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Info-Hams Digest            Fri, 22 Jul 94       Volume 94 : Issue  827

Today's Topics:
                       * SpaceNews 25-Jul-94 *
                         Elmers, please read
                Elmers, please read (Re: CW) (2 msgs)
                         FCC license good/bad
                         Heard on 2M simplex
               Info Wanted on 2M allmodes (290, 700..)
                    IPS Daily Report - 21 July 94
                         License in 7 Weeks!
                 No code tech./CB/not shedding a tear
                          U.S. op in Canada?
  US License Examination Opportunities Scheduled 7/21/94 to 10/31/94
                       Want-Int'l IC735 manual

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Date: 22 Jul 94 19:29:10 GMT
From: [e-mail]
Subject: * SpaceNews 25-Jul-94 *
To: [e-mail]

SB NEWS @ AMSAT $SPC0725
* SpaceNews 25-Jul-94 *


BID: $SPC0725


                               =========
                               SpaceNews
                               =========


                          MONDAY JULY 25, 1994


SpaceNews originates at KD2BD in Wall Township, New Jersey, USA.  It is
published every week and is made available for unlimited distribution.


* LUSAT NEWS *
==============
The LUSAT-OSCAR-19 satellite continues to operate without its file server
running.  The satellite continues to transmit the following beacon:

        LUSAT-1>AMARG <UI>:
        May 21.
        OBC crashed on May 17 at +/- 2:45 utc, lat 45s, lon 43 w.
        Only digipeater is available.

Although the file server is not available, the satellite does function as
a digipeater, and other ground stations can be connected point to point,
via LUSAT-1.  The satellite has uplinks on 145.840, 145.860, 145.880, and
145.900 MHz using 1200 bps AX.25 Manchester encoded FSK.  The BPSK downlink
is on a frequency of 437.135 MHz.

Binary telemetry transmissions made by LUSAT-1 indicate that the spacecraft
is in good health and transmitting with an output power of a little more
than one watt.

Frank, KB2MVN in East Chatham, New York is making available his packet
mailbox via LUSAT-1.  Stations on the east coast of North America can
connect to the mailbox when under a common footprint with Frank using a
regular terminal program by issuing the command:

        c kb2mvn v lusat-1

Monitor LUSAT's beacon to determine if the mailbox is active and accessible
from your ground station location.  Frank asks that you leave him a message
if you are able to access the mailbox.

[Info via LU2BDT and KB2MVN]


* STS-65 SAREX INFO *
=====================
Greg LaBorde, KD6MSM, at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena,
California pointed out that some of the callsigns that appeared in the
STS-65 SAREX packet frames in last week's issue of SpaceNews were actually
those of DX Packet Clusters and their users.  This is apparently the result
of frequency sharing between the K6EXO DX Cluster in Los Angeles, California
and the SAREX package on the Space Shuttle Columbia.

Joe, WA2GSY, in New Jersey provided the following packet frame received
from the Space Shuttle Columbia on 21-Jul-94 at 10:26:16 UTC:

W5RRR-1>QST <UI>:
With the conclusion of this most successful mission, we wish everyone
on earth the very best and thank you for your support,
KC5HBV, KC5FVF and the rest of the STS-65 Crew.


* KD2BD PACSAT MODEM *
======================
The August 1994 issue of QEX magazine will carry an article describing the
"KD2BD Pacsat Modem", a high-performance 1200 bps BPSK modem designed for
communication with "Pacsat" satellites.  QEX is an experimenter's journal
published by the American Radio Relay League.

The KD2BD Pacsat Modem is the result of several years of development and
testing.   It was designed around commonly available components for easy
duplication and provides outstanding performance.

Among the modem's strengths is its ability to successfully decode BPSK
signals well into the noise level using correlation decoding techniques.
The modem can be used for communication with PACSAT, WEBERSAT, LUSAT,
FO-20, and ITAMSAT as well as many future digital store-and-forward amateur
communication satellites.  It can also be used for weak signal terrestrial
packet radio communications.

