Re: [BVARC] 2618

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I see the map on the website. Its close to lake charles now. Any idea when it 
might be coming thru sugar land?
So i can help to communicate to family who may want to bring their kids up.


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On May 25, 2024, at 12:59, Donovan Balli via BVARC  wrote:



https://www.cpkcr.com/en/community/final-spike-steam-train/#steam-train-route

About halfway from Shreveport to Beaumont, as of 1 PM.


On 5/25/2024 12:33 PM, Jonathan Guthrie, KA8KPN via BVARC wrote:

I heard it was going to leave Beaumont about 12:50 this afternoon.

On 5/25/24 00:22, Robert Polinski via BVARC wrote:
I hope to have an update in the AM. Last notice I got was it leaves Shreveport 
at noon tomorrow, arrive Kendleton sat evening. Spend all Sunday there and 
leave to Victoria 8 am. The route shows it going thru the Amtrak Depot, witch 
should be late in the afternoon Sat. Robert KD5YVQ

From: BVARC  On Behalf 
Of Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC
Sent: Friday, May 24, 2024 10:34 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] 2618

Any Ham Steam train chasers? What frequency? I’ll monitor 146.940 and UP 
Glidden Sub 160.770 MHZ.
Thanks
Marvin N5RKW
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On May 15, 2024, at 12:25 AM, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) 
mailto:marvin.su...@abc.com>> wrote:
 Thanks Robert!
They built a pretty impressive intermodal facility in Kendleton. Glidden sub 
comms on 160.770.
Marvin
N5RKW
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On May 14, 2024, at 10:52 PM, Robert Polinski via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


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I will keep you informed as the date gets closer. I am a subcontractor for UP 
and they will keep me advised as they enter UP trackage. After it passes thru 
Rosenburg about 2 Miles it enters CPKC trackage. About 15-20 years ago KCS 
bought the Victoria sub from SP (UP). The track  went to Wharton but had been 
removed completely Bare grass, from Wharton to Victoria. KCS re-laid the track 
and now runs that line.  Robert

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Of Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC
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Cc: Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) mailto:marvin.su...@abc.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] 2618

Any idea what time it’ll cross the BRAZOS River at Richmond?
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On May 14, 2024, at 9:58 AM, John Parmalee via BVARC 
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I have seen the KC  on UP tracks in Houston, on  the bridge over I 45,  I think 
they have trackage rights to complete their system.  This is quite a trip they 
have taken.  I remember chasing The Royal Hudson through the mountains from los 
Angeles.  I remember the engineer saying at a stop that we were doing a good 
job of keeping up but their orders on the flat land was 75 and this was in the 
days of 55mph. It was now 5:00 AM and I had worked all night so I went home.  
There should be a lot of good chasing on 59 down south.

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Robert Polinski via BVARC
Sent: Monday, May 13, 2024 6:27 PM
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Cc: Robert Polinski 
mailto:emdhous...@suddenlinkmail.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] 2618

Just note, it has no official stops in Houston as CPKC has no customers or 
track in Houston. Shreveport Is the nearest CPKC track to the east & Rosenburg 
to the west. They use trackage rights to pass thru Houston. I did note they use 
the passenger main thru downtown so they will go thru the Amtrak Depot. They 
may spend the night here but there will not be any train show here. They will 
have to make stops for water, which they select as per the water quality as 
well as access, maybe the depot. When UP 844 past thru, they filled up at the 
Bellaire Blvd. crossing using Bellaire water. Robert


From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of John Parmalee via BVARC
Sent: Monday, May 13, 2024 5:25 PM
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Cc: jparma...@aol.com
Subject: Re: [BVARC] 2618

PLEASE KEEP UP POSTED, WOULS LOVE TO SEE IT.

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of wb5itt via BVARC
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Subject: Re: [BVARC] 2618


It's the 2816

The route map and info is at
Only Texas stop planned so far is Laredo

Chris WB5ITT


Sent via my Samsung Galaxy S10e, an AT 5G Evolution capable smartphone..so 
there! 


 Original message 
From: Robert 

Re: [BVARC] 2 Mtr. base station.

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

If you are only running 5W then your battery will last you a very long time.
The antenna is up over 600 ft so its got excellent coverage across the city.



From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Gary Sitton via BVARC
Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 5:29 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Gary Sitton 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] 2 Mtr. base station.

Chris, I can use only 5w on xmit and get a very low noise repeater connection.  
My antenna is a vertical dipole at 20'.
Gary


On May 17, 2024 3:09:51 PM Chris Medlin via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Hi Gary, What radio are you running in the house? If it's a mobile rig, you 
wont need anything more than low power from the Heights.. it will last you a 
good while... probably 500mA on receive and 2A on xmit (on low power).

Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Gary Sitton via BVARC
Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 2:53 PM
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Cc: Gary Sitton mailto:gasit...@comcast.net>>
Subject: [BVARC] 2 Mtr. base station.

Just tested my repeater connection from the Heights.  I have 100 amp 13 v., 
Lithium-Iron-Phosphate system here.  Cell phone is working but no cable 
internet. We have no power here but are getting by.
Gary K5AMH


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Re: [BVARC] Emergency preparness

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

No guarantee that you will have cell service after an event.
Definitely raises an awareness that we should do a better job of socializing 
what frequencies have the EmComm activities on them… in a more constant manner 
during the off season.

Drops $00.02
73/Chris/AC5CM

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Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 3:32 PM
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Cc: Jeff Greer ; K5BOU ; 
leema...@me.com
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Emergency preparness

...or a mobile phone with a cellular connection...

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> on behalf 
of K5BOU via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 1:18 PM
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Cc: K5BOU mailto:phili...@k5bou.net>>; 
leema...@me.com 
mailto:leema...@me.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Emergency preparness

To check the group.ie you will need power for your router or wifi.







K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont

Houston|Texas|USA|

https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/


On May 17, 2024, at 13:16, Lee Glassman WA5LEE via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


Just for the record, we were tasked by Harris County OEM (TranStar) with 
opening and monitoring an emergency net from around 1930 hours. Originally to 
be on the 147.000 citywide repeater, we learned that the antenna took some 
major damage, and the transmit footprint was seriously degraded.

We then sent an announcement through groups.io to the members of the STX 
District 14 group that we were opening the net on the RoseHill 146.720 
repeater. We ran it last night until 2300, stood down until 0700 today, and we 
are still monitoring it for emergency traffic or damage/power outages, etc..

We have a direct WebEOC line into HC OEM, and all emergency messages get 
instantly routed to them.



So….. Just an FYI, for those of you within range of H-Town, you can always 
check the Groups.io for STXARESD14 for any nets that may be stood up in an 
event..



Be safe out there, folks!



WA5LEE

Lee Glassman, ARRL VE, COM-L, COM-T, AUXCOMM, NREMT #E3525310

Tomball, Texas

https://wa5lee.com

Pronouns: Him/He

HCOHSEM AUXCOMM



From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Cathy Steinberg via BVARC
Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 12:51 PM
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Cc: Cathy Steinberg mailto:cathyksteinb...@mac.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Emergency preparness



Last night a limb fell on some electrical wires behind  a house across the 
street from where my daughter lives in West Houston. There were flashes and 
spark like explosions happening over and over. Two houses were in jeopardy of 
catching fire.



My daughter and several neighbors called 911,311, Centerpoint Energy for over 
an hour and could not get anyone to answer.



When my daughter called me to tell me about it, I got on my radio and nobody 
was available to respond.



I then tried a GMRS channel and there were 2 people monitoring the calls. I 
gave them the address and within 15 minutes a constable and fire department 
showed up. A couple of hours later the trees behind these houses caught on 
fire. Since 911 was still not available I got back on the GMRS channel and they 
got the fire department to come back. In my opinion, the people monitoring this 
channel prevented a house fire and I was extremely grateful.



I just received my technician license in January and got it for emergency 
reasons. It already has paid off well.



I just wanted to share my experience.



Cathy

N0JAB

WSAB 405



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On May 17, 2024, at 12:49 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:



I think it's time for Harris, Fort Bend, Galveston,  Montgomery, and Chambers 
counties to step up and do it again.  David, I thank you for Brazoria country 
leadership. All too often we see severe loss of property and needless loss of 
life from severe weather.



73 ... Scott KD5FBA







On Fri, May 17, 2024, 12:18 PM David Lira 
mailto:k5db...@gmail.com>> wrote:

NWS did a skywarn class in Brazoria county down in Angleton a few weeks ago. It 
was very informative. They're around but they aren't promoted very well.



Regards,

David Lira K5DBL



On Fri, May 17, 2024, 12:10 Scott Medbury via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

It has been years since I have heard of a NWS Skywarn Class which is several 
hours long and VERY informative.  I think that most of us could benefit from a 
refresher or the initial class.



73 and safe at home..

 Scott KD5FBA



On Fri, May 17, 2024, 11:51 AM K5BOU via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

I hope everyone is well. The following email contains my personal observations, 
which unfortunately lean towards a negative aspect.

Yesterday, we encountered the effects of inclement weather. I was curious about 
the response of our dedicated emergency Ham radio Operators, who annually 
invest their 

[BVARC] Preliminary survey - NWS Houston

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Preliminary survey is out from yesterday's storms in Houston from NWS Houston:

Survey reports from severe storms 5/16:
- EF-1 tornado near Cypress (peak winds 110mph).

- Straight-line wind damage in downtown Houston. Winds peaked ~ 100mph.

- Widespread straight-line winds near Baytown/Galena Park area. Wind peaked 
90-100mph.

More updates to come. (via Twitter @NWSHouston)

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Re: [BVARC] 2 Mtr. base station.

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hi Gary, What radio are you running in the house? If it's a mobile rig, you 
wont need anything more than low power from the Heights.. it will last you a 
good while... probably 500mA on receive and 2A on xmit (on low power).

Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Gary Sitton via BVARC
Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 2:53 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Gary Sitton 
Subject: [BVARC] 2 Mtr. base station.

Just tested my repeater connection from the Heights.  I have 100 amp 13 v., 
Lithium-Iron-Phosphate system here.  Cell phone is working but no cable 
internet. We have no power here but are getting by.
Gary K5AMH


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Re: [BVARC] Emergency preparness

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

https://www.weather.gov/hgx/skywarn

At the above link you will find a Skywarn training schedule. I don't normally 
see much activity after April. There is a generic online Skywarn class that I 
believe you can find on this site as well. But it wont be specific to Houston 
weather.

You might also want to contact the WCM Dan Reilly to see if he knows about any 
other ones.

73/Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of David Lira via BVARC
Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 12:19 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: David Lira ; Scott Medbury ; K5BOU 

Subject: Re: [BVARC] Emergency preparness

NWS did a skywarn class in Brazoria county down in Angleton a few weeks ago. It 
was very informative. They're around but they aren't promoted very well.

Regards,
David Lira K5DBL

On Fri, May 17, 2024, 12:10 Scott Medbury via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
It has been years since I have heard of a NWS Skywarn Class which is several 
hours long and VERY informative.  I think that most of us could benefit from a 
refresher or the initial class.

73 and safe at home..
 Scott KD5FBA

On Fri, May 17, 2024, 11:51 AM K5BOU via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
I hope everyone is well. The following email contains my personal observations, 
which unfortunately lean towards a negative aspect.

Yesterday, we encountered the effects of inclement weather. I was curious about 
the response of our dedicated emergency Ham radio Operators, who annually 
invest their time and effort in training for such situations.

I understand during storms, it's crucial to disconnect antennas, either before 
or after the event. I didn't notice any activity on the radio during this time 
eighteen before or after. I tuned in to some net in Alabama and Florida, where 
they were actively discussing and preparing for the weather; Dallas also seemed 
to have a few emergency net in place yesterday.

A week ago, during a "stir crazy net," someone mentioned that during previous 
hurricane events, there was little to no activity from the Ham radio emergency 
group/team.

Here are some questions to consider:

- Should our approach be reactive or proactive?
- When is it appropriate for the Ham radio emergency responders to be activated?
- Are all members of the Emergency Ham radio group in Fort Bend or Harris 
County physically capable of assisting when needed?
- Should we consider collaborating with other Ham radio organizations, such as 
those in Florida, to glean insights from their experiences?

And there could be additional questions to explore.

I don't intend for this to prompt rude or sarcastic responses. Given that we 
are in Houston, and with the upcoming hurricane season predicted to be quite 
active and unique, I've shared a lot of relevant data on my Weather Facebook 
page.

Does BVARC have a dedicated emergency response team to assist communities in 
need?

These are just observations, with safety in mind.








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[BVARC] Different Outage Map

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

If you are unsuccessful accessing the CenterPoint outage map (attm 692,156 
customers out and CenterPoint HQ had windows blown out downtown) then you could 
try https://poweroutage.us to drill down to county level. Better than nothing.

73/Chris/AC5CM


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Re: [BVARC] Dayton Hamvention?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

For those who cannot make the trip to Dayton (or have wondered what it’s like 
there), you can get a bit of the experience Saturday by way of mobile video 
rovers who will be live broadcasting through W5KUB.com (and W5KUB on YouTube).

Tom (W5KUB) has attended Dayton every year for the last 43 years and has 
livestreamed on the internet for over 20 years. This year he isn’t going to 
make the 500-mile trip up (age 76) but has scheduled many volunteers who will 
be sending live video back to his command center in Memphis TN to stream out.

Also, as usual, he will continue to randomly draw for prizes in his live 
chatroom during Saturday, via HamBot, his application that manages all the 
aspects of his prize awardings.

For more detailed information and a list of the prizes can be found here:

hamvention 2024 (ham-tv.com)


73/Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Richard Cary via BVARC
Sent: Friday, May 10, 2024 9:58 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Richard Cary 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Dayton Hamvention?

I will be arriving Wednesday to attend Contest University and then Hamvention 
on Friday and Saturday. I have to fly back Saturday evening.
Rick Cary
K5RBC

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> on behalf 
of Wes Harris via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Sent: Friday, May 10, 2024 6:16 PM
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Cc: Wes Harris mailto:wesloc...@gmail.com>>; Scott Medbury 
mailto:kd5...@gmail.com>>; Rick Hiller 
mailto:rickhille...@gmail.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Dayton Hamvention?

I plan on going.  Hope to see you Rick.

De W5WES
Wes


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On May 10, 2024, at 6:10 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

I wish I could..

73... Scott KD5FBA

On Fri, May 10, 2024, 3:18 PM Rick Hiller via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

Any BVARC'ers going to Dayton Hamvention next week?

Rick  W5RH


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Re: [BVARC] Please explain this end fed antenna

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Ive read about the 64:1 being used on end fed half waves. I personally use a 
49:1. I think its really going to depend on the impedance. If 3200 ohm, use 
64:1. If its 2450 ohm go with the 49:1.


Chris/AC5CM

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On May 8, 2024, at 00:12, Gary Sitton via BVARC  wrote:


I agree on a 49:! Unun for HWEF use. For 1.8 mhz special care should be taken 
in the design.
G.


On May 7, 2024 8:48:02 PM Michael Shanks via BVARC  wrote:

I do believe it would be best to go to a 64 to 1 ballon I believe it’s 64 to 
one I could be wrong rather than the 49 to one for that wire if you got the 
space try it I have
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On May 7, 2024, at 8:24 PM, Michael Shanks  wrote:

If I remember correctly, my NF half wave for 180 was 262 with a 49 one ballon 
about 20 foot to 37 foot up in the air worked well with that much wire in the 
air. You’d be surprised what you can hear.
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On May 6, 2024, at 7:08 PM, Gary Sitton via BVARC  wrote:


Also, if the main portion isn't well above ground, you'll need to make the 
length greater to account for the capacitive effect of the ground itself. L 
configurations are very effective but avoid the inverted V scheme.
G.


On May 6, 2024 12:58:52 PM Gary Sitton via BVARC  wrote:

Clue: HWEF (half wave end fed) so half of160 meters is 80 meters or about 250 
feet!
Gary K5AMH


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Re: [BVARC] Please explain this end fed antenna

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey John.
160M band would be about 259 ft long and because this band has such a low take 
off angle, youd have to get this up pretty high.

Chris/AC5CM


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On May 6, 2024, at 10:45, john Parmalee via BVARC  wrote:

 So Rick, how long should I make these antennas and how long would it be to do 
160?


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On Saturday, April 13, 2024, 9:13 AM, Rick Hiller via BVARC  
wrote:

Yes but a 40 mx half wave wire loads on 40, 20, 15 and 10.An 80 mx half 
wave loads 80 thru 10 including WARC.’s.  Final matching uses the rigs internal 
tuner to bring things down further to an operable SWR.
GL.  W5RH


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On Apr 13, 2024, at 1:48 AM, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC 
 wrote:


Ok you hang the balun on the mast and string the wire to a tree? To work 20 
meters, you’d have a 20 meter wire? Does that sound plausible?
Thanks
Marvin
N5RKW
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On Apr 12, 2024, at 9:10 PM, Mike Knerr via BVARC  wrote:



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Caution: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender 
and know the content is safe.

It is Chinese company.

On Fri, Apr 12, 2024, 8:56 PM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
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On Apr 12, 2024, at 8:06 PM, Rick Hiller via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:



This Message is From an External Sender
Caution: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender 
and know the content is safe.

To me, it sounds like this is written by someone who doesn't understand 
antennas or that English is their second or third language.

It is a typical EFHW descriptionSo who  is the manufacturer or the seller?  
 Sounds commercial, not home brew.

73...Rick  W5RH

On Fri, Apr 12, 2024 at 7:43 PM Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Thank you



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Re: [BVARC] Fwd: Fw: A Heavy Sad Heart

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

My dad (W5KUB) is friends with martin and he told me months ago that Martin had 
been trying to find a buyer. It wasn't public news so i kept it to myself. I 
guess he never found anyone.

Great to hear he's settling down. 80 is pretty old and I don't think he's in 
the best of health. MFJ was a brand I’d grown up always seeing on the desk, 
even before I knew what it was.

At the same time, it’s always sad to see the brands we love being discontinued.

73 chris/ac5cm

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On Apr 25, 2024, at 16:32, Brian Shircliffe via BVARC  wrote:


I wonder why he didn’t sell it off.  Valuable brand names at least.  Could have 
sold it 20 years ago and been retired this whole time.  Oh well.

Brian Shircliffe - 832-452-9868


On Thu, Apr 25, 2024 at 4:29 PM K5BOU via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:




[image001.png]
K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont
Houston|Texas|USA|
https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/
[image002.jpg]

Begin forwarded message:

From: Jeff Greer via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Date: April 25, 2024 at 16:26:45 CDT
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Jeff Greer mailto:gree...@hotmail.com>>
Subject: [BVARC] Fw: A Heavy Sad Heart
Reply-To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>


Looks like MFJ is winding down.

