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Amateur Radio Test Session - Saturday, July 17th, 10 AM - Mesa Area

 

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Amateur Radio Test Session - Saturday, July 17th, 10 AM - Mesa Area

Are you ready to upgrade? Do you have a friend or family member ready to take the FCC Amateur Radio Technician exam?

If so, there will be a test session in Mesa on Saturday, July 17th at 10:00 AM.? This test session is by appointment only and there is no cost. The exact location will be announced to the person registering for an appointment.

If an interested person is seeking an initial radio license (i.e. has no call sign) then that person must also have a Federal Registration Number (FRN) issued by the FCC in order to take a test.

* EVERYONE TESTING MUST HAVE FRN *

Follow this link to complete the FRN registration and receive an FRN:



If you would like to schedule an appointment, please provide the following information in an email (asap) to Sue Rogers, W7SKH, at Happyham7777@gmail.com.

Name:
Call sign (if any):
Email address:
Address: Use the same address you gave when getting you FRN assigned.
Telephone number:
FRN:

This session is hosted by Chuck, W7CBR, Sue, W7SKH, of the Laurel VEC.

Good luck! Joe, N2QOJ
-- 
Joe Sammartino
24/7:  480.270.4563
Mobile:  480.381.2993
jsammartino@...



Buying/Comparing Radios?

 

Buying/Comparing Radios?
Comfortable with Excel??(Workbook, Multiple Sheets)
If "yes" to both questions, then this attached Excel Workbook is for you!
Created by K8ZT and Prepared for East Amateur Radio Group by N2QOJ.

Joe, N2QOJ


QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 7/4/2021 @ 8 PM (20:00)

 

QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 7/4/2021 @ 8 PM (20:00)

- All are welcome!

8 pm at STV/Ocotillo Repeater 449.325 MHz PL 100.0 Hz.
Listen over the Internet at:



Check in via EchoLink Node 185734, N2QOJ-R

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Grant, WD6CNF

 

Grant, WD6CNF, is one of our very own local hams residing in Queen Creek. Check out his QRZ bio and website at:
Grant is featured on the latest episode (37) of ARRL's "The Eclectic Tech". Besides being an expert on indoor and outdoor HOA friendly antennas (with high performance), he has written many free software programs for amateur radio operators.

Listen to his guest appearance on the podcast at:

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ


New ARRL Podcast -The Eclectic Tech - Episode 37

 

New ARRL Podcast -The?Eclectic?Tech - Episode 37

The ARRL has a new podcast and it is hosted by Steve Ford, WB8IMY.

The?Eclectic?Tech podcast brings news, interviews, and commentary about technology and science -- all with an amateur radio twist.

This 37th episode has the following topics: The mystery of Schumann Resonances, and a discussion about stealth antennas with Grant Connell, WD6CNF.

Stream:

As always, comments are welcome.

Regards, Joe, N2QOJ


Latest Hamfest Flyer

 

? Latest Hamfest Flyer ?

Upcoming Hamfests Flyer from our friends at?Arizona?Desert?Aire?Waves?(ADAW).

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ


Local Ham Club Activities

 

??Local Ham Club Activities??

Check out the attached file for the July newsletter from?Arizona?Desert?Aire?Waves?for the latest information from Ham Clubs in our local ham community.

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ


Central Arizona Youth Net at 5 PM today

 

The Central Arizona Youth Net at 5 PM today is back on schedule with an alternate net control station - Raymond N7KCB.

Ocotillo Repeater (STV) 449.325 (-) 100Hz
via EchoLink at N2QOJ-R

Thank you for your continued support!


QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 6/27/2021 @ 8 PM (20:00)

 

QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 6/27/2021 @ 8 PM (20:00)

- All are welcome!

8 pm at STV/Ocotillo Repeater 449.325 MHz PL 100.0 Hz.
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Listen over the Internet at

Check in via EchoLink Node 185734, N2QOJ-R


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July QCECG Monthly Meeting

 

The Queen Creek Emergency Communications Group resumes monthly meetings beginning Thursday, July 8th at 7 PM.

Our monthly meetings will be held at Queen Creek Library -- actually it's the Recreation Department Library Annex. We will meet in the Zane Grey Community Room. We have this venue reserved for our monthly meetings until June of 2022.

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This next graphic shows the location of the Zane Grey room, blue number (3).? The red arrow shows the location of the North entrance door that will be unlocked for us between 6:30 PM and 8 PM.

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Here is what the North entrance looks like:

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You can also enter the main library entrance and take an immediate left to the end of the hallway.

The address is 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142.

Talk-in is on the Queen Creek Repeater, 449.475 MHz (-) 136.5 Hz..

Questions? Contact me, Joe, N2QOJ via email.

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ

Joe Sammartino







Re: Valley System Fusion Repeaters

 

Please be aware that the following repeater has been removed from this list:

145.330 TBird Honor Health 162.2 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)

Regards,

Joe, N2QOJ


QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 6/20/2021 @ 8 PM (20:00)

 

QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 6/20/2021 @ 8 PM (20:00)

- All are welcome!

