject: RADIO CLIMBS 6,288 FEET
> 
> 
> Good Evening,
> 
> 
> 
> My name is Sean and I'm a licensed Ham Operator (VE3XOP). My friend
> (VE2CYV) and I had up come with this great idea of making a 
> field trip to Mount Washington later this year. We've never 
> experienced 6,288 feet of pure elevation. This will be an 
> ultimate test for all radio signals alike. We will be testing 
> various transmitters and modes - then posting our data via a 
> website.  It will include audio, video and photos that we'll 
> experience on our way to the top of the mountain.
> 
> We're seeking support in our great event of taking a trip to 
> the top of Mount Washington. We're not looking for 
> "Financial" support - we're looking for people, clubs, 
> magazines, e-zines and anybody else in the Radio Enthusiast 
> world to spread the word + give us creative support (badges, 
> club logo's, newsletters, Radio related clothing or anything 
> you feel that would give us the support we require to make 
> this happen) for heading to the top of this mountain located 
> in New Hampshire USA.
> 
> The benefit of the data, images, voice & video coverage will 
> enable us to share what we'll see & hear. If your interested 
> in supporting us - please email me at ham@teamzulu.com.
> 
> 
> Thank you,
> 
> 
> Sean & Steve
> 
> 
> 



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Tue Jul  8 04:38:45 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2003 22:38:45 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Viruses are getting really worse
Message-ID: <000401c34502$79fbebb0$58f85a42@KB5YLG>

This is not commercial email, this is a courtesy notice of the risk and
threat to your computers, and the threat you pose to other persons'
computers.

Just today, my PC has repelled 4 virus attached emails.

Just this week I have battled viruses for four customers.  Today is
still just Monday.

I'm sending this to you as a courtesy as my customer or friend to advise
you that if you have any kind of internet connection and do not have a
virus scanner updated daily, then you are risk of damaging not only your
own PC, but the PCs of anyone else on the internet.

That's right.  You are a danger to everyone else on the 'net if you do
not have virus protection.  Your virus infested PC, perhaps without you
even knowing it is happening, could be using other people's resources on
the net, and possibly harming their PCs.

Please apply up to date virus protection right away!  It's cheap, dirt
cheap, next to all the expenses of recovering your PC.  I have had a
number of customers lately suffer notable expenses for failing to
protect their computers.

I think the rule of thumb to follow is this...if you are unwilling to
protect your PC, then you should be unwilling to log in to the internet.
The damage you will do to yourself or someone else is far greater than
the price of protection.

If you need assistance with protecting your PCs, I can help, and so can
huge numbers of other geeks.  Get help, if you need it.  But don't go
unprotected...your cost will be very high....your money cost, your time
cost, your reputation cost...

There are a number of places to get protective software.  Try
www.symantec.com and www.mcafee.com for starters.

Please check out the article following my signature.

=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
David Johnson
(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

david@justcalldavid.com
www.justcalldavid.com
 



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Tue Jul  8 05:58:42 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Jeffrey Ritter - N5VAV)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2003 23:58:42 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] DB-265
In-Reply-To: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKAEMNEAAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>
References: <3.0.2.32.20030706210928.01152c70@pop.flash.net>
Message-ID: <3.0.2.32.20030707235842.011864a8@pop.flash.net>

Paul,
	I replied directly to your personal mail to keep some clutter from the
listserver.
Sounds great!
Thanks,
73,
Jeff


At 07:01 PM 7/7/2003 -0500, you wrote:
>Jeff,
>
>By the way, the monster is 22 something feet long, it can be broken in two
>if needed.  Let me know when you would like to pick it up.
>
>Paul

                        ####################################
			 	Jeffrey L. Ritter	   
				      N5VAV		    
			       Richland Hills, Texas       
				ICQ number- 1128784        
			     http://www.flash.net/~n5vav    
			####################################
				
          ________________________                  _____________
          |  ___  | [] [] \##### '------------''----|___________|
    ______| |_|_| |         \                         ######### |
    ||    |  7418 |_________/        Santa Fe                   |
  I_||____|______(|___________________________________I_I_I_I_I_|_I
 =|_|~~.--.____.--.~~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~.--.____.--.~~|_|=
  `-'  `()~----~()'  `-------------------------'  `()~----~()'  '-'


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 11 02:04:45 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Gerald Buxton)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2003 20:04:45 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Meeting Minutes, June 2003
Message-ID: <E19amLX-0002lH-00@covert.iadfw.net>

The meeting was called to order at 1710 hours by President Daryl Pate.

Daryl acknowledged visitors.
Daryl asked if all had signed the sign-in sheet and net control signup sheet.
Daryl will put the net control script on the club reflector.

The minutes of the May meeting were read by Secretary Jerry.  Motion to
accept, seconded by Joel, passed.

The Treasurer's report was read by Treasurer C.J.  Beginning balance was
$2666.85, ending balance $2646.05.  Motion to accept by Cindy, seconded by
Shura, passed.

Daryl talked to Braz to plan on an IRLP presentation for the July meeting.
The club will move the July meeting date to July 12 account it would normally
be on the 5th, the 4th of July weekend.
Daryl announced that the club will discuss Field Day plans at this meeting.
Checking on the club mailouts, all are done except Mark has a few left, and
Daryl is still working on the last zip code.  Daryl gets the return-to-senders
and will cross those off the list.
Daryl mentioned that he has heard people talking on the repeater about
receiving the club mailing.
The ham radio class had a good turnout and the club should think about holding
another class after Field Day.  Roy says he knows of a facility to hold the
classes in Rhome.  Question: should we do other classes than Technician? 
Perhaps have 2 classes at the same site at the same time.  A test session will
be held July 12, perhaps we could have a class prior to this.

Announcements:
Ham Radio Today program is on 9.745 MHz Saturdays at 1900 hours local time.
The Hardin's sidewalk sale is the second Saturday of each month.
Hamcom is June 20.
There is a CW net Tuesdays at 1900 hours local time, on 7.107 MHz and also on
10 meters.
Braz will give a presentation on IRLP next month, and also the Texas repeater
network which is Tuesdays at 2000 hours local on 2 meters and 70 cm (145.23 or
441.50 MHz).  It is also Sundays at noon.
June 27 is Field Day.

Committee Reports:
FIELD DAY
Terry will not be here for Field Day, he is the committee chair.  The park is
reserved.  We need to know what class to operate.  A discussion ensued about
operating as the new EOC category.  We need a volunteer to handle and
coordinate scoring, Mark will take on the task.  We need to do publicity. 
David will ask for the City of Azle to declare Amateur Radio Day.

NCTECH COMMITTEE
No meetings until after Field Day.  We need to distribute publicity at Hamcom,
requesting volunteers.

EOC COMMITTEE
There will be no new EOC building, Paul met with the new Fire Chief.  David is
coordinating with the Fire Chief on the EOC setup.  The radios and power
supply were lost from the old EOC.  The new Fire Chief found the radios but
not the power supply.  The City will buy a new power supply.  We will set up
the new EOC in the Fire Marshal's office in about a month or two.  David
requested to bid $200.00 for the 50 foot tower we purchased for the new EOC
site, Jerry motioned to accept the bid and Glenn seconded, passed.

TRAILER COMMITTEE
Everyone keep an eye out for a new trailer.  We could use a work day to paint
the current trailer.  Specs for a new trailer would be minimum size of 14 feet
by 7 feet, 7 feet tall.

Old Business:
The Azle Lake Run thanked Paul, Paul said the event went well.  He is looking
for comments to make it better next year.
Mark suggested we use public events to practice simulated emergencies.  A
discussion ensued regarding this.
It was suggested that perhaps we have the net control station work from
another location (other than the person's home or mobile), perhaps the EOC.

New Business:
David gets a $10.00 reimbursement for the cost of the club internet domain
names.
David suggested moving the club web host to his web hosting site.  He will
host it for free.  Dan made a motion to move the site and email reflector,
Glenn seconded.  A short discussion ensued.  Mark moved to table the motion
until the August meeting.  Jerry seconded.  Dan withdrew the motion.  Mark
withdrew his motion.  The action is tabled until the August meeting (or when
more information is available).

Next Saturday (June 14) at 0800 hours there will be a tower party at David's,
he will host breakfast.  David volunteered to donate his old TA33 yagi to the
club.  A discussion ensued, the club declined.

Field Day Details:
There was a discussion whether class 3A was right, or 2A.  We will see over
the next week how many operators volunteer and then decide.  Roy made a motion
for the club to host food Saturday night and Sunday morning, Cindy seconded. 
Motion passed.

Door prizes were awarded.
Pass the hat netted $17.00.

Glenn made a motion to adjourn, Kara seconded, meeting adjourned at 2041
hours.

Respectfully submitted,
Jerry Buxton, N0JY
Secretary


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 11 02:06:00 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Gerald Buxton)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2003 20:06:00 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] July Meeting Notice
Message-ID: <E19amMh-000484-00@covert.iadfw.net>

Due to company coming from out of town, Shura and I will not be able to attend
the July meeting.  I have emailed the June meeting minutes to the reflector,
please have a temporary secretary in place for the July meeting.

Thanks and 73,
Jerry
N0JY


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sat Jul 12 21:20:10 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2003 15:20:10 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] ARRL Letter
Message-ID: <003201c348b3$02bc5a30$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

***************
The ARRL Letter
Vol. 22, No. 27
July 11, 2003
***************

IN THIS EDITION:

* +"BPL is a Pandora's Box," ARRL tells FCC
* +WRC-03 records radio history in 40-meter compromise
* +Astronauts still drinking Tang--or something like it
* +See you on 60!
* +ARRL Board to meet in Connecticut
* +Dean of ARRL Section Managers steps down
* +FCC accepting comments on petition to set bandwidth limits
*  FCC attempting to rectify call sign goof
*  Solar Update
*  IN BRIEF:
     This weekend on the radio
     ARRL Emergency Communications course registration
     ARRL Certification and Continuing Education course registration
     Hurricane Watch Net activates for Claudette
     California antenna bill reaches governor's desk
     Astronaut works dozens of stations from ISS during Field Day
     Museum Ships Special Event set
     Top 40-meter DXer Al Hix, W8AH, SK

+Available on ARRL Audio News

=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=
=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=
=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D

=3D=3D>"BPL IS A PANDORA'S BOX OF UNPRECEDENTED PROPORTIONS," ARRL TELLS =
FCC

Citing the potential for interference to and from Amateur Radio, the
ARRL has called on the FCC to "take no steps" to permit Broadband over
Power Line (BPL)--a form of power line carrier (PLC) technology. In
response to the FCC's BPL Notice of Inquiry (NOI) published May 23, the
League this week filed a 120-page response--including studies. The NOI,
which asked how the FCC should regulate the delivery of broadband
services to homes and businesses using electrical wiring to conduct
high-speed digital signals, attracted some 1900 comments--many from the
amateur community--by the July 7 comment deadline.

"ARRL is unwilling to have the Amateur Service gored with the
double-edged sword of an incompatible service that will at once (1)
cause widespread interference, and (2) preclude any future changes in
the amateur HF allocations," the ARRL said. The League said that based
on "diligent and exhaustive research," it's concluded that BPL must
avoid any and all amateur MF, HF and VHF allocations without exception.

The League said that while it's aware that current Part 15 rules permit
BPL, its interference potential remains untested and unrealized, since
no access BPL systems are in operation. BPL proponents would prefer that
the FCC authorize even higher power levels for such systems, however.

"BPL is a Pandora's Box of unprecedented proportions," the ARRL
declared. It asked the FCC to modify its Part 15 rules to prevent
interference to users of the HF and low-VHF spectrum from the start and
"to prevent consumers' reliance on BPL as an interference-free broadband
delivery system."

