From ka1uln1 at gmail.com  Thu Aug  1 15:57:44 2024
From: ka1uln1 at gmail.com (ka1uln@arrl.net)
Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2024 16:57:44 -0400
Subject: [bars] September BARS in person meeting
Message-ID: <CADgCPsTG=Ya93XyqSnyx3HJ2wp1aNpLkBi67v6xj9i6D8A-hSw@mail.gmail.com>

hello BARS,

I  talked  with the  PRES,  and   asked  about this.
September  BARS  "in person" meeting we  encourage  everyone  to come and
bring  something     to  give  away  or  sell.

 we  will have a

     1. * give away  area-table*
         and a
     2. * sell area- table*.

so see ya  September 4, 2024  7 pm
-- 
    73  Niece
Please  listen for  my   10m  CW  beacon   28.2235

ARRL member
when hear YL on FREQ: they take precedence! Take YL QSO first

check out:  KA1ULN.BLOGSPOT.COM
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From trilsys at yahoo.com  Sat Aug  3 14:59:35 2024
From: trilsys at yahoo.com (Edward Lipchus)
Date: Sat, 3 Aug 2024 19:59:35 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [bars] Ham radio history
References: <1465172544.3481990.1722715175002.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1465172544.3481990.1722715175002@mail.yahoo.com>

The Rich History of Ham Radio Culture

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From douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net  Sun Aug  4 12:27:58 2024
From: douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net (DOUGLAS BRUCE)
Date: Sun, 4 Aug 2024 13:27:58 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [bars] Net Notes W1HH Net Wednesday Night July 31, 2024
In-Reply-To: <277600121.191206.1722426337058@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <277600121.191206.1722426337058@connect.xfinity.com>
Message-ID: <439514751.258601.1722792478916@connect.xfinity.com>

Good AfternoonAll,
 
The following 15 fine Amateur Radio Operators checked into the W1HH Wednesday Night on July 31. Thanks to everyone who took the time to check into our net.
 
Call Sign     Name          QTH
WZ1L          Bill               Bradford (mobile) In and Out
W2BPL       Chris           Bedford
KC1TLE     John            N Billerica
N1ECC       Erving         Lowell
KC1THS     Tom            Wilmington
W7LSG       Ken            Billerica
N1CVO       Shawn        Lowell
WB1HBU    Eric             Beautiful West Lynn
KC1FTJ      John            Equally Beautiful North Chelmsford
N1ALO       Peter           Wilds of Dracut
NF1A          Art               Billerica
W1LPG      Brendan       Bedford
W1KBE      Steve           Westford
KC1NMX    Joanne        South Lowell
KC1TLF     Dave            Moultonborough, NH
 
15 Check Ins... and the winner is ...Billerica with 3 check ins!
 
Until Next Time,
 
73,
Doug
N1WRN
 

> On 07/31/2024 7:45 AM EDT DOUGLAS BRUCE via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>  
>  
> Welcome to this week?s edition of "NET NOTES" !!  
>  We will be having our BARS weekly net tonight at 08:00 pm EDT or 00:00 UTC
> 
>   Show your support!! Please join in the fun ? all are most welcome.
>  
> Doug, N1WRN, will be your host tonight for the festivities! 
> 
>   NOTE: CHANGE IN REPEATER ? BARS IS NOW USING WESTFORD!!!
> 
>   Here is the repeater info:
> 
>   QTH: Westford
> 
>  FREQ: 146.955  MHz
> 
>  CALL: WB1GOF
> 
>   Offset:  - 0.6 MHz
> 
>   Tone:  CTCSS 74.4 Hz
> 
>   NOTICE!! WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP OUT BY DOING THE NET ONCE EVERY FEW WEEKS!!!!  Please contact Doug, N1WRN,      for more info.
> 
>   73,
>   Doug
>   N1WRN
>   Billerica Amateur Radio Society Net Manager
>  
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From w2iry.kayla at gmail.com  Mon Aug  5 17:33:51 2024
From: w2iry.kayla at gmail.com (Kayla Creamer)
Date: Mon, 5 Aug 2024 18:33:51 -0400
Subject: [bars] BARS August 2024 Newsletter
Message-ID: <CAN+pPjDmAUXd3oWP5-Ggg=JSAVsVgL2N0J3Lw-NGTDW+pf3PYQ@mail.gmail.com>

Hi everyone,

We've got a great newsletter ready for your reading pleasure. Thanks, as
always, to our newsletter editor, Marla, for putting this together every
month. Also, thanks to those of you who contributed articles. Without
articles, there is no newsletter. If you have something you'd like to
submit for a future newsletter, be sure to send it to Marla at
wa1gsf at comcast.net. Here's the link for this month's newsletter:
https://bit.ly/Aug2024BARSNewsletter

This Wednesday, 8/7, is our monthly membership meeting. Note that this
month's meeting will take place via Zoom only at 7 pm EST. The meeting is
not in person this month. Be on the lookout for Zoom info from Bruce over
the next couple of days. This month's guest speaker will be Steve Johnston,
WD8DAS, on WWVH in Hawaii. Be sure to check out this month's newsletter or
w1hh.org for more info on Steve and his presentation.

As a reminder, BARS dues run from January 1 through December 31. Dues are
just $15 for the year and help pay for the club Zoom account, the website,
Field Day activities, etc. If you have not renewed, you can do so online at
https://www.w1hh.org/join-or-renew/. If you're not sure if you are current
or not, email our club treasurer, Bruce Anderson, at w1lus at hotmail.com.

Thanks and hope to see you at the meeting!

73,
Kayla
W2IRY
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From w1lus at hotmail.com  Tue Aug  6 16:54:48 2024
From: w1lus at hotmail.com (Bruce Anderson)
Date: Tue, 6 Aug 2024 21:54:48 +0000
Subject: [bars] =?windows-1252?q?BARS_ZOOM_meeting_August_7=2C_7=3A00_PM_?=
 =?windows-1252?q?=93A_Virtual_Tour_of_WWVH=94?=
Message-ID: <DM4P223MB0471FF0443C55A436CCDF5D3E3B32@DM4P223MB0471.NAMP223.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>

Below is your link to the August 7, 7:00 PM ZOOM meeting of the Billerica Amateur Radio Society

Topic: "A Virtual Tour of WWVH? Presenter: Steve Johnston, WD8DAS, We will have a YouTube video discussing the operations of radio station WWVH in Hawaii. This video is a virtual tour of the NIST shortwave time standard station for the Pacific which broadcasts on 2.5, 5, 10, and 15Mhz with highly accurate frequency and time signals, propagation (geomagnetic storm) bulletins, and other special announcements. Steve Johnston, WD8DAS, has been a builder, repairer, and restorer of electronic equipment nearly all his life. He started by taking apart radios as a youngster and became a ham at age 13. He was active in school radio clubs, including the University of Akron club station W8UPD in Ohio, and the international N.E.R.T. radio club. All this ultimately led to his career as a broadcast engineer. In the rare hours not spent with radio, he pursues other interests such as writing, beekeeping, and history. Steve has been a ham since 1976 and lives near Madison Wisconsin with his wife, Christy. Steve has experimented on the 630-meter band (472-479 kHz). These projects demonstrated that ham operation using practical rigs and suburban-size antennas would work on this band. Much more information can be found at http://www.wd8das.net.

Time: Aug 7, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time

Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZEqcO-tpjguGtwuXhoQ8QsksvxxbrbJosIw/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGtqTwsH9yWtBmPRpwMB4_CM-_xiHZbjbdKiSftDBELUxD9JfRaKrBtEvLf

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 857 7658 3408
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Sat Aug 10 15:03:51 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 16:03:51 -0400
Subject: [bars] Finally got the radio I've been salivating after...
Message-ID: <CANxHLxRUL6=1P4d0A2G6=FOEiQTpF=5omNMNA1179zA7aS1Rkw@mail.gmail.com>

Picked up a 2nd hand Yaesu FT-991A and now I have everything I need with
one radio and one USB cable. HF/6M/VHF/UHF and no-hassle FT8 with a
double-choke cable.

Now I have to sell all the other gear I will not be using.

73,
K1CPR
Juan
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From k1dc.radio at gmail.com  Sat Aug 10 15:09:34 2024
From: k1dc.radio at gmail.com (Tim K1DC)
Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 16:09:34 -0400
Subject: [bars] Finally got the radio I've been salivating after...
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxRUL6=1P4d0A2G6=FOEiQTpF=5omNMNA1179zA7aS1Rkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxRUL6=1P4d0A2G6=FOEiQTpF=5omNMNA1179zA7aS1Rkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <876aa414-543e-48d1-b8d1-4e6f82981dfb@gmail.com>

I love my TS-2000 'shack-in-a-box' radio! There are compromises, of 
course, but it sure does cut down on the desk clutter.

73,

Tim - K1DC


On 08/10/2024 16:03, Juan Jim?nez wrote:
> Picked up a 2nd hand Yaesu FT-991A and now I have everything I need 
> with one radio and one USB cable. HF/6M/VHF/UHF and no-hassle FT8 with 
> a double-choke cable.
>
> Now I have to sell all the other gear I will not be using.
>
> 73,
> K1CPR
> Juan
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net  Sat Aug 10 15:38:31 2024
From: douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net (Doug)
Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 16:38:31 -0400
Subject: [bars] Finally got the radio I've been salivating after...
In-Reply-To: <876aa414-543e-48d1-b8d1-4e6f82981dfb@gmail.com>
References: <876aa414-543e-48d1-b8d1-4e6f82981dfb@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <E9ACEA5B-9444-47E5-8B8B-EBF51DACD51B@comcast.net>

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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Sat Aug 10 17:59:49 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 18:59:49 -0400
Subject: [bars] Finally got the radio I've been salivating after...
In-Reply-To: <E9ACEA5B-9444-47E5-8B8B-EBF51DACD51B@comcast.net>
References: <876aa414-543e-48d1-b8d1-4e6f82981dfb@gmail.com>
 <E9ACEA5B-9444-47E5-8B8B-EBF51DACD51B@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <CANxHLxQhuN8BZJN73jRHatxX7CJJBkBmSo=wFBg7_+KHRGY-2g@mail.gmail.com>

For the 2m/70cm side I have a j-pole on the roof. For the HF side I have a
Cobra Ultralight Sr that I need to string across two trees, and a 500 watt
Collins 30S-1 linear amp.

On Sat, Aug 10, 2024, 16:38 Doug via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> Hello Juan,
>
> Congrats on the new rig! What antenna will you be using with it?
>
> 73,
> Doug
> N1WRN
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Aug 10, 2024, at 4:10?PM, Tim K1DC <k1dc.radio at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> ? I love my TS-2000 'shack-in-a-box' radio!  There are compromises, of
> course, but it sure does cut down on the desk clutter.
>
> 73,
>
> Tim - K1DC
>
>
> On 08/10/2024 16:03, Juan Jim?nez wrote:
>
> Picked up a 2nd hand Yaesu FT-991A and now I have everything I need with
> one radio and one USB cable. HF/6M/VHF/UHF and no-hassle FT8 with a
> double-choke cable.
>
> Now I have to sell all the other gear I will not be using.
>
> 73,
> K1CPR
> Juan
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing listbars at w1hh.orghttp://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From goulet.bob at gmail.com  Sat Aug 10 20:24:25 2024
From: goulet.bob at gmail.com (BG)
Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 21:24:25 -0400
Subject: [bars] Finally got the radio I've been salivating after...
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxRUL6=1P4d0A2G6=FOEiQTpF=5omNMNA1179zA7aS1Rkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxRUL6=1P4d0A2G6=FOEiQTpF=5omNMNA1179zA7aS1Rkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1aa54de5-da9c-44bf-b47b-57ad74f24c64@gmail.com>

Juan,? I am supposed to pick up that same model radio tomorrow.? Used one in the past and loved the way it worked. Looking forward getting it and excited to have all bands in one rig. 

Enjoy! 

Bob

?Get BlueMail for Android ?

On Aug 10, 2024, 4:03 PM, at 4:03 PM, "Juan Jim?nez" <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>Picked up a 2nd hand Yaesu FT-991A and now I have everything I need
>with
>one radio and one USB cable. HF/6M/VHF/UHF and no-hassle FT8 with a
>double-choke cable.
>
>Now I have to sell all the other gear I will not be using.
>
>73,
>K1CPR
>Juan
>
>
>------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>_______________________________________________
>bars mailing list
>bars at w1hh.org
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Sat Aug 10 20:57:15 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 21:57:15 -0400
Subject: [bars] Finally got the radio I've been salivating after...
In-Reply-To: <1aa54de5-da9c-44bf-b47b-57ad74f24c64@gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxRUL6=1P4d0A2G6=FOEiQTpF=5omNMNA1179zA7aS1Rkw@mail.gmail.com>
 <1aa54de5-da9c-44bf-b47b-57ad74f24c64@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTjeZmmmXPo8BYG-xEFX+VkpzmR5RMYJwq+e8H0UACpJA@mail.gmail.com>

Congrats! ?

On Sat, Aug 10, 2024, 21:24 BG <goulet.bob at gmail.com> wrote:

> Juan,  I am supposed to pick up that same model radio tomorrow.  Used one
> in the past and loved the way it worked. Looking forward getting it and
> excited to have all bands in one rig.
>
> Enjoy!
>
> Bob
>
> Get BlueMail for Android <https://bluemail.me>
> On Aug 10, 2024, at 4:03 PM, "Juan Jim?nez" <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>>
>> Picked up a 2nd hand Yaesu FT-991A and now I have everything I need with
>> one radio and one USB cable. HF/6M/VHF/UHF and no-hassle FT8 with a
>> double-choke cable.
>>
>> Now I have to sell all the other gear I will not be using.
>>
>> 73,
>> K1CPR
>> Juan
>>
>> ------------------------------
>>
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
>> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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From k1dc.radio at gmail.com  Tue Aug 13 18:07:01 2024
From: k1dc.radio at gmail.com (Tim K1DC)
Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 19:07:01 -0400
Subject: [bars] WTB: lightning arrestor w/ female N connectors for 432.
Message-ID: <9fd33428-1043-4148-b6f0-b49bf95f4339@gmail.com>

Like it says on the tin...

If anyone has one surplus to their needs I'm interested!

73,

Tim - K1DC
-- 

Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that /includes/ a headphone jack.

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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Tue Aug 13 20:00:09 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 21:00:09 -0400
Subject: [bars] FT8 on VHF?
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTtie2MU+GynuATHk0dOp=cDE3mjE-O8=BZN7ikLmHubg@mail.gmail.com>

I am trying an experiment here to see if I can actually do FT8 on 2m, since
the WSJT-X software allows that, but even though I see activity on DXHEAT I
can't see any signals at all.

Do I have to do anything special on the radio or the software to get this
to work?

73,
Juan
K1CPR
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From k1dc.radio at gmail.com  Tue Aug 13 21:45:02 2024
From: k1dc.radio at gmail.com (Tim K1DC)
Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 22:45:02 -0400
Subject: [bars] FT8 on VHF?
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxTtie2MU+GynuATHk0dOp=cDE3mjE-O8=BZN7ikLmHubg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxTtie2MU+GynuATHk0dOp=cDE3mjE-O8=BZN7ikLmHubg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1f19f0d4-8812-4f23-b229-94f3291ff4c2@gmail.com>

There is very little local activity outside of contests.? There are 
occasional 'DX' openings but they are rare. There is more activity on 6m 
but the season for 'magic' propagation on 6 is coming to a close.? It 
runs from May'ish-Aug'ish.

There is a VHF contest coming up next month and you'll be able to find a 
lot more traffic on all the VHF bands.

BTW, I just got my 2, 6 and 432 antennas back in the air today. I'll try 
go listen on 2m FT8 tomorrow.

