From zburns at zackburns.com  Sun Aug  2 13:21:47 2020
From: zburns at zackburns.com (Zachary Burns)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2020 13:21:47 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] TMRA August 2020 Newsletter has been posted
Message-ID: <349F8791-BC98-4D51-B66B-8189AE921782@zackburns.com>

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The August 2020 TMRA Newsletter has been posted

You can view/download the newsletter here...

http://www.tmrahamradio.org/Newsletters/2020/Aug2020.pdf

Thanks to Bruce - AA8HS and all those that submitted articles.

73

Zack - N8ZAK

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From rhall987 at robhall.org  Mon Aug 10 22:21:37 2020
From: rhall987 at robhall.org (Robert Hall)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2020 22:21:37 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] "NanoVNA" vector network analyzer presentation.
In-Reply-To: <CAD10cxWYXRnLJom6v_=ZE3d5quVCHWGYAyiojAF38LobFzK+QA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAD10cxWkaARsj0M7CtuPDFWpWD0-Lwv+L_AdO8QwpBVDNXmX9w@mail.gmail.com>
	<CAD10cxWYXRnLJom6v_=ZE3d5quVCHWGYAyiojAF38LobFzK+QA@mail.gmail.com>
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Fyi

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From: Don Winsor <don at umich.edu>
Date: Mon, Aug 10, 2020, 8:49 PM
Subject: Re: August 18 presentation on "NanoVNA" vector network analyzer
To: w8um <w8um at umich.edu>


For anyone interested in the NanoVNA presentation I emailed about earlier
today,
Wes (N8QM) gave me a direct link and invited me to share it (so you don't
have to all hammer him with emails):

https://bluejeans.com/5928490149

This is Tuesday August 18.
Informal discussion starting at 6:30 pm,
Formal presentation will start just after 7:00.

Don - AC8TO


On Mon, Aug 10, 2020 at 2:55 PM Don Winsor <don at umich.edu> wrote:

> Hello UM amateur radio club friends,
>
> There will be an online presentation on the NanoVNA, a popular open source
> vector network analyzer project on the evening of August 18.  As some of
> the NanoVNA devices sell for as little as $40, these powerful test
> instruments have become very affordable.  Read on if you are interested.
> Please note that you need to make advanced arrangements to participate;
> details below.
>
> Don - AC8TO
>
> Wes, N8QM, will be giving a presentation on the NanoVNA to the Cascades
> ARC (in Jackson) on Aug 18. Here?s the info:
>
> August 18, 2020 -- Starting at 6:45pm by video conference
>
> Wesley Cardone, N8QM, will be presenting "The NanoVNA: God's Gift to
> Amateur Radio."
>
> God gave us man's best friend, the dog. He also gave a gift designed
> explicitly for the amateur radio operator. It was the nanoVNA which for $50
> does (for amateur purposes) what an antenna analyzer costing upwards of
> $500 does. In this presentation Wes will introduce the nanoVNA, enumerate
> some of what it will do, but only then go into detail on the very
> fundamentals of its operation being careful not to bite off more than the
> typical amateur attendee can chew. The premise of the presentation will be
> that the attendee can understand why the nanoVNA does what it does and
> therefore not end up using it following some mindless cookbook approach.
>
> The public is invited. To receive a video conference invitation please
> email Wes at N8QM at ARRL.NET.
>
> As noted, you must email Wes to get an invitation to the meeting. They use
> BlueJeans.
>
> [thanks to Dan, KB6NU for passing on this information from N8QM]
>
>
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From zburns at zackburns.com  Tue Aug 11 12:27:59 2020
From: zburns at zackburns.com (Zachary Burns)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2020 12:27:59 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] CrowPi2
Message-ID: <CAOxv03zzU9npo1EEodBS-FEDDgXS25sK9mYDrZRBfLXS0Aq20g@mail.gmail.com>

Thought this might be of interest to the group...

