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Hello QCECG Members and Friends of QCECG, Regarding this month's meeting, originally scheduled for Thursday December 12th, it was my intent to cancel the meeting due to holiday preparations and just busy-time-of-year issues we all have. However, Dennis - KF7RYX - had a good suggestion. Why not make this meeting a show-and-tell? If you would like to show off your project - maybe a station go-box, maybe a power go-box, maybe a new radio, maybe a home brew item, or whatever else you may be interested in - then let me know asap. If the response is minimal, then we could use our kick-off 2020 meeting in January as show-and-tell. Let me know what you think as soon as you can. I need the feedback to make the final decision soon. Thank you, Joe, N2QOJ Joe Sammartino 24/7: 480.270.4563 Mobile: 480.381.2993 jsammartino@... www.queencreekarc.org www.qcecg.org

Thanks to all who attended our monthly meeting. Thanks to Dennis - KF7RYX, Janet - KF7SLQ, and Derek - K7NZ for brining in their projects to share with us. 73, Joe, N2QOJ Here are some follow-up links to some of the topics discussed: 1. WebSDR - This site has many links to all things SDR: http://www.k8zt.com/sdr 2. CW - Lots of links: http://www.k8zt.com/qrp Easy, cheap, QRP kits and assembled transceivers: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=cw+transceiver+qrp&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_sop=15 This is the one I had discussed: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Assembled-S-PIXIE-CW-QRP-Ham-Amateur-Shortwave-Radio-Transceiver-7-023Mhz-Case/173919941978?_trkparms=aid%3D555018%26algo%3DPL.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D60973%26meid%3Dc82aedce0ac24315979d62cdf7f124ca%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D12%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D254451873199%26itm%3D173919941978%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851 3. Email over radio - Visit www.winlink.org and read through the "Book of Knowledge": https://winlink.org/content/winlink_book_knowledge Be sure to watch K4REF's videos. 4. K7AJF - Tony, Antenna Fabricator Extraordinaire (and other items): 480-665-0804 "Leave Message" 5. Dennis, KF7RYX, 1991 Fleetwood Southwind Renovation Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_kf4JG90TUnwX4W6fnM5hA/videos?disable_polymer=1 6. Home Depot Antennas: Diamond X510 Clone: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Amateur-Dual-Band-Base-Antenna-with-17-ft-Base-Antenna-1481/300026085?MERCH=REC-_-Pip_Alternatives_Non_HDhome-_-310787233-_-300026085-_-N Specs for this antenna: Mast diameter accepted: 1-3/16 in. x 2-7/16 in. 8.3dbd gain VHF 144MHz -148MHz 11.7dbd gain UHF430 MHz - 450 MHz Omnidirectional and 17 ft. T Heavy-duty fiberglass construction All dual-band base antennas: https://www.homedepot.com/s/dual-band%2520base%2520antenna?NCNI-5 7. PowerGate - Necessary for Go-Box Power Management: West Mountain Radio's Products: http://www.westmountainradio.com/dc_power.php 8. Digital Meters or more correctly Digital Power Analyzers From Powerwerx: https://powerwerx.com/watt-meter-analyzer-inline-dc-powerpole From Ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Power-Analyzer-150-amp-Watt-Meter-w-45-amp-Anderson-PowerPole-Connectors-Boots/143144391829?hash=item2154121495:g:7pkAAOSw~~NccM62:sc:USPSPriority!85142!US!-1 There are many to choose from: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.A0.H0.XDC+Inline+Power+Analyzer.TRS5&_nkw=DC+Inline+Power+Analyzer&_sacat=0 9. Measuring relative field strength. The January 2020 issue of QST has an interesting article in a similar vein. It discusses comparing mobile/portable antennas by using S-Meter readings. The real interesting thing (to me) about the article is that it is written by Ulrich Rohde, N1UL, whom I have QSO'ed with on several occasions when I worked just 3 or 4 miles from his Microwave company in NJ. That was around 1989-1991. His bio in the article is not complete. He now resides in Florida. Here is the article: https://www.dropbox.com/s/sxn9v0yeclt2o59/QST_Field_Strength.pdf?dl=0 10. Local Electronics Ham Suppliers: WiredCo - www.wiredco.com - Scottsdale, but is at Ham Fests and other Venues Tritek Electronics - www.tritekelectronics.com/ - Mesa Circuits Specialists - www.circuitspecialists.com/ - Tempe 11. Ham Radio Deluxe - A Computer Interface for your HF Transceiver Version 5.x - Legacy, unsupported but works well and FREE: It is VERY hard to find the last free version of HRD (5.28). The owners of HRD 6.X have seen to that. However, If you are interested in this very powerful program, please send an email to me directly. I can help you locate the last version on the Internet. Version 6.x - https://www.hamradiodeluxe.com/ 12. Recent article concerning the DIY HF Power Amplifier: https://www.dropbox.com/s/8wi027draiuspma/600w_amplifier.pdf?dl=0