73,

Tim - K1DC


On 08/13/2024 21:00, Juan Jim?nez wrote:
> I am trying an experiment here to see if I can actually do FT8 on 2m, 
> since the WSJT-X software allows that, but even though I see activity 
> on DXHEAT I can't see any signals at all.
>
> Do I have to do anything special on the radio or the software to get 
> this to work?
>
> 73,
> Juan
> K1CPR
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From kb1fqg at yahoo.com  Wed Aug 14 05:22:07 2024
From: kb1fqg at yahoo.com (John Flood)
Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:22:07 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [bars] [mmra] FT8 on VHF?
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxTtie2MU+GynuATHk0dOp=cDE3mjE-O8=BZN7ikLmHubg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxTtie2MU+GynuATHk0dOp=cDE3mjE-O8=BZN7ikLmHubg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <600006389.4001316.1723630927615@mail.yahoo.com>

No i don't use Ft8. I wonder if you are just out of range for the signals that are there.

Yahoo Mail: Search, Organize, Conquer 
 
  On Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 5:05 AM, Juan Jim?nez<k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:   I am trying an experiment here to see if I can actually do FT8 on 2m, since the WSJT-X software allows that, but even though I see activity on DXHEAT I can't see any signals at all.
Do I have to do anything special on the radio or the software to get this to work?
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From jeff at aj1l.com  Wed Aug 14 05:39:26 2024
From: jeff at aj1l.com (Jeff Lehmann)
Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:39:26 +0000
Subject: [bars] [mmra] FT8 on VHF?
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There typically isn?t any activity on FT8 on 2 meters unless there is a band opening or a VHF contest. Give it a try during the September VHF contest and you?ll probably see some activity.

73
Jeff - AJ1L

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?
I am trying an experiment here to see if I can actually do FT8 on 2m, since the WSJT-X software allows that, but even though I see activity on DXHEAT I can't see any signals at all.

Do I have to do anything special on the radio or the software to get this to work?

73,
Juan
K1CPR
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From pdabos042 at gmail.com  Wed Aug 14 06:06:28 2024
From: pdabos042 at gmail.com (Peter Dabos)
Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:06:28 -0400
Subject: [bars] [mmra] FT8 on VHF?
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In my experience, yes, you can make FT8 contacts on 2 meters, but they need
to be in the local area, and you need to try a contest weekend.

The best time to try this would be the ARRL VHF contest.  The next contest
is September 14 to 16.

With my station, I can usually get about 5 to 10 contacts on FT8 2 meters
on the ARRL VHF weekends.  I am using an ICOM IC-705 which produces about
10 watts.  My antenna is a horizontal dipole in the attic.  This antenna is
easy to build.

I have also had good luck during the CQ magazine VHF contest.

During the ARRL Field Day, I found one station on the air on FT8 2m.

If there is no contest on a particular weekend, then it is very difficult
for me to find FT8 activity on 2 meters.

73s,


Peter Dabos
N1CEO



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bd5.com at groups.io> wrote:

> I am trying an experiment here to see if I can actually do FT8 on 2m,
> since the WSJT-X software allows that, but even though I see activity on
> DXHEAT I can't see any signals at all.
>
> Do I have to do anything special on the radio or the software to get this
> to work?
>
> 73,
> Juan
> K1CPR
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From jbammi at mac.com  Wed Aug 14 07:55:09 2024
From: jbammi at mac.com (JWAHAR BAMMI)
Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:55:09 -0400
Subject: [bars] [mmra] FT8 on VHF?
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My experience mirrors Peter?s, had contacts in MA and NH during contests/field day

I have 1 solitary contact on 70 cm ever. I throw out cq just in case, and in 1 case someone shockingly replied!

73 de ws1m
Bammi


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> ?


From jim at k1ir.com  Wed Aug 14 09:22:32 2024
From: jim at k1ir.com (Jim Idelson)
Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:22:32 -0400
Subject: [bars] [mmra] FT8 on VHF?
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Make a sked with someone to see how it goes.

Are you using a horizontally or vertically polarized antenna?
Omnidirectional or directional? How high?

You probably want a horizontally polarized antenna to be compatible with
other stations on the band.

If you have a rotatable directional antenna, you need to have a sense for
the beamwidth so you know how accurately the antenna needs to be pointed at
the other station. If you're calling cq, you want to be pointed to a place
where a reply is likely to come from.

Good luck!

73 Jim K1IR

On Wed, Aug 14, 2024, 08:26 John Flood via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> No i don't use Ft8. I wonder if you are just out of range for the signals
> that are there.
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> On Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 5:05 AM, Juan Jim?nez
> <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
> I am trying an experiment here to see if I can actually do FT8 on 2m,
> since the WSJT-X software allows that, but even though I see activity on
> DXHEAT I can't see any signals at all.
>
> Do I have to do anything special on the radio or the software to get this
> to work?
>
> 73,
> Juan
> K1CPR
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From jbammi at mac.com  Wed Aug 14 09:36:29 2024
From: jbammi at mac.com (Jwahar Bammi)
Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:36:29 -0400
Subject: [bars] [mmra] FT8 on VHF?
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Another good way to test your 2M setup is to join the local 2M net at 8 PM on Mondays on 144.195 USB

 

73 de ws1m

Bammi

 

 

From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> On Behalf Of Jim Idelson
Sent: Wednesday, August 14, 2024 10:23 AM
To: John Flood <kb1fqg at yahoo.com>
Cc: mmra at groups.io; w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
Subject: Re: [bars] [mmra] FT8 on VHF?

 

Make a sked with someone to see how it goes.

 

Are you using a horizontally or vertically polarized antenna? Omnidirectional or directional? How high?

 

You probably want a horizontally polarized antenna to be compatible with other stations on the band.

 

If you have a rotatable directional antenna, you need to have a sense for the beamwidth so you know how accurately the antenna needs to be pointed at the other station. If you're calling cq, you want to be pointed to a place where a reply is likely to come from. 

 

Good luck! 

 

73 Jim K1IR

 

On Wed, Aug 14, 2024, 08:26 John Flood via bars <bars at w1hh.org <mailto:bars at w1hh.org> > wrote:

No i don't use Ft8. I wonder if you are just out of range for the signals that are there.

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On Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 5:05 AM, Juan Jim?nez

<k1cpr at bd5.com <mailto:k1cpr at bd5.com> > wrote:

I am trying an experiment here to see if I can actually do FT8 on 2m, since the WSJT-X software allows that, but even though I see activity on DXHEAT I can't see any signals at all.

 

Do I have to do anything special on the radio or the software to get this to work?

 

73,

Juan

K1CPR

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From jweitzen at comcast.net  Thu Aug 15 14:19:11 2024
From: jweitzen at comcast.net (jay weitzen)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:19:11 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [bars] Yasu 991A vs icom 705
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Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem to be HF to 70 cm.
 
 
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From ka1uln1 at gmail.com  Thu Aug 15 14:32:19 2024
From: ka1uln1 at gmail.com (ka1uln@arrl.net)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:32:19 -0400
Subject: [bars] Yasu 991A vs icom 705
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ICOM for sure.   NO QUESTION

    73  Niece
Please  listen for  my   10m  CW  beacon   28.2235

ARRL member
when hear YL on FREQ: they take precedence! Take YL QSO first

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On Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 15:19 jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem to
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From kc1ula.nh at gmail.com  Thu Aug 15 14:42:55 2024
From: kc1ula.nh at gmail.com (Scott L)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:42:55 -0400
Subject: [bars] Yasu 991A vs icom 705
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Thu Aug 15 14:53:50 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:53:50 -0400
Subject: [bars] Yasu 991A vs icom 705
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I considered the 705 until I saw it is a low power QRP radio. The 991a is
100 watts HF and 50 watts VHF and UHF.

On Thu, Aug 15, 2024, 15:19 jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem to
> be HF to 70 cm.
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From verhulst at comcast.net  Thu Aug 15 14:55:10 2024
From: verhulst at comcast.net (Tony Verhulst)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:55:10 -0400
Subject: [bars] ***SPAM*** Re:  Yasu 991A vs icom 705
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If you get the Icom, you'll likely want a 100W (at least) amplifier.

Tony w1dys

On 8/15/2024 3:32 PM, ka1uln at arrl.net wrote:
> ICOM for sure. ? NO QUESTION
>
>
> On Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 15:19 jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>
>     Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both
>     seem to be HF to 70 cm.
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From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Thu Aug 15 15:45:26 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:45:26 -0400
Subject: [bars] ***SPAM*** Re: Yasu 991A vs icom 705
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ICom is newer tech but QRP power. Yaesu is proven tech, bigger and full
power. My bias is to Yaesu as I have 5 Yaesu models of various age ... The
101MP is a fantastic rig.
RichieT
W1RJT

On Thu, Aug 15, 2024, 3:55?PM Tony Verhulst via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> If you get the Icom, you'll likely want a 100W (at least) amplifier.
>
> Tony w1dys
>
> On 8/15/2024 3:32 PM, ka1uln at arrl.net wrote:
>
> ICOM for sure.   NO QUESTION
>
>
> On Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 15:19 jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>
>> Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem to
>> be HF to 70 cm.
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From: ka1uln1 at gmail.com (ka1uln@arrl.net)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:56:39 -0400
Subject: [bars] Yasu 991A vs icom 705
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 <CANxHLxRrW-6EMxb9oVhTeeza9mC-N9SGVeFGUHj7AH2drndhpg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CADgCPsTtkDwKpQ3QnbNq6a5XZ0USNEG3o9iyWB0L9SaDNwLgsw@mail.gmail.com>

Hey   guys  and  gals   QRP  is  a good  thing.  YOU  will never  have
enough  power... BUT  with  QRP  it will really make  you understand  your
shack and  setup.
also remember  * ANTENNA  is  where  you get the  most bang for the  buck
not  amplifier!*

remember YOU will never  have more power than the other  guy.

remember   from  taking our  test   "always  use  the least amount of power
possible"

just saying
Niece

On Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 3:54?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:

> I considered the 705 until I saw it is a low power QRP radio. The 991a is
> 100 watts HF and 50 watts VHF and UHF.
>
> On Thu, Aug 15, 2024, 15:19 jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>
>> Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem to
>> be HF to 70 cm.
>>
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>


-- 
    73  Niece
Please  listen for  my   10m  CW  beacon   28.2235

ARRL member
when hear YL on FREQ: they take precedence! Take YL QSO first

check out:  KA1ULN.BLOGSPOT.COM
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From ka1rrw at yahoo.com  Thu Aug 15 16:08:22 2024
From: ka1rrw at yahoo.com (Miles m)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 17:08:22 -0400
Subject: [bars] Yasu 991A vs icom 705
In-Reply-To: <CADgCPsTtkDwKpQ3QnbNq6a5XZ0USNEG3o9iyWB0L9SaDNwLgsw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CADgCPsTtkDwKpQ3QnbNq6a5XZ0USNEG3o9iyWB0L9SaDNwLgsw@mail.gmail.com>
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From crlobdell1 at gmail.com  Thu Aug 15 20:39:29 2024
From: crlobdell1 at gmail.com (Chris Lobdell)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 21:39:29 -0400
Subject: [bars] W1HH NET CHECK INS - 08-14-24
Message-ID: <88CD719F-7A2D-4B02-9CB9-7BEE2919D9EC@gmail.com>

Many thanks to the following 15 HAMs that checked in tonight!

KC1TLE - John - N. Billerica

W7LSG - Ken - Billerica

K1DC - Tim -Andover

WB1HBU - Eric - West Lynn

KC1FTJ - John - N. Chelmsford

W1LUS - Bruce - Tewksbury

KC1OXG - Bob - Framingham

KC1TJD - Kevin - Westford

KC1KSU - Chris - N. Andover

K1THF - Tom - Wilmington

N1CVO - Shawn - Lowell

KA1ULN - Niece - Andover

KC1NMX - JoAnne - Lowell

KC1TLF - Dave - Tyngsboro (in Moultonboro, NH

K0YLW - Jeff - Wayland

Until next week, 73 & Gud DX!

- Chris Lobdell KC1IUK

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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Fri Aug 16 08:13:40 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 09:13:40 -0400
Subject: [bars] FT-757GX display
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTHdmWV6YjVHu9X+jYOjXUR=K4JL7ig1kD+NXvdnpPZXw@mail.gmail.com>

Does anyone know where I can find a replacement display, new or
used/serviceable, for an FT-757GX (not the "ii" model)? I have a friend in
Argentina who has one with a broken display and can't find a replacement.

73,
K1CPR
Juan
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From kwaj.speedo at gmail.com  Fri Aug 16 09:25:31 2024
From: kwaj.speedo at gmail.com (Christopher Lennon)
Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 10:25:31 -0400
Subject: [bars] Yasu 991A vs icom 705
In-Reply-To: <4989147E-460B-4514-A7F2-7727C6707900@yahoo.com>
References: <CADgCPsTtkDwKpQ3QnbNq6a5XZ0USNEG3o9iyWB0L9SaDNwLgsw@mail.gmail.com>
 <4989147E-460B-4514-A7F2-7727C6707900@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CANEWh+v49W+sn7d=e+ZJxQMbO3o8sgxLAQ3f48KZZNLumqe=0g@mail.gmail.com>

Ha!  Whenever I get the urge to go full power I get hives thinking about
how complicated it is.

If you are in the QRP world the 705 is the dream, aspire-to, radio.

Chris
W2BPL
Sent from my phone.

On Thu, Aug 15, 2024, 5:08?PM Miles m via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

>
> I am not sure who first said this. . .
>
> Life is too short for QRP!!!!!!!
>
>
> GMM
>
> On Aug 15, 2024, at 4:57?PM, ka1uln1 at gmail.com wrote:
>
> ?
> Hey   guys  and  gals   QRP  is  a good  thing.  YOU  will never  have
> enough  power... BUT  with  QRP  it will really make  you understand  your
> shack and  setup.
> also remember  * ANTENNA  is  where  you get the  most bang for the
> buck  not  amplifier!*
>
> remember YOU will never  have more power than the other  guy.
>
> remember   from  taking our  test   "always  use  the least amount of
> power possible"
>
> just saying
> Niece
>
> On Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 3:54?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>
>> I considered the 705 until I saw it is a low power QRP radio. The 991a is
>> 100 watts HF and 50 watts VHF and UHF.
>>
>> On Thu, Aug 15, 2024, 15:19 jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem
>>> to be HF to 70 cm.
>>>
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> bars mailing list
>>> bars at w1hh.org
>>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
>
>
> --
>     73  Niece
> Please  listen for  my   10m  CW  beacon   28.2235
>
> ARRL member
> when hear YL on FREQ: they take precedence! Take YL QSO first
>
> check out:  KA1ULN.BLOGSPOT.COM
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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From lobdell at mac.com  Thu Aug 15 20:57:42 2024
From: lobdell at mac.com (Chris Lobdell)
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 21:57:42 -0400
Subject: [bars] Fwd: W1HH NET CHECK INS - 08-14-24
References: <88CD719F-7A2D-4B02-9CB9-7BEE2919D9EC@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <38CECE7F-5795-48CF-8F07-F06F7637ACEA@mac.com>



> From: Chris Lobdell <crlobdell1 at gmail.com>
> Date: August 15, 2024 at 9:39:45?PM EDT
> To: Greg Niemyski via bars <bars at w1hh.org>
> Cc: lobdell Chris <lobdell at mac.com>
> Subject: W1HH NET CHECK INS - 08-14-24
> 
> ?Many thanks to the following 15 HAMs that checked in tonight!
> 
> KC1TLE - John - N. Billerica
> 
> W7LSG - Ken - Billerica
> 
> K1DC - Tim -Andover
> 
> WB1HBU - Eric - West Lynn
> 
> KC1FTJ - John - N. Chelmsford
> 
> W1LUS - Bruce - Tewksbury
> 
> KC1OXG - Bob - Framingham
> 
> KC1TJD - Kevin - Westford
> 
> KC1KSU - Chris - N. Andover
> 
> K1THF - Tom - Wilmington
> 
> N1CVO - Shawn - Lowell
> 
> KA1ULN - Niece - Andover
> 
> KC1NMX - JoAnne - Lowell
> 
> KC1TLF - Dave - Tyngsboro (in Moultonboro, NH
> 
> K0YLW - Jeff - Wayland
> 
> Until next week, 73 & Gud DX!
> 
> - Chris Lobdell KC1IUK
> 
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From n1hts at comcast.net  Fri Aug 16 15:34:24 2024
From: n1hts at comcast.net (n1hts at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 16:34:24 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [bars] FT8 on VHF?
In-Reply-To: <3124801daee57$5a16a590$0e43f0b0$@mac.com>
References: <CANxHLxTtie2MU+GynuATHk0dOp=cDE3mjE-O8=BZN7ikLmHubg@mail.gmail.com>
 <600006389.4001316.1723630927615@mail.yahoo.com>
 <CANvg0V6_wpMC6hiooLk8JLw8+UPMrBdbAgBM2qwbhOje3MA_tQ@mail.gmail.com>
 <3124801daee57$5a16a590$0e43f0b0$@mac.com>
Message-ID: <88139251.627849.1723840464313@connect.xfinity.com>

If you want to play on 6 meters CW, SSB and digital,
and up, join The New England Weak Signal group.
 