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elecrow/crowpi2-steam-education-platformand-raspberry-pi-laptop


-- 
Zack - N8ZAK
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From w8ter at bex.net  Tue Aug 11 13:03:27 2020
From: w8ter at bex.net (Steve Bellner)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2020 13:03:27 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] CrowPi2
In-Reply-To: <CAOxv03zzU9npo1EEodBS-FEDDgXS25sK9mYDrZRBfLXS0Aq20g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAOxv03zzU9npo1EEodBS-FEDDgXS25sK9mYDrZRBfLXS0Aq20g@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <3da9b7ba-2d91-a8d3-fd33-e600ed0b9198@bex.net>

 ??? VERY COOL!!!

Steve/W8TER

On 8/11/2020 12:27 PM, Zachary Burns wrote:
> Thought this might be of interest to the group...
>
> https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elecrow/crowpi2-steam-education-platformand-raspberry-pi-laptop 
> <https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elecrow/crowpi2-steam-education-platformand-raspberry-pi-laptop> 
>
>
> -- 
> Zack - N8ZAK
>
>
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From tmrainformation at gmail.com  Tue Aug 11 14:18:02 2020
From: tmrainformation at gmail.com (Brad Ruhberg)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2020 14:18:02 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Wires x
Message-ID: <EA297921-B631-404E-86AC-9EE56CD7D559@gmail.com>

The summary of this email from Art/K8XG is that the TMRA Wires X Repeater will no longer be able to connect to America Link. Users may move to any room they desire (after assuring that the repeater is not being used locally).  Please always return the Repeater to the room 
it was in prior to your use. 

From Art/K8XG,

TMRA's Wires-X repeater has had problems with America Link and it is not the only repeater to have problems with this. 6 weeks ago Grant who owns and setup America link asked his users to properly leave 2-3 seconds between key ups so others can break in and/or repeater users can spin their repeater to another room.  6 weeks later the main users always talking on the LInk still are quick keying.  

Sunday several waited for over 50 mins while "Jon" and his friends kept quick keying not allowing other to join the conversion and other repeater users to move to different rooms.

At last month's  tech comm meeting, we had discussed the frustration that people were having disconnecting from Americas link. Many times it is so busy with conversations and hardly any, to no good spaces between overs "good practice" that you are not able to get in and move the node or disconnect from the link. We had decided that at least for a time, blocking Americas Link, but allowing users to connect anywhere else they pleased not just or only to the Ohio link. Nothing against Americas link generally, and as everyone knows lots of people like to listen to Americas link but dont intend on talking there, just listen during the day, this makes it very difficult for those who want to make contacts elsewhere. As with any linked repeater, it is general courtesy to put it back where you found it when your done. I believe I have conveyed our thoughts on the subject correctly. This is not necessarily a permanent move but an attempt to satisfy those who want to make contacts, it will likely not be well received by everyone, especially those who just want to listen. 

Of note 443.975 has been hooked via YSF to America Link and you can use that as an alternative for the time being when the owner has it hooked up to America Link. Note at this time you cannot change rooms on 443.975 but this likely will change in the future. 



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From rhall987 at robhall.org  Tue Aug 11 19:19:29 2020
From: rhall987 at robhall.org (Robert Hall)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2020 19:19:29 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] TMRA General Meeting info - 12Aug2020 (7pm) on 147.270
Message-ID: <CADXDW4R5iXW93MX90pM6GrGRkF2Zy7QDhBCoqKX1pOk1bHFmEQ@mail.gmail.com>

Ladies/Gents,
Due to another meeting occurring during the 6pm-7pm hour, we will not be
holding a Pre-Meeting zoom session as we typically do.  However, please do
plan to sign in and join us on zoom during our General Meeting on-the-air
net once again on 147.27 at 7pm.  I will be starting that meeting right at
7pm.

