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The ARRL Contest Update for August 21, 2019

August 21, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to “The ARRL Contest Update” from Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this contest update are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content supplied by HQ ARRL, 225 […]

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Amateur/Ham Radio, ARES, ARRL, Big Island ARRL News, Big Island of Hawaii ARRL info, Club Activities, Contests, DX-peditions

Meet and Greet with Jim Tiemstra, ARRL’s Pacific Division Director

August 21, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the Hawaii Island Amateur/Ham Radio News update from Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio news summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content […]

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ARLX007 WWV Centennial Committee prepares for Trial Run of WW0WWV

August 20, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the ARRL News update from Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio news summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content supplied by HQ […]

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ARRL Board Action on Band Usage to FCC

August 20, 2019by Russ Roberts

Thank to Tony Kitchen (WH6DVI) for this analysis of the July 2019 ARRL Board action on digital modes. Article accessed on 21 August 2019, 0450 UTC, Post 1082. Source: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=rm&ogbl#inbox/FMfcgxwDqnjnHJFWKcLDwWtfzFlmfxGW […]

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Future of WWVH

August 20, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the latest Hawaii Island Amateur/Ham Radio news from Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio News summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content […]

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Big Island EMMCOMM Round Table Discussion

August 19, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the latest Hawaii Island Amateur/Ham Radio news update from Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio News summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. […]

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Southgate Amateur Radio Club News

August 18, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the “Southgate Amateur Radio Club News” update from Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio News summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content […]

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Retired News director of Pacific Radio Group Radio Stations on Hawaii-the Big Island. I have more than 40 years of broadcast experience, including positons at KTUH-FM (UH-Manoa), KPOI-FM (Honolulu). KHLO-AM (Hilo), KKBG-FM (KBIG-FM)(Hilo/Kona), KAPA-FM (Hilo-Kona). Native-FM (Hilo-Kona), and ESPN Hawaii (Hilo-Kona). Former University of Hawaii-Hilo librarian. Retired Air Force Officer. Amatuer (Ham) Radio operator since 1977 (currently holds the Amateur Extra Class License from the FCC-KH6JRM).... Can read, write, and speak Russian. Retired on 30 September 2011, but still maintains a Hawaii Island News Blog.

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RSS ARRL Amateur Radio News

  • Reminder: The Hiram Percy Maxim Birthday Celebration Begins on August 31 August 21, 2019
  • Inter-American Proposal Removes 47 – 47.2 GHz from Bands under Study for 5G Services August 21, 2019
    The 34th meeting of the Inter-American Telecommunication Commission (CITEL) Permanent Consultative Committee II (PCC.II) concluded a week of meetings on August 16 in Ottawa, Canada, in advance of World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-19). The meetings were aimed at reaching regional consensus on WRC-19 agenda items. Attendees at PCC.II included ARRL Techn […]
  • Radio Amateurs in India Support Rescue and Relief Operations in Wake of Flooding August 20, 2019
    Radio amateurs in at least three western Indian states along the Arabian Sea coast are pitching in to support communication for rescue and relief operations following heavy rainfall and flooding. In Kerala, Shyam Kumar, VU2JLE, told The Hindu newspaper that he and 15 other radio amateurs belonging to the Wayanad Hams (WHAMS) group have been closely monitorin […]
  • Candidates for ARRL Directors and Vice Directors Announced August 20, 2019
    Two races for the office of ARRL Director and one contest for Vice Director are set for this fall. In the Southeastern Division, incumbent Director Greg Sarratt, W4OZK, faces a challenge from Mickey Baker, N4MB. A three-way race is set for the office of Southeastern Division Vice Director, with incumbent Joseph Tiritilli, N4ZUW, facing James Schilling, KG4JS […]
  • Somalia Operation Set for September August 20, 2019
  • Alexanderson Alternator Station SAQ Hails “Incredible” Number of Listener Reports August 20, 2019
  • WWV Centennial Committee Prepares for Trial Run of WW0WWV Special Event August 20, 2019
  • Department of Defense Message Prompts Listeners to Take WWV/WWVH Survey August 20, 2019
    Through Saturday, August 24, WWV and WWVH will transmit a US Department of Defense (DOD) message in conjunction with the COMEX 19-3 interoperability exercise in Tennessee. The broadcast also urges listeners to complete a survey on WWV/WWVH listenership and listening habits. The messages are broadcast on WWV at 10 minutes past the hour and on WWVH at 50 minut […]
  • ARRL Contest and DXCC Rules Now Prohibit Automated Contacts August 19, 2019
    Following the direction of the ARRL Board of Directors, ARRL has incorporated changes to the rules for all ARRL-sponsored contests and DXCC, prohibiting automated contacts. These changes also apply to the Worked All States (including Triple Play and 5-Band WAS), VHF/UHF Century Club, and Fred Fish, W5FF, Memorial awards. The changes are effective immediately […]
  • FCC Dismisses ARRL, AMSAT Requests in Small Satellite Proceeding August 16, 2019
    An FCC Report and Order (R&O) released August 2 in the so-called “small satellite” rulemaking proceeding, IB Docket 18-86, failed to address concerns expressed by ARRL and AMSAT. Both organizations filed comments on the FCC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) in the proceeding last year, seeking changes in the FCCs interpretations and procedures affecti […]

