WB0HSI - St. Charles Amateur Radio Club
Earthquakes Happen Here
Wednesday, 03 February 2010 14:37
Keith Little NØTY
Every once in a while, Laclede Gas company has to replace the gas meter outside (ours is scheduled for next week). That got me thinking about Earthquakes, how much I like our home, and that we really should have an automatic shutoff valve installed on our gas line. So I started researching the issue. I've lived through several mild earthquakes in my lifetime here in St. Louis. It's good to be prepared for such an event, and the bigger one that will probably occur in the near future... "If you live in Missouri or Illinois, you stand a good chance of experiencing a moderate to severe earthquake in your lifetime. The New Madrid Fault Zone, part of a seven-state network of fault systems, is considered the most active seismic zone east of the Rocky Mountains. It has a 25-40% probability of producing a magnitude 6.0 to 7.5 earthquake at any time during the next 50 years." That's from a publication on the Laclede web site can be found here. You can also visit the St. Louis University Earthquake Center web site. By the way, I called Laclede, and they don't provide automatic gas shutoff valves. They have to be purchased separately, and installed by a Plumber, HVAC contractor, etc. 73, Keith Little NØTY
Last Updated on Thursday, 04 February 2010 22:17
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Repeater Update from K0KL
Sunday, 10 January 2010 12:05
Ed (K0KL)
145.33 (KO0A) PL operating use 141.3Hz
We are looking to install a new antenna this spring to complete the upgrading of the system, it's operating very well with great coverage.
146.67 (WB0HSI) PL operating 141.3Hz The replacement antenna and transmission line is complete, the repeater was returned to operation January 6th. However there is an intermittent problem with the output amplifier. I would suggest minimizing operation on this repeater until the Artic wave passes and the amplifier can be replaced.
On the PL front. Some radios are capable of operation with different transmit and receive PLs. For example you transmit 88Hz and the repeater transmits 141.3. Be aware of this feature when setting up your radio.
In the case of SCARC repeaters, there is no need to transmit a PL tone as the repeaters are "open". However if the proximity detectors in convenience stores, gas stations, etc cause noise in your receiver, or you hear intermod from strong 2-ways systems, the PL your receiver. It won't interfere with operation of the repeater, but will silence the receiver in 95% of the cases, for a better radio experience.
Last Updated on Sunday, 10 January 2010 12:14
Grand Prize Drawing winners
Monday, 17 August 2009 11:09
Ken Humbertson, WB9REQ
The drawing for Grand, 2nd & 3rd Prizes was held at 12:30 p.m. on August 16, 2009 at the hamfest. Prize winners are: Grand Prize $300, Ticket#1132, Francine Davis of Saint Charles, Missouri. 2nd Prize $200, Ticket#2000, Joyce Wilhelm - N9STL of Bellville, Illinois. 3rd Prize $100, Ticket#1908, Bill Schmidt - WA0JCO of Saint Louis, Missouri. Congratulations Francine, Joyce and Bill! 73 de WB9REQ Ken
Last Updated on Monday, 17 August 2009 11:10
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Skywarn Recognition Day (SRD)
Thursday, 19 November 2009 20:48
Bob Gulledge, KC0YWT
Ron (KC0WWE) at the St. Charles National Weather Service has asked that we try to get the word out to amateur operators about Skywarn Recognition Day.  Ron says, "The amateur radio community is welcome to visit the NWS in St. Charles during the evening of December 4th and or all day on December 5th for the upcoming Skywarn Recognition Day (SRD). This year will be slightly different were we are inviting only amateur radio operators. This will include junior high and high school students who also have a tech or higher license. We will have plenty of food mainly on Saturday for all amateur radio operators. We hope to see as many from your club as possible either Friday evening or on Saturday Dec 5th. Please pass this information to your fellow members." It sounds like a great time and the tour is very interesting. The NWS is very kind to recognize the contribution of amateur operator's participation in the Skywarn system.
Last Updated on Thursday, 19 November 2009 21:09
One Heck of a day!!!
Sunday, 16 August 2009 22:40
Matt Anderson, N0MSA
I am still tired from getting up early this morning (Sunday)....but excited to try out some of the "goods" that I got at the successful 2009 SCARC Hamfest. I just wanted to let everyone know that I appreciate all of the hard work in all facets of the meetings, setup, work, donations, and tickets sales. I think all indications are that we had a pretty successful year, but we'll be working on the numbers for the next couple of days, then let everyone know. Also, as a reminder, if you had ticket packets or money to turn in, please let Ken Humbertson (WB9REQ) or Dave Collins (KC6YNC) know, as we are trying to get a final count for all of the tickets sales and still have outstanding tickets. Any and all support for the club helps, and I believe that our Hamfest fundraiser is an important piece of promoting/preserving the hobby for the future generations of hams to come!! We'll be posting more information on the webpage, Garble, and meetings in the weeks to come...but THANK YOU to everyone for a great Hamfest Day! That includes vendors, the Elks Lodge, Members, and anyone else that was there to experience the event! 73, Matt - NØMSA
Last Updated on Sunday, 16 August 2009 23:01
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