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FOR SALE on Groups.io
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Members of SFARC are welcome to sell ham-related items on this Groups.io. Simply post a New Topic and note the item in the Subject line, followed by a *#FORSALE* Hashtag. Once the product sells, PLEAS
Members of SFARC are welcome to sell ham-related items on this Groups.io. Simply post a New Topic and note the item in the Subject line, followed by a *#FORSALE* Hashtag. Once the product sells, PLEASE remember to DELETE your For Sale Message and any attached photos in the PHOTOS folder. You can find your item by searching for #FORSALE hashtag. *PICTURES* : Rather than fill up the database with pictures of your item, please consider one picture and a note: " Pictures available upon request " ANY ITEMS POSTED FOR 6 MONTHS OR MORE WILL BE DELETED , and you will need to re-post the item(s) if you still wish to sell them. Thank you, Dennis - WU6X Groups Administrator
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BIG SPIN Prizes
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Hear ye, hear ye! Just join us at an online SFARC meeting and you are automatically entered in the *BIG SPIN* that takes place at the end of the meeting. *You must be present to win!* So, hang out unt
Hear ye, hear ye! Just join us at an online SFARC meeting and you are automatically entered in the *BIG SPIN* that takes place at the end of the meeting. *You must be present to win!* So, hang out until the end and you might win one of these valuable prizes. * 4-foot lite tripod with selfie stick * Nylon computer carrying bag. * Microsoft 3500 wireless mouse or keyboard * Microsoft Surface carrying cases * DXEngineering gift certificates But wait, yes, there's more ... to be added each month! Just show up and get a chance to win! Remember, y ou must be present to win. So, come join in the fun ONLINE the 2nd Friday of very month.
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Grounding...and vehicle installs (which I've apparently been doing wrong) 5 messages
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There has been some vehicle install talk lately and everyone has ideas about grounding and bonding. Here is an article that might be useful...and this automotive install diagram. I've had no issues go
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There has been some vehicle install talk lately and everyone has ideas about grounding and bonding. Here is an article that might be useful...and this automotive install diagram. I've had no issues go
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BeCertainn NALCO (Northern Alameda County) Presentation on Amateur Radio Net Control Operations - Link to Video
Following is a link to a video of a one-hour presentation and discussion on March 4, packed full of interesting information about managing and participating in emergency radio Nets, CERT and the Incid
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Following is a link to a video of a one-hour presentation and discussion on March 4, packed full of interesting information about managing and participating in emergency radio Nets, CERT and the Incid
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K9CCO Mobile Project | Operation Overkill 10 messages
#howto
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I mentioned my mobile install on the Coffee Break net this morning (3/3/2021) and thought I'd share the fruits of my labor. :) 73's All, Smitty
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I mentioned my mobile install on the Coffee Break net this morning (3/3/2021) and thought I'd share the fruits of my labor. :) 73's All, Smitty
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Project - Kenwood TS-711A power cord
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The 12v power cord for this radio is obsolete and no longer available. So I sourced parts from various vendors and put the ribbons on it this morning. The 4 pin Molex connector has 0.93 round pins. T-
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The 12v power cord for this radio is obsolete and no longer available. So I sourced parts from various vendors and put the ribbons on it this morning. The 4 pin Molex connector has 0.93 round pins. T-
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SFARC Net - Thu, 03/04/2021
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SFARC Net When: Thursday, 4 March 2021 7:30pm to 8:30pm (GMT-08:00) America/Los Angeles Where: W6EK Repeater - 145.430 -600, PL162.2 Description: Check-in for Club updates from Officers and members, Q
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SFARC Net When: Thursday, 4 March 2021 7:30pm to 8:30pm (GMT-08:00) America/Los Angeles Where: W6EK Repeater - 145.430 -600, PL162.2 Description: Check-in for Club updates from Officers and members, Q
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Instant Pot Recipes 6 messages
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The attached recipe for risotto with broccoli and chicken is excellent, and one of my family's favorites. It was originally published by Pampered Chef for their cooker, but works well in the newer Ins
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The attached recipe for risotto with broccoli and chicken is excellent, and one of my family's favorites. It was originally published by Pampered Chef for their cooker, but works well in the newer Ins
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Fascinating discussion of Baofeng quality 2 messages
This subject pops up like Whacka-a-mole all across the online ham world, but never seems to get any traction at all. Look at the thread below, and you find people voicing strong opinions about Baofeng
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This subject pops up like Whacka-a-mole all across the online ham world, but never seems to get any traction at all. Look at the thread below, and you find people voicing strong opinions about Baofeng
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ARRL International DX Contest (SSB) - Fri, 03/05/2021 4:00pm to Sun, 03/07/2021 4:00pm