RSS Ham Radio Hawaii

  • Spot Light on a Radio Operator – WH6FVC August 6, 2019
    This week we spotlight Tim, WH6FVC. Aloha & Welcome to my QRZ Profile.  To the left there is my setup (so far), I know I know, that is an ICOM HF radio – I am only a technician class, but it is my incentive to get my General Class license so I can join my friends […]
    KH6OWL
  • Hawaii Amateur Radio Operators Successful Receive SSTV Images from the ISS August 2, 2019
    Flying past Earth in Low Earth Orbit, LEO,  at a whopping 5 miles-per-second. That means the International Space Station, ISS, circles the entire planet once every 90 minutes. The ISS is 220 to 248 miles above Earth. Amateur Radio Operators from around the world track and listen for the ISS as it flies over head, and with this […]
    KH6OWL
  • Spot Light on a Radio Operator – KH6DH July 26, 2019
    This week we spotlight Gerald Luke, KH6DH. Thanks for visiting, Simple station here, and sorry no “Iron”, but it does not mean I don’t appreciate it.  As a kid I grew up with Model 33’s, Hammurlund, National, and Hallicrafters in school.  Still have a Drake 2B, Hallicrafters S-120, Allied 2515???, and Civic Patrols somewhere in the […]
    KH6OWL
  • Spot Light on a Radio Operator – AH7E July 16, 2019
    This week we spotlight David J. Cabatu, AH7E. E-MAIL NOTICE: You MUST remove the part called “.NOSPAM” in my e-mail address. This is merely a protective measure to prevent massive amounts of spam from clogging my e-mail accounts. RADIO EQUIPMENT: Motorola ASTRO Saber II VHF portable with APCO 25 digital voice capability, Icom IC-V8000 2 meter […]
    KH6OWL
  • Spot Light on a Radio Operator – AH6V July 9, 2019
    Spot Light on a Amateur Radio Operator This week we spotlight Jeremy J. Storm AH6V.   ~ Welcome to my page ~. QSL via eQSL or direct S.A.S.E. only. Ninole (nee-no-lay) is one of many retired sugar plantation towns along the north east coast of Hawaii Island. AH6V is inland 4.3km. and 545m. above sea level. […]
    KH6OWL

RSS Amateur Radio News Line

  • Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2181 for Friday August 16th, 2019 August 15, 2019
    - NEW HAMS IN INDIA PROVIDE BIG ASSIST IN FLOODS - RADIOWAVE PROPAGATION EXPERT LES BARCLAY G3HTF - NEW DETAILS EMERGE AFTER N.H. TOWER ACCIDENT - NETHERLANDS CAMPGROUND PREPARES FOR YOUNGSTERS ON THE AIR - SPECIAL EVENT STATION CELEBRATES 'HARVEY HOUSES' - CONTESTER MAKES GENEROUS GIFT TO FOUNDATION - WINLINK OPERATION HELPS MAKE 'CITADEL RUM […]
    Kevin Trotman
  • Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2180 for Friday August 9th, 2019 August 9, 2019
    - ARIZONA HAMS AID COMMUNICATIONS DURING MASSIVE FIRE - A PLEA FOR AMATEUR RADIO FROM MOUNT ATHOS - SILENT KEY: SWISS SHORTWAVE's BOB THOMANN HB9GX - SILENT KEY: RADIO 'GODFATHER' FRITZ NITSCH W4NTO - AN AMATEUR RADIO RECORD FOR INDIA - RADIO CAROLINE SETS SAIL ON THE HF WAVES - ISS EVENT PAYS TRIBUTE TO SILENT KEY WHO WAS RADIO PIONEER IN SPA […]
    Kevin Trotman
  • Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2179 for Friday August 2nd, 2019 August 2, 2019
    - TOP STORY: DHRUV REBBA KC9ZJX NAMED NEWSLINE'S 2019 YOUNG HAM OF THE YEAR - GIFTED PROGRAM PROVIDES THE GIFT OF RADIO TRAINING - N1MM LOGGER+ NEEDS HELP GOING MULTILINGUAL - TRAGIC TOWER ACCIDENT KILLS 1, INJURES ANOTHER - HAMS HELP HONOR HOLOCAUST REFUGEES IN NY - SOLAR CYCLE'S NOT A VICIOUS CYCLE AFTER ALL - OHIO CLUB MARKING ITS CENTENARIAN ST […]
    Kevin Trotman

