bhunted 887 Posted March 13, 2014 Whadja get? Maybe we can show you how and point you to a license... ....or take it off his hands for 20 bux.... Sent from my iPad 2 using T2 Pro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted March 13, 2014 ....or take it off his hands for 20 bux.... Sent from my iPad 2 using T2 Pro Nope. I'd smash it before I sold it. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Teky0101 6 Posted March 13, 2014 Shawn what store did you purchase the radio from? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Teky0101 6 Posted March 13, 2014 W2mc thank you very much for the advice Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted March 13, 2014 I went to the ham radio store in del. they wouldn't help me. So I went home and ordered one on amazon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted March 13, 2014 I went to the ham radio store in del. they wouldn't help me. So I went home and ordered one on amazon. Just go for your license. It's the most inexpensive part of the hobby. Sent from my iPad 2 using T2 Pro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W2MC 1,699 Posted March 13, 2014 I went to the ham radio store in del. they wouldn't help me. So I went home and ordered one on amazon. Not suprising, actually. Its not that ham radio types aren't friendly-they're are a very friendly and talkative bunch...but ham radio is NOT CB - Bootleggers, pirates, or slims, i.e., people without licenses, are not welcome on the bands, and if we know you don't have a license, we will work with you, teach you, tutor you, etc to help get you that license, but we will NOT talk to you on-the-air until you get that license. There's a few reasons: 1 - we did it, so can you (a bit of a badge of honor/rite of passage, whatever), 2- Ham Radio is "self-policing"- we really dont want to be bothered by the FCC, and they really dont want to bother with us, and 3 - now that we have a ham radio license, we have something to lose-we are NOT supposed to be talking with unlicensed individuals on-the-air! We can lose our own licenses over it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted March 13, 2014 I have no intension of talking on it. I bought a portable just for emergencies. If the test is online I may get it. But I didn't want to get vested in something that I ended up not liking. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted March 13, 2014 I bough a BaoFeng UV-82 Two-Way Radio Like I said, nothing crazy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted March 13, 2014 You cannot take it online although there are online practice tests. There are plenty of places that give the tests. Check your local ham clubs and stuff. Sent from my iPad 2 using T2 Pro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midwest 28 Posted March 13, 2014 The UV82 gets very high ratings over at eham Here is a site that gives how to and programming information for the UV82. http://www.miklor.com/UV82/ Baofeng UV-82 / 82XUV-82 VHF / UHFUV-82X VHF / 220MHz Miklor Site Search UV-5R / UV-82 Comparison Miklor Mailing List Baofeng UV82 UV82X UV82 UV82X Baofeng UV82 UV82X UV82 UV82XBaofeng UV82 UV82X UV82 UV82X Baofeng UV82 UV82X UV82 UV82XIntroduction New Owner User's Guide Please Read this First UV-82 / 82X User FAQs * Drivers and USB Cables w/ Graphics Errors and Error Messages Keypad Layout & Functions Users Manual Manual Keypad Programming* Programming via Keypad * Programming Flowchart Menu Definitions - Detailed PDF HTML (1-12-14) Menu Definitions - Quick Reference Programming - On The Fly What is CTCSS/DCS Scanning for CTCSS & DCS Tones Manual Programming Hints Software * Factory OEM Software * CHIRP Software, FAQ & LIVE CD Technical Section Cables, Antennas, Pin Outs Cable Loss / Attenuation Chart Cloning General Information Repeater Guide for US Hams How a Repeater Works video Support Sites FCC Part 90 Certification (12-30-13) FCC Type Acceptance/Certification Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Teky0101 6 Posted March 19, 2014 Thanks Sean for the info on the radio you ordered. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RUTGERS95 890 Posted March 31, 2014 gotta admit, I feel lost with all the options Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coldsolderjoint 84 Posted March 31, 2014 Oh geez.. I thought my ticket was yellowed and covered in dust. Now you guys are going to make me get back into the hobby? ugh.. I thought Dan was enough. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djg0770 481 Posted March 31, 2014 I bough a BaoFeng UV-82 Two-Way Radio Like I said, nothing crazy. Did you buy the programming cable with it Shawn? Programming with the cable using CHIRP is the fastest and easiest way to program that radio. http://www.miklor.com/COM/UV_CHIRP.php I too did the same thing, I bought the radio(s) with the idea that they would be SHTF devices. Then I decided I wanted to get my ticket anyway. The tests are all based on a standard question pool. I took the online tests regularly (for technician) ntil I had seen all the questions and knew 90% of the answers. When I sat down to take the test locally, it took me 5 minutes to take and pass the test. I'm quite sure the VE's (proctors) thought I cheated but they saw me read each question. I tried to take the general test that night as well but failed miserably as I had not studied that exam at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted April 5, 2014 Yeah I did get the