From: MFJ Enterprises Inc. 
mailto:m...@mfjenterprises.com>>
Sent: Thursday, April 25, 2024 4:19 PM
To: Jeff Greer mailto:gree...@hotmail.com>>
Subject: A Heavy Sad Heart

April 25, 2024 Dear fellow hams and friends,
[https://mcusercontent.com/5d1a901ab5566bc2f1072c43e/images/34f9dc68-86dc-4dd5-a0ab-c052145b1e25.jpg]
 

A Heavy Sad Heart
[https://mcusercontent.com/5d1a901ab5566bc2f1072c43e/images/32221cdd-69bc-1bbf-3bf4-ee70f363ee82.jpg]
Dear Fellow Hams and Friends,

April 25, 2024
Dear Fellow Hams and Friends,

   It is with a sad heart as I write this letter.

   As many of you have heard by now, MFJ is ceasing its on-site production in 
Starkville, Mississippi on May 17, 2024.  This is also the same for our sister 
companies’ Ameritron, Hygain, Cushcraft, Mirage and Vectronics.

   Times have changed since I started this business 52 years ago.  Our product 
line grew and grew and prospered.  Covid changed everything in businesses 
including ours.  It was the hardest hit that we have ever had and we never 
fully recovered.

   I turned 80 this year.  I had never really considered retirement but life is 
so short and my time with my family is so precious.

   I want to thank all of our employees who have helped build this company with 
me over the years.  We have many employees who have made MFJ their career for 
10, 20, 30, 40 and more years.

   We are going to continue to sell MFJ products past May 17, 2024.  We have a 
lot of stock on hand. We will continue to offer repair service work for 
out-of-warranty and in-warranty units for the foreseeable future.

   Finally, a special thanks to all of our customers and our dealers who have 
made MFJ a worldwide name and a profitable business for so many years.  You all 
are so much appreciated.


 Sincerely Yours, 73s


Martin F. Jue, K5FLU

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[BVARC] Ham Radio on MSN

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

When I open the Edge Browser (it defaults to MSN) this evening, I noticed the 
top news  story is about ham radio:
What Is Ham Radio: A Newcomer's Guide 
(msn.com)

Its not an exhaustive article, but it does raise awareness to the hobby.

Enjoy
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Re: [BVARC] Seriously!

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Except it wasn't blind. Phillippe sent a known YouTube link with a commonly 
known URL that YouTube uses.. and if you hover over the address, it verifies 
that it was the same address.

Blind links, yes, your comment about blind links is accurate. Practice good 
email hygiene. But this wasn't a good example of that practice.

Unless you are referring to a different link that my mail server scrubbed 
before I received. If that was the case, I apologize for missing it.

73
Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC
Sent: Monday, April 1, 2024 11:21 AM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Rudolph Ackerman ; K5BOU 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Seriously!

I don't click on links sent direct from people I know. I will never click on a 
random link sent over a email forwarding service.

Sending a blind link like this would get you banned from many places.

Rudy Ackerman
KF5QYG


On Monday, April 1, 2024 at 10:59:31 AM CDT, K5BOU via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


Blind link removed







K5BOU-PhilippeBoucaumont

Houston|Texas|USA|

https://mccrarymeadowsweather.com/

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[BVARC] Interesting Changes from NHC

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Changes and additions coming in 2024 from National Hurricane Center.  You might 
like it if you like that sort of thing.

NHC New Products/Updates 2024 
(noaa.gov)


73 Chris
AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

What to talk about:
If I recall correctly from the exam (its been 30 years), you can talk about 
anything as long as its not conducting business, profanity, playing music or 
singing, and politics is frowned upon.. so that leaves a lot that you can talk 
about.



From: gshockxcc 
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2024 10:50 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Chris Medlin ; Dan Donalson 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Okay, I'm going to take some advice I was given this morning and jump in with 
both feet.  LOTS of stupid questions.

  *   Do I need to connect to a repeater to use my hand held?
  *   If so, how do I even do that?  I know there are repeaters out there.  How 
do you find them?
  *   I would love to learn CW, but don't know where to start with that, either.
  *   When listening to experienced operators, what are they talking about?  
What do you discuss on HAM radio?  Don't we need to keep our conversations 
limited to talking about HAM radio, or remarks of a personal nature?  Or did I 
take that too literally?


-Kristan
KI5VVT

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On Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at 10:21 AM, Chris Medlin via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

I will also add…
Http://websdr.org<http://websdr.org/>
No radio required to listen.
Anytime you are in a place where you have some downtime but not at home or not 
where you can turn on an HF radio. Maybe there is torrential thunderstorms in 
your area and your equipment is all disconnected but you want to hear some ham 
radio goodness, you can go to that website and access a radio in any part of 
the world. And based on propagation, you can hear all sorts of interesting 
QSOs. Pick a site that has the bands you want to listen on.
When you select a site, enter your callsign into the box where it asks. Its 
just for the station owner. You can put anything in there but callsign is 
preferred if you have one. Just so the owner knows who is using the site.
Then pick the band you want that is offered on that site. Be sure to select LSB 
(lower side band) for 40m (7MHz), 80m (3.5MHz), or 160m (1.8MHz) or USB (upper 
side band) for 20m (14MHz), 17m (18MHz), 15m (21MHz), 12m (24MHz), or 10m 
(28MHz).
If you find some CW (morse code) you want to listen to, you can change the mode 
to CW to narrow the bandwidth to make the signal much clearer. And dont be 
discouraged if you dont know the code. You can find slow people on all the 
bands if you are interested in learning.
And then find the button to play the audio. Its going to vary based on what 
browser you are using. It will either be an obvious button to click or there 
might be something about html audio. It will be somewhere above the radio 
display interface.

This will expand your listening ability any time you are near a computer (or 
tablet). Sometimes I go to a coffee shop to get some work done and I’ll find a 
websdr site and I’ll put on earphones and use a good ragchewing qso as 
background noise while I work.

Hope this helps to give you some more options for listening to whats out there.
Listening to good operators is an excellent way to learn how to be an excellent 
operator.

73 and welcome to the hobby.
Chris AC5CM
Ex-KB5UMS


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mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

I am in exactly the same situation. We went to the POTA at Brazos Bend state 
park and learned a bit. I'll try to make it to the 4/20 event as well. I need 
to find an Elmer with a high tolerance for frustration to tutor me[Emoji]

Dan Donalson
KI5YXK

On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 08:13:15 AM CDT, gshockxcc via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


First, let me preface my request for help by saying that I am a Mechanical 
Engineer and I still have no idea what is going on. I collect lots of data on 
rotating and fixed equipment, and I understand Control systems just enough to 
be dangerous.

That said, I have had my General license for almost a year, and I still have no 
idea how to operate a ham radio, how to communicate with anyone or find 
channels to communicate on. I freely admit that the amount of time that I spend 
trying to learn is minimal, because of other priorities at the moment. I don’t 
have any friends who are into ham, and I am rarely able to make BVARC functions 
like the POTA.

How in the world do you get started if you don’t know where to begin?  Sorry, I 
am just lost.


-Kristan


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Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I will also add…
Http://websdr.org
No radio required to listen.
Anytime you are in a place where you have some downtime but not at home or not 
where you can turn on an HF radio. Maybe there is torrential thunderstorms in 
your area and your equipment is all disconnected but you want to hear some ham 
radio goodness, you can go to that website and access a radio in any part of 
the world. And based on propagation, you can hear all sorts of interesting 
QSOs. Pick a site that has the bands you want to listen on.
When you select a site, enter your callsign into the box where it asks. Its 
just for the station owner. You can put anything in there but callsign is 
preferred if you have one. Just so the owner knows who is using the site.
Then pick the band you want that is offered on that site. Be sure to select LSB 
(lower side band) for 40m (7MHz), 80m (3.5MHz), or 160m (1.8MHz) or USB (upper 
side band) for 20m (14MHz), 17m (18MHz), 15m (21MHz), 12m (24MHz), or 10m 
(28MHz).
If you find some CW (morse code) you want to listen to, you can change the mode 
to CW to narrow the bandwidth to make the signal much clearer. And dont be 
discouraged if you dont know the code. You can find slow people on all the 
bands if you are interested in learning.
And then find the button to play the audio. Its going to vary based on what 
browser you are using. It will either be an obvious button to click or there 
might be something about html audio. It will be somewhere above the radio 
display interface.

This will expand your listening ability any time you are near a computer (or 
tablet). Sometimes I go to a coffee shop to get some work done and I’ll find a 
websdr site and I’ll put on earphones and use a good ragchewing qso as 
background noise while I work.

Hope this helps to give you some more options for listening to whats out there.
Listening to good operators is an excellent way to learn how to be an excellent 
operator.

73 and welcome to the hobby.
Chris AC5CM
Ex-KB5UMS


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I am in exactly the same situation. We went to the POTA at Brazos Bend state 
park and learned a bit. I'll try to make it to the 4/20 event as well. I need 
to find an Elmer with a high tolerance for frustration to tutor me[Emoji]

Dan Donalson
KI5YXK

On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 08:13:15 AM CDT, gshockxcc via BVARC 
 wrote:


First, let me preface my request for help by saying that I am a Mechanical 
Engineer and I still have no idea what is going on. I collect lots of data on 
rotating and fixed equipment, and I understand Control systems just enough to 
be dangerous.

That said, I have had my General license for almost a year, and I still have no 
idea how to operate a ham radio, how to communicate with anyone or find 
channels to communicate on. I freely admit that the amount of time that I spend 
trying to learn is minimal, because of other priorities at the moment. I don’t 
have any friends who are into ham, and I am rarely able to make BVARC functions 
like the POTA.

How in the world do you get started if you don’t know where to begin?  Sorry, I 
am just lost.


-Kristan


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Re: [BVARC] Unun or balun

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Mike,
Can you provide more information? Horizontal, Vertical, just a piece of wire? 
Where is the feedpoint? If wire, is thar single conductor, ladder line, etc? 
Anything else that might be helpful to let us know what you got.

68 ft is a quarter wave on 80. 

Thanks/73
Chris/AC5CM
 
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> On Mar 14, 2024, at 15:42, Mike Knerr via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> 
> I have acquired a "80 - 10" antenna. It is about 68 feet long. I will connect 
> it to rg8x coax 50 feet.
> Should this setup use a 9:1or a 49:1 unun or aluminum?
> 
> Inquiring minds want to know. 
> 
> Mike Knerr KI5UBL. 73.
> 
> Ps I won't make the meeting tonight. 
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Re: [BVARC] GHHF Tech Talks Attendance, etc.

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Rick, i captured the antenna modeling portion of Stephen W2WF’s 
presentation on video. Its over 40MB but i can work on getting it out of my 
phone sometime soon. 

Chris/AC5CM

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> 
> 
> We had a total of 267 folks sit in on the 10 great talk sessions we had at 
> the GHHF.  ARRL session is always the big draw, along with Riley 
> Hollingsworth's Key Note talk coming in a close second.
> 
> I had the opportunity to be in the D room all day and saw Walter's most 
> excellent presentation on Digital Satellite ops. along with Fast Track Ham's 
> Zoom talk from Michael Burnette on Basic Antenna introduction.  Holy Toledo, 
> this was a tremendous antenna presentation that we should try and get it at a 
> club meeting.
> 
> Unfortunately no presentations were recorded, but I will try to get the PDF's 
> of the various Power Points and have them posted on the BVARC website Tech 
> Page.
> 
> 73...Rick  W5RH
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[BVARC] the phase out of landline phone service

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I heard this story in the news this week.. that landline phones were being 
phased out.. that cellular is king... and even though I haven't had a home 
landline in years, I do know the power of having one in times of 
infrastructural crisis... so this story just adds that extra validation of the 
importance of Ham Radio in the event of infrastructure outage.
When all else fails, Ham Radio.

"Don't let them drop us!" Landline users protest AT copper retirement plan | 
Ars 
Technica

Enjoy!
73
Chris/AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] Stolen 200 ft tower

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Apparently they did it for the potential of copper in the hardline.. or maybe 
they were just into general scrap metal sales. Story said they stole all the 
equipment out of the building too.

Chris

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Mike Knerr via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 10:27 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Mike Knerr 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Stolen 200 ft tower

Was it made out of copper?



On Wed, Feb 7, 2024, 10:13 AM John Parmalee via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
I have got to wonder that no body missed it as it was off thee air.  Google WJLX

I have taken towers down before. If it is a Rohn 25/45 they are hard to get 
apart after the galvanize in the joints bond.

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Chris Medlin via BVARC
Sent: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 9:55 PM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org<mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>
Cc: Chris Medlin mailto:ctmed...@outlook.com>>
Subject: [BVARC] Stolen 200 ft tower

Keep an eye out for your fellow ham and if you see him erect a 200 foot radio 
station communications tower in his yard out of the blue, he may be a suspect.
All joking aside, the lawn crew arrived at the tower site to do some bush hog 
work and discovered the active 200 ft tall tower on site was missing. This was 
in Jasper Alabama.
Definitely News of the Weird. Enjoy!
[cid:image001.jpg@01DA59AE.352771D0]
WJLX owner reports theft of 200-foot radio 
tower<https://www.wvtm13.com/article/wjlx-jasper-radio-tower-theft/46630397>
wvtm13.com<https://www.wvtm13.com/article/wjlx-jasper-radio-tower-theft/46630397>

73
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[BVARC] Stolen 200 ft tower

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Keep an eye out for your fellow ham and if you see him erect a 200 foot radio 
station communications tower in his yard out of the blue, he may be a suspect.
All joking aside, the lawn crew arrived at the tower site to do some bush hog 
work and discovered the active 200 ft tall tower on site was missing. This was 
in Jasper Alabama.
Definitely News of the Weird. Enjoy!

[police-lights-1486058662.jpg]
WJLX owner reports theft of 200-foot radio 
tower
wvtm13.com

73
Chris/AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] Fw: Changes to the POTA Event

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Marc,

I believe many people are not understanding exactly what happened here. This is 
much ado about nothing. Kori (who just happens to hold an elected position at 
BVARC) and Anthony are saying that they are going to continue to host POTA 
events just as they always have but outside the umbrella of “an official BVARC 
event”. They are not restricting anyone from participating or inviting friends. 
They simply are breaking away from the direct funding provided by BVARC.
BVARC is still going to earmark budgeted funds for POTA and anyone who performs 
a POTA function sanctioned by BVARC would be allowed to use those funds.

This has been blown completely out of proportion in my opinion.

Any licensed individual can take a radio to a state park and activate it for 
POTA. The point of POTA is to draw attention to emergency operations and to see 
if they can make contact with people while operating in the field. It can be 
done by clubs or groups or individuals. POTA doesnt care as long as its a 
licensed ham operating in his allocated FCC frequency space and inside the 
confines of a state park.

I urge anyone who has never participated in a POTA activation to go out and see 
what its all about. It’s like a mini-Field Day for as little as one ham for as 
short or long of a time as they want to operate. (Well, technically, they would 
have to make a minimum of 10 contacts to be officially considered “activated” 
by the guidelines of POTA).

Have fun!
73
Chris/AC5CM


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On Feb 5, 2024, at 10:16, M Reiter via BVARC  wrote:


POTA is a Ham radio activity, and just like winter/summer field day and ham 
fest should be ham  club events.  you dont like pota dont come. but why your 
opinion against a ham event should stop me from participating and getting value 
from the club is beyond selfish.  Please sit in you ham shack all day and issue 
opinions about those that like to get our and resolve all the technical issues 
of setting up a station in a public place.
I am offended by your small minds, but then you are offended by mine so we are 
even.
I am sorry the club could not support two people actually providing value to 
the club members.   oops did I just say that out loud and get blocked/cancelled?
Marc. KI5ZHO

On Sat, Feb 3, 2024 at 7:27 PM rockhauler4u46 via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
POTA IS parks on the air



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 Original message 
From: Tom Watson via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Date: 2/3/24 6:18 PM (GMT-06:00)
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: Tom Watson mailto:k5qb@gmail.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Fw: Changes to the POTA Event

What is a POTA?

On Sat, Feb 3, 2024, 3:22 PM Jeffery MacMillian via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Good Afternoon,

My better judgement aside, I decided to chime in on this topic.

First and foremost. I want to thank Anthony and Kori and all the members 
involved in the POTA events. I do think there were some small mistakes made 
along the way, but they were all quick lessons and it all blossomed into a 
wonderful club event.

I do not agree with funding these events, but if it went through the board, we 
should all be OK with it, or run for a position and make a different call. 
Either way, I don't believe the club's charter states any requirement to keep 
anyone happy all the time.

Is POTA tied to BVARC? That is an easy one. NO. The only relation was the 
initiative that was taken to start the event in the first place. POTA stands on 
its own as an organization. Feel free to POTA away.

Change is normal and healthy. Expect it. Get used to it. Embrace it. Please 
stop crying about it on the reflector.  I was raised by a Marine and wwent to 
finishing school in the Navy. I have just become aware that grown men have 
feelings and it weirds me out a bit.

There is some entertainment value to the reflector but most of what I have seen 
is utter nonsense and complaining about things they won't go out of their way 
to resolve. Please read your email aloud or to a loved one before sending. This 
will help you avoid getting hurt feelings, disrespected, or any number of 
misunderstandings that occur on the daily.

A good dose of reality is always good for the soul. Here is an easy to use 
chart to help you keep things lined up.

Perceptions  NOT Reality
Feelings NOT Reality
Options NOT Reality
Third party Gosip  NOT Reality
Reflector Nonsense NOT Reality

POTA is what it is   (Poor Operators needing Technical Assistance)  We all move 
on to a better day.

Have Fun,
Jeff
KC5TT






On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 4:29 PM anthony moro via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Yes it was the disrespect on the leadership level. This is the reason we have 
decided to go back to doing things the way we used to. So I hope to see y'all 
out there in the future.

On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 4:18 PM Eddie Runner via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

So Anthony,  TO MAKE THIS 

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 net tonight

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Marvin, what time tonight?

Chris

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via 
BVARC
Sent: Friday, February 2, 2024 2:50 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] 10-10 net tonight


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Re: [BVARC] POTA MONEY

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Of course they dont.
The funds go toward the next BVARC POTA event.

73
Chris/AC5CM
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On Feb 1, 2024, at 17:00, Eddie Runner via BVARC  wrote:


So Anthony, (Kori, Mike, BOD or anyone interested)

One thing just popped into my mind.
BVARC has been collecting  POTA DONATIONS...

