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Southgate Amateur Radio Club News

August 11, 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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Amateur/Ham Radio, ARES, ARRL, Big Island ARRL News, Big Island of Hawaii ARRL info, Club Activities, Contests, DX-peditions, Hawaii Island Amateur Radio Clubs, License preparation/VE testing

ARLP032 Propagation de K7RA

August 9, 2019by Russ Roberts

Here’s the latest Propagation Forecast from Tad Cook (K7RA). Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio propagation summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content supplied by W1AW, Tad Cook […]

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Propagation Forecast Bulletin #31 de K7RA

August 2, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the “Propagation Forecast” update from Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio news summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content provided by W1AW, […]

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ARLP028 Propagation de K7RA

July 13, 2019by Russ Roberts

Here’s the latest Propagation Forecast from Tad Cook (K7RA). Views expressed in this propagation study are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content, including text, photos, images, and video, provided […]

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ARLP027 Propagation de K7RA

July 8, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the current issue of “Propagation de K7RA” 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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ARLD026 DX news/Propagation de K7RA.

June 28, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the latest ARRL DX News and Propagation forecast on Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio News summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. […]

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ARLP022 Propagation de K7RA

May 31, 2019by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the K7RA Propagation Forecast from Big Island ARRL News. Views expressed in this Amateur/Ham Radio news summary are those of the reporters and correspondents. Content supplied by Tad […]

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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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ARRL Amateur Radio News

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 […]
The K7RA Solar Update August 16, 2019
No sunspots were visible over the recent reporting week, Thursday through Wednesday, August 8 through 14.According to Spaceweather.com, 67% of the days so far in 2019 have been spotless, and for all of 2018 it was 61%. In the previous solar minimum in 2008 and 2009 the spotless days ran 73% and 71%, respectively.Solar flux has been minimal and unremarkable, […]
2 Meter Sharing Proposal is on CEPT Conference Preparatory Group Agenda August 16, 2019
FCC Staff Recommends Designating 988 as National Suicide, Mental Health Crisis Hotline August 15, 2019
The FCC’s Wireline Competition Bureau and its Office of Economics and Analytics have sent a report to Congress that recommends that the Commission considers designating 988 as a three-digit emergency code for a nationwide suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline. The report, mandated by the National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2018, finds t […]
Chinese Satellite Profiles Earth’s RF Spectrum as Seen from Lunar Orbit August 15, 2019
The Chinese DSLWP-B (LO-94) satellite that had been in lunar orbit provided a profile of Earth’s HF spectrum as seen from the moon. The microsatellite subsequently was crashed into the moon’s surface after having completed its mission. DSLWP stands for “Discovering the Sky at Longest Wavelengths Pathfinder.” Among other things, DSLWP-B was designed to test l […]
Questions Raised About Current Process for Awarding the E.T. Krenkel Medal August 15, 2019
Australian Radio Amateur Reports First FT8 Contact on 122 GHz August 15, 2019

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. […]
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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

Simple Ham Radio Antennas

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)
KK4OBI-Bent Dipoles. Post 1956. August 12, 2019
Bent Dipole Antennas from KK4OBISource: https://www.qsl.net/kk4obi/Center-fed%20Dipole%20selection.htmlAccessed on 12 August 2019.Content provided by Dick Reid (KK4OBI).One of the simplest and cost effective HF antennas you can build is the "classic" dipole antenna. The dipole can be fed with 50 ohm coaxial cable for single band use or with balan […]
Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)
Bobtail Curtain Antenna. Post 1955. August 11, 2019
If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dU2b0AHD1M. If you ever wanted a bidirectional, monoband, broadside HF antenna, then the Bobtail Curtain Antenna may be for you. The antenna derives from experimental work done by Ernest Sterba in the early 20th century.Stan Gibilisco […]
Russell Roberts (KH6JRM)

Amateur/Ham Radio posts

Big Island EMMCOMM Round Table Discussion August 19, 2019
Southgate Amateur Radio Club News August 18, 2019
QRZ NOW-Ham Radio News August 17, 2019
ARLP033 Propagation de K7RA August 16, 2019
DX News-ARRL DX Bulletin #32 August 15, 2019