Guide to the ARRL Sweepstake Contest – here is the link: arrl sweepstakes contest.
Thanks to PVRC for this 8 page pdf info document.
The next members meeting will be Sat Nov 11 at 10AM.
Venue: T’s Restaurant, 91 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
Note: The meeting is NOT at Mike Visich’s QTH as previously announced.
NEW FEATURES on the CTRI.Club web site
1. All members can now edit their own posts.
2. A password protected Member Directory has been added to the menu at the top.
When the directory page is open:
Enter a name or call in the Search box at the top.
You can sort the directory by call, first name, last name, or email address by clicking on the small black triangles in the column heading.
If your phone number is blank its because you did not enter it in your profile.
If you do not want your data in this directory, send me an email message or add a comment to this post.
3. A link to the CRTI facebook page has been added in the column on the right. Page down to see it.
The Solar Eclipse QSO Party on August 21 runs from 1400 until 2200 UTC. Stations will exchange a signal report and six-character grid locator on 160 through 6 meters (excepting 60, 30, 17, and 12 meters). Participants may work the same station again after 10 minutes have passed. Preferred modes are CW, RTTY, and PSK31, because automated receiving networks will record the contacts, but phone and digital contacts are okay too.
see more: http://www.arrl.org/news/amateur-radio-participation-is-key-to-university-solar-eclipse-experiment
The N1MM+ log type: ECLIPSE
Members Meeting on Sat Aug 12 at 10 AM
at North Kingstown Public Library
The meeting on July 8th was attended by W1XX, K1DM, NG1G, K3IU, KB1RFJ, KE1J, KS1J, K1PAD, K1HSY, N1EYE, KC1FUU.
After a brief discussion of remote operation and it related ethics, remote operating aficionado KE1J Lars said that he would work on providing a demo. A few pesky details need to be worked out especially with the remote site providers. But Lars thinks this can be done. He will keep us all posted.
K1SD wasn’t available for a formal contesting report but John W1XX provided some final info on our Field Day 2017 efforts. First, one of the goals of Field Day is to expose the public to the capabilities of ham radio. This goal was more than achieved as visitors from our gracious hosts (the Skyscrapers) once again dropped by to see how the FD effort was proceeding. Also we had neighborhood visitors stop in and one young lady engaged in an extensive conversation with Molly KC1FTO. Hopefully her interest will be sustained and she catches the ham radio bug! According to John, we did well on two other fronts. Another goal of FD is to have fun and get members of the club to gather and renew their CTRI interests. Well last year we had a good turnout with 13 visitors but this year we had 26 club members either operating, listening in or just stopping by to rag chew. These were: W1AN, K1DM, W1XX, KB1RFJ, NG1G, KW2G, W1WBB, K3IU, KC1FTO, KC1FUU, WB2VVV, KE1J, KA1CQR (NOW NA1CN – Congrats on the new call Chuck), K1KI, W1YRC, KS1J, NR1H, W1HI, K1HSY, K1SD, K1SX, K1ECU, WF1B, K1FUG, K1JSM. On the second front, we broke last years record despite the crumby rain on Saturday morning. We landed 2062 points compared to last year’s 1954. Bonus points – Public Location (100); Public Info (Banner) – 100; SCM Message (100); K3IU copied Bulleting (100); Alt Power (Solar) – (100); Education- (100); Web – (50); Youth Participation – (40); Social Media (Lars) – (100) and Safety Officer (Bill W1WBB) – 100.
KE1J asked for FD photos so that he might post them on the clubs Facebook page.
K3IU – Ken moved to send $100 to Skyscrapers. This motion passed unanimously. We all greatly appreciate the hospitality the Skyscrapers have extended to us these past two years.
KB1RFJ Mike reported that the balance of the club treasury was $8,855.81. FD expenses were $129.06. KS1J extended thanks to Mike on behalf of the entire club for his commissary work and overall FD participation. Great Job Mike!
It was announced that Jule Knappik KB1YTT was the first recipient of the ARRL Memorial Scholarship sponsored by CTRI in memory of Chris. A thank you note was received.
K1JSM John is updating the website as time permits. When it is ready, he will let all know.
We had a good extemporaneous EME discussion. EME is possible with good yagi and 200 watts. Jon offered to bring his gear to a location to demo and would be willing to go to member’s homes as well. . This would be another great club project.