As Terry always reminds our financial folks, if we get donations for something
IT MUST BE USED for that something!!

Do the funds go to KORI and ANTHONY ??

Eddie Runner (NU5K)
BVARC Life Member

On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 04:29:07 PM CST, anthony moro via BVARC 
 wrote:


Yes it was the disrespect on the leadership level.

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Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I agree that in person interaction is better than online. There is nothing 
preventing a group of people from getting together to connect to the zoom 
meeting from a single location. That would create an ideal Hybrid situation to 
allow for those who need extended neurological enhancements to communicate with 
those who may be on the road traveling or have family responsibilities that 
prevent them from spending the extra time traveling. Houston is an hour from 
Houston, and with 350+ members spread wide and far, Zoom allows any of those 
members to attend a meeting with an illness or without the extra burden of 
having to put some pants on to go somewhere.

The hybrid option would create a win-win for all.

Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Eddie Runner via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:12 AM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Eddie Runner 
Subject: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

Just a simple google search says what I already know,  ZooM is LOUSY

 the measures of brain activity showed “increased cross-brain synchrony” and 
higher signal strength levels for in-person interaction.
The researchers note that in-person interaction afford us richer social context 
and better processing of facial expressions than virtual.



Eddie Runner (NU5K)
LIFE MEMBER
Oh here is another :

in-person meetings excel over virtual ones when deepening relationships, 
handling complex discussions, and fostering team building and brainstorming 
sessions. They provide the crucial human touch, non-verbal cues, and immediate 
interaction needed for these aspects of effective communication and 
collaboration.

if you guys wanna fail, I will wait here on the sidelines..
When you are gone, I will arise from your the clubs ashes and MAKE BVARC GREAT 
AGAIN...!!


On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:05:10 PM CST, John Holmes via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:



At present I sit on the KARS BoD and we meet via Zoom, it is more convenient by 
far and just as productive. It’s not a question of laziness it’s a question of 
using modern technology to make life balances work.





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Re: [BVARC] BVARC BoD Meeting

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Purely speculative, one or more board members may prefer to dress down for the 
occasion with their Zoom mullet for the meetings (aka in-person meetings would 
require pants)?

More likely the answer would be that the various board members are spread out 
over the city and Zoom makes it very convenient without 2 hours of round trip 
travel… and allows for anyone of the 350+ members to attend from anywhere in 
the world.

The meetings I have attended, majority of the board had their cameras on, so 
face to face did occur.

Drops $0.02, sarcasm, and 73’s in the bucket.
Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Dwayne Jones via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2024 4:19 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Dwayne Jones 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] BVARC BoD Meeting

Why are you still doing Zoom  for the BOD meetings?  Are yall afraid of meeting 
face to face or are you hiding something?

Dwayne
KB5YTA

On Wed, Jan 31, 2024 at 3:06 PM Jeff Greer via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
All,

The BVARC Board of Directors meeting for February 2024 will be held via Zoom 
(ignore any Skype links that may or may not be present in this 
Hotmail-generated meeting invitation) this Sunday at 5 p.m.  As always, all are 
welcome to attend.  73!


BVARC Admin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: BVARC BoD February 2024
Time: Feb 4, 2024 05:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
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Re: [BVARC] Question about ARRL Qualifying Run..

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Legible hand written copy. Not typed.


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> On Jan 31, 2024, at 16:01, DAVID M GRAY JR via BVARC  wrote:
>
> Does  ARRL   accept a typed copy of the CW  Qualifying Runor must it be 
> hand written?
>
> Thanks ,
>
> DavidK5HEC
> 
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[BVARC] Kit building resource for all

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

All,

Since we have a lot of new hams in the area... and there may be some old timers 
who have never heard of the site either... FAR Circuits.

https://farcircuits.net

FAR Circuits sells very affordable kits with etched boards and all the parts 
for many many projects. They pull them from ham radio magazine articles.. so if 
you have ever read an article on a project build and have ever considered 
building it, this is a great source for the parts and schematics all in one 
place.

Download the catalog, or just use the "find" feature within your browser to 
look for keywords of things you are interested in building.

They have been in business for 35 years.. I used to visit them at their tent at 
Dayton back in the day.

Here is an excerpt from their website:
FAR Circuits is exclusively a manufacturer of Printed Circuit Boards for 
electronic projects that are used by the Amateur Radio and electronic hobby 
enthusiast. We supply boards in any quantity, but are geared toward low volume 
and individual circuit board users. We have been in business for over 35 years, 
and have boards in stock for most of the Ham projects published in QST, QEX, 
ARRL Handbook, the old Ham Radio, 73's, Amateur Radio Today, CQ, WIFB Designer 
Notebooks, Popular Electronics, QRPp, QRP Notebook, Communications Quarterly, 
Electronics Now, and others. FAR Circuits can supply board(s) for projects 
published in other magazines if the artwork is published in the article. The 
Printed Circuit Boards supplied are generally on G10 material, drilled and 
solder coated, and ready to be assembled. We maintain a small inventory of 
Integrated Circuits for some projects - please check the individual project 
listing for availability.

Enjoy and happy building!

73/Chris/AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] FIRST CLASS POSTAGE and More

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

A great reason to stockpile Forever stamps. Pay now, save later. I have a bunch 
of 35 and 37 cent stamps that ive been doubling up for occasional mailings, 
until I run out then I guess I’ll be buying a roll of forever stamps. 

Chris/AC5CM

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> On Jan 21, 2024, at 12:07, Scott Medbury via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> 
> Postal rates increased another 2 cents to 0.68 starting today.
> 
> 73... Scott KD5FBA 
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Re: [BVARC] Need Assistance

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Not always lowest bidder.
Its more likely that the server is running on Windows NT4. (Not a joke)

Chris
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When dealing with government websites, always remember they were built by the 
lowest bidder. LOL

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On Sat, Jan 20, 2024 at 2:49 PM John Denison via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
That is the right link to sign in to manage your license, but its not 
responding now. Probably it will be fixed Monday morning.

73
John Denison
KD5YOU

On 1/20/2024 1:57 PM, rodney martinez via BVARC wrote:
I am trying to download an official copy of my license to submit the State of 
Texas for Vanity License Plates.  But the ULS does not seem to be working when 
I click on "File Online" which manages licenses.  It just circles non-stop.  Am 
I looking in the right link to get a copy?  Any advice is greatly appeciated.

73's
Rod Martinez
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[BVARC] Inventor of NTP protocol dies at 85

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

[david_mills_hero_3-760x380.jpg]
Inventor of NTP protocol that keeps time on billions of devices dies at age 
85
arstechnica.com

73/Chris/AC5CM


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Re: [BVARC] Cw practice???

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

All of this talk about CW practice on the reflector has got me thinking…
Back in my early ham days… we’d just build a cw code oscillator using a 555 
timer, a handful of resistors, and a few caps and build it into an old cigar 
box…
Maybe I should build up a few and give them away at a future meeting. 

I need to dig through my junk box and see what parts I have on hand. 

Thanks for triggering this project idea. 
I’ll try to make some time to do this in the next month or two. 

Chris/AC5CM


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> 
> 
> I built a prototype cw key and would like to practice with it.  Is there an 
> internet site that would allow me to plug the key into the computer with 
> either usb or mic jack ?   My other option is to program a raspberry pi.  
> 
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Re: [BVARC] How many members support BVARC ?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Robert,
When I move to a new city/town, I float around on various repeaters and then I 
typically land on one that has activity. I always join the associated club to 
help fund the rpt. But then nearly a year later everyone tells me that bvarc 
doesn’t “own” the repeater. I grew up with a ham dad who always owned and 
maintained vhf and uhf repeaters and I saw firsthand what it took to keep 
things running. (I was a very young flashlight holder in a very tiny outhouse 
size closet on pallets under the water tower during outages at night.) My 
experience over the years was that a ham club membership just got me annual 
voting rights and a newsletter… but I was pleasantly surprised to discover this 
group is quite active with events and things always happening to keep people 
involved, even though I don’t have time to participate in many.

I’ll continue to be a bvarc member, but I will also be donating separately to 
the repeater fund.   Thanks for all your hard work keeping the proverbial 
wheels from falling off..

Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Robert Polinski via BVARC
Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2024 9:30 PM
To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' 
Cc: Robert Polinski 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] How many members support BVARC ?

Or how bout the repeater users (all repeaters ) not donating to the repeaters!! 
 lol

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Eddie Runner via BVARC
Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2024 9:09 PM
To: David Lira via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>; 
bva...@bvarc.org
Cc: Eddie Runner mailto:eddie.run...@yahoo.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] How many members support BVARC ?

It was me, in an earlier post in this same thread I said..




now, what about the folks that tie up
the repeater and refuse to join BVARC?


It was kind of a joke, and something a few might pick up on..
some folks that are REAL ACTIVE are just not BVARC members (yet)
Even some of the best complainers sometimes are not BVARC members.

Eddie (NU5K)






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Re: [BVARC] Recommendation for noise suppression?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

It definitely IS the responsibility of the neighbor but most do not understand 
the part 15 label on their stuff, it ends up being on us to explain it.


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On Jan 15, 2024, at 19:10, John Denison via BVARC  wrote:

 I would agree that as hams we try to help out neighbors who are causing 
interference to licensed stations, but in the end it is the responsibility of 
the neighbor using a Part 15 device that is causing the interference to find a 
remedy. I know it can be touchy when we want to maintain good relations with 
our neighbors, and I'm sure there is a solution to reduce the interference.

73
John Denison
KD5YOU

On 1/15/2024 6:13 PM, Amal C. Phadke via BVARC wrote:

Thanks Chris! I completely understand. I will at the least politely make my 
neighbor aware of the interference. If there are options like better power 
supply for the lights, filters, etc.  will suggest those too. Any 
recommendations are welcome! If the neighbor doesn't want to do anything then I 
will just have to live with it.

73,

Amal - KT5AC

On 1/15/24 16:33, Chris Medlin wrote:
This is probably not the answer you want to hear, but I have heard of stories 
like this and the answer has always been that the ham talks to the neighbor and 
ends up purchasing an equally good product that serves the same purpose that 
does not cause interference. Or… best case scenario, the ham goes in 50/50 with 
the neighbor on a product that does not cause interference. Find a way to make 
it a win/win situation.
The ham radio community is a friendly diplomatic group.
Back in the day when people were watching analog tv over the air, many hams had 
to educate their neighbors on the use of high pass filters to keep our 
interference out of their tvs. Now with LED lights and cheaply made ballasts in 
lights, we are dealing with interference in our radios.
Good luck and 73.
Chris/AC5CM


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On Jan 14, 2024, at 21:42, Amal Phadke KT5AC via BVARC 
 wrote:


Thanks a bunch for the quick replies. Through a truly bizarre coincidence, I 
can confirm (99.9% certainty) that the RF noise was from my neighbor’s outdoor 
soffit lighting. What happened was, a few minutes after I sent my original 
email about the noise, I went back to my shack to check the radio. Lo and 
behold, the noise was gone. I peeked through my window and saw that my neighbor 
had turned off his soffit lights! That was an unbelievably strange coincidence!

The question now is what should I tell my neighbor to do to stop the 
interference, other than to never turn on the soffit lights  Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Amal – KT5AC

From: David Morefield 
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2024 8:37 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Kori Rahman ; Amal C. Phadke 

Subject: Re: [BVARC] Recommendation for noise suppression?

I had an issue with noise recently and it was caused by the proximity of my 
laptop charging brick to my radio. You may want to start turning things off to 
see if you can eliminate the source of the noise.

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On Sun, Jan 14, 2024 at 7:47 PM Kori Rahman via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
I have only seen something close to this level of interference on 2m and that 
has been from some cheap LiFePo4 charger I got that was charging my 100Ah 
battery. But it was about 25% bars and it was about 30ft from my 2m antenna. It 
does happen a lot with chargers for various batteries like shop tool chargers 
etc.

Sounds like a job for a 2m Yagi and am attenuator. I've got the Yagi but not 
the attenuator.

73,



Kori Rahman, WX5KR
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Cell: (770) 298 8516

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On Sun, Jan 14, 2024 at 7:30 PM Amal C. Phadke via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Folks,



I am hoping someone can give me pointers on suppressing
annoying noise my dual band (2m-70cm) antenna picks up in VHF range. I
suspect it is from my neighbor’s external soffit lighting, but I am not
sure. The receive signal meter fully lights up like seen in the attached
picture. The repeater was idle when I took this picture. It doesn’t happen
on UHF, only VHF and only from dusk to dawn. I hear a lot of static in the
received signal, and I suppose in the transmitted signal as well. Moving the
permanently installed outdoor antenna is not practical and using slip-on
ferrite beads on the coax didn’t help. Has anyone experienced this issue? I
would appreciate any suggestions.



Thanks, and 73,



Amal - KT5AC


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Re: [BVARC] Recommendation for noise suppression?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

This is probably not the answer you want to hear, but I have heard of stories 
like this and the answer has always been that the ham talks to the neighbor and 
ends up purchasing an equally good product that serves the same purpose that 
does not cause interference. Or… best case scenario, the ham goes in 50/50 with 
the neighbor on a product that does not cause interference. Find a way to make 
it a win/win situation.
The ham radio community is a friendly diplomatic group.
Back in the day when people were watching analog tv over the air, many hams had 
to educate their neighbors on the use of high pass filters to keep our 
interference out of their tvs. Now with LED lights and cheaply made ballasts in 
lights, we are dealing with interference in our radios.
Good luck and 73.
Chris/AC5CM


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On Jan 14, 2024, at 21:42, Amal Phadke KT5AC via BVARC  wrote:


Thanks a bunch for the quick replies. Through a truly bizarre coincidence, I 
can confirm (99.9% certainty) that the RF noise was from my neighbor’s outdoor 
soffit lighting. What happened was, a few minutes after I sent my original 
email about the noise, I went back to my shack to check the radio. Lo and 
behold, the noise was gone. I peeked through my window and saw that my neighbor 
had turned off his soffit lights! That was an unbelievably strange coincidence!

The question now is what should I tell my neighbor to do to stop the 
interference, other than to never turn on the soffit lights  Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Amal – KT5AC

From: David Morefield 
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2024 8:37 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Kori Rahman ; Amal C. Phadke 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Recommendation for noise suppression?

I had an issue with noise recently and it was caused by the proximity of my 
laptop charging brick to my radio. You may want to start turning things off to 
see if you can eliminate the source of the noise.

David Morefield

Owner - Fluffyshotme Photography

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On Sun, Jan 14, 2024 at 7:47 PM Kori Rahman via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
I have only seen something close to this level of interference on 2m and that 
has been from some cheap LiFePo4 charger I got that was charging my 100Ah 
battery. But it was about 25% bars and it was about 30ft from my 2m antenna. It 
does happen a lot with chargers for various batteries like shop tool chargers 
etc.

Sounds like a job for a 2m Yagi and am attenuator. I've got the Yagi but not 
the attenuator.

73,



Kori Rahman, WX5KR
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Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee
Cell: (770) 298 8516

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On Sun, Jan 14, 2024 at 7:30 PM Amal C. Phadke via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Folks,



I am hoping someone can give me pointers on suppressing
annoying noise my dual band (2m-70cm) antenna picks up in VHF range. I
suspect it is from my neighbor’s external soffit lighting, but I am not
sure. The receive signal meter fully lights up like seen in the attached
picture. The repeater was idle when I took this picture. It doesn’t happen
on UHF, only VHF and only from dusk to dawn. I hear a lot of static in the
received signal, and I suppose in the transmitted signal as well. Moving the
permanently installed outdoor antenna is not practical and using slip-on
ferrite beads on the coax didn’t help. Has anyone experienced this issue? I
would appreciate any suggestions.



Thanks, and 73,



Amal - KT5AC


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Re: [BVARC] banquet overpriced?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

My comment about Golden Coral was meant to be tongue in cheek and not a serious 
location idea.

Its also my understanding that there is a sizable new population of club 
members over the last year or so (me included due to geographic relocation). 
And with the possibility that some of the older/aging population not being able 
to get out at night, maybe the lower turn out may be from lack of knowledge of 
the event from a core of the membership population who havent been to one of 
the banquets before.
Maybe there was a write up that I missed, and if so, apologies in advance for 
my ignorance. But if not, maybe overall assumptions are there because its an 
annual event that everyone knows about. What is the banquet, what is the dress, 
what can one expect to see there? Are there options for people who want to 
attend but are not eating? How long does it run into the night? For those 
planning to eat, what is the full menu items? And back to the aging members, 
Are there options for people with dietary restrictions?

Maybe these type of things in a FAQ would be helpful to socialize the event and 
make sure that all members are on the same page.

Just dropping my $0.02 of helpful feedback.

73/Chris/AC5CM


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On Jan 11, 2024, at 08:50, Mike Hardwick  wrote:


It is a great place for a meal but the Rosenberg location has been known for a 
not very clean facility.

I checked for another location and the South Loop is currently closed.

I will put it down on the list though.

Thanks for the input.

Mike
N5VCX




On Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 08:45:07 PM CST, Chris Medlin via BVARC 
 wrote:


Golden Coral is a favorite of hams nationwide.
Go to any hamfest anywhere and youll find hams packing the Golden Coral. Super 
cheap and super bland. Thats all ya need right?
But plan accordingly because the Eating Club usually shows up at about 2pm.

73/Chris/AC5CM

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On Jan 10, 2024, at 20:35, Mike Knerr via BVARC  wrote:


Maybe we should make a list of places that could fit our needs.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024, 6:09 PM anthony moro via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Not sure sir. That was the first time I ate there. By the way, the food was 
great.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 4:50 PM Mike Knerr via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Does Cleburne Cafeteria have a banquet room?
That might work.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024, 4:34 PM anthony moro via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Now realize this post was to show what $36 can get you at a good place to eat. 
I got my lunch at Cleburne Cafeteria. I was not able to finish the meal. It's 
enough to feed two. That's what I think a banquet should look like if we are 
going to give $35 for members and $50 for non members to eat.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 4:26 PM Suzanne Runner via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Eddie eats Broccoli and loves it. I believe he does it on purpose because 
broccoli causes him to fart…haha
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On Jan 10, 2024, at 3:06 PM, jerry via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:



  *   Just for informational purposes [Emoji] Broccoli is an amazing vegetable 
with some great benefits:
  *
  *   Author: Cleveland Clinic

  *   Compounds to reduce cancer risk. “Broccoli offers some powerful molecules 
that protect your cells from damage,” says Czerwony. “Some of them even destroy 
cancer cells.”
  *   Nutrients to help manage blood sugar. Both human and lab studies suggest 
compounds in broccoli may help lower blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes.
  *   Ligands to protect your gut. In a nonhuman study, researchers found that 
broccoli can help protect the lining of your small intestine. Compounds found 
in broccoli, called aryl hydrocarbon receptor ligands, help keep small 
intestine cells working well.
  *   Vitamin C to boost immunity. Vitamin C is well-studied as an 
immune-boosting nutrient.


