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ARRL Letter for 13 April 2017

April 14, 2017by Russ Roberts

Big Island ARRL News, 14 April 2017, 18:55 hrs, Post #170. Source: http://www.arrrl.org/arrlletter?issue=2017-04-13 Accessed on 14 April 2017, 18:55 hrs, UTC. Please click link to read the full article. Comment: […]

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North Korea Threat to Hawaii

April 13, 2017by Russ Roberts

Big Island ARRL News, 13 April 2017, 15:50 hrs, UTC, Post #169. Source: http://dod.hawaii.gov/hiema/main/north-korea-threat-to-hawaii/ Accessed on 13 April 2017, 15:50 hrs, UTC. Please click link to read the full story […]

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That’s Not Real Ham Radio

April 12, 2017by Russ Roberts

Big Island ARRL News, 13 April 2017, 04:55 hrs, UTC, Post #168. Source: http://www.konr.com/wordpress/2017/04/12/radio/ Accessed on 13 April 2017, 04:55 hrs, UTC. Author:  Bob Witte (K0NR). Please insert title URL […]

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Radio Day, Saturday, 29 April 2017, beginning at 9 a.m. (local time)

April 10, 2017by Russ Roberts

Big Island ARRL News, 11 April 2017, 05:55 hrs, UTC, Post #167. Source: Information handout from the Puna Emergency Radio Club…thanks to Rich (WH6LU) for the “heads up.” I picked […]

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ARRL 2016 International Award given to two Hawaii Island Amateur Radio Operators

April 8, 2017by Russ Roberts

Big Island ARRL News, 09 April 2017, 04:15 hrs, UTC, Post # 166. Source: Russell Roberts (KH6JRM), Public Information Coordinator, Hawaii County, ARRL Pacific Section. Comment: Approximately 75 Hawaii Island […]

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ARRL Letter for April 6, 2017

April 7, 2017by Russ Roberts

Big Island ARRL News, 07 April 2017, 16:35 hrs, UTC, Post #165. Source: http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter?issue=2017-04-06 Accessed on 07 April 2017, 16:35 hrs, UTC. Please click link to read the full article. […]

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ARRL Contest Update, April 4, 2017

April 5, 2017by Russ Roberts

Big Island ARRL News, 06 April 2017, 06:25 hrs, UTC, Post # 164. Source: http://www.arrl.org/the-arrl-contest-update-issues?issue=current Accessed on 06 April 2017, 06:25 hrs, UTC. Editor:  Brian Moran (N9ADG). Please click link […]

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Russ Roberts

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

  • Nominations Sought for 2018 ARRL Bill Leonard Award September 17, 2018
    The ARRL Public Relations Committee is seeking nominations for the 2018 Bill Leonard Award, which recognizes this year’s best newspaper, radio, or television news story about Amateur Radio. The award honors professional journalists or journalistic teams whose outstanding coverage highlights the enjoyment, importance, and public service value that Amateur Rad […]
  • Radio City Announces Closing, Owners to Retire September 16, 2018
    Amateur Radio retailer Radio City, Inc. of Mounds View, Minnesota, has announced it is closing.“It's been a wonderful 36 years for us at Radio City, and we have decided to retire and close,” owners Dan, KB0XC, and Maline Fish said in a message on the retailer’s website. “We are so thankful for the many years of support and we have enjoyed working you, o […]
  • South Carolina Amateur Radio Volunteers Assist with Emergency Communication September 16, 2018
    Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) volunteers from several South Carolina counties are pitching in to help support emergency communication, as the state deals with the aftereffects of Hurricane Florence. The storm, now a tropical depression, continues to generate heavy rainfall in the Carolinas. “Amateur Radio operators are far from ‘amateurs’ when it co […]
  • FCC Grants ARRL Temporary Waiver Request to Permit PACTOR 4 Use in Hurricane Relief September 16, 2018
    The FCC has granted an ARRL request for a temporary waiver of Section 97.307(f) of the FCC’s Amateur Service rules to permit the use of PACTOR 4 digital mode for Amateur Radio communication within the continental US related to Hurricane Florence relief. The grant extends through Tuesday, September 18, and a formal order addressing the request for a 30-day wa […]
  • Hurricane Watch Net Stands Down after Nearly 40 Hours of Operation September 15, 2018
    [UPDATED 2018-09-15@1515 UTC] The Hurricane Watch Net (HWN) has announced that it’s shutting down its activation for Hurricane Florence, now downgraded to a Tropical Storm but still “a formidable system that will affect the coastal states for days,” HWN Assistant Manager Stan Broadway, N8BHL, said. “Because the storm is moving inland, Amateur Radio activity […]
  • Hurricane Watch Net Remains Active as Florence Makes Landfall in North Carolina September 14, 2018
    The Hurricane Watch Net (HWN), which has been tracking the approach of Hurricane Florence, plans to remain active “until no longer needed.” The net activated on Thursday, September 13, at 1300 UTC on both its 14.325 MHz and 7.268 MHz frequencies.The storm made landfall near Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, early today (September 14) and has been scaled ba […]
  • The Latest Episode of ARRL Audio News is Now Available! September 14, 2018
    Listen to the new episode of ARRL Audio News on your iOS or Android podcast app, or online at www.blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/. Audio News is also retransmitted on a number of FM repeaters. Click here and then scroll down to see the list. 
  • The K7RA Solar Update September 14, 2018
    We observed a return of sunspot activity during the past reporting week (September 6-12), with spots on four days, but not consecutive. Sunspots were visible on September 8-9 and 11-12. Average daily sunspot numbers increased to 7.6, compared to zero over the previous seven days.Average daily solar flux increased from 67.8 to 68.6, and planetary A index doub […]
  • W1AW Suspending Scheduled Transmissions on Friday, September 14 September 13, 2018
    As part of the ongoing communication efforts with Hurricane Florence, Hiram Percy Maxim Memorial Station W1AW will suspend its regular bulletin and code practice transmissions on Friday, September 14. The station will resume its normal operating schedule on Monday, September 17. Radio amateurs are reminded to avoid the various Hurricane Watch Net (HWN) and S […]
  • The Doctor Will See You Now! September 13, 2018
    “Tools for the Amateur Station” is the topic of the new (September 13) episode of the “ARRL The Doctor is In” podcast. Listen...and learn!Sponsored by DX Engineering, “ARRL The Doctor is In” is an informative discussion of all things technical. Listen on your computer, tablet, or smartphone -- whenever and wherever you like!Every 2 weeks, your host, QST Edit […]

