From rhall987 at robhall.org  Fri Jul  1 21:55:32 2016
From: rhall987 at robhall.org (Robert Hall)
Date: Fri, 1 Jul 2016 21:55:32 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Yaesu to present for TMRA - 7:30pm July 13th
Message-ID: <CADXDW4TuCd4eyvn0hDqbOhgQPHRpyjPqZ=qMdTAtu3i9ETFw0A@mail.gmail.com>

I received a call this evening from a Yaesu representative to inform me
that our club has been chosen/selected for an in person presentation at our
July club meeting on July 13th.  This is currently only tentative at the
moment, however, please pass the word.  It should be a good presentation
and meeting to make.  We will plan to have their presentation first
(7:30pm) to work with their schedule, followed by our general business
meeting.

I believe the focus of their presentation will be on the System Fusion
platform (for anyone looking to gain some additional information on Fusion).

Please pass the word.

Regards,
Rob - KV8P

From w8ter at bex.net  Wed Jul  6 06:04:25 2016
From: w8ter at bex.net (Steve Bellner)
Date: Wed, 6 Jul 2016 06:04:25 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] SANDUSKY HOSPITAL RADIO TEST, Today Wednesday,
 06 July 2016 at 1:00 PM
In-Reply-To: <1466946034.10.20784.m10@yahoogroups.com>
References: <1466946034.10.20784.m10@yahoogroups.com>
Message-ID: <9f51b1ad-9fd0-6221-c639-93fcdb37661a@bex.net>


	

	

	

	

	


"SANDUSKY HOSPITAL RADIO TEST" reminder
When
Wednesday, 06 July 2016
01:00 PM to 02:00 PM
(GMT) Greenwich Mean Time - Dublin / Edinburgh / Lisbon / London
Where
147.270 pl 103.5 or 250.3
Notes
   Sandusky County Hospital next test is Wednesday, July 6th at 1 pm. 
Give it a try.
 From
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From joe at joethielen.com  Thu Jul  7 16:26:12 2016
From: joe at joethielen.com (Joe Thielen)
Date: Thu, 7 Jul 2016 16:26:12 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Kenwood D-Star/APRS radio?
Message-ID: <CAM9FSFzUfWaGjbRhPpnjFAuMoH2VxskJd-PtXU2h-GiicqYwpQ@mail.gmail.com>

Well this looks fun:

http://www.va2pv.com/kenwood-d-star-radio

Here is a YouTube video with bad music and bad production but shows some
guy holding it for a long time... :)

https://youtu.be/Q5PqMvLaTGU

Speaking of which, any progress on the TMRA APRS digipeater?

From rhall987 at robhall.org  Fri Jul  8 12:56:20 2016
From: rhall987 at robhall.org (Robert Hall)
Date: Fri, 8 Jul 2016 12:56:20 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Yaesu to present for TMRA - 7:30pm July 13th
In-Reply-To: <CADXDW4TuCd4eyvn0hDqbOhgQPHRpyjPqZ=qMdTAtu3i9ETFw0A@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CADXDW4TuCd4eyvn0hDqbOhgQPHRpyjPqZ=qMdTAtu3i9ETFw0A@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CADXDW4Q9cYnYkwi61YhnhE0MSynj1NyAS8Tz34GhtRoatzFyJg@mail.gmail.com>

Please note that the Yaesu presentation for TMRA has gotten postponed to
our August 10th regular meeting.  Please plan accordingly.  They told me
that we are FIRM for that date, however.  Please spread the word.  :)

Regards,
Rob - KV8P

On Fri, Jul 1, 2016 at 9:55 PM, Robert Hall <rhall987 at robhall.org> wrote:

> I received a call this evening from a Yaesu representative to inform me
> that our club has been chosen/selected for an in person presentation at our
> July club meeting on July 13th.  This is currently only tentative at the
> moment, however, please pass the word.  It should be a good presentation
> and meeting to make.  We will plan to have their presentation first
> (7:30pm) to work with their schedule, followed by our general business
> meeting.
>
> I believe the focus of their presentation will be on the System Fusion
> platform (for anyone looking to gain some additional information on Fusion).
>
> Please pass the word.
>
> Regards,
> Rob - KV8P
>

From w8ter at bex.net  Mon Jul 11 22:17:42 2016
From: w8ter at bex.net (Steve Bellner)
Date: Mon, 11 Jul 2016 22:17:42 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Tips for Public Service Communicators
Message-ID: <40088d80-b65e-d595-2a1e-6c483da64298@bex.net>

Tips for Public Service Communicators

Here is a great set of tips from the St. Louis (Missouri) Metro 
ARES/RACES Group, with the permission and courtesy of EC Steve Wooten, 
KC0QMU, and AEC for Operations Gary Hoffman, KB0H.