Studies appended to the League's comments suggest received signal levels
of BPL broadband noise at typical amateur stations would be anywhere
from 34 dB to 65 dB higher than typical ambient noise levels in the
worst-case situations. "BPL cannot be deployed using amateur allocations
in the MF, HF and VHF bands without severely high interference
potential," the ARRL reiterated.

Electric utility companies would operate many, if not most, BPL systems.
ARRL pointed out that some power companies have demonstrated a
less-than-stellar record of cooperation in resolving complaints of power
line noise to hams. "It is a very substantial problem now for the
Amateur Service, without the addition of BPL to the mix," the League
said.

The ARRL concluded by urging the FCC to ensure that BPL "is not
permitted to operate in or near any Amateur Radio allocations" and that
any future changes in ham allocations would "trigger retroactive
modifications to BPL facilities" to avoid amateur frequencies.

ARRL's comments and additional information are available on the ARRL Web
site <http://www.arrl.org/announce/regulatory/et03-104/>.

The ARRL has initiated an important Spectrum Defense Fund campaign to
support activities to educate government officials on the potential
threat that BPL poses to Amateur Radio. To find out more, or to support
ARRL's efforts in this area, visit the ARRL's secure BPL Web site
<https://www.arrl.org/forms/development/donations/bpl/>

=3D=3D>RADIO HISTORY IS MADE AT WRC-03 WITH 7-MHZ REALIGNMENT COMPROMISE

In a historic move, delegates to World Radiocommunication Conference
2003
(WRC-03) agreed to move broadcasters out of 7100 to 7200 kHz in Regions
1 and 3 to make room for the Amateur Service. International Amateur
Radio Union (IARU) Secretary--and ARRL CEO--David Sumner, K1ZZ, said the
"carefully crafted compromise" calls for broadcasters to vacate 7100 to
7200 kHz by March 29, 2009. Amateurs in the US and the rest of Region 2
will continue to enjoy the 7000 to 7300 kHz band they now have, and
eventually with greatly reduced broadcasting interference.

The compromise marked the first time in the history of internationally
coordinated radio spectrum allocation that an HF broadcasting band was
shifted to accommodate the needs of another service. It cuts in half the
incompatibility between amateur and broadcasting use of the 7 MHz band
and doubles the 40-meter spectrum available to amateurs in Regions 1 and
3.

While the result falls short of the IARU's goal of a 300-kHz worldwide
exclusive band for amateurs, the cooperation of broadcasters, opposing
delegates and many others was required to make a positive step for ham
radio. Spectrum between 4 and 10 MHz is on the agenda for WRC-07, but
the next conference will not consider further changes to 7000-7200 kHz.

As expected, WRC-03 also dropped the international Morse code
requirement for HF access, leaving individual countries to decide if
they want to retain a code proficiency requirement (Switzerland already
has dropped the requirement). In addition, the conference adopted a
number of improvements to other international regulations for the
Amateur Service. Delegates also agreed to allow a secondary allocation
for satellite borne synthetic aperture radars at 70 cm and, in an
Article 19 change, made amateur call sign assignments more flexible.

Michael Owen, VK3KI, a member of the IARU team at Geneva, has provided a
detailed explanation of Article 25 changes in the article "New
Regulations for the Amateur Services." It's available on the IARU Web
site <http://www.iaru.org/rel030703att3.html>.

More than 2600 delegates and other participants attended the
four-week-long conference, chaired by Dr Veena Rawat of Canada. For
WRC-03, the IARU fielded its largest team of observers at an ITU
conference in more than a decade. In addition to Sumner and Owen, the
team--led by IARU President Larry Price, W4RA--included Bob Jones,
VE7RWJ; Wojciech Nietyksza, SP5FM, and Ken Pulfer, VE3PU. More than a
dozen other amateurs were present on national delegations or in other
roles for the IARU, its regional organizations and member-societies.

Changes to Articles 19 and 25 took effect on July 5, 2003. In general,
the other Final Acts take effect on January 1, 2005.

=3D=3D>TANG--OR SOMETHING LIKE IT--STILL A SPACE DRINK

Despite some technical problems, youngsters at the Challenger Learning
Center of Northwest Indiana
<http://pucinfo.calumet.purdue.edu/challenger_nwi/welcome.htm> got
answers to more than a dozen questions via ham radio from NASA
International Space Station Science Officer and Flight Engineer Ed Lu,
KC5WKJ. The direct 2-meter contact took place June 26 between Lu, at the
controls of NA1SS, and W9PUC, the call sign of the Purdue Calumet
Amateur Radio Society, whose members assisted in setting up the Earth
station equipment. The contact was arranged as part of the Amateur Radio
on the International Space Station (ARISS) program.

One youngster asked Lu if astronauts still drink Tang--the orange drink
made from powder--while in space. "Actually, we do have an orange drink,
I'm not sure if it's actually Tang or not--actually, I think it might
be--but it's labeled as 'orange drink.'" Lu said. "When you add water to
it, it tastes pretty good."

Despite the February 1 shuttle Columbia disaster, Lu told another
Challenger Center camper that he was not worried about having to pass
through Earth's atmosphere when the crew returns from space in October.
"Obviously, space flight can be risky, but our ship is totally different
than the shuttle," he said, noting that the Russian Soyuz now being used
to transport ISS crew members doesn't even have wings. "I think it will
go just fine," Lu predicted.

The Expedition 6 crew experienced a bit of a bumpy landing this spring
in its Soyuz spacecraft and also undershot their landing zone. The NASA
shuttle fleet remains grounded.

Taking off from Earth was quite an experience, Lu told another
youngster, saying it felt as if "a giant hand" were pushing him back
into his seat aboard the Soyuz. Lu has been maintaining a Web site
<http://www.edlu.com/> that describes his perspective on life in space.

The Expedition 7 crew of Lu and Expedition 7 Commander Yuri Malenchenko,
RK3DUO, has another four months left on its duty tour. Lu--who turned 40
in space July 1--told the grade three through eight youngsters that the
two-man crew has been involved in hundreds of experiments, some of which
involve observing the Earth and others the crew members themselves, he
said.

The contact was plagued at various points by poor downlink signal
reception. Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, the ARISS mentor for the contact, said
some 150 to 175 people were in attendance for the event. Ed Perosky,
K9TZT, served as the Amateur Radio coordinator, while Mark Skowronski,
K9MQ, was control operator. Members of the Lake County Amateur Radio
Club also assisted. ARISS is an international program with participation
by NASA, ARRL and AMSAT.

=3D=3D>SEE YOU ON 60! FIVE CHANNELS NOW OPEN FOR USE

US amateurs had been counting down the weeks, days and hours. Now, the
five new 60-meter "channel center" frequencies--5332, 5348, 5368, 5373
and 5405 kHz--are available! Given the constraints imposed on the five
lightly used government frequencies, ARRL advises members to demonstrate
their best operating behavior and to use common sense when operating
under the new rules. The channelized domestic, secondary allocation at 5
MHz marks the first new HF amateur band since the 1980s.

The only legal mode is upper sideband voice (USB), with a maximum
bandwidth of 2.8 kHz (centered within each channel). On July 3, the
first day the band was available, hundreds of operators opened up on one
of the channels to grab their first contacts. The friendly free-for-all
took place on a fairly level playing field, however, since the FCC has
imposed a 50 W effective radiated power (ERP) limit. The new FCC
rules--=A797.303(s)--define this as the transmitter output in peak
envelope power (PEP) multiplied by antenna gain relative to a half-wave
dipole or the equivalent calculation in decibels. The Commission
presumes that a half-wave dipole on the 5 MHz allocation has a gain of 0
dBd.

Licensees using antennas other than a half-wave dipole must maintain in
their station records either manufacturer data on the antenna gain or
calculations of the antenna gain. The bottom line for most hams will be
to erect a wire dipole, set their transmitter to 50 W PEP output and
enjoy the new band.

For more information, see the 60-Meter FAQs posted on the ARRL Web site
<http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/regulations/faq.html>.

Amateurs in the US and the United Kingdom share one 5-MHz channel--5405
kHz. While it's legal for US hams to work UK amateurs--and some
transatlantic contacts already have been reported--the RSGB 5 MHz
Working Group says UK hams are on the band specifically as part of
propagation and equipment experiments, not to make general contacts.

=3D=3D>ARRL BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO MEET IN CONNECTICUT

The consequences for Amateur Radio of the recently concluded World
Radiocommunication Conference 2003 (WRC-03) will be among the top items
up for discussion when the ARRL Board of Directors meets July 18-19 in
Windsor, Connecticut. ARRL President Jim Haynie, W5JBP, will chair the
session.

At WRC-03, which concluded July 4 in Geneva, delegates reached a
compromise on a 200-kHz worldwide allocation--7000 to 7200
kHz--effective in 2009, with no change to the existing 300-kHz
allocation in the US and elsewhere in Region 2. The conference also
eliminated the requirement that amateur applicants prove Morse code
proficiency to operate below 30 MHz, leaving it up to individual
administrations to retain or drop Morse code as an examination element.

Decisions made at WRC-03 also resulted in a wide variety of changes to
other sections of Article 25 of the international Radio Regulations
affecting international communications. Those changes, which must now be
reflected in US Amateur Service rules, include third-party traffic
rules, international recognition of the licenses of visiting amateurs
and communication with so-called "banned countries."

ARRL CEO David Sumner, K1ZZ--who attended WRC-03 in his capacity of IARU
Secretary--anticipates that Board members also will start looking ahead
to Amateur Radio issues that are expected to surface at the next WRC,
now being called WRC-07. Those would include the issue of possible
worldwide amateur access to 7200 to 7300 kHz among other topics.

The FCC's Broadband over Power Line (BPL) initiative and Notice of
Inquiry in ET Docket 03-104 is another likely major topic at this year's
second Board session. The Board meeting discussion is expected to shift
focus to the League's next steps in confronting the potential BPL
threat.

Board members also will review a major ARRL Technical Relations Office
study--commissioned at last July's Board meeting--of the bands from 902
MHz to 24.25 GHz. The so-called "Minute 56" report evaluates spectrum
use policies in the upper-UHF bands with an eye toward developing
options to protect the allocations and to make greater amateur use of
those frequencies.

In addition, ARRL Board members will hear a report from the Ad Hoc HF
Digital Modes Committee. President Haynie last July appointed the panel
to study new HF data modes in the Amateur Service. The Committee was to
develop recommendations for introduction of voice-bandwidth data modes
and to advise the Board on amateur Internet HF linking and HF automatic
control.

Radio Amateurs of Canada President Bill Gillis, VE1WG, will be a guest
at this month's Board meeting.

=3D=3D>DEAN OF ARRL SECTION MANAGERS STEPS DOWN; SM APPOINTMENTS =
ANNOUNCED

The dean of ARRL Section Managers--New Mexico's Joe Knight,
W5PDY--stepped down July 2 as Section Manager there after serving for
nearly 27 years--longer than any other sitting SM. Knight cited poor
health in his decision to retire from the volunteer position. ARRL Field
and Educational Services Manager Rosalie White, K1STO, has named New
Mexico Assistant SM Bill Weatherford, KM5FT, of Albuquerque, to fill the
remainder of Knight's term, which ends December 31.

"It hurts me deeply to step down, but after almost 27 years in this
position, all good things must come to an end," said Knight, who urged
support for his replacement. A Life Member and an Assistant SM,
Weatherford is the trustee of Albuquerque Amateur Radio Club's N5VA.
White says Weatherford already has indicated plans to run for the SM job
in his own right later this year.

Among those praising Knight was Bernalillo County Emergency Management
Coordinator Don Scott, N5UJT, who cited Knight's many years of "tireless
effort" in coordinating and promoting Amateur Radio in New Mexico. "As
an emergency manager, the services of Joe and Amateur Radio as a whole
cannot go unnoticed," Scott said.