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  • How to Renew your Amateur Radio License September 16, 2018
    If you are a ham radio operator and are less than 90 days from your license expiration date, or if your license expired less than two years ago, you can renew your ham radio license online from your computer. You won’t need to take the examination again. Although this post is directed at renewing your […]
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  • ARRL SET 2018 Exercise – 13 Oct 2018 September 15, 2018
    To all, Attached is the ARRL SET 2018 exercise document.  The exercise will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon HST. Please review and put together your own plan for your respective districts.  Develop your own ICS-205 Incident Radio Communications Plan.  Also, ensure you spread the word out to […]
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  • NVIS – A Way to Build One September 15, 2018
    NVIS antenna are good for Short range HF communications. For Hawaii, NVIS antenna will most likely work better for inter-island communications. Have you ever passed a military vehicle with an antenna tied down, that is a NVIS antenna. The military uses NVIS antennas for out to about 500 miles. NVIS has a high take off […]
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  • Antenna Terminology Defined September 15, 2018
    From:  Mobile Mark Antenna Solutions @ https://www.mobilemark.com/engineering/antenna-terminology-defined/ Antenna theory and antenna terminology can seem complicated to the uninitiated. A lot goes into designing antennas but with a little bit of guidance and explanation, antenna users (network designers, systems integrators, end users) can read through the […]
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  • Update Oahu Map September 11, 2018
    As of 10 SEP 2018.
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RSS ARRL Audio News

  • ARRL Audio News - September 14, 2018 September 14, 2018
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  • ARRL Audio News - September 7, 2018 September 7, 2018
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  • ARRL Audio News - August 31, 2018 August 31, 2018
    ARRL Audio News - August 31, 2018
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RSS Amateur Radio News Line

  • Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2133 for Friday, September 14, 2018 September 14, 2018
    - BREAKING NEWS: HAMS RESPOND TO ATLANTIC HURRICANE SYSTEMS - ANTENNA GIVES BOOST TO FLEDGLING DXers IN UK - SILENT KEY: LIGHTHOUSE SOCIETY’S JIM WEIDNER K2JXW - HAM RADIO HELP FOR SCOUTS - AN OCCASION TO CELEBRATE AT THE VOA - AIRSHOW INCLUDES RADIO SHOW IN SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - A CELEBRATION OF MARCONI – DOWN UNDER "- YLs TO OPERATE ON BOARD USS BAT […]
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  • Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2132 for Friday, September 7th, 2018 September 7, 2018
    - AMSAT BATTLING SATELLITE QRM- CASE STILL OPEN IN KILLING OF HENRY STANGE WA6RXZ- CLUB SHACK IN NAIROBI, KENYA BURGLARIZED- SILENT KEY: MALAYSIAN AMATEUR FEROZ KHAN 9W2JOH- SILENT KEY: MOMOKU SAKURA JI2EIT- DIGITAL ENTHUSIASTS HOLDING ANNUAL CONFERENCE- IN NORTHERN IRELAND, HAM'S SPECIAL DELIVERY FROM N. KOREA- KOREAN POSTAGE STAMP COMMEMORATES ARDF CH […]
    Kevin Trotman
  • Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2131 for Friday, August 31, 2018 August 31, 2018
    - BREAKING NEWS: ARRESTS MADE IN DEATH OF CALIF. AMATEUR- RADIO RESPONDS TO EMERGENCIES IN VENEZUELA AND HAWAII- ARRL PRESIDENT SPEAKS AT WEST VIRGINIA CONVENTION- OHIO QSO PARTY: PROGRESS DESPITE PROPAGATION- IN CHICAGO, DX ASSOCIATION CONVENTION TIME DRAWS NEAR- RADIOS ARRIVE BY SPECIAL DELIVERY IN HONDURAS- DIGITAL RADIO RALLIES FOR EMERGENCY COMMS IN COL […]
    Kevin Trotman