  * *Things to avoid saying on the air, Number 1*

"Okay, I'll do it. But it's not actually my job. The guy who's supposed 
to do that is always away from the table doing something else." The 
other operator doesn't want to hear any of that and it ties up the 
frequency. Make a note of your complaints in your log and bring them up 
at the debriefing, but keep them off the air. -- /Gary Ross Hoffman, KB0H/

  * *The value of tactical call signs*

Tactical call signs such as "Shelter 5", "Net Control", and "EOC" are 
descriptive and give immediate information. They can be very useful 
during planned events and during emergencies. Do not, however, forget to 
include your FCC call sign at ten minutes intervals and at the end of 
each contact.

  * *Never alter a message*

Do not alter a message, even to correct a typographical error. What you 
think is right may actually be wrong. Moreover, any change you make 
might subtly alter the meaning of the message. Send or write it exactly 
as you receive it.

  * *Do not use VOX*

VOX stands for voice activated transmitter. VOX devices are handy 
gadgets, but should not be used in an emergency setting. Ambient noise 
might activate the transmitter and tie up the frequency. Also, you do 
not want your casual comments to go out over the air.

  * *You are your own safety officer*

When setting up or operating a station of any size, the very first thing 
on your mind should be, is it safe? Am I going to irradiate anyone with 
RF energy? Could my battery spill acid? Can it fall on anyone's foot? 
Have I created an electrical hazard? Could anyone trip over my feedline 
or get poked in the eye by my antenna? The safety of your station is 
your responsibility. Make sure that it cannot harm you or anyone else. 
-- /KB0H/

  * *Every piece of equipment can break, including you*

We all have limits. Don't overtax yourself during a deployment. Watch 
for signs of fatigue, stress, adverse reactions to the environment and 
so forth. Stop and take a break if you need one. It is better to have a 
silent radio than a fresh casualty. -- /KB0H/

  * *Listen to the Net Controller's instructions*

One of the most common mistakes on regular nets is that operators assume 
that they know what the Net Controller is going to say. They miss the 
Net Controller's instructions and wind up giving inappropriate 
responses. This can be calamitous in an emergency situation. One way to 
develop the habit of paying attention is to write down the key elements 
of what the Net Controller is saying. You might be surprised to find 
that it's not always the same thing. -- /KB0H/

  * *Keep it brief*

Air time is precious, especially when there are numerous operators on 
the same frequency. Refrain from over-explaining things, engaging in 
personal greetings and chats, and anything else that might prevent 
important traffic from getting through. -- /KB0H/

  * *Are you following procedures?*

Operating procedures are developed from many hours of examining what 
went wrong during disasters. Familiarize yourself with the procedures 
and practice them in exercises. Arriving at a disaster scene and trying 
to freestyle it will only cause problems. -- /KB0H/

  * *Check the transceiver for overheating*

Digital modes are great for sending forms, long lists, images and so 
forth. They also use a lot more duty cycles of your transceiver than 
ordinary voice communications. Check to make sure that your rig is not 
overheating. Reduce the transmit power level if your unit feels hot. -- 
/KB0H/

  * *Have fuses handy*

Much of your equipment has one or more fuses. Check each item, make a 
list of the fuses you might need, then put together a small fuse kit. Be 
sure to replace any fuses you wind up using. -- /KB0H/

  * *Yes, you are ready to participate*

Caution is good, but don't let it prevent you from participating and 
volunteering. Everyone makes mistakes on their first try, or first dozen 
tries, and everyone survives them. You will find that most other hams 
will be sympathetic and supportive of your efforts. -- /KB0H/

  * *Don't avoid the exercises*

It's a mistake to ignore an exercise because you are already familiar 
with what it is about. There are always surprises, new elements, and 
things that you've forgotten. Your presence will also help those 
participants who are less familiar with the exercise's concepts. --/KB0H/

  * *Keep learning*

Everything is dynamic, including emergency communications. Procedures 
and techniques that were standard ten years ago are out of date today. 
Never sit back and feel that you've learned everything you'll need to 
know. -- /KB0H/

  * *You brought your radio to the emergency, but will you be able to
    power it?*

Antenna connectors are fairly generic, but what about power connections? 
ARES groups around the country use Anderson Powerpoles as the standard 
power connector on their equipment.