? Latest Ham Fest Flyer ? Upcoming Hamfests Flyer from our friends at Arizona Desert Aire Waves (ADAW). Use the link below or download the attached file: https://www.dropbox.com/s/eir6mbdtvf6nesj/HamfestFlyers_January.pdf?dl=0 Regards, Joe, N2QOJ

? Local Ham Club Activities ? Check out the link (or attached file) for the January newsletter from Arizona Desert Aire Waves for the latest happenings in our local ham community. https://www.dropbox.com/s/dm9rctweiuvb3sq/January%202020.pdf?dl=0 Regards, Joe, N2QOJ

Please join us tonight for the QCECG weekly training net. Ocotillo Repeater (AKA San Tan Valley Repeater): 8 pm at 449.325 Mhz PL 100.0 Hz. Visitors welcome! If you do not have a radio or scanner, you can listen in to the Ocotillo Repeater (449.325 MHz) 24/7 via this streaming audio link: https://www.broadcastify.com/listen/feed/10544/web/?rl=rr The feed also streams some other local frequencies when the repeater is not active.

? ARRL's "The Doctor is In" Podcast - "December Mailbag" ? ** All good things come to an end. This episode is the last in the podcast series. Steve Ford will be hosting a new podcast series sometime in early 2020. Details have yet to be announced. ** Some of you may be familiar with the ARRL's QST column, "The Doctor is In". The Doctor is none other than ARRL's Joel Hallas, W1ZR, who has been answering questions about Amateur Radio in QST's "The Doctor is In" column since 2006. Hosted by QST Editor In Chief Steve Ford, WB8IMY, "The Doctor is In" podcast is a twice-monthly audio podcast that answers YOUR questions about Amateur Radio's technical challenges. This week's topic is "December Mailbag". Download (or stream) the mp3 from these links: STREAM: https://www.dropbox.com/s/usmnyxair9ooclw/December_19_2019_-_Mailbag.mp3?dl=0 DOWNLOAD: https://www.dropbox.com/s/usmnyxair9ooclw/December_19_2019_-_Mailbag.mp3?dl=1 The length in time of these podcast usually ranges from 15 to 25 minutes. Please let me know if you have any difficulty accessing this content. I do welcome feedback. I would like to know if this podcast feature is of any value to our members. Regards, Joe - N2QOJ

Please join us tonight for the QCECG weekly training net. Ocotillo Repeater (AKA San Tan Valley Repeater): 8 pm at 449.325 Mhz PL 100.0 Hz. Visitors welcome! If you do not have a radio or scanner, you can listen in to the Ocotillo Repeater (449.325 MHz) 24/7 via this streaming audio link: https://www.broadcastify.com/listen/feed/10544/web/?rl=rr The feed also streams some other local frequencies when the repeater is not active.

This morning, Ron - AK7RM, has headed up to Spook Hill (located at the corner of 202 and Brown Rd in East Mesa). His last known frequency is 7.115 Mhz. Give him a shout!

Try 7.155 Mhz !!!

ARRL Reshapes Podcast Offerings for 2020 In conjunction with the launch of its new On the Air magazine, which is aimed at those just beginning their journey in amateur radio, ARRL is reconfiguring its podcast lineup. Heading up the new schedule will be a free companion podcast to the bimonthly On the Air magazine. The monthly On the Air podcast will take a deeper look into select features and projects from the magazine. Each month, host and On the Air Editorial Director Becky Schoenfeld, W1BXY, will offer additional resources, techniques, and hints to help less-experienced radio amateurs to get the most from the magazine's content. In addition to the podcast, ARRL Product Development Manager Bob Inderbitzen, NQ1R, will curate a free On the Air blog featuring content from the communicators and makers who are the driving force of amateur radio today. The blog will highlight opportunities and activities available to new licensees. The On the Air blog is intended as an entry point into the world of amateur radio for those seeking original voices and perspectives. Readers will be invited to take part in the conversation by sharing their stories and experiences. ARRL's current So Now What? podcast will cease production in January, as the full complement of On the Air content is rolled out. The catalog ofSo Now What? episodes is available for listening or downloading. In addition, The Doctor is In podcast, which has served more-experienced amateurs since 2016, will conclude its 4-year run with itsDecember 19 episode. Eclectic Tech, a new biweekly podcast designed to appeal to experienced amateurs, will launch in February. Hosted by QST Editor Steve Ford, WB8IMY, Eclectic Tech will highlight technical topics involving amateur and non-amateur technology, offer brief interviews with individuals involved in projects of interest to amateurs, and include practical information of immediate benefit to today's hams. The Doctor is In co-host Joel Hallas, W1ZR, is selecting some of his favorite podcast episodes for re-broadcast in the interim between the end of production for The Doctor is In and the debut of Eclectic Tech. The complete The Doctor is In archive is available on the ARRL website. Hallas will continue to answer questions about amateur radio in QST's "The Doctor is In" column. The ARRL Audio News podcast will continue to provide a weekly summary of news and activities within the amateur radio community.