In operation, the modem demodulates binary phase shift keying signals
received from the downlink of a digital amateur communications satellite
via a 70-cm SSB receiver and antenna system.  A digital AFC circuit in the
modem automatically adjusts the receiver tuning in response to Doppler
shift.  The modem also generates a Manchester encoded serial data stream
that when fed into the microphone connector of a 2-meter FM transmitter,
produces 1200 bps Manchester encoded FSK suitable for establishing a full
duplex digital communications link with Pacsat satellites.

Schematics, photographs, and a discussion of the modem design and its
operation are included in the article.  As evidence of its performance,
a copy of this issue of SpaceNews has been uploaded to the AMSAT-OSCAR-16
microsat using the KD2BD Pacsat Modem, and will remain available for the
next several days.


* AMSAT-OSCAR-21 NEWS *
=======================
At 16:17:43 EDT (20:17:43 UTC), Sunday afternoon, July 20, 1969, astronaut
Neil A. Armstrong spoke the words:

 "Houston, Tranquility Base here.  The Eagle has landed."

At 20:56 EDT, later the same day,  Armstrong stepped down from the ladder
of the Lunar Module onto the Moon's surface and said:

 "That's one small step for (a) man, one giant leap for mankind."

Edwin Aldrin followed him about 15 Minutes later, while Michael Collins
orbited the Moon with the APOLLO-11 Command and Service Module at an
altitude of 100 kilometers.

To commemorate the anniversary of this historic event, a special Multi-Media
Broadcast has been uploaded into the RUDAK system on the AMSAT-OSCAR-21
satellite that includes the historic words and the APOLLO-11 logo in APT
FAX format.

AMSAT-OSCAR-21's RUDAK downlink is a frequency of 145.987 MHz and can be
received anywhere in the world using a narrowband FM receiver when the
satellite is above the local horizon.

[Info via Peter, DB2OS, on behalf of AMSAT-DL and AMSAT-Russia]


* JUPITER OBSERVATIONS *
========================
Amateur astronomer Syl Pauley, K1ZFN, in Warwick, Rhode Island observed the
remanants of two comet "hits" into the planet Jupiter using his 13.1-inch
reflecting telescope (Dobsonian) and a 4 mm eyepiece.  The holes created
in the Jovian atmosphere were readily observable by him and interested
neighbors.  Observations were made at approximately 9:30 PM EDT on
19-Jul-94.

Syl would like to hear of any other reports from observations made by
others using small telescopes.  Syl can be reached via his packet radio
address: K1ZFN @ KC1CE.

[Info via Syl, K1ZFN]


* SSTV ON OSCAR 13 *
====================
Slow scan television (SSTV) enthusiats are invited to join the SSTV
sessions being carried on the AMSAT-OSCAR-13 satellite on a downlink
frequency of 145.955 MHz.

The SSTV net meets at 45 minutes before the Mode S transponder is activated,
and on Mode B following Mode S sessions on Saturdays and Sundays.  Comments
on these nets should be directed to [e-mail] who is coordinating
the SSTV nets on AO-13.

[Info via Dave Guimont]


* THANKS! *
===========
Thanks to all those who sent messages of appreciation to SpaceNews,
especially:

  FB1RCI   VA3ART   G4RLZ   WB6SHI   ZS6BMN   K8RBV   N8HOL  TG9IKE  N0VMR


* FEEDBACK/INPUT WELCOMED *
===========================
Mail to SpaceNews should be directed to the editor (John, KD2BD) via any
of the following paths:

FAX       : [phone]
PACKET    : KD2BD @ N2KZH.NJ.USA.NA
INTERNET  : [e-mail] -or- [e-mail]
SATELLITE : AMSAT-OSCAR-16

MAIL      : John A. Magliacane, KD2BD
            Department of Engineering and Technology
            Advanced Technology Center
            Brookdale Community College
            Lincroft, New Jersey  07738
            U.S.A.


       <<=- SpaceNews: The first amateur newsletter read in space! -=>>

/EX

--
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD   * /\/\ * Voice   : 1-908-224-2948
Advanced Technology Center  |/\/\/\| Packet  : KD2BD @ N2KZH.NJ.USA.NA
Brookdale Community College |\/\/\/| Internet: [e-mail]
Lincroft, NJ  07738         * \/\/ * Morse   : -.-  -..  ..---  -...  -..

