We run a good sized (~20 stations, covers most of the population centers in the area) “plain” AX.25 packet network in Minnesota. Actually we are involved in several networks- there is 145.01, APRS(r) and even some 9600 packet. Once in while we get access to a promising /free node site (elevated- could be a buildingContinue reading “Solar Packet Node Construction”
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Repeater for a day
Occasionally the volunteer events we work need repeater coverage that is a little wider than what they normally have for coverage every day. The MS Twin Cities Ride fundraiser was one of those events. The route passes through some lower areas in the Mississippi river valley and the route outlines the Twin cities of St.Continue reading “Repeater for a day”
A Large Communications Trailer
I have written before on the many advantages of smaller communications trailers. Not long ago a group I am adjacent to, Minnesota VOAD (Volunteers Active in Disasters) sought out a large trailer for their Field Operations Teams. The idea is these individuals go out to track and report back on a range of disaster recoveryContinue reading “A Large Communications Trailer”
Ham Radio Special Event Stations – Anoka is the Halloween capital of the world
Some people collect stamps, other people coins. There is something about collecting things that are unique that appeals to people. For ham radio operators, we collect contacts with other people. Originally this was done with postcards and exchanges via postal mail, and that continues. But there are also now digital mechanisms to exchange your contactContinue reading “Ham Radio Special Event Stations – Anoka is the Halloween capital of the world”
Three New D-Star ID-RP4010V Repeaters Purchased
Icom was having a closeout sale on the newest D-Star repeater modules. We bought three. We were actually saving up for one – they were $1600 retail. They have two key features for us- one they are controller less (takes up less rack space), and two they support FM. FEMA goes on and on about interoperability. The idea of theContinue reading “Three New D-Star ID-RP4010V Repeaters Purchased”
Ham Radio Tower Trailers 