Knight was the focus of an article in the January 2003 issue of QST,
"The Luckiest Man Alive," which outlined the vast emergency
communication resources that Knight and hundreds of other dedicated
volunteers have built up over the years in New Mexico.

ARRL Field and Public Service Team Supervisor Steve Ewald, WV1X, said
Knight provided a fount of valuable experience that he was happy to
share with others. "For several years, Joe has helped with the ARRL
Section Manager's Workshop for new SMs," Ewald said.

In other SM changes, White appointed Ti-Michelle Connelly, NJ6T, as East
Bay Section Manager. She replaces Dennis Franklin, K6DF, who stepped
down effective June 23 citing health reasons. Connelly will serve out
the remainder of Franklin's term, which ends December 31. She has served
as an Assistant SM and Affiliated Club Coordinator for about three years
and as Net Manager for two years.

White also has announced the appointment of Randy Stimson, KZ7T, as ARRL
Oregon Section Manager. Stimson replaces Marshall D. Johnson, KK7CW, who
was removed from office in a June recall election. Stimson had served
previously as Oregon SM from 1987 until 1998 and he remains active in
Amateur Radio public service activities. Stimson will remain in office
until the next SM term begins July 1, 2004.

=3D=3D>FCC ACCEPTING COMMENTS ON OCCUPIED BANDWIDTH PETITION

The FCC is accepting comments on a Petition for Rule Making from two
amateurs calling on the FCC to establish SSB and AM bandwidth standards.
The FCC has assigned RM-10740 to the petition, filed May 27 by Michael
Lonneke, W0YR, of Round Hill, Virginia, and Melvin Ladisky, W6FDR, of
Camarillo, California. The Lonneke-Ladisky petition had attracted some
100 comments by week's end. Comments are due by July 26.

Referencing four Enforcement Bureau letters (one of which was included
in the petition as an exhibit) sent to amateurs and alleging overly wide
SSB signals, the petition asks the FCC to "remove the ambiguity" in the
Part 97 rules and establish SSB and AM transmission bandwidth standards.
On HF frequencies below 28.8 MHz, it recommends a maximum 2.8 kHz
bandwidth for SSB (J3E) emissions and a maximum 5.6 kHz bandwidth for AM
(A3E) emissions.

Amateurs may read and comment on this petition via the FCC's Electronic
Comment Filing System (ECFS) <http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/ecfs/>.

=3D=3D>FCC ATTEMPTING TO RECTIFY CALL SIGN GOOF

The FCC has issued a Memorandum Opinion and Order (MO&O) in an effort to
rescind a vanity call sign it issued in error to a Virginia amateur.
Last August, the FCC's Licensing and Technical Analysis Branch of the
Public Safety and Private Wireless Division (within the Wireless
Telecommunications Bureau) erroneously granted the request of Richard L.
Smith of Chesapeake, Virginia, to have the call sign KC4USH. The Branch
is responsible for issuing all amateur license and call sign grants.

The Commission says that since the KC4USA through KC4USZ call sign block
has been made available to the US Navy for the use of amateur stations
in Antarctica, the KC4USH call sign should not have been issued to
Smith, a General-class licensee who used to be KG4UKV. The FCC now wants
Smith to take back his former call sign (along with a refund of his
vanity application fee, of course).

The MO&O was released July 3 and signed by D'wana Terry, Chief of the
Public Safety and Private Wireless Division. The FCC will not issue a
modification order until Smith has received notice of the proposed
action and has a chance to protest, something he must do in writing
within 30 days.

=3D=3D>SOLAR UPDATE

Sun seeker Tad "Sunshine On My Shoulders" Cook, K7RA, Seattle,
Washington,
reports: This has been quite an interesting week for propagation and a
fruitful one for DXers on both HF and VHF.

This weekend is the IARU HF World Championship. Predicted planetary A
index for Friday through Monday, July 11-14, is 25, 20, 15 and 15. Solar
flux is expected to slowly drift down to a minimum of 115, where it is
expected to stay from around July 17-22.

Sunspot numbers for July 3 through 9 were 147, 130, 88, 114, 140, 149
and 125, with a mean of 127.6. The 10.7-cm flux was 132.2, 140, 141.9,
129.6, 133.3, 131.3 and 126, with a mean of 133.5. Estimated planetary A
indices were 17, 25, 17, 12, 14, 5 and 6, with a mean of 13.7.

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=3D=3D>IN BRIEF:

* This weekend on the radio: The IARU HF World Championship, the FISTS
Summer Sprint, the QRP ARCI Summer Homebrew Sprint are the weekend of
July 12-13. JUST AHEAD: The North American QSO Party, RTTY, the Pacific
160-Meter Contest, the CQ World Wide VHF Contest and the CQC Great
Colorado Gold Rush events are the weekend of July 19-20. See the ARRL
Contest Branch page <http://www.arrl.org/contests/> and the WA7BNM
Contest Calendar <http://www.hornucopia.com/contestcal/index.html> for
more info.

* ARRL Emergency Communications course registration: A few seats may
remain for the Level I ARRL Amateur Radio Emergency Communications
on-line course (EC-001) that begins July 22 and is sponsored by the
United Technologies Corporation. Registration opens Monday, July 14,
12:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time (0401 UTC), for the Level II Emergency
Communications on-line course (EC-002). Registration remains open
through the July 12-13 weekend or until all available seats have been
filled--whichever comes first. Class begins Tuesday, July 29. Thanks to
United Technologies Corporation, the $45 registration fee paid upon
enrollment will be reimbursed after successful completion of the Level
II course. During this registration period, approximately 75 seats are
being offered to ARRL members on a first-come, first-served basis. To
learn more, visit the ARRL Certification and Continuing Education (C-CE)
<http://www.arrl.org/cce/> Web page and the C-CE Links found there. For
more information, contact Emergency Communications Course Manager Dan
Miller, K3UFG, <dmiller@arrl.org>; 860-594-0340.

* ARRL Certification and Continuing Education course registration:
Registration for the ARRL Antenna Modeling (EC-004) course opens Monday,
July 14, 12:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time (0401 UTC). Registration will
remain open through Sunday, July 20. Class begins Tuesday, July 22.
Those interested in taking an ARRL Certification and Continuing
Education (C-CE) course in the future can sign up to be advised via
e-mail in advance of registration opportunities. To take advantage, send
an e-mail to prereg@arrl.org. On the subject line, indicate the course
name or number (eg, EC-00#) and the month you want to start the course.
In the message body, provide your name, call sign, and e-mail address.
Please do not send inquiries to this mailbox. To learn more, visit the
ARRL Certification and Continuing Education (C-CE) Web page
<http://www.arrl.org/cce> and the C-CE links found there. For more
information, contact Certification and Continuing Education Program
Coordinator Howard Robins, W1HSR, hrobins@arrl.org.

* Hurricane Watch Net keeping a close eye on Claudette: The Hurricane
Watch Net <http://www.hwn.org> secured operations on 14.325 MHz at 0130
UTC on July 11 for Tropical Storm Claudette. The storm had been
predicted to reach hurricane status, but it was diminishing in strength
over the Yucatan Peninsula at week's end. The activation for Claudette
at 1800 UTC on July 10 was the first of the 2003 hurricane season. HWN
members share storm information with forecasters via WX4NHC at the
National Hurricane Center in Miami. Net Manager Mike Pilgrim, K5MP, has
cautioned that once the storm clears the Yucatan and heads into the warm
waters of the Gulf of Mexico, it again could become a major threat to
Gulf Coast communities. "We will continue to monitor progress of this
storm and will advise if activation of the Hurricane Watch Net might
again be called for," Pilgrim said. "In the meantime, interested parties
should access the weather advisories available at on the Net's Web site
<http://www.hwn.org> or otherwise monitor the Maritime Mobile Service
Net <http://www.mmsn.org/> on 14.300 MHz for frequent updates of the
tropical weather outlook." Meanwhile, Salvation Army Team Emergency
Radio Network (SATERN) National Coordinator Pat McPherson, WW9E, was
asking SATERN personnel in its Southern Territory to remain alert to
further HWN activation and to support net activities if needed. "If
Claudette becomes a hurricane and makes landfall, it is likely that
SATERN will activate to pass emergency traffic and handle health and
welfare," McPherson said. The SATERN net operates on 14.265 kHz.

* California antenna bill reaches governor's desk: Proponents of
California's Amateur Radio antenna bill, AB 1228, are encouraging
California amateurs to contact Gov Gray Davis to urge him to sign the
measure, which is now on his desk. On June 30, the California Assembly
on a 77-0 vote concurred with changes in language that the Senate had
made in the legislation. The bill went to the governor for his signature
on July 3. AB 1228 would incorporate the essence of the limited federal
preemption known as PRB-1
<http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/regulations/local/prb-1.html> into
California law. ARRL Pacific Division Director Bob Vallio, W6RGG, and
Southwestern Division Director Art Goddard, W6XD, are asking that
members consider sending a message either via e-mail
<governor@governor.ca.gov> or via the US Postal Service similar to this
sample letter <http://www.kkn.net/Sample_Letter_AB_1228.html>. Send mail
to Gov Gray Davis, ATTN: Armand Feliciano, State Capitol, Sacramento, CA
95814. All correspondents should include their name and address. The
governor's office does not accept e-mail attachments. "Amateurs also may
wish to send a QSL card with the message, 'Please sign AB 1228,'" Vallio
said. "That may also prove to be effective." Davis vetoed a similar
Amateur Radio antenna bill three years ago. The most ham-populated state
in the US, California is home to some 100,000 licensees--almost 15
percent of the US total.

* Astronaut works dozens of stations from ISS during Field Day: US
astronaut Ed Lu, KC5WKJ, worked more than three dozen stations from
NA1SS aboard the International Space Station during Field Day 2003 June
28-29. The contacts appear to have been made during at least two ISS
passes over North America. Operating the Amateur Radio on the
International Space Station equipment, Lu managed to contact 39 stations
in the US, Canada and Mexico on 2-meter FM simplex. For more information
on ARISS, visit the ARISS Web site <http://www.rac.ca/ariss>.

* Museum Ships Special Event set: The USS Cassin Young Radio Club will
sponsor the annual Museum Ships Special Event July 19-20 (UTC). Seventy
museum vessels--including everything from aircraft carriers and
battleships to submarines and tugboats--are poised to participate in the
event. While most vessels are in the US, several are in Europe. Stations
set up onboard participating vessels will use SSB and CW (as well as
other modes, including AM, PSK31 and IRLP) on various HF amateur
frequencies. All of these museum ships are open to the public. More
information, including suggested frequencies and a list of participating
vessels, is available on the USS Cassin Young Radio Club Web site
<http://www.qsl.net/ww2dd/event.html>, which will be updated as new
information is available. The destroyer USS Cassin Young in Boston
Harbor will be on the air during the Museum Ships Special Event as
WW2DD.

* Top 40-meter DXer Al Hix, W8AH, SK: Albert H. "Al" Hix, W8AH, of
Charleston, West Virginia, died June 25, after a brief illness. He was
85. A DXCC Honor Roll member with 388 entities confirmed, Hix also was
at the top of the worldwide 40-meter DXCC pile with 362 entities. ARRL
West Virginia Section Manager Hal Turley, KC8FS, said Hix could be
tenacious in a DX pileup, but called him "a true gentleman" who loved to
share his love for ham radio. Licensed in the 1930s, Hix was an
electrical engineering graduate of West Virginia University and World
War II US Army Signal Corps veteran. A past president of the West
Virginia State Radio Council and of the West Virginia Quarter Century
Wireless Association, Hix was voted West Virginia Outstanding Amateur
Radio Operator of the Year in 1986. He was a member of ARRL and of the
Kanawha Amateur Radio Club. The family invites donations to the ARRL
Foundation's pending Albert H. Hix Memorial Scholarship Fund, 225 Main
St, Newington, CT 06111-1484.

