SCHEART offering license classes in March via zoom
SCHEART will be offering Ham (Amateur) Radio classes in March of 2023. This is for Technician, General and Extra. All classes will be running from?March 20th through 24th.?from 6pm to 9pm. Some classes will not take the whole week, but will finish when all the material is covered. These classes run concurrently. You can only choose one of the classes.
We’re presenting the classes by video conference using Zoom (?) If you didn’t have the time to attend in person before, now is your chance. Email me at?midlandsve@.... I’ll forward your email to your instructor and they will send you an invitation to the video conference.
Testing will be offered on?March 25th?at 08:30 am at SCETV headquarters, 1041 George Rogers Blvd in Columbia.? But of course you can always take tests at the normal sites and times in Columbia County and Augusta GA as well as Aiken. See the K4NAB for dates times and locations.
More information on the classes at?
-- Dave,? WB5NHL Treasurer,? NABRC
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Thanks so much for sharing useful articles for the group!!! They came through in?good form.? Great visiting and?chatting with you as usual! Best
On Monday, January 16, 2023, 8:10 AM, Kevan Nason, N4XL <knason00@...> wrote: Art W3WR and I were talking about CW at the Greenwood Hamfest Saturday. I mentioned Burton KY4ID had recently told the Swamp Fox Contest Group his amazing CW journey and that I would send it to Art. Burton (he goes by both Burton and Mike) has gone from basically ground zero to winning last years Georgia QSO party CW category in about a year. Decided to share the info here on the reflector in case others might be interested. I've also included a second article on the topic. These are both articles from recent editions of the Swamp Fox Contest Group's newsletter. Not surprisingly, being for that group KY4ID's is slanted towards contesting. Even so, it is so full of useful information that can help those just starting out in CW and those wishing to improve.
I'll attach two PDF's to this email. If they don't get through the reflector filters I'll try and put them in the file section, but files go through fine on other sites so they should come through okay.
Kevan N4XL
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Great, thanks Kevan. Mike Wills Mike31406@... Sent from my I Pad
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On Jan 16, 2023, at 8:10 AM, Kevan Nason, N4XL <knason00@...> wrote:
? Art W3WR and I were talking about CW at the Greenwood Hamfest Saturday. I mentioned Burton KY4ID had recently told the Swamp Fox Contest Group his amazing CW journey and that I would send it to Art. Burton (he goes by both Burton and Mike) has gone from basically ground zero to winning last years Georgia QSO party CW category in about a year. Decided to share the info here on the reflector in case others might be interested. I've also included a second article on the topic. These are both articles from recent editions of the Swamp Fox Contest Group's newsletter. Not surprisingly, being for that group KY4ID's is slanted towards contesting. Even so, it is so full of useful information that can help those just starting out in CW and those wishing to improve.
I'll attach two PDF's to this email. If they don't get through the reflector filters I'll try and put them in the file section, but files go through fine on other sites so they should come through okay.
Kevan N4XL
<Plenty of Options When Learning CW.pdf> <Running on CW - KY4ID.pdf>
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Art W3WR and I were talking about CW at the Greenwood Hamfest Saturday. I mentioned Burton KY4ID had recently told the Swamp Fox Contest Group his amazing CW journey and that I would send it to Art. Burton (he goes by both Burton and Mike) has gone from basically ground zero to winning last years Georgia QSO party CW category in about a year. Decided to share the info here on the reflector in case others might be interested. I've also included a second article on the topic. These are both articles from recent editions of the Swamp Fox Contest Group's newsletter. Not surprisingly, being for that group KY4ID's is slanted towards contesting. Even so, it is so full of useful information that can help those just starting out in CW and those wishing to improve.
I'll attach two PDF's to this email. If they don't get through the reflector filters I'll try and put them in the file section, but files go through fine on other sites so they should come through okay.
Kevan N4XL
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Does anyone else have this certificate confirming QSO with the former US Senate Amateur Radio Station, W3USS? The date on the upper right corner is June 4, 1970.? I worked them when I was in the USAF stationed in FL. The US Senate stopped operating W3USS in 1999. Here is the article from then :? 
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Event Weather Briefing NWS Columbia
---------- Forwarded message --------- From: NWS Columbia, SC - NOAA Service Account <caewx@...>Date: Thu, Jan 12, 2023 at 12:59 PM Subject: Event Weather Briefing NWS Columbia To:
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questions via this email address or call us at 803-822-8038. T o update your contact information in our database or register a new contact please follow this?.
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-- NOAA - National Weather Service
Columbia, SC Weather Forecast Office
2909 Aviation Way West Columbia, SC 29170-2102
Phone:?(803) 822-8135??Web:?? ??? ??