That zoom session info is:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81129368351?pwd=UCtRMUJqTTB4VHJqdk9VOWwwSWZLQT09

Zoom Meeting ID =  811 2936 8351
Zoom Meeting Password = 147270

Each year we also offer a free membership to anyone that paid their dues in
June and July.  This year, my daughter will be drawing a name from a hat
(she also cut out all of the names) during this zoom session live during
the meeting.  Stay tuned to see if you will receive the free 2020/2021
membership.  :)

Rob - KV8P
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From tmrainformation at gmail.com  Wed Aug 12 17:06:45 2020
From: tmrainformation at gmail.com (Brad Ruhberg)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 17:06:45 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] REMINDER TMRA General Meeting info - 12Aug2020 (7pm) on
	147.270
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All
A reminder that tonite at 7pm is the TMRA General Business Meeting for August 2020. 
The meeting will start at 7pm on the 147.270+ 103.5pl repeater. The meeting will also be Zoom-casted, see below for Zoom details.  
> 
> That zoom session info is:
> 
> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81129368351?pwd=UCtRMUJqTTB4VHJqdk9VOWwwSWZLQT09 
> 
> Zoom Meeting ID =  811 2936 8351
> Zoom Meeting Password = 147270
> 
> Each year we also offer a free membership to anyone that paid their dues in June and July.  This year, my daughter will be drawing a name from a hat (she also cut out all of the names) during this zoom session live during the meeting.  Stay tuned to see if you will receive the free 2020/2021 membership.  :)
> 
> 
> ______________________________________________________________
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From tmrainformation at gmail.com  Fri Aug 14 13:46:12 2020
From: tmrainformation at gmail.com (Brad Ruhberg)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2020 13:46:12 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Fox Hunt
Message-ID: <EF78150A-21D7-4878-930F-87EAE4C4DC27@gmail.com>

All

TMRA will have a fox hunt September 16 at 6:30p, with a rain date of September 19 at 1p. Kicks off from Swan Creek Metropark, Airport Highway entrance. This will be an in-park hunt that may or may not require participants to cover some ground. Those who would like to learn this sport can be teamed up with an experienced hunter. For more information contact W8MAL.



From tmrainformation at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 17:30:47 2020
From: tmrainformation at gmail.com (Brad Ruhberg)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2020 17:30:47 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Fwd: Ohio Parks on the Air
References: <CAAADnj1t37W2ntpPnXACSD=TqFh=SDzjMkDkNhcCfy6KwSEwEg@mail.gmail.com>
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> From: Richard King <rnking3360 at gmail.com>
> Date: August 19, 2020 at 4:46:05 PM EDT
> 
> Subject: Ohio Parks on the Air
> 
> ?
> 
> 
> It is that time of the year again to start planning for the upcoming Ohio Parks on the Air.  I have secured the call sign with ARRL.  Also, contacted Maumee Bay State Park and have approval for the use of the Big Field again this year.
> One thing that Maumee Bay State Park did request:  Each Individual to bring their own drink and food.  Each station setup can not have more than 10 people at the stations.
> 
> As I presented at the last General Meeting that each and everyone is invited to come out and enjoy yourself at this special event.   I have been working with the Maumee Bay State Park Rangers to be able to have this event there with the covid19 going on this will require some planning.
> 
> Along with this planning I ask that each of you reach out to me with a response as to who will be attending this special event.  I will need to know who is coming by August 29th.  Please reply back to me at rnking3360 at gmail.com.
> 
> The club has 4 HF radios and 1 power supply that we will be using.  Rob KV8P said that he will loan us 3 power supplies for the radios. 
> 
> We will be in need of some tables and chairs to set up on.  Also, things needed will be coax cable,grounding rod and straps, extension cords.  I do believe at this time that we have available  the following antennas 20, 40.  Also, we will need Bruce to set the club computers up for Ohio Parks on the Air so they can be used for the event.
> 
> Also asking for some band captains.  Ron Hornbeck and Glen Ingersoll I would like for you two to be captains for the 80m as you were last year.
> 
> At this time Mike W8MAL has agreed to be the safety Officer for the event.  I am asking Brad WB8RG and Jim KE8IJU to assist me this year.
> 
> For those not familiar with Ohio Parks on the Air please see below some of the information about the special event.
> 
> Contest Period
> 10 Am - 6pm ET  September 12, 2020
> 
> Modes and Bands
> 80
> 40
> 20
> 15
> 10
> 
> 
> 
> 
> -- Thank you
> and Stay Safe.
> 
> 
> -- 
> "Your Strength Will  Carry You Anywhere"
> 
> Richard King
> 
>   419-806-6871
> 
>    3360 Graham Rd.
> 
>    Risingsun, OH 43457
> 
>  
> 
> 
> 	Virus-free. www.avast.com
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From tmrainformation at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 17:02:22 2020
From: tmrainformation at gmail.com (Brad Ruhberg)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2020 17:02:22 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Ohio State Parks in the Air UPDATE
Message-ID: <703ACA8A-C7F9-4661-996A-976F05BC8735@gmail.com>