N.E.W.S. - Home (newsvhf.com) https://newsvhf.com/
 
Jim N1HTS
 

> On 08/14/2024 10:36 AM EDT Jwahar Bammi via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>  
>  
> 
> Another good way to test your 2M setup is to join the local 2M net at 8 PM on Mondays on 144.195 USB
> 
>  
> 
> 73 de ws1m
> 
> Bammi
> 
>  
> 
>  
> 
> From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> On Behalf Of Jim Idelson
> Sent: Wednesday, August 14, 2024 10:23 AM
> To: John Flood <kb1fqg at yahoo.com>
> Cc: mmra at groups.io; w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
> Subject: Re: [bars] [mmra] FT8 on VHF?
> 
>  
> 
> Make a sked with someone to see how it goes.
> 
>  
> 
> Are you using a horizontally or vertically polarized antenna? Omnidirectional or directional? How high?
> 
>  
> 
> You probably want a horizontally polarized antenna to be compatible with other stations on the band.
> 
>  
> 
> If you have a rotatable directional antenna, you need to have a sense for the beamwidth so you know how accurately the antenna needs to be pointed at the other station. If you're calling cq, you want to be pointed to a place where a reply is likely to come from. 
> 
>  
> 
> Good luck! 
> 
>  
> 
> 73 Jim K1IR
> 
>  
> 
> On Wed, Aug 14, 2024, 08:26 John Flood via bars <bars at w1hh.org mailto:bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
> 
> > 
> > No i don't use Ft8. I wonder if you are just out of range for the signals that are there.
> > 
> > Yahoo Mail: Search, Organize, Conquer https://mail.onelink.me/107872968?pid=NativePlacement&c=Global_Acquisition_YMktg_315_EmailSignatureGrowth_YahooMail:Search,Organize,Conquer&af_sub1=Acquisition&af_sub2=Global_YMktg&af_sub3=&af_sub4=100000945&af_sub5=OrganizeConquer__Static_
> > 
> >  
> > 
> > > 
> > > On Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 5:05 AM, Juan Jim?nez
> > > 
> > > <k1cpr at bd5.com mailto:k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
> > > 
> > > I am trying an experiment here to see if I can actually do FT8 on 2m, since the WSJT-X software allows that, but even though I see activity on DXHEAT I can't see any signals at all.
> > > 
> > >  
> > > 
> > > Do I have to do anything special on the radio or the software to get this to work?
> > > 
> > >  
> > > 
> > > 73,
> > > 
> > > Juan
> > > 
> > > K1CPR
> > > 
> > > _._,_._,_
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ---------------------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Groups.io Links:
> > > 
> > > You receive all messages sent to this group.
> > > 
> > > View/Reply Online (#423) https://groups.io/g/mmra/message/423 | Reply To Group mailto:mmra at groups.io?subject=Re:%20%5Bmmra%5D%20FT8%20on%20VHF%3F | Reply To Sender mailto:k1cpr at bd5.com?subject=Private:%20Re:%20%5Bmmra%5D%20FT8%20on%20VHF%3F | Mute This Topic https://groups.io/mt/107891785/1134000 | New Topic https://groups.io/g/mmra/post
> > > Your Subscription https://groups.io/g/mmra/editsub/1134000 | Contact Group Owner mailto:mmra+owner at groups.io | Unsubscribe https://groups.io/g/mmra/leave/8980637/1134000/313052793/xyzzy [kb1fqg at yahoo.com mailto:kb1fqg at yahoo.com]
> > > 
> > > _._,_._,_
> > > 
> > 
> > _______________________________________________
> > bars mailing list
> > bars at w1hh.org mailto:bars at w1hh.org
> > http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From wb1hbu at runbox.com  Fri Aug 16 20:13:04 2024
From: wb1hbu at runbox.com (Eric A. Cottrell)
Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 21:13:04 -0400
Subject: [bars] NEAR-Fest venue checkout for clubs on the 25th
Message-ID: <819b675f-de9c-4758-8113-db3ad3cae399@runbox.com>

Hello,

I mentioned on the last BARS net that there is an opportunity for clubs 
to check out the new NEAR-Fest venue. I could not find the message at 
the time, but found it tonight.

Hello NEARFEST clubs and Associations!

I hope everyone is having an enjoyable summer. I know a few clubs have 
checked out the fairground already and that is fine. If I need to do any 
follow up with those clubs I will do so. However that was a weekday I 
wanted to provide a weekend day (or 2 if needed) for clubs to come view 
the new fair grounds and scope things out for your spots. The first date 
will be Sunday August 25th at 10 am. I know that is the last day of 
Marlborough convention but I would figure anyone heading back north 
would be a good opportunity. If that does not work for you I am looking 
at the Saturday of labor day weekend if we need that. I look forward to 
seeing you at Marlborough for those attending (I will be there Saturday) 
and hopefully see you on Sunday the 25th. Certainly if that date does 
not work or the next Saturday I am more than happy to come up with 
another alternative. Feel free to contact me as well. My phone is 
401-473-7784

Thanks!
Nick KC1DWH
Club Coordinator

73 Eric
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From ericcappucci at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 16 23:03:14 2024
From: ericcappucci at yahoo.com (Eric Cappucci)
Date: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 04:03:14 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [bars] Field day
In-Reply-To: <DM4P223MB04710B2EB1A54646AB69F93AE3FB2@DM4P223MB0471.NAMP223.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>
References: <CANxHLxQBGdkeZgsrvDmtdGe4ggdTTJ-8W807VmGsOscLRvg=eA@mail.gmail.com>
 <1921247281.419940.1717790439301@connect.xfinity.com>
 <CADgCPsTLD0-pWJjo2R84MOEywN36BYwcxeS0ntbQFeKLeL-Z9Q@mail.gmail.com>
 <DM4P223MB04710B2EB1A54646AB69F93AE3FB2@DM4P223MB0471.NAMP223.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>
Message-ID: <2132511877.4684631.1723867394109@mail.yahoo.com>

 Hello All,?
I am a member although I have yet to attend any meetings.?
I recently got my Extra. My main interest is QRP and lower power and portable hamming.
I have a lot of ham gear that I will never use. I inherited it from a close friend who passed last year.? Neice has seen it. I sold her an amplifier.?
My question is does the club have any forum for selling the stuff I won't use. I have a bunch of handhelds, a Yaesu FT1000MP and at least two more amplifiers?
Also can someone tell me if my dues are owed?

Thanks,
Eric Cappucci
N1STD

    On Friday, June 7, 2024 at 04:39:47 PM EDT, Bruce Anderson <w1lus at hotmail.com> wrote:  
 
 #yiv6826723087 P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;}Neice I believe it for Emergency Operations Center
BruceFrom: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> on behalf of ka1uln at arrl.net <ka1uln1 at gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, June 7, 2024 4:29 PM
To: DOUGLAS BRUCE <douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net>
Cc: Juan Jim?nez <flybd5 at gmail.com>; w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
Subject: Re: [bars] Field day?sorry what is the EOC

? ? 73? Niece??Please? listen for? my? ?10m? CW? beacon? ?28.2235
SLOW-FAST? CW NET SUN 6 PM DST? or? ?22:00 utc? freq:14.045?netlogger.org?60 min
ARRL member
when hear YL on FREQ: they take precedence! Take YL QSO first
check out:? KA1ULN.BLOGSPOT.COM



On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 16:01 DOUGLAS BRUCE <douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net> wrote:

Good Afternoon Juan, ? Thank you for sending Steve a message for us. We will be having Field Day at the EOC as usual. I just found out this afternoon! Great news indeed!? 73, Doug N1WRN 
On 06/07/2024 1:47 PM EDT Juan Jim?nez <flybd5 at gmail.com> wrote:? ? Doug,? If the Billerica site is not available this year, call the American Legion in Burlington,?(781) 273-1273, ask for Steve Dupuis. I sent him a message explaining what you folks need.?? Juan _______________________________________________ 
bars mailing list 
bars at w1hh.org 
http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org

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From leandra at leandramac.com  Fri Aug 16 23:11:50 2024
From: leandra at leandramac.com (Leandra MacLennan)
Date: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 04:11:50 +0000
Subject: [bars] Field day
In-Reply-To: <2132511877.4684631.1723867394109@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <CANxHLxQBGdkeZgsrvDmtdGe4ggdTTJ-8W807VmGsOscLRvg=eA@mail.gmail.com>
 <1921247281.419940.1717790439301@connect.xfinity.com>
 <CADgCPsTLD0-pWJjo2R84MOEywN36BYwcxeS0ntbQFeKLeL-Z9Q@mail.gmail.com>
 <DM4P223MB04710B2EB1A54646AB69F93AE3FB2@DM4P223MB0471.NAMP223.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>
 <2132511877.4684631.1723867394109@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <MN2PR18MB288081DDAD96FEB0C9831A55DA822@MN2PR18MB2880.namprd18.prod.outlook.com>

If you have a lot of gear to sell, you could bring it to the New England HamXposition next week and sell it at the flea market on Friday and Saturday.
The extended weather forecast shows good weather during the New England HamXposition.

   -Leandra AF1R

From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> On Behalf Of Eric Cappucci via bars
Sent: Saturday, August 17, 2024 12:03 AM
To: DOUGLAS BRUCE <douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net>; ka1uln at arrl.net; Bruce Anderson <w1lus at hotmail.com>
Cc: Juan Jim?nez <flybd5 at gmail.com>; w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
Subject: Re: [bars] Field day

Hello All,

I am a member although I have yet to attend any meetings.

I recently got my Extra. My main interest is QRP and lower power and portable hamming.

I have a lot of ham gear that I will never use. I inherited it from a close friend who passed last year.  Neice has seen it. I sold her an amplifier.

My question is does the club have any forum for selling the stuff I won't use. I have a bunch of handhelds, a Yaesu FT1000MP and at least two more amplifiers?

Also can someone tell me if my dues are owed?


Thanks,

Eric Cappucci

N1STD


On Friday, June 7, 2024 at 04:39:47 PM EDT, Bruce Anderson <w1lus at hotmail.com<mailto:w1lus at hotmail.com>> wrote:


Neice I believe it for Emergency Operations Center

Bruce
________________________________
From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org<mailto:bars-bounces at w1hh.org>> on behalf of ka1uln at arrl.net<mailto:ka1uln at arrl.net> <ka1uln1 at gmail.com<mailto:ka1uln1 at gmail.com>>
Sent: Friday, June 7, 2024 4:29 PM
To: DOUGLAS BRUCE <douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net<mailto:douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net>>
Cc: Juan Jim?nez <flybd5 at gmail.com<mailto:flybd5 at gmail.com>>; w1hh <bars at w1hh.org<mailto:bars at w1hh.org>>
Subject: Re: [bars] Field day

sorry what is the EOC

    73  Niece
Please  listen for  my   10m  CW  beacon   28.2235

SLOW-FAST  CW NET SUN 6 PM DST  or   22:00 utc
  freq:14.045 netlogger.org<http://netlogger.org/> 60 min

ARRL member
when hear YL on FREQ: they take precedence! Take YL QSO first

check out:  KA1ULN.BLOGSPOT.COM<http://ka1uln.blogspot.com/>



On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 16:01 DOUGLAS BRUCE <douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net<mailto:douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net>> wrote:
Good Afternoon Juan,

Thank you for sending Steve a message for us. We will be having Field Day at the EOC as usual. I just found out this afternoon! Great news indeed!

73,
Doug
N1WRN
On 06/07/2024 1:47 PM EDT Juan Jim?nez <flybd5 at gmail.com<mailto:flybd5 at gmail.com>> wrote:


Doug,

If the Billerica site is not available this year, call the American Legion in Burlington, (781) 273-1273, ask for Steve Dupuis. I sent him a message explaining what you folks need.

Juan
_______________________________________________
bars mailing list
bars at w1hh.org<mailto:bars at w1hh.org>
http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
_______________________________________________
bars mailing list
bars at w1hh.org<mailto:bars at w1hh.org>
http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Sun Aug 18 02:28:06 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 03:28:06 -0400
Subject: [bars] FT8 on VHF?
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I figured out why I am not seeing much activity on 2m FT8. I have a j-pole
antenna, vertical. Most people are using horizontal/directional antennas. I
did get a contact last night, but one other person on gridtracker chatted
with me and we figured out why I couldn't see him. He's got a directional
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From soldersmoke01 at gmail.com  Sun Aug 18 10:15:56 2024
From: soldersmoke01 at gmail.com (Andy Wallace)
Date: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 11:15:56 -0400
Subject: [bars] Yaesu 991A vs icom 705
In-Reply-To: <1957128563.646719.1723749551453@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <1957128563.646719.1723749551453@connect.xfinity.com>
Message-ID: <4499E3EE-C926-4A24-BF5A-178997C0C0A1@gmail.com>

Jay, the 705 is only 10W when powered by 13.8v and even less on batteries. That?s what is called QRP, low power operation. 

Some might think QRP rigs are nice for beginners because simple ones are cheaper than 100W rigs. But it?s like ultralight fishing. You need to get experience with 10 lb line test fishing before you try ultralight. :)

I see the appeal of the 991A covering HF, 6, 2, and 70CM all mode (and I believe Yaesu Fusion C4FM which does have several active repeaters around). And it saves space. 

I use an IC-7300 for HF+6 and an FTM-7250D for 2/70cm FM and Fusion. Unless you really want to do the infrequent VHF/UHF contests or weak signal work with a good antenna, putting money toward a good HF+6 100W rig with a good waterfall display makes more sense to me. 

Go to HRO in Salem and take rigs for a test drive first. 

Good luck in the hunt!
Andy
KA1GTT


On Aug 15, 2024, at 3:19?PM, jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

?
Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem to be HF to 70 cm.
 
 
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From k1tw at comcast.net  Sun Aug 18 11:10:19 2024
From: k1tw at comcast.net (Tom Walsh)
Date: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 12:10:19 -0400
Subject: [bars] Yaesu 991A vs icom 705
In-Reply-To: <4499E3EE-C926-4A24-BF5A-178997C0C0A1@gmail.com>
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Jay,

 

I agree with Andy on this.  QRP is fun but takes more experience and its not for everyone.  

 

Another radio to consider is the Icom 7100.  The 7100 has all the frequency bands you want but it does lack a spectrum scope which is really nice to have.  It is small in size making it easier for mobile operation.  

 

Tom

 

From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> On Behalf Of Andy Wallace
Sent: Sunday, August 18, 2024 11:16 AM
To: jay weitzen <jweitzen at comcast.net>
Cc: w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
Subject: Re: [bars] Yaesu 991A vs icom 705

 

Jay, the 705 is only 10W when powered by 13.8v and even less on batteries. That?s what is called QRP, low power operation. 

 

Some might think QRP rigs are nice for beginners because simple ones are cheaper than 100W rigs. But it?s like ultralight fishing. You need to get experience with 10 lb line test fishing before you try ultralight. :)

 

I see the appeal of the 991A covering HF, 6, 2, and 70CM all mode (and I believe Yaesu Fusion C4FM which does have several active repeaters around). And it saves space. 

 

I use an IC-7300 for HF+6 and an FTM-7250D for 2/70cm FM and Fusion. Unless you really want to do the infrequent VHF/UHF contests or weak signal work with a good antenna, putting money toward a good HF+6 100W rig with a good waterfall display makes more sense to me. 

 

Go to HRO in Salem and take rigs for a test drive first. 

 

Good luck in the hunt!

Andy

KA1GTT

 


On Aug 15, 2024, at 3:19?PM, jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org <mailto:bars at w1hh.org> > wrote:

? 

Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem to be HF to 70 cm. 

  

  

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From apizer at comcast.net  Sun Aug 18 12:36:54 2024
From: apizer at comcast.net (ARTHUR PIZER)
Date: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 13:36:54 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [bars] Yasu 991A vs icom 705
In-Reply-To: <1957128563.646719.1723749551453@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <CANxHLxTtie2MU+GynuATHk0dOp=cDE3mjE-O8=BZN7ikLmHubg@mail.gmail.com>
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Hi Jay, nice to hear from you after all these years.  This is your former student Art Pizer from your comms theory class.  I agree with the folks that are saying 10 watts is not for the beginner on HF. It can be frustrating. It requires a lot of, patience skill and a good antenna.  100 watts is a far more versatile choice to get started. The required antenna efficiency is not as critical. Recall  that the radio I brought to your classroom demo for single sideband was 100 W radio. I made a demonstration contact with an 8 foot whip antenna out the window of the building without much difficulty. If you want the challenge of lower power, you can always turn down the power control of 100 W radio to 10 W, that way you would get the feel of it before committing to a low power rig also known as QRP. The 100 W class radios of today are less than half the size of the one I brought to your demo. Well, you can certainly find a good deal on one of those type of radios used. As a point of reference, the radio I brought with me was either an FT 900 or FT 890.  I can?t remember which one. They are both around 25 years old give or take .  No offense to the longtime friends of mine on this email thread who enjoy QRP.  this is just my opinion based on my own experience.
Art
NF1A
 

> On 08/15/2024 3:19 PM EDT jay weitzen via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>  
>  
> Folks, which would you prefer the Yasu 991A vs the Icom 705, both seem to be HF to 70 cm.
>  
>  
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From k1dc.radio at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 09:11:16 2024
From: k1dc.radio at gmail.com (Tim K1DC)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:11:16 -0400
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
Message-ID: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>

I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.? Great fun, 
BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.? Part of the contest 
exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.? In 
my case that is 'Tango India Mike'.? It's that last bit that can confuse 
some folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck 
some OPs assumed my name was MIKE.? I learned to use an alternative, 
MEXICO, when giving my name phonetically.

Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad idea 
however in this case it worked well.

73,

Tim - K1DC
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From k1dc.radio at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 09:55:35 2024
From: k1dc.radio at gmail.com (Tim K1DC)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:55:35 -0400
Subject: [bars] FT8 on VHF?
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxTJSfbs0bjhNV0Dk8kSW4fqZHNuatJfgCkAgNMhgm-Jng@mail.gmail.com>
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Yup, horizontal is the norm for most everything besides FM on ham 
VHF/UHF.? OK, if you're talking about satellites circular polarization 
can be a thing but that is a bit beyond the scope of this discussion. ;-)

You will see a rather high loss with mismatched polarization.? It is not 
100%, for example I can work FM repeaters with my horizontal yagi but I 
do have to crank up the power and make sure I am pointed in the correct 
direction.

This is a long way of saying that, yes, you can work FT8 on 2M with a 
vertical but you are going to be very limited in range as most folks 
will be using horizontal antennas.

I'm available most days if you want to do a sked on 2M FT8/FT4/SSB.

73.

Tim - K1DC


On 08/18/2024 3:28, Juan Jim?nez wrote:
> I figured out why I am not seeing much activity on 2m FT8. I have a 
> j-pole antenna, vertical. Most people are using horizontal/directional 
> antennas. I did get a contact last night, but one other person on 
> gridtracker chatted with me and we figured out why I couldn't see him. 
> He's got a directional pointed SSW.
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From alanruben62 at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 10:32:52 2024
From: alanruben62 at gmail.com (Alan Ruben)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 11:32:52 -0400
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
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I worked the party as well and made 5 contacts in about an hour until I was
summed to my "todo" list. The funny part was when I read my name off
phonetically as "Alpha, Lima, Alpha, Mike". After my third contact I
thought, "What the heck? I don't know how to spell my own name? It's fun
getting older.

Alan Ruben
Billerica, MA 01821
KC1TRY


On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 10:11?AM Tim K1DC <k1dc.radio at gmail.com> wrote:

> I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.  Great fun,
> BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.  Part of the contest
> exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.  In my
> case that is 'Tango India Mike'.  It's that last bit that can confuse some
> folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck some OPs
> assumed my name was MIKE.  I learned to use an alternative, MEXICO, when
> giving my name phonetically.
>
> Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad idea
> however in this case it worked well.
>
> 73,
>
> Tim - K1DC
> --
>
> Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that *includes* a headphone
> jack.
> ------------------------------
> <https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png> Tim Carter - K1DC (was
> KC1RET)
> +1.978.710.0133 <1.978.710.0133>
> k1dc.radio at gmail.com
> https://k1dc.com
>
> "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are incredibly
> slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful beyond
> imagination." -- *Albert Einstein*
>
> Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor school
> system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
> This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named
> above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or
> unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense of
> humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended
> recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is not
> authorized (either explicitly or implicitly) and constitutes an irritating
> social fauxpas. No animals were harmed in the transmission of this email,
> although the mutt next door is living on borrowed time, let me tell you.
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From kb1usp at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 13:12:22 2024
From: kb1usp at gmail.com (kb1usp at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 14:12:22 -0400
Subject: [bars] Billerica 147.120
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References: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
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I know we use the Westford repeater for BARS.  

 

However, a question about those familiar with the Billerica repeater on 147.120.  For some reason it appears to be very noisy with a very low signal.  Is it operating at full power?   I am in Methuen, and can hardly make out the traffic.

 

Wondered if anyone knew the status of 147.120.  Is it me?  ?

 

David

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From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 13:27:25 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 14:27:25 -0400
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
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Mine is Romeo Juliette Tango... Guess you can say my call dances... Will
propagation get any better as we transition to Autumn ? This sunspot/CME
craze is really testing our skills.
RichieT
W1RJT

On Mon, Aug 19, 2024, 11:33?AM Alan Ruben <alanruben62 at gmail.com> wrote:

> I worked the party as well and made 5 contacts in about an hour until I
> was summed to my "todo" list. The funny part was when I read my name off
> phonetically as "Alpha, Lima, Alpha, Mike". After my third contact I
> thought, "What the heck? I don't know how to spell my own name? It's fun
> getting older.
>
> Alan Ruben
> Billerica, MA 01821
> KC1TRY
>
>
> On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 10:11?AM Tim K1DC <k1dc.radio at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.  Great fun,
>> BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.  Part of the contest
>> exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.  In my
>> case that is 'Tango India Mike'.  It's that last bit that can confuse some
>> folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck some OPs
>> assumed my name was MIKE.  I learned to use an alternative, MEXICO, when
>> giving my name phonetically.
>>
>> Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad idea
>> however in this case it worked well.
>>
>> 73,
>>
>> Tim - K1DC
>> --
>>
>> Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that *includes* a headphone
>> jack.
>> ------------------------------
>> <https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png> Tim Carter - K1DC (was
>> KC1RET)
>> +1.978.710.0133 <1.978.710.0133>
>> k1dc.radio at gmail.com
>> https://k1dc.com
>>
>> "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are
>> incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful
>> beyond imagination." -- *Albert Einstein*
>>
>> Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor school
>> system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
>> This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named
>> above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or
>> unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense of
>> humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended
>> recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is not
>> authorized (either explicitly or implicitly) and constitutes an irritating
>> social fauxpas. No animals were harmed in the transmission of this email,
>> although the mutt next door is living on borrowed time, let me tell you.
>> _______________________________________________
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>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From harmpman at aol.com  Mon Aug 19 13:34:50 2024
From: harmpman at aol.com (harmpman at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 18:34:50 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [bars] Billerica 147.120
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Hi David,
? I? have noticed that the Billerica machine has been noisy with low volume too. It is not you.?73,JohnKC1FTJ
In a message dated 8/19/2024 2:12:47 PM Eastern Daylight Time, kb1usp at gmail.com writes:?

?

?
Iknow we use the Westford repeater for BARS.?
?

However, a question about those familiar with the Billerica repeater on 147.120.? For some reason it appears to be very noisy with a very low signal. ?Is it operating at full power?? ?I am in Methuen, and can hardly make out the traffic.

?

Wondered if anyone knew the status of 147.120.? Is it me?? ?

?

David

KB1USP
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From k8te.bill.mader at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 13:37:52 2024
From: k8te.bill.mader at gmail.com (Bill Mader)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 12:37:52 -0600
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
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Actually, current conditions make it easier to make HF contacts, not more
difficult.  One must pay attention to accurate solar data and ignore the
large, if not majority, number of hams who tell you conditions are poor.

Yes, propagation will improve this fall as it usually does during the
solstice to equinox transition.

Currently, HF propagation is the best it has been in 20 years excluding
occasional solar/geomagnetic disturbances.  Cycle 25 is turning out better
than the original consensus suggested, but nowhere near as great as Scott
McIntyre predicted.  He has a presentation explaining how he and his
colleagues missed the mark when they suggested 25 would exceed all other
recorded cycles.

6m will begin to improve sporadically in September and decline again in
January.

The ARRL propagation bulletin is helpful, but not complete.  It should
focus more on the SFI, rather than the sunspot numbers.  Karl, K9YA, and
Frank, W3LPL, publish great information on propagation and are my mentors
on the subject.  Hamqsl.com consistently rates the low bands as "poor" when
they are good or excellent, especially 40m, during the day.  Solarham.com
is your best source for solar/propagation data with great links to more
information.  You can completely ignore Spaceweather.com except for their
pretty pictures.  Their address should be in the dictionary next to the
word histrionics.

Good DX and good luck in the contest!

73, Bill Mader, K8TE
ARRL New Mexico Section Manager
*ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio**?*
W6H NM Coordinator, Route 66 On-the-Air 6-15 Sep 2024
Duke City Hamfest BoD www.dukecityhamfest.org 20-22 Sep 2024
New Mexico QSO Party 12 Apr 2025
Secretary/Treasurer and Past President, Albuquerque DX Association


On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 12:27?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:

> Mine is Romeo Juliette Tango... Guess you can say my call dances... Will
> propagation get any better as we transition to Autumn ? This sunspot/CME
> craze is really testing our skills.
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Mon, Aug 19, 2024, 11:33?AM Alan Ruben <alanruben62 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> I worked the party as well and made 5 contacts in about an hour until I
>> was summed to my "todo" list. The funny part was when I read my name off
>> phonetically as "Alpha, Lima, Alpha, Mike". After my third contact I
>> thought, "What the heck? I don't know how to spell my own name? It's fun
>> getting older.
>>
>> Alan Ruben
>> Billerica, MA 01821
>> KC1TRY
>>
>>
>> On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 10:11?AM Tim K1DC <k1dc.radio at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.  Great fun,
>>> BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.  Part of the contest
>>> exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.  In my
>>> case that is 'Tango India Mike'.  It's that last bit that can confuse some
>>> folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck some OPs
>>> assumed my name was MIKE.  I learned to use an alternative, MEXICO, when
>>> giving my name phonetically.
>>>
>>> Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad idea
>>> however in this case it worked well.
>>>
>>> 73,
>>>
>>> Tim - K1DC
>>> --
>>>
>>> Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that *includes* a headphone
>>> jack.
>>> ------------------------------
>>> <https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png> Tim Carter - K1DC (was
>>> KC1RET)
>>> +1.978.710.0133 <1.978.710.0133>
>>> k1dc.radio at gmail.com
>>> https://k1dc.com
>>>
>>> "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are
>>> incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful
>>> beyond imagination." -- *Albert Einstein*
>>>
>>> Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor
>>> school system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
>>> This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named
>>> above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or
>>> unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense of
>>> humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended
>>> recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is not
>>> authorized (either explicitly or implicitly) and constitutes an irritating
>>> social fauxpas. No animals were harmed in the transmission of this email,
>>> although the mutt next door is living on borrowed time, let me tell you.
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> bars mailing list
>>> bars at w1hh.org
>>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>>
>> _______________________________________________
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>> bars at w1hh.org
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From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 13:51:27 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 14:51:27 -0400
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
In-Reply-To: <CAKUO9FKz-r88x096kuZC5UHdrsmraES28UaNnSL2cRWU-b+j=A@mail.gmail.com>
References: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
 <CAOBSUbB4Y=N24zzPvKeAT9VDdAsR0sP=fTnUNsCo-Qqb+XtFhw@mail.gmail.com>
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Thanks for the info. I just note that when my rig is on, I span the bands
and see and hear practically no qsos going on. The waterfall is quiet and
no one calling cq or any ongoing conversations. I usually go on air mid
afternoons and weekends.
RichieT
W1RJT

On Mon, Aug 19, 2024, 2:38?PM Bill Mader <k8te.bill.mader at gmail.com> wrote:

> Actually, current conditions make it easier to make HF contacts, not more
> difficult.  One must pay attention to accurate solar data and ignore the
> large, if not majority, number of hams who tell you conditions are poor.
>
> Yes, propagation will improve this fall as it usually does during the
> solstice to equinox transition.
>
> Currently, HF propagation is the best it has been in 20 years excluding
> occasional solar/geomagnetic disturbances.  Cycle 25 is turning out better
> than the original consensus suggested, but nowhere near as great as Scott
> McIntyre predicted.  He has a presentation explaining how he and his
> colleagues missed the mark when they suggested 25 would exceed all other
> recorded cycles.
>
> 6m will begin to improve sporadically in September and decline again in
> January.
>
> The ARRL propagation bulletin is helpful, but not complete.  It should
> focus more on the SFI, rather than the sunspot numbers.  Karl, K9YA, and
> Frank, W3LPL, publish great information on propagation and are my mentors
> on the subject.  Hamqsl.com consistently rates the low bands as "poor" when
> they are good or excellent, especially 40m, during the day.  Solarham.com
> is your best source for solar/propagation data with great links to more
> information.  You can completely ignore Spaceweather.com except for their
> pretty pictures.  Their address should be in the dictionary next to the
> word histrionics.
>
> Good DX and good luck in the contest!
>
> 73, Bill Mader, K8TE
> ARRL New Mexico Section Manager
> *ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio**?*
> W6H NM Coordinator, Route 66 On-the-Air 6-15 Sep 2024
> Duke City Hamfest BoD www.dukecityhamfest.org 20-22 Sep 2024
> New Mexico QSO Party 12 Apr 2025
> Secretary/Treasurer and Past President, Albuquerque DX Association
>
>
> On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 12:27?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Mine is Romeo Juliette Tango... Guess you can say my call dances... Will
>> propagation get any better as we transition to Autumn ? This sunspot/CME
>> craze is really testing our skills.
>> RichieT
>> W1RJT
>>
>> On Mon, Aug 19, 2024, 11:33?AM Alan Ruben <alanruben62 at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> I worked the party as well and made 5 contacts in about an hour until I
>>> was summed to my "todo" list. The funny part was when I read my name off
>>> phonetically as "Alpha, Lima, Alpha, Mike". After my third contact I
>>> thought, "What the heck? I don't know how to spell my own name? It's fun
>>> getting older.
>>>
>>> Alan Ruben
>>> Billerica, MA 01821
>>> KC1TRY
>>>
>>>
>>> On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 10:11?AM Tim K1DC <k1dc.radio at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>> I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.  Great fun,
>>>> BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.  Part of the contest
>>>> exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.  In my
>>>> case that is 'Tango India Mike'.  It's that last bit that can confuse some
>>>> folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck some OPs
>>>> assumed my name was MIKE.  I learned to use an alternative, MEXICO, when
>>>> giving my name phonetically.
>>>>
>>>> Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad
>>>> idea however in this case it worked well.
>>>>
>>>> 73,
>>>>
>>>> Tim - K1DC
>>>> --
>>>>
>>>> Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that *includes* a headphone
>>>> jack.
>>>> ------------------------------
>>>> <https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png> Tim Carter - K1DC (was
>>>> KC1RET)
>>>> +1.978.710.0133 <1.978.710.0133>
>>>> k1dc.radio at gmail.com
>>>> https://k1dc.com
>>>>
>>>> "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are
>>>> incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful
>>>> beyond imagination." -- *Albert Einstein*
>>>>
>>>> Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor
>>>> school system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
>>>> This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named
>>>> above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or
>>>> unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense of
>>>> humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended
>>>> recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is not
>>>> authorized (either explicitly or implicitly) and constitutes an irritating
>>>> social fauxpas. No animals were harmed in the transmission of this email,
>>>> although the mutt next door is living on borrowed time, let me tell you.
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> bars mailing list
>>>> bars at w1hh.org
>>>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> bars mailing list
>>> bars at w1hh.org
>>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>>
>> _______________________________________________
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From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 13:58:16 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 14:58:16 -0400
Subject: [bars] Billerica 147.120
In-Reply-To: <158820934.9602194.1724092490269@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
 <008101daf263$56e54100$04afc300$@Gmail.com>
 <158820934.9602194.1724092490269@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CAHW19_+33V2V3Era8+sdm9TTmTNTQCmV3+ys1f+E6K+_KGgwAQ@mail.gmail.com>

If I recall, the Billerica repeater has "issues" with its antenna. That's
one reason BARS has switched to using the much stronger Westford repeater
on 146.955 PL 74.4.
RichieT
W1RJT

On Mon, Aug 19, 2024, 2:35?PM harmpman--- via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> Hi David,
>   I  have noticed that the Billerica machine has been noisy with low
> volume too. It is not you.?
> 73,
> John
> KC1FTJ
>
> In a message dated 8/19/2024 2:12:47 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
> kb1usp at gmail.com writes:
>
>
>
>
>
> I
> *know *we use the Westford repeater for BARS.
>
>
>
> However, a question about those familiar with the Billerica repeater on
> 147.120.  For some reason it appears to be very noisy with a very low
> signal.  Is it operating at full power?   I am in Methuen, and can hardly
> make out the traffic.
>
>
>
> Wondered if anyone knew the status of 147.120.  Is it me?  ?
>
>
>
> David
>
> KB1USP
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From billpoulin01913 at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 15:18:55 2024
From: billpoulin01913 at gmail.com (Bill Poulin)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:18:55 -0400
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
In-Reply-To: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
References: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAOD+zwsGUUMysVhKuri9djsfRV_7BiRpwLR03Ob4+c0+Unj2NQ@mail.gmail.com>

Tim.

