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Learning to work the linear satellites...

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 10:45 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tyiglt/learning_to_work_the_linear_satellites/

submitted by /u/grendelt
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Electromagnetic spectrum.

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 08:49 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty48mh/electromagnetic_spectrum/

submitted by /u/JimBean
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Announcing the 2022 Amateur Radio Software Award Recipient David Rowe
(VK5DGR) for Codec 2

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 04:22 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/typov1/announcing_the_2022_amateur_radio_software_award/

submitted by /u/AE0S
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Dreaming CW??

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 09:59 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tyhhll/dreaming_cw/


Ok first of all is this a real thing? also do you speak CW in your dream?
or do you use a radio in your dream? submitted by
/u/Complex-Session-3180
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Activating and Skiing an Active Volcano | Summits on the Air

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 04:49 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tyq7ru/activating_and_skiing_an_active_volcano_summits/

submitted by /u/tsherrygeo
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HRO question

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 04:34 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/typxqn/hro_question/


This week I made my first order from Ham Radio Outlet and a day after I
placed the online order I received a phone call from a HRO employee asking
me to verify my address for "security/fraud purposes because he hadnt been
able to find anything online linking my name with my address".
I obliged and gave my callsign and the HRO employee verified my address and matching payment info via FCC ULS but all they had to do was run my card
and the payment and shipping address wouldve shown to be the same.
It sounds like I placed an order and HRO employees started googling my name
and address which feels like an invasion of privacy. (Yes, I know the FCC
ULS is public and our callsigns/addresses are posted in in the clear.) Just wondering if this is normal HRO sop?
Ive never had an online retailer do this, regardless of purchase amounts.
Im pretty sure HRO couldve just ran my card and put my order in the mail.


UPDATE: Thanks for the pile-up guys. Im not a big reddit user so I probably wont get to the rest of the responses. I really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences and of course Im really looking forward to getting on the
air with my new gear.
And FWIW, Im not disparaging HRO. My order processed and I have a tracking number and I dont have any doubts that what I purchased will arrive safe
and sound.

73s stay safe submitted by /u/soupw7
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Ats 25 Any good despite its flaws?

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 12:27 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tykp8s/ats_25_any_good_despite_its_flaws/


Looking to advance further in the hobby by going into shortwave listening coming from baofeng so I can experiment with antennas etc, and gain overall experience. The ats 25 looked pretty good with its base station build,
roughly 100 dollar cost and the lcd screen seems nice as well despite its
not top of the line receive performance, what’s your thoughts. Thank you
and 73 submitted by /u/SirJacobtheGreat
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Spread Spectrum Modulation and Demodulation

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 12:26 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tykour/spread_spectrum_modulation_and_demodulation/

submitted by /u/jephthai
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WX sat help

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 02:02 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tymrvz/wx_sat_help/


Howdy everyone.
Is there an up to date or available weather satellite decoding software?
Ive been having a very difficult time trying to find one. So any help is greatly appreciated. submitted by /u/1badashe
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Ailunce HD1- Repeater Fail Error

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 01:43 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tymcb2/ailunce_hd1_repeater_fail_error/

submitted by /u/WolfangStudios
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Key fobs, am I even asking in the right place?

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 06:28 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tyd3rf/key_fobs_am_i_even_asking_in_the_right_place/


my wifes workplace, they have someone screwing with their key fobs on the parking lot. Keys often dont work at all, or cars lock or unlock without
the owner initiating. I know very little about the technology other than
seeing a few news reports how people use amplifiers to unlock cars in
peoples driveways. Anyone here able to help me understand and sort out
whats happening? I appreciate even a kick over to somewhere better if this
is the wrong place. Thanks. submitted by /u/gribbler
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Anyone get Fldigi working on Manjaro Linux?

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 08:03 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tyf0vf/anyone_get_fldigi_working_on_manjaro_linux/


Im trying to get this and Flrig working on Manjaro Linux which is based on Archlinux but having trouble.
Im not sure if the device is /dev/USB0 or /dev/ttyS0 like the arch wiki
says and I added myself to the uucp group but it keep coming up saying it
cant communicate with the radio and to run through the config.
I have the SignaLink USB plugged in and the pre built jumper pack installed
for my radio. I went through the SignaLink instructions and tried to muddle through them considering they are written for Windows.
Any ideas?
73,
N5XJG submitted by /u/n5xjg
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New HAM here

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 05:22 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty0byc/new_ham_here/


I just passed my General exam today. Now, where do I start? What radio
should I get? Are there any decent HTs outside the 70cm/2m band?
submitted by /u/Marcbyon
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Amateur Radio Tower Ordinance Being Debated in Jonesboro, Maine

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 07:07 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty2clx/amateur_radio_tower_ordinance_being_debated_in/

submitted by /u/autistic_psycho
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G3YNH's "different" approach to metering an antenna tuner.