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sat Jul 12 21:20:11 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2003 15:20:11 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Very cool 40M news...
Message-ID: <003301c348b3$07b7d5a0$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

Read the ARRL letter following this email...very cool news for 40M
operators...

See y'all at the club meeting tonight!  ?

73 de KB5YLG

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sat Jul 12 21:34:01 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2003 15:34:01 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FW: 2003 North Texas APRS Workshop
Message-ID: <003a01c348b4$f30bdd20$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

It's Coming! 

The 2003 North Texas APRS Workshop. 

And YOU can be involved! 

Are you an experienced APRS operator? Do you have a cool APRS mobile or
portable station that you'd like to show off? Do you want to help
promote the use of APRS for public service or just plain fun? Well
you're invited to get involved with the first North Texas APRS Workshop.
This event is currently in the planning stages and we are looking for
some clubs or individual Hams to help make this a worthwhile fun and
informative event. 

We are putting together an APRS workshop in the D/FW area. The date has
been tentatively set for Saturday, September 6. The location has not
been fixed at this time. We are planning on a 9 hour event with 3
discussion tracks (hardware, software and operating practice) and an
open workshop. We are looking for volunteers to form the steering
committee and work the various functions. 

A proposal in MS Word format containing more detail on this event is
available on the web at www.redsword.com/jbeadles/radio/. If you are
interested in volunteering or just attending, please notify the event
coordinator, John Beadles, N5OOM at n5oom@arrl.net or call 972-685-8713.
You do not have to be a technical expert to work this event!!! 

This should be a great opportunity for ARRL NTX Section Affiliated Clubs
to get together and help to make this a successful event. Spread the
word to a fellow club member and help us get volunteers to plan and work
the ARPS Workshop.

73,
Roy Rabey - AD5KZ
ARRL NTX SM

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sun Jul 13 15:40:52 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2003 09:40:52 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] NTX FD 2003 photo gallery
In-Reply-To: <003a01c348b4$f30bdd20$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030713093833.01ec3008@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

Hey folks:

check this out.  Photos from FD sites around the section.  No wonder Roy=20
was looking even more ragged than the rest of us by Sunday morning. :)

http://www.ntxinfo.org/html/field_day_2003.html




---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sun Jul 13 19:45:45 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2003 13:45:45 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Fwd: Re: FD 2003 Photo Gallery
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030713134233.01e88428@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

Can someone please identify the operators that Roy is asking about?  I know=
=20
I know the man but my sometimers disease is kicking in pretty heavy.  :)

thanks,

mark-



>X-Apparently-To: k5psb@sbcglobal.net via web80011.mail.yahoo.com; 13 Jul=20
>2003 09:59:02 -0700 (PDT)
>X-Originating-IP: [204.127.198.35]
>Reply-To: "AD5KZ" <ad5kz@arrl.org>
>From: "AD5KZ" <ad5kz@comcast.net>
>To: "Mark Clark" <k5psb@sbcglobal.net>
>Subject: Re: FD 2003 Photo Gallery
>Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2003 11:58:54 -0500
>Organization: ARRL
>X-Mailer: Microsoft Outlook Express 6.00.2800.1158
>
>Hi Mark,
>
>Thanks very much for the captions. Do you happen to know the call sign of
>the person in the picture at the following link...
>
>http://www.ntxinfo.org/html/fd2003_34.html
>
>I have a picture that I took of them that I want to send them in email.
>
>73,
>Roy Rabey - AD5KZ
>ARRL NTX SM
>
>
>
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "Mark Clark" <k5psb@sbcglobal.net>
>To: <ad5kz@arrl.org>
>Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2003 10:01 AM
>Subject: FD 2003 Photo Gallery
>
>
>
>Hi Roy.  Just ran across your new photo gallery.  I noticed that you looked
>kinda beat on Sunday morning, now I know why.  hehe
>
>I can give you some captions for the pics of the TCARC site.
>
>db_FD_TARC11.jpg  --  David Hand, N5IK calls CQ on 40 meters and Chris
>Brewer, N5GMJ, stands ready to log the next contact.
>
>db_FD_TARC21.jpg  --  Mark Clark, K5PSB makes a 20 meter psk31 contact.
>
>db_FD_TARC61.jpg  --  Fred Muehlen, N5WLA and Matt Muehlen, KD5TXW prepare
>a delicious waffle breakfast on Sunday morning.
>
>db_FD_TARC91.jpg  --  Mark Clark, K5PSB works 20 meter psk31 while his
>nephew Sean Tatum logs the contacts.
>
>Great idea!
>
>All the best,
>
>mark-
>
>
>
>---
>
>Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
>and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
>--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1

---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 14 04:46:40 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2003 22:46:40 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] NTX FD 2003 photo gallery
In-Reply-To: <5.1.1.5.2.20030713093833.01ec3008@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <002d01c349ba$a4297170$6df85a42@KB5YLG>

Bernard Hoff WA5PWA was the unnamed fellow operating with his
granddaughter Candace in that Photo.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net=20
> [mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Clark
> Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2003 9:41 AM
> To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [TCARC-NTX] NTX FD 2003 photo gallery
>=20
>=20
>=20
> Hey folks:
>=20
> check this out.  Photos from FD sites around the section.  No=20
> wonder Roy=20
> was looking even more ragged than the rest of us by Sunday morning. :)
>=20
http://www.ntxinfo.org/html/field_day_2003.html




---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 14 18:09:11 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2003 12:09:11 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FW: ARRL WEST GULF DIVISION NEWS
Message-ID: <002b01c34a2a$a949e520$ddf85a42@KB5YLG>

===[ forwarded message ]=====


ARRL OKLAHOMA STATE CONVENTION THIS WEEKEND (18-19 July) 
Check out the Ham Holiday 2003 web site at
http://www.qsl.net/coranews/index.html  for the details.

ARRL WEST GULF DIVISION CONVENTION
The West Gulf Divsion Convention will be held Friday August 1 & Saturday
August 2, 2003.  This will be a significant event with President Haynie
just back from the Summer ARRL board meeting with all the latest
happenings.  Check out the Austin Summerfest web site at
http://www.austinsummerfest.org/index.html for all the details.

ELIMINATION OF MORSE CODE
Once again the question comes up of the elimination of Morse code
testing for an HF license.  With the elimination of A.25 as treaty
requirement, the question comes up of "What will the FCC do now?&quot;  
They may very well propose the elimination of Morse testing.  If that
were to happen the ARRL would make input upon notice of a proposed rule
making.  The ARRL is likely going to deal with this issue in some
fashion this coming weekend at the summer board meeting.  I would like
to here from you if you have strong feelings on this subject one way or
the other.  How do you think the ARRL should respond to such a proposal?
Please e-mail your comments to me at n5ok@arrl.org.  

Thanks.

Coy, N5OK
Director

--------------------------------------------------------------------
ARRL West Gulf Division
Director: Coy Day, N5OK
n5ok@arrl.org



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 14 18:52:53 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2003 12:52:53 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Cargo Trailer in Azle
Message-ID: <002e01c34a30$c4837120$ddf85a42@KB5YLG>

I found this cargo trailer on Ebay, which may be what we are looking
for. If the link doesn't work, go to ebay and put in the the item number
2423013118 in the search box.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=10368&
item=2423013118

=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
David Johnson
(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

david@justcalldavid.com
www.justcalldavid.com
 



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 14 19:10:25 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2003 13:10:25 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FW: ARLB047 FCC declares Communications Emergency for Texas coast
Message-ID: <003301c34a33$37713760$ddf85a42@KB5YLG>

SB QST @ ARL $ARLB047
ARLB047 FCC declares Communications Emergency for Texas coast

ZCZC AG47
QST de W1AW  
ARRL Bulletin 47  ARLB047
>From ARRL Headquarters  
Newington CT  July 14, 2003
To all radio amateurs 

SB QST ARL ARLB047
ARLB047 FCC declares Communications Emergency for Texas coast

The Federal Communications Commission, in cooperation with ARRL South
Texas Section Manager Ray Taylor, N5NAV, has declared a general
communications emergency for the Texas coastal area due to Tropical
Storm Claudette. The FCC Enforcement Bureau issued the declaration under
the authority of Section 97.401 of the FCC rules.

Effective immediately, the FCC said, the frequencies 7285 kHz (days) and
3873 kHz (nights) require protection. "Amateurs are required to refrain
from using those frequencies, plus or minus 3 kHz, unless they are
taking part in the handling of emergency traffic," said the declaration
from James Daily, Chief of Homeland Security within the FCC's
Enforcement Bureau.

The declaration remains in effect until it's rescinded.
NNNN
/EX



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 14 19:14:02 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2003 13:14:02 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Cargo Trailer in Azle
In-Reply-To: <002e01c34a30$c4837120$ddf85a42@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030714131153.00b286f0@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

At 12:52 PM 7/14/2003 -0500, David Johnson wrote:

>I found this cargo trailer on Ebay, which may be what we are looking
>for. If the link doesn't work, go to ebay and put in the the item number
>2423013118 in the search box.
>
>http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=3D10368&
>item=3D2423013118

Looks like a real nice one.  Kinda small, though.  Seems like there have=20
been a lot of bids.  I wonder if the bidding will go much higher.

mark-


---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 14 20:02:10 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Paul Finch)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2003 14:02:10 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Cargo Trailer in Azle
In-Reply-To: <002e01c34a30$c4837120$ddf85a42@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKMEGCEBAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>

David,

Only one problem, it's not tall enough inside.  I would think it would have
to be at least 6.5 tall to be able to work inside, 7 foot inside vertical
height would be better.

Paul


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of David Johnson
Sent: Monday, July 14, 2003 12:53 PM
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Cargo Trailer in Azle



I found this cargo trailer on Ebay, which may be what we are looking
for. If the link doesn't work, go to ebay and put in the the item number
2423013118 in the search box.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=10368&
item=2423013118

=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
David Johnson
(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

david@justcalldavid.com
www.justcalldavid.com



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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Tue Jul 15 01:57:09 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Gerald Buxton)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2003 19:57:09 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Fwd: ARLB047 FCC declares Communications Emergency for Texas coast
Message-ID: <E19cE8P-0003yP-00@covert.iadfw.net>

==================BEGIN FORWARDED MESSAGE==================
SB QST @ ARL $ARLB047
ARLB047 FCC declares Communications Emergency for Texas coast

ZCZC AG47
QST de W1AW  
ARRL Bulletin 47  ARLB047
>From ARRL Headquarters  
Newington CT  July 14, 2003
To all radio amateurs 

SB QST ARL ARLB047
ARLB047 FCC declares Communications Emergency for Texas coast

The Federal Communications Commission, in cooperation with ARRL
South Texas Section Manager Ray Taylor, N5NAV, has declared a
general communications emergency for the Texas coastal area due to
Tropical Storm Claudette. The FCC Enforcement Bureau issued the
declaration under the authority of Section 97.401 of the FCC rules.

Effective immediately, the FCC said, the frequencies 7285 kHz (days)
and 3873 kHz (nights) require protection. "Amateurs are required to
refrain from using those frequencies, plus or minus 3 kHz, unless
they are taking part in the handling of emergency traffic," said the
declaration from James Daily, Chief of Homeland Security within the
FCC's Enforcement Bureau.