Although I have participated in Contests, my name is not thevproblem.  The
call seems to be the issue.  WZ1L  = Whiskey Zulu ONE Lima.
So I follow that immediately with Dubya Zed ONE Elllll. ?

Normally they screw it up regardless (W1ZL or WL1Z) ?

I then report to 1950's. WASHINGTON ZANZIBAR ONE LIBYA!  ?

73, ?

BILLP, WZ1L

On Mon, Aug 19, 2024, 10:11 AM Tim K1DC <k1dc.radio at gmail.com> wrote:

> I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.  Great fun,
> BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.  Part of the contest
> exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.  In my
> case that is 'Tango India Mike'.  It's that last bit that can confuse some
> folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck some OPs
> assumed my name was MIKE.  I learned to use an alternative, MEXICO, when
> giving my name phonetically.
>
> Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad idea
> however in this case it worked well.
>
> 73,
>
> Tim - K1DC
> --
>
> Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that *includes* a headphone
> jack.
> ------------------------------
> <https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png> Tim Carter - K1DC (was
> KC1RET)
> +1.978.710.0133 <1.978.710.0133>
> k1dc.radio at gmail.com
> https://k1dc.com
>
> "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are incredibly
> slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful beyond
> imagination." -- *Albert Einstein*
>
> Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor school
> system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
> This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named
> above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or
> unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense of
> humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended
> recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is not
> authorized (either explicitly or implicitly) and constitutes an irritating
> social fauxpas. No animals were harmed in the transmission of this email,
> although the mutt next door is living on borrowed time, let me tell you.
> _______________________________________________
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Mon Aug 19 15:55:29 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:55:29 -0400
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
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References: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
 <CAOD+zwsGUUMysVhKuri9djsfRV_7BiRpwLR03Ob4+c0+Unj2NQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTeydF9-pMdAthvZKOiUb0Yv4JdsSF0xapr3um3D9FJEw@mail.gmail.com>

Can't wait 'til they ask me.

"My name Jos? Jim?nez, and I want to be an astronaut!"
"Is that a crash helmet?"
"I hope not..."

[image: image.png]


73,
K1CPR
Juan


On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 4:18?PM Bill Poulin <billpoulin01913 at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Tim.
>
> Although I have participated in Contests, my name is not thevproblem.  The
> call seems to be the issue.  WZ1L  = Whiskey Zulu ONE Lima.
> So I follow that immediately with Dubya Zed ONE Elllll. ?
>
> Normally they screw it up regardless (W1ZL or WL1Z) ?
>
> I then report to 1950's. WASHINGTON ZANZIBAR ONE LIBYA!  ?
>
> 73, ?
>
> BILLP, WZ1L
>
> On Mon, Aug 19, 2024, 10:11 AM Tim K1DC <k1dc.radio at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.  Great fun,
>> BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.  Part of the contest
>> exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.  In my
>> case that is 'Tango India Mike'.  It's that last bit that can confuse some
>> folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck some OPs
>> assumed my name was MIKE.  I learned to use an alternative, MEXICO, when
>> giving my name phonetically.
>>
>> Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad idea
>> however in this case it worked well.
>>
>> 73,
>>
>> Tim - K1DC
>> --
>>
>> Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that *includes* a headphone
>> jack.
>> ------------------------------
>> <https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png> Tim Carter - K1DC (was
>> KC1RET)
>> +1.978.710.0133 <1.978.710.0133>
>> k1dc.radio at gmail.com
>> https://k1dc.com
>>
>> "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are
>> incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful
>> beyond imagination." -- *Albert Einstein*
>>
>> Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor school
>> system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
>> This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named
>> above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or
>> unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense of
>> humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended
>> recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is not
>> authorized (either explicitly or implicitly) and constitutes an irritating
>> social fauxpas. No animals were harmed in the transmission of this email,
>> although the mutt next door is living on borrowed time, let me tell you.
>> _______________________________________________
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
> _______________________________________________
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From ericlee.johnson at gmail.com  Mon Aug 19 17:04:21 2024
From: ericlee.johnson at gmail.com (Eric L. Johnson)
Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 18:04:21 -0400
Subject: [bars] 3-D Printers Free
Message-ID: <CAMXCGEa6SLnY-vL4qsJzZHhEZMjJkaBcve0B01+PrHiYD6Ptmw@mail.gmail.com>

Hello BARS members this is Eric KC1OAV.  I have two 3-D printers in my
basement which I would like to move on. They're both in working condition.
One has a dual feed and the other one is more of a beginner. I'm offering
them to BARS and if I get no luck, I will offer it to my other club which
is New England SciTech so whoever wants them would have to come here and
pick them up. I live in Acton thank you very much in advance and it's
wonderful being a part of BARS .
73

Eric KC1OAV

Eric L. Johnson
ericlee.johnson at gmail.com <johnson at gmail.com>
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From kc1us at mmra.org  Tue Aug 20 05:36:22 2024
From: kc1us at mmra.org (Bruce Pigott)
Date: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 06:36:22 -0400
Subject: [bars] Billerica 147.120
In-Reply-To: <CAHW19_+33V2V3Era8+sdm9TTmTNTQCmV3+ys1f+E6K+_KGgwAQ@mail.g
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References: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
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From k1dc.radio at gmail.com  Tue Aug 20 07:40:04 2024
From: k1dc.radio at gmail.com (Tim K1DC)
Date: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 08:40:04 -0400
Subject: [bars] N5J Jarvis with wire antenna!
Message-ID: <a34fab69-3f92-4232-996c-a8c990f39393@gmail.com>

YIPPIE!!

I _finally_ got them on 30m FT8 today -- with 80w and a wire at 20ft!

73 & Good DX!

Tim - K1DC
-- 

Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that /includes/ a headphone jack.

------------------------------------------------------------------------
<https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png> 	


      Tim?Carter - K1DC (was KC1RET)

			

	+1.978.710.0133 <tel:1.978.710.0133>

	k1dc.radio at gmail.com

	https://k1dc.com

"Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are 
incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful 
beyond imagination." -- /Albert Einstein/

Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor 
school system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named 
above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or 
unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense 
of humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended 
recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is 
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From ericlee.johnson at gmail.com  Tue Aug 20 12:20:11 2024
From: ericlee.johnson at gmail.com (Eric L. Johnson)
Date: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 13:20:11 -0400
Subject: [bars] 3-D Printers Free
In-Reply-To: <CAMXCGEa6SLnY-vL4qsJzZHhEZMjJkaBcve0B01+PrHiYD6Ptmw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAMXCGEa6SLnY-vL4qsJzZHhEZMjJkaBcve0B01+PrHiYD6Ptmw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAMXCGEaMF4xazoKzS8oxOrmymccfq6fj0viE1LB0F-q08vcJWQ@mail.gmail.com>

Kenneth as the firsr responder has dibs

Flashforge creator pro
Flas forge, Finder

Eric L. Johnson
ericlee.johnson at gmail.com <johnson at gmail.com>


On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 6:04?PM Eric L. Johnson <ericlee.johnson at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Hello BARS members this is Eric KC1OAV.  I have two 3-D printers in my
> basement which I would like to move on. They're both in working condition.
> One has a dual feed and the other one is more of a beginner. I'm offering
> them to BARS and if I get no luck, I will offer it to my other club which
> is New England SciTech so whoever wants them would have to come here and
> pick them up. I live in Acton thank you very much in advance and it's
> wonderful being a part of BARS .
> 73
>
> Eric KC1OAV
>
>
> Eric L. Johnson
> ericlee.johnson at gmail.com <johnson at gmail.com>
>
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From douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net  Wed Aug 21 08:04:42 2024
From: douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net (DOUGLAS BRUCE)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:04:42 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [bars] Net Notes W1HH Net Wednesday Night August 21, 2024 8:00 EDT
Message-ID: <562339444.750688.1724245482594@connect.xfinity.com>

Welcome to this week?s edition of "NET NOTES" !!  
 We will be having our BARS weekly net tonight at 08:00 pm EDT or 00:00 UTC

  Show your support!! Please join in the fun ? all are most welcome.
 
  Chris, KC1IUK, will be your host tonight for the festivities! 

  NOTE: CHANGE IN REPEATER ? BARS IS NOW USING WESTFORD!!!

  Here is the repeater info:

  QTH: Westford

 FREQ: 146.955  MHz

 CALL: WB1GOF

  Offset:  - 0.6 MHz

  Tone:  CTCSS 74.4 Hz

  NOTICE!! WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP OUT BY DOING THE NET ONCE EVERY FEW WEEKS!!!!  Please contact Doug, N1WRN,      for more info.

  73,
  Doug
  N1WRN
  Billerica Amateur Radio Society Net Manager
 
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Wed Aug 21 10:59:33 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 11:59:33 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
Message-ID: <CANxHLxSdn4Aj2P_9vwJSqb9TCgGHK5bggRwFeOjPM8zHSPot1A@mail.gmail.com>

Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want
to sell?

73,
Juan
K1CPR
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From gary at garyfrascarelli.com  Wed Aug 21 11:29:50 2024
From: gary at garyfrascarelli.com (Gary F)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:29:50 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
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From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Wed Aug 21 11:31:03 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:31:03 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxSdn4Aj2P_9vwJSqb9TCgGHK5bggRwFeOjPM8zHSPot1A@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxSdn4Aj2P_9vwJSqb9TCgGHK5bggRwFeOjPM8zHSPot1A@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAHW19_JJGDQRfjvnPxDJ1cr87efoAUKgUCNmbx78ZOD5b9Q9RA@mail.gmail.com>

Good question. I have 5 grounding radios to sell and a boatload of scanners
and tech. I would like to know the answer also.
RichieT
W1RJT

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:00?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:

> Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want
> to sell?
>
> 73,
> Juan
> K1CPR
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Wed Aug 21 11:33:08 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:33:08 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
In-Reply-To: <CAHW19_JJGDQRfjvnPxDJ1cr87efoAUKgUCNmbx78ZOD5b9Q9RA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxSdn4Aj2P_9vwJSqb9TCgGHK5bggRwFeOjPM8zHSPot1A@mail.gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <CAHW19_+jHJ8y5pT0LL7t9Hxev9Jdoq8Gb6PPhyFO3=zBKfFjRQ@mail.gmail.com>

Never ever has this been an issue it's a cash transaction Gary.
RichieT
W1RJT

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:31?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:

> Good question. I have 5 grounding radios to sell and a boatload of
> scanners and tech. I would like to know the answer also.
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:00?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>
>> Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want
>> to sell?
>>
>> 73,
>> Juan
>> K1CPR
>> _______________________________________________
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
>
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Wed Aug 21 12:25:31 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:25:31 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
In-Reply-To: <499588d0-be90-40e7-b7e5-ddd36b8f6ea8@email.android.com>
References: <CANxHLxSdn4Aj2P_9vwJSqb9TCgGHK5bggRwFeOjPM8zHSPot1A@mail.gmail.com>
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That is not the case. Mass. Regulation 830 CMR 64H.6.1 exempts from sales
tax casual and isolated sales by non profit organizations. MMRA and BARS
are exempt from collecting sales tax  because neither is in the business of
selling tangible property in their regular course of business.

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:29 Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com> wrote:

> You're thinking of what is done at Nearfest.   Would be hard at Marlboro
> due to Mass sales tax that has to be charged on anything sold
>
> Gary Frascarelli
> W1GFF   Amateur Radio
> Landscape Artist
>
> On Aug 21, 2024 11:59 AM, Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>
> Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want
> to sell?
>
> 73,
> Juan
> K1CPR
>
>
>
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Wed Aug 21 12:26:33 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:26:33 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
In-Reply-To: <CAHW19_+jHJ8y5pT0LL7t9Hxev9Jdoq8Gb6PPhyFO3=zBKfFjRQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxSdn4Aj2P_9vwJSqb9TCgGHK5bggRwFeOjPM8zHSPot1A@mail.gmail.com>
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Cash or any other form of payment is ok. The sales would be formally exempt
from sales tax.

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:33 Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:

> Never ever has this been an issue it's a cash transaction Gary.
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:31?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Good question. I have 5 grounding radios to sell and a boatload of
>> scanners and tech. I would like to know the answer also.
>> RichieT
>> W1RJT
>>
>> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:00?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members
>>> want to sell?
>>>
>>> 73,
>>> Juan
>>> K1CPR
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> bars mailing list
>>> bars at w1hh.org
>>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>>
>>
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From gary at garyfrascarelli.com  Wed Aug 21 13:31:35 2024
From: gary at garyfrascarelli.com (Gary F)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:31:35 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
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From n1hts at comcast.net  Wed Aug 21 13:37:14 2024
From: n1hts at comcast.net (n1hts)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:37:14 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxSdn4Aj2P_9vwJSqb9TCgGHK5bggRwFeOjPM8zHSPot1A@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <gqCpsm7pz4fwUgqCqshx12.1724265437.a3ce8b767affb9d1b4b69addf13734b0.MISSINGID@comcast.net>

Not unless you want to create one. Three of us are busy running the fleamarket the whole time. That and selling tickets when other volunteers aren't available to.Sent from my Samsung Galaxy , an AT&T LTE smartphone
-------- Original message --------From: Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> Date: 8/21/24  12:00 PM  (GMT-05:00) To: mmra at groups.io, w1hh <bars at w1hh.org> Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want to sell?73,JuanK1CPR
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Wed Aug 21 14:08:16 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 15:08:16 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
In-Reply-To: <ed9abeeb-fe54-4cdd-ae8b-7a8d23ef308d@email.android.com>
References: <CANxHLxQ8RqLo_drf8G5JYWW3y=aM=K6bKcsaOO44C10xqZ5LBA@mail.gmail.com>
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Nope, your statement is incorrect. Those organizations have to pay sales
tax because they sell tangible good as a primary component of their
business activities. This is clearly specified in the regulation. Read it
and you will understand the distinction.