Kind of along the same subject, KS1J asked about JT65 and CTRI members who might be using for other than EME purposes. Pat NG1G said that he would exhume an old presentation that he had on meteor scatter propagation in which JT65 was used. Mike K1DM said a demo could also be setup using two laptops .
Mike K1DM reminded everyone that the upcoming Solar Eclipse will be the basis for a ham radio QSO party designed to generate data on the eclipse’s impact on propagation and the ionosphere. This will be on August 21. More details will be in the August QST.
The next meeting (August 12) will be at John W1XX QTH. Actually it is an antenna party disguised as a club meeting. We will be asked to resurrect John’s 160 antenna!
Finally the subject of the upcoming Boxboro Hamvention was raised. KS1J asked if the club would be interested in setting up a Flea Market table. It has been a while since this was done and I am sure there could be enough in our junk piles to populate a table. Further the table always served as a meeting point for members. However, it is a pain since it has to be manned all time. We will decide at the next meeting.
Next meeting is August 12
Downscope and 73
Jim KS1J
FD Summary Sheet
Start Date : 2017-06-24
CallSign Used : KE1S
Operator(s) : KE1S
Operator Category : MULTI-OP
Assisted Category : ASSISTED
Band : 6M
Power : LOW
Mode : MIXED
Default Exchange : 2A RI
Gridsquare : FN41TT
Name : John Spigel
Address :
City/State/Zip :
Country : UNITED STATES
ARRL Section : RI
Club/Team : CTRI Contest Group
Software : N1MM Logger+ 1.0.6421.0
Band Mode QSOs Pts Pt/Q
3.5 CW 304 608 2.0
3.5 LSB 280 280 1.0
7 CW 238 476 2.0
7 LSB 272 272 1.0
14 CW 133 266 2.0
14 USB 160 161 1.0
21 CW 140 280 2.0
21 USB 26 26 1.0
50 CW 1 2 2.0
50 USB 7 7 1.0
Total Both 1561 2378 1.5
Score : 4,756
Rig :
Antennas :
Soapbox :
I have observed all competition rules as well as all regulations
established for amateur radio in my country. My report is
correct and true to the best of my knowledge. I agree to be
bound by the decisions of the Contest Committee.
Date : 2017-06-25 Signature :
By John Lindholm, W1XX
Field Day Site: 47 Peeptoad Rd., North Scituate, RI, Seagrave Observatory
Field Day Dates: Sat – Sun, June 24 – 25
Well folks, Field Day is almost upon us – this coming Sat-Sun, June 24 – 25. It will be a fun event to which any and all are invited to join us.
Last Thursday. K1DM, K1SD, and W1XX largely cleared out the overgrown field of brush where the 40/20 wire beam is installed with a rope boom between huge trees. Getting this antenna airborne will be project #1 Field Day morning and requires multi-hands to tie down the inverted-V elements. W1XX, KW2G and K1SD will shoot lines over trees this upcoming Friday (10 AM) prior to FD.
We need all hands on deck on Saturday morning at 9 AM. Advisory: Bring long pants, work boots, bug spray with DEET.
CTRI’s KE1S will be in the 2 transmitter class plus 6 meters and GOTA station – all at 100 watts from a generator. Additional antennas are an 80 meter dipole, 6 meter Moxon, Triband beam, and GOTA antennas for 20 and 40. All stations are set up indoors in the Seagrave assembly hall.
Our esteemed Commissary Captain KB1RFJ needs a final headcount on meals. If you have not already been counted at the recent club meeting or responded to the website menu – wa1rr [dot] org – please e-mail Mike directly at: visich4zoo@nullgmail.com
Indicate your presence at the following meals: Sat lunch, Sat dinner, Sun lunch.
A word about operating goals. We are a contest club. We aim to be competitive. At the same time we will have ample assistance to anyone needing help to gain familiarity with the radio or logging program. Field Day should be a learning experience.
Bring a 5-spot for the best guess total QSO raffle.
Have fun!
Here are links to web sites containing info on setup & use of N1MM in Field Day ops:
http://viennawireless.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/N1MM-Setup-and-Operations-for-Field-Day.pdf
Here are links to web sites containing info on setup & use of N1MM in Field Day ops:
http://viennawireless.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/N1MM-Setup-and-Operations-for-Field-Day.pdf
Since nobody else seems to be doing anything just thought I’d put this up.