The declaration remains in effect until it's rescinded.
NNNN
/EX



===================END FORWARDED MESSAGE===================




From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Tue Jul 15 06:40:43 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Daryl Pate)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2003 00:40:43 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] july net control
In-Reply-To: <5.1.1.5.2.20030714131153.00b286f0@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BB38FE0B.B7%cqpate@charter.net>

july  10          daryl kc5slq /

july 17            mark k5psb /  daryl kc5slq

july 24           dan kd5uso  /  ----

july 31          n5gmj chris /   -----

August 2  tcarc meeting and elections


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Wed Jul 16 00:38:48 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Gerald Buxton)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2003 18:38:48 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] NTX FD 2003 photo gallery
In-Reply-To: <002d01c349ba$a4297170$6df85a42@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <E19cZO4-0007u9-00@covert.iadfw.net>

For the record, his first name is spelled BENARD... only one R.

Jerry

On Sun, 13 Jul 2003 22:46:40 -0500, David Johnson wrote:

>Bernard Hoff WA5PWA was the unnamed fellow operating with his
>granddaughter Candace in that Photo.
>



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Thu Jul 17 05:22:48 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Daryl Pate)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2003 23:22:48 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] july meeting summary
In-Reply-To: <002d01c349ba$a4297170$6df85a42@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <BB3B8EC8.D0%cqpate@charter.net>

tricounty ARC meeting summary for July 2003:

current balance is 2664.18.  we will pay insurance this month

no IRLP presentation available, will try later.
next month will be k5cj presentation on airliner communications.

mailouts are near completion

Club will be active in Azle Jamboree Sept 13, discussion on trailer or use
tent

NCTECH will be Nov 8

license testing to be Aug 2 at Ash Creek Baptist church, contact David
kb5ylg if you plan to attend

field day--2015 points and discussion
NCTECH---committe meeting soon, increase publicity discussion
trailer----trailer was painted, paul wb5idm might build a new trailer with
club helping

those who had field day expenses contact cj kd5nxg for reimbursement

keith kd5ipl has made up TriCounty ARC hats, $5  and shirts approx $10--will
have your name and callsign,contact david kb5ylg to make your order

consider another free ham radio class in October

pass the hat-----$16

ELECTIONS IN AUGUST MEETING TO BE AUGUST 2
think about being our next president, VP , secretary or treasurer

73  daryl  kc5slq


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Thu Jul 17 05:36:04 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2003 23:36:04 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] july meeting summary
In-Reply-To: <BB3B8EC8.D0%cqpate@charter.net>
Message-ID: <003201c34c1d$12e25050$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

Very cool, now I don't have to type up all the notes I took?

:) :)

David

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Daryl Pate
> Sent: Wednesday, July 16, 2003 11:23 PM
> To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [TCARC-NTX] july meeting summary
> 
> 
> 
> tricounty ARC meeting summary for July 2003:
> 
> current balance is 2664.18.  we will pay insurance this month
> 
> no IRLP presentation available, will try later.
> next month will be k5cj presentation on airliner communications.
> 
> mailouts are near completion
> 
> Club will be active in Azle Jamboree Sept 13, discussion on 
> trailer or use tent
> 
> NCTECH will be Nov 8
> 
> license testing to be Aug 2 at Ash Creek Baptist church, 
> contact David kb5ylg if you plan to attend
> 
> field day--2015 points and discussion
> NCTECH---committe meeting soon, increase publicity discussion 
> trailer----trailer was painted, paul wb5idm might build a new 
> trailer with club helping
> 
> those who had field day expenses contact cj kd5nxg for reimbursement
> 
> keith kd5ipl has made up TriCounty ARC hats, $5  and shirts 
> approx $10--will have your name and callsign,contact david 
> kb5ylg to make your order
> 
> consider another free ham radio class in October
> 
> pass the hat-----$16
> 
> ELECTIONS IN AUGUST MEETING TO BE AUGUST 2
> think about being our next president, VP , secretary or treasurer
> 
> 73  daryl  kc5slq
> 
> _______________________________________________
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Thu Jul 17 06:24:31 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Daryl Pate)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 00:24:31 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] july meeting summary
In-Reply-To: <003201c34c1d$12e25050$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <BB3B9D3E.D6%cqpate@charter.net>

on 7/16/2003 11:36 PM, David Johnson at kb5ylg@yahoo.com wrote:

> Very cool, now I don't have to type up all the notes I took?
> 
> :) :)
> 

those are the notes i took but maybe missed something.
i signed up for net backup thursday but i will on the way to houston
for a seminar.
73 daryl


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Thu Jul 17 06:37:27 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 00:37:27 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] july meeting summary
In-Reply-To: <BB3B9D3E.D6%cqpate@charter.net>
Message-ID: <003801c34c25$8bc43b20$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

Oh.

Well, guess I'll put out the minutes.  We talked about a lot.  :)

David

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Daryl Pate
> Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2003 12:25 AM
> To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [TCARC-NTX] july meeting summary
> 
> 
> on 7/16/2003 11:36 PM, David Johnson at kb5ylg@yahoo.com wrote:
> 
> > Very cool, now I don't have to type up all the notes I took?
> > 
> > :) :)
> > 
> 
> those are the notes i took but maybe missed something.
> i signed up for net backup thursday but i will on the way to 
> houston for a seminar. 73 daryl
> 
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Thu Jul 24 03:27:52 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2003 21:27:52 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Test session Aug 2
Message-ID: <001301c3518b$3048fea0$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

Next VE test session...

Aug 2, 2003
KM5TT test team (w5yi exam session)
Ash Creek Baptist Church
300 S. Stewart
Azle, TX  76020

9am, be there early

PLEASE:  RSVP ASAP, so we will know you are coming and not cancel the
session.

73 de KB5YLG

=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
David Johnson
(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

david@justcalldavid.com
www.justcalldavid.com
 


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 25 18:12:44 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 12:12:44 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725113422.00b29658@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

The experience of a couple of recent nets prompts me to offer some possible=
=20
guidance for net controls in running the Thursday night nets.  First, let=20
us remember that the net is officially called "The Tri-County Amateur Radio=
=20
Club Weekly Ragchew and Information Net."  In order for it to be a ragchew=
=20
and information net, it is important to let those who check in ragchew and=
=20
offer information.  Otherwise, it becomes a simple check in net, which is=20
pointless as we are already aware that we have propagation.  When acting as=
=20
net control, please ask each station for a comment.  Perhaps they have=20
something they want to offer for swap or sale.  Maybe they are looking for=
=20
something or have a technical question.  You'll never know if you don't=20
ask.  We don't have to pay any extra if the net runs past 10=20
minutes.  Also, unless you are planning to offer some training, please=20
refrain from calling it a training net.  Those who wish to listen to=20
training nets with no training are welcome to listen to the 94 repeater on=
=20
monday nights.  No need for us to duplicate that function.

David, perhaps you could post that Net Control check in sheet that you gave=
=20
me several years ago.  It has the preamble and closing and all of that=20
stuff.  Very helpful in running the net.  I have several of the printed=20
sheets, but I don't have it in digital.

This is not intended as a flame, just trying to be helpful.  Ain't nobody=20
born knowing how to do this stuff.

mark-


---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 25 19:20:03 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Dan Ulberg)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 13:20:03 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
In-Reply-To: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725113422.00b29658@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <001101c352d9$5eedced0$7fda28d8@oemcomputer>

Sorry about last night, I wasn't too prepared and it showed, plus I am
new to the ham business.  I hope that I can learn how to do it better
before I take it on again.  I didn't even get a copy of the call signs
given, I can't write as fast a some talk.  Maybe I can be better some
day.  Sorry if it wasn't a good net.

Dan Ulberg
ulberg@ev1.net
Call Sign KD5USO


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Clark
Sent: 25 July 2003 12:13
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net



The experience of a couple of recent nets prompts me to offer some
possible=20
guidance for net controls in running the Thursday night nets.  First,
let=20
us remember that the net is officially called "The Tri-County Amateur
Radio=20
Club Weekly Ragchew and Information Net."  In order for it to be a
ragchew=20
and information net, it is important to let those who check in ragchew
and=20
offer information.  Otherwise, it becomes a simple check in net, which
is=20
pointless as we are already aware that we have propagation.  When acting
as=20
net control, please ask each station for a comment.  Perhaps they have=20
something they want to offer for swap or sale.  Maybe they are looking
for=20
something or have a technical question.  You'll never know if you don't=20
ask.  We don't have to pay any extra if the net runs past 10=20
minutes.  Also, unless you are planning to offer some training, please=20
refrain from calling it a training net.  Those who wish to listen to=20
training nets with no training are welcome to listen to the 94 repeater
on=20
monday nights.  No need for us to duplicate that function.

David, perhaps you could post that Net Control check in sheet that you
gave=20
me several years ago.  It has the preamble and closing and all of that=20
stuff.  Very helpful in running the net.  I have several of the printed=20
sheets, but I don't have it in digital.

This is not intended as a flame, just trying to be helpful.  Ain't
nobody=20
born knowing how to do this stuff.

mark-


---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 25 20:05:20 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Paul Finch)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 14:05:20 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
In-Reply-To: <001101c352d9$5eedced0$7fda28d8@oemcomputer>
Message-ID: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKGEBKECAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>

Dan,

We are all in this hobby to learn, when you quit learning you are, well
dead.  It takes a while to get used to the nets and it can be nerve-racking
at times, especially when there are several noisy signals you have to
contend with.  Don't get worried or upset, it takes a while for us all to
learn the business.

Thank,
Paul


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of Dan Ulberg
Sent: Friday, July 25, 2003 1:20 PM
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: RE: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net


Sorry about last night, I wasn't too prepared and it showed, plus I am
new to the ham business.  I hope that I can learn how to do it better
before I take it on again.  I didn't even get a copy of the call signs
given, I can't write as fast a some talk.  Maybe I can be better some
day.  Sorry if it wasn't a good net.

Dan Ulberg
ulberg@ev1.net
Call Sign KD5USO


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Clark
Sent: 25 July 2003 12:13
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net



The experience of a couple of recent nets prompts me to offer some
possible
guidance for net controls in running the Thursday night nets.  First,
let
us remember that the net is officially called "The Tri-County Amateur
Radio
Club Weekly Ragchew and Information Net."  In order for it to be a
ragchew
and information net, it is important to let those who check in ragchew
and
offer information.  Otherwise, it becomes a simple check in net, which
is
pointless as we are already aware that we have propagation.  When acting
as
net control, please ask each station for a comment.  Perhaps they have
something they want to offer for swap or sale.  Maybe they are looking
for
something or have a technical question.  You'll never know if you don't
ask.  We don't have to pay any extra if the net runs past 10
minutes.  Also, unless you are planning to offer some training, please
refrain from calling it a training net.  Those who wish to listen to
training nets with no training are welcome to listen to the 94 repeater
on
monday nights.  No need for us to duplicate that function.

David, perhaps you could post that Net Control check in sheet that you
gave
me several years ago.  It has the preamble and closing and all of that
stuff.  Very helpful in running the net.  I have several of the printed
sheets, but I don't have it in digital.

This is not intended as a flame, just trying to be helpful.  Ain't
nobody
born knowing how to do this stuff.

mark-


---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bahá

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 25 20:25:08 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (N5wla)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 12:25:08 -0700
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
Message-ID: <20030725192519.D7AE73289E2@mailman.qth.net>

Participation in the weekly nets is to be encouraged, not discouraged,
and some constructive criticism will go a long way towards improving the
nets. If there are tools available to help the newcomers along, by all means
pass them on, along with any suggestions you might have. This is a hobby,
after all, and we’re in it for fun, right?