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FOR SALE: ICOM IC-9100 100 WATT VHF/UHF and HF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER
| ? ? ? FOR SALE: ICOM IC-9100 All Mode, All BAND Transceiver ? 
Multiple-band, multiple-mode. It is basically an ICOM IC-7410 full function HF transceiver with an IC-910 all mode 100 WATT VHF/UHF Satellite Transceiver added, along with DSTAR capabilities on all bands. HF to 450mHz Multi-band in One Transceiver The IC-9100 fully covers the 144, 430/440 and HF/6m amateur bands in multiple modes. Independent Dual Receivers The IC-9100 has two independent receivers in one radio and receives two different bands simultaneously. In addition, the main and sub-band audio can be controlled with independent volume and squelch knobs, and received audio can be heard separately when external speakers are connected. Satellite Mode Operation The satellite mode synchronizes the uplink (transmitting) and downlink (receiving) frequencies, and tracks the frequencies in the same tuning step. This function matches both normal and reverse mode satellites. Compensation of the Doppler effect can be performed easily. 20 alphanumeric satellite memory channels store frequencies, mode and tone settings for quick set-up. D-STAR DV Mode (Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio) Installed The UT-121 provides D-STAR DV mode digital voice and low speed data communications. Linking of D-STAR repeaters over the Internet allows you to communicate virtually anywhere. In addition to 144MHz, 430/440MH, The D-STAR DV mode can be used on all HF bands in simplex mode. §?D-STAR DR mode operation makes it easy to access D-STAR repeaters §?GPS position reporting functions (External GPS receiver can be connected via data 1 connector. Also, position data can be entered manually.) §?One-touch reply function §?Digital call sign squelch §?Received call sign record §?Automatic received message display RTTY Demodulator and Decoder The built-in RTTY demodulator and decoder allow you to instantly read an RTTY message on the display. No external units or PC required. The built-in tuning indicator visually helps in critical tuning. Ample CW Functions All of the following CW capabilities are included in the IC-9100: §?4 channels of keyer with 70 characters of transmit memory per channel §?Multi-function electronic keyer with adjustable keying speed from 6-48 wpm, dot-dash ratio from 1:1:2.8 to 1:1:4.5 and paddle polarity §?Bug keyer and full break-in function USB Connector for PC Control - The IC-9100 has a standard type B USB connector and can be connected to the PC. Modulation input, audio output, RTTY demodulator output and CI-V command can be controlled via the USB cable. Also, the conventional CI-V remote control jack is built into the IC-9100.
? Comes with DSTAR module installed, Power cable, hand microphone, carry handle kit, printed user’s manual. Programmed for the CSRA, SC, GA. No shipping boxes. Transceiver weights 25 lbs. ? $1500, pickup in Aiken SC Proceeds go to support the Aiken Schofield Middle School Technology and Ham radio club. Kent KQ4KK 803-392-7339 KHUFFORD@...?? ? ? ? |
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Re: Ham Radio study guides at local libraries
I will sponsor a set or the Nancy Carson Library.? ?I guess that could be done by donating $100,00 to the Book Fund.? I am willing to deliver them as I go to the Branch often.
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Re: Ham Radio study guides at local libraries
Gotta promote the hobby that has been a key part of my life since 1963. ? Brian D Robertson 149 Lady Banks Rd. Aiken, ?SC 29803
803.226.3144 BDRobertson71@...
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On Jan 11, 2023, at 8:04 PM, James Matson KN4OQD <jimmatson@...> wrote:
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Thanks Brian that’s very generous.
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On Jan 11, 2023, at 7:31 PM, Brian Robertson, AA4UJ <BDRobertson71@...> wrote:
? It looks to me that the three study guides costs about $100, and the Q’s and A’s are another $50. ?I will sponsor a set of the above for the Aiken Public Library if the Club buys them and places stickers in the books to contact NABRC.
Over.
?73
Brian AA4UJ?
Brian D Robertson
149 Lady Banks Rd.
Aiken, ?SC 29803
803.226.3144
BDRobertson71@...
On Jan 11, 2023, at 1:55 PM, Jerry Flanders, W4UK <jeflanders@...> wrote:
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At the January NABRC meeting, I mentioned that the Nancy Carson library's on-line records system indicated that the ARRL Ham Radio license study guides were perhaps obsolete because their publication dates were MANY years ago.
I went to the library today and verified that the copies on the shelf are very old. There are two study guides there - one tech and one general. The general states that it is applicable from 7/1/2007 until 6/30/2011. The Tech one
says "starting 7/1/2006"
Both books had stickers inside noting that they were donated by NABRC.