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Date: Fri, 22 Jul 1994 09:14:37 GMT
From: ihnp4.ucsd.edu!dog.ee.lbl.gov!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!gatech!ncar!csn!col.hp.com!news.dtc.hp.com!hpscit.sc.hp.com!lf.hp.com!apollo.hp.com!hpwin055.uksr!hpqmoea!dstock@network.
Subject: Elmers, please read
To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] wrote:

  <stuff removed>

: Not so oh wise one.  Many folks coming into amateur radio today are not trying
: to emulate anyone.  They have minds of their own and the whole world is a
: Burger King.  They want it THEIR way.  They don't need Elmers anymore...Elmers
: are all old farts.   What do they know?  They're all pro-code, keep it that
: way forever conservatives.

    I'm glad many people have minds of their own, and are exploring a
new (to them) interest. This is so much better than the activities of
the mindless hordes. People who want everything THEIR way, in any branch
of life, usually have a disappointment coming as there will be no
solution that satisfies everyone simultaneously. I like to get things my
way when I can, but have learned that compromise and agreement is more
common. Let's all be reasonable humans, and make some allowance for the
existance of others with different interests, then we can fairly expect
them to make allowance for us.

     I'm on Paul's elmer list, and spend a fair amount of time doing
things requested by others. I suppose this qualifies me for some label
or another.  What do I know? - quite a lot about radio technology, but
not everything.  They don't need elmers anymore?  -  doesn't look that
way to me, there is a steady stream of people wanting advice when things
seem to be going wrong, or when they want a try doing something new to
them and need a bit of confidence boosting.

    My age is non-zero, therefore I am old. I find beans, radishes,
Brussels sprouts and cabbage contribute strongly to the formation of
methane during digestion. I do like radishes.

    I like Morse code, too.  It's probably my favourite mode, although
most of my operating seems to be the local VHF net. I see no future
reason to treat Morse specially. The removal of commercial/government CW
stations from our shared bands is well underway. Ready made
Morse-capable radio operators are no longer a key national resource in
time of war. If the amateur Morse requirement gets dropped by the ITU at
some future WARC, no one outside amateur radio will give a damn.  I
think Morse ought to be able to survive on a purely voluntary basis,
just like all the other modes. Put my vote down for encouragement, not
compulsion.

    Bad sending comes from the inexperienced and the complacent. If we
want to get results from strange and distant places, clear speech and
Morse is very important. It also contributes to other people's opinions
of you and your station. I'm all in favour of people brushing up their
sending and talking. I think learning a second language is another aid.

: Any so called "old farts" you are hearing, nowadays, are those who managed to
: squeak by on the code exam and pass the Extra written after 72 tries of taking
: every exam the VE teams (team hopping) have available.  And this is all during
: one two week period! [Not my experience...I'm a VE and a young Old Fart]


    The real reason for posting is to remind you that other countries
exist, withdifferent examination styles.  The written exam here is a
pair of 90 minute papers. The Morse exam includes sending with a
straight key and receiving hand sent Morse. 12 wpm is slower than 20wpm,
but 100% copy is required - uncorrected errors on receive are counted
letter by letter, I think the pass level is <5 letters in error in 3
minutes. Any uncorrected sending error results in failure, as does more
than a few corrected letters.  It seems that the difficulty level is
similar to the 20wpm US test, with the "20 questions" style.    Despite
tested sending, you still find G stations with bad fists and runaway
keyers.


    Someone's already pointed out that QLF has been used (unofficially)
for generations.

    Funnily enough, I know someone who can only send with his left foot.
He had to pass the Morse test that way. He uses phone only, so I don't
know whether he has a good "fist"  but his licence says he once had.