  * *Push THEN Talk*

Pause for a second after keying up your transmitter. It may be slower to 
react than you realize. -- /John Weis, N0UFB/

  * *Maintain a fire extinguisher near your battery charging station*

This applies primarily to larger batteries, but every battery is a 
chemical device and you will be pumping energy into it. Having a fire 
extinguisher handy is a reasonable precaution. -- /Jim Conley, N0OBG/

  * *Mark your equipment*

Be sure that every piece of your equipment is marked with at least your 
name and call sign. After the emergency, you'll want any property you 
left behind to find its way back to you.

  * *It's going to be noisy, so have a set of headphones*

It's always a good idea to have a set of headphones around, but it may 
be an absolute necessity in an emergency. You may be placed in an area 
where other operators are working on different bands, you may be out in 
the open, or you may even be in the middle of a noisy shelter. A headset 
should be a vital part your equipment. You can't communicate if you 
can't hear.

  * *Outdoors isn't indoors*

Even in an urban or suburban setting, working outdoors isn't like 
working indoors. You may have taken your equipment into consideration, 
but don't forget yourself. Think about your allergies, the sun, heat, 
cold, bugs and everything else that might affect you. Treat your outside 
deployment or exercise as if it were a camping trip and prepare for it 
accordingly. --/KB0H/

  * *Think about next time*

During every deployment or exercise, think about the next time. You will 
always find that something is missing, broken, doesn't work as expected, 
wasn't planned for and so forth. Keep a mental record, or better still a 
written one of everything that is wrong. Be sure to look it over 
carefully after the event so you will be better prepared next time. -- 
/KB0H/

  * *Eat*

Do not skip meals just because things are busy. You may not think that 
you need to eat anything, but volunteers have suddenly fainted without 
feeling any early symptoms that something was wrong. At the very least, 
consume an energy bar or a quick snack. --/KB0H/

  * *Is no one responding on the secondary frequency?*

If you have a transceiver capable of handling two frequencies 
simultaneously and no one is responding on that second channel, the 
problem may be as simple as the volume has been turned down. --/KB0H/

See the complete list of excellent tips on the St. Louis Metro 
ARES/RACES <http://stlares.org/trn-emcom-notebook.html>website.


From w8ter at bex.net  Mon Jul 11 22:24:43 2016
From: w8ter at bex.net (Steve Bellner)
Date: Mon, 11 Jul 2016 22:24:43 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Deployment check list
Message-ID: <cac604af-3546-ebd6-ee3e-5820a8184343@bex.net>

You may not need all of these items but use it to remind you of what you 
might need.

Ii would recommend bringing head phones as it can get loud at times.

73,

Steve / W8TER


ARES/RACES RECOMMENDED PERSONAL EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
(from NOVEMBER 1994 K7AAE)

This recommended list represents just about all the items an operator 
may need to have available when deployed for emergency and public  
service activities.  This is only a recommendation. The  operator must 
take whatever they think they may need.

1. ACS/RACES/OES Identification Card.
2. FCC Amateur Radio License.
3. Radio Gear..
       a. Radio(s), HF, VHF, UHF. Mobile & Handheld
     b. Microphone(s)
     c. Headphone(s)
     d. Power Supply(s)
     e. Battery(s)
     f. Antenna(s) w/Mount(s).
     g. Spare Fuses
     h. Coax Patch Cables
     i. Adapters. N, BNC, PL259,  SO239
     j. SWR Bridge(s), HF, VHF, UHF
     k. Extra Coax.
4. Writing Gear.
     a. Pen (s), Pencil (s), Paper.
       b. Clipboard.
       c. Message Forms.
       d. Log Book.
       e. Note Paper.
5. Personal Gear. (Short duration)
       a. Snacks.
       b. Water. (Liquid refreshments)
       c. Throat Lozenges.
       d. Personal Prescription (s).
       e. Aspirin
       f. Extra Prescription Glasses
       g. Flashlight w/batteries
       h. First Aid Kit