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Reminder: ARRL International DX Contest (SSB) When: Friday, 5 March 2021, 4:00pm to Sunday, 7 March 2021, 4:00pm (GMT-08:00) America/Los Angeles View Event Description: Contest Period: Begins 0000 UTC
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Reminder: ARRL International DX Contest (SSB) When: Friday, 5 March 2021, 4:00pm to Sunday, 7 March 2021, 4:00pm (GMT-08:00) America/Los Angeles View Event Description: Contest Period: Begins 0000 UTC
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Elmer Net - Wed, 03/03/2021 7:30pm-8:30pm
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Reminder: Elmer Net When: Wednesday, 3 March 2021, 7:30pm to 8:30pm, (GMT-08:00) America/Los Angeles Where:W6EK Repeater - 145.430 -600, PL162.2 View Event Description: The Elmer Net meets every 1st a
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Reminder: Elmer Net When: Wednesday, 3 March 2021, 7:30pm to 8:30pm, (GMT-08:00) America/Los Angeles Where:W6EK Repeater - 145.430 -600, PL162.2 View Event Description: The Elmer Net meets every 1st a
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SFARC Net - Thu, 03/04/2021 7:30pm-8:30pm
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Reminder: SFARC Net When: Thursday, 4 March 2021, 7:30pm to 8:30pm, (GMT-08:00) America/Los Angeles Where:W6EK Repeater - 145.430 -600, PL162.2 View Event Description: Check-in for Club updates from O
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Reminder: SFARC Net When: Thursday, 4 March 2021, 7:30pm to 8:30pm, (GMT-08:00) America/Los Angeles Where:W6EK Repeater - 145.430 -600, PL162.2 View Event Description: Check-in for Club updates from O
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Sunday afternoon on 20m/FT8 3 messages
In the small world of ham radio have you ever had a chance encounter with someone from out of the area whose path you’ve crossed before? For me, the answer on Sunday afternoon was a remarkable, “yes!”
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In the small world of ham radio have you ever had a chance encounter with someone from out of the area whose path you’ve crossed before? For me, the answer on Sunday afternoon was a remarkable, “yes!”
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New Net Control on Elmer Net (This Wednesday at 7:30)
QST - After starting and trying to run the Elmer Net for years now, I reached out and asked if someone else wanted a chance and bingo .. Two good Candidates!. Starting this Wednesday we will introduce
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QST - After starting and trying to run the Elmer Net for years now, I reached out and asked if someone else wanted a chance and bingo .. Two good Candidates!. Starting this Wednesday we will introduce
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Cheap Yaesu C4 Fusion Radio! 3 messages
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Hello, Anyone needing a low price dual band radio that will also do fusion look here! https://www.vosewu.com/ftm-7250dr-ftm-7250-original-yaesu-dual-band-144-430-mhz-digital-moblie-transceiver-50w?msc
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Hello, Anyone needing a low price dual band radio that will also do fusion look here! https://www.vosewu.com/ftm-7250dr-ftm-7250-original-yaesu-dual-band-144-430-mhz-digital-moblie-transceiver-50w?msc
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MOTA SOTA
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This was on Saturday 2/27/21 from Goat Mountain (about 6,000'). This area is about 95 miles NW of Auburn and north of Clearlake in the eastern Mendocino Forest. There is no cell service at the staging
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This was on Saturday 2/27/21 from Goat Mountain (about 6,000'). This area is about 95 miles NW of Auburn and north of Clearlake in the eastern Mendocino Forest. There is no cell service at the staging
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Nice animated visualization of dipole length vs current distribution, E-field, and lobes
I would have included this in my antenna course if I'd had it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edyFGAT_87o - Jef N5JEF
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I would have included this in my antenna course if I'd had it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edyFGAT_87o - Jef N5JEF
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[AMSAT-BB] ARISS News Release No. 21-14
Hi folks, TOMORROW (Monday) morning! 8:22am our time, 145.800 mhz. One last pass where we are within the footprint. Not quite as good, and a bit earlier in the day. The pass starts here at 8:22am (so
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Hi folks, TOMORROW (Monday) morning! 8:22am our time, 145.800 mhz. One last pass where we are within the footprint. Not quite as good, and a bit earlier in the day. The pass starts here at 8:22am (so
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Talking on a Handy Talkie (HT) 2 messages
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Let me start by say this at least one time, " *An HT is NOT a cell phone!* " I know, it's hard to break the habit. New users of HT's (and some not-so-new users) tend to hold and use an HT like a cell
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Let me start by say this at least one time, " *An HT is NOT a cell phone!* " I know, it's hard to break the habit. New users of HT's (and some not-so-new users) tend to hold and use an HT like a cell
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NanoVNA User's Guide
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One of the better, simpler User Guides that I found, with good menu maps and screen shots. Of course, there are other more in-depth manuals available, and I've attached a translated version of one as
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One of the better, simpler User Guides that I found, with good menu maps and screen shots. Of course, there are other more in-depth manuals available, and I've attached a translated version of one as
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