Jerry Dotson
KJ5CPT


On Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 02:46:05 PM CST, Mike Knerr via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


You can keep broccoli, the rest looks good.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024, 2:32 PM Eddie Runner via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

now this is $36.63 worth of food and looks delicious.  big greek salad.   green 
beans. brocoli. country steak ssmothered in onions with potatoes. texas toast.  
big big chocalate cake.

no dry chicken or soggy catfish.



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Re: [BVARC] banquet overpriced?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Golden Coral is a favorite of hams nationwide.
Go to any hamfest anywhere and youll find hams packing the Golden Coral. Super 
cheap and super bland. Thats all ya need right?
But plan accordingly because the Eating Club usually shows up at about 2pm.

73/Chris/AC5CM

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On Jan 10, 2024, at 20:35, Mike Knerr via BVARC  wrote:


Maybe we should make a list of places that could fit our needs.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024, 6:09 PM anthony moro via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Not sure sir. That was the first time I ate there. By the way, the food was 
great.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 4:50 PM Mike Knerr via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Does Cleburne Cafeteria have a banquet room?
That might work.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024, 4:34 PM anthony moro via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Now realize this post was to show what $36 can get you at a good place to eat. 
I got my lunch at Cleburne Cafeteria. I was not able to finish the meal. It's 
enough to feed two. That's what I think a banquet should look like if we are 
going to give $35 for members and $50 for non members to eat.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 4:26 PM Suzanne Runner via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Eddie eats Broccoli and loves it. I believe he does it on purpose because 
broccoli causes him to fart…haha
Sent from my iPhone

On Jan 10, 2024, at 3:06 PM, jerry via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:



  *   Just for informational purposes [Emoji] Broccoli is an amazing vegetable 
with some great benefits:
  *
  *   Author: Cleveland Clinic

  *   Compounds to reduce cancer risk. “Broccoli offers some powerful molecules 
that protect your cells from damage,” says Czerwony. “Some of them even destroy 
cancer cells.”
  *   Nutrients to help manage blood sugar. Both human and lab studies suggest 
compounds in broccoli may help lower blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes.
  *   Ligands to protect your gut. In a nonhuman study, researchers found that 
broccoli can help protect the lining of your small intestine. Compounds found 
in broccoli, called aryl hydrocarbon receptor ligands, help keep small 
intestine cells working well.
  *   Vitamin C to boost immunity. Vitamin C is well-studied as an 
immune-boosting nutrient.


Jerry Dotson
KJ5CPT


On Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 02:46:05 PM CST, Mike Knerr via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


You can keep broccoli, the rest looks good.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2024, 2:32 PM Eddie Runner via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

now this is $36.63 worth of food and looks delicious.  big greek salad.   green 
beans. brocoli. country steak ssmothered in onions with potatoes. texas toast.  
big big chocalate cake.

no dry chicken or soggy catfish.



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Re: [BVARC] Why not to use XYL

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Our abbreviated signals are just shorthand.
CQ is derived from “seek you”
OM is old man. That’s you, Anthony (and me).
YL is “Young Lady”… you got that right. A YL can be licensed or non-licensed. 
When a YL gets married, regardless of License or Non-License, she becomes an 
Ex-YL, or XYL.
Similar to French, if I recall correctly from High School French class (and 
Phillipe can also correct me) Mademoiselle is the young lady whereas Madam is 
the married lady.

XYL is just the wife. Shouldnt be a statement that someone gets offended over.
Of they do, just continue to use the shorthand in CW, where it was likely 
birthed and she will be none the wiser, unless she knows CW, then its likely 
she wont care.

Chris/AC5CM


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On Jan 7, 2024, at 16:04, anthony moro via BVARC  wrote:


So today I was schooled why I shouldn't call a female operator a XYL. So XYL 
means unlicensed female operator, or ones wife that is an operator. Either way 
it seems to me that it is not a good idea to say that to you better half if she 
is an operator. I was given this when I said that.

Young Lady
The term "Young Lady" derives from a Morse code abbreviation, YL, that is used 
to refer to female amateur radio operators, regardless of age. (As male 
operators of any age are addressed as OM or "old man", the non-licensed spouse 
of an OM is often called an XYL.)
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Re: [BVARC] Reference Antenna Modeling Article -- QEX

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Rick, I’m from arkansas so sometimes you gotta type slower… so what youre 
saying is that reading this guys progression of articles will take you from 
zero to hero with the modeling software?
Thats great because ive always wanted to learn how to use and have never found 
(or never looked in the right place) a resource that takes the user from no 
knowledge to usable state.

Thanks!
Chris\AC5CM
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On Dec 15, 2023, at 18:52, Rick Hiller via BVARC  wrote:


If you receive the ARRL periodical publications, and you wish to learn more 
about antenna modeling, you are in luck.  The latest on-line QEX edition has 
yet another "Self Paced Essay" by Eric Nichols, KL7AJ.  QEX Jan/Feb 2024 has 
the 20th Self Paced Essay and its subject is about NEC (the calculating engine 
of the popular antenna modeling programs (MMANA, EZNEC, 4nec2 etc.).  It starts 
at his beginning of NEC use and thru each month's essay it will enlighten you 
on antenna modeling.  Hopefully to the point of you understanding enough and 
taking off and soloing on a few models.

Nichols' "Self Paced Essay" series is all available on-line.  It starts in the 
August/Sept 2020 QEX issue and covers a wide range of electrical and RF 
engineering design topics.  Quite a few that can be linked directly to antenna 
design.  Check them out in each bi-monthly QEX issue.

Eric Nichols is a prolific writer in our ham radio world.  He even appears in 
the July 2020 BVARC Beacon with an article Organic Amateur Radio.  Check it 
out..   
www.bvarc.org/newsletter/202007.pdf

73...Rick  W5RH


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Re: [BVARC] Best source for QSL cards?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Ive been buying QSL cards for many years as I’m now in my 3rd US state since 
getting my license. I dont think theres such an animal as “the best” qsl 
company. Some people print their own. Some go with any number of places.
My most recent one is designed on gigiparts. I think it was the Premium QSL 
cards. It gives you a blank slate and youc can design them exactly like you 
want, front and back.

You could definitely do some sort of graphic where the two QTH’s are on either 
half of the card and they kinda fade into each other in the middle.
Sounds like there may be plenty of people around who would be willing to help 
you out.

73
Chris
AC5CM

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On Dec 10, 2023, at 20:39, Michael Amos via BVARC  wrote:


I have a friend who owns a print shop.  I’ve been trying to get him into the 
QSL card business.  I’ve had him print 2 sets of mine and he does a VERY, VERY 
high quality card at a fair price.  If you know what you want I’m sure their 
design team can set you up with a great card.  If you want, DM me via email and 
I’ll set you up with his contact information.

On a personal note, I feel that the card should say something about you, your 
station, your city, state, or something else you are passionate about.  Give it 
that WOW factor when the other station opens that envelope.  Also, I applaud 
you for keeping up that time old tradition of QSL card exchanges when so many 
have given up the practice. It goes WAY beyond the logbook and speaks volumes 
above the few minutes spent on the QSO.

My card has a flavor of Texas and the west on the front with a local picture on 
the back with some town history as I live in a historic town from the 1850’s.

73
Mike
KG4NDS

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Scott Medbury via BVARC
Sent: Sunday, December 10, 2023 8:19 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Scott Medbury ; mike.williams shopjubilee.com 

Subject: Re: [BVARC] Best source for QSL cards?

I print my own using a freeware program. QSL MAKER and you can customize with 
your own pictures, etc.

73... Scott Medbury KD5FBA

On Sun, Dec 10, 2023, 7:46 PM mike.williams 
shopjubilee.com via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
I need some new QSL cards – and hoping I can get one showing two different 
QTH’s – what is the best source for QSL cards?

’73,
Mike

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Re: [BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey anthony,
It attached to my calendar with no problems.
What error are you getting?

Chris/AC5CM
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On Dec 5, 2023, at 23:34, anthony moro via BVARC  wrote:


Jeff what is the ICS invite that you attached.to your 
email? I used outlook and still cant open it. Please explain.

On Tue, Dec 5, 2023 at 9:37 PM Tom Lenert via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


Tom Lenert
713 443-0705
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On Dec 5, 2023, at 2:34 PM, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
BVARC Board Meeting this Sunday.  As always, all are welcome to attend.  
Meeting is Sunday, 12/10 at 5 p.m.

Via Zoom at 
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Re: [BVARC] ISO artist to draw QSO card Image

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Rudy, that sounds like a pretty cool idea!
I saw that Teresa had a lead for you. Be sure and share the picture when you 
get it done!

73 chris
Ac5cm

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On Dec 4, 2023, at 22:27, Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC  wrote:


Looking for some one with drawing skills to draw a image/cartoon for a QSO 
card.Anyone know of some one that can do something like that?

Thanks
Rudy Ackerman
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[BVARC] Area Dentist Referral

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Its not ham radio related but Ive been in town a little more than a year and I 
cannot find a good referral for a dentist around the sugar land / Missouri city 
area. I don't want a chain.. and I need someone who handles dental anxiety... 
someone who isn't going to upsell me Just a good general cleaning twice a 
year. I want to know if anyone has a dentist that you love.

I don't want to go to my insurance website and throw a dart at the wall.

If the topic needs to be ham radio related, then also tell me what model radio 
you talk on when you are traveling to the dentist that you love.

And to keep from spamming up the reflector, please respond to me directly at 
ctmed...@outlook.com

73 and thanks!

Chris/AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] Wanted 25ft of rg8x or similar coax

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I second ABR. Great place for some quality products.

73
AC5CM
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On Nov 28, 2023, at 12:25, Mike Hardwick via BVARC  wrote:


You can get any type of coax at ABR Industries. Call ahead to make sure they 
have it in stock.

Mike
N5VCX


On Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 12:09:19 PM CST, David Lira via BVARC 
 wrote:


Hi all,

I'm looking for 25+ish feet of rg8x or similar /better lighter weight 50ohm 
coax to complete the run going from my tuner to the antenna. This will allow me 
to go from my mobile setup to a fixed position and back again.

If anyone has some scrap laying around they're willing to let go of I would be 
grateful. If the coax has one or no connectors that's fine, i only need one end 
with a pl259 and the other bare and can attach my own if needed.

I'll come to you or meet wherever.

Also is there some place local that sells decent quality coax? It's a bummer 
trying to get this stuff shipped and I would prefer to shop local when I can.

73,
David Lira - KJ5BGL

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Re: [BVARC] Late Activation

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

He's qrt... they got 303 contacts from 1806-1939 Local

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of mike.williams 
shopjubilee.com via BVARC
Sent: Sunday, November 26, 2023 8:16 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: mike.williams shopjubilee.com 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Late Activation

I don't see you listed on the POTA site, did you QRT?

Mike KK5SC



Sent from my T-Mobile 5G Device



 Original message 
From: anthony moro via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Date: 11/26/23 7:49 PM (GMT-06:00)
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: anthony moro mailto:w5li...@gmail.com>>
Subject: [BVARC] Late Activation

We (W5LIC, and KI5RLZ) are doing a night activation try to catch us if you can. 
We are going to try 7.250 LSB.

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[BVARC] ICOM D-Star Contest

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

ICOM is hosting a D-Star contest.
Details can be found here:


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D-STAR QSO Party 2023 | Event | Icom 
Inc.
icomjapan.com

73/Chris/AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] Fun Friday Roster Stats

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Jeff, thanks for helping me look deeper at my data. I'm pulling the date 
from the "EXPIRE" column of the roster (direct connection to the html table on 
https://bvarc.org/roster.php), but it appears that I was filtering out anything 
that was not a date which caused me to overlook the "LIFE MEMBER". I replaced 
that with "12/31/2123" so that should catch all of them (although tbh I'd love 
to meet anyone in the club who is not going to expire by that date).  I also 
did a search for SK and found those in the Email field. They are all marked as 
Life Members, so that's another thing I have since taken into consideration 
from the list of my unknowns. And finally, I discovered a forgotten filter 
buried pretty deep in there where I hid all the unlisted mailing addresses from 
when I was playing around with the Geo Map features, so I removed that.

I suspect that the web roster is not the official record for membership, but 
rather is there to serve as a lookup directory for fellow members so I'm not 
expecting to have the exact accurate numbers. And my intent here is not to call 
out who ever manages the web directory or to shine light on inconsistencies, 
this was just a fun and benign look at the "most first names" that came out of 
a qso on the repeater a while back, which I allowed to evolve into something 
more using the data that I have.

After learning about the Life Member and SK status and correcting my other 
forgotten filtering, the unofficial numbers from the web roster as of 10/27 are:
96 Life Members which also includes 4 SKs
365 total rows that contain a Name regardless of expiration date
339 that are listed with an expiration date after 10/27/2023 and a table with a 
count per month due is below

[cid:image003.png@01DA0995.C658B3D0]

73/Chris/AC5CM



From: Jeff Greer 
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2023 5:36 PM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Chris Medlin 
Subject: Re: Fun Friday Roster Stats

Fun stats.  Not sure how you're pulling expiration dates, but I count 337 
current (membership expires after today) members.  That includes 96 life 
members, and, sadly, 4 SKs.

-j

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> on behalf 
of Chris Medlin via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2023 5:09 PM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org<mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org> 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: Chris Medlin mailto:ctmed...@outlook.com>>
Subject: [BVARC] Fun Friday Roster Stats


Back in June, No Problem Mike, VCX Mike, and I were talking about all the 
Mike's on the repeater and wondering if that was the highest quantity so that 
spurred me to pull the stats.. So I scraped the web roster and pulled the 
numbers and a few days later and gave them to VCX Mike on the air.  Well since 
then, I cleaned up my query and made a direct (and much cleaner) connection, so 
now I can pull all sorts of fun facts.. Thought I'd share my findings with 
all... this data is as of Oct 27th. It is slightly different from June 16th.



The Top 5 First Names on the BVARC Roster, regardless of membership status:

[cid:image001.png@01DA090B.9F641EC0]



And if you want to count Mike and Michael as one name (18);  John, Jon, and 
Jonathan as one name (15); Dave and David (not applicable here); then I have 
that data too:

[cid:image002.png@01DA090B.9F641EC0]

And then the total count of people is:  338

And the total count of people who have a membership expiration date after 
today: 220





73/Chris/AC5CM



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[BVARC] Fun Friday Roster Stats

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Back in June, No Problem Mike, VCX Mike, and I were talking about all the 
Mike's on the repeater and wondering if that was the highest quantity so that 
spurred me to pull the stats.. So I scraped the web roster and pulled the 
numbers and a few days later and gave them to VCX Mike on the air.  Well since 
then, I cleaned up my query and made a direct (and much cleaner) connection, so 
now I can pull all sorts of fun facts.. Thought I'd share my findings with 
all... this data is as of Oct 27th. It is slightly different from June 16th.

The Top 5 First Names on the BVARC Roster, regardless of membership status:

[cid:image001.png@01DA08F7.85F4FAE0]

And if you want to count Mike and Michael as one name (18);  John, Jon, and 
Jonathan as one name (15); Dave and David (not applicable here); then I have 
that data too:

[cid:image002.png@01DA08F7.85F4FAE0]

And then the total count of people is:  338
And the total count of people who have a membership expiration date after 
today: 220


73/Chris/AC5CM


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[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

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Re: [BVARC] Brews with BVARC this Tuesday!

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I’ll piggy back off of Fox’s email…
Ive been a ham a long time (2/3 of my life) and Ive been affiliated with a lot 
of different clubs. I don’t typically join a club for the social part.. I 
rarely attended meetings. I pay dues to clubs when I use their repeater 
regularly, to financially support the running of all the equipment (my dad 
built and ran repeaters my whole life, so I understand the financial aspect). 
But.. I was in town only a few weeks and I heard on the radio there were some 
hams meeting up at No Label in Katy… and I wanted to meet some people. It was a 
nice night. Rainy.. but a nice night. There were people there (not with our 
group) with their kids and dogs and it looked like a cool place for 
socializing. Of course, the kids were not drinking. There were food vendors and 
it looked like a good open air place. Met some cool people. I missed a few 
other events after that and made a few others. In the few I’ve gone to I 
haven’t seen any problems with anyone. I too expect people to have individual 
responsibility.. the worst decisions Ive seen at these events I have attended 
were people paying hard earned money for green pickle sour beers. Blek!
When I move to a new place I’ve always shied away from the “larger” clubs 
because of all the politics.. but I made some friends here and there’s a lot of 
good people here. And there are things to do that get me and my non-ham wife 
out of the house in my post-covid era remote work lifestyle.  I look at it like 
this… families fight. We have a big family here, 360+ members?
Im probably one of the newest (April).  Hopefully, the fighting gets squelched 
soon… and the ruffled feathers can get smoothed out and we can all get down the 
road…

73/Chris/AC5CM


From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Fox Danger Piacenti via BVARC
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 9:27 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB ; anthony moro 

Cc: Fox Danger Piacenti 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Brews with BVARC this Tuesday!


Hi, all.

I'm a fairly new member of this club, having joined only a month or two ago. I 
went to last month's Brew's with BVARC event as my first intro event to the 
club. Seemed like a fun way to get to know some folks and have a good time.

And it was exactly that. I loved getting to hang with club members and the 
offerings at the bar. I'm a bit confused from some of the correspondence here. 
Has anything actually happened that was a problem at these events or is this a 
lot of speculation about issues that *could* happen? I don't much patience for 
the latter. If it's the former, it's fair to discuss how to address the issue. 
If something happened that evening, it must have happened while I wasn't 
looking or after I left.

I expect club members to be adults. I expect people to make their own 
decisions. I also am quite aware that sometimes people have difficulties with 
addiction and specific substances.

We're a very large club. That leaves room for diversity of events. It also 
means we're more likely to have some members who aren't a good fit for events. 
But if we actually come across a member we discover is behaving irresponsibly 
at these get-togethers, I do expect those running them to intervene. Worrying 
about whose legal responsibility it is comes as a secondary concern (though 
still a concern!): I expect the event runners to address behavior problems and 
let people who can't behave themselves know they aren't allowed back.