From sharpe at buckeye-express.com  Mon Jul 18 09:51:51 2016
From: sharpe at buckeye-express.com (Rick K8RKS)
Date: Mon, 18 Jul 2016 09:51:51 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Help needed!
Message-ID: <9c9372d4-4146-6b52-36f3-f033ff6242d9@buckeye-express.com>

Once again we've been asked to help with the Sylvania events. The 
Sylvania SuperKids (kids triathlon) is Saturday August 6th. The race 
starts at 7:30 AM and we just cover the bike course. Everyone is usually 
done by 10:30. The next day Sunday, August 7th is the Sylvania Triathlon 
which also starts at 7:30 AM. We cover all three events and the course 
closes at 1 PM. Not all the spots start early or last until 1 but some 
do. If you'd like to volunteer or need more information please contact 
me at either k8rks at arrl.net or 419-471-0573. Thanks!

Rick K8RKS
k8rks at arrl.net
419-471-0573


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From w8ter at bex.net  Sat Jul 23 19:01:37 2016
From: w8ter at bex.net (Steve Bellner)
Date: Sat, 23 Jul 2016 19:01:37 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] (NBEMS) Narrow Band Emergency Messaging System
Message-ID: <d33539c3-1e52-1a6e-3003-1030324f8ee3@bex.net>

For those who are interested in Emergency communications including 
learning how to use The National Traffic System which includes passing 
radiograms, I invite you to participate in the TMRA Digital Net (TMRADN)

To get started learning how to use Soundcard digital modes download 
these programs onto your laptop or computer:

?*fldigi*

?*flmsg*

?*flamp*

You can download *_FLDIGI_* for windows or Linux from this web page:

https://sourceforge.net/projects/fldigi/files/fldigi/

You can download *_FLMSG_* and *_FLAMP_* for windows or Linux from this 
web page:

https://sourceforge.net/projects/fldigi/files/?source=navbar

As a side note, these programs are not just for Emcomm but can be used 
for basic amateur radio communications or even for contesting.

Once you have them downloaded install them on your computer or laptop.

View and follow this video:

https://youtu.be/bN2QPZZzkn433:13 min

Even though the video includes using a soundcard interface, you may 
still operate without one.

View and follow these videos:

https://youtu.be/SWZ2vKWSilE?t=1464:44 min

Even though this video talks about calibrating your sound card, you may 
skip that step.

https://youtu.be/KRNQ7sPSmWQ?t=303:30 min

TUNE TO the 147.270 repeater using a pl of 103.5 or 250.3 on Tuesday 
evenings at 8:00 PM to practice using NBEMS.

USEFUL WEB PAGES:

http://www.w1hkj.com/

http://www.arrl.org/nbems

http://w1hkj.com/NBEMS/PublicService.pdf


From w8ter at bex.net  Sat Jul 23 19:26:25 2016
From: w8ter at bex.net (Steve Bellner)
Date: Sat, 23 Jul 2016 19:26:25 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] (NBEMS) Resent with corrections
Message-ID: <82a24a19-0516-de75-2153-51f39b8290c0@bex.net>

For those who are interested in Emergency communications including 
learning how to use The National Traffic System which includes passing 
radiograms, I invite you to participate in the TMRA Digital Net (TMRADN)

To get started learning how to use Soundcard digital modes download 
these programs onto your laptop or computer:

?*fldigi*

?*flmsg*

?*flamp*

You can download *_FLDIGI_* for windows or Linux from this web page:

https://sourceforge.net/projects/fldigi/files/fldigi/

You can download *_FLMSG_* and *_FLAMP_* for windows or Linux from this 
web page:

https://sourceforge.net/projects/fldigi/files/?source=navbar

As a side note, these programs are not just for Emcomm but can be used 
for basic amateur radio communications or even for contesting.

Once you have them downloaded install them on your computer or laptop.

View and follow this video:

https://youtu.be/bN2QPZZzkn4

Even though the video includes using a soundcard interface, you may 
still operate without one.

View and follow these videos:

https://youtu.be/SWZ2vKWSilE?t=146

Even though this video talks about calibrating your sound card, you may 
skip that step.

https://youtu.be/KRNQ7sPSmWQ?t=30

TUNE TO the 147.270 repeater using a pl of 103.5 or 250.3 on Tuesday 
evenings at 8:00 PM to practice using NBEMS and to learn about 
radiograms and the National Traffic System.

