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Seeing this has started to take off as sn open source kit, a few more things have happened. First a new 3d printed case with closing lidto protect the touchscreen when not in use was added, and the latest Firmware is Version 1.9.3. And now for the big news, a new 7 band RF board is in the works with a internal Li-Ion battery pack from Amazon for approximately 2-3 hours of operation from full charge with LED gas gauge on the side of the board. Also there's a waiting list for WB2CBA's credit card sized QRPp antenna tuner, waiting for one of those kits to become available. 73 Matt NA1Q

April 7th 2025 at 7:00 pm is the scheduled date and time for the next CONSORTIUM. The meeting place is the Manville Rod and Gun club at 250 High Street Manville, RI. This month's topic is...Basics of Multimeters. The session will include a follow on from last months meeting relative to essential test equipment for a basic ham station. Hope you all can attend. Come early and take advantage of the dicussions that take place before the scheuled meeting. Remember you do not have to be a BVARC memeber or a licensed ham to attend (although we would like to have you join) There are no fees required to attend. Bob W1YRC and Jim K1GND

This AM I have tested the following and found them to be in operable condition. Yaesu 2m FT-2500m Yaesu 2m FT 2500m and Kantronics Communicator 3 plus (Packet control) Kenwood TM 281A These items are now at my home QTH. Apparently the smoke had little on no effect on the gear. That gives me hope none of the other equipment has been damaged. I will attempt to assemble all the related items for the Elecraft K3 inclucing Amplifier, ATU, Directional coupler and speakers. Jim J K1GND

Partial list. Elecraft K3 Transceiver w/many accessories ( will test before sale) Kenwood Transceiver TS-950 SDX (Condition unknown) Kenwood Transceiver TS-711A (Will test before sale) Kenwood FM Transceiver TM 281-A (test before sale) Yaesu FM Transceiver FT-2500M (Will test before sale) I am reminding persons interested, these items were subjected to smoke resulting from the house fire. None were subjected to flames. If you are interested please contact me via email. I will set up an appointment for the test. Please only sincere interest to make it easy on me. Jim J K1GND

I apologize for not completing the list of K1RI's radio equipment. I got an emegency phone call from Florida concerning my son. That took up the rest of the afternoon and evening. I will post the list as soon as I'm able to spend more time on it. 73 Jim K1GND

By now everyone is aware of the tragic home fire that ended up taking K1RI Bob's life. His XYL Linda has asked me to arrange for the moving and sale of his radio equipment. The moving is complete and all items are now in storage. Because of the volume of the equipment involved, it is impossible to load all of it and move it to a ham fest type setup and subsequently re-loading what does not sell and transport it back to storage. Instead what I propose to do is offer any and all of the larger equipment as a single group with the idea of putting together a second and possibly third group as time goes by. In order to do this those hams interested in viewing and possibly purchasing I would ask that they contact me. The first group to be offered are the transceivers consistion of the following:

Hi everyone, I was talking with a friend of mine in Tuscon AZ and he was talking about how his club holds 2 ham flea markets and they do a raffle for a couple radios as a fundraiser for their club. Now I've seen other clubs do various items, some have unlimited tickets, some have a set number. Now crunching some numbers, say we buy a Icom IC-7300 which is currently $999.99 and limit to selling 250 tickets for $5 per ticket. Selling all 250 tickets would bring in $1250, netting the club $251. The drawing could be at Field Day or Annual Meeting or Club Christmas Party. So putting it out there what's people's thoughts on a club fundraiser, thinking $5 for a chance at a $1000 radio is appealing, and I know some folks would buy 1 to 4 tickets on average ($5 to $20). The proceeds could go to Field Day expenses, the scholarship fund, or anything the club deems necessary. Just an idea. 73 Matt NA1Q

Hello fellow hams March 3rd at 7:00 pm is the scheduled date and time for the next CONSORTIUM. The meeting place is the Manville Rod and Gun club at 250 High Street Manville, RI. This month's topic...antennas and measuring the antenna characteristics. It will include what measuring devices are essential for getting the best results from your antenna. The session will include construcion techniques. Hope you all can attend. Come early and take advantage of the dicussions that take place before the scheuled meeting. Remember you do not have to be a BVARC memeber or a licensed ham to attend (although we would like to have you join) There are no fees required to attend. Bob W1YRC and Jim K1GND

I enjoyed sharing about Parks on the Air at yesterday's BVARC meeting. I imagine the presentation slides were hard to read without a proper projector so I'm attaching them as a PDF. I'd be glad to help organize some informal park activations as the weather warms up (May-October) and welcome others to join in. 73 Peter K1AV

I have had requests for parts for the subject antenna. Antenna System Parts* List Substitutes - Your Choice Chameleon 17' telescoping whip - https://chameleonantenna.com Aluminum tripod - https://amazon.com/dp/BO7FMFJTSD Aluminum tubing 1" OD x 2" to insert into tripode - https://amazon.com/dp/BO14GXMT7S Mirror mount with 3/8 x 24 to SO-239 stud - https://amazon.com/dp/BO1G2QSNDG Bright orange 18 AWG Counterpoise (about 100 feet of wire) (this will support wire lengths for all bands) You can make individual counterpoise wires or use electrical clips to segment the counterpoise Mueller clips on each end of Counterpoise Electric fence wire posts - Tractor Supply 2 or 4 each (3.50 ea.) * Parts orginally posted by KJ6ER Greg