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 10:31 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty5xlt/g3ynhs_different_approach_to_metering_an_antenna/

submitted by /u/oh5nxo
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What career are you in that uses your amateur radio skills?

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 07:36 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty2wjm/what_career_are_you_in_that_uses_your_amateur/


So Im sitting here listening to Deutschlandfunk on the Radio Gardenapp, thinking about how much I enjoy finding these stations, and wanting to
learn to get my amateur licence. What kind of jobs are out there that you
got from being a licenced amateur? submitted by /u/BigBelch86
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Best radio for ARES and Races? ICom IC-7300 vs. Yaesu FT-991A

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 11:59 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tyk3b9/best_radio_for_ares_and_races_icom_ic7300_vs/


For anyone with experience in ARES and/or RACES, which radio would you recommend? Im looking at IComs IC-7300 and Yaesus FT-991A. Opinions? Suggestions? Other choices that might be better (and why)?
I should have my General license in a couple weeks and would rather have a system I can grow into instead of having to do several upgrades and modifications along the way. submitted by /u/RememberingRedBlimp
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Emergency Communications Kit, Part: 1 | Offgrid Technology

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 11:00 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tyirw1/emergency_communications_kit_part_1_offgrid/

submitted by /u/N1ghtS7alker
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How do I ground my VHF antenna if my service ground is inside?

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 08:23 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty3s5s/how_do_i_ground_my_vhf_antenna_if_my_service/

submitted by /u/flyingducktile
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I just looked at hf amplifier prices for the first time. Holy Cow! And I thought radios were expensive...

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 08:35 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/txox2y/i_just_looked_at_hf_amplifier_prices_for_the/


Looks like minimum for a new, solid state hf amp and power supply is around
$2k to $3k, in the 500 to 800 watt range.
Im betting most folks here will say its unnecessary. But all the stations I hear most clearly say theyre running some kind of amp. So, there must be
some advantages, right? submitted by /u/VisualEyez33
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Baofeng receiving better signal than my yaesu

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 05:30 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty0hwc/baofeng_receiving_better_signal_than_my_yaesu/


My Baofeng BF-F8 seems to be picking up certain stations better than my
yaesu ft70DR. Both have the stock rubber duck antenna, and the squelch is
off on the yaesu. I thought yaesu was supposed to hear signals better is something wrong with it? submitted by /u/ZER0675
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Antenna lightening arrestors

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 07:20 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty2lco/antenna_lightening_arrestors/


Reading another thread concerning equipment grounding I began thinking
again about the antenna being planned to put on the roof.
Some antennas I read come with a lightening arrestor built-in. I understand from studying for the Technician licence Ive earned what is recommended
about ground rods and straps, but are lightening arrestors actually useful? Thank you for reading this message. submitted by /u/2meters_70cm
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Is this an acceptable means of grounding for antenna and lightning purposes?

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 11:14 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/txsgrm/is_this_an_acceptable_means_of_grounding_for/

submitted by /u/enitsp
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HF antennas for new ham with restricted space

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 08:41 PM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/ty43lr/hf_antennas_for_new_ham_with_restricted_space/


Im pretty new to ham radio and am testing for my general license on
Saturday. I want to get into HF, but after talking to some people it seems
like my location is not at all suited for HF.
Im in high school and live with my parents in a city. I dont have room for
EFHW antennas that are more than 20 feet long (one for the 40m band would
be like 70 feet IIRC). Right away that cuts down my options significantly.
Next there are vertical antennas which are like 20 feet tall. That would be fine, but because I live in an old house, the ground is on the water line
and only accessible from indoors, so outdoor smaller antennas are also virtually unfeasible. The last option is indoor antennas, but those dont
seem to be any good for HF for what I can tell.
Any suggestions of what I could do to get a HF antenna working under these circumstances would be highly appreciated. Thanks in advance
(Im very new to ham radio so Im sorry if I missed any important details in
my question)
EDIT: house is stucco submitted by /u/UnoriginalInnovation
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Looking into transmitting data

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 03:49 AM PDT https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/tyacxq/looking_into_transmitting_data/


Im a complete amature so please be nice?
So basically the title says it all, Im looking into transmitting very small amounts of data over a long distance (in a crowded city). The data is just
gps coordinates. what are my best options for this? Also, is it not
possible to use existing infrastructure (radio towers, broadcast towers,
etc..) to transmit data (over a frequency thats not being used ig)?

UPDATE:
Thank you guys for your input, I really appreciate it. It seems like Im in
a bit of a pickle, according to http://aprs.fi/ there arent any digipeaters
in my country (Lebanon), theres just a single repeater tower. Also it seems like ill be limited to the 6-meter band. Im guessing APRS isnt an option anymore, or should I go about building my own "tower" or "repeater" (on the roof of the building)? Apologies if Im not using proper terminologies.
Also, getting an amateur license isnt a problem, actually I think it would
be fun to try and get one, I suppose I can also add it to my portfolio. submitted by /u/XLZSLAYER
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