Please join us tonight for the QCECG weekly training net. Ocotillo Repeater (AKA San Tan Valley Repeater): 8 pm at 449.325 Mhz PL 100.0 Hz. Visitors welcome! If you do not have a radio or scanner, you can listen in to the Ocotillo Repeater (449.325 MHz) 24/7 via this streaming audio link: https://www.broadcastify.com/listen/feed/10544/web/?rl=rr The feed also streams some other local frequencies when the repeater is not active.

Recently, Dennis - KF7RYX, decided to replicate Doug's (WB7TUJ) 40/75 Meter dipole. Luckily, we have a video on that topic from not long ago... https://youtu.be/cWjkBi_Tx-Y

Revisiting Mesh Networking..... QCECG Presents - Broadband Hamnet - Part 1 of 3 https://youtu.be/Tt96aRZvR5E

Hi Local Hams and Members, Tonight's meeting will have two major themes: - Resources for New Hams and - Questions and Answers Session I urge you "seasoned" hams to come and share your knowledge. See you there, Joe, N2QOJ "QCECG meetings are on the second Thursday of every month at 7 PM. Queen Creek Town Hall, 22350 South Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142 Use this link for directions: Navigate http://tinyurl.com/QCChambers" Talk-In on 449.475, PL 136.5 HZ, (-)

Origin of "Elmer" At our QCECG meeting last evening, Court, KG7VF, mentioned an interesting article from ARRL about the origin of the term "Elmer". Here's an accepted definition of "Elmer": “Someone who provides personal guidance and assistance to would-be hams and also to hams that are seeking personal assistance in specific areas of the amateur radio hobby.” I will reprint the article here because a link at the ARRL website is incorrect. Be sure to check out the other "Ham Speak" origins when you get a chance. =========================================================== “Elmer” Inspiration, Elmer “Bud” Frohardt Jr, W9DY, SK 03/24/2016 The ham radio mentor who inspired the term “Elmer” — Elmer P. “Bud” Frohardt Jr, W9DY (ex-W9GFF), of Madison, Wisconsin — died on March 22. He was 93. A friend and co-worker of the late Rod Newkirk, W9BRD (later VA3ZBB), who edited QST’s “How’s DX?” column, Frohardt was the “Elmer” that Newkirk had in mind when he used the name in his March 1971 column, referring to someone who helped to mentor new Amateur Radio licensees and calling them “the unsung fathers of Amateur Radio.” “Too frequently one hears a sad story in this little nutshell: ‘Oh, I almost got a ticket, too, but Elmer, W9XYZ, moved away and I kind of lost interest,’” Newkirk had written. “We need those Elmers. All the Elmers, including the ham who took the most time and trouble to give you a push toward your license, are the birds who keep this great game young and fresh.” On AC6V’s “Origin of Ham Speak” web page, John Becker, K9MM, is quoted as saying, “Bud was very well known locally for his involvement with the RAMS (Radio Amateur Megacycle Society) radio club, and he was always helping newcomers to the hobby.” An ARRL Life Member, Frohardt, who preferred to be called “Bud,” had worked as a communications technician for the Illinois State Police, retiring in 1986. Licensed in the 1930s, he was a veteran DXer, eventually working all 381 countries at that time from his former home in Chicago. When he moved into an antenna-restricted neighborhood in the 1990s, he enthusiastically began chasing DX from his car, racking up 326 entities while operating from the back seat. He also was active in the annual Illinois QSO Party, which he managed at one point. “Am most proud of all the wonderful young people I have been able to interest over the years in science, radio, DX, CW, and electronics,” Frohardt wrote on his QRZ.com page. “Many of them have become excellent operators, engineers, scientists, doctors or business people.” http://ac6v.com/73.php

QCECG weekly training net - 1/12/2020 @ 8 PM (2000) Please join us tonight for the QCECG weekly training net. Your Net Control Operator for this net will be John, KI7PPW. Ocotillo Repeater (AKA San Tan Valley Repeater): 8 pm at 449.325 Mhz PL 100.0 Hz. - Visitors welcome! If you do not have a radio or scanner, you can listen in to the Ocotillo Repeater (449.325 MHz) 24/7 via this streaming audio link: https://www.broadcastify.com/listen/feed/10544/web/?rl=rr Regards, Joe, N2QOJ QCECG