All

September 12 is just around the Corner. Your Leadership Team has begun the final planning stages for this Event. 

We need the following items
Shelters
Extension cords
Tables
The TMRA Computers
The 4 TMRA HF Radios (Confirmed)
Tuners
Antennas: 20/40 already supplied 80 and 15/10 still needed
Coax (coax for 40 meter already supplied) 
Grounding 
2 meter to kit


We are going to concentrate on contesting and Educating during this Event. 


Any one that can provide these items please respond to Richard/KE8IJV. Please feel free to add items you may deem necessary and let Richard know what your bringing as I?m sure there?s things have been overlooked.   

IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON ATTENDING (even for a short time) PLEASE CONFIRM WITH Richard/KE8IJV NO LATER THEN AUGUST 29th. 

Richard King
> 
> rnking3360 at gmail.com



Due to Covid 19 certain restrictions will be in place. An update on the COVID-19 protocols for this event will be sent next week. 
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From tmrainformation at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 17:56:16 2020
From: tmrainformation at gmail.com (Brad Ruhberg)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2020 17:56:16 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] 40 Meter Antenna Build
Message-ID: <7A423638-24A0-404E-B176-7D254A6D02C1@gmail.com>

All

What: TMRA Educational Antenna Building, 40 meter inverted V dipole being built from scratch. This Antenna will then be used at Ohio State Parks on the air. We will build, Erect and tune this Antenna. We are also planning on erecting the 20/40 TeePee Antenna (NA1RB) on a new support. If you are untested in learning about building and testing a dipole, or if you are an Elmer willing to coach, we urge you to attend. 

Who:  All TMRA Members are welcome

When:  September 29, 2020

Time: 9 am till 1 pm

Where: Wood County Fairgrounds
             900 West Poe Road 
              Bowling Green Ohio

           (41.3866161, -83.6654582)



There is no rain date scheduled for this event. 
-- 
"Your Strength Will  Carry You Anywhere"

Richard King

  419-806-6871

   3360 Graham Rd.

   Risingsun, OH 43457

 



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From tmrainformation at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 18:56:28 2020
From: tmrainformation at gmail.com (Brad Ruhberg)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2020 18:56:28 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] NWO ARES TRAFFIC NET INFO
Message-ID: <9F3C01DB-DD26-4C82-AC2D-F699DF2C04C6@gmail.com>

All
Please see attached for important Net information. 

ATTN!!!!!

The NW Ohio A.R.E.S. Traffic Net will be meeting on the N8LPQ 146.94 repeater beginning on Tuesday August 25. The alternate frequency will remain on the WJ8E 147.345 repeater and the net will continuing to meet on the alternate frequency on the 15th day each month. For more information contact Colleen N8TNV or Steve KC8IDM.

From tmrainformation at gmail.com  Wed Aug 26 15:57:00 2020
From: tmrainformation at gmail.com (Brad Ruhberg)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2020 15:57:00 -0400
Subject: [TMRA] Antenna Build
Message-ID: <2A33FEC5-4D1E-4587-83D8-F61153CB1CE2@gmail.com>

CORRECTION NOTICE

The other day I forwarded an announcement listing a 40 Meter Antenna Build. 
The DATE of that build was wrong

The actual date is SATURDAY AUGUST 29th 2020

The build is scheduled at 09:00 
Wood County Fairgrounds
900 west Poe Road
Bowling Green Ohio

We will be working in the Field to the right of the Poe Road entrance. 

Here are the Lat/Lon for your GPS
41.386686/-83.665478

Brad/WB8RG