--------- Original Message --------
From:
To: "tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net"
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
Date:




The experience
guidance
us

Club Weekly Ragchew and Information Net." In order for it to be a
and information net, it is important to let those who check in
offer information. Otherwise, it becomes a simple check in
pointless as we are already aware that we have
net control, please ask each station for a
something they want to offer for swap or
something or have a technical question.
ask. We don't have to pay any extra if
minutes. Also, unless you are planning to offer
refrain from calling it a training net. Those who
training nets with no training are welcome to listen
monday nights. No need for us to duplicate that

David, perhaps you could post that Net Control check in
me several years ago. It has the preamble and
stuff. Very helpful in running the net. I have
sheets, but I don't have it in

This is not intended as a flame, just trying to be helpful.
born knowing how to do this

mark-


---

Love is light no matter in what
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its
--`Abdu'l-Bahá

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 25 20:43:18 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Paul Finch)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 14:43:18 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
In-Reply-To: <20030725192519.D7AE73289E2@mailman.qth.net>
Message-ID: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKOEBLECAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>

You bet YA!  Anyone that is willing to take the Net on even just once a week
a month is to be commended!

Speaking of which I think I missed the night I was signed up for, I was on
the way back from Payson Arizona.

Paul


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of N5wla
Sent: Friday, July 25, 2003 2:25 PM
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net


Participation in the weekly nets is to be encouraged, not discouraged,
and some constructive criticism will go a long way towards improving the
nets. If there are tools available to help the newcomers along, by all means
pass them on, along with any suggestions you might have. This is a hobby,
after all, and we’re in it for fun, right?




--------- Original Message --------
From:
To: "tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net"
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
Date:




The experience
guidance
us

Club Weekly Ragchew and Information Net." In order for it to be a
and information net, it is important to let those who check in
offer information. Otherwise, it becomes a simple check in
pointless as we are already aware that we have
net control, please ask each station for a
something they want to offer for swap or
something or have a technical question.
ask. We don't have to pay any extra if
minutes. Also, unless you are planning to offer
refrain from calling it a training net. Those who
training nets with no training are welcome to listen
monday nights. No need for us to duplicate that

David, perhaps you could post that Net Control check in
me several years ago. It has the preamble and
stuff. Very helpful in running the net. I have
sheets, but I don't have it in

This is not intended as a flame, just trying to be helpful.
born knowing how to do this

mark-


---

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and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its
--`Abdu'l-Bahá

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 25 20:54:24 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Dan Ulberg)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 14:54:24 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
In-Reply-To: <DLEDKBBKJCJILEOJEMGKGEBKECAA.paulfinch@techsplanet.net>
Message-ID: <000001c352e6$8cec06a0$50e828d8@oemcomputer>

Paul,
	Thanks for the incuragement, I needed it.  I am trying to do my
best.  I appreciate you.

Thanks,

Dan Ulberg
ulberg@ev1.net
Call Sign KD5USO


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul Finch
Sent: 25 July 2003 14:05
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: RE: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net


Dan,

We are all in this hobby to learn, when you quit learning you are, well
dead.  It takes a while to get used to the nets and it can be
nerve-racking at times, especially when there are several noisy signals
you have to contend with.  Don't get worried or upset, it takes a while
for us all to learn the business.

Thank,
Paul


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of Dan Ulberg
Sent: Friday, July 25, 2003 1:20 PM
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: RE: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net


Sorry about last night, I wasn't too prepared and it showed, plus I am
new to the ham business.  I hope that I can learn how to do it better
before I take it on again.  I didn't even get a copy of the call signs
given, I can't write as fast a some talk.  Maybe I can be better some
day.  Sorry if it wasn't a good net.

Dan Ulberg
ulberg@ev1.net
Call Sign KD5USO


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Clark
Sent: 25 July 2003 12:13
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net



The experience of a couple of recent nets prompts me to offer some
possible guidance for net controls in running the Thursday night nets.
First, let us remember that the net is officially called "The Tri-County
Amateur Radio Club Weekly Ragchew and Information Net."  In order for it
to be a ragchew and information net, it is important to let those who
check in ragchew and offer information.  Otherwise, it becomes a simple
check in net, which is pointless as we are already aware that we have
propagation.  When acting as net control, please ask each station for a
comment.  Perhaps they have something they want to offer for swap or
sale.  Maybe they are looking for something or have a technical
question.  You'll never know if you don't ask.  We don't have to pay any
extra if the net runs past 10 minutes.  Also, unless you are planning to
offer some training, please refrain from calling it a training net.
Those who wish to listen to training nets with no training are welcome
to listen to the 94 repeater on monday nights.  No need for us to
duplicate that function.

David, perhaps you could post that Net Control check in sheet that you
gave me several years ago.  It has the preamble and closing and all of
that stuff.  Very helpful in running the net.  I have several of the
printed sheets, but I don't have it in digital.

This is not intended as a flame, just trying to be helpful.  Ain't
nobody born knowing how to do this stuff.

mark-


---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1

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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 25 21:23:04 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 15:23:04 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
In-Reply-To: <001101c352d9$5eedced0$7fda28d8@oemcomputer>
References: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725113422.00b29658@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725151644.01ea9f48@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

At 01:20 PM 7/25/2003 -0500, Dan Ulberg wrote:
>Sorry about last night, I wasn't too prepared and it showed, plus I am
>new to the ham business.  I hope that I can learn how to do it better
>before I take it on again.  I didn't even get a copy of the call signs
>given, I can't write as fast a some talk.  Maybe I can be better some
>day.  Sorry if it wasn't a good net.
>


No apology necessary.  Like I said, there ain't none of us born knowing=20
anything.  We're all here to learn.  :)

mark-


---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Fri Jul 25 22:28:19 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Dan Ulberg)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 16:28:19 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
In-Reply-To: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725151644.01ea9f48@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <000601c352f3$abd724c0$50e828d8@oemcomputer>

Thanks, Mark, I want to learn.

Dan Ulberg
ulberg@ev1.net
Call Sign KD5USO


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Clark
Sent: 25 July 2003 15:23
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: RE: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net


At 01:20 PM 7/25/2003 -0500, Dan Ulberg wrote:
>Sorry about last night, I wasn't too prepared and it showed, plus I am=20
>new to the ham business.  I hope that I can learn how to do it better=20
>before I take it on again.  I didn't even get a copy of the call signs=20
>given, I can't write as fast a some talk.  Maybe I can be better some=20
>day.  Sorry if it wasn't a good net.
>


No apology necessary.  Like I said, there ain't none of us born knowing=20
anything.  We're all here to learn.  :)

mark-


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and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sat Jul 26 03:58:01 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Sluggy!)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 21:58:01 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
In-Reply-To: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725151644.01ea9f48@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
References: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725113422.00b29658@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com> <5.1.1.5.2.20030725151644.01ea9f48@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <3F21EE39.3070605@linuxlegend.com>

Mark Clark wrote:

> Like I said, there ain't none of us born knowing anything. 

I knew it all when I was born...

I sure fergot a lot of it since then...

Robert

-- 

Never attribute to malice that which can 
be adequately explained by ignorance.
--------
The real art of conversation is not only
to say the right thing at the right time,
but also to leave unsaid the wrong thing
at the tempting moment.
--------
Sooner or later, when your big chances come,
You'll look for the catches; there'll be none.
Remember before you grab the money and run
That someone is watching you...
--------
Ambivalent? Well, yes and no.



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sat Jul 26 06:14:00 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (terry)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2003 00:14:00 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
References: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725113422.00b29658@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <3F220E18.5050300@cowtown.net>

Mark Clark wrote:

>
> The experience of a couple of recent nets prompts me to offer some 
> possible guidance for net controls in running the Thursday night 
> nets.  First, let us remember that the net is officially called "The 
> Tri-County Amateur Radio Club Weekly Ragchew and Information Net." 


Correction:  The net is officially called "Tri-County Ragchew & 
Information Net"

> In order for it to be a ragchew and information net, it is important 
> to let those who check in ragchew and offer information.  Otherwise, 
> it becomes a simple check in net, which is pointless as we are already 
> aware that we have propagation.  When acting as net control, please 
> ask each station for a comment. 


We can always make comments afterward.  I think the net was handled 
rather efficiently.  More would probably participate if it were done in 
this way.  I rather liked it.  (The net could easily be followed by the 
Rag Chew session.  We could change the name to the "Tri-County Net", and 
it wouldn't break my heart.

> Perhaps they have something they want to offer for swap or sale.  
> Maybe they are looking for something or have a technical question.  
> You'll never know if you don't ask.  We don't have to pay any extra if 
> the net runs past 10 minutes.  Also, unless you are planning to offer 
> some training, 

-----------<snip>-------------<irrelevant comment>---------------

>
>
> David, perhaps you could post that Net Control check in sheet that you 
> gave me several years ago.  It has the preamble and closing and all of 
> that stuff.  Very helpful in running the net.  I have several of the 
> printed sheets, but I don't have it in digital.
>
> This is not intended as a flame, just trying to be helpful.  Ain't 
> nobody born knowing how to do this stuff.


IMHO, I think the net was handled rather efficiently, we could learn 
from his example.   We can check in, 'with' or 'without' traffic, (and 
add an appropriate comment to the preamble.)  Take all the check-ins and 
rag-chew at will.  
(We don't have to be *asked* to do it, [ragchew], we're "Ham's", [for 
Christ's sake].  Right?)

>
> mark-

terry



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sat Jul 26 06:15:59 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (terry)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2003 00:15:59 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
References: <000601c352f3$abd724c0$50e828d8@oemcomputer>
Message-ID: <3F220E8F.5020207@cowtown.net>

Dan Ulberg wrote:

>Thanks, Mark, I want to learn.
>

So do we.   :)



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sat Jul 26 18:44:44 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2003 12:44:44 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
In-Reply-To: <5.1.1.5.2.20030725113422.00b29658@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <008d01c3539d$9d65ef20$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

Daryl has updated the net procedures and gave me a copy...I'll put it up
on the website today.  Thanks to Dan for doing the net and hope he'll
keep doing it along with the other volunteers.

David

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net=20
> [mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Clark
> Sent: Friday, July 25, 2003 12:13 PM
> To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [TCARC-NTX] TCARC Net
>=20
>=20
>=20
> The experience of a couple of recent nets prompts me to offer=20
> some possible=20
> guidance for net controls in running the Thursday night nets.=20
>  First, let=20
> us remember that the net is officially called "The Tri-County=20
> Amateur Radio=20
> Club Weekly Ragchew and Information Net."  In order for it to=20
> be a ragchew=20
> and information net, it is important to let those who check=20
> in ragchew and=20
> offer information.  Otherwise, it becomes a simple check in=20
> net, which is=20
> pointless as we are already aware that we have propagation. =20
> When acting as=20
> net control, please ask each station for a comment.  Perhaps=20
> they have=20
> something they want to offer for swap or sale.  Maybe they=20
> are looking for=20
> something or have a technical question.  You'll never know if=20
> you don't=20
> ask.  We don't have to pay any extra if the net runs past 10=20
> minutes.  Also, unless you are planning to offer some=20
> training, please=20
> refrain from calling it a training net.  Those who wish to listen to=20
> training nets with no training are welcome to listen to the=20
> 94 repeater on=20
> monday nights.  No need for us to duplicate that function.
>=20
> David, perhaps you could post that Net Control check in sheet=20
> that you gave=20
> me several years ago.  It has the preamble and closing and=20
> all of that=20
> stuff.  Very helpful in running the net.  I have several of=20
> the printed=20
> sheets, but I don't have it in digital.
>=20
> This is not intended as a flame, just trying to be helpful. =20
> Ain't nobody=20
> born knowing how to do this stuff.
>=20
> mark-
>=20
>=20
> ---
>=20
> Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
> and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.=20
> --`Abdu'l-Bah=E1
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Sun Jul 27 22:09:55 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2003 16:09:55 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Club hats and tshirts on order...
Message-ID: <00d601c35483$785a0400$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

See the hat at http://www.qsl.net/tcarc-ntx/images/wc5chat.jpg

Send me your requests...
These are being done by Keith KD5IPL...Thanks Keith!

