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VOLUME XXXII #12
DECEMBER 2013 Q5
DOWNEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
SERVING DOWNEY AND THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES SINCE 1951
Event Date Lead
Christmas Parade Dec 8th Kent Savage
DARC 2013 Public Service Events
December Meeting, “Goodies Night” Our December meeting is now the “legendary” annual gathering of the goodies, plus socializing. It may be a legend only in our minds, but Hams do love to eat. So plan to bring refreshments to share, whether home made or store bought. We will have a short business meeting and then break for refreshments. During our Christmas get together we will have a drawing for a brand new Baofeng UV-5RA HT. These radios cover 136 - 178mhz and 400 – 480 Mhz along with the FM Broadcast band. Power is adjustable from 1 to 4 watts and they come with a charger and headphone/microphone attachment. Chances to take home this early Christmas present will be available for a donation of 1 dollar per chance. Here’s to a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
F RANK M YLLO , KC6 YPV
DARC H AM OF THE Y EAR
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THE DOWNEY
AMATEUR RADIO CLUB, INC.
P.O. Box 207
Downey, CA 90241
Permission to copy material from the Q5 is granted provided that credit is given to the “DARC Q5”.
Q5, as in: a signal that is perfectly readable, hence the name of our newsletter. We hope you agree.
Club Officers President
Dave Glenn, N6TEB Phone: (562) 928-8560 [email protected]
First Vice President Ron Eveland, W6QM Phone: (562) 860-3623 [email protected]
VP Service Rick Norwood, KD6KHJ Phone: (562) 865-5750 [email protected] VP Membership OPEN VP Ways and Means Steve Hartranft, KI6SUF Phone: (562) 923-0070 [email protected] VP Programs OPEN Secretary
Bill Heather, KB6WKT Phone: (562) 863-6607
[email protected] Treasurer Frank Myllo, KC6YPV Phone: (562) 860-4045 [email protected] Director (One Year) Kent Savage, K6WCI Phone: (562) 716-6070 [email protected] Director (Two Years) Buck Kerns, AE6DT Phone: (562) 634-8441 [email protected] Trustee, W6TOI
Bill Heather, KB6WKT Phone: (562) 863-6607
Looking for an Elmer?
Here are a few resources that can get you going: Bill Heather, KB6WKT, 562 863-6607 [email protected], Helping Hams, Contesting Ivan Mikulich, KB6ATT, 562 862-4592 [email protected], Helping Hams, Field Trips Glenn Allen, KE6HPZ, 562 928-2080 [email protected], Microwave Harold ‘Buck’ Kerns, AE6DT, 562 634-8441 [email protected], Public Service John Schroeder, N6QQ, 562 404-1112 [email protected], Contesting, DXing, DXCC and WAS Card Checker, QSL cards for CQ WAZ and WPX awards.
When and where we meet:
We normally meet the first Thursday of each month at 1930 hrs in room 120 of
the First Baptist Church in Downey. The church is between 2nd and 3rd
streets, near City Hall, address is 8348 E. 3rd St. Use 2nd St, east from
Downey Ave (1 block north of Firestone Bl), adjacent to City Hall. Entrance via
double glass doors on the north side of 2nd St.
Swap Meet Information:
CHHS Electronics Swap Meet
Chino Hills High School
16150 Pomona Rincon Rd
Chino Hills, CA
Held the third Saturday of each month, 06:30 to 11:30 AM
W6TRW Swap Meet
Northrop Grumman Parking Lot
Corner of Marine and Aviation
Manhattan Beach, CA
Held the last Saturday of each month, 07:00 to 11:30 AM
Affiliations:
Affiliated ARRL Club
ARRL Special Service Club
Los Angeles Area Council of Amateur Radio Clubs
Orange County Council of Amateur Radio Organizations
Club Frequencies:
Simplex: 145.595 MHz*
440 Repeater #1: 445.640 (-) PL 156.7 Hz*
440 Repeater #2: 445.640 (-) PL 88.5 Hz
* See Calendar for Net Schedule
Q5 Staff
Editor
John Powell, KF6EOJ [email protected] Phone: (562) 862-4608 Alt Phone: (562) 985-8610 Assistant Editor
Rick Norwood, KD6KHJ Phone: (562) 865-5750 [email protected]
Associate Editors
John Schroeder, N6QQ Jon Olesen,KD6HXP Steve Hartranft, KI6SUF Electronic Publishing
Rick Norwood,KD6KHJ Phone: (562) 865-5750 [email protected]
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Board Minutes November 12, 2013 President Dave Glenn, N6TEB, brought the meeting to order 19:00 hours in the Emergency Operations Center at the Downey Fire Station #1. Besides Dave, other board members present were: First Vice President, Ron Eveland, W6QM; VP Service, Rick Norwood, KD6KHJ; VP-Ways Means, Steve Hartranft, KI6SUF; Director 2 years Buck Kerns, AE6DT; Director 1 years Kent Savage, K6WCI; Treasurer Frank Myllo, KC6YPV; Secretary Bill Heather, KB6WKT. Absent: VP Programs, Open; VP Membership Open. Luncheon: Dave reported that Tom, K6TV, was unable to make it to Luncheon but will accept the Golden Mike award, at December's General meeting. Bill commented that the speaker was good but the topic would have been better for the general meeting, and a topic for a wider audience would be better. Buck commented that there should be a lady's drawing. Ron commented that quite a few showed up late. Several commented that the food was good. JOTA: Rick reported that 5 club members participated in the event. They were Buck, AE6DT, Rick, KD6KHJ, Frank, KC6YPV; John, N6QQ; and Bill, KB6WKT. Rick commented that the Boy Scouts had only 20 to 25 kids and after talking with the leader of the Scout's was not exactly clear as to why the low turnout for the Scouts. Tour de Sewer: Rick reported that the event went well and that only 2 positions had problems getting back to net control. Next year the maps will have physical addresses for the locations. Dave commented that perhaps there should be a Tech person that could go out into the field and provide assistance to those that were having some radio problems during the event. Christmas Parade: Kent reported that he went to a planning meeting for the parade today. There will be a lot of bands planned this year and the lineup will be moved due to the horses being relocated. December 8 is parade day. Rick reported that the ARC walk and Baker to Vegas are on the same weekend March 22nd. He will have to see if Club can support the ARC walk. After a short discussion by various Board members, Ron agreed to see if can head up the event by next Board Meeting. Rose Float Escort: Buck commented that he is not sure if our assistance is needed for the event. He will check by the next Board meeting to see if our help is still needed. Board Confirmation of Service Committee Chairman: Emergency Services Buck, AE6DT; Club Nets Ray Olesen; VE Coordinators; Steve & Ginney Grudzinski, Silent Key; Ron Eveland, W6QM Web Page Updates: Dave commented that the page is seriously out of date. Rick commented that the Club's page is actually his personally. After a short discussion by various board members the topic was tabled until next board meeting. January Guest Speaker: Dave, asked that since there is no VP of Programs are there any suggestions for Jan-uary Guest speaker. December's General meeting will not have a guest speaker because of the annual holiday meