Any ham radio folks out there?
Tue, 03/01/2022 - 11:44am
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2 years
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Hello all,
Just wondering if anyone out there is into ham radio? I was thinking about helping update, or just do it myself, the repeater files into type as well as band, for digital modes and analog. Will someone beside me use them?
Ham Radio Repeaters
You may want to check out this link.
http://www.poi-factory.com/node/2227
I'm a ham
I'm a ham myself but I can't see any reason to load repeaters to my GPS as there are other applications allowing me to load any repeaters along my route directly to my radios. Entering repeater frequencies with their offsets and tones is too distracting to attempt while driving. Most modern radios allow you to scan a list of frequencies so the radio will change frequencies as you travel as well as allowing a repeater frequency to be dialed up from the scan list.
The view of the display on the GPS doesn't have a large enough area to show a repeater that is providing coverage but is located off the displayed map.
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Any Ham Radio Folks Out There?
I am an amateur radio operator.
I would love to see the repeater information updated.
Jim
NØJS
Ham Radio Folks
N3UE...
Personally wouldn't use it because I don't use uhf/vhf too often...
But... If someone decides to do it, I would help with it.
Grabbed those already
That is what gave me the idea to maybe enhance/update. I was thinking specifically starting with digital modes and putting a proximity alert of 20 or 30 miles on my system at least. DMR is not as prevelant and it would be nice to know you were close, I have stuff in my codeplug for my travels, but there is a lot of scanning going on or taking hotspot with you in vehicle, probably more nice to have, good to know info.
Thanks for the input
I'd say
If it grabs ya, do it!
Who knows, another cactus net might get created!
73
Never argue with a pig. It makes you look foolish and it anoys the hell out of the pig!
CHIRP
Many VHF/UHF Ham radios can be programmed using a free (donation supported) computer program called Chirp. Chirp has built in access to several repeater databases, making it easy to load repeaters based on band, location, etc.
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https://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/Home
I would use them
I'm a ham operator, and work VHF/UHF almost exclusively, so would definitely appreciate updates to the repeater files. Go for it!
There are two ways I find them helpful - if there is an icon image to pair with the file, they show up on the map as I'm driving around, alerting me to the fact that a repeater is nearby. Also, when on the road away from my QTH area, pulling up the Custom POI file lets me see which repeaters are in the vicinity, sorted by my Garmin with the closest ones at the top. I would most likely already have them programmed in to my radio, but for analog would not necessarily know otherwise that a repeater is nearby. Scanning doesn't always help because the repeater would have to be actively in use. If I know its there, and call CQ, an operator who is monitoring will almost always come back.
Dave
KV7I
Garmin Nuvi 760, Drivesmart 55; Retired Nuvi 765T ><> Dave <>< "He is no fool, who gives up what he cannot keep, to gain what he cannot lose." - Jim Elliot
Another file - CA Ham Radio Repeaters
Here is another already existing repeater POI file to check out. I use it because I'm in CA, but it hasn't been updated since 2007.
http://www.poi-factory.com/node/1718
Garmin Nuvi 760, Drivesmart 55; Retired Nuvi 765T ><> Dave <>< "He is no fool, who gives up what he cannot keep, to gain what he cannot lose." - Jim Elliot
Are happy with that layout?
Here is another already existing repeater POI file to check out. I use it because I'm in CA, but it hasn't been updated since 2007.
http://www.poi-factory.com/node/1718
Is the existing layout good for your usage? Any changes in layout you would like to see? I was going to start with UHF/VHF Digital specifically DMR, break out by band and state. Then other digital modes, then update what was there from repeaterbook.
While we are doing it let's make it most useful for all of us.
Any Ham Radio Folks Out There?
Here is another already existing repeater POI file to check out. I use it because I'm in CA, but it hasn't been updated since 2007.
http://www.poi-factory.com/node/1718
Is the existing layout good for your usage? Any changes in layout you would like to see? I was going to start with UHF/VHF Digital specifically DMR, break out by band and state. Then other digital modes, then update what was there from repeaterbook.
While we are doing it let's make it most useful for all of us.
The Minnesota Repeater Council has their lists in four different formats.
https://www.mrc.gen.mn.us/
I've been using CB for for
I've been using CB for for around 40 years. Cheap and easy to use plus I'm a truck driver in the construction business and we use CB channels for work in and around the jobsite and various plants, quarries we go to.
I've listened to scanners, mostly for police and fire, for over 40 years as well.
More I recently got a license for GMRS radio. Mainly for wifey and I to chat in the Poconos where her parents lived, there is little to no cell service around the neighborhood.
From time to time I've thought about HAM radio, but math is not my strong suit, the reasons radio waves work confuses me, plus, the equipment is a lot more costly.
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You should go for it
I've been using CB for for around 40 years. Cheap and easy to use plus I'm a truck driver in the construction business and we use CB channels for work in and around the jobsite and various plants, quarries we go to.
I've listened to scanners, mostly for police and fire, for over 40 years as well.
More I recently got a license for GMRS radio. Mainly for wifey and I to chat in the Poconos where her parents lived, there is little to no cell service around the neighborhood.
From time to time I've thought about HAM radio, but math is not my strong suit, the reasons radio waves work confuses me, plus, the equipment is a lot more costly.
The tech test is not math heavy, if I can pass it anyone can. I just passed it in October. Studying for general now, waited way too long to do this, glad I finally made the jump.
Me Too
I've been using CB for for around 40 years. Cheap and easy to use plus I'm a truck driver in the construction business and we use CB channels for work in and around the jobsite and various plants, quarries we go to.
I've listened to scanners, mostly for police and fire, for over 40 years as well.
More I recently got a license for GMRS radio. Mainly for wifey and I to chat in the Poconos where her parents lived, there is little to no cell service around the neighborhood.
From time to time I've thought about HAM radio, but math is not my strong suit, the reasons radio waves work confuses me, plus, the equipment is a lot more costly.
The tech test is not math heavy, if I can pass it anyone can. I just passed it in October. Studying for general now, waited way too long to do this, glad I finally made the jump.
My resume mirrors Sobybiker's. I was in electronics in the Navy and could pass the full exam, except for the Morse. Just have a mental block I guess. I'm also too trifling to take the No Morse test, I guess.
Frank DriveSmart55 37.322760, -79.511267
Go For It
There's no math, it's more like arithmetic. And the lessons in the training books are excellent. You can take many sample exams for practice. No Morse code anymore.
No math needed to operate a radio. It's fun. I don't use mine as much as I should, although I bring it with me when I travel. You can almost always find a ham on the air if you need help.
When you are dead, you don’t know that you are dead. It is only difficult for the others. It is the same when you are stupid.
go for it
My resume mirrors Soberbyker's. I was in electronics in the Navy and could pass the full exam, except for the Morse. Just have a mental block I guess. I'm also too trifling to take the No Morse test, I guess.
Always wanted to get a ticket. Went to hamstudy.org for info, questions, and practice tests, all online for free. Also the ARRL study books for Technician and General. Bought a scientific calculator for $9-. This is one General test question.
Took the Technician test with Volunteer Examiners at my ham club, and passed. Then I requested the General test, and they asked, "Did you study for General?" - Yes! Passed that one too the same day! Now I am a new ham.
73