    Cheers
            David GM4ZNX

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Date: Fri, 22 Jul 94 00:53:42 GMT
From: spcuna!starcomm.overleaf.com!n2ayj![e-mail]
Subject: Elmers, please read (Re: CW)
To: [e-mail]

In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes:

>maybe the ham community could just recommend against straight keys

AAARRRRGGGGHHHH!!! NO, NO, NO! If anything, we should be ENCOURAGING good
fists on straight keys. What happens when the battery dies in the keyer?
Or the computer goes on space-patrol? CW is a MANUAL skill, IMO, that
needs to be developed. The lack of "hand-ear" coordination is a major reason
newer hams can't send good code.

--
Stan Olochwoszcz, N2AYJ - [e-mail]
"Please keep your seat belt securely fastened, keep hands and feet inside the
car at all times, secure loose items, exit to your right, and enjoy your day at
SixFlagsDisneyKing's GreatMagicDominionIsland BerryFarmGardensParkWorldLand."

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Date: Fri, 22 Jul 1994 06:50:32 GMT
From: news.Hawaii.Edu!kahuna![e-mail]
Subject: Elmers, please read (Re: CW)
To: [e-mail]

In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Stan Olochwoszcz N2AYJ) writes:
>In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes:
>
>>maybe the ham community could just recommend against straight keys
>
>AAARRRRGGGGHHHH!!! NO, NO, NO! If anything, we should be ENCOURAGING good
>fists on straight keys. What happens when the battery dies in the keyer?
>Or the computer goes on space-patrol? CW is a MANUAL skill, IMO, that
>needs to be developed. The lack of "hand-ear" coordination is a major reason
>newer hams can't send good code.

Continuing my providing a `professional' viewpoint, the Coast Guard
forbid its CW ops from using anything *but* a straight key until
they passed a high-speed test of 25 wpm.


Jeff NH6IL

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Date: 21 Jul 94 21:37:30 -0500
From: agate!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!newsrelay.iastate.edu!cobra.uni.edu![e-mail]
Subject: FCC license good/bad
To: [e-mail]

        Hello everyone, my only problem with the FCC (besides the wait) was how
the license arrived.
        It came in an envelope bent in thirds.  It would of been nicer if it
was crisp and neat, but hey what the heck, I got it and now I can talk!


                N0ZYA  "when you chop that 40m dipole to a 20m dipole, you
really DO get GOOD signal reports on 20m =)

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Date: Fri, 22 Jul 1994 06:19:43 GMT
From: panix!ddsw1!indep1![e-mail]
Subject: Heard on 2M simplex
To: [e-mail]

Heard today on 2M simplex FM in the OSCAR subband:

"The radio will operate single sideband, code wave and FM."

--
                Optimists say, "The glass is half full."
   Cliff Sharp            Pessimists say, "It's half empty."
     WA9PDM            We realists say, "Before I decide,
  [e-mail]     tell me what's in the glass."

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Date: 21 Jul 94 20:15:07 EST
From: csusys.ctstateu.edu![e-mail]
Subject: Info Wanted on 2M allmodes (290, 700..)
To: [e-mail]

I'm looking for some user info on 2M allmode rigs:

Yaesu FT290
Tempo VHF 1+
Kenwood 700S

The last 2 are older rigs, late 70's I think. What I am looking for
is info on transportability, field use, mobile use, any problems,
hurrahs, etc.
Thx. 73 de N1QVE
Harry
[e-mail]

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Date: Thu, 21 Jul 1994 23:36:15 GMT
From: ihnp4.ucsd.edu!library.ucla.edu!europa.eng.gtefsd.com!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!isclient.merit.edu!msuinfo!harbinger.cc.monash.edu.au!news.cs.su.oz.au!metro!ipso![e-mail]
Subject: IPS Daily Report - 21 July 94
To: [e-mail]

Flares: none.

Observed 10.7 cm flux/Equivalent Sunspot Number : 077/016

GOES satellite data for 20 Jul
       Daily Proton Fluence >1 MeV:   1.2E+06
       Daily Proton Fluence >10 MeV:  1.6E+04
       Daily Electron Fluence >2 MeV: 1.0E+09
       X-ray background: A2.5
Fluence (flux accumulation over 24hrs)/ cm2-ster-day.