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 14:31 Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com> wrote:

> You are incorrect.   ANY sales of goods are taxable no matter who is
> selling them.  Example...the St Vincent DePaul thrift stores and the
> Goodwill thrift stores, both non profit 501c3 entities must charge sales tax
>
> Gary Frascarelli
> W1GFF   Amateur Radio
> Landscape Artist
>
> On Aug 21, 2024 1:26 PM, Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>
> Cash or any other form of payment is ok. The sales would be formally
> exempt from sales tax.
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:33 Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Never ever has this been an issue it's a cash transaction Gary.
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:31?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Good question. I have 5 grounding radios to sell and a boatload of
> scanners and tech. I would like to know the answer also.
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:00?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>
> Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want
> to sell?
>
> 73,
> Juan
> K1CPR
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
>
>
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Wed Aug 21 14:09:19 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 15:09:19 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
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I will be volunteering too and can only attend one day.

So much for this idea...

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 14:37 n1hts <n1hts at comcast.net> wrote:

> Not unless you want to create one. Three of us are busy running the
> fleamarket the whole time. That and selling tickets when other volunteers
> aren't available to.
>
>
>
> Sent from my Samsung Galaxy , an AT&T LTE smartphone
>
>
> -------- Original message --------
> From: Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com>
> Date: 8/21/24 12:00 PM (GMT-05:00)
> To: mmra at groups.io, w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
> Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
>
> Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want
> to sell?
>
> 73,
> Juan
> K1CPR
>
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From scrook at comcast.net  Wed Aug 21 15:08:15 2024
From: scrook at comcast.net (Stephen Crook)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:08:15 -0700
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
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From gary at garyfrascarelli.com  Wed Aug 21 16:20:13 2024
From: gary at garyfrascarelli.com (gary at garyfrascarelli.com)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 21:20:13 +0000
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
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I've been involved with the Topsfield Fair for many years.....the many vendors there must collect sales tax on hard goods....and the tax man comes around 3 times a week and collects.

Gary Frascarelli
Ham Radio - W1GFF
________________________________
From: Stephen Crook <scrook at comcast.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 4:08 PM
To: Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com>
Cc: Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com>; mmra at groups.io <mmra at groups.io>; w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
Subject: Re: [bars] Table at HamXposition

<https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales>
830 CMR 64H.6.1: Casual and Isolated Sales<https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales>
mass.gov<https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales>
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Here?s the applicable regulation. I suspect as Goodwill et al. while non profits, they in their regular course of business sell goods, they must collect sales tax. As MMRA isn?t hosting a table, it?s academic.

        = Steve ? KB1LKR  =
Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 21, 2024, at 11:32?AM, Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com> wrote:

?
You are incorrect.   ANY sales of goods are taxable no matter who is selling them.  Example...the St Vincent DePaul thrift stores and the Goodwill thrift stores, both non profit 501c3 entities must charge sales tax

Gary Frascarelli
W1GFF   Amateur Radio
Landscape Artist

On Aug 21, 2024 1:26 PM, Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
Cash or any other form of payment is ok. The sales would be formally exempt from sales tax.

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:33 Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com<mailto:radiohamateur at gmail.com>> wrote:

Never ever has this been an issue it's a cash transaction Gary.

RichieT
W1RJT

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:31?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com<mailto:radiohamateur at gmail.com>> wrote:

Good question. I have 5 grounding radios to sell and a boatload of scanners and tech. I would like to know the answer also.

RichieT
W1RJT

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:00?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com<mailto:k1cpr at bd5.com>> wrote:
Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want to sell?

73,
Juan
K1CPR
_______________________________________________
bars mailing list
bars at w1hh.org<mailto:bars at w1hh.org>
http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org

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From wa1emg at yahoo.com  Wed Aug 21 16:24:12 2024
From: wa1emg at yahoo.com (Greg)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 21:24:12 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
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Why would you be concerned about this? Nonsense.?


Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPad


On Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 17:20, gary at garyfrascarelli.com <gary at garyfrascarelli.com> wrote:

#yiv4621382637 P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;}I've been involved with the Topsfield Fair for many years.....the many vendors there must collect sales tax on hard goods....and the tax man comes around 3 times a week and collects.??
Gary FrascarelliHam Radio - W1GFFFrom: Stephen Crook <scrook at comcast.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 4:08 PM
To: Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com>
Cc: Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com>; mmra at groups.io <mmra at groups.io>; w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
Subject: Re: [bars] Table at HamXposition?
| 
| 830 CMR 64H.6.1: Casual and Isolated Salesmass.gov |  |

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Here?s the applicable regulation. I suspect as Goodwill et al. while non profits, they in their regular course of business sell goods, they must collect sales tax. As MMRA isn?t hosting a table, it?s academic.?
? ? ? ? = Steve ? KB1LKR ?=Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 21, 2024, at 11:32?AM, Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com> wrote:



?You are incorrect.? ?ANY sales of goods are taxable no matter who is selling them.? Example...the St Vincent DePaul thrift stores and the Goodwill thrift stores, both non profit 501c3 entities must charge sales tax
Gary Frascarelli
W1GFF?? Amateur Radio
Landscape Artist
On Aug 21, 2024 1:26 PM, Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:

Cash or any other form of payment is ok. The sales would be formally exempt from sales tax.
On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:33 Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:


Never ever has this been an issue it's a cash transaction Gary. 
RichieT
W1RJT
On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:31?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:


Good question. I have 5 grounding radios to sell and a boatload of scanners and tech. I would like to know the answer also.
RichieT
W1RJT
On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:00?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:

Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want to sell?
73,JuanK1CPR_______________________________________________
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From w1es at protonmail.com  Wed Aug 21 17:03:16 2024
From: w1es at protonmail.com (Steve Wedge, W1ES)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 22:03:16 +0000
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
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?I dunno, I?ve sold nothing! Must be the economy.?

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 5:20 PM, gary at garyfrascarelli.com <[gary at garyfrascarelli.com](mailto:On Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 5:20 PM, gary at garyfrascarelli.com <<a href=)> wrote:

> I've been involved with the Topsfield Fair for many years.....the many vendors there must collect sales tax on hard goods....and the tax man comes around 3 times a week and collects.
>
> Gary Frascarelli
> Ham Radio - W1GFF
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------
>
> From: Stephen Crook <scrook at comcast.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 4:08 PM
> To: Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com>
> Cc: Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com>; mmra at groups.io <mmra at groups.io>; w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
> Subject: Re: [bars] Table at HamXposition
>
> https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales
>
> [830 CMR 64H.6.1: Casual and Isolated Sales](https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales)
> [mass.gov](https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales)	[apple-touch-icon-180x180.png](https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales)
> Here?s the applicable regulation. I suspect as Goodwill et al. while non profits, they in their regular course of business sell goods, they must collect sales tax. As MMRA isn?t hosting a table, it?s academic.
>
> = Steve ? KB1LKR =
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Aug 21, 2024, at 11:32?AM, Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com> wrote:
>
>> ?
>> You are incorrect. ANY sales of goods are taxable no matter who is selling them. Example...the St Vincent DePaul thrift stores and the Goodwill thrift stores, both non profit 501c3 entities must charge sales tax
>>
>> Gary Frascarelli
>> W1GFF Amateur Radio
>> Landscape Artist
>>
>> On Aug 21, 2024 1:26 PM, Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Cash or any other form of payment is ok. The sales would be formally exempt from sales tax.
>>>
>>> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:33 Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Never ever has this been an issue it's a cash transaction Gary.
>>>>
>>>> RichieT
>>>> W1RJT
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:31?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> Good question. I have 5 grounding radios to sell and a boatload of scanners and tech. I would like to know the answer also.
>>>>>
>>>>> RichieT
>>>>> W1RJT
>>>>>
>>>>> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:00?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>>> Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want to sell?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 73,
>>>>>> Juan
>>>>>> K1CPR
>>>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>>>> bars mailing list
>>>>>> bars at w1hh.org
>>>>>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Wed Aug 21 18:32:56 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 19:32:56 -0400
Subject: [bars] Table at HamXposition
In-Reply-To: <tT3cAku8cguiTaYVq3ghbxGSNYLfJGqL_cYcvmh-Jca3Z-5tVZz3-0s1X5LxcPEuPprx1D4oeVHT9CfXMTnvwW1ar0nH1VNnUfZ-f9gSz2g=@protonmail.com>
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 <166A56D6-EF7D-4A08-AB49-8EAA84826699@comcast.net>
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Moot point. Ive been to many many fleas in MA and never encountered a Tax
Man. A Bat man, a Superman, a Cat man...
RichieT
W1RJT

On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 6:03?PM Steve Wedge, W1ES via bars <bars at w1hh.org>
wrote:

> ?I dunno, I?ve sold nothing!  Must be the economy.?
>
>
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 5:20 PM, gary at garyfrascarelli.com <
> gary at garyfrascarelli.com
> <On+Wed,+Aug+21,+2024+at+5:20+PM,+gary at garyfrascarelli.com+%3C%3Ca+href=>>
> wrote:
>
> I've been involved with the Topsfield Fair for many years.....the many
> vendors there must collect sales tax on hard goods....and the tax man comes
> around 3 times a week and collects.
>
> Gary Frascarelli
> Ham Radio - W1GFF
> ------------------------------
> *From:* Stephen Crook <scrook at comcast.net>
> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 21, 2024 4:08 PM
> *To:* Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com>
> *Cc:* Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com>; mmra at groups.io <mmra at groups.io>; w1hh
> <bars at w1hh.org>
> *Subject:* Re: [bars] Table at HamXposition
>
> 830 CMR 64H.6.1: Casual and Isolated Sales
> <https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales>
> mass.gov
> <https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales>
> [image: apple-touch-icon-180x180.png]
> <https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales>
> <https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-64h61-casual-and-isolated-sales>
> Here?s the applicable regulation. I suspect as Goodwill et al. while non
> profits, they in their regular course of business sell goods, they must
> collect sales tax. As MMRA isn?t hosting a table, it?s academic.
>
>         = Steve ? KB1LKR  =
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Aug 21, 2024, at 11:32?AM, Gary F <gary at garyfrascarelli.com> wrote:
>
> ?
> You are incorrect.   ANY sales of goods are taxable no matter who is
> selling them.  Example...the St Vincent DePaul thrift stores and the
> Goodwill thrift stores, both non profit 501c3 entities must charge sales tax
>
> Gary Frascarelli
> W1GFF   Amateur Radio
> Landscape Artist
>
> On Aug 21, 2024 1:26 PM, Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>
> Cash or any other form of payment is ok. The sales would be formally
> exempt from sales tax.
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:33 Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Never ever has this been an issue it's a cash transaction Gary.
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:31?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Good question. I have 5 grounding radios to sell and a boatload of
> scanners and tech. I would like to know the answer also.
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Wed, Aug 21, 2024, 12:00?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:
>
> Will MMRA or BARS have a table at the flea market for things members want
> to sell?
>
> 73,
> Juan
> K1CPR
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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From crlobdell1 at gmail.com  Wed Aug 21 19:51:53 2024
From: crlobdell1 at gmail.com (Chris Lobdell)
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 20:51:53 -0400
Subject: [bars] Net Notes W1HH Net Wednesday Night August 21,
 2024 8:00 EDT
In-Reply-To: <562339444.750688.1724245482594@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <562339444.750688.1724245482594@connect.xfinity.com>
Message-ID: <ED073F0D-166B-428B-937A-9A238572D9AF@gmail.com>

Thanks to all 13 HAMS who checked into the NET tonight!

N1ECC - Irv - Lowell

W7LSG - Ken - Billerica

W1LUS - Bruce - Tewksbury

N1WRN - Doug - Reading *

N1CVO - Shawn - Lowell

N1HTS - Jim - Tewksbury

KC1TJD - Kevin - Westford

W1LPG - Brendan - Bedford

N1ALO - Peter - Dracut

KC1TLE - John - N. Billerica

KC1FTJ - John - N. Chelmsford

KC1TLF - Dave - Tyngsborough

AA1N - Adam - Acton

Until Next Week - 73 And Gud DX!

- Chris Lobdell KC1IUK



> On Aug 21, 2024, at 9:04?AM, DOUGLAS BRUCE <douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> Welcome to this week?s edition of "NET NOTES" !!   
>  We will be having our BARS weekly net tonight at 08:00 pm EDT or 00:00 UTC
> 
>   Show your support!! Please join in the fun ? all are most welcome. 
>   
>   Chris, KC1IUK, will be your host tonight for the festivities! 
> 
>   NOTE: CHANGE IN REPEATER ? BARS IS NOW USING WESTFORD!!!
> 
>   Here is the repeater info:
> 
>   QTH: Westford
> 
>  FREQ: 146.955  MHz 
> 
>  CALL: WB1GOF
> 
>   Offset:  - 0.6 MHz
> 
>   Tone:  CTCSS 74.4 Hz
> 
>   NOTICE!! WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP OUT BY DOING THE NET ONCE EVERY FEW WEEKS!!!!  Please contact Doug, N1WRN,      for more info.
> 
>   73,
>   Doug 
>   N1WRN 
>   Billerica Amateur Radio Society Net Manager
>  

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From apizer at comcast.net  Thu Aug 22 07:13:46 2024
From: apizer at comcast.net (apizer at comcast.net)
Date: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 08:13:46 -0400
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
In-Reply-To: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
References: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <01fc01daf48c$be2f7170$3a8e5450$@comcast.net>

Hi Tim,

IMHO nothing wrong with using alternate phonetics when needed  and if chosen properly.  From my experience with scanning over the last 30 years or so, many police departments use them. 

 

Here is an example of my own dilemma: Mine are ?November Foxtrot One Alpha.  Under rough copy, many ops mistake ?Alpha? for ?Hotel?. So then I use ?Norway Florida One America?.

 

-Art

NF1A

 

From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> On Behalf Of Tim K1DC
Sent: Monday, August 19, 2024 10:11 AM
To: w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...

 

I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.  Great fun, BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.  Part of the contest exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.  In my case that is 'Tango India Mike'.  It's that last bit that can confuse some folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck some OPs assumed my name was MIKE.  I learned to use an alternative, MEXICO, when giving my name phonetically.

Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad idea however in this case it worked well.

73,

Tim - K1DC

-- 



Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that includes a headphone jack.

  _____  



 <https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png> 


Tim Carter - K1DC (was KC1RET)

 

 



  <https://k1dc.com/img/phone-icon.png> 

+1.978.710.0133 <tel:1.978.710.0133> 



  <https://k1dc.com/img/email-icon.png> 

k1dc.radio at gmail.com <mailto:k1dc.radio at gmail.com> 



  <https://k1dc.com/img/link-icon.png> <="" td=""> 

https://k1dc.com

"Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful beyond imagination." -- Albert Einstein

Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor school system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense of humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is not authorized (either explicitly or implicitly) and constitutes an irritating social fauxpas. No animals were harmed in the transmission of this email, although the mutt next door is living on borrowed time, let me tell you.

 

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From asmith at netspace.org  Thu Aug 22 09:59:26 2024
From: asmith at netspace.org (Adam Smith)
Date: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:59:26 -0400
Subject: [bars] What I learned this weekend...
In-Reply-To: <01fc01daf48c$be2f7170$3a8e5450$@comcast.net>
References: <b9eb7877-8fdc-4e74-a596-17168dcb5c42@gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <CAP+y9VJsLU=1sq0+=0H-Oq_yf-TPfTz1Z+U6mB-7Ac+4jS6fAg@mail.gmail.com>

My practice is to use standard phonetics first, especially when calling
into pileups for run-rate stations who are operating at high cadence.  If
conditions are decent the I feel it provides the fastest recognition and
highest chance of a call back.  Admittedly I will sometimes switch to
america-america instead of alpha-alpha, including in pileups where the op
is taking the last suffix they hear since it makes my call longer.  Or of
course if asked to clarify the call (or part of it) I will use alternates
but usually say both versions ("suffix no-vem-ber that is nan-cy QSL?").

Not a contest but a couple days ago I heard a station "... sierra dog
hotel".  Cute, but the dog for D gets lost easily.