I'm telling everyone here as a new club member I found the event fun, I saw no 
irresponsible behavior and I had a great time meeting people and putting some 
faces to callsigns. I suggest anyone who doesn't like events at bars not come, 
and if they have particular concern about a members welfare if they were to 
attend, to let the event runner know about it. From there, we can judge actions.

If anyone had a specific incident at the event that they felt was handled 
poorly and not addressed, I think that's important to bring up here. Otherwise 
I'd suggest people live and let live.

Best,

-Fox, KW6FOX
On 10/10/23 08:59, Eddie Runner via BVARC wrote:
oh i read your email. but i wanted my thoughts to go to the club. not just you.
i usually try to get the membership involved. at least thier brains thinking 
about some of the fun stuff that goes on behind the scenes.

we need a big turnout for the november club elections!   we rarely have more 
than one person running for office.  should be fun.

as far as Brews with bvarc.  months ago i was one of the only ones to speak up 
with my feelings on the subject.

now that others are thinking about it and sharing their thoughts you cant say 
they are causing problems.  they are club members and they are allowed 
(encouraged) to share opinions.

if members sharing their views are considered problems then we should be very 
carefull who we vote for.

Eddie NU5K
Sent from my iphone


On Oct 10, 2023, at 8:10 AM, anthony moro 
 wrote:

As you say to me all the 

Re: [BVARC] Signal noise and suggestion on how to reduce it

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Cool thanks for this info Rick. Up until just a few years ago I have always 
been a die-hard Kenwood guy for HF (TS-120 then TS-570S), now the very popular 
991a, I never would have known this info. And believe it or not, I’ve read 
through the operators manual more than once.

Next time I fire it up, I will definitely have to tweak my RF Gain and see what 
happens.

73/Chris/AC5CM



From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Rick Hiller via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, September 28, 2023 7:52 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Rick Hiller 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Signal noise and suggestion on how to reduce it

On Yaesu radios ensure you pay attention to IPO -- Intercept Point Optimization 
setting.   Also ensure your RF Gain is not  on "13"  (reference to Spinal Tap) 
but more at the point where the S meter is riding the band noise peaks.  Also 
ensure you NB is off or if you need NB for some reason, adjust it to just 
handling the impulse noise and no further.
Sorry it this is a repeat of info, but I have instructed quite a few Yaesu 
users to adjust their radios as they had all controls set to "13".  it quieted 
their receivers down quite a bit.
GL...73...Rick  W5RH

On Wed, Sep 27, 2023 at 7:05 PM Venkata Appala via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
That’s awesome John. Loving the radio. The antenna setup is super fast as well. 
I am done in 5 mins. Just purchased the wolf river coil and hopefully, will 
join the bvarc rag chew soon.
Venkata Appala

> On Sep 27, 2023, at 6:56 PM, John via BVARC 
> mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
>
> Venkata, you and I have the same radio and antenna!
>
> On His Majesty’s Service
> 73 de W1XQ
> Coastwatcher Reenactment
> RANVR
>
>
>> On Sep 27, 2023, at 6:14 PM, Venkata Appala 
>> mailto:pradhan...@gmail.com>> wrote:
>>
>> Hello everyone,
>> Thank you for the quick replies. Sorry, was driving home and couldn’t reply 
>> earlier.
>>
>> About the radials, they are 14ft each copper wires. Thanks for the 
>> suggestion about extending them. Will try to build more in the coming 
>> weekend’s.
>>
>> On the radio, it’s a Yaesu ft710. I am using the dnr but last weekend was 
>> worse. I just went back and took down the antenna to figure out what’s going 
>> on.
>> On the power, I need to look into it this weekend. I am using a surge 
>> protector connected to powerwerx supply. Will try to connect directly and 
>> see if that’s the culprit.
>> About the inverted antenna, I need to explore this option. Should be a good 
>> learning experiment.
>>
>> Venkata Appala
>>
 On Sep 27, 2023, at 6:06 PM, Rick Hiller 
 mailto:rickhille...@gmail.com>> wrote:
>>>
>>> Venkat,
>>> What is ur radio?
>>> Rick. W5RH
>>>
>>> Sent from my i-Thingamajig
>>>
> On Sep 27, 2023, at 5:14 PM, John Pate via BVARC 
> mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

 I am using the same type of antenna. The MFJ 1979. I have mine mounted on 
 my metal fence in the backyard. I do have noise but since I got a new 
 radio, the filter knocks it out and I am able to get good copies on 
 everything. Check things like your power supply and cut the power off in 
 the house and see if the noise drops at all.

 On His Majesty’s Service
 73 de W1XQ
 Coastwatcher Reenactment
 RANVR
 Amateur Radio Lighthouse Society #182


>> On Sep 27, 2023, at 4:49 PM, Nick Creason KE5QY via BVARC 
>> mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
>
> Hi Venkata,
>
> Vertical antennas are noisy because most man-made noise is vertically 
> polarized.   An inverted V on 20 meters with the apex at the top of a 
> 6-foot fence and the ends about a foot above the ground will be quitter 
> and may even give you better coverage.  You can make a fence tip antenna 
> out of a few dollars' worth of wire and have some fun.
>
> I have good luck nation wide with my fence mounted antenna and a hundred 
> wats.  And best of all , my HOA has no idea I'm a ham.
>
> Look up NVIS antennas on the internet.  There is a lot of info on these 
> low wire antennas.
>
> Nick, KE5AY
>
>
>
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On 
> Behalf Of Venkata Appala via BVARC
> Sent: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 4:28 PM
> To: bvarc@bvarc.org
> Cc: Venkata Appala mailto:pradhan...@gmail.com>>
> Subject: [BVARC] Signal noise and suggestion on how to reduce it
>
> Afternoon,
> First of all, thank you for all the responses to my last email about 
> antennas. I have another question related to the same topic and looking 
> off some guidance. I normally setup my hf antenna for weekend use in my 
> backyard. It’s a mfj 1979 17ft vertical. It is mounted on a flag pole rod 
> that I just hammer into the soil close to the backyard fence. I have two 
> sets of 4 radials  in 180 degree pattern since I have a fence on the 
> 

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[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

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Re: [BVARC] 146.940 Repeater

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

This will be a great test for the backup power.

I’ll have the rig on tomorrow..

73/chris

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Sent: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 1:26 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Mike Hardwick ; Eddie Runner 
Subject: [BVARC] 146.940 Repeater

On Wednesday, September 20th, Centerpoint Energy will be doing power line 
maintenance at the 146.940 repeater site. Centerpoint advised the the power 
will be out from 8 am to 2 pm.

The 94 repeater does have back-up battery power but it will only last 
approximately 4 hours. You can tell when the repeater is on battery back-up 
since there will be a beep in the middle of the person that is talking's audio.

The repeater will be left on to test how long it will operate on the batteries. 
If the Stir Crazy net is held, please be aware of the repeater possibly 
shutting in the middle of the NET.

Mike Hardwick
N5VCX





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Re: [BVARC] TQP. CQing

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Rick, how many texas counties did you get on Saturday?

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> On Sep 16, 2023, at 19:02, Rick Hiller via BVARC  wrote:
>
> 
> W5RH.  7.237. CQing.  7:00 pm
> Sent from my i-Thingamajig
>
>> On Sep 16, 2023, at 4:37 PM, Rick Hiller  wrote:
>>
>> W5RH239.5.  Now. 4:35 pm
>>
>> Sent from my i-Thingamajig
>
> 
> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club
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Re: [BVARC] N3FJP Settings for TXQP?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Thanks. The website says the arrl field day app is limited to 20 entries and 
the ACL software is full version but limited to 45 days of use without 
paying/registering.

I get that part. I looked thru all the menus and saw nothing that indicated 
that I needed to configure anything for any particular contest.



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On Sep 15, 2023, at 19:05, Roy Storey via BVARC  wrote:


I use N3FJP ACL software with State QSO Party Programs that I downloaded from 
their website.
The free version is limited to 20 contacts. Consult the instructions on the 
website.

On Fri, Sep 15, 2023 at 5:15 PM Chris Medlin via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
I’m a little late to the party here but I’m curious if there is any initial 
setting I need to tweek on N3FJP Amateur Contact Log software to get it ready 
for TXQP?
Or besides the initial config of my own call and location details, is it ready 
to go “out of the box”?

Thanks
Chris/AC5CM


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[BVARC] N3FJP Settings for TXQP?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I’m a little late to the party here but I’m curious if there is any initial 
setting I need to tweek on N3FJP Amateur Contact Log software to get it ready 
for TXQP?
Or besides the initial config of my own call and location details, is it ready 
to go “out of the box”?

Thanks
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Re: [BVARC] Car battery

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I stay away from Autozone unless its the only thing available. Too bad theres 
not many accessible NAPA Auto Parts stores around this area. Especially in the 
topic of car batteries.

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On Sep 13, 2023, at 20:01, Keith Dutson via BVARC  wrote:


Hold on to your wallet!  Batteries have doubled in price lately.  I bought a 
cheap one at AutoZone and it went bad in less than a year.  No warranty, of 
course.

73, Keith NM5G

On Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 07:56:44 PM CDT, Dwayne Jones via BVARC 
 wrote:


Anyone in the car battery business or have wholesale account somewhere? I need 
a group 65 battery. I can pay cash.

Dwayne
Kb5yta

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[BVARC] FW: ARLB019 Idalia Prompts Amateur Radio Activations

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

FYI

-Original Message-
From: ARRL Web site 
Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:56 AM
To: ctmed...@outlook.com
Subject: ARLB019 Idalia Prompts Amateur Radio Activations

SB QST @ ARL $ARLB019
ARLB019 Idalia Prompts Amateur Radio Activations

ZCZC AG19
QST de W1AW
ARRL Bulletin 19  ARLB019
>From ARRL Headquarters
Newington CT  August 29, 2023
To all radio amateurs

SB QST ARL ARLB019
ARLB019 Idalia Prompts Amateur Radio Activations

Volunteers of ARRL are activating ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia.
The storm, which is forecast to intensify into a hurricane, was tracking from 
the Caribbean into the Gulf of Mexico, between Cancun and the western tip of 
Cuba. Models agreed that it could make landfall on the Florida Gulf Coast as a 
Category 3 hurricane on Wednesday.

In a planning call Monday night with leadership of ARRL Florida sections and 
ARRL Headquarters staff, Section Emergency Coordinator of the ARRL Northern 
Florida Section Arc Thames, W4CPD, shared plans for activation of Amateur Radio 
Emergency Service volunteers within the section. "Beginning at 7:00 a.m. local 
time on Tuesday, August 28, ARES volunteers will begin to staff AUXCOMM 
positions at the State EOC," he said.

The Florida Statewide Amateur Radio Network (SARnet) is the primary emergency 
communications system planned for use. The system is a series of linked UHF 
repeaters that covers the entire state. There are also HF nets planned as a 
backup.

Radio amateurs are asked to yield HF frequencies to emergency nets when they 
are activated.

The Hurricane Watch Net (HWN) was activated Monday afternoon. HWN activated on 
14.325 MHz at 2:00 PM EDT (1800 UTC) and planned to remain active until 11:00 
PM EDT (0300 UTC) or until propagation was lost. HWN then planned to activate 
on 7.268 MHz at 7:00 PM EDT (2300
UTC) and remain active until 11:00 PM EDT (0300 UTC).

HWN Activation Plans for Tuesday, August 29 through Wednesday, August 30:

20-meters: 14.325 MHz at 8:00 AM EDT (1200 UTC) daily until propagation is lost 
at night.

40-meters: 7.268 MHz starting at 7:00 PM EDT (2300 UTC) Tuesday.
HWN will remain active on this frequency throughout the remainder of this event.

"We will suspend operations each morning at 7:30 AM EDT to allow the Waterway 
Radio and Cruising Club Net - WRCC (Waterway Net) to conduct their daily 
morning Net. After the Water Way Net has concluded, generally around 8:30 AM 
ET, we will resume operations,"
wrote net manager Bobby Graves, KB5HAV.

The WX4NHC amateur radio station at the National Hurricane Center also 
activated Monday and plans to be active Tuesday and Wednesday as the storm 
continues towards Florida.

WX4NHC is active on the HWN frequencies but will also utilize the VoIP 
Hurricane Net: IRLP node 9219 / EchoLink WX-TALK Conference node 7203. Details 
can be found at, http://www.voipwx.net/ .

The station is also monitoring WinLink reports sent to, wx4...@winlink.org 
(subject line must contain //WL2K).

WX4NHC asks that radio amateurs please relay any surface reports (weather data, 
flooding, damage) to them by one of the nets or an online hurricane report form 
at, https://w4ehw.fiu.edu/WX-form1.php .

The Hurricane VoIP Net plans to activate on Tuesday. "In addition to reports 
meeting Skywarn criteria, the operators, using Echolink WXTalk conference 
server 7203 and Internet Relay Protocol 9219, will be joined to the Kansas 
Sunflower Network offering Hamshack Hotline 94032, Echolink KC5FM-r, Allstar 
28848, and other modes such as D-Star, Fusion, M17, and P25," wrote Lloyd 
Colston, KC5FM, Public Information Officer for the VoIP net.

ARRL Director of Emergency Management Josh Johnston, KE5MHV, and the ARES 
headquarters staff are staying in frequent touch with members of the ARRL 
Northern Florida Section. Section Manager of the ARRL Southern Florida Section, 
Barry Porter, KB1PA, sent a message to the hams in the lower part of the 
Sunshine State. "Much of the northern part of our state will be facing impacts 
from Idalia, which could be a Category 3 or higher storm. In other words, they 
might be the victims. Since the southern part of Florida will not see much 
severe impact, we should be ready to assist with backup communications and 
welfare messages, if asked," he wrote.

ARRL will provide updates to the situation as it develops. Members in Florida 
are encouraged to monitor local emergency officials and prepare to take action 
to keep themselves safe as the storm moves toward them.

/EX


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Re: [BVARC] Is it ok to list equipment

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hahaha! I love it!

73/Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, August 17, 2023 12:23 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Mike Hardwick ; Rick Fosburgh 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Is it ok to list equipment

Go for it. List away.

If it’s a Icom 706 Mk2G for $50, I’ll take it!
Mike Hardwick
N5VCX


On Aug 17, 2023, at 12:17 PM, Rick Fosburgh via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Hi


I am doing a bit of Marie Kondo in my shack and am wondering if ok to list an 
item here?

Trying to “bring joy” to my space and possibly another ham.  

Thanks

Rick KE5DI


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On Aug 17, 2023, at 11:49, Rick Hiller via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Tnx fer the correction, Gus…..weakening eye site I’m sure.  Hi
RH
Sent from my i-Thingamajig


On Aug 17, 2023, at 9:35 AM, Gus Bernard via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

Rick meant March 2020.  
Gus


On Wed, Aug 16, 2023 at 12:17 AM mike.williams 
shopjubilee.com via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Thanks Rick!

Mike KK5SC



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 Original message 
From: Rick Hiller via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Date: 8/16/23 12:09 AM (GMT-06:00)
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: Rick Hiller mailto:rickhille...@gmail.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] High power EFHW Antenna/ MFJ-1982HP

Mike,

The Radio Hotel  Nov 2016  and May 2020 are about wire for antenna use.  
References are given for more indepth studies, etc.

Go to https://bvarc.org/home/tech-downloads/

GL and 73...Rick  W5RH -- The Radio Hotel

On Tue, Aug 15, 2023 at 5:42 PM Gus Bernard via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
BTW, for antenna wire, see articles by our own Rick Hiller in the technical 
section at www.bvarc.org . I think he's addressed this 
subject.  I like #14 or #12 insulated.  Solid or stranded choice depends on 
your strength and flexibility requirements. Thicker wire gives a slightly 
better bandwidth at the cost of weight.

Gus

On Tue, Aug 15, 2023, 5:30 PM Gus Bernard 
mailto:gneln...@gmail.com>> wrote:
See product design specs, as well as articles, at Balun Designs.Com. use the 
core mix type for the bands you'll operate on.  For high power, double-up on 
size 240 cores.  Youtube "TRX Bench" channel has a great 4-part video series on 
building baluns.

My experience tells me that if I want a long lasting, reliable balun (good 
quality components and workmanship that withstand the elements), it's more cost 
effective to buy off the shelf from Balun Designs or equivalent. (The amount I 
saved wasn't worth the trouble.)  Of course, making my own is fun and 
educational; but I now buy my baluns from Bob.

Gus K5GMB

On Tue, Aug 15, 2023, 10:39 AM mike.williams 
shopjubilee.com via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Time to pick your brains…

I am interested in EFHW antennas for primary use on 20/40/80m – but want to be 
able to run my Worthmore 600w amplifier.
I found a MFJ model - MFJ-1982HP is rated for 800pep
https://mfjenterprises.com/products/mfj-1982hp

This antenna is available in three power ratings:
MFJ-1982LP – 30w
MFJ-1982MP – 300w
MFJ-1982HP – 800w

Anyone have experience with this antenna?



A couple of questions –

  1.  If you have experience with high power (>= 600w) transformers for EFHW 
antennas, what design did you use

 *   Core type and number of cores

*type 53 has a higher curie temp as opposed to type 43

 *   Wire AWG?
 *   I see a number of YouTube videos recommending 56:1 as 49:1

*   Comments?



  1.  What is your recommended wire for the radiation element?

 *   Material –

i. Copper over steel?

   ii. Hard-drawn copper?

  iii. Other

b.AWG?

i. Number of Strands & 
strand count?

c. Jacket material

d. Other?

Your guidance is appreciated!
’73,
Mike KK5SC


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Re: [BVARC] K5WH-117, BLT-117

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Walter, the balloon with my callsign associated on wspr has been up 313 days. 
Launched from Tennessee, it crossed the equator (a very rare occurrence) and 
has been circling the globe down there. 17+ laps.

I hope you can get that kind of longevity. I’m watching/cheering from the 
sidelines.

73
Chris/AC5CM

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On Aug 15, 2023, at 09:55, Walter Holmes via BVARC  wrote:


I love the responses.. they are all great.

Truth be known, just about every component on the trackers we fly today, 
already come from China. We’re just sending them back to them. 

As far as the software/firmware, it’s Open Source, and published on multiple 
publicly accessible github sites.

So that immediately gets around any potential ITAR restrictions that might come 
into play.

Several other trackers are built in Turkey and other places overseas that also 
have been cleared for sending to other countries.

So we’re all good.

Now, that’s not to say that someone couldn’t do something very different and 
risk multiple violations of course, but I think we’re still several years away 
from the IC’s we use in or devices being manufactured in the US, if they ever 
do at all. And if they do, they will STILL be made over there as well, so 
there’s nothing secret about these.