USEFUL WEB PAGES:

http://www.w1hkj.com/

http://www.arrl.org/nbems

http://w1hkj.com/NBEMS/PublicService.pdf


From sharpe at buckeye-express.com  Sun Jul 24 16:43:29 2016
From: sharpe at buckeye-express.com (Rick K8RKS)
Date: Sun, 24 Jul 2016 16:43:29 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Help Still Needed!
Message-ID: <a7f915e7-9010-df49-de07-86f532a7f9df@buckeye-express.com>

I'm still looking for quite a few operators for the Sylvania events. The 
Sylvania SuperKids (kids triathlon) is Saturday August 6th. The race 
starts at 7:30 AM and we just cover the bike course. Everyone is usually 
done by 10:30. The next day Sunday, August 7th is the Sylvania Triathlon 
which also starts at 7:30 AM. We cover all three events and the course 
closes at 1 PM. Not all the spots start early or last until 1 but some 
do. Both these events take place in and around Olander Park in Sylvania. 
If you'd like to volunteer or need more information please contact me at 
either k8rks at arrl.net or 419-471-0573. Thanks!

Rick K8RKS
k8rks at arrl.net
419-471-0573



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From w8ter at bex.net  Tue Jul 26 09:58:12 2016
From: w8ter at bex.net (Steve Bellner)
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2016 09:58:12 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Fwd: [Ohio_Communications] (TMRADN) Toledo Mobile Radio
 Association Digital Net, Tuesday, 26 July 2016
In-Reply-To: <1469519703.11.31840.m10@yahoogroups.com>
References: <1469519703.11.31840.m10@yahoogroups.com>
Message-ID: <ddd81026-7626-a87e-68c3-d4861ec73680@bex.net>




	

	

	

	

	


"(TMRADN) Toledo Mobile Radio Association Digital Net" reminder
When
Tuesday, 26 July 2016
08:00 PM to 09:00 PM
(GMT) Greenwich Mean Time - Dublin / Edinburgh / Lisbon / London
Where
We use the 147.270 repeater for the voice portion and 145.555 for the 
digital messaging
Notes
ALL are welcome
 From
EmComm   Calendar

.

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From sharpe at buckeye-express.com  Thu Jul 28 04:28:40 2016
From: sharpe at buckeye-express.com (Rick K8RKS)
Date: Thu, 28 Jul 2016 04:28:40 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Still looking for help!
Message-ID: <c34c59bf-765d-5e88-becd-12ef3fc7f08d@buckeye-express.com>

I'm still looking for quite a few operators for the Sylvania events. The 
Sylvania SuperKids (kids triathlon) is Saturday August 6th. The race 
starts at 7:30 AM and we just cover the bike course. Everyone is usually 
done by 10:30. The next day Sunday, August 7th is the Sylvania Triathlon 
which also starts at 7:30 AM. We cover all three events and the course 
closes at 1 PM. Not all the spots start early or last until 1 but some 
do. Both these events take place in and around Olander Park in Sylvania. 
If you'd like to volunteer or need more information please contact me at 
either k8rks at arrl.net or 419-471-0573. Thanks!

Rick K8RKS
k8rks at arrl.net
419-471-0573



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From w8ter at bex.net  Fri Jul 29 21:42:23 2016
From: w8ter at bex.net (Steve Bellner)
Date: Fri, 29 Jul 2016 21:42:23 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] OHIO QSO Party
Message-ID: <c28f982e-2884-72c9-663c-a6c47c5b652b@bex.net>

The Mad River Radio Club hosts another one: the upcoming Ohio QSO
Party. It will be held August 27, 2016.  Full details, rules, links and
forms are athttp://www.ohqp.org/  For those among us who are not
familiar with the MRRC, it is a regional club of contest enthusiasts
who really enjoy putting counties (and people!) on the air.  You can
check the MRRC web page athttp://www.madriverradioclub.org/.


From sharpe at buckeye-express.com  Sun Jul 31 09:48:49 2016
From: sharpe at buckeye-express.com (Rick K8RKS)
Date: Sun, 31 Jul 2016 09:48:49 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Sylvania Events
Message-ID: <28db2f48-4fa2-e358-6ff3-cbfbb16aaed7@buckeye-express.com>

The event information has been sent to those who volunteered for either 
of the upcoming Sylvania races. If you signed up but did not receive 
anything please contact me right away so I can get you a replacement 
copy. Thanks again to everyone who is helping out!

Rick K8RKS
k8rks at arrl.net
419-471-0573



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