Check the Events Calendar on the right sidebar for time and place. I will pick up a few gut bombs from Ma’s Donuts on my way.
Be ready to learn all about out Field Day efforts.
73, Ken K3IU
Field Day Site: 47 Peeptoad Rd., North Scituate, RI, the Seagrave Observatory
Field Day Dates: June 24 -25
CTRI Pre-FD meeting: Sat. June 10… 10 AM, N. Kingstown Free Library, Wickford
Since Update #1, Field Day plans have progressed nicely. This Saturday’s CTRI meeting is very important to nail down any last minute details. Your attendance and commitment is urgently encouraged. Since our last update and still upcoming:
Field Day Site: 47 Peeptoad Rd., North Scituate, RI, the Seagrave Memorial Observatory
Field Day Dates: June 24 -25
We are renewing our unique partnership with “Skyscrapers” for our third Field Day from the Seagrave Observatory – thus a comfortable indoor operating venue. What has made the first two operations FUN from all accounts has been the fantastic operating site, the camaraderie of everyone pitching in to help, no heavy duty tower installations, and not to forget – great culinary delights.
Volunteer captain assignments oversee various aspects of the operation, namely:
Radios/computers: W1AN
Commissary: KB1RFJ + KE1J
GOTA Coach: KS1J
Safety Officer: W1WBB
Social Media: KE1J
Log Submission: K1DM
One of the highlights of our Field Day is the installation of the “killer” 40/20 wire beam that requires a host (plethora, bevy, or a lot) of hands to attach the many nylon strings dropping to ground level. Everyone participates with the overall installation as well as operating.
This is an open invitation to any and all to join us for Field Day – members, prospective members, interested folks. This means YOU. Further details in upcoming updates. What do you need to do now? Mark your calendar to keep Field Day weekend free – June 24 – 25. Let us know of your interest either at the next CTRI meeting (June 10 at 10 am at the North Kingstown Free Library, Wickford), or e-mail me at W1XX [at] cox [dot] net.
TNX & 73! – John, W1XX, Field Day Chairman
General
· Esc : stop, exit, abort, back out of whatever you are doing
Logging
· Spacebar or Tab : move between exchange elements
· Enter : log a completed valid QSO
· Ctrl+Alt+Enter : log an incomplete/invalid QSO with a note in the log
· Ctrl+N : add a note to the log
· Ctrl+O : to enter the operator’s name or call sign (or type OPON in call sign field)
[optional, use to keep track of who was operating when]
· Alt+W : wipe whatever is entered so far (Alt+W again to undo the wipe)
Changing logged contacts
· Ctrl+D : delete last QSO from log
· Ctrl+Q : Quick Edit last QSO
o while in Quick Edit (blue background), use Ctrl+Q to go to earlier QSO in log, or
Ctrl+A to go to later one
o Enter to accept changes, Esc to abort and return to logging
Changing current frequency & mode
· To change modes, type CW or SSB or RTTY or PSK into Entry window, hit Enter – or,
if your radio is interfaced for radio control, just change modes on the radio
· To change frequency, type the frequency in kHz into the Entry window, hit Enter – or, if
your radio is interfaced for radio control, change frequency on the radio
CW/SSB/Digital (needs CW keying interface/voice keyer/Digital interface respectively)
· Alt+U : switch between Run & S&P mode and messages
· F1 : send CQ message and switch to Run mode
· F4 : send your own call sign (S&P)
· ; key or Ins : send his call sign + exchange message (F5 + F2)
· ‘ key : send TU and log QSO (F3 + Enter)
· = key : re-send last function-key message
· Alt+K : edit current function-key message buttons
· Ctrl+K : ad lib keyboard CW/digital text (use Enter or Esc or Ctrl+K to end)
· PgUp/PgDn : CW speed up/down
We had a most excellent meeting here on April 15th. In attendance were: K1SD, K1FUG,W1AN, W1XX, K1DM, KE1J, KS1J and new member K1PAM (ROB). Present in spirit were KB1RFJ and Pat NG1G. K1PAM was introduced around and immediately granted membership by unanimous vote.
