Re: [BVARC] VTVM needed

Hey Bill, Wouldn't an oscilloscope be the best tool for the job here? Alternatively - I just picked up a couple of these to serve as backups for my Fluke 117 - only $20, and just horsing around, I've already measured frequencies up to 144 MHz: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B015OFMUYO

Re: [BVARC] I need to get HIGH

Howdy Bill, My suggestion would be to call a tree trimming company. They have little guys that can scamper up those trees like squirrels, and would probably be much cheaper than a bucket truck or similar. 73, KF5YHP Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 24, 2016, at 5:58 PM, Bill Crowell, N4HPG

Re: [BVARC] Visit from Pearland Code Enforcement

Kinda makes you want to put up a 100' tower, doesn't it? "How do y'all like me NOW?!" ;-) Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 28, 2016, at 4:01 PM, Bill Crowell, N4HPG via BVARC > wrote: > > Howdy All, > > I was just chillin’ and watching a YouTube video on gunsmithing a

Re: [BVARC] Interesting take on FD generators

Hi Bill, I agree with your assessment of inverter v. traditional alternator generators in general - the only gens I still have are inverter type. But for short-term ops in the field, consider a properly-sized deep-cycle battery augmented with a 200-watt solar panel. No noise (RF or AF) or

Re: [BVARC] Solders- & mild irritants/poisons

Yep. Among the things I survived growing up were a stamped-metal stroller with sharp edges, chewing on lead airgun pellets, doing BMX with jumps and demo-derby at times on concrete streets, extensive leaden soldering in my bedroom, synthesizing and testing mercury fulminate, acetone peroxide,

Re: [BVARC] Fwd: BVARC contacts

Here you go:  http://www.bvarc.org/index1.php?page=roster 73, KF5YHP On 2/13/2017 4:21 PM, GMuller885--- via BVARC wrote: Can some one please help this person.   Gerald Muller K9GEM

Re: [BVARC] Kenwood TS-590SG

Howdy JP, All I can say is this: I currently have an FTDX1200 and an FT991, and I'm extremely happy with both. But if I were buying a main HF rig right now, I'd buy a TS-590SG. Outstanding reviews from everyone I've ever heard who had one (the receiver in particular), super-expandable, and

Re: [BVARC] Ceasing my efforts for Camp Hope Amateur Radio

Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 6, 2017, at 10:08 PM, Bob Hawkins via BVARC wrote: > > Dear BVARC, > > It is with sadness that I am reporting to you that Camp Hope Amateur Radio > Club is being discontinued. Well, it actually never got started. I still > believe that

Re: [BVARC] Questions for this evening's 2 meter net (03/27/2017)

Hi Rodney, Welcome the the club!  I'm an ARES member, and would be happy to help - just email me directly. 73, KF5YHP On 3/27/2017 3:56 PM, rodney martinez via BVARC wrote: Clint, I just

Re: [BVARC]  Wednesday BLT Construction Meeting and Critical Need for STXBLT FAA Contact Wizard! 

Hi Andy, I would like to volunteer for the FAA Comms position. I was involved in high-powered rocketry for years (NAR Level I, served as launch coordinator, RSO, etc), and was familiar with the waiver/call-in procedures back in the day (~20 years ago). You say it's easier now? Great!

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

I use LMR400 Ultraflex for all permanent installs (i.e., not "portable"). My rationale is, it's a capital expenditure that you only shell out for once, it's not THAT much more than cheaper options, and I can always repurpose it for just about any other application (V/U, e.g.) down the road. I

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 CONTEST!!

I think I've worked all the Houston guys, but if I missed you, let me know. Doing better now on my front porch with my portable rig/antenna than I was on the base (OH, AZ, Carrib, all 59). Gotta love this band! 73, KF5YHP Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 6, 2017, at 1:02 PM, Allen Brier N5XZ

Re: [BVARC] WTB 90' LMR-400

Marc Abramson, ABR Industries - 713-492-2722 73, KF5YHP On 5/3/2017 1:13 PM, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: Any recommendations on local suppliers? This is an inquiry for a ham friend in the

[BVARC] Van Allen, surfing on a VLF wave!

