JohnnyOshow22
KK0TEQ
Hey guys and gals,
I wanted to start a new HAM thread to condense the knowledge in the club to a more organized thread that will help others get interested in ham and the ones that already are interested find the resources they need to go out and get their HAM license. I also wanted to start a callsign list so that we can start learning eachothers call signs for trail rides and I want people to share their knowledge and radio set ups so other members can see.
On the topic of trail rides... CB is the MANDATORY form of communication on all 406 Cruiser trail rides. HAM is NOT the primary form of communications just so everyone is clear. CB does not require a license of any sort to operate and because of this it is our primary form of communication while HAM on the other hand is regulated by the FCC and requires a license to operate.
SO you might ask "Why HAM if it isn't the required form?". The biggest thing is the distance you can cover with ham. It will transmit significantly further than CB and the clarity of the audio is much better. Personally I have been able to reach over 40 miles with my $120 set up that I have in my 80 series. CB you'll be lucky to reach 5 miles on flat ground.
Information - If anyone else has links with good info post up and I'll add them below
Intro to HAM power point
Intro to HAM Radio (1).pptx
Flash Cards - Practice Test - Question Pool
HamExam.org: Free Amateur Radio Practice Tests with Flash Cards
Local Ham Club Info
Gallatin Ham Radio Club
Local Testing Info
Test Sessions | Gallatin Ham Radio Club
Coax Cable - Attenuation & Power Handling Calculator
Select product, frequency 146.460 (its what most people run on trails), input cable run length
Welcome to Times Microwave | Coaxial Cable - Attenuation & Power Handling Calculator
Other Ham thread
Trail communications...HAM interest?
Antenna Tech
Antennas could be the most important part to any set up. For our use in a vehicle your antenna should be placed as high as possible (above the roof) and centered if possible. The reason for this is that the vehicle is like a big reflecting dish and if on the roof you have the most reflective power outwards. If you have it mounted on your front bumper you will have great signal strength in front of you and very week behind you. Placing the antenna on the rear does the same thing except vise versa. Another thing to think about if you have a handheld with the stock antenna on it is when you transmit from inside of the vehicle you are surrounded by a metal box and most of your output signal is reflected inwards and the people around you will recieve a very poor quality transmission if they are further than a mile or two. This is why I run an antenna on the roof that is capable of hooking up to my handheld.
If you have questions, want to add or want to discuss something post up! Im sure we could all learn some new things
I wanted to start a new HAM thread to condense the knowledge in the club to a more organized thread that will help others get interested in ham and the ones that already are interested find the resources they need to go out and get their HAM license. I also wanted to start a callsign list so that we can start learning eachothers call signs for trail rides and I want people to share their knowledge and radio set ups so other members can see.
On the topic of trail rides... CB is the MANDATORY form of communication on all 406 Cruiser trail rides. HAM is NOT the primary form of communications just so everyone is clear. CB does not require a license of any sort to operate and because of this it is our primary form of communication while HAM on the other hand is regulated by the FCC and requires a license to operate.
SO you might ask "Why HAM if it isn't the required form?". The biggest thing is the distance you can cover with ham. It will transmit significantly further than CB and the clarity of the audio is much better. Personally I have been able to reach over 40 miles with my $120 set up that I have in my 80 series. CB you'll be lucky to reach 5 miles on flat ground.
Information - If anyone else has links with good info post up and I'll add them below
Intro to HAM power point
Intro to HAM Radio (1).pptx
Flash Cards - Practice Test - Question Pool
HamExam.org: Free Amateur Radio Practice Tests with Flash Cards
Local Ham Club Info
Gallatin Ham Radio Club
Local Testing Info
Test Sessions | Gallatin Ham Radio Club
Coax Cable - Attenuation & Power Handling Calculator
Select product, frequency 146.460 (its what most people run on trails), input cable run length
Welcome to Times Microwave | Coaxial Cable - Attenuation & Power Handling Calculator
Other Ham thread
Trail communications...HAM interest?
Antenna Tech
Antennas could be the most important part to any set up. For our use in a vehicle your antenna should be placed as high as possible (above the roof) and centered if possible. The reason for this is that the vehicle is like a big reflecting dish and if on the roof you have the most reflective power outwards. If you have it mounted on your front bumper you will have great signal strength in front of you and very week behind you. Placing the antenna on the rear does the same thing except vise versa. Another thing to think about if you have a handheld with the stock antenna on it is when you transmit from inside of the vehicle you are surrounded by a metal box and most of your output signal is reflected inwards and the people around you will recieve a very poor quality transmission if they are further than a mile or two. This is why I run an antenna on the roof that is capable of hooking up to my handheld.
If you have questions, want to add or want to discuss something post up! Im sure we could all learn some new things
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