73,
Adam /AA1N

On Thu, Aug 22, 2024, 08:14 apizer--- via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> Hi Tim,
>
> IMHO nothing wrong with using alternate phonetics when needed  and if
> chosen properly.  From my experience with scanning over the last 30 years
> or so, many police departments use them.
>
>
>
> Here is an example of my own dilemma: Mine are ?November Foxtrot One
> Alpha.  Under rough copy, many ops mistake ?Alpha? for ?Hotel?. So then I
> use ?Norway Florida One America?.
>
>
>
> -Art
>
> NF1A
>
>
>
> *From:* bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> *On Behalf Of *Tim K1DC
> *Sent:* Monday, August 19, 2024 10:11 AM
> *To:* w1hh <bars at w1hh.org>
> *Subject:* [bars] What I learned this weekend...
>
>
>
> I participated in the North America QSO Party this weekend.  Great fun,
> BTW, even though I was only on for a few hours.  Part of the contest
> exchange is your name, and best practice is to give it phonetically.  In my
> case that is 'Tango India Mike'.  It's that last bit that can confuse some
> folks with MIKE being a given name so when the QSB/QRM/QRN struck some OPs
> assumed my name was MIKE.  I learned to use an alternative, MEXICO, when
> giving my name phonetically.
>
> Yes, I realize that using non-standard phonetics is generally a bad idea
> however in this case it worked well.
>
> 73,
>
> Tim - K1DC
>
> --
>
> Courageously sent from a non-Apple device that *includes* a headphone
> jack.
> ------------------------------
>
> <https://k1dc.com/img/k1dc-qsl-card-front.png>
> Tim Carter - K1DC (was KC1RET)
>
>
>
>
>
> +1.978.710.0133 <1.978.710.0133>
>
> k1dc.radio at gmail.com
>
> <="" td="">
>
> https://k1dc.com
>
> "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are incredibly
> slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful beyond
> imagination." -- *Albert Einstein*
>
> Warning: Spelling errors in this message are the product of a poor school
> system. Pay teachures more than athletes.
> This email is intended for the use of the individual addressee(s) named
> above and may contain information that is confidential privileged or
> unsuitable for overly sensitive persons with low self-esteem, no sense of
> humor or irrational religious beliefs. If you are not the intended
> recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is not
> authorized (either explicitly or implicitly) and constitutes an irritating
> social fauxpas. No animals were harmed in the transmission of this email,
> although the mutt next door is living on borrowed time, let me tell you.
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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From jim at k1ir.com  Fri Aug 23 14:00:42 2024
From: jim at k1ir.com (Jim Idelson)
Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2024 15:00:42 -0400
Subject: [bars] FS: Yaesu FT-847 160m thru 70cm with satellite mode
Message-ID: <CANvg0V5dYkxKHTk=WdV+RfKNjCHN0p3AoPma0sxVHe8hickNUQ@mail.gmail.com>

I've got my for sale FT-847 with me here at HamXposition.

Details at:

https://www.thedrivenelement.com/2024/06/fs-yaesu-ft-847-excellent-condition/

Looking for $700. If you're interested, please let me know by direct email.

--
73 Jim K1IR
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From douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net  Wed Aug 28 07:55:55 2024
From: douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net (DOUGLAS BRUCE)
Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 08:55:55 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [bars] Net Notes W1HH Net Wednesday Night August 28,
 2024 8:00 PM EDT 00:00 UTC
Message-ID: <1655773254.1071670.1724849755476@connect.xfinity.com>

Welcome to this week?s edition of "NET NOTES" !!  
 We will be having our BARS weekly net tonight at 08:00 pm EDT or 00:00 UTC

  Show your support!! Please join in the fun ? all are most welcome.
 
  Doug, N1WRN, will be your host tonight for the festivities! 

  NOTE: CHANGE IN REPEATER ? BARS IS NOW USING WESTFORD!!!

  Here is the repeater info:

  QTH: Westford

 FREQ: 146.955  MHz

 CALL: WB1GOF

  Offset:  - 0.6 MHz

  Tone:  CTCSS 74.4 Hz

  NOTICE!! WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP OUT BY DOING THE NET ONCE EVERY FEW WEEKS!!!!  Please contact Doug, N1WRN,      for more info.

  73,
  Doug
  N1WRN
  Billerica Amateur Radio Society Net Manager
 
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Thu Aug 29 13:02:10 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 14:02:10 -0400
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>

Does anyone know if there is a testing center in the Greater Boston area
that administers FCC element 1 and 3 exams (MROL and GROL)?

73,
K1CPR
Juan
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From richard.heckbert at gmail.com  Thu Aug 29 14:09:14 2024
From: richard.heckbert at gmail.com (Richard Heckbert)
Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 19:09:14 +0000
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <PH0PR10MB702705F6D0C2ACA5BE2DF67AA4962@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>

A quick Google search shows a number of places offer online exams if that?s helpful

https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/commercial-radio-operator-license-program/commercial

https://certifiedelectronicstechnician.org/

https://marinerslearningsystem.com/

Rick
KC1VGF

From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> on behalf of Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com>
Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:56?PM
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams

Does anyone know if there is a testing center in the Greater Boston area that administers FCC element 1 and 3 exams (MROL and GROL)?

73,
K1CPR
Juan
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Thu Aug 29 14:54:27 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:54:27 -0400
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
In-Reply-To: <PH0PR10MB702705F6D0C2ACA5BE2DF67AA4962@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
References: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <CANxHLxQnA-n=14pUpf=rMASWt6Jrpvq9yBP0QjuCAGnUse8qbg@mail.gmail.com>

I found these, but I would prefer to physically sit the exam at a site like
Pearson-Vue does. The online places charge too much money and the process
is very obnoxious. Thanks.

73,
K1CPR
Juan


On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 3:09?PM Richard Heckbert <richard.heckbert at gmail.com>
wrote:

> A quick Google search shows a number of places offer online exams if
> that?s helpful
>
>
>
>
> https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/commercial-radio-operator-license-program/commercial
>
>
>
> https://certifiedelectronicstechnician.org/
>
>
>
> https://marinerslearningsystem.com/
>
>
>
> Rick
>
> KC1VGF
>
>
>
> *From: *bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> on behalf of Juan Jim?nez <
> k1cpr at bd5.com>
> *Date: *Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:56?PM
> *Subject: *[bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
>
>
>
> Does anyone know if there is a testing center in the Greater Boston area
> that administers FCC element 1 and 3 exams (MROL and GROL)?
>
>
>
> 73,
>
> K1CPR
>
> Juan
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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From verhulst at comcast.net  Thu Aug 29 15:00:34 2024
From: verhulst at comcast.net (Tony Verhulst)
Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:00:34 -0400
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxQnA-n=14pUpf=rMASWt6Jrpvq9yBP0QjuCAGnUse8qbg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
 <PH0PR10MB702705F6D0C2ACA5BE2DF67AA4962@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
 <CANxHLxQnA-n=14pUpf=rMASWt6Jrpvq9yBP0QjuCAGnUse8qbg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <078d7ca1-03d2-4113-90f8-1c7b8ba86f0e@comcast.net>

One more
https://www.nemaritime.com/testing/fcc-radio-licenses/


On 8/29/2024 3:54 PM, Juan Jim?nez wrote:
> I found these, but I would prefer to physically sit the exam at a site 
> like Pearson-Vue does. The online places charge too much money and the 
> process is very obnoxious. Thanks.
>
> 73,
> K1CPR
> Juan
>
>
> On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 3:09?PM Richard Heckbert 
> <richard.heckbert at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>     A quick Google search shows a number of places offer online exams
>     if that?s helpful
>
>     https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/commercial-radio-operator-license-program/commercial
>
>
>     https://certifiedelectronicstechnician.org/
>
>     https://marinerslearningsystem.com/
>
>     Rick
>
>     KC1VGF
>
>     *From: *bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> on behalf of Juan Jim?nez
>     <k1cpr at bd5.com>
>     *Date: *Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:56?PM
>     *Subject: *[bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
>
>     Does anyone know if there is a testing center in the Greater
>     Boston area that administers FCC element 1 and 3 exams (MROL and
>     GROL)?
>
>     73,
>
>     K1CPR
>
>     Juan
>
>     _______________________________________________
>     bars mailing list
>     bars at w1hh.org
>     http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From geoffreyf at comcast.net  Thu Aug 29 15:09:18 2024
From: geoffreyf at comcast.net (geoffreyf at comcast.net)
Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 20:09:18 +0000
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxQnA-n=14pUpf=rMASWt6Jrpvq9yBP0QjuCAGnUse8qbg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
 <PH0PR10MB702705F6D0C2ACA5BE2DF67AA4962@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
 <CANxHLxQnA-n=14pUpf=rMASWt6Jrpvq9yBP0QjuCAGnUse8qbg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <PH7PR03MB71631281C557E76D1F659CBFA6962@PH7PR03MB7163.namprd03.prod.outlook.com>

At one point, I considered taking this exam.  I went so far as to study for it. The technical part is very similar to the Extra Exam.  The other part is just laws and regulations pertaining to the use of radios and radar in ships and aircraft.

It's useless if you don't get the necessary credentials to enter the controlled areas of harbors and airports. So, there is much more than merely passing the exam.  To really do the work you are licensed to do and on which lives depend, you will need a considerable investment in tools and test gear.  To be credible, there is a need for some sort of apprenticeship or on the job training with someone that has practical experience.

The best course really is to seek employment with firms that provide technical service in the transportation industry.   They will be impressed with an Amateur Extra license, provided that their employees find you have genuine knowledge and experience rather than just passing the extra exam. My problem is that at the age of 72, I am arguably not physically fit enough to be climbing radar masts aboard ships.  If they want you on their team, they will pay for the test.

I suggest you start by learning what GROL licensees actually do for a living and why they can NEVER screw up.

Geoff / W1GCF
________________________________
From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> on behalf of Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 29, 2024 3:54 PM
To: Richard Heckbert <richard.heckbert at gmail.com>
Cc: bars at w1hh.org <bars at w1hh.org>
Subject: Re: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams

I found these, but I would prefer to physically sit the exam at a site like Pearson-Vue does. The online places charge too much money and the process is very obnoxious. Thanks.

73,
K1CPR
Juan


On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 3:09?PM Richard Heckbert <richard.heckbert at gmail.com<mailto:richard.heckbert at gmail.com>> wrote:

A quick Google search shows a number of places offer online exams if that?s helpful



https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/commercial-radio-operator-license-program/commercial



https://certifiedelectronicstechnician.org/



https://marinerslearningsystem.com/



Rick

KC1VGF



From: bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org<mailto:bars-bounces at w1hh.org>> on behalf of Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com<mailto:k1cpr at bd5.com>>
Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:56?PM
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams



Does anyone know if there is a testing center in the Greater Boston area that administers FCC element 1 and 3 exams (MROL and GROL)?



73,

K1CPR

Juan

_______________________________________________
bars mailing list
bars at w1hh.org<mailto:bars at w1hh.org>
http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From phil at temples.com  Thu Aug 29 15:38:35 2024
From: phil at temples.com (Phil Temples)
Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:38:35 -0400
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxQnA-n=14pUpf=rMASWt6Jrpvq9yBP0QjuCAGnUse8qbg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
 <PH0PR10MB702705F6D0C2ACA5BE2DF67AA4962@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
 <CANxHLxQnA-n=14pUpf=rMASWt6Jrpvq9yBP0QjuCAGnUse8qbg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CA+Zzoc97CoutiqDTk_sRxOaxszwSyq-cm9SFo5WWJnq532_Rmw@mail.gmail.com>

At one time, the MIT exam team (W5YI VEC) administered the GROL exam. I
don't know if they still do so, however.

-Phil, K9HI

On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 3:55?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:

> I found these, but I would prefer to physically sit the exam at a site
> like Pearson-Vue does. The online places charge too much money and the
> process is very obnoxious. Thanks.
>
> 73,
> K1CPR
> Juan
>
>
> On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 3:09?PM Richard Heckbert <
> richard.heckbert at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> A quick Google search shows a number of places offer online exams if
>> that?s helpful
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/commercial-radio-operator-license-program/commercial
>>
>>
>>
>> https://certifiedelectronicstechnician.org/
>>
>>
>>
>> https://marinerslearningsystem.com/
>>
>>
>>
>> Rick
>>
>> KC1VGF
>>
>>
>>
>> *From: *bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> on behalf of Juan Jim?nez <
>> k1cpr at bd5.com>
>> *Date: *Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:56?PM
>> *Subject: *[bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
>>
>>
>>
>> Does anyone know if there is a testing center in the Greater Boston area
>> that administers FCC element 1 and 3 exams (MROL and GROL)?
>>
>>
>>
>> 73,
>>
>> K1CPR
>>
>> Juan
>> _______________________________________________
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>


-- 
Phil Temples <phil at temples.com>
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Thu Aug 29 16:15:16 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:15:16 -0400
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
In-Reply-To: <PH7PR03MB71631281C557E76D1F659CBFA6962@PH7PR03MB7163.namprd03.prod.outlook.com>
References: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
 <PH0PR10MB702705F6D0C2ACA5BE2DF67AA4962@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
 <CANxHLxQnA-n=14pUpf=rMASWt6Jrpvq9yBP0QjuCAGnUse8qbg@mail.gmail.com>
 <PH7PR03MB71631281C557E76D1F659CBFA6962@PH7PR03MB7163.namprd03.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTf_51SMJtnPKQy-OmgrHfXPEN_fYuBS-dx2DHedJ29UA@mail.gmail.com>

I am a pilot, trained as an avionics technician in the Marine Corps more
than 50 years ago, and I have a collection of access credentials for
several international airports where I have either worked, had an aircraft
or was building an aircraft. I think I already know exactly what this is
about. Don't assume or question someone's motives before asking first.

73,
K1CPR
Juan


On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 4:09?PM geoffreyf--- via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> At one point, I considered taking this exam.  I went so far as to study
> for it. The technical part is very similar to the Extra Exam.  The other
> part is just laws and regulations pertaining to the use of radios and radar
> in ships and aircraft.
>
> It's useless if you don't get the necessary credentials to enter the
> controlled areas of harbors and airports. So, there is much more than
> merely passing the exam.  To really do the work you are licensed to do and
> on which lives depend, you will need a considerable investment in tools and
> test gear.  To be credible, there is a need for some sort of apprenticeship
> or on the job training with someone that has practical experience.
>
> The best course really is to seek employment with firms that provide
> technical service in the transportation industry.   They will be impressed
> with an Amateur Extra license, provided that their employees find you have
> genuine knowledge and experience rather than just passing the extra exam.
> My problem is that at the age of 72, I am arguably not physically fit
> enough to be climbing radar masts aboard ships.  If they want you on their
> team, they will pay for the test.
>
> I suggest you start by learning what GROL licensees actually do for a
> living and why they can NEVER screw up.
>
> Geoff / W1GCF
> ------------------------------
> *From:* bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> on behalf of Juan Jim?nez <
> k1cpr at bd5.com>
> *Sent:* Thursday, August 29, 2024 3:54 PM
> *To:* Richard Heckbert <richard.heckbert at gmail.com>
> *Cc:* bars at w1hh.org <bars at w1hh.org>
> *Subject:* Re: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
>
> I found these, but I would prefer to physically sit the exam at a site
> like Pearson-Vue does. The online places charge too much money and the
> process is very obnoxious. Thanks.
>
> 73,
> K1CPR
> Juan
>
>
> On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 3:09?PM Richard Heckbert <
> richard.heckbert at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> A quick Google search shows a number of places offer online exams if
> that?s helpful
>
>
>
>
> https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/commercial-radio-operator-license-program/commercial
>
>
>
> https://certifiedelectronicstechnician.org/
>
>
>
> https://marinerslearningsystem.com/
>
>
>
> Rick
>
> KC1VGF
>
>
>
> *From: *bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> on behalf of Juan Jim?nez <
> k1cpr at bd5.com>
> *Date: *Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:56?PM
> *Subject: *[bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
>
>
>
> Does anyone know if there is a testing center in the Greater Boston area
> that administers FCC element 1 and 3 exams (MROL and GROL)?
>
>
>
> 73,
>
> K1CPR
>
> Juan
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Thu Aug 29 16:17:37 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:17:37 -0400
Subject: [bars] FCC Element 1 and 3 exams
In-Reply-To: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CANxHLxTOyZnqt2TSRP4NsR=QSazcyQ3ytF0++Pg_5=BDO5MgEg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTZ_BrRyhGs=XPg9vP37uS7ri9_JvCULsD9cWU3jaaRXw@mail.gmail.com>

Great ideas, folks. Thanks!