Perhaps when we donate the next batch of books we should emphasize that they are replacements, not just additional copies of that same title already on their shelves. It may be possible that the clerk mistakenly discards them since
they already have copies with that title.
?Also: The on-line records system lists very old versions at the Aiken County Public Library and the Midland Valley Branch shows no Amateur Radio books at all.
Jerry W4UK
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Re: Ham Radio study guides at local libraries
Thanks Brian that’s very generous.
Sent from Jim Matson KN4OQD
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On Jan 11, 2023, at 7:31 PM, Brian Robertson, AA4UJ <BDRobertson71@...> wrote:
? It looks to me that the three study guides costs about $100, and the Q’s and A’s are another $50. ?I will sponsor a set of the above for the Aiken Public Library if the Club buys them and places stickers in the books to contact NABRC.
Over.
?73
Brian AA4UJ?
Brian D Robertson
149 Lady Banks Rd.
Aiken, ?SC 29803
803.226.3144
BDRobertson71@...
On Jan 11, 2023, at 1:55 PM, Jerry Flanders, W4UK <jeflanders@...> wrote:
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At the January NABRC meeting, I mentioned that the Nancy Carson library's on-line records system indicated that the ARRL Ham Radio license study guides were perhaps obsolete because their publication dates were MANY years ago.
I went to the library today and verified that the copies on the shelf are very old. There are two study guides there - one tech and one general. The general states that it is applicable from 7/1/2007 until 6/30/2011. The Tech one
says "starting 7/1/2006"
Both books had stickers inside noting that they were donated by NABRC.
Perhaps when we donate the next batch of books we should emphasize that they are replacements, not just additional copies of that same title already on their shelves. It may be possible that the clerk mistakenly discards them since
they already have copies with that title.
?Also: The on-line records system lists very old versions at the Aiken County Public Library and the Midland Valley Branch shows no Amateur Radio books at all.
Jerry W4UK
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Re: Ham Radio study guides at local libraries
It looks to me that the three study guides costs about $100, and the Q’s and A’s are another $50. ?I will sponsor a set of the above for the Aiken Public Library if the Club buys them and places stickers in the books to contact NABRC.
Over.
?73
Brian AA4UJ? Brian D Robertson 149 Lady Banks Rd. Aiken, ?SC 29803
803.226.3144 BDRobertson71@...
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On Jan 11, 2023, at 1:55 PM, Jerry Flanders, W4UK <jeflanders@...> wrote:
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At the January NABRC meeting, I mentioned that the Nancy Carson library's on-line records system indicated that the ARRL Ham Radio license study guides were perhaps obsolete because their publication dates were MANY years ago.
I went to the library today and verified that the copies on the shelf are very old. There are two study guides there - one tech and one general. The general states that it is applicable from 7/1/2007 until 6/30/2011. The Tech one says "starting 7/1/2006"
Both books had stickers inside noting that they were donated by NABRC.
Perhaps when we donate the next batch of books we should emphasize that they are replacements, not just additional copies of that same title already on their shelves. It may be possible that the clerk mistakenly discards them since they already have copies with that title.
?Also: The on-line records system lists very old versions at the Aiken County Public Library and the Midland Valley Branch shows no Amateur Radio books at all.
Jerry W4UK
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Ham Radio study guides at local libraries
At the January NABRC meeting, I mentioned that the Nancy Carson library's on-line records system indicated that the ARRL Ham Radio license study guides were perhaps obsolete because their publication dates were MANY years ago.
I went to the library today and verified that the copies on the shelf are very old. There are two study guides there - one tech and one general. The general states that it is applicable from 7/1/2007 until 6/30/2011. The Tech one says "starting 7/1/2006"
Both books had stickers inside noting that they were donated by NABRC.
Perhaps when we donate the next batch of books we should emphasize that they are replacements, not just additional copies of that same title already on their shelves. It may be possible that the clerk mistakenly discards them since they already have copies with that title.
?Also: The on-line records system lists very old versions at the Aiken County Public Library and the Midland Valley Branch shows no Amateur Radio books at all.