This is pretty cool: http://www.spaceflightinsider.com/missions/earth-science/van-allen-probes-detect-barrier-around-earth/ Sent from my iPhone ___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message

Re: [BVARC] Passed my General test

Or, just get your extra for the same reason I did - because it's there. If it's something you're passionate about, why not go all the way? At any rate, congrats on your general! And I'd be happy to "Elmer" you - although this list is a mighty fine resource in itself. 73, Rav KF5YHP On

Re: [BVARC] Looking for good end fed antennas

That's what I use too. It's a compromise radiator for sure, but it's super convenient, can work all bands with just the internal tuner on my FT-DX1200. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 3, 2017, at 11:14 AM, Jimmy Vance via BVARC wrote: > > I've used an Alpha J-Pole SR a few

Re: [BVARC] Generator gas stabilizers

I remove the ethanol myself from the gasoline I use in my generators, motorcycles, etc (i.e., anything with a carburetor). My method tends to start a controversy every time I mention it, so email me privately if you're interested. For what it's worth, it's based on science, and it's worked

[BVARC] Questions About the New Ham Bands (MF & LF)

Howdy all, I'm very happy to hear about the new 630-meter and 2200-meter ham bands.  I mean, even if it's a difficult part of the spectrum to make use of, it's still MORE spectrum we can use, right? But I am wondering about the practical aspect; exactly how

Re: [BVARC] Generator gas stabilizers

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Re: [BVARC] Generator gas stabilizers

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Re: [BVARC] Questions About the New Ham Bands (MF & LF)

Thanks so much for all that great information, John. I clearly have much to learn! 73, KF5YHP Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 19, 2017, at 5:54 PM, John Parmalee via BVARC wrote: > > There is quite a bit of information on the web about the new bands. As far > as i know there

Re: [BVARC] Callsign change

What a great call - congrats, Rodney! I may hit you up for advice on how to get that done. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 8, 2017, at 2:02 PM, rodney martinez via BVARC wrote: > > My old callsign of KC5MZK is no longer valid. It is now NK5Q. Much better > Morse Weight!

Re: [BVARC] Callsign change

you. at the range. Since there is a work party in progress the > gate may be unlocked. Just come in and look for the red Ford escape. > 4 > Jo L. KE7No silver bullets. > >> On Fri, Sep 8, 2017 at 2:50 PM, Ravi Patrick Ratnala via BVARC >> <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote: >

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Watching the Eclipse in MO

For my story, I've been an amateur astronomer all my life, and this particular event has been on my calendar for 40 years.  I remember reading about this eclipse in the books back then, thinking, "Wow, I'll be 48 years old when that happens.  I wonder if I'll still be

Re: [BVARC] Storm communications

I'm ARES - the freqs to monitor have already been covered here. Just set your B channel to scan the area repeaters and you shouldn't miss anything. The most important thing to keep in mind for this storm is to STAY PUT (unless your home itself - not your street - is truly in danger of

Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

Completely legal, but most services have moved to trunking systems on 800-900 MHz. You'll need a trunk tracking radio to keep up, but you can get "bits and pieces" just by scanning those freqs with an old fashioned scanner (if you have those bands covered). It's also legal for police to

Re: [BVARC] Boy Scout Troop in need of Ham help

Wow - FTDX-5000 - very generous indeed! Congrats! But please, don't just flip the switch to see what happens. I know others on this list will disagree with me (modern transceivers reduce power in the event of an impedance mismatch to protect finals, e.g.) - but why take the chance with a

Re: [BVARC] Australia

air at all, it > > will be 6pm Houston time. Sorry about that. > > > > Mike Hardwick. > > > >> On Aug 15, 2018, at 8:12 AM, Ravi Patrick Ratnala via BVARC > >> wrote: > >> > >> As could I. The gentleman from Zapata, TX was quite a

Re: [BVARC] Scott Royall - W5RUA - SK

Michael, thanks for letting us know.  I never had the pleasure of meeting Scott in person, but I had quite a few nice email discussions with him.  He was kind, knowledgeable, and had a great wit.  He will be missed by many.  Godspeed, Scott - your family are in our

Re: [BVARC] ☀ BLT-49.1 and BLT-49.2 Website Updates! ☀

Hey Andy - I just returned from a trip to Banff.  Are my services needed for this flight?  Still on board with the BLT over here. -Rav On 3/15/2018 12:16 AM, Andy via BVARC wrote: BLT Team!  