? From ARRL's New Podcast, "So Now What" Episode 17 - Final Episode" ? “So Now What?” focuses on answering questions and providing support and encouragement for new licensees to get the most out of the hobby. Co-hosting “So Now What?” is ARRL Communications Content Producer Michelle Patnode, W3MVP, and ARRL Station Manager Joe Carcia, NJ1Q. The podcast explores questions that newer hams may have and the issues that keep newcomers from remaining active. This week's installment is the final episode of this podcast series entitled, "Joe and Michelle talk with ARRL VEC Assistant Manager Amanda Grimaldi, N1NHL" and is about 28 minutes long. You can find out about ARRL's plans for new podcasts in 2020 here: http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter?issue=2019-12-19#toc01 Download (or stream) the mp3 from these links: STREAM: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0cxydx01c4v0f7v/SoNowWhatlastep_mixdown1.mp3?dl=0 DOWNLOAD: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0cxydx01c4v0f7v/SoNowWhatlastep_mixdown1.mp3?dl=1 Please let me know if you have any difficulty accessing this content. I do welcome feedback. I would like to know if this podcast feature is of any value to our members. Regards, Joe - N2QOJ

? RUSS, Radio Under Sun Shade - Also Known as "Radio in the Park" - RITP ? ** UPDATE** **UPDATE** ** UPDATE** **UPDATE** **UPDATE** **UPDATE** We now have six confirmed RUSS / RITP events planned and confirmed for January 18th. https://tinyurl.com/RUSS011820206 ** UPDATE** **UPDATE** ** UPDATE** **UPDATE** **UPDATE** **UPDATE** Saturday, January 18th, 10 AM till 2 PM (1000 to 1400) Great weather! Perfect for another Radio in the Park or Radio Under Sun Shade event! You will find below a brief description of the event's objective and activities: *What is it?* *Here's the recipe:* - take several ham radio stations and antenna systems - add portable power - generators, batteries, solar power - add some experienced hams - include an open invitation to new hams, experienced hams, and anyone else - publish a valley wide talk-in frequency of 146.460 MHz (PL of 77 Hz); if operating HF, 7.178 MHz LSB - and replicate this recipe several times over in the Valley at the same time *What is the objective?* - Engage in as many contacts as possible across the Valley using a VHF simplex frequency of 146.460 MHz while operating off grid power, If possible. *What is the result?* - An excellent opportunity to learn about ham radio and ham radio operators. - A great opportunity to learn about the type of equipment available - portable, mobile, base radios, antennas, coax, cables, solar arrays, solar controllers, and more. - A great opportunity to learn about the importance of basic emergency radio principles. - An opportunity to actually use the radio equipment and speak to local hams and distant hams hundreds or thousands of miles away -- even if you are not a ham! It is a hands-on learning experience that is unequaled. We have had many of these events over the last 10 years and every one of them has been a tremendous success. The hosts of these events have one key objective - to relate the fun, facts, and usefulness of ham radio while exercising emergency communications via simplex and off-grid power. *Where and When? (Mesa, Apache Junction, Peoria, more)* - More locations are possible and, if they are confirmed, an update notice will be sent out. The event will run from 10 AM (1000) till 2 PM (1400). We now have six local RUSS / RITP events planned and confirmed for January 18th. Apache Junction Locations Derek, K7NZ with Neil, K9ZSR, will host RUSS / RITP at Apache Junction Park in Apache Junction. Mesa Locations Dennis, KF7RYX, will host his event at the ball field pavilion behind the Stake Center at 2228 E. Brown Road in Mesa, AZ 85213 (just East of Gilbert Rd. on the North side of Brown Rd). Doug, WB7TUJ, will host RUSS / RITP in Mesa at Emerald Park. Heidi, K7ZAE, will host RUSS / RITP in Mesa at Granite Reef Park. Dave, KG7NCV and Michelle, KG7NCW, will host at Red Mountain Park. Chandler Location To Be Announced Peoria Location Doug, KI7LIK will host RUSS / RITP from the Greenway Granada Park in Peoria. PLEASE NOTE: doug would like to partner with someone who can provide HF capability. If you would like to partner up with Doug, please contact him directly at ki7lik.az@... . *If you can't visit the sites, please check in via the frequencies listed above and participate off grid, if possible.* If you will be hosting your own RUSS event in a public location, please send the following information to me at jsammartino@... so I can include you in the announcements: Your call sign Your planned location - GPS coordinates or address Your planned operating bands - VHF only, VHF and HF, HF only Your operating times if different than 1000 to 1400 APRS Link to all confirmed RUSS locations: https://tinyurl.com/RUSS011820206 If you would like a bit more detail on this event, these two documents can help: http://queencreekarc.org/RUSS_wb7tuj.pdf http://queencreekarc.org/RUSS.pdf Regards, Joe, N2QOJ Co-Founder, Queen Creek Amateur Radio Club Co-Leader, Queen Creek Emergency Communications Group AUXCOMM, ARES MARICOPA COUNTY