As far as the Mac machines, if anyone can make me a Mac that can come in 
weighing less than 12 grams, I’ll take a thousand of those right now. 

Walter/K5WH

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of M Reiter via BVARC
Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2023 7:51 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: M Reiter 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] K5WH-117, BLT-117

this actually brings up a good point, it is illegal to send devices with very 
current encryption to foreign nations, I know you would not think there is 
anything on a balloon that is privileged but there are many things installed on 
operating systems in the US that are not for export.  I would think some care 
should be used to make sure that a balloon once captured by the Chinese or 
other nation,  would not contain any proprietary software or encryption 
algorithms.
just thinking out loud from a computer security point of view.
marc
KI5ZHO


On Fri, Aug 11, 2023 at 11:26 AM Scott Medbury via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
The Chinese have it and are going to clone. They are going to send in the 
clones.

73 ... Scott KD5FBA

On Fri, Aug 11, 2023, 9:32 AM Craig Coussens via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Thank you Walter, that was a fascinating flight! Craig/K8CPC

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Walter Holmes via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, August 10, 2023 9:32 PM
To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: walt...@k5wh.net
Subject: [BVARC] K5WH-117, BLT-117

Quick Update……

After several weeks of flight from the BVARC Field Day site, it appears we 
haven’t heard from the balloon in over a week now, so it’s probably down for 
the count.

It was certainly a very interesting flight with all the backwards trips it was 
making. 

As we close the books on this one, we are already testing more trackers as I 
type, as well as testing a NEW tracking/reporting application script for 
extracting and propagating the information into all the formal reporting sites.

So much more to come. Below is a snapshot of the full flight.

Many thanks for allowing the South Texas Balloon Launch Team participate in 
Field Day with you guys.

All the best,
Walter/K5WH



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Re: [BVARC] TOMORROW: Brews with BVARC

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Kori,
The Red Robin in League City next to Baybrook Mall has a 15-20 size Rubics 
Cube. I was there last month but didnt snap a pic of it or I would attach. I 
bet they would let you solve it while you wait for your burger.

Chris/AC5CM

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On Aug 10, 2023, at 00:47, Kori Rahman via BVARC  wrote:


Rod,

I just wanted to second what Jeff said. There are many websites that give you 
basic algorithms. I think that solving the first layer can be pretty intuitive 
and you should shoot for that goal. The second layer is more complex, and 
taking a look at algorithms for that you can quickly understand them. After 
that, it's going to be a heck of a lot easier to memorize the algorithms and 
figure it out in an intuitive way later. I take about a minute for the standard 
cube, the best I've done is about 30 seconds (with a ton of luck). But there 
are many more shortcuts and so on to learn and I have been looking into a few 
myself. Take a look at the sites Jeff sent and practice with them. One thing 
that I found helped was to pop off one of the edge pieces and add a dab of 
petroleum jelly inside the cube(helps you move it smoother and faster). After 
that, moving up to a "speed cube" shaves a few seconds off. Once you get the 
3x3x3 down, you just need a couple more algorithms and you can do a 4x4x4, 
after that most bigger ones are not too hard to figure out (just tedious). I'm 
currently working on a 7x7x7. Still got a few things to learn, but I've solved 
it in a few hours. 1.5 hours on my second try. Practice and develop muscle 
memory, you'll get it.

73!


Kori Rahman, WX5KR
Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club

Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee
Cell: (770) 298 8516

kori...@gmail.com



On Wed, Aug 9, 2023 at 6:55 PM rodney martinez via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Kori,

Rod Martinez here from VE testing.  Wife Tina (General Class KG5VPB) and I are 
barely able to get 2 faces on our Rubiks Cubes.  You make it look boring at 
last testing.  Do you have any advice, or website we may visit to get past this 
elementary level?

Thx Buddy!
73,
Rod Martinez
NK5Q

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mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:

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[BVARC] August meeting zoom link

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I checked my email history, the newsletter, and the bvarc website and I don't 
see a zoom link for the general meeting. Is it available yet to share? Maybe I 
jumped the gun by asking for it 29 hours early.:-/


Thanks
Chris AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] HF antenna and coax

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Firstly, welcome to the hobby.

Secondly, I dont know anything about this antenna except for what I just read 
on dx engineering. But 17ft is quarter wave on 20m.

Maybe someone can give you better info on the antenna…
I can say, if you are wanting to setup when you want to run hf and then tear 
down when youre done, thats exactly what i did for the 3 years i was in austin 
(prior to my move to houston in 2022). I had 100 ft of RG8U and i just ran it 
thru my townhouse and out the door (the door closes over it fine) to my antenna 
and when I was done, I disconnected and rolled my coax back up and never had a 
problem.

If youre running 50-100 ft, I dont see a reason why youd need to spend the 
extra money on the LMR coax. The loss is negligible, if any.

Good luck.
73/Chris/AC5CM

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On Aug 6, 2023, at 20:21, Venkata Appala via BVARC  wrote:

 Hello all,
I am working on setting up a temporary HF antenna that I can setup or take down 
when not in use. For this, I am exploring MFJ 1979 telescope antenna. I am not 
sure if this is the right choice yet. My idea was to use some mount(yet to 
figure this out) in the backyard, run the cable inside the home when I want to 
use HF. In addition, when I am visiting some park, planning to mount if using 
some mag mount. I don’t have much of a backyard and wanted to see if this 
antenna can be used at home and when I am visiting places. With this info, I 
have few questions. Please bear with me as I am absolutely new to Ham and might 
ask dumb questions. While reading, one thing I realized is that, the antenna 
depends on the bands I wish to use. Well, at the moment, I want to start with 
something that can get me on air for commonly used frequencies where I can 
listen in and learn how to use the radio. At the  moment, all I have is a HF 
transceiver with builtin tuner.

1) Is 1979 a good antenna? It appears it is around $70 and I am assuming this 
can get me started without breaking any bank.
2) Coax…looking at the options, this seems like a candy store and I can’t 
figure out which one. I am guessing something around 50 ft in length might work 
and my limited research shows LMR 240 might be good option. Is this true or 
should I find a better alternative?
3) Any suggestions on mounts for the antenna that I can use in the backyard?

Ps: Thank you to Ed and Richard for pointing me in the right direction at 
Fulshear farmer’s market. I am also researching on end fed antenna but this 
will be a build/diy project.

Thank you for all the guidance and suggestions.

73
Venkata Appala KJ5BVS
pradhan...@gmail.com




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Re: [BVARC] Fwd: ARLB017 ARRL Files Comments Against "Seriously Flawed" HF Rules Petition

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Thats a pretty harsh statement. I’m not sure any of us know the pull that arrl 
has in Washington but its probably safe to say that arrl cannot control the 
actions of others.
Arrl does a lot of things for the hobby. The political side is only a small (?) 
part of it.
I think they offer enough other benefits that if they are unable to twist the 
fcc arm til they say uncle, I’m sticking around for all the other benefits.

But also none of us are under contract to stay with them either.

73 Chris

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On Aug 3, 2023, at 21:05, Paul Easter via BVARC  wrote:


If ARRL does not take care of this, I will never give them another dime.

On Thu, Aug 3, 2023 at 3:27 PM JP Pritchard via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
>
> SB QST @ ARL $ARLB017
> ARLB017 ARRL Files Comments Against "Seriously Flawed" HF Rules
> Petition
>
> ZCZC AG17
> QST de W1AW
> ARRL Bulletin 17  ARLB017
> From ARRL Headquarters
> Newington CT  August 3, 2023
> To all radio amateurs
>
> SB QST ARL ARLB017
> ARLB017 ARRL Files Comments Against "Seriously Flawed" HF Rules
> Petition
>
> ARRL, as part of its mission to protect Amateur Radio, has filed
> comments against a proposal that would introduce high-power digital
> communications to the shortwave spectrum that in many instances is
> immediately adjacent to the Amateur HF bands.
>
> The "Shortwave Modernization Coalition" (SMC), which represents
> certain high-frequency stock trading interests, filed the petition
> with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). ARRL responded on
> behalf of its members and the 760,000 licensees of the Amateur Radio
> Service in the US.
>
> The petition can be found online at,
> https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/1042840187330/1  .
>
> The ARRL Laboratory performed a detailed technical analysis over
> several months to determine if the proposed rules would affect
> operations on the bands allocated to Radio Amateurs that are
> inter-mixed with the Part 90 bands in the spectrum in question.
>
> ARRL's analysis determined that, if the proposed rules are adopted,
> the new operations inevitably will cause significant harmful
> interference to many users of adjacent and nearby spectrum,
> including Amateur Radio licensees. Ed Hare, W1RFI, a 37-year veteran
> of the ARRL Lab and internationally recognized expert on radio
> frequency interference, was the principal investigator on the study.
> Hare concluded the petition should not be granted. "This petition
> seeks to put 50 kHz wide, 20,000-watt signals immediately next to
> seven different amateur bands with weaker protections against
> interference than required in other services," said Hare.
>
> In its formal opposition, ARRL stated, "That destructive
> interference would result if operations commenced using anything
> close to the proposed maximum levels."
>
> ARRL's filed comments highlight flawed analysis and incomplete data
> submitted by the petitioners. It noted the petitioners
> "...significantly understate the harmful interference that is not
> just likely, but certain, if the rules proposed by SMC are adopted
> as proposed. It is noteworthy that SMC's proposed rules would
> provide less protection than the much-lower power amateur radio
> transmitters are required to provide Part 90 receivers." ARRL's
> opposition also noted that there was no reported tests conducted
> with Amateur or other affected stations, but referenced a spectrum
> capture in the Comments filed with the Dayton Group that showed
> actual interference into the Amateur 20-meter band from one of the
> High Frequency Trading experimental stations.
>
> Part 90 HF rules currently authorize a maximum signal bandwidth
> equal to a voice communications channel, at up to 1000 W peak
> envelope power (PEP). The petition seeks multiplication of signal
> width, greater transmitted power, and weaker rules that protect
> users of adjacent spectrum. ARRL's comments expose the likely
> fallout:
>
> "Incredibly, notwithstanding the significant increase in potential
> interference that would result from using digital schemes with 50
> kHz bandwidths and 20,000 watts of power, SMC also proposes to
> substantially lessen the protections required to protect adjacent
> and neighboring licensees. SMC proposes [out-of-band emissions]
> limits that offer less protection than the existing Part 90 limits
> and would actually permit no attenuation (0 dB) at the edge of
> adjacent allocations, many of which are bands allocated to and
> heavily used in the Amateur Radio Service. Consistent with lessening
> protections while increasing the potential for harmful interference,
> SMC also proposes a lower limit for spurious emissions. SMC would
> reduce the existing protection of -73 dB for the applicable
> 1000-watt power limit to just -50 dB protection for their proposed
> 20,000-watt limit. Due to the much wider 50 kHz proposed bandwidth,
> the resulting interference would penetrate deep into the adjacent
> Amateur bands."
>
> 

Re: [BVARC] Kevin D. Mitnik - N6NHG

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Pancreatic cancer is suddenly taking people out and fast. I knew a guy in his 
50’s who went SK from it quite rapidly not too long ago. Plus its what took 
alex trebek.

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On Jul 25, 2023, at 08:41, KE5TE via BVARC  wrote:

His passing was the surprise. Kevin being licensed not so much.



Regards,

Jesse Gurrola - KE5TE
Mobile: 832-248-3528

Si hoc legere scis, nimium eruditionis habes.


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On Jul 25, 2023, 07:06, Jimmy Vance via BVARC < bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:

What was a surprise?  That Kevin is no longer with us, or that he held an 
amateur radio license? On 7/24/2023 11:36 PM, KE5TE via BVARC wrote: > This was 
a surprise. > > 
https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/158dn6b/kevin_d_mitnick_n6nhg_sk/?utm_source=share_medium=android_app_name=androidcss_term=1_content=1
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Re: [BVARC] Can someone please read some of this partial ID?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

After the gap I copied “i y 5” before i lost it in the static.  The i could 
have been the end/partial of something else though. That staticy gap was hard 
to navigate.

Whats the context?

Chris/AC5CM

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On Jul 18, 2023, at 15:12, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC  
wrote:


Thank you.

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[BVARC] Antenna Modeling Software Experience

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Im curious if anyone has had any luck using antenna modeling software. I have 
installed several trial versions (including a fully licensed academic version) 
and some have no support while others require a PHD in electrical and 
mechanical engineering to operate. I'm looking for software that I can draw up 
horizontally polarized wire antennas and then manipulate its various positions 
with bends, turns, etc at different points to see the change in theoretical 
radiation pattern, and someone who has experience using.

If you have any experience with such software, I am very interested in learning 
how to fish...

Thanks & 73
Chris/AC5CM


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Re: [BVARC] Kenwood 850S

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I’m not in the market, but fully functional ts-850s sold in the last 30 days on 
ebay for $350-$550.  Maybe that helps you know how to price your non-functional 
radio.

73/Chris/AC5CM

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On Jul 5, 2023, at 19:12, John Davis via BVARC  wrote:


I honestly don’t know what would be reasonable.

On Wed, Jul 5, 2023 at 17:40 john Parmalee via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Greeting all,

I have acquired a Kenwood TS 850S transceiver I would like to pass on as parts 
or maybe a rig you brought back to work more DX.

I think the problem is a bad cap across the 5v supply.  The 7v supply is good 
as is the front panel display.

The 850 is a 160 through 10 rig, all mode, 100 watt. It is surface mount 
construction.

Make me a reasonable offer please.

John Parmalee
jparma...@aol.com
281-380-3811
K5VGM WI2XLJ

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[BVARC] Field Day Pictures

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Did anyone take any pictures during field day with BVARC at the fire training 
facility? Ive looked at facebook and the email threads and the only pictures 
Ive seen are a few drone shots of antennas. 
If I missed a link, then whoops, apologies.. otherwise, Id love to see some 
pics if someone has them in a publicly accessible repository. 

Thanks 
73/Chris/AC5CM



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Re: [BVARC] Nizar A. Mullani, BS, Receives SNMMI 2023 Georg Charles de Hevesy Nuclear Pioneer Award - SNMMI

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Nizar,
I think we can let it slide this time.
Congrats on your award.

73/Chris/AC5CM

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On Jun 26, 2023, at 07:54, Nizar Mullani via BVARC  wrote:


Sorry I could not be at FD. I had to be in Chicago to receive the highest award 
presented by the Society of Nuclear Medicine. The award was for my work with 
PET, DermLite and Veinlite products. PET scanners are used for staging of 
cancer patients during treatment.

Nizar K0NM.

Nizar A. Mullani, BS, Receives SNMMI 2023 Georg Charles de Hevesy Nuclear 
Pioneer Award - SNMMI


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Re: [BVARC] 146.940 Repeater Problems and Repeater Operation

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

This is correct. CW is legal anywhere on any ham band, otherwise every cw 
repeater identifier would be in violation.

Seemed to me that thc simply inadvertently was on the wrong band on his radio. 
I’m quite sure he has said his rig has hf and 2m on it.

And that example is a great reason to learn the code. His callsign is the 
“easy” letters and was only sending at around 10 wpm.

If you simply learn the letters, you can copy 5 wpm. That used to be the 
requirement for the Novice license.

73/Chris/AC5CM


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On Jun 17, 2023, at 19:57, Eddie Runner via BVARC  wrote:


Hi Marvin,

the CW had a call sign,, I presume the call sign was of the sender
the call sign i heard one morning calling CQ was w5thc..
I do not think it was illegal.. I think you can use CW on any ham band.

Eddie (NU5K)


On Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 06:52:39 PM CDT, Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via 
BVARC  wrote:


Did they find out who was sending CW over the 146.94 machine a week ago Friday?
Marvin
N5RKW

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On Jun 17, 2023, at 2:49 PM, Eddie Runner via BVARC  wrote:



This Message is From an External Sender
Caution: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender 
and know the content is safe.

When something like this happens its pretty simple for EVERYONE to monitor
the 146.34 input to the repeater and forward signal reports.. Most folks have a 
rev
button... this is what its for.

Last night Suzanne (KF5GWZ) and I set out to find the problem and we did.

We had a few previous reports (Guesses??) like Mike forwarded, but that
didn't match the results Suzanne and I were getting.. I think the area
that was under suspicion WAS NOT the area we went to... All those calls
would have been a waste..

We used the signal strength meter on a mobile rig (icom r7000) and a
handheld with a signal strength meter as well, monitoring 146.34.

Took a little over an hour then after it was fixed,
we stopped and had some good tx mex for dinner..

It was a fun Friday Date night..  ha ha
Wish more folks were out there to join us, we had a blast..

Eddie (NU5K)
PS - good subject for future BVARC training...

On Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 02:07:05 PM CDT, John Denison via BVARC 
 wrote:


I'm glad this issue was resolved, and for what its worth, there are at least 50 
hams in the area which would have made it time consuming to contact each one. 
This was a good (not good) unplanned fox hunt, and it reminds me of the time 
there was interference on the 146.92 repeater years ago. At the time I had an 
Icom mobile which had an attenuator on the squelch control, so it was 
relatively easy to narrow the signal down to a few square blocks.

This is one of the things I like about ham radio the most... hams coming 
together to offer a service or resolve an issue.

73
John Denison
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Re: [BVARC] 146.940 Repeater Problems and Repeater Operation

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Obviously there is no guarantee that the stuck mic station is someone on the 
roster, but there are 4 that are in that zip code. That could be a good 
starting point.

Chris

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Sent: Friday, June 16, 2023 4:49 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Mike Hardwick 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] 146.940 Repeater Problems and Repeater Operation

Upon further investigation, the stuck mic appears to be near the Memorial and 
Eldridge area.

If anyone knows any one near that area, have them check their radios for a 
stuck mic.

Mike Hardwick
N5VCX

On Friday, June 16, 2023 at 03:47:34 PM CDT, Mike Hardwick via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


After several people checking the area, it appears the stuck mic is in an area 
center near Memorial and Highway 6.

Mike Hardwick
N5VCX



On Friday, June 16, 2023 at 02:12:15 PM CDT, Chris Medlin 
mailto:ctmed...@outlook.com>> wrote:



Thanks mike. I heard the phone ringing in the background too... im near 1093 
and 99 in cinco ranch west and I couldn't hear anything on the input. Great 
investigative work!



I work 100% remote and when im not in meetings I typically have the volume up. 
Monday im moving to the area of university and hwy 6 in mo city.  Im typically 
always around if you ever need to recruit some ears.



73

Chris



From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Sent: Friday, June 16, 2023 2:03 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: Mike Hardwick mailto:n5...@att.net>>
Subject: [BVARC] 146.940 Repeater Problems and Repeater Operation



Currently the repeater is turned off due to a stuck mic. The problem started 
just before noon and the Stir Crazy NET and is still happening after two hours.