Jerry W4UK
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NABRC Club Shirts Available
NABRC club shirts are again available. These shirts are "tan" color though the exact definition of "tan" varies with manufacture. The shirts include a breast pocket on the left side with the embordered NABRC logo above the pocket. On the right side is your name and callsign. Shirts are available in both long sleeve and short sleeve. As noted, color may not match between the long sleeve and short sleeve. The shirts are sold and embroidered by the local Aiken company. Embroider This. This is the same company we have used before. Shirt quality and embroidery are excellent. Prices below include the shirt, embroidery and sales tax. ? ? ? Size? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Long Sleeve? ? ? ? ? ?Short Sleeve S-XL? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 43.72? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 34.00 XXL? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 45.88? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 36.16 3XL? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 52.33? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?38.32 4XL? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?54.52? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 40.49 5XL? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?55.60? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?53.45 6XL? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?57.76? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?55.60 As with previous orders, the club does NOT need your money up front, but rather the commitment to pay when the shirts are delivered.NABRC is NOT profiting from these shirts but rather is selling them and funding the order as a service to club membersTo order a shirt I prefer you contact me at a meeting with your long or short sleeve request, size, name and callsign info., Alternately, I will take your email at club.nabrc@...Email me at the club email or post any questions.
I will take orders until the Feb 13 club meeting in Aiken. After which I will place the order.-- Dave,? WB5NHL Treasurer,? NABRC
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December 2022 Minutes Uploaded
Hello! I have upload the draft minutes for December 2022: I will have a printed copy available at the meeting tomorrow. The October and November minutes also had updates and those are on the 2022 Meeting Minutes download page: 73s, Gerald McMillen KI4BUC
NABRC Secretary
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Re: January NABRC meeting January 9
Sorry Jim, I’m in Holland to see my son and his family
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ABRC Monthly Meeting ?
Monday January? 09, 2023?
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Meeting Location?
Aiken County Public Safety Station II?
501 W Five Notch Rd, North Augusta, SC 29860?
For directions, see: ?
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As always -Fellowship at 6:30pm and meeting starts at 7:00pm?
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Topics to be covered will include:?
1. Discussions on Programs for the New Year?
2. Kent KQ4KK will update on club participation at Schofield Middle School and School Club Round up?
3. Jim KN4OQD will give a brief presentation on a bit of Amateur radio history that ties a mountain in Antarticia to the EZ Pass?
We will try to have a short meeting and get you out of there quickly for those who want to see the College Football Championship Game.?
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Hope to see you there.?
73's?
KN4OQD?
Jim Matson?
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Event: NABRC Monthly Meeting - Public Safety #2 North Augusta Location - Monday, January 9, 2023
#cal-reminder
Reminder: NABRC Monthly Meeting - Public Safety #2 North Augusta Location
When:
Monday, January 9, 2023
6:30pm to 9:00pm
(UTC-05:00) America/New York
Where:
501 W. Five Notch Road North Augusta, SC 29841
Organizer: NABRC
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Description:
Fellowship starts at 6:30PM? ? ?Meeting starts at 7:00PM
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January NABRC meeting January 9
ABRC Monthly Meeting ?
Monday January? 09, 2023?
?
Meeting Location?
Aiken County Public Safety Station II?
501 W Five Notch Rd, North Augusta, SC 29860?
For directions, see: ?
?
As always -Fellowship at 6:30pm and meeting starts at 7:00pm?
?
?
Topics to be covered will include:?
1. Discussions on Programs for the New Year?
2. Kent KQ4KK will update on club participation at Schofield Middle School and School Club Round up?
3. Jim KN4OQD will give a brief presentation on a bit of Amateur radio history that ties a mountain in Antarticia to the EZ Pass?
We will try to have a short meeting and get you out of there quickly for those who want to see the College Football Championship Game.?
?
?
Hope to see you there.?
73's?
KN4OQD?
Jim Matson?
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Looking to Ditch Twitter? Morse Code Is Back | Innovation| Smithsonian Magazine
Wishing everyone a Healthy and Happy New Year!!
Here’s a link to an Article in the Smithsonian Magazine about the resurgence of CW in the digital world.
Good read!!
73
Art Ruditzky W3WR VP NABRC
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FS: ICOM IC-9100 100 WATT HF/ 50 WATT VHF/UHF Multimode Transceiver
FOR SALE: ICOM IC-9100 All Mode, All BAND Transceiver ? 
Multiple-band, multiple-mode. It is basically an ICOM IC-7410 full function HF transceiver with an IC-910 all mode VHF/UHF Satellite Transceiver added, along with DSTAR capabilities on all bands. HF to 450mHz Multi-band in One Transceiver The IC-9100 fully covers the HF/50, 144, 430/440 amateur bands in multiple modes. Independent Dual Receivers The IC-9100 has two independent receivers in one radio and receives two different bands simultaneously. In addition, the main and sub-band audio can be controlled with independent volume and squelch knobs, and received audio can be heard separately when external speakers are connected. Satellite Mode Operation The satellite mode synchronizes the uplink (transmitting) and downlink (receiving) frequencies, and tracks the frequencies in the same tuning step. This function matches both normal and reverse mode satellites. Compensation of the Doppler effect can be performed easily. 20 alphanumeric satellite memory channels store frequencies, mode and tone settings for quick set-up. D-STAR DV Mode (Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio) Installed The UT-121 provides D-STAR DV mode digital voice and low speed data communications. Linking of D-STAR repeaters over the Internet allows you to communicate virtually anywhere. In addition to 144MHz, 430/440MH, The D-STAR DV mode can be used on all HF bands in simplex mode. § D-STAR DR mode operation makes it easy to access D-STAR repeaters § GPS position reporting functions (External GPS receiver can be connected via data 1 connector. Also, position data can be entered manually.) § One-touch reply function § Digital call sign squelch § Received call sign record § Automatic received message display RTTY Demodulator and Decoder The built-in RTTY demodulator and decoder allow you to instantly read an RTTY message on the display. No external units or PC required. The built-in tuning indicator visually helps in critical tuning. Ample CW Functions All of the following CW capabilities are included in the IC-9100: § 4 channels of keyer with 70 characters of transmit memory per channel § Multi-function electronic keyer with adjustable keying speed from 6-48 wpm, dot-dash ratio from 1:1:2.8 to 1:1:4.5 and paddle polarity § Bug keyer and full break-in function USB Connector for PC Control - The IC-9100 has a standard type B USB connector and can be connected to the PC. Modulation input, audio output, RTTY demodulator output and CI-V command can be controlled via the USB cable. Also, the conventional CI-V remote control jack is built into the IC-9100.
? Comes with DSTAR module installed, Power cable, hand microphone, carry handle kit, printed user’s manual. Programmed for the CSRA, SC, GA. No shipping boxes. Transceiver weights 25 lbs. ? $1650, pickup in Aiken SC Proceeds go to support the Aiken Schofield Middle School Technology and Ham radio club. Kent KQ4KK 803-392-7339 khufford@... ? ?
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Re: FS: ICOM IC-7100 HF/VHF/UHF Transceiver and ICOM AT-180 HF Automatic Antenna Tuner
BOTH SOLD. Thanks for looking. ? Kent ?
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From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of KENT HUFFORD, KQ4KK Sent: Monday, January 2, 2023 3:58 PM To: [email protected]Subject: [nabrc] FS: ICOM IC-7100 HF/VHF/UHF Transceiver and ICOM AT-180 HF Automatic Antenna Tuner ? ? ? 
? FOR SALE: ICOM IC-7100 HF 100 WATT, VHF/UHF 50/35 WATT All mode Transceiver, AM, CW, SSB, FM, DSTAR, Digital Data ??????????????? ???? ICOM AT-180 HF Automatic Antenna Tuner ? ICOM IC-7100?is an all-mode HF/VHF/UHF touch screen mobile transceiver. DSP at the IF level is the cornerstone of this impressive multi-bander. RF power is HF 100 watts, 50 MHz 100 watts, 144 MHz 50 watts and 430 MHz 35 watts. Extended receive provides coverage from 30 kHz to 199.999 MHz and 400-470 MHz. ± 0.5ppm frequency stability and 505 memory channels. There is a built in?radioteletype decoder. And D-Star is built in! Built in sound card. All audio, programming, and CAT are done by a single standard USB cable. The remote head, with built-in speaker (on back-side), offers full control of the radio. And the?head rear panel?features jacks for key, speaker, and microphone. This radio requires 13.8 VDC at 22 Amps. The rear panel has an antenna input for HF/6M and one for VHF/UHF bands. The IC-7100 includes HM-151optional Touch tone hand mic, DC power cable, separation cable, printed Owner's Manual, optional Mobile Mounting Bracket MB-62 , SD card (currently programmed for CSRA, GA and SC). ? NOTE HRO COMMENT: The production of this unit(IC-7100) has been delayed due to supply chain issues. …expect these delays to last until May of 2023.? ? ICOM AT-180 tuner. ?Fully automatic antenna tuner with preset memories for each 100 kHz. ICOM AT-180 tuner has three operating configurations for HF band operation. With control, RF cable and optional Mobile Mounting Bracket MB-62. AT-180 tracks band and frequency automatically for ICOM 7100, 706 series. ? Both for $900, Pickup in Aiken SC. ? ICOM IC-7100 $750 ICOM AT-180 $200 ? Kent KQ4KK khufford@... 803-392-7339
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Dave Kjellquist, WB5NHL
Steve Czaikowski, W8SC
James Matson KN4OQD
Jerry Flanders, W4UK
