Ham Radio 360

Ed Cope, T6EC, is currently deployed to Afghanistan.  We catch up with Ed one evening to chat about his Amateur Operations while deployed in a foreign country.

We cover all things Ham, including getting your ticket before you are deployed and deciding that you'd like to work some rooftop DX while in another part of the world.

A Very Special Thanks to Ed for taking the time to chat with Fo Time, and more importantly His Service to the U.S.

Buddipole-Portable/Packable Antennas (as shown above)

Pignology-Piglet 

Army MARS

Thx for Listening!  Sorry about the kids in the background....I'll explain later :)

A DX-pedition is an expedition to what is considered an exotic place by amateur radio operators, perhaps because of its remoteness, access restrictions or simply because there are very few radio amateurs active from that place. This could be an island, a country, or even a particular spot on a geographical grid. DX is a telegraphic shorthand for "distance" or "distant". ....linked from Wikipedia

In the latest installment of the Fo Time Podcast, we're joined by Art Blank, WA7NB from AZ.  Art has participated in DX-peditions since 1995.

We discuss Planning and Funding a DX-pedition, along with Logistics and Operations.  Art was most recently involved with the Juan Fernandex Isl. DX-pedition 2013

If you've considered trying this end of the Ham Radio hobby, this Episode is for you!

Show Notes:

Juan Fernandez 2013

XR0ZR Facebook Page

Midway Island

Announced DX-peditions Calendar

INDEXA

NorCalDX

9V1YC

This is an auxiliary posting, Episode 6 is listed below this post

It's Fo Time, again.

A few months ago, right after wrapping Episode 2, Jeremy-KF7IJZ mentioned interviewing Me (Cale) for his YouTube Channel.

 

Well, here it is; the Interview.  It's a look behind the curtain of the AmateurRadio15.com presents: Fo Time, the Other Ham Radio Podcast with it's creator and host, Cale-K4CDN.

We discuss all things Past, Present and Future Fo Time.  Give it a listen, I hope you enjoy it!

Special Thanks to Jeremy-KF7IJZ.  The Interview can be viewed thru his channel if you prefer to 'watch' vs. listening (also linked at the bottom of this post).

Notes:

KF7IJZ-You Tube Channel

Blanchard Media Group: Kenn Blanchard

School of Podcasting: Dave Jackson

Brick O' Lore

my local club, K4II

 

My first and still Primary HT-the Wouxun

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http://youtu.be/S4ieXp9bDik

In Episode 6 Doug-KY7S takes us to the Mountaintop with SOTA (Summits On The Air).

Summits on the Air (SOTA) is an award scheme for radio amateurs and shortwave listeners that encourages portable operation in mountainous areas.

 

Doug breaks down all that is required to Activate a Summit:  From planning your activation, packing the right gear, hiking in, station and antenna set-up, spotting, making contacts, and getting back down-safely.

Listen in as Doug tells us how he go bit by the SOTA bug, and shares some of his latest adventures!

Show Notes:

SOTA

SOTA Watch

SOTA Facebook

Hiking/climbing 10 essentials:

KB1HQS in Print! Click for more info

Episode 5 features Guest Host, Jeremy (KF7IJZ) from Episode #2 and his recent interview with Nick (N3WG) from Pignology!

Pignology, LLC is a small app and hardware development company focusing on amateur radio and portable operations. Get out and operate!

If you are interested in Wireless Applications for Amateur Radio-Nick is your man!  Jeremy and Nick go through the Gear and Apps he has created for use in the Hobby!

-Thanks Nick!

In this episode of the (formerly) Fo Time Podcast we chat with Dan Passaro who recently took a trip South to the Keys of Florida.  Dan spent a few days at Fort Jefferson activating Grid EL-84/IOTA NA-079, in the Dry Tortugas enjoying his very own Mini-DXpedition.

Dan took along his Purpose-Built Ammo Can Carrier with it's IC-703, powered with Solar and Battery Reserves.

Show Notes:

National Park Service Site-Dry Tortugas

Dan Passaro Photography

Dan's DX-pedition site

DX-Pedition-blogspot

Items Mentioned in the Program:

Instapark Mercury 27 Solar Panel

Morningstar SG-4 Solar Charge Controller

Buddipole Deluxe Long Package with extra components for 6m yagi or 1/4 wave vertical for 20m.

KB1HQS in Print! Click for more info

Man Pack and Mil Packs are the topic of our next installment.  We're joined by Harlikwin who shares his knowledge about all things Man Portable!

We learn about Man Pack Operations and the ins & outs of avail Commercial and Mil-Surp Gear.

Show Mentions:

Mil Spec Radio Gear: Korean War to Present Day by Mark Francis (out of print)

Amateur Radio Pedestrian Mobile Handbook: Second Edition  By Edward Breneiser

http://hfpack.com/

HFpack Yahoo Group

SOTA

Par EndFedZ® Antennas

Mil-Radio Net @ 0200Z most evenings on 7.232USB and 0300Z on 3.996 USB.

KB1HQS in Print! Click for more info

Field Day 2014!

It's Fo Time!

In Episode 2 of the Fo Time Podcast, sponsored by MTC Radio, I'm joined by Youtube Ham Radio Op Jeremy KF7IJZ.  Jeremy is active in his local Amateur Radio Community, and has quite an on-line following regarding his Solar/Battery product review videos and commentary.

Jeremy and I discuss the upcoming Field Day, Solar - Battery Options for Ham Radio Operators and more.

We also hear from 2 more Amateurs about why they became Ham Radio Operators.

Interested in Amateur Radio?  The upcoming Field Day is a great time to get to know more about the hobby.  To find a local club that is participating in the event, click here.  Many clubs provide a GOTA (Get On The Air) station for unlicensed folks to operate with guidance to get a taste of the Magic of Radio.

 

 

Correction: ARRL Kids Day is June 21st

 

Links to Items Mentioned in the show:

LiFePo4 battery pack

Solar charge controller

Solar Panels

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KB1HQS in Print! Click for more info

In the Premiere Fo Time Podcast we visit with Cecil Higgins, AC0HA.  Cecil was the 'Ham In Charge' during the ARES response to the Joplin MO Tornado Disaster in 2011.  We discuss disaster response, the multiple roles of amateur operators in disasters, what equipment worked (best) and more.

Cecil Higgins AC0HA: AAR and PowerPoint Presentation linked from the ares-mo.org website.

 

Upcoming in Episode 2: KF7IJZ and I discuss Field Day, Solar/ Battery, and a great deal more!

This episode was recorded a few weeks ago in preparation for the program.  It should stand as a sobering reminder of the Force of Nature and how Amateurs may be called upon to respond in a crisis.  Earlier this week  a Twin-Tornado devastated the small Nebraskan town of Pilger.                

Our Prayers go up for all those affected.  Cale/K4CDN

 

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