So far here are the orders:

Hats @ $5 

KD5GPK Joel
N5GMJ Chris
KD5SPV Christy
KJ5ZR Terry
K5PSB Mark
KD5USO Dan
KD5NXG CJ
KC5ZUC Aaron
WB5IDM Paul
KC5SLQ Daryl
KB5YLF Denise


Shirts

N5GMJ Chris XXXXL
KD5SPV Christy XL
KD5USO Dan XL


=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
David Johnson
(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

david@justcalldavid.com
www.justcalldavid.com
 



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 00:26:28 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (James E. Good)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2003 18:26:28 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Club hats and tshirts on order...
References: <00d601c35483$785a0400$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <000301c35496$85da2700$34969342@7>

David,

    Put me down for one hat.

    Thanks,
    Jim    KD5VXH

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Johnson" <kb5ylg@yahoo.com>
To: <tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 27, 2003 4:09 PM
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Club hats and tshirts on order...


> 
> See the hat at http://www.qsl.net/tcarc-ntx/images/wc5chat.jpg
> 
> Send me your requests...
> These are being done by Keith KD5IPL...Thanks Keith!
> 
> So far here are the orders:
> 
> Hats @ $5 
> 
> KD5GPK Joel
> N5GMJ Chris
> KD5SPV Christy
> KJ5ZR Terry
> K5PSB Mark
> KD5USO Dan
> KD5NXG CJ
> KC5ZUC Aaron
> WB5IDM Paul
> KC5SLQ Daryl
> KB5YLF Denise
> 
> 
> Shirts
> 
> N5GMJ Chris XXXXL
> KD5SPV Christy XL
> KD5USO Dan XL
> 
> 
> =[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
> Computer and Internet Services
> David Johnson
> (817)444-6163
> (817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!
> 
> david@justcalldavid.com
> www.justcalldavid.com
>  
> 
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 03:00:07 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Dan Ulberg)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2003 21:00:07 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Club hats and tshirts on order...
In-Reply-To: <00d601c35483$785a0400$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <001201c354ab$f8d0f350$6fdd28d8@oemcomputer>

David could you get me two hats?

Thanks,

Dan Ulberg
ulberg@ev1.net
Call Sign KD5USO


-----Original Message-----
From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of David Johnson
Sent: 27 July 2003 16:10
To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Club hats and tshirts on order...



See the hat at http://www.qsl.net/tcarc-ntx/images/wc5chat.jpg

Send me your requests...
These are being done by Keith KD5IPL...Thanks Keith!

So far here are the orders:

Hats @ $5 

KD5GPK Joel
N5GMJ Chris
KD5SPV Christy
KJ5ZR Terry
K5PSB Mark
KD5USO Dan
KD5NXG CJ
KC5ZUC Aaron
WB5IDM Paul
KC5SLQ Daryl
KB5YLF Denise


Shirts

N5GMJ Chris XXXXL
KD5SPV Christy XL
KD5USO Dan XL


=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
David Johnson
(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

david@justcalldavid.com
www.justcalldavid.com
 


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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 05:06:53 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2003 23:06:53 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Report:  Tower Project @ QTH KB5YLG
Message-ID: <00e001c354bd$b8a921f0$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

Many thanks to Terry KJ5ZR, Fred N5WLA, Matt KD5TXW, Jim KD5WVY, and
Denise KB5YLF, the tower project is proceeding nicely.  It's at 90ft
now, and awaiting one more set of guy wires, and the top section, before
antennas.

Fred and Terry just about have me convinced to put the TA-33 triband
beam back up...no buyer yet, so I'm considering it.  I still need to
replace some elements on my 2M beam, I already have the material for
that.  I need a longer rotator cable, coax and stuff, but will get that
later.


David KB5YLG



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 05:06:53 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2003 23:06:53 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Updated website with Net Control, etc
Message-ID: <00e301c354bd$c0fa3100$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

I converted some of the old reference library files and updated the
website with them.  Denise KB5YLF transcribed and edited the net control
procedures from Daryl KC5SLQ and they are in the website reference
library, now.

http://www.wc5c.org



73 de KB5YLG



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 06:19:52 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2003 00:19:52 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Updated website with Net Control, etc
In-Reply-To: <00e301c354bd$c0fa3100$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030728001752.01ebfae0@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

At 11:06 PM 7/27/2003 -0500, David Johnson wrote:
>I converted some of the old reference library files and updated the
>website with them.  Denise KB5YLF transcribed and edited the net control
>procedures from Daryl KC5SLQ and they are in the website reference
>library, now.
>
>http://www.wc5c.org

I got a 404 on http://www.qsl.net/tcarc-ntx/netpreamble2.htm :)






---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 11:38:18 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Gerald Buxton)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2003 05:38:18 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Fwd: 03 NTX APRS Workshop Update
Message-ID: <E19h5Ow-0006iA-00@covert.iadfw.net>

==================BEGIN FORWARDED MESSAGE==================
Howdy All! 

If you are receiving this email, you have expressed an interest in 
attending the 03 NTX APRS Workshop.  Please do not respond 
directly to this email, which comes from a send only email list.  If 
you want to reply, or have been included on this list by mistake, 
please reply directly to n5oom@arrl.net.  

EVENT PREPARATIONS  

Preparations for the workshop continue.  A new, more radio friendly 
web domain has been created.  All of the event web pages have 
been moved to the new domain.  To see the new web site, go to 
www.n5oom.org.  

The event is firmly scheduled for Saturday, September 6, from 9am 
to 6pm. The duration of the event will be dependent on the number 
of presentations we are able to complete. Please be sure to check 
the web site for changes. Justin McAllister K5AEA, President of the 
Comet Amateur Radio Club has been working to secure conference 
rooms on the UTD campus.  We have these rooms reserved, but 
I'm holding on to the precise location until we have resolved all the 
details.  

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 

Many more volunteers are needed to fill out our schedule.  If you 
are interested, please contact me at n5oom@arrl.net.  We need 
individuals to work the event steering committee, to do 
presentations, and to work the open workshop.  A Yahoo group has 
been set up to provide a communications forum for the committee 
members.  Any interested person may join the group, which is 
located at:

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ntx_aprs_sw/

Steering committee members will help with the running of the 
event:  

- The presentation coordinator will be active at the event helping to 
ensure that all the presentations go off on time.
- The workshop coordinator will track the open workshop volunteers 
and will determine what help is needed for anybody needing 
assistance at the workshop. 
- The publications coordinator will be active before the event, 
converting copies of the presentations to PDF format and burning 
them on to CD. Preferably, the publications coordinator should find 
a sponsor to pay for printing copies of the presentations.  

Technical committee members will be active before the event.  The 
members will help in the construction of the presentations by 
providing information and ideas.  

Workshop committee members will be active during the event, 
providing assistance to persons needing help getting their APRS 
stations up and running.  All different skills are needed for the 
workshop, so don't worry if you don't think you have a specific skill.  

CURRENT PRESENTATIONS

Any presentation marked as open needs a volunteer to do the 
presentation.  Remember, the more presentations we get, the better 
the event we will have!  

Track 1 - Software  

1. APRS in North Texas - Open
2. Intro to APRS+SA - Pete Loveall, AE5PL
3. Intro to UI-View - Glenn Frasier
4. Intro to Xastir - Open
5. Intro to WinAPRS - Open
6. Intro to MacAPRS - Open
7. Intro to PalmAPRS - Open
8. Intro to PocketAPRS - Open

Track 2 - Hardware  

1. APRS Tracker Examples - Open
2. Building cheap APRS hardware - Open
3. Configuring AGWPE - Open
4. Configuring the TM-D700 and TH-D7 - Open
5. Configuring TNCs - Open
6. Configuring the TinyTracker - Open
7. Intro to GPS receivers - Working
8. Open

Track 3 - Operating Practice

1. Weather tracking with APRS
2. Panel - APRS for Special Events - John Beadles, N5OOM
3. APRS and the Internet - Pete Loveall, AE5PL
4. APRS planning for special events - John Beadles, N5OOM
5. Intro to HSMM (802.11b) - Working
6. Where to get map data - John Beadles
7. Case Studies - APRS at Public Service Events - Open
8. Creating APRS Map Products - Open

EVENT EXTRAS

Ken Patterson, K5EQT has been working with the various APRS 
software developers to secure on-site registration and price breaks.  
So far, we've gotten positive responses for WinAPRS, UI-View and 
APRS+SA.  

Also, Byon Garrabrant, the developer of the TinyTracker has 
offered us a deal for reduced price tracker kits with guaranteed 
buyback.  If there is a group that would be interested in sponsoring 
TinyTrackers at the event,  
please contact me at n5oom@arrl.net.

===================END FORWARDED MESSAGE===================




From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 11:44:58 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Gerald Buxton)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2003 05:44:58 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Updated website with Net Control, etc
In-Reply-To: <00e301c354bd$c0fa3100$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <E19h5VQ-0000iB-00@covert.iadfw.net>

It looks darn good David, thanks for the hard work!

Jerry
N0JY

On Sun, 27 Jul 2003 23:06:53 -0500, David Johnson wrote:

>I converted some of the old reference library files and updated the
>website with them.  Denise KB5YLF transcribed and edited the net control
>procedures from Daryl KC5SLQ and they are in the website reference
>library, now.
>
>http://www.wc5c.org
>
>
>
>73 de KB5YLG
>
>
>_______________________________________________
>TCARC-NTx mailing list
>TCARC-NTx@mailman.qth.net
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 18:29:13 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2003 12:29:13 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Updated website with Net Control, etc
In-Reply-To: <5.1.1.5.2.20030728001752.01ebfae0@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <001a01c3552d$c7d61050$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

I guess uploading t is a prerequisite to announcing it.
Picky picky.

:)

David KB5YLG

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net=20
> [mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Clark
> Sent: Monday, July 28, 2003 12:20 AM
> To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
> Cc: David Johnson
> Subject: Re: [TCARC-NTX] Updated website with Net Control, etc
>=20
>=20
> At 11:06 PM 7/27/2003 -0500, David Johnson wrote:
> >I converted some of the old reference library files and updated the=20
> >website with them.  Denise KB5YLF transcribed and edited the net=20
> >control procedures from Daryl KC5SLQ and they are in the website=20
> >reference library, now.
> >
> >http://www.wc5c.org
>=20
> I got a 404 on http://www.qsl.net/tcarc-ntx/netpreamble2.htm :)
>=20
>=20
>=20
>=20
>=20
>=20
> ---
>=20
> Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
> and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.=20
> --`Abdu'l-Bah=E1
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Mon Jul 28 18:45:28 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2003 12:45:28 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Fwd: 03 NTX APRS Workshop Update
In-Reply-To: <E19h5Ow-0006iA-00@covert.iadfw.net>
Message-ID: <002201c35530$0cfffcc0$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

Jerry:  You, Terry and I have some tiny tracker kits at my place to
assemble.  David