8 pm at STV/Ocotillo Repeater 449.325 MHz PL 100.0 Hz.
-
Listen over the Internet at

Check in via EchoLink Node 185734, N2QOJ-R

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July Test Sessions Coming Up!

 

July Test Sessions Coming Up!

Always register ahead of time and make sure your wannabe ham friends get their FRN in advance.
See attached PDF document.
Regards,
Joe, N2QOJ


Valley System Fusion Repeaters

 

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Worth posting again......

Valley System Fusion Repeaters

Have you had the chance to operate digital with your Yaesu handheld, mobile, or base station yet? There are several System Fusion repeaters in the Valley that you can access. Some are also Wires-X capable.
I found this nice list at West Valley ARC's website. They also have an informative "Digital" page with several videos:

(This list is not all inclusive.)
FREQUENCY NAME FM PL TONE COMMENT
449.800 West Valley / Boswell Digital Only (C4FM), Wires X
440.375 South Mtn 100.0 Fusion (C4FM & Analog), Wires X
444.925 Mt Lemmon 100.0 Fusion (C4FM & Analog), Wires X
448.100 Scottsdale 100.0 Fusion (C4FM & Analog), Wires X
448.275 E. Mesa Usery 100.0 Fusion (C4FM & Analog), C4FM preferred
145.330 TBird Honor Health 162.2 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)
448.325 White Tanks 123.0 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)
443.150 Scottsdale 100.0 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)
146.660 Usery 162.2 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)
145.250 Mt. Lemmon 156.7 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)
447.650 Prescott-Mt Union 186.2 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)
145.210 Goodyear 162.2 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)
442.900 South Mtn 100.0 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)
147.100 Camp Verde Digital Only (C4FM)
447.175 White Tanks Digital Only (C4FM)
445.275 Phx matrix simplex frequency
Added:
449.475 Queen Creek 136.5 Fusion (C4FM & Analog)

If you find any not on this list, let me know!
Regards, Joe, N2QOJ


Interested in getting started with sat comms?

 

Interested in getting started with sat comms?


This 18 minute podcast will let you know the current status of satellite communications in our hobby. It's a great way to begin your research or just catch up on the status of that part of our hobby.


Lunch with Hams today!

 

Lunch with Hams today!





Arrive 11:30 AM to Noon or Whenever you can!

We meet at Fuddruckers every Friday!



All are welcome.




New ARRL Podcast -The Eclectic Tech - Episode 36

 

New ARRL Podcast -The?Eclectic?Tech - Episode 36

The ARRL has a new podcast and it is hosted by Steve Ford, WB8IMY.

The?Eclectic?Tech podcast brings news, interviews, and commentary about technology and science -- all with an amateur radio twist.

This 36th episode has the following topics: Will AM broadcasts go digital in a new way? The story of the last analog TV stations. A chat with John Stanley, K4ERO, about the low bands and the new solar cycle.

Stream:

As always, comments are welcome.

Regards, Joe, N2QOJ


Local Suppliers of Ham Radio, Accessories, Instrumentation, PS, Parts, etc.

 

This announcement is worth repeating regularly!

Mapped via APRS .....

IFC Radios & Safety - San Tan Valley - (Some handhelds and basic accessories - CALL FOR INFO RECOMMENDED)

Tri-Tek Electronics - Mesa - (Parts, electronic kits, tools, etc.)

Circuit Specialists - Tempe - (Parts, electronic kits, tools, etc.)

Wired Communications - Scottsdale - (LED lights, COAX, Audio Cables, Connectors, and Adapters)

Ham Radio Outlet - Phoenix - (EVERYTHING)

Local Suppliers of Ham Radio, Accessories, Instrumentation, PS, Parts, etc.


Amateur Radio Test Session - Saturday, June 19th, 10 AM - Mesa Area

 

Amateur Radio Test Session - Saturday, June 19th, 10 AM - Mesa Area

Are you ready to upgrade? Do you have a friend or family member ready to take the FCC Amateur Radio Technician exam?
If so, there will be a test session in Mesa next Saturday, June 19th at 10:00 AM.
This test session is by appointment only and there is no cost. The exact location will be announced to the person registering for an appointment.
If an interested person is seeking an initial radio license (i.e. has no call sign) then that person must also have a Federal Registration Number (FRN) issued by the FCC in order to take a test.
Follow this link to complete the FRN registration and receive an FRN:
If you would like to schedule an appointment, please provide the following information in an email (asap) to Sue Rogers, W7SKH, at Happyham7777@...:
Name:
Call sign (if any):
Email address:
Address: Use the same address you gave when getting you FRN assigned.
Telephone number:
FRN:
This session is hosted by Chuck, W7CBR, Sue, W7SKH, of the Laurel VEC.
Good luck!
Joe, N2QOJ

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QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 6/13/2021 @ 8 PM (20:00)

 

QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 6/13/2021 @ 8 PM (20:00)

- All are welcome!

8 pm at STV/Ocotillo Repeater 449.325 MHz PL 100.0 Hz.

- Listen over the Internet at

Check in via EchoLink Node 185734, N2QOJ-R