RSS Simple Ham Radio Antennas

  • Say Goodbye to that G5RV! Look at the ZS6BKW. Post 1966. August 21, 2019
    If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbXmAcf9MmI .If you're disappointed in the multiband HF performance of your G5RV antenna, try the ZS6BKW antenna as modified by N4UFB and AE4VJ. With the possible exception of 450 ohm ladder line, most of the materials needed for […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • 5 Ways to deal with your H.O.A - Ham Radio - Get on the air! Post 1965. August 21, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcyeyphLTIg .HOAs and CC&Rs seem to be the trend in housing these days.  These deed restrictions can create numerous roadblocks to erecting Amateur/Ham Radio antennas for HF/VHF/UHF stations.In this video from KG5OCW, we see how ant […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • How to build a dipole antenna for Ham Radio. Post 1964. August 20, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khZRVZnugio. Sometimes it's good to review basic antenna theory and practice before we embark on another antenna project.  What could be simpler than the "classic" HF dipole antenna?In this video from Johnny (W5KV), we le […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • HF Mobile Antennas and Their Installation, Post 1963. August 19, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQI2G6uqQhw. A good, simple introduction on installing HF mobile antennas on modern vehicles from the staff of UK-based Waters and Stanton Ham Radio Store.Topics range from antenna installation to proper grounding and noise/hash suppres […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • Homiebrew Base Loaded Mobile HF Antenna 6 thru 80 meters. Post 1962. August 17, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQr9gg7umg0.Mobile HF antennas can be difficult to install, tune, and use because of several problems, including poor grounding, the use of fiberglass in vehicle bodies, rf "hash" from onboard electronics, and poor connections […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • Goofy Antennas That Work. Post 1961. August 16, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzWfeQVdtzY.In this video from Stan Gibilisco (W1GV), we learn a few new things about coax-fed dipole antennas and open-wire-fed zepp antennas.  Both of these "classic" HF antennas perform well if we pay attention to the pecul […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • HOW TO seal coax connectors and protect LNAs from water, salt spray, UV ... August 16, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57IQDnyk2LA.  This is post 1960.Protecting your antenna connectors and exposed wiring is an often missed step in antenna construction.  Your antenna will last longer if you take steps to "weatherize" all exposed wire areas.In […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • Fishing Pole 40 Meter Vertical Antenna. Post 1959. August 15, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXg7ZOAkDyg. Here's another simple, effective, and inexpensive antenna suitable for both home and field use.In this video, VE3BF uses common materials to make a quick and easy 40 meter vertical antenna, which can be used on other a […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • Five minute portable 40m ground plane antenna. Post 1958. August 14, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsGXJxNkfb8. A nicely done, simple portable vertical antenna for the 40 meter Amateur Radio band from John Saunders.  John does an excellent job of describing this antenna made from commonly available parts. The antenna is compact, easi […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
  • The 6 meter Delta Loop Tutorial. Post 1957. August 13, 2019
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZkWPP13S6k.Thanks to M0ZMP for this excellent, well-presented video on how to design and build a 6 meter Delta Loop Antenna.  This antenna is strong, portable, and inexpensive if you use locally available materials.M0ZMP takes you thro […]
    Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)

Amateur/Ham Radio posts

  • The ARRL Contest Update for August 21, 2019 August 21, 2019
  • Meet and Greet with Jim Tiemstra, ARRL’s Pacific Division Director August 21, 2019
  • ARLX007 WWV Centennial Committee prepares for Trial Run of WW0WWV August 20, 2019
  • ARRL Board Action on Band Usage to FCC August 20, 2019
  • Future of WWVH August 20, 2019
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