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Ham Radio 2.0: Episode 67 - Yaesu FT-891 Review

Posted: 16 Nov 2016 08:51 AM PST
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...review.544565/

http://www.livefromthehamshack.tv/20...-891-hf-radio/

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Yaesus newest HF mobile radio has some cool new features, but leaves out
other options of its predecessors. Lets take a look at the radio unboxing,
menus, and see it used on the air.





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RFinder - The World Wide Repeater Directory kicks BrandMeister up a notch

Posted: 16 Nov 2016 08:10 AM PST
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...-notch.543797/

RFinder - The World Wide Repeater Directory kicks BrandMeister up a notch.
DMR without CodePlugs!

RFinder has worked with the DMR network Brandmeister to create new
usability enhancements. The new dashboard just released includes coverage
maps generated by RFinder using CloudRF technology created by Alex
M6ZUJ......



RFinder - The World Wide Repeater Directory kicks BrandMeister up a notch

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Do you have a plan to become Silent Key?

Posted: 16 Nov 2016 07:38 AM PST
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...nt-key.542669/

No one wants to think about death but it will happen to all of us and most
want know it’s coming until it’s at the door. You should make it as easy on
your family and loved ones as you can by being ready for it.



In the HAM community we call that going Silent Key. All that HAM gear you
have, does your spouse or family know anything about it? How do they get
rid of it? How much is it worth and who to sale it to? Who will disconnect
all that gear and who will take down your antennas? Maybe...



Do you have a plan to become Silent Key?

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ARRL Digital Membership $9.99/6 months

Posted: 15 Nov 2016 07:08 PM PST
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...months.531170/

This is the letter I sent to the ARRL this evening upon thinking about
spending $49 per year for a magazine that I dont really want. I wonder if
Im the only one who feels this way?, or am I way off?

__________________________________________________ __________

Good evening.



I absolutely love the ARRL and how important you folks are for defending
our band and operating privileges, and everything else you do as a
wonderful organization representing the best interests of amateur radio in
the...



ARRL Digital Membership $9.99/6 months

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Ham Talk Live! Episode 40 - Last Man Standing producer John Amodeo, NN6JA

Posted: 15 Nov 2016 03:25 PM PST
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...-nn6ja.544631/

Thursday night at 9 pm Eastern on Ham Talk Live!, tune in at
hamtalklive.com to listen to ABC hit television show Last Man Standing
producer John Amodeo, NN6JA take your calls! John will talk about how ham
radio became part of the show, how to work their station on the set of the
show, and the relationship between media and ham radio. CALL in your with
your questions LIVE during the show at 812-NET-HAM-1 or on Skype at
HamTalkLive. You can also tweet your questions to @hamtalklive.



If you...



Ham Talk Live! Episode 40 - Last Man Standing producer John Amodeo, NN6JA

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HamRadioNow: WSPR on the Pi; HF Remotes - from the TAPR DCC

Posted: 15 Nov 2016 01:52 PM PST
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...pr-dcc.544618/





A pair of talks from the ARRL/TAPR DCC....



HamRadioNow: WSPR on the Pi; HF Remotes - from the TAPR DCC

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17 November: ISS Space Station contact to school in Spain !

Posted: 15 Nov 2016 12:28 PM PST
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...-spain.544612/



17 November an ARISS contact planned for school in Barcelona, Spain



An International Space Station radio contact has been planned for astronaut
Shane Kimbrough KE5HOD with Col·legi Asuncion de Ntra. Sra., Barcelona,
Spain .



The event is scheduled Thursday 17 November 2016 at approximately 08:25
UTC.



This will be a telebridge radio contact, operated by W6SRJ, located in
California, USA.



NON udible in Europe !!! only head this contact in USA !



The...



17 November: ISS Space Station contact to school in Spain !

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100 Watts and a Wi Episode 70

Posted: 15 Nov 2016 12:08 PM PST
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...ode-70.542897/

On this episode, Christian, K0STH files his first complaint with the F.C.C.
Much to the dismay of a few, the QRM conversation makes a return this week.
Should we just turn the dial? Or, should we gather, stand up and exercise
the system? Well talk about it. Plus, a new program takes root. Learn about
Mines on the Air. All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a
Wire.



http://100wattsandawire.com/100-watt...wire/episode70



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100 Watts and a Wi Episode 70