Category Archives: Amateur Radio

Jump Kits

Posted on 18 September 2009 by James Reuben Knowles

This is the the text from a training item on “Jump Kits” that I did for an amateur radio net on 9 September 2009. Continue reading →

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ULCER 2009

Posted on 8 August 2009 by James Reuben Knowles

ULCER (Utah Lake Century Epic Ride) is an annual cycling event typically attended by 1,300-1,600 cyclists. Instead of riding in the event this year, I accepted the opportunity to help as a communications volunteer. Continue reading →

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Power for Emergency Communications, Part II

Posted on 22 June 2009 by James Reuben Knowles

In both field work and emergency communication, the situation drives the equipment requirements. This article talks about batteries, specifically for hand-held radios. Continue reading →

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Power for Emergency Communication, Part I

Posted on 16 June 2009 by James Reuben Knowles

In both field work and emergency communication, the situation drives the equipment requirements. Continue reading →

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Vanity Call Signs

Posted on 16 June 2009 by James Reuben Knowles

Some notes on obtaining a vanity callsign. Continue reading →

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What is Amateur Radio?

Posted on 26 April 2009 by James Reuben Knowles

What is Amateur Radio? I give some of my impressions. Continue reading →

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How to Get a Ham Radio License

Posted on 17 April 2009 by James Reuben Knowles

I got my license! In fact, I have all three amateur radio licenses. I didn’t know where to start, so in case anybody else wants to know… here’s my experience. Continue reading →

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