It appears the offender is in the SW Houston area somewhere between Westpark 
and Interstate 10, and between Interstate 610 and Highway 6 area.



It does appear to be a base station since there is no mobile fluttering and 
there has been a telephone heard in the background several times.



If anyone knows of somebody in that area that has base station, please give 
them a call and have them check their microphone.





Over the past couple of weeks, stuck microphones have happened several times.



The is a great example of why everyone should set the time-out-timers on their 
radios to prevent this from happening.





Hopefully this will clear up soon.





Mike Hardwick, N5VCX

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Re: [BVARC] Replacement Battery Source for EFJ/Motorola Commercial Handheld

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Ive had success over the years from Batteries America. As matter of fact, I 
just ordered a new battery from them this week for my D-Star HT.  But they 
offer batteries for Motorolla and hobby stuff.. and lots of other things. Fair 
price.

73/Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Gus Bernard via BVARC
Sent: Friday, June 16, 2023 10:20 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Gus Bernard 
Subject: [BVARC] Replacement Battery Source for EFJ/Motorola Commercial Handheld

Hi, all:

Can someone please recommend a (online) source for quality replacement 
batteries for EF Johnson and Motorola commercial handheld radios?

Does anyone have an opinion about CutRateBatteries (available through Amazon 
and Walmart)?

Thanks in advance!

Gus K5GMB

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[BVARC] Free CD-Rs

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Im in the process of moving and discovered that I have a pack of about 75 blank 
CD-Rs. They are free to a good home if you need/want them.

[If you don't have a burner, I discovered back in my network engineering days 
that they make great throwing stars/discs, with the file cabinet drawer cracks 
as the target. Good times, but I digress...]

If you are interested, you can pick them up from me in Katy or Missouri City. 
We can coordinate something. Im tired of them following me around and I don't 
want to throw them away.

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Re: [BVARC] Vice President's Update June 2023

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

If you know the letters you can copy 5wpm.
5wpm was the requirement for the Novice class license.

You can almost take a sip from of your coffee between letters if you are 
accustomed to 13+wpm


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On Jun 2, 2023, at 11:09, W5CQN via BVARC  wrote:


HOW FAST DO YOU NEED TO BE TO OPERATE A CW STATION?

Samuel
W5CQN


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From: Kori Rahman via BVARC
Sent: Friday, June 2, 2023 8:58 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Cc: Kori Rahman
Subject: [BVARC] Vice President's Update June 2023

Hello everyone!

We've got a very active month ahead. Today (Friday June 2nd) Museum Ships 
weekend begins! Mark Janzer (K5MGJ) and all the great volunteers with him will 
be getting ready at the USS Stewart and USS Cavalla. to get on the air this 
weekend to represent these historic vessels. See BVARC.org 
for more details.

Field Day is just 3 weeks away! We are looking for volunteers and operators, so 
please fill in the sign up sheets below. There are lots of folks planning to 
come out, just make sure you snap up your operating positions now! Volunteers 
are going to be essential to make this event a success.This will be a 
multi-club event with KARS, TDXS, and UHARC joining us this year. Saturday will 
be mainly focused on education and presentations, as well as operating the 
radios and getting QSOs. Bring your friends and family, introduce them to ham 
radio, get them on the air, and have some fun with us. After 6pm we will wrap 
up most of the educational activities and shift gears to focus on getting 
contacts and bonus points. There are a few more details in the June calendar 
below, in the flyer attached, and I will be covering Field Day in detail at 
this month's BVARC General Meeting on June 8th.

Volunteer Sign-Up Sheet:
Tinyurl.com/FieldDayVolunteers2023

Station Operators Sign-up Sheet:
Field Day Operators Sign-Up 
Sheet

Antenna Build Class Sign-Up Sheet
(for both the 10m dipole and EFHW multi-band antenna):
Tinyurl.com/FieldDay2023AntennaBuild

<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>

BVARC POTA

BVARC POTA is postponed till July due to the various on-air activities we want 
to focus on this month (especially Field Day which will be taking place around 
our usual POTA times). I would like to let everyone know that our last event 
was a great success with about 20 attendees, and some AWESOME food prepared for 
us by Marc KI5ZHO (thank you again Marc). We were also visited by Jayant 
KG5LJZ, and he wrote a wonderful post about our May POTA event on the Johnson 
Space Center Amateur Radio Club website! 
 
We want to thank him for coming out and letting the great folks at W5RRR know 
about our events. We hope to do some more collaborating with those folks in the 
future. See you at BVARC POTA on July 23rd at Stephen F. Austin State Park!

<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>
BVARC Calendar for June 2023:

Museum Ships Weekend!
Friday June 2nd - Sunday June 4th
BVARC members will be operating and communicating with the 90+ other historic 
vessels in the United States and around the world. Due to the unique situation 
of Seawolf Park having the USS Stewart and USS Cavalla at the same location, 
any contact will provide an extra claimed ship QSO contact (2 for 1). Three 
operating positions are planned with SSB and CW modes available. For further 
info see the BVARC.org website.
Where:
Galveston Naval Museum
100 Seawolf Park Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77554

BVARC Board of Directors Meeting
Sunday June 4th at 5:00pm
Please take note: The BoD is now meeting on the Sunday before the Second 
Thursday of the month at 5pm (with few exceptions). This meeting will take 
place on Zoom only, and is open to all members to attend if they would like.
Where:
On Zoom
See BVARC.org for the link on the day of the meeting.

Brews with BVARC
Tuesday June 6th at 6:30pm
This month we're meeting at True Anomaly Brewing Company in Houston. They have 
a nice selection of brews and their space science theme is really cool. Come 
out if you can, be safe, be responsible, and have a great time with your fellow 
hams.
Where:
True Anomaly Brewing Company
2012 Dallas St.
Houston, TX 77003

BVARC General Meeting
Thursday June 8th at 7:00pm
This BVARC General Meeting will be all about Field Day 2023. We will discuss 
our plans, the general layout of the site, Field Day schedule, and the various 
volunteer and operating positions. This meeting will kick off our June planning 
meetings for Field Day. Please come out to learn more about 

Re: [BVARC] Field Day 2023 Sign-up sheets!

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey Kori,
I plan to come out at some point for a few hours and Id like to jump on a radio 
for some voice action… i just dont know when or how long I’ll be able to stay… 
can yall work in “walk-ins”? Or do all the time slots need to be formally 
filled?

I suspect I’m not the only one with the same question.

Tnx
73/Chris/AC5CM

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Good morning BVARC,

They are finally here! The sign up sheets for all of our station operating 
positions, volunteers, AND the antenna build class! We have a LOT of volunteer 
spots for you to sign up for, please sign up as soon as you can. We also need 
folks to operate our stations! Please plan on signing up for a few hours of 
operating so we can make as many contacts as possible! As the general rule 
goes, 10m-20m are best during daylight hours, and 20m - 80m are best during the 
nighttime hours. Keep this in mind when signing up for spots. We will need many 
voice operators this year, so please sign up now. When you arrive you will be 
given some brief instructions as needed and there will be band plans, scripts 
on how to call CQ and other reference materials.

Volunteers, please sign up now, we will need approximately 8 people 
volunteering per hour for Saturday. Those are a lot of hours, so fill in where 
you can. We will need a crew for Friday to set up, help Saturday with the 
talk-in, information table etc., and a clean up crew for Sunday. See the 
sign-up sheet below and review the descriptions there. The volunteer frequency 
plan is also listed on the sign up sheet.

We will have our first meeting about Field Day at the BVARC General meeting on 
Thursday June 8th, and we will have at least one meeting every week from then 
until Field Day. Please stay up -to-date on the reflector news and the website 
for more information.

Station Operators Sign-up Sheet:
Field Day Operators Sign-Up 
Sheet

Volunteer Sign-Up Sheet:
Tinyurl.com/FieldDayVolunteers2023

Antenna Build Class Sign-Up Sheet
(for both the 10m dipole and EFHW multi-band antenna):
Tinyurl.com/FieldDay2023AntennaBuild

If you have any questions or issues, please let me know.

Thanks and 73!


Kori Rahman, WX5KR
Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club

Vice-President and Club Call Sign KK5W Trustee
Cell: (770) 298 8516

kori...@gmail.com



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[BVARC] 6M band opening

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

A ham friend in NW Arkansas has alerted me that there is a nice 6M band opening 
this morning. Just passing along if you are capable of operating there.
Message time was 1045am.

Enjoy!
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[BVARC] Chip Margelli - SK

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

For those who knew or had ever met Chip, he went silent key last week. He spent 
29 years at Yaesu.   I bumped into him at Belton a few years ago and he 
remembered me from several years back at Dayton.

You might have seen him on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in 2005 when he had a 
contest against a couple of kids texting vs him and ken miller K6CTW sending 
"ancient" CW... This link below gives a great overview of all the things he 
accomplished over his years in the Ham community.

Tribute to Charles "Chip" H. Margelli - K7JA 
(hamgallery.com)

73/Chris
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Re: [BVARC] Parks on the air

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Do you normally get harassed by park rangers while operating?

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On May 25, 2023, at 11:43, s.c.flowers via BVARC  wrote:

 Dwayne,
Thanks for posting & this is good publicity for the program.  Hopefully more 
park rangers will have heard about POTA due to this video coverage.

73,
Stephen (W2WF)



On May 25, 2023, at 10:13, Chuck Finnell via BVARC  wrote:


Excellent!!

On Thu, May 25, 2023 at 9:37 AM Dwayne Jones via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Parks on the air has made it onto Texas Parks and Wildlife TV show. Click on 
the link and fast forward to 14:06 for a short clip about parks on the air.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gd5h5wtlx0s_channel=TexasParksandWildlife


Dwayne
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Re: [BVARC] 34/94 details

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Very cool. Tnx. Exactly what I was looking for.

Chris

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On May 21, 2023, at 20:01, wb5itt via BVARC  wrote:


It's on the channel 13 auxiliary tower east of the Sr Road antenna farm with 
the antenna at approximately 900 ft if I remember correctly.. It is a Kenwood 
TKR 750 repeater basically the same repeater as the 146.94 in Beaumont... 
The Houston repeater uses the internal controller / CWID... the Beaumont 94 
repeater has a Linkcom RLC CLUB DLXII controller on it, hence the Voice IDs, 
etc and the All-Star node on port 4. 220 & UHF coming soon with HF thru 6m all 
mode remote base .

Chris WB5ITT
Trustee/owner W5APX 146.94 Beaumont/ 146.88 Lake Charles and soon 146.96 Devers 
at 1000ft AGL, all 100Hz tone and linked

Sent via my Samsung Galaxy S10e, an AT 5G Evolution capable smartphone..so 
there! 


 Original message 
From: Chris Medlin via BVARC 
Date: 5/21/23 7:45 PM (GMT-06:00)
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Chris Medlin 
Subject: [BVARC] 34/94 details

Does anyone have the technical details of the 34/94 repeater? Which tower, ant 
elev (I believe its 900’?), repeater details, ID’er, etc?

I grew up with my dad always homebrewing repeaters and 
building/running/troubleshooting/repairing repeaters, so I’m always interested 
to hear all the details about them when i move to a new area.
Also, i noticed the repeater specs were not on the website. If possible, I 
think that would be a great addition for people like me looking for such 
details.

Thanks!!
73/Chris
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[BVARC] 34/94 details

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Does anyone have the technical details of the 34/94 repeater? Which tower, ant 
elev (I believe its 900’?), repeater details, ID’er, etc?

I grew up with my dad always homebrewing repeaters and 
building/running/troubleshooting/repairing repeaters, so I’m always interested 
to hear all the details about them when i move to a new area. 
Also, i noticed the repeater specs were not on the website. If possible, I 
think that would be a great addition for people like me looking for such 
details. 

Thanks!!
73/Chris
AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] Hamvention sales

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hi Rudy. Here's a few things:



Ham Radio Outlet is running a lot of specials. Details here:
https://www.hamradio.com/email/2305-0518-hamvention/index.html



Spark Plug Gear Portable Antenna is offering Free Shipping during the fest 
weekend.   https://www.sparkpluggear.com/shop/p/sparkplug



https://www.W5KUB.com is broadcasting live Hamvention 
video all day tomorrow and some today with vendor door prizes in his associated 
chat room. Prizes to be awarded: https://ham-tv.com/prizes-2-2/



73/Chris

AC5CM







-Original Message-
From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC
Sent: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:11 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
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Subject: [BVARC] Hamvention sales



Does anyone know if there are any sales related to Hamvention that is going on 
this coming weekend. Looking to pick up a radio and other gear for POTA 
work.



Thanks

Rudy Ackerman

KF5QYG

281 460 7384





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Re: [BVARC] Charging for QSL?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

If I want even a domestic QSL card from someone, I send them a SASE. 
Especially if its from a place I need, I want to knock down any barriers that 
keep that from happening.

From time to time when I lived In Tennessee, I received a SASE and $1USD from 
foreign county hunters who desperately needed my county. There werent many hams 
in that one.

Your email has also reminded me that my QSL Bureau has run out of my envelopes. 
I need to get that back on my to do list.
If anyone is interested in that, its w5incomingbureau.net

73/Chris
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On May 18, 2023, at 05:37, Shannon Tassin via BVARC  wrote:


All,

As I am working to connect with more countries via FT8, I am more routinely 
coming across folks who want me to pay them money for a QSL. At first it was 
folks who were working from a remote country or island (e.g., Rwanda), but now 
I am seeing that from a guy in Israel.

Is this accepted and expected behavior? Why would I do that?

Thanks,
Shannon Tassin
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Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey rick… depending on the angle of his down facing ¼ waves, he almost sounds 
like a discone antenna. Because a discone has a 1/4wave vertical, a “disc” that 
is slightly less than a 1/4wave iirc, and a number of downward facing 1/4wave 
radials that form a cone… but they have to be a certain angle.
It doesn’t sound like marc has the horizontal radial “disc” … I like 
experimental antenna stuff so I am interested to hear what his pattern is and 
how it operates in comparison to other verticals.

Marc, I use WSPR (generally on 20M) to determine what I can hear on different 
types of antennas. Until recently, I would typically run random end feds with 
an autotuner.. and in apartment/townhome situations in the recent past, I have 
gotten very creative on where I can hide my wire with very interesting results. 
Its fun to experiment in the hobby. That’s the best way to learn.

73/chris

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Rick Hiller via BVARC
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 10:28 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Rick Hiller 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

Marc,

XLNT, but now...Define "work"Matched for low SWR, RL , Z,  etc. or 
works as in makes contacts, etc.  Works compared to what other antenna, if you 
have one?

RH


On Mon, May 15, 2023 at 10:09 AM M Reiter via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
the down legs are 20m hamsticks,  the upright is a 224" telescoping set at 17ft
it is fed at the joint with coax.  seems to work on both 20m and 10m  maybe 40m 
but did not test it.
Marc.

On Mon, May 15, 2023 at 10:01 AM Chris Medlin via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Ha me too mike. He marc, can you supply a back of the napkin drawing to show us 
what this looks like? Im having trouble picturing it.. since I suddenly don’t 
think the sticks are end to end.

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Mike Knerr via BVARC
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 9:34 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: Mike Knerr mailto:mike5586m...@gmail.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

I'll vote for that.

On Mon, May 15, 2023, 9:18 AM Jorge Gutiérrez via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Call it SPARKY (Special Profile Arrayed Radiating Kilo Yapper)


From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> on behalf 
of M Reiter via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 6:38:16 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: M Reiter mailto:beachcat...@gmail.com>>
Subject: [BVARC] name that antenna?

so i made a homebrew antenna, it has a 17ft telescoping vertical with 4 20m 
hamsticks at 135 degrees down. I ran it up a mast about 20ft off the ground and 
it seems to work relatively well compared to the 10 or so other homebrew 
antennas that I have hoisted. not sure what this configuration is called so 
when asked I just say homebrew vertical.  does it have a name?
Marc
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Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

So you have a ¼ wave 20m vertical and you are using multiple 20m ¼ waves as 
ground radials?
If that’s the case than this is simply just a 20m vertical, with ground plane.

73/Chris
AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of M Reiter via BVARC
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 10:08 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: M Reiter 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

the down legs are 20m hamsticks,  the upright is a 224" telescoping set at 17ft
it is fed at the joint with coax.  seems to work on both 20m and 10m  maybe 40m 
but did not test it.
Marc.

On Mon, May 15, 2023 at 10:01 AM Chris Medlin via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Ha me too mike. He marc, can you supply a back of the napkin drawing to show us 
what this looks like? Im having trouble picturing it.. since I suddenly don’t 
think the sticks are end to end.

From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> On Behalf 
Of Mike Knerr via BVARC
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 9:34 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: Mike Knerr mailto:mike5586m...@gmail.com>>
Subject: Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

I'll vote for that.

On Mon, May 15, 2023, 9:18 AM Jorge Gutiérrez via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Call it SPARKY (Special Profile Arrayed Radiating Kilo Yapper)


From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> on behalf 
of M Reiter via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 6:38:16 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: M Reiter mailto:beachcat...@gmail.com>>
Subject: [BVARC] name that antenna?

so i made a homebrew antenna, it has a 17ft telescoping vertical with 4 20m 
hamsticks at 135 degrees down. I ran it up a mast about 20ft off the ground and 
it seems to work relatively well compared to the 10 or so other homebrew 
antennas that I have hoisted. not sure what this configuration is called so 
when asked I just say homebrew vertical.  does it have a name?
Marc
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Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Ha me too mike. He marc, can you supply a back of the napkin drawing to show us 
what this looks like? Im having trouble picturing it.. since I suddenly don't 
think the sticks are end to end.

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Mike Knerr via BVARC
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 9:34 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Mike Knerr 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

I'll vote for that.

On Mon, May 15, 2023, 9:18 AM Jorge Gutiérrez via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Call it SPARKY (Special Profile Arrayed Radiating Kilo Yapper)

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From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org>> on behalf 
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Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 6:38:16 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>
Cc: M Reiter mailto:beachcat...@gmail.com>>
Subject: [BVARC] name that antenna?

so i made a homebrew antenna, it has a 17ft telescoping vertical with 4 20m 
hamsticks at 135 degrees down. I ran it up a mast about 20ft off the ground and 
it seems to work relatively well compared to the 10 or so other homebrew 
antennas that I have hoisted. not sure what this configuration is called so 
when asked I just say homebrew vertical.  does it have a name?
Marc
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Re: [BVARC] name that antenna?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Vertical end fed?