Re: [BVARC] FW: [tdxs-list] Fwd: [Elecraft] K3S for Sale

Doggonit Tom, Allen - amazing deal, and I want it so badly. It it just outdrives my locale, my antenna, my skill set, everything else so much. I am not worthy of that rig. But what a rig. Good luck y’all. 73, KF5YHP Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 16, 2018, at 8:44 PM, Allen Brier N5XZ via

Re: [BVARC] FW: Balloons launched at Hamfest today - BLT-49.1 still afloat and heading for Florida

My last email included a typo, of course; off by an order of magnitude. Looks like it did indeed pull up a bit - and there seems to be a dearth of digipeaters around the point of last contact (last RXs around 60+ miles away, ~90 degrees down the shoreline). Hope! Here’s looking for its

Re: [BVARC] FW: Balloons launched at Hamfest today - BLT-49.1 still afloat and heading for Florida

I haven’t stopped watching telemetry, all day - at least there’s no way it doesn’t make it to the Atlantic! Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 17, 2018, at 10:08 PM, Bill Dillon via BVARC wrote: > > Alas, the balloon is loosing altitude at a steady rate. Now (10pm), below >

Re: [BVARC] FW: Balloons launched at Hamfest today - BLT-49.1 still afloat and heading for Florida

1900’ AGL now - SO close! ... Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 17, 2018, at 10:08 PM, Bill Dillon via BVARC wrote: > > Alas, the balloon is loosing altitude at a steady rate. Now (10pm), below > 19,000 feet (Pull up! Pull up!). Glad the battery is still powering the >

Re: [BVARC] OT: Moving Outlook files to new computer

Hey Allen - I did that a hundred times in a past life. What version of Outlook, on what version of Windows? Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 27, 2018, at 12:48 PM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC > wrote: > > I am trying to move Outlook files/accounts to a new computer. I thought I > knew how but

Re: [BVARC] OT: Moving Outlook from old to new computer

There ya go! Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 27, 2018, at 3:11 PM, Allen Brier via BVARC wrote: > > Assuming everyone gets this, I seem to have figured it out myself. > > Still, a lot of things to set up. > > Allen N5XZ > ___ > BVARC mailing list >

Re: [BVARC] Especially for those that won’t be able to make it to the Houston  HamFest this weekend . PLEASE REPOST

gt; material! >> >> Nizar >> >> From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Ravi Patrick >> Ratnala via BVARC >> Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2019 5:11 PM >> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB >> Cc: Ravi Patrick Ratnala; the-woo

[BVARC] Induction Cooktops

Howdy all, I've always been intrigued by the idea of inductive/magnetic heating.  I'm remodeling now, and I'm considering a cooktop with an induction option, but I have a hard time believing they don't produce any RF as a byproduct.  Anyone have any experience with these?  Are they

Re: [BVARC] Induction Cooktops

All excellent comments, everyone - thanks for the input! 73 de N5OL Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 16, 2019, at 8:43 PM, Michael Monsour via BVARC > wrote: > > Get the model number and get the service information. This thing just might > use pulse modulation to vary the heat.(like is used on

Re: [BVARC] Especially for those that won’t be able to make it to the Houston  HamFest this weekend . PLEASE REPOST

Sounds like y'all are talking about moving through the tropopause; from the troposphere, and upward through the stratosphere.  Temperature decreases (generally) with altitude in the troposphere, because this region is ruled by thermal heating of the ground (and

Re: [BVARC] Why you do not mount a tower to your house with out prober backeing

That is downright scary looking. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 7, 2019, at 11:44 AM, Gerald Muller via BVARC wrote: > > > > Sent from Mail for Windows 10 > > <20190707_112218.jpg> > <20190707_112155.jpg> > ___ > BVARC mailing list >