cable Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted April 5, 2014 You really can't cheat unless you have a cheat sheet. Tests are all scrambled. The guy next to you might not even have the same questions. Tech is easy. Even easier if you have an electronic background. General requires a tad more but not bad. Sent from my iPhone using TT 2 Pro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan 177 Posted April 5, 2014 I'm a licensed amateur radio opterator here. My rig is a Yaesu FT-857 tied to a OCF dipole for HF, and a dual band comet GP-3 verticle for vhf/uhf. I don't use it much now, but when I do , I really enjoy operating digital modes on HF, usually PSK-31 on 20 meters. I use a Rigblaster and Ham Radio Deluxe for my PC setup. I think having a license and ham radio is a good part of a prepardness plan. It is really the only stand-alone two way long distance communication option that you can go with that doesn't rely on external infrastructure (assuming you have a way of generating your own power). I just wish more of my friends would get into it as part of my plan. Unfortunately if you don't have some kind of interest in learning about the hobby, its difficult to convince someone to jump in. To get a license, all anyone needs to do is to read this manual http://www.arrl.org/general-class-license-manual and take the test. The manual is easy to understand, and isn't over the top techno-babble wise. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Caine 147 Posted April 5, 2014 Quick "SHTF" programming: http://radiofreeq.wordpress.com/2013/11/05/program-your-vhf-uhf-transceivers-for-disaster-preparedness-with-frs-gmrs-pmr-murs-business-weather-marine-ham-channel-frequencies/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wooly bugger 1 Posted June 30, 2014 I just passed my Technician test yesterday. I have a Yaesu FT-60R on order and am looking forward to playing with it. I'll take my General exam next month, and if I like it, I'll explore HF. Any recommendations on nets reachable from northern NJ repeaters? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted June 30, 2014 Ya need to get yourself the pocket repeater book. It covers the whole USA... worth every bit. Plus join the ARRL and you are good to go... http://www.arrl.org/ Manual: http://www.arrl.org/shop/The-ARRL-Repeater-Directory-Pocket-sized-Edition/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djg0770 481 Posted June 30, 2014 http://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/index.php?state_id=34#sthash.ZFJZzxJ1.dpbs W2NJR covers most of the state Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted June 30, 2014 They also have apps for smart phones.. Works pretty well.. http://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/index.php?state_id=34#sthash.ZFJZzxJ1.dpbs W2NJR covers most of the state Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wastegate 9 Posted June 30, 2014 Anybody participate in Field Day? I worked on 12A W2MMD PSK31 team for bands 15,20, and 40m. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W2MC 1,699 Posted June 30, 2014 South Jersey Radio Association - K2AA - 6A from SNJ - Marlton NJ We even made the papers! http://www.burlingtoncountytimes.com/news/local/ham-radio-clubs-have-a-field-day-making-connections/article_e161d89d-aca6-5656-af94-cd65962c083d.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wooly bugger 1 Posted June 30, 2014 After chatting with W2MC and a friend of a friend i'm going to get the Yaesu FT-897D Any recommendations on a mobile antenna for that rig that will allow both UHF/VHF and HF? I'm still a bit confused about antennas. Do you plan to wire it through the car or just use a magnetic mount when necessary? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
plode 0 Posted July 2, 2014 Any recommendations on a mobile antenna for that rig that will allow both UHF/VHF and HF? I'm still a bit confused about antennas. Do you plan to wire it through the car or just use a magnetic mount when necessary? You'll need separate antennas for VHF and HF. You can get a combo VHF/UHF antenna. I use a mag mount VHF/UHF antenna on my car. I should have just drilled the car for a NMO mount antenna when I first decided to outfit it with a radio...but since the mag mount has already scratched the car all up, I'm just going to leave it. I'm going to use one of the little tarheel antennas for HF on my truck. It's a fairly "big"(not tall, it's thick), so it would be too unsightly for me to put it on my car. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wooly bugger 1 Posted July 4, 2014 My Yaesu FT-60R arrived today. My call sign still hasn't appeared in the FCC database, so can't transmit. I've tried listening in on all the local repeaters with no traffic. There's supposed to be a Bergen Amateur Radio Association Net at 8:30 tonight at 444.100, but nothing there either. Can anyone recommend any active nets/ragchews accessible from NNJ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
plode 0 Posted July 4, 2014 Are you close enough to the repeater to hear it with the HT? I'm in SNJ, so don't know about any VHF nets up that way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djg0770 481 Posted July 4, 2014 Wooly, it can take upwards of two weeks to be listed on the FCC website. At least that was my experience in February. VHF and UHF seem to have traffic during commuting hours with an occasional net here and there at night. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites