VIRTUAL Club Meeting – Small Solar Power Systems

Kerry K3RRY will explain how to design a small solar power system for ham radio. In addition to a short backgrounder, Kerry will present the design spreadsheet that he and others use to install temporary power during remote, desert events. You will be able to use the same spreadsheet to select system components, knowing that the

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Club Meeting – No Joke! Solving the Problem of Cables Through Walls

It's no joke! With antennas on the outside and radios on the inside, the homes of hams need ways to run cables through walls, ceilings, or floors—while also blocking drafts and bugs. John KJ6WKT will present members' solutions to this perennial problem during the April 1, 2022, SLVARC virtual club meeting. For Zoom info, check your

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Club Meeting – Peet Bros. Weather Station and APRS

Kerry K3RRY has purchased a Peet Bros. ULTIMETER 2100 weather station, which can connect directly to a Kenwood TM-D710GA dual-band radio for APRS connectivity. At the May 6, 2022, SLVARC club meeting, he will describe the entire system, from digging the foundation of the short self-supporting tower that holds the system's mast to the system's connectivity

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Club Meeting – Preparations for Field Day 2022

Field Day 2022 is approaching. Learn about our county's preparations and how you can participate during this national communications exercise. For Zoom info, check your email (if you are subscribed to slvarc@groups.io) or use the Contact Us link and ask for the info or to be subscribed.

Club Meeting – Field Day Wrap Up

For Zoom info, check your email (if you are subscribed to slvarc@groups.io) or use the Contact Us link and ask for the info or to be subscribed.