Precision Antenna Launching
To describe the effort as “Precision” is a bit hyperbolic, but David (WB6TOU) did do his very best this week … Continue reading Precision Antenna Launching
Category: Tech Talk
Do You Have a Clear Path?
By David Voit – WB6TOU How do you determine if you have a clear path for communications? We all know … Continue reading Do You Have a Clear Path?
Are You Violating the California Hands Free Law?
“The California hands free law went into effect in 2008, prohibiting all motorists from using a handheld cell phone while … Continue reading Are You Violating the California Hands Free Law?
The Truth about SWR
DX Engineering has produced an excellent video explaining what SWR is and what SWR is not. The overview is well … Continue reading The Truth about SWR
Conquering a Common Enemy
By Keith Colgan (N7DXC) Amateur radio operators use of a wide variety of antenna types and radios. Some stations are … Continue reading Conquering a Common Enemy
Lights in the Sky
On Friday night/Saturday morning (May 10/11, 2024), the most significant G5 geomagnetic storm since 2003 hit the Earth causing several coronal … Continue reading Lights in the Sky
How Radio Saved Lives
A comprehensive technical review of how dedicated radio operators in 1912 used wireless telegraphy to coordinate the rescue of Titanic … Continue reading How Radio Saved Lives
SOLAR1 Digipeater
Specifications:ID: K6QBQ-1Digi Name: SOLAR1Freq: 145.030 MHzLoc: Altamont Pass @775 ftPath: “via SOLAR1” Equipment: Icom IC-V82 transceiver, TinyTrak4 packet controller, 20 … Continue reading SOLAR1 Digipeater
The N6GKJ Allstar Mode
by Ron Simpson – N6GKJ What can you do if your repeater covers such a large area that club members … Continue reading The N6GKJ Allstar Mode
WOW Science Museum
After nearly twenty years, the World of Wonders Science Museum in Lodi remains as an inspirational destination where children and … Continue reading WOW Science Museum
Lodi Amateur Radio Club 