WG-TNT: Apollo 13, by KB9RRN
by VE2XPL on Apr.27, 2012, under Podcast
April 2012 marks the 42nd anniversary of Nasa’s most successfull failure, made famous by the 1995 Tom Hanks movie of the same name: APOLLO 13. Join host Dennis KB9RRN and his guests as they discusses one of the most important events of our time.
music by: Kevin McLeod
running time: 00:50:15
please enjoy.
waveguides_2012-04-19_kb9rrn_apollo-13.mp3
73 de Pete
VE2XPL
and SouthCARS
WG-TNT: Interview with AJ4IC, Real-Life CSI (Part 2)
by VE2XPL on Apr.27, 2012, under Podcast
Part 2 of a 2 part interview with Armand AJ4IC, who is a real-life Crime Scene Invertigator (Rt.), and University professor. From fingerprints to blood-spatter, listen in as Armand explains the ins & outs of his very exciting career.
running time: 00:34:57
Please enjoy.
waveguides_2012-03-29_aj4ic_CSI-2.mp3
73 de Pete
VE2XPL
and SouthCARS
WG-TNT: Interview with AJ4IC, Real-Life CSI (Part 1)
by VE2XPL on Apr.15, 2012, under Podcast
After a lengthy delay, we are back in full force!
This week we are very proud to bring you part 1 of a 2 part interview with Armand AJ4IC, who is a real-life Crime Scene Invertigator (Rt.). Listen in as Armand explains the ins & outs of his very exciting career (which is usually very different from the way it is portrayed on TV).
running time: 01:02:33
Please enjoy.
waveguides_2012-03-29_aj4ic_CSI-1.mp3
73 de Pete
VE2XPL
and SouthCARS
WG-TNT: SKYWARN, by KD0CDQ
by VE2XPL on Mar.16, 2012, under Podcast
Welcome back!
This week we have a very special treat. Guest speaker Michael KD0CDQ will discuss SKYWARN. Michael has extensive knowledge and experience is many areas of ham radio, emergency communications and community service (skywarn, ARES, SATURN, to name but a few), as well as being a heck of a great guy! This one is a must for all safety conscious hams and non-hams alike.
running time: 00:44:05
Please enjoy.
waveguides_2012-03-08_kd0cdq_skywarn.mp3
73 de Pete
VE2XPL
and SouthCARS
WG-TNT: Ham Radio Awards, by KC4TXG
by VE2XPL on Mar.05, 2012, under Podcast
Welcome to March/2012,
This week your host Sarah (KC4TXG) will share with you all there is to know about Ham Radio Awards. Whether you are new to the hobby or not, whether you are a seasoned contester or just jumping in, there’s something here for everyone.
running time: 00:50:46
Please enjoy.
waveguides_2012-03-01_kc4txg_awards.mp3
We are also pleased to announce our recent affiliation with the Black Sparrow Media Internet Broadcast Network- your source for ham radio, technology, and open-source podcasts. Please visit them at: http://blacksparrowmedia.net
73 de Pete
VE2XPL
and SouthCARS
Corss-Canada RV trip, Ham Radio & APRS!
by VE2XPL on Feb.28, 2012, under BLOG
Good day, eh!
So my family and I are heading out for a month long RV trip across Canada this summer (Montreal to Banff). I have been getting very excited about this as we are now only a few month away & there’s a million things to do before we take to the road.
I have been planning our itinerary, including driving time, stops, attractions, camp sites, gas consumption (whis is depressing when you actually calculate the $$$ of it!), etc, etc.
Of course, Ham Radio will be an integral part our trip. Not only is this a great tool in case of an emergency, but, it’s fun too! We will be active on VHF/UHF, HF, GFRS, and (new to me) APRS.
I will be bringing along my good old trusty Kenwood TS-440S 100W HF rig (the tank), which I have travelled with in the past & love to operate (I do not operate HF while driving).
I will also be experimenting with APRS. In light of this, I have decided that this was a good time to break down & treat myself to my 1st NEW rig: The Kenwood TM-D710A mobile transceiver. I have done much research in the past few weeks, and look forward to setting up all this cool gear in our RV.
I’ll keep you posted in the weeks to come, including technical specifications of my installation.
73 for now, de Pete
VE2XPL
WG-TNT: Ten-Ten International, by VE3MEW
by VE2XPL on Feb.24, 2012, under Podcast
…aaaaaaaaannndd, here we go again!!!
Our 2nd offering for this week is all about Ten-Ten International, by Bill VE3MEW
Ten-Ten International Net, or 10-10 for short, is an organization of amateur radio operators dedicated to maintaining high levels of amateur radio communications on the 10-meter amateur band (28.0-29.7 MHz). Established in 1962, 10-10 has grown continuously since that day, with some ups and downs according to the numbers of sunspots and the openness of the band. As you read this, the number of 10-10 numbers issued to members is over 76,000. 10-10 would welcome your membership in the organization if you have an amateur radio license with 10-meter privileges.
running time: 1:20
Please enjoy.
waveguides_2012-02-23_ve3mew_ten-ten-intl.mp3
73 de Pete
VE2XPL
and SouthCARS
WG-TNT: S.O.T.A., by KC4TXG
by VE2XPL on Feb.24, 2012, under Podcast
Howdy y’awll,
This week’s presentation: Summits On The Air (S.O.T.A.), by Sarah KC4TXG
Ever dreamed of being as mountaineer? How about an armchair mountaineer? Yes, whether young or old, new to the hobby or not, both are possible & within every hams reach! Listen in & find out how, it’s easier than you might think.
running time: 1:32
Please enjoy.
waveguides_2012-02-16_kc4txg_sota.mp3
73 de Pete
VE2XPL
and SouthCARS
a QSO-a-day keeps the Dr. away!
by VE2XPL on Feb.16, 2012, under BLOG
I’ve been getting up early for the past few days & taking advantage of great proapagation just before sunrise, & having GREAT QSOs on 40-meter sideband.
It’s a great way to start every day, & a good opportunity to meet fellow enthusiasts. I’ve had the pleasure of chatting with hams from Boston, MASS to the British Virgin Islands.
A QSO a day keeps the doctor away!
Oh yeah, & check out: http://qso365.co.uk/
73 until next time
de Pete
VE2XPL – Montréal, CANADA
Bye-Bye FT-101
by VE2XPL on Feb.12, 2012, under BLOG
Hello friends!
Well…it’s gone. my very 1st HF rig went to a local amateur who had wanted one since he was 1st licenced, but could not afford it at the time. He has since tuned the it up, tightened a few screws here and there, and given the rig new life.
I still have the faithful TS-440S, work horse of the shack which I use daily, usually getting onto 40 meters at dawn right before I leave for work. I always find plenty of friendly folk to chat with while I eat me cereal. A good way to start each day.