Hello All We will be holding the monthly (Feburary 3) Consortium at the Manville Sportsman Rod and Gun Club 250 High Street. Metting will start at 7:00 pm. You can arrive a little early and help setup and do a little socializing. This month's topic will be an easy to use, easy to build a very very effective vertical antenna that is especially adaptible for semi-fixed and portable situations. And by the way, very easy on the wallet. See you there. 73 Jim K1GND

Attention all BVARC members, Due to a last minute glitch, Winter FD scheduled for tomorrow will be scaled back. Larry Freitas was planning to provide his motor home as our shelter to operate. However, Larry has informed me that the RV is having mechanical problems and doesn't want to risk it's use. After conferring with several FD Comm. members, it has been decided to scale back our operation. This will entail Peter Sichel (K1AV), who will set up a small, heated tent and allow others to operate if desired. Space will be severly limited. If anyone wishes to bring a tent/shelter and set up for the day, they are welcome. If you have any questions, you can contact me at mickc@... 508-954-1725 or Peter at p.sichel@..., 401-405-1858. In addition, no food or hot beverages will be available to those who brave the elements. 73 Mickey Callahan BVARC Winter FD Coordinator

Attention all BVARC members. Please see attachment regarding Winter Field Day on Saturday, January 25. Hope to see many of your there. 73 Mickey Callahan - Winter FD Comm. Chair

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All, Volunteer regestratioin for the 2025 Boston Manathon is now open. If you are interested in volunteering for the Boston Marathon as as an Amateur Radio Oprreator. Just follow the instructions contained in the link below. Larry Freitas - N1KLF Volunteer registration for the 2025 Boston Marathon is now. Returning volunteers will receive an email from the BAA that includes registration instructions. In order to make registration as smooth as possible, we are providing specific instructions for our Amateur Radio Operator (ARO) volunteers. If you haven't previously volunteered, or have a friend who would like to volunteer, please go directly to the Volunteer Registration page and follow the instructions for new volunteers. Step by Step Sign Up Guide: https://hamradioboston.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/44002570599-2025-volunteer-registration-step-by-step-guide A few notes for volunteers: Almost all amateur radio positions are single person assignments. We are not able to group people on a single assignment, but we will try to accommodate which segment you are assigned to in order to allow for similar start/end times. Do you want to run Boston? In recognition of the contribution the Amateur Radio Communications team provides to the Boston Marathon every year, the BAA has granted us an invitational bib to be awarded to one of our volunteers! Here’s how it works: Applicants must be Boston Marathon volunteers who have served on the Amateur Radio Communications Team in at least one (1) of the most recent three (3) Boston Marathons. Applicants must agree that if selected, they will pay the applicable entry fee ($375) to the BAA. Applicants must agree to comply with all terms and conditions set by the BAA. Applicants must be capable of completing the Boston Marathon within the allotted time. Applicants must hold a valid Amateur Radio license (of any class) issued by the FCC (or regulatory body in the applicant’s home country) at the time of application. Applicants must be eligible to participate in BAA events. The Amateur Radio Communications Committee will utilize the following criteria to determine how the Invitational Entry will be awarded: All interested eligible parties must fill out the linked Google Form to express their interest Applications must be received by January 3, 2025. All applicants will be entered into a random drawing for the Invitational Entry following the application deadline. The selected applicant will be notified by email by January 6, and is required to formally respond and accept within seven (7) calendar days. If after seven days, the selected applicant has not accepted the Invitational Entry, that applicant’s Entry will become void and a second drawing will be held for the Entry to be reassigned. Following receipt of an Invitational Entry from the Amateur Radio Communications Team, recipients will be ineligible to receive this Invitational Entry again until the fourth Boston Marathon following their award. Help us get the word out by forwarding this email to your club and other amateur radio operators who might wish to volunteer. Most volunteers first learn about the event through word of mouth. If you know new licensees who might like to join us, please make sure to let them know about it. Even just a quick mention at your club meeting can be a big help! If you have any questions about the upcoming volunteer registration period, the invitational amateur radio bib program, or the 2025 Marathon in general, please get in touch anytime. Volunteering at the Marathon is a big job and we appreciate the time and effort everyone puts into it. We’re happy to do what we can to make your work fun, comfortable, and effective. We look forward to seeing everyone again soon. Thank you, and 73, Boston Marathon Communications Committee contact@... Copyright ? 2024 BAA Amateur Radio Communications Committee, All rights reserved. You are receiving this e-mail because you volunteered at a past Boston Marathon. Our mailing address is: BAA Amateur Radio Communications Committee 185 Dartmouth Street 6th Floor B

We are planning a Consortium meeting for 2 December 2024 . 7pm at the Manville Rod and Gun Club 250 High Street Manville. The subject will be The Icom IC-7300 Controls. Topic will include a live setup with hands on opportunities. Remember there are no dues or fees necessary to attend. Bob and I hope to see you there. BTW, Happy Thanksgiving to all. Jim J K1GND