Re: [BVARC] Fwd: West Gulf Division Director Ballot Delivery Delays

I got mine today! (Not gloating, just reporting a reportedly rare sighting.) N5OL Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 17, 2019, at 7:52 PM, Ron Litt via BVARC wrote: > > No ballot. Got an excuse card from ARRL though > >> On Wed, Oct 16, 2019, 16:17 Rick Hiller via BVARC wrote: >> Nope >> RH >>

Re: [BVARC] Antenna Theory Technical Question

Interesting antenna. Off the top of my head, at RF, I’d say there’s no difference in the resistive component of impedance; you’re still talking about a 5-ohm material. The reactive component probably does have to be modeled. The big issue I see is that, unless all the component wires are

Re: [BVARC] New Pallets

The Pallets are gone.  Thanks to all who responded. Have a great weekend all, 73 de N5OL On 4/16/2020 10:07 PM, Keith Dutson via BVARC wrote: I will take them. 73, Keith NM5G -Original Message- From: BVARC On Behalf Of Ravi Patrick Ratnala via BVARC Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 4

[BVARC] New Pallets

I had new flooring delivered this morning (curbside - oh, my back), and I have 3 brand new white pine pallets leftover from the exercise. Free for the taking (pickup only). At first I figured this is probably unrelated to radio - but then it occurred to me how creative folks in this group

Re: [BVARC] Current Roster

Hi Eddie, Me too. Old Call: KF5YHP New Call: N5OL I agree, keep up the good work, and thanks! 73 Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 18, 2020, at 12:54 PM, Jack C via BVARC wrote: > > Hello Eddie: > > I guess you're doing the roster.. I'm the Secretary for KARS and have the > same

Re: [BVARC] Antenna Mounting Options

I’ll throw my $0.02 in (truly all it’s worth): I have a similar setup at my house - power lines through the back yard at about 30’ high, probably 60’ or so laterally from my chimney; single-story house; 10-foot dual-band vertical mounted on chimney, extending above it. We love building big,

Re: [BVARC] Fm transmitter for Easter service

Marty, I've read the same thing - somewhere - but I can't find anything permitting it in the regs, so I don't know if it's true.  If it is, I imagine it would be for things like bluetooth devices that are designed to pump spotify from your phone through your car's

Re: [BVARC] FCC Proposes to Reinstate Amateur Radio Service Fees

That’s a nice deal! I’d grab a 7300 myself if I could get that deal now. And on cheap HF radios: I paid $579 for my FT-891, brand new. Fantastic radio with a “full” 100 watts. It’s become my go-to travel / field rig. And since I’m here, +1 against another arbitrary administrative agency

Re: [BVARC] 2020-10-19 SCN

the wind.   On Tue, Oct 20, 2020, 13:03 Ravi Patrick Ratnala via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote: Hey KJ, Just want to say I'm enjoying your synopses of the SCN, especially since I can't tak

Re: [BVARC] Mail forwarding services?

Rick hit the nail on the head; since your home address was already listed with the FCC, the genie is already out of the bottle - for now, anyway.  It may be possible to scrub all those crawlers, databases, etc. eventually, by obfuscating now; can't hurt to try if it's

Re: [BVARC] Stir Crazy Net 2020-12-14: Winlink

Well, sounds like I missed a good one today.  I'm an old Winlink (well, RMS Express) user; been out of the game for a while, and I've missed a bunch of ARES drills / nets this year because they keep coinciding with family stuff. So yeah, I do have a question - I've

Re: [BVARC] Good Goodies for the Holidays

I have no need for any of that gear, but man, that is a great deal, JP!  Merry Christmas, somebody! 73, Ravi N5OL On 11/18/2020 12:32 PM, JP Pritchard via BVARC wrote: Just in time for the holidays! A

Re: [BVARC] 2020-10-19 SCN

Hey KJ, Just want to say I'm enjoying your synopses of the SCN, especially since I can't take part every day. WRT the favorite movies theme, I'm glad to say that you guys covered most of my all-time favorites.  Some notables that I'd add are some of my

Re: [BVARC] YES!!!! Our email list is publicly available?!?!?!?!?

Quote:  "Ravi, the 'private' wording on the list signup page refers to the ability to access the raw email addresses of the list subscribers" I think you may have meant "Kori."  I haven't weighed in on this topic (yet). 73, Ravi N5OL On 2/3/2021