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> On May 15, 2023, at 07:38, M Reiter via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> 
> so i made a homebrew antenna, it has a 17ft telescoping vertical with 4 20m 
> hamsticks at 135 degrees down. I ran it up a mast about 20ft off the ground 
> and it seems to work relatively well compared to the 10 or so other homebrew 
> antennas that I have hoisted. not sure what this configuration is called so 
> when asked I just say homebrew vertical.  does it have a name?
> Marc
> KI5ZHO
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Re: [BVARC] DVMega and BlueDV software install question

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Bruce/Walter,
Thanks for the input.
There was no option to run as admin on the msi install file, but i did open my 
cmd prompt as admin and attempt to run from there and it failed too.
I talked to w5akc in the side, sent him the file, and it installed without 
issue on his win11 box.
The only prompt i get thats editable is the initial location of the app to go 
to program files, which I’m ok with. The error I receive says it cant write 
temp files. Ive installed the appl before but on an older box (either win 7 or 
10) about ~3 yrs ago, so it does appear to be a “problem with my set”. I’ll 
email david in NL soon and see what he recommends.
I’m running win 10 pro and tried all three versions (beta etc) available so I’m 
certain its probably just micro$oft just trying to “protect me”…
Thanks for validating that its just me.
73/Chris
AC5CM

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On May 12, 2023, at 20:39, Bruce via BVARC  wrote:


You will need to right click on the file you want to run and select "Run as 
Administrator". Even though you are the administrator, Microsoft decided it was 
best to confirm that you want to run it as administrator. Don't ask me why it 
just works when you do it.

73...bruce


On 5/12/2023 7:47 PM, Walter Holmes via BVARC wrote:
Chris,

I don’t use the DVmega dongle, but I use the ThumbDV dongle, as well as 4 other 
Ambe servers I have setup here, all with BlueDV.

It seems to work fine on my PC, as well as my Android cell phone.

The installation should be a simple launch of the MSI file.

Not sure why you would get that error, unless you tried to install it into a 
folder other than the default path. But that’s a reach on my part.

Other than that, you might email David directly, as he’s pretty good about 
responding. But keep in mind he’s in Europe, and it may not be till morning 
before he sees the message.

All the best,
Walter/K5WH

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Subject: [BVARC] DVMega and BlueDV software install question

Hello. Ive never really been too big into DMR, but I have a DVMega usb dongle 
(actually forgot I had it to tell you the truth) and Im trying to install 
BlueDV on a windows 10 box. Has anyone successfully installed this app on 
win10? Im admin of my box but I keep getting install failure because the msi 
installer cannot write a temp file to my documents folder. Curious if anyone 
knows a work around on this.

TIA
73/Chris
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[BVARC] DVMega and BlueDV software install question

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hello. Ive never really been too big into DMR, but I have a DVMega usb dongle 
(actually forgot I had it to tell you the truth) and Im trying to install 
BlueDV on a windows 10 box. Has anyone successfully installed this app on 
win10? Im admin of my box but I keep getting install failure because the msi 
installer cannot write a temp file to my documents folder. Curious if anyone 
knows a work around on this.

TIA
73/Chris
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Re: [BVARC] Yaesu FTM-200DR, FTM-300DR or FTM-500DR?

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

For a few years i drove a mitsubishi lancer as a second vehicle and even though 
the windows were tinted (including visor strip above the A line on the 
windshield… ok in Tennessee law), i wanted to run super incognito since i was 
in the city with the nations highest crime rate.
So i picked up the icom ic-208H dual band and took a piece of sheet metal, 
painted it black, and cut it the width of the head and bent it at an angle such 
that I could slip it in above the headliner and use some of that super 
industrial velcro. Its a single vfo so its maybe 3-4” wide. Tucked the wire 
around from the headliner and down the frame along the windshield and under the 
dash back to the radio under the seat. The mic lived under the seat too. It 
worked out fabulous. Id just flip the sun visor down when i parked and it was 
completely hidden. And if I wanted to use it, it was only an eyeball glance up. 
Technically I could have slid it over to the space between the headliner and 
the rear view mirror, but then i couldnt hide it with the visor and these days 
cars have so much tech in the mirror you probably couldnt get into the 
headliner up there.
So thats a long story but maybe that gives you an idea. And i read the law 
someone posted in the thread below and it says you cant put something on the 
windshield that obstructs view.  There are a lot of places on the windshield 
that don’t obstruct view.

Good luck!
73/AC5CM/Chris

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On May 7, 2023, at 16:12, John Denison via BVARC  wrote:

 It all depends on where you install something to a windshield. The rear view 
mirror is attached to the windshield. My EZ Tag is placed in front of the rear 
view mirror so I can't see it unless I purposely look around the mirror. It the 
object doesn't obstruct or reduce the driver's view then there is no issue.

73
John Denison
KD5YOU

On 5/7/2023 6:01 AM, Eric Weder via BVARC wrote:
On a variation of your theme – did you know that many if not most states have 
laws against sticking things to your windshield?

Section 547.613 of 
the Texas Transportation Code reads: “a person commits an offense that is a 
misdemeanor: (1) if the person operates a motor vehicle that has an object or 
material that is placed on or attached to the windshield or side or rear window 
and that obstructs or reduces the operator’s clear view.”

That’s something I dug up on the Ram Mounts website. Obviously they enforce 
this with discretion or our toll passes would all be illegal. Something to bear 
in mind when planning your install …

Best regards,
Eric
AI5CI

From: BVARC  On Behalf 
Of Karl Bernard via BVARC
Sent: Saturday, May 6, 2023 11:33 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Karl Bernard 
Subject: [BVARC] Yaesu FTM-200DR, FTM-300DR or FTM-500DR?

Anyone used either the FTM-200DR, FTM-300DR, or FTM-500DR and have some 
thoughts to share?

I'm thinking about getting a dual-band mobile to use in my 2016 Civic without a 
lot of space, so I've been doing a lot of research online about radios with a 
remote head that I can put on a window suction mount or something like that 
(still a lot of thinking about that, lol)

I like what I've seen so far about all of these radios and I like the bright 
colorful and highly legible screen on them, but I'm not sure if the FTM-500DR 
is worth another $200-300, depending on where you look... The touch screen is 
cool, but is it really worth it? Also think the FTM-200DR and FTM-300DR might 
require an external speaker since the head doesn't have one?

Thanks,
Karl
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Re: [BVARC] Major Event - Looking for Volunteers to Man BVARC/Ham Radio Booth - May 26th-28th, 2023

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

The way to pull the younger folks into the hobby is to have some of the younger 
hams in this booth promoting the hobby. A bunch of us old guys could sit in 
there but the way to get the younger generation is to show them where the value 
is by people who are like them sho can relate to where they are. I dont know 
what our roster looks like for those under 40, but I would hope we could get 
some of our younger members to step up.

Drops $0.02
73/AC5CM



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On May 3, 2023, at 13:36, Mike Hardwick via BVARC  wrote:


Everyone at the club keeps talking about attracting younger members to the club 
and the hobby. So coming up on May 26th through the 28th, you can now get your 
chance to step forward and get involved to bring in the

new generation of hams.


The Innovation Lab at Comicpalooza will held at the George R Brown Convention 
Center over three days and will attract between 60,000 and 80,000 attendees. 
This event, which BVARC has been involved with in the

past, is one of the most significant events in Houston for Robotics Displays. 
There will also be speakers covering area of STEAM (science, technology, 
engineering, the arts, and mathematics) that includes AI, ML,

Advanced Robotics, Creativity, Innovation as well as other areas of topics that 
encourage greater engagement and increase interest in STEAM activities.

BVARC has been invited to exhibit at this event as we have in the past. What 
would be different this year is the antenna trailer which can be set-up inside 
the George R Brown. It may not work very well for HF but it will

turn a few heads being displayed.

If you make it to the show, you might even see William Shatner of Star Trek!


If you are interested in helping on this, please contact me.

Don't let this opportunity go to waste. Let's put our license and radios to a 
great use!

Mike Hardwick, N5VCX
President
Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club
713-826-6917





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[BVARC] Emergency Prep Tax Free weekend

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Friendly reminder that this is tax-free weekend for emergency preparedness 
supplies. More details in the link below:


Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax 
Holiday
comptroller.texas.gov
[favicon.ico]

73/Chris
AC5CM

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Re: [BVARC] FW: Equipment from Estate

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

A lot of good stuff in those pics. A lot of Drake stuff. And I think every ham 
should be required to be in possession of at least one Roi-Tan cigar box.

73/AC5CM

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On Apr 18, 2023, at 17:33, Allen Brier via BVARC  wrote:


Forwarding for K5RK

Allen R. Brier N5XZ
1515 Windloch Lane
Richmond, TX 77406
713-705-4801

From: Larry Burke 
Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 5:22 PM
To: n...@earthlink.net
Subject: FW: Equipment from Estate

Allen…. Could I get you to post this on the BVARC reflector? I used to get 
their email, but they seem to have stopped.

Larry K5RK

From: Larry Burke mailto:w...@sbcglobal.net>>
Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 5:21 PM
To: 'tdxs-l...@tdxs.net' mailto:tdxs-l...@tdxs.net>>
Subject: Equipment from Estate

K5GIT, Ron, recently passed away. Ron had a collection of vintage gear that his 
son, Joel, a former co-worker of mine, wishes to sell to interested parties. 
I’ve attached a pdf showing much of what he had. Please contact him directly:

Joel Follmar
(281) 824-5453



73,
Larry K5RK

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Re: [BVARC] Postal Rates

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Hey scott, if you had bought enough forever stamps anytime since 2007, you 
would technically lock in your postage rate at that price (until you run out). 
:-) 





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> 
> It has been announced that first  class postage will  be rising to $.66 on 
> July 9th.
> 
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Re: [BVARC] Antenna voodoo

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Marc, my first dipole was 20M and in the attic of my 675 sq ft apartment. The 
diagonal could not support the entire length, so a few feet hung vertical on 
the ends.
The antenna doesnt care. I think i worked 14 countries on that antenna. So for 
the most part, it doesnt really matter how you array the halves of your dipole. 
Plenty of shapes. Your signal will still get out.

Chris
AC5CM

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On Apr 10, 2023, at 08:28, M Reiter via BVARC  wrote:


yes that is where the voodoo comes in , it is an inverted v not connected at 
the apex and not a v.  it is a more like a starwars folding wing with the 
connedtion at the mid center bottom. of the delta.  It is one of 10 or so 
temporary antennas and seems to work about as well as any of them.  I really 
hope I am learning something.
Marc.

On Sun, Apr 9, 2023 at 10:59 PM Jerry and Polly Tripp via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
I agree. It sounds just like a good old inverted V.

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Re: [BVARC] Antenna voodoo

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Sounds like he created an inverted Vee to me.

Chris
AC5CM

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On Apr 9, 2023, at 14:39, Christopher Boone via BVARC  wrote:


Took a 40m dipole and put the ends together with a zip tie (so not connected) 
then hung it as a triangle?? You STILL have a dipole...now in the shape of a 
triangle.

no big whoop here

Chris
WB5ITT

On Sun, Apr 9, 2023 at 10:11 AM M Reiter via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
This morning i took a 40m dipole attached the wire ends with a zip tie. (No 
metal to metal connection)  And hung it up as a triangle with no measurents the 
top was at the top of my mast and the bottom was as high as i could stand on a 
chair..   I was lazy and just attached it to my radio checked swr on 40m to 10m 
and since 20m was less than 2:1 i hit tune. Made a 59 contact in mississippi.  
Whats my point???  Well i have read hundreds of pages about antennas this 
design is not in any of them and still have no idea why any of this works.
Marc KI5ZHO

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Re: [BVARC] Houston HamFest is over, lets have a little fun

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Youre in luck! I threw all my tickets away. I won 4 times at the hamfest.

73
Chris
AC5CM

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On Mar 24, 2023, at 11:34, Eddie Runner via BVARC  wrote:




Houston HamFest is over, lets have a little fun

River Oaks Car Stereo (a prize sponsor of Houston HamFest)

Has one last door Prize to give away.

Its a brand new BAOFENG dual band handheld radio..
This is not an official Hamfest prize, this is direct to you
from River Oaks Car Stereo..

Everyone that attended the Hamfest got one or more
RED DOOR PRIZE TICKETS

I'm sure some of you that did not win something may
still have some of the little red ticket stubs

Others of you may have thrown them away (darn it)..

This little give away will require your number to match
and the one winner will pick up the prize in person from

River Oaks Car Stereo
4129 Richmond Ave
713-626-7627

I m thinking of a number

Matching one number may be impossible since some of you
threw away your red tickets, so i have a range of numbers
written down and the winner will be the largest number in this range.
I will announce the winner One week from today... Friday
March 31 around NOON

Please submit your entries directly to
eddie.run...@yahoo.com
you must present the red ticket to win.

Questions email me.
Eddie Runner (NU5K)
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Re: [BVARC] extra exam.

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Yup. Balun is balanced to unbalanced.
Also an un-un is unbalanced to unbalanced. There are antennas out there that 
require an un-un.
i think a see-saw is the best example ive seen of a balancing unit. In the 
world of antennas, a balancing unit is not something ive ever heard of.

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On Mar 21, 2023, at 12:25, David Hold via BVARC  wrote:


What question is that on the ham exam???
I was taught Balun was a acronym for Balanced to Unbalanced.

On Tue, Mar 21, 2023 at 11:35 AM Jorge Gutierrez via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:
Balun is a "balancing unit", a transformer, so to speak that allows two lines 
to interface with each other,
without changing the impedance of either line, very useful for connecting a 
coaxial cable to an antenna.

Remember the analogies:
Current is similar to the flow of water in a pipe
Voltage is the pressure of that flow
Capacitance is the ability of a pipe or tank to hold the water (dams are a good 
example)
Inductance is the resistance created when you try to change the direction of 
the flow
Both of these are considered "reactance" in an AC circuit, so the resistance 
can be inductive or capacitive.

Balloon is what the Chinese use to spy on us, with the approval of the father 
of Hunter Biden. You know,
the Big Guy.



Jorge A. Gutiérrez - NØJGS
+1.713.550.4788


On Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 09:30:59 AM CDT, M Reiter via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:


thank you all for your replies,  this was humor, and nothing more.  I can not 
believe that calculating the reactance or inductance of RLC T or Pi circuits 
will ever be needed if I never build my own radio. I have spent many hours 
learning about antennas, and am happy to let the Japanese learn RLC and build 
me a radio. maybe there could be an option on the extra exam to  just send some 
money to a Japanese engineering student to learn it for me,  and skip all the 
questions dealing with electronics engineering.  for those literal folks, I 
have taken 22 practice exams and read through all the pool questions once.   I 
am learning to pass the test,  not how to operate a radio. I will learn that in 
time once I get my practical antenna knowledge down. I am fully aware I do not 
need to pass the test to talk to Ausies in Australia, the desire to do so was 
created as a 9yr old in a ham shack at camp in upstate NY, (long lake camp).
and I know yall had to walk to school in the snow bare footed up hill both 
ways, thank you for doing so, us whimps still have to learn engineering we will 
never use, thank god I learned Trigonometry in high school to answer some of 
these questions and to calculate the angles on my antenna designs. and will 
someone please explain the difference between a current balun, voltage balun  
inductive balun an inductor a capacitive inductor and a balloon?.
73,  Marc.


On Mon, Mar 20, 2023 at 3:20 PM M Reiter 
mailto:beachcat...@gmail.com>> wrote:
so maybe this is for the VEC, maybe I am just venting,  It took me 22 tries to 
pass the Extra Exam,  I passed the tech on my first try and maybe third for 
general.
If I had wanted to be an electrical engineer and design antennas for NASA I 
would have gone to college for that. all I want to do is shoot the junk with 
someone in Australia and ask him or her how the weather is down there.   for a 
small increase in frequencies I am having to learn a huge amount of electronic 
circuit theory.I feel this is just a bunch of old dudes sitting in a room 
saying to each other " Ya that question will baffle them"  and not considering 
what questions might actually represent what is needed to operate a radio.   
seriously many operators do not know the phonetic alphabet or at least not the 
reason to use it.  why do I need to know the reactance of a pi-l circuit for 
7.3 Mhz at 1800 somethings on the surface of the moon in September in an odd 
solar year standing on one foot holding an antenna two wavelengths from the 
surface if there are beetles moving underneath and I am left handed.

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Re: [BVARC] extra exam.

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Good evening Marc. 
Back in the day, there was novice, technician, general, advanced, and extra. 
Advanced was the hardest test. It was a very hard test. Because Advanced was, 
well, advanced, you didnt need to pass more code. You had the 13 wpm for the 
general and since extra was 20wpm code, the extra written was a little easier. 
When they dropped the code requirement, they combined the advanced and extra, 
so the extra test got much harder. 
In the scheme of things, its always been understood that your electronics 
knowledge would have to increase as you progress through the license classes. 
If youve taken the extra test 22 times, your approach is flawed. 
Licensing isnt a race. Ive got two friends who were licensed as Novices (back 
during the code requirement) and are still hams today and have no desire to 
upgrade to Tech. They have plenty of enjoyment hanging out doing cw. 
And if you are a general class and you aren’t continuing to increase your 
electronics knowledge or cant master the concepts required for the extra, you 
can still have plenty of enjoyment on hf. Theres plenty of spectrum alotted for 
the general class. Ham radio offers many things to everyone. The race to Extra 
shouldnt feel like a requirement. 

Hope this helps. 
Welcome to the hobby!
73
Chris
AC5CM

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> On Mar 20, 2023, at 15:21, M Reiter via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> 
> so maybe this is for the VEC, maybe I am just venting,  It took me 22 tries 
> to pass the Extra Exam,  I passed the tech on my first try and maybe third 
> for general.  
> If I had wanted to be an electrical engineer and design antennas for NASA I 
> would have gone to college for that. all I want to do is shoot the junk with 
> someone in Australia and ask him or her how the weather is down there.   for 
> a small increase in frequencies I am having to learn a huge amount of 
> electronic circuit theory.I feel this is just a bunch of old dudes 
> sitting in a room saying to each other " Ya that question will baffle them"  
> and not considering what questions might actually represent what is needed to 
> operate a radio.   seriously many operators do not know the phonetic alphabet 
> or at least not the reason to use it.  why do I need to know the reactance of 
> a pi-l circuit for 7.3 Mhz at 1800 somethings on the surface of the moon in 
> September in an odd solar year standing on one foot holding an antenna two 
> wavelengths from the surface if there are beetles moving underneath and I am 
> left handed.
> 
> Marc KI5ZHO
> 
> 
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