73,
K1CPR
Juan


On Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 2:02?PM Juan Jim?nez <k1cpr at bd5.com> wrote:

> Does anyone know if there is a testing center in the Greater Boston area
> that administers FCC element 1 and 3 exams (MROL and GROL)?
>
> 73,
> K1CPR
> Juan
>
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Fri Aug 30 21:31:06 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Fri, 30 Aug 2024 22:31:06 -0400
Subject: [bars] Delorme Tripmate
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTH0hPE-MiCkwT5rUqjH8SNsLKJQ2y6A_fMK2xu3-BHkw@mail.gmail.com>

Does anyone by any chance know when the Delorme Tripmate GPS receiver was
first introduced?

I just dug up my old example of this that I had modified years ago with a
push button to feed the GPS output to the input (the GPS sends "ASTRAL"
when not initialized, this makes it do so).

And I found out, much to my surprise, that my at least 27 year old GPS
receiver works, and it feeds position data perfectly to my Yaesu FT-991a.
He. This is almost like digging up a PDP-8e from a pile at the MIT Flea
Market and finding out on the first try that it works! ????

[image: 20240830_222832.jpg]

73,
K1CPR
Juan
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From douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net  Sat Aug 31 08:20:39 2024
From: douglas.bruce1 at comcast.net (DOUGLAS BRUCE)
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 09:20:39 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [bars] Net Notes W1HH Net Wednesday Night August 28,
 2024 8:00 PM EDT 00:00 UTC
In-Reply-To: <1655773254.1071670.1724849755476@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <1655773254.1071670.1724849755476@connect.xfinity.com>
Message-ID: <823027033.62576.1725110439952@connect.xfinity.com>

Good Morning All,
 
Thank you to the fifteen fine ham radio operators who checked in to the W1HH Net on Wednesday Night, August 28, 2024:
 
Call Sign     Name          QTH
 
N1ECC       Erving          Lowell
KC1TLE     John             North Billerica
KA1ULN     Niece           Andover
W7LSG      Ken              Billerica
WB1HBU   Eric              Beautiful West Lynn
KC1FTJ     John             Equally Beautiful North Chelmsford
KC1IUK     Chris            Tewksbury
K1DC        Tim               Andover
N1CVO     Shawn          Lowell
N1HTS      Jim               Tewksbury
KC1TJD    Kevin            Westford
W1LPG     Brendan       Entirely Adequate Bedford
KD1TF      Gary             Dracut
AB1HV     Mike              Wilmington
KC1NMX   Joanne         Lowell
 
15 check ins...And the winner is...Lowell with 3 checkins!
 
Until next time,
 
73,
Doug
N1WRN
 
 
 

> On 08/28/2024 8:55 AM EDT DOUGLAS BRUCE via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>  
>  
> Welcome to this week?s edition of "NET NOTES" !!  
>  We will be having our BARS weekly net tonight at 08:00 pm EDT or 00:00 UTC
> 
>   Show your support!! Please join in the fun ? all are most welcome.
>  
>   Doug, N1WRN, will be your host tonight for the festivities! 
> 
>   NOTE: CHANGE IN REPEATER ? BARS IS NOW USING WESTFORD!!!
> 
>   Here is the repeater info:
> 
>   QTH: Westford
> 
>  FREQ: 146.955  MHz
> 
>  CALL: WB1GOF
> 
>   Offset:  - 0.6 MHz
> 
>   Tone:  CTCSS 74.4 Hz
> 
>   NOTICE!! WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP OUT BY DOING THE NET ONCE EVERY FEW WEEKS!!!!  Please contact Doug, N1WRN,      for more info.
> 
>   73,
>   Doug
>   N1WRN
>   Billerica Amateur Radio Society Net Manager
>  
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
> 
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From w2iry.kayla at gmail.com  Sat Aug 31 12:53:32 2024
From: w2iry.kayla at gmail.com (Kayla Creamer)
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 13:53:32 -0400
Subject: [bars] September 2024 BARS Newsletter
Message-ID: <CAN+pPjDs-c5r+uYRODWU9Trj3rJvh4vAAM8NS7sbbcmfiF6btQ@mail.gmail.com>

Hi everyone,

We've got a great newsletter ready for your reading pleasure. Thanks, as
always, to our newsletter editor, Marla, for putting this together every
month. Also big congrats to Marla, as her hard work on putting this
newsletter together every month has earned the BARS newsletter second place
in Northeast HamXposition Newsletter contest. Also, thanks to those of you
who contributed articles. Without articles, there is no newsletter. If you
have something you'd like to submit for a future newsletter, be sure to
send it to Marla at wa1gsf at comcast.net. Here's the link for this month's
newsletter: https://bit.ly/Sept24BARSNewsletter

This Wednesday, 9/4, is our monthly membership meeting. Note that the
meetings are now hybrid and will take place at the Chelmsford Bible Church
at 128 Gorham Street in Chelmsford AND via Zoom at 7 pm EST. Be on the
lookout for Zoom info from Bruce over the next couple of days. This month's
guest speaker will be Mike Walker, VA3MW, on Flex Radio: It?s Not Your
Father?s HF Rig. Be sure to check out this month's newsletter or w1hh.org for
more info on Mike and his presentation.

As a reminder, BARS dues run from January 1 through December 31. Dues are
just $15 for the year and help pay for the club Zoom account, the website,
Field Day activities, etc. If you have not renewed, you can do so online at
https://www.w1hh.org/join-or-renew/. If you're not sure if you are current
or not, email our club treasurer, Bruce Anderson, at w1lus at hotmail.com.

Thanks and hope to see you at the meeting!

73,
Kayla
W2IRY
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From tower_climber at comcast.net  Sat Aug 31 15:21:35 2024
From: tower_climber at comcast.net (Peter Norden)
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 16:21:35 -0400
Subject: [bars] Anyone interested?
Message-ID: <C46CE625-0DCC-4BF7-8068-508BD4F06FE2@comcast.net>

$20 a handful.
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Sent from my iPad

From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Sat Aug 31 16:15:29 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 17:15:29 -0400
Subject: [bars] Anyone interested?
In-Reply-To: <C46CE625-0DCC-4BF7-8068-508BD4F06FE2@comcast.net>
References: <C46CE625-0DCC-4BF7-8068-508BD4F06FE2@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <CAHW19_LUUgBqY-u6VAUYKTp-n3t_8BWY5rFw16Kgs5QLhyAowA@mail.gmail.com>

Assume caps not cherries... Values voltages etc??
RichieT
W1RJT

On Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 4:22?PM Peter Norden via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:

> $20 a handful.
> Sent from my iPad_______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
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From kc1soz at bd5.com  Sat Aug 31 16:41:48 2024
From: kc1soz at bd5.com (KC1SOZ)
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 17:41:48 -0400
Subject: [bars] Anyone interested?
In-Reply-To: <CAHW19_LUUgBqY-u6VAUYKTp-n3t_8BWY5rFw16Kgs5QLhyAowA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <C46CE625-0DCC-4BF7-8068-508BD4F06FE2@comcast.net>
 <CAHW19_LUUgBqY-u6VAUYKTp-n3t_8BWY5rFw16Kgs5QLhyAowA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CANxHLxTDwS41fSigsczjHpOoE6aWSSc+yfufrvnW9WGVh6YMnQ@mail.gmail.com>

What, you can't tell by weight and feel? ??

How times have changed... In my day real hackers could log into gov systems
by whistling into acoustic couplers. <grin>

On Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 17:15 Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:

> Assume caps not cherries... Values voltages etc??
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 4:22?PM Peter Norden via bars <bars at w1hh.org> wrote:
>
>> $20 a handful.
>> Sent from my iPad_______________________________________________
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
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From richard.heckbert at gmail.com  Sat Aug 31 17:05:53 2024
From: richard.heckbert at gmail.com (Richard Heckbert)
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 22:05:53 +0000
Subject: [bars] QSL Card
Message-ID: <PH0PR10MB70271EEFAB50695535C6C55EA4902@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>

Hi all,

Thought you might find this interesting

Kevin Murphy, (who I know as I worked with him before retirement from Tufts) collects Postcard and QSL cards from Billerica and tends to post a lot of them on Facebook.  He just posted this on the Billerica Back in the Day group

[cid:image001.png at 01DAFBD0.68E33120]

According to the post 47 Pine Street is now 47 Alpine St in North Billerica (just down the street from the Chelmsford Bible Church!)

What is amazing to me is the bottom of the card.  It appears the card was printed by W1OLU who was my paternal grandfather who passed before I was born.   According to my Dad, he could do just about anything he set his mind to so seeing that he printed color QSL Cards in the 50?s does not surprise me in the least.  Kind of cool artwork too - Bunny with a microphone to match the card sender.

The story, told often by my dad, was my grandfather would phoneticize his call letters to W1 Old Ladies Underwear which would earn him a nasty look and a few strong words from my grandmother whenever she caught him saying it.

My Dad and I dragged his equipment out of my aunt?s basement back in the early 70?s in the hopes it was usable but unfortunately, time and dampness had destroyed most of the rubber and cloth wire insulation to the point where we thought it wasn?t safe to apply power.  Think very large microwave oven size! I did manage to save his microphone (since misplaced/lost) and more importantly, the metal plate from the front of the radio.  Unfortunately, most of the black paint has been lost.

[cid:image002.jpg at 01DAFBD0.68E33120]

The writing says:
                AMATEUR RADIO
                    W1OLU
                MEDFORD, MASS

The exciting (to me) news is I am scheduled to be issued W1OLU as of this coming Wednesday!

Just thought I?d share with people who can appreciate.  My family not surprisingly didn?t get at all excited.

Rick
KC1VGF (Soon to be W1OLU)
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From radiohamateur at gmail.com  Sat Aug 31 17:17:45 2024
From: radiohamateur at gmail.com (Richard T)
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 18:17:45 -0400
Subject: [bars] QSL Card
In-Reply-To: <PH0PR10MB70271EEFAB50695535C6C55EA4902@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
References: <PH0PR10MB70271EEFAB50695535C6C55EA4902@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <CAHW19_L8z-gXw5jHXvt1QF9iSd5HOWajCb4ag_njpdj+1N+Eyg@mail.gmail.com>

Well "Very Good Friend" hope your new call doesn't get nasty looks from
your YL but " Only Large Udders" may not be any better ?
RichieT
W1RJT

On Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 6:06?PM Richard Heckbert <richard.heckbert at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Hi all,
>
>
>
> Thought you might find this interesting
>
>
>
> Kevin Murphy, (who I know as I worked with him before retirement from
> Tufts) collects Postcard and QSL cards from Billerica and tends to post a
> lot of them on Facebook.  He just posted this on the Billerica Back in the
> Day group
>
>
>
>
>
> According to the post 47 Pine Street is now 47 Alpine St
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/47+Alpine+St?entry=gmail&source=g> in
> North Billerica (just down the street from the Chelmsford Bible Church!)
>
>
>
> What is amazing to me is the bottom of the card.  It appears the card was
> printed by W1OLU who was my paternal grandfather who passed before I was
> born.   According to my Dad, he could do just about anything he set his
> mind to so seeing that he printed color QSL Cards in the 50?s does not
> surprise me in the least.  Kind of cool artwork too - Bunny with a
> microphone to match the card sender.
>
>
>
> The story, told often by my dad, was my grandfather would phoneticize his
> call letters to W1 Old Ladies Underwear which would earn him a nasty look
> and a few strong words from my grandmother whenever she caught him saying
> it.
>
>
>
> My Dad and I dragged his equipment out of my aunt?s basement back in the
> early 70?s in the hopes it was usable but unfortunately, time and dampness
> had destroyed most of the rubber and cloth wire insulation to the point
> where we thought it wasn?t safe to apply power.  Think very large microwave
> oven size! I did manage to save his microphone (since misplaced/lost) and
> more importantly, the metal plate from the front of the radio.
> Unfortunately, most of the black paint has been lost.
>
>
>
>
>
> The writing says:
>
>                 AMATEUR RADIO
>
>                     W1OLU
>
>                 MEDFORD, MASS
>
>
>
> The exciting (to me) news is I am scheduled to be issued W1OLU as of this
> coming Wednesday!
>
>
>
> Just thought I?d share with people who can appreciate.  My family not
> surprisingly didn?t get at all excited.
>
>
>
> Rick
>
> KC1VGF (Soon to be W1OLU)
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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From k1cpr at bd5.com  Sat Aug 31 18:58:59 2024
From: k1cpr at bd5.com (=?UTF-8?Q?Juan_Jim=C3=A9nez?=)
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 19:58:59 -0400
Subject: [bars] QSL Card
In-Reply-To: <CAHW19_L8z-gXw5jHXvt1QF9iSd5HOWajCb4ag_njpdj+1N+Eyg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <PH0PR10MB70271EEFAB50695535C6C55EA4902@PH0PR10MB7027.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
 <CAHW19_L8z-gXw5jHXvt1QF9iSd5HOWajCb4ag_njpdj+1N+Eyg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CANxHLxThCd0BO2e60XeXQ9A0Xrj93fzs7mLcdAaQ4+SHzA8vXg@mail.gmail.com>

"The story, told often by my dad, was my grandfather would phoneticize his
call letters to W1 Old Ladies Underwear which would earn him a nasty look
and a few strong words from my grandmother whenever she caught him saying
it."

My kind of HAM radio man!

73,
K1CPR
*Crazy Puerto Rican*
Juan


On Sat, Aug 31, 2024 at 6:17?PM Richard T <radiohamateur at gmail.com> wrote:

> Well "Very Good Friend" hope your new call doesn't get nasty looks from
> your YL but " Only Large Udders" may not be any better ?
> RichieT
> W1RJT
>
> On Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 6:06?PM Richard Heckbert <richard.heckbert at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi all,
>>
>>
>>
>> Thought you might find this interesting
>>
>>
>>
>> Kevin Murphy, (who I know as I worked with him before retirement from
>> Tufts) collects Postcard and QSL cards from Billerica and tends to post a
>> lot of them on Facebook.  He just posted this on the Billerica Back in the
>> Day group
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> According to the post 47 Pine Street is now 47 Alpine St
>> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/47+Alpine+St?entry=gmail&source=g>
>> in North Billerica (just down the street from the Chelmsford Bible Church!)
>>
>>
>>
>> What is amazing to me is the bottom of the card.  It appears the card was
>> printed by W1OLU who was my paternal grandfather who passed before I was
>> born.   According to my Dad, he could do just about anything he set his
>> mind to so seeing that he printed color QSL Cards in the 50?s does not
>> surprise me in the least.  Kind of cool artwork too - Bunny with a
>> microphone to match the card sender.
>>
>>
>>
>> The story, told often by my dad, was my grandfather would phoneticize his
>> call letters to W1 Old Ladies Underwear which would earn him a nasty look
>> and a few strong words from my grandmother whenever she caught him saying
>> it.
>>
>>
>>
>> My Dad and I dragged his equipment out of my aunt?s basement back in the
>> early 70?s in the hopes it was usable but unfortunately, time and dampness
>> had destroyed most of the rubber and cloth wire insulation to the point
>> where we thought it wasn?t safe to apply power.  Think very large microwave
>> oven size! I did manage to save his microphone (since misplaced/lost) and
>> more importantly, the metal plate from the front of the radio.
>> Unfortunately, most of the black paint has been lost.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> The writing says:
>>
>>                 AMATEUR RADIO
>>
>>                     W1OLU
>>
>>                 MEDFORD, MASS
>>
>>
>>
>> The exciting (to me) news is I am scheduled to be issued W1OLU as of this
>> coming Wednesday!
>>
>>
>>
>> Just thought I?d share with people who can appreciate.  My family not
>> surprisingly didn?t get at all excited.
>>
>>
>>
>> Rick
>>
>> KC1VGF (Soon to be W1OLU)
>> _______________________________________________
>> bars mailing list
>> bars at w1hh.org
>> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>>
> _______________________________________________
> bars mailing list
> bars at w1hh.org
> http://mail.w1hh.org/mailman/listinfo/bars_w1hh.org
>
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