1B. SOLAR FORECAST
             22 Jul             23 Jul             24 Jul
Activity     Very low           Very low           Very low
Fadeouts     None expected      None expected      None expected

Forecast 10.7 cm flux/Equivalent Sunspot Number for 22 Jul: 075/013

-----------------------------------------------------------
2A. MAGNETIC SUMMARY
Geomagnetic field at Learmonth: quiet to unsettled

Estimated Indices : A   K           Observed A Index 20 Jul
    Learmonth       11  2333 3222
    Fredericksburg  10                          05
    Planetary       11                          07

Observed Kp for 20 Jul: 2132 2212
2B. MAGNETIC FORECAST
DATE      Ap    CONDITIONS
22 Jul    10    Quiet to unsettled
23 Jul    12    Quiet to unsettled
24 Jul    18    Unsettled to active, possible isolated minor storm
                periods at higher latitudes.
COMMENT: IPS Geomagnetic Warning 1 was issued on 20 July and is
current for the interval  24-29 July.
-----------------------------------------------------------
3A. GLOBAL HF PROPAGATION SUMMARY
                LATITUDE BAND
DATE        LOW            MIDDLE         HIGH
21 Jul      normal         normal         normal
PCA Event : None.

3B. GLOBAL HF PROPAGATION FORECAST
                LATITUDE BAND
DATE        LOW            MIDDLE         HIGH
22 Jul      normal         normal         normal
23 Jul      normal         normal         fair
24 Jul      normal         fair           poor

-----------------------------------------------------------
4A. AUSTRALIAN REGION IONOSPHERIC SUMMARY
       Observed
DATE   T-index  MUFs at Sydney
21 Jul    28    near predicted monthly values with spread F
                observed 17-18 UT. Sporadic E was observed
                05-07 UT.

Predicted Monthly T-index for July: 30

4B. AUSTRALIAN REGION IONOSPHERIC FORECAST
DATE   T-index  MUFs
22 Jul    30    Near predicted monthly values
23 Jul    30    Near predicted monthly values
24 Jul    30    Near predicted monthly values

COMMENT: Possible spread F during night hours.
--
IPS Regional Warning Centre, Sydney       |IPS Radio and Space Services
RWC Duty Forecaster   tel: [phone]  |PO Box 5606
Recorded Message      tel: [phone]  |West Chatswood NSW 2057
email: [e-mail]  fax: [phone]  |AUSTRALIA

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Date: Fri, 22 Jul 1994 03:20:26 +0000
From: pipex!demon!g4udt.demon.co.uk![e-mail]
Subject: License in 7 Weeks!
To: [e-mail]

In article <[e-mail]>
           [e-mail] "SCOTT A VANNOSTRAND" writes:

> Took Test: June 4,1994
> License Received: July 27, 1994
>
What's going on at the FCC?  Generally the wait is 17 weeks...

Yves Remedios

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Date: 22 Jul 1994 00:38:17 GMT
From: ihnp4.ucsd.edu!usc!howland.reston.ans.net!math.ohio-state.edu!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu![e-mail]
Subject: No code tech./CB/not shedding a tear
To: [e-mail]

In article <[e-mail]>,
Frederick G. Slama <[e-mail]> wrote:

>    Because of the technical skill and interest, I suspect that most
>    of the troublemakers of CB will be content with turning a dial
>    to a simple channel. I am not convinced that HAM radio will ever
>    become as chaotic and "unappealing" as CB.
>-Fred (N1RVG)

Somebody may have mentioned this before - as long as you can buy a decent
CB rig for 40 bucks at the local discount/catalog store, there's not much
incentive to shell out $300+ for ham gear, only to incite the wrath of
every repeater op in town. If ham gear ever gets as cheap to manufacture
as VCR's, we're in big trouble.

-Steve N8KWV
--
Steve Bertsch
University Systems
[e-mail]

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Date: Thu, 21 Jul 1994 18:44:15 CDT
From: agate!howland.reston.ans.net!math.ohio-state.edu!news.acns.nwu.edu!uicvm.uic.edu![e-mail]
Subject: U.S. op in Canada?
To: [e-mail]

Is there full reciprocity of operation between U.S. and Canada?  I will be in
Canada for a few days and do not recall any restrictions other than band limits
but many years have passed since my last drive-thru with rig.  Any customs
hassles?  Proof of License? (ham plate O.K?)  Tnx. K9ZAT.