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:tcarc-ntx-admin@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Gerald Buxton
> Sent: Monday, July 28, 2003 5:38 AM
> To: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Fwd: 03 NTX APRS Workshop Update
> 
> 
> ==================BEGIN FORWARDED MESSAGE================== 
> Howdy All! 
> 
> If you are receiving this email, you have expressed an interest in 
> attending the 03 NTX APRS Workshop.  Please do not respond 
> directly to this email, which comes from a send only email list.  If 
> you want to reply, or have been included on this list by mistake, 
> please reply directly to n5oom@arrl.net.  
> 
> EVENT PREPARATIONS  
> 
> Preparations for the workshop continue.  A new, more radio friendly 
> web domain has been created.  All of the event web pages have 
> been moved to the new domain.  To see the new web site, go to 
> www.n5oom.org.  
> 
> The event is firmly scheduled for Saturday, September 6, from 9am 
> to 6pm. The duration of the event will be dependent on the number 
> of presentations we are able to complete. Please be sure to check 
> the web site for changes. Justin McAllister K5AEA, President of the 
> Comet Amateur Radio Club has been working to secure conference 
> rooms on the UTD campus.  We have these rooms reserved, but 
> I'm holding on to the precise location until we have resolved all the 
> details.  
> 
> VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 
> 
> Many more volunteers are needed to fill out our schedule.  If you 
> are interested, please contact me at n5oom@arrl.net.  We need 
> individuals to work the event steering committee, to do 
> presentations, and to work the open workshop.  A Yahoo group has 
> been set up to provide a communications forum for the committee 
> members.  Any interested person may join the group, which is 
> located at:
> 
> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ntx_aprs_sw/
> 
> Steering committee members will help with the running of the 
> event:  
> 
> - The presentation coordinator will be active at the event helping to 
> ensure that all the presentations go off on time.
> - The workshop coordinator will track the open workshop volunteers 
> and will determine what help is needed for anybody needing 
> assistance at the workshop. 
> - The publications coordinator will be active before the event, 
> converting copies of the presentations to PDF format and burning 
> them on to CD. Preferably, the publications coordinator should find 
> a sponsor to pay for printing copies of the presentations.  
> 
> Technical committee members will be active before the event.  The 
> members will help in the construction of the presentations by 
> providing information and ideas.  
> 
> Workshop committee members will be active during the event, 
> providing assistance to persons needing help getting their APRS 
> stations up and running.  All different skills are needed for the 
> workshop, so don't worry if you don't think you have a 
> specific skill.  
> 
> CURRENT PRESENTATIONS
> 
> Any presentation marked as open needs a volunteer to do the 
> presentation.  Remember, the more presentations we get, the better 
> the event we will have!  
> 
> Track 1 - Software  
> 
> 1. APRS in North Texas - Open
> 2. Intro to APRS+SA - Pete Loveall, AE5PL
> 3. Intro to UI-View - Glenn Frasier
> 4. Intro to Xastir - Open
> 5. Intro to WinAPRS - Open
> 6. Intro to MacAPRS - Open
> 7. Intro to PalmAPRS - Open
> 8. Intro to PocketAPRS - Open
> 
> Track 2 - Hardware  
> 
> 1. APRS Tracker Examples - Open
> 2. Building cheap APRS hardware - Open
> 3. Configuring AGWPE - Open
> 4. Configuring the TM-D700 and TH-D7 - Open
> 5. Configuring TNCs - Open
> 6. Configuring the TinyTracker - Open
> 7. Intro to GPS receivers - Working
> 8. Open
> 
> Track 3 - Operating Practice
> 
> 1. Weather tracking with APRS
> 2. Panel - APRS for Special Events - John Beadles, N5OOM
> 3. APRS and the Internet - Pete Loveall, AE5PL
> 4. APRS planning for special events - John Beadles, N5OOM
> 5. Intro to HSMM (802.11b) - Working
> 6. Where to get map data - John Beadles
> 7. Case Studies - APRS at Public Service Events - Open
> 8. Creating APRS Map Products - Open
> 
> EVENT EXTRAS
> 
> Ken Patterson, K5EQT has been working with the various APRS 
> software developers to secure on-site registration and price breaks.  
> So far, we've gotten positive responses for WinAPRS, UI-View and 
> APRS+SA.
> 
> Also, Byon Garrabrant, the developer of the TinyTracker has 
> offered us a deal for reduced price tracker kits with guaranteed 
> buyback.  If there is a group that would be interested in sponsoring 
> TinyTrackers at the event,  
> please contact me at n5oom@arrl.net.
> 
> ===================END FORWARDED MESSAGE===================
> 
> 
> 
> _______________________________________________
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From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Wed Jul 30 16:57:43 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2003 10:57:43 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Ancient QSO?
Message-ID: <006a01c356b3$60d1c200$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

To ARS; WC5C

Sibculo- The Netherlands.

Dear OM .

On checking my logbooks of the past years I discovered that the SWL
report I sent you  was never replied.

This either may be because
-	you never reply to SWL reports or
-	my report never reached you or
-	my report reached you but it was of no particular value or
simply not
correct, or
-	you replied by sending your QSL card, but it got lost on its way
to me, or
it is still on its slow way via 	buro

Anyway I am still very pleased to receive a confirmation on the report
because it might mean a new DXCC, IOTA or PREFIX for me.

Data on the report as follows;

DATE;.....:	March 26 1989
TIME GMT; :	2011
FREQ;.....:	21,300
MODE;.... :	SSB
RST;	....:	5.6
WORKED;.. :	DF1IK/p, K7GEX, AA5CL, OK1KJA your QSO nrs 17331736 in
WPX
Contest

DETAILS: Your modulation good, QRN level S1 . NO QRM. At same time here
nr8y 5.6, ag9s 5.6, wb9iwn 5.5.

MY RX; Kenwood R-1000
MY  ANT; 30 METER QUAD LOOP AT MAX 33 FEET UP

Additional information; I am 37 years old, married, 2 daughters, working
as MD  in local hospital. I am SWL since 1982 when I was also operator
at school club station PI1GOE which was very active on HF  these days.
My QTH now is 1350 inhabitants village in the east of the Netherlands
near the DL border. Because of my QRL I moved a couple of times in the
past decade and I am pretty sure some QSLs sent to me have been lost
then. It is impossible to find out which, of course.

I hope you are able to reply to this request.

Meanwhile best 73 es good luck to you and yours, also from my family.

Anthonie L Gijzel,
SWL  NL-8992-R26
Grachtstraat  13
7693  PA  Sibculo
The Netherlands
Europe

=[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=========
Computer and Internet Services
David Johnson
(817)444-6163
(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!

david@justcalldavid.com
www.justcalldavid.com
 



From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Thu Jul 31 00:12:20 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (Mark Clark)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2003 18:12:20 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] Ancient QSO?
In-Reply-To: <006a01c356b3$60d1c200$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>
Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20030730180625.00b8e268@pop.sbcglobal.yahoo.com>

Heck with it.  Let's send him a card! :)

At 10:57 AM 7/30/2003 -0500, David Johnson wrote:
>To ARS; WC5C
>
>Sibculo- The Netherlands.
>
>Dear OM .
>
>On checking my logbooks of the past years I discovered that the SWL
>report I sent you  was never replied.
>
>This either may be because
>-       you never reply to SWL reports or
>-       my report never reached you or
>-       my report reached you but it was of no particular value or
>simply not
>correct, or
>-       you replied by sending your QSL card, but it got lost on its way
>to me, or
>it is still on its slow way via         buro
>
>Anyway I am still very pleased to receive a confirmation on the report
>because it might mean a new DXCC, IOTA or PREFIX for me.
>
>Data on the report as follows;
>
>DATE;.....:     March 26 1989
>TIME GMT; :     2011
>FREQ;.....:     21,300
>MODE;.... :     SSB
>RST;    ....:   5.6
>WORKED;.. :     DF1IK/p, K7GEX, AA5CL, OK1KJA your QSO nrs 17331736 in
>WPX
>Contest
>
>DETAILS: Your modulation good, QRN level S1 . NO QRM. At same time here
>nr8y 5.6, ag9s 5.6, wb9iwn 5.5.
>
>MY RX; Kenwood R-1000
>MY  ANT; 30 METER QUAD LOOP AT MAX 33 FEET UP
>
>Additional information; I am 37 years old, married, 2 daughters, working
>as MD  in local hospital. I am SWL since 1982 when I was also operator
>at school club station PI1GOE which was very active on HF  these days.
>My QTH now is 1350 inhabitants village in the east of the Netherlands
>near the DL border. Because of my QRL I moved a couple of times in the
>past decade and I am pretty sure some QSLs sent to me have been lost
>then. It is impossible to find out which, of course.
>
>I hope you are able to reply to this request.
>
>Meanwhile best 73 es good luck to you and yours, also from my family.
>
>Anthonie L Gijzel,
>SWL  NL-8992-R26
>Grachtstraat  13
>7693  PA  Sibculo
>The Netherlands
>Europe
>
>=3D[J u s t  C a l l  D a v i d]=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D
>Computer and Internet Services
>David Johnson
>(817)444-6163
>(817)829-2564 ** note my new mobile number!
>
>david@justcalldavid.com
>www.justcalldavid.com
>
>
>
>_______________________________________________
>TCARC-NTx mailing list
>TCARC-NTx@mailman.qth.net
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---

Love is light no matter in what abode it dwelleth;
and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.
--`Abdu'l-Bah=E1


From tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net  Thu Jul 31 18:34:19 2003
From: tcarc-ntx@mailman.qth.net (David Johnson)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2003 12:34:19 -0500
Subject: [TCARC-NTX] FW: West Gulf Division Convention This Weekend!
Message-ID: <002301c35789$fe1486c0$0100a8c0@KB5YLG>

WEST GULF DIVISION NEWS


DIVISION CONVENTION THIS COMING WEEKEND!

Summerfest in Austin is hosting this year's ARRL West Gulf Division
Convention. We have lots of representation from the ARRL, including
President Jim Haynie, W5JBP, West Gulf Division Director Coy Day, N5OK,
Vice Director David Woolweaver, K5RAV, and many section officers as
well.  Check the complete Summerfest schedule at 
http://www.austinsummerfest.org/


UPDATE ON RETAINING THE MORSE CODE 

The current policy of the ARRL is to support the retention of the
International Morse Code as a testing requirement.  Having said that, at
the July board meeting it was decided that the directors would survey
their members to see what their opinions are now.  Having already done
that, I thought I would share the results with you.  I have received
well over 400 responses to the question of what the ARRL's position
should be.  At this point in time I have 210 that favor keeping the code
and 192 that favor eliminating it.  I have read each and every one of
them and some were quite long.  There was a great deal of logical
thinking in some of the replies and others were filled with emotion.  I
understand that this is a difficult issue.  However, I have decided to
go with the majority and at this point, I will have to cast my vote on
the side of those in favor of keeping the Morse as a test requirement in
some form.


That's it for now.  I'm looking forward to seeing you at Summerfest in
Austin. 

Coy, N5OK

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> -----Original Message-----
> From: ARRL Web site [mailto:memberlist@www.arrl.org] 
> Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2003 9:24 AM
> To: kb5ylg@yahoo.com
> Cc: Subscribed ARRL Members:
> Subject: West Gulf Division Convention This Weekend!
> 
> 
> WEST GULF DIVISION NEWS
> 
> 
> DIVISION CONVENTION THIS COMING WEEKEND!
> 
> Summerfest in Austin is hosting this year's ARRL West Gulf 
> Division Convention. We have lots of representation from the 
> ARRL, including President Jim Haynie, W5JBP, West Gulf 
> Division Director Coy Day, N5OK, Vice Director David 
> Woolweaver, K5RAV, and many section officers as well.  Check 
> the complete Summerfest schedule at 
> http://www.austinsummerfest.org/
> 
> 
> UPDATE ON RETAINING THE MORSE CODE 
> 
> The current policy of the ARRL is to support the retention of 
> the International Morse Code as a testing requirement.  
> Having said that, at the July board meeting it was decided 
> that the directors would survey their members to see what 
> their opinions are now.  Having already done that, I thought 
> I would share the results with you.  I have received well 
> over 400 responses to the question of what the ARRL's 
> position should be.  At this point in time I have 210 that 
> favor keeping the code and 192 that favor eliminating it.  I 
> have read each and every one of them and some were quite 
> long.  There was a great deal of logical thinking in some of 
> the replies and others were filled with emotion.  I 
> understand that this is a difficult issue.  However, I have 
> decided to go with the majority and at this point, I will 
> have to cast my vote on the side of those in favor of keeping 
> the Morse as a test requirement in some form.
> 
> 
> That's it for now.  I'm looking forward to seeing you at 
> Summerfest in Austin. 
> 
> Coy, N5OK
> 
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