RSS Simple Ham Radio Antennas

  • Antennas for Portable Amateur/Ham Radio Operations-ICQ Podcast Episode 276. Post #1619. September 18, 2018
    If you can't view the video podcast, please insert this title URL into your web browser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHdaLq6ZqMc One of my favorite Amateur/Ham Radio online programs is the popular ICQ podcast which explores the expanding universe of Amateur Radio.  In Episode 276 we get both an informative news cast and an excellent, easy-to-underst […]
    Russell Roberts
  • How to Build: Ham Radio 2 Meter Quarter Wave Antenna. Post #1618. September 17, 2018
    If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HkmD3Sgz7Q0.If you're having trouble connecting to your local or regional 2 meter repeater site, then this simple, low cost, and easy-to-build 2 meter quarter wave vertical antenna is what you need.  Randy Hall (K7AGE) does an ex […]
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  • NVIS-A Way to Build One. Post #1617. September 15, 2018
    NVIS-A Way to Build One. Post #1617.https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com/2018/09/14/nvi-a-way-to-build-one/Author:  Stacy Holbrook (KH6JRM).Accessed on 15 September 2018, 1557 UTC, Post #1617.Please click link to read the full article and to view the supporting videos.Comment:Do you need a reliable, sturdy, and inexpensive antenna for local or regional commu […]
    Russell Roberts
  • New 160 meter antenna and launcher. Post #1616. September 15, 2018
    If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51wEe-Wg1IQ.Besides the large size of most 160 meter antennas, getting the antenna high enough for a good take off angle presents special challenges. Most antenna references recommend getting dipoles at least 1/2 wavelength above grou […]
    Russell Roberts
  • DIY folding VHF/UHF discone antenna. Post #1615. September 14, 2018
    If you can't view the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snXHduQVe8Q.Here's a simple, inexpensive, and sturdy discone antenna that you can build at home and use in a variety of portable and emergency situations.  According to "SurvivalComms" this compact, field deployable VHF/ […]
    Russell Roberts
  • Antennas for small spaces HOA, condos, and coops. Post #1614. September 13, 2018
    If you cant's view the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkNSFmkNSk8.Operating from a deed-restricted home, apartment, or condominium can be a genuine challenge.  Out-door antennas often perform better than the wires designed for indoor or limited spaces.  Alternatives to outdoor dipoles, v […]
    Russell Roberts
  • Installing Your Ham Radio in Your Vehicle, Tips and Tricks. Post #1613. September 12, 2018
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBzENxqQA_w.A nicely done video from "HamRadioConcepts" showing several options for installing  VHF or UHF equipment in your vehicle.  The discussion on proper fusing of the vehicle battery is especially interesting.  This vid […]
    Russell Roberts
  • How to Make an Amateur Radio Stealth Wire Antenna. Post #1612. September 11, 2018
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KQEQJ5qeuw Here's another great, down-to-earth antenna idea from Callum McCormick (M0MCX), otherwise known as the "DX Commander."  All you need are thin wire for the antenna, Aluminum Scaffold Tubes, and some telescoping […]
    Russell Roberts
  • The Double Bazooka Antenna-A Review. Post #1611. September 10, 2018
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xfpcD6xuSo Rob (VK3BVW) does an excellent job of explaining the theory, design, construction, and use of  the double bazooka antenna.  This review examines double bazooka antennas designed for the 80 and 40 meter amateur radio bands.If […]
    Russell Roberts
  • Attic Mounted HF Loop Antenna in HOA, Does It Work? Post #1610. September 9, 2018
    If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYd0l-PEPR8.Here's another idea for getting on the air in deed-restricted housing (HOA/CC&Rs). In this video, Eric of "HamRadioConcepts" mounts a popular MFJ magnetic loop HF antenna in a friend's HOA-controlled […]
    Russell Roberts

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