Technical Mentoring and Elmering Net – 5/30/2024

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The audio archive of this and other SBARC nets have been indefinitely discontinued. Hopefully the audio recordings will be resumed before too long by another local ham enthusiast with the technical ability and resources necessary to do so.

We had another interesting net tonight with 12 check-ins plus net control Dave, AI6VX. Tonight’s topics included:

  • Alpha 76A amplifier switch repair/re-install. If broken, maybe 3D printed solution?
  • Pass through power bank/packs?
  • What are Meshtastic devices and what do they do/offer?
  • 40 meter beacons, repeaters, nets, etc.

Tune in to the SBARC TM&E Net every Thursday at 8:00 PM local (2000 Hrs) and see what interesting ham radio questions might arise or ask some of your own! All club members and visitors are encouraged to check in to the net each week.

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We have been alerted that someone is broadcasting on the output of SBCO Sheriff’s Office Yellow frequency 460.325. They are not using PL. This is happening in the area of Mountain View School and may be kids using Baofeng type radios that have transmit capabilities in that frequency range.

If you are in the area, you might try monitoring this frequency and keeping your eyes and ears open. Obviously, we don’t want kids interfering with public safety frequencies.

Technical Mentoring and Elmering Net – 5/23/2024

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We had another interesting net tonight with 6 check-ins plus net control Warren, KN6ZZI. Tonight’s topics included:

  • Reminder to periodically check on your rooftop masts and antennas for wear and tear so that you’re never surprised by a fallen one.
  • Antenna takeoff angles.
  • Does cleaning feedline and other connections help with poor SWR?
  • SBARC repeater systems.
  • 6 meter repeater DXing.
  • SBARC 6 meter repeater.

Tune in to the SBARC TM&E Net every Thursday at 8:00 PM local (2000 Hrs) and see what interesting ham radio questions might arise or ask some of your own! All club members and visitors are encouraged to check in to the net each week.

Technical Mentoring and Elmering Net – 5/16/2024

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The audio archive of this and other SBARC nets have been indefinitely discontinued. Hopefully the audio recordings will be resumed before too long by another local ham enthusiast with the technical ability and resources necessary to do so.

We had another interesting net tonight with 6 check-ins plus net control Dave, AI6VX. Tonight’s topics included:

  • ICOM 7200 problem with CW mode active when powered off, when powered on again a one-second carrier is transmitted in CW mode. If radio powered down in another mode, no CW carrier transmitted when powered up.
  • Meshtastic discussions.
  • Linking Meshtastic to AREDN?
  • QRP QMX+ rig by QRP-Labs.com

Tune in to the SBARC TM&E Net every Thursday at 8:00 PM local (2000 Hrs) and see what interesting ham radio questions might arise or ask some of your own! All club members and visitors are encouraged to check in to the net each week.

General Club Meeting – May 17, 2024

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Lots of things have been happening with the Vic Trace Reservoir / TCF situation we’re sure you will want to hear about. We have some new video to show you as well as picture of the progress at the site.

Field Day is only a month away and the team is making good progress in making this Field Day SBARCs best event in a long time. We’ll be bringing you up to date and let you know what’s coming up.

If you are planning on attending Field Day this year, please complete the survey via the link below indicating your participation preferences.

Survey Link:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VV3CC8S

If you haven’t subscribed to the special SBARC Field Day mailing list, simply send a blank email to fieldday24+subscribe@sbarc.org  No subject or message is necessary, and you can unsubscribe any time you want.

SBARC General Club Meeting
Friday, May 17, 2024 at 7:30 PM (Doors open at 7pm)
Goleta Union School District Board Room
401 North Fairview Avenue in Goleta

Zoom Details:

Topic: General Club Meeting – May 17, 2024
Time: May 17, 2024 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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Field Day Update

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With just over a month until the Field Day, excitement is growing. Not only does SBARC have an excellent site at Chase Palm Field, but the solar cycle is surely approaching its peak! And, over twenty five people have expressed interest in attending Field Day in some capacity. It is sure to be a fun event!

Since the last Field Day update, several individuals have graciously volunteered to prepare food and beverages for the event. JoAnne – KA6RPN, has kindly agreed to prepare a special treat for Sunday breakfast, Steve – AK6CE, has volunteered to grill burgers & hotdogs for a club picnic on Sunday and Les – W6CGE will arrange a variety of non-alcoholic beverages. Donations for food & beverage will be gratefully accepted at the time of the event.

To aid in final preparations, we need your input once again. Please complete the survey via the link below indicating your participation preferences. This will enable us to purchase the right amount of food & beverages, and also to be prepared from a radio operations perspective. We realize that plans change, and so your response here will not preclude you from adjusting your plans to suit your needs as Field Day draws near.

Survey Link:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VV3CC8S

If you haven’t subscribed to the special SBARC Field Day mailing list, simply send a blank email to fieldday24+subscribe@sbarc.org  No subject or message is necessary, and you can unsubscribe any time you want.

73s from the SBARC Field Day Team

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Technical Mentoring and Elmering Net – 5/9/2024

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The audio archive of this and other SBARC nets have been indefinitely discontinued. Hopefully the audio recordings will be resumed before too long by another local ham enthusiast with the technical ability and resources necessary to do so.

We had another interesting net tonight with 9 check-ins plus net control Dave, AI6VX. Tonight’s topics included:

  • Recommendations for an HF antenna for a second story balcony (Condo end unit).
  • Field Day 2024 and logging software.
  • DMR and AllStar methods to join our nets from anywhere.

Tune in to the SBARC TM&E Net every Thursday at 8:00 PM local (2000 Hrs) and see what interesting ham radio questions might arise or ask some of your own! All club members and visitors are encouraged to check in to the net each week.