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Date: Thu, 21 Jul 1994 10:53:00 MDT
From: ihnp4.ucsd.edu!dog.ee.lbl.gov!agate!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!europa.eng.gtefsd.com!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!nntp.cs.ubc.ca!alberta!ve6mgs![e-mail]
Subject: US License Examination Opportunities Scheduled 7/21/94 to 10/31/94
To: [e-mail]

AMATEUR RADIO EXAMINATION OPPORTUNITIES

*****************************************************************

Special Note: Amateur Radio licenses usually arrive between 8 and
    10 weeks after the test session.  The FCC recently has been taking
    upwards of 14 weeks to process licenses (although as recently
    as this week, some licenses have come through in six to eight weeks.
    The FCC considers their processing time to be 90 days--from the date
    they receive the application.  The FCC usually receives the application
    one to two weeks after the test session (once the VE Team and the
    coordinating VEC have completed their processing).


Note: Codeless Technician to Technician w/HF upgraders (who pass a
    Morse code test) will effective 6/8/94 receive a new license from
    the FCC that reads "TECH PLUS."  Such upgrades before that date
    would not receive a new license but would need to retain the
    existing Technician license plus the CSCE conveying the Morse
    code test credit as the only documentation issued for use of
    the additional HF privileges.

*****************************************************************

The following test session information is provided by the
ARRL/VEC for the upcoming eight to twelve week period.  For
further information, please contact the test session CONTACT
PERSON at the telephone number provided.  If necessary, you
may contact the ARRL/VEC at 203-666-1541 x282 for additional
information.  Electronic mail may be forwarded to the ARRL/VEC
via USENET at "[e-mail]" or via MCI Mail to
MCI ID: 653-2312 or 215-5052.

Although the test session information presented here does
not indicate whether walk-ins are accepted or not, most test
sessions do allow walk-ins.  We encourage you, however, to
always contact the CONTACT PERSON at the telephone number
provided so that the VE Team is aware that you be attending
the test session.



STILL NEED TO PREPARE FOR YOUR EXAM?

If you would like information on how to become licensed; or
how to locate Amateur Radio clubs, instructors, licensing
classes and/or Novice examiners in your area; please contact
the ARRL Educational Activities Department (EAD) at 203-666-
1541 x219.  The EAD can also provide information on
recommended study materials.  Electronic mail may be forwarded
to the ARRL EAD via USENET at "[e-mail]" or via MCI Mail to
MCI ID: 215-5052.


EXAM LISTINGS - DEFINITION OF FIELDS

STATE
Test Date,VEC,City,,Contact Phone,Contact Person

The SECOND field in the following listing specifies the VEC
which is coordinating this examination.  This single-character
designator denotes the VEC as defined below.  An "A" (for example)
indicates that this examination is coordinated by the ARRL/VEC.

For further information on any examinations listed, or if you do not
find any examinations listed for your area, you may contact
any of the coordinating VECs below.


A = ARRL/VEC, 225 Main St, Newington, CT 06111; (d) 203-666-1541

    The 1994 test fee is $5.75.



X = Anchorage ARC, 2628 Turnagain Parkway, Anchorage, AK 99517;

    (d) 907-786-8121, (n) 907-243-2221 (or) 907-276-5121

    (or) 907-274-5546



C = Central Alabama VEC, 1215 Dale Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801;

    205-536-3904



N = Charlotte VEC, 227 Bennett Ln, Charlotte, NC 28213;

    704-596-2168



D = Great Lakes ARC VEC Inc., 3040 Harrison St, Glenview, IL 60025;

    708-486-8019



E = Golden Empire ARS, PO Box 508, Chico, CA 95927; No phone.



G = Greater Los Angeles ARG, 9737 Noble Ave, Sepulveda, CA 91343;

    818-892-2068, 805-822-1473.



J = Jefferson ARC, PO Box 24368, New Orleans, LA 70184-4368;
    504-737-2315.  Test fee for 1994 is $5.00.


