Click here to view Zak Cohen-N6PK’s slides from his presentation on November 19, 2020 looking at the origination of the popular, low power digital modes such as FT65, FT8 and FT4. Continue reading for a link to a video of the entire presentation.
Continue reading “Slides From Digital Presentation”Looking Back: CVARC Field Day on Rasnow Peak 1989
Moon Over Tarantula Hill
Tarantula Hill is a favorite spot for amateur radio operators as it is the highest point in the Conejo Valley at about 1,057 feet. It is located off of West Gainsborough Road in Thousand Oaks, between Grand Oak Lane and Camino Manzanas.
November Club Meeting
The next regular club meeting on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. will be conducted via Zoom video conferencing software as we continue social distancing efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19. Details on how to access the meeting are below.
Topic – FT-8, FT-4: Zak Cohen-N6PK looks at the origination of the digital modes FT65, FT8 and FT4 and then moves on to basic configuration and operational settings. The presentation also covers different ways to operate and leverage radio and program settings while working the bands.
CVARC Zoom Club Meeting
Time: November 19, 2020 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Thoughts on the CA QSO Party
By Stu Forman-AD6SF
I don’t consider myself a contester, but there are a few weekends each year that I let my family know that I plan to be unavailable. Don’t include me in any plans, as I intend to hole myself up in the office for most, or all, of the weekend, leaving only to grab a quick bite or use the bathroom. I might not come to bed, so don’t wait up. I might not shower, so don’t get too close. This was one of those weekends. This past weekend was the California QSO Party.
Continue reading “Thoughts on the CA QSO Party”Monthly MORSE Group Meeting
Steve Gillis-KZ6H reports the MORSE Group will having its monthly meeting on Zoom Friday, October 2, 2020 at 7:00 P.M. All are welcome to attend.
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Meeting ID: 927 1315 2107
The Fall 135 cm (222MHz/223.5MHz) Sprint
By Pete Heins-N6ZE
I went out for about half an hour last Tuesday evening to see who was participating in the Fall 2020 135 cm (222.1MHz SSB/223.5MHz FM) Sprint. In 25 minutes of operating, I contacted seven stations, all located in Ventura County.
Continue reading “The Fall 135 cm (222MHz/223.5MHz) Sprint”October Club Meeting Information
The next regular club meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. will be conducted via Zoom video conferencing software as we continue social distancing efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19. Details on how to access the meeting are below.
Topic: RFI in the Shack: Bob Brehm-AK6R is Chief Engineer of Palomar Engineers , a company that specializes in helping hams deal with radio frequency interference. Bob will talk about the causes of RFI and how to reduce or eliminate it in your shack. Bob has been a ham for over 50 years with experience in contesting, RTTY, amplitude modulation, vintage radio restoration, boat anchors, linear amps and unique antennas.
Continue reading “October Club Meeting Information”Winlink Best Practices
Here is a series of talks hosted by Dan Marler-K7REX, that reflect a variety of approaches on best practices when using Winlink:
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