K = Koolau ARC, 45-529 Nakuluai St, Kaneohe, HI 96744;

    808-235-4132



L = Laurel ARC Inc., PO Box 3039, Laurel, MD 20709-0039;

    (d) 301-572-5124, 301-317-7819, (n) 301-588-3924



M = The Milwaukee RAC Inc., 1737 N 116th St, Wauwatosa, WI 53226;

    414-774-6999. Test fee for 1994 is $5.00.



H = Mountain ARC, PO Box 10, Burlington, WV 26710; 304-289-3576,

    301-724-0674


P = PHD ARA Inc., PO Box 11, Liberty, MO 64068; 816-781-7313


R = Sandarc-VEC, PO Box 2446, La Mesa, CA 91943-2446; 619-465-3926




S = Sunnyvale VEC ARC, PO Box 60307, Sunnyvale, CA 94088-0307;

    408-255-9000



T = Triad Emergency ARC, 3504 Stonehurst Pl, High Point, NC 27265;

    919-841-7576



W = Western Carolinas ARS VEC, 5833 Clinton Hwy - Suite 203,

    Knoxville, TN 37912-2500; 615-688-7771.

    The 1994 test fee is $5.75.



5 = W5YI-VEC, PO Box 565101, Dallas, TX 75356-5101; 817-461-6443

    The 1994 test fee is $5.75.



EXAMINATION OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES:

10/29/94,A,American Somoa,,684-699-2420,Michael Homsany
10/29/94,A,England,,081-902-5995,Yves a g Remedios
10/29/94,A,St Maarten,,617-566-8613,M L Bardfield

GUAM
09/11/94,A,Adelup,,627-646-7611,Harry Y Taguchi

PUERTO RICO
07/30/94,A,San Juan,,809-789-4998,Victor Madero
08/27/94,A,San Juan,,809-789-4998,Victor Madero
09/24/94,A,San Juan,,809-789-4998,Victor Madero
10/29/94,A,San Juan,,809-789-4998,Victor Madero

US VIRGIN ISLANDS
08/13/94,A,ST Thomas,,809-774-4740,Ronald A Hall Sr
10/08/94,A,St Croix,,809-778-3156,Frank Jaeger

*eof

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Date: 21 Jul 1994 20:02:13 -0400
From: ihnp4.ucsd.edu!usc!howland.reston.ans.net!gatech!udel!news.udel.edu!brahms.udel.edu![e-mail]
Subject: Want-Int'l IC735 manual
To: [e-mail]

Want to look at the International  user's manual to the ICOM 735.
Tnx Bob

--
Bob Penneys, WN3K     Frankford Radio Club      N.E.R.D.S.
Internet:  [e-mail]       Work: Ham Radio Outlet, Delaware
U.S. Mail:  12 East Mill Station Drive    Newark, DE 19711    U.S.A.

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Date: Fri, 22 Jul 1994 06:40:34 GMT
From: news.Hawaii.Edu!kahuna![e-mail]
To: [e-mail]

References <30kdlg$[e-mail]>, <[e-mail]>, <[e-mail]>│ⁿ
Subject : Re: Elmers, please read (Re: CW)

In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (David R Tucker) writes:
>__
>AR is for calling people you're not in contact with, and for "end of
>message" type things.  Why, I don't know, since it's supposed to mean
>"over," which is supposed to mean "my transmission is finished, and
>you're supposed to reply," which is exactly what you want to say
>there.  But "K(N)" is preferred.  (P.S. "HW?" will often do for "HOW
>COPY?" *if* the other op is experienced enough.)

Keeping in mind *all* CW prosigns originated on the commercial/maritime
freqs, here's an example of how AR would be used (on the maritime freqs)

Suppose a ship calls me and requests a WX forecast. AR would be used
to seperate the WX transcript from whatever comments I might have about it:

... STATIONARY LOW PRESSURE CENTER 12.3N 148.5W BT AR WILL HV NEW WX
IN ABT 1 HOUR OM K

So AR can be used to seperate official stuff from unofficial stuff.

I can't see AR being used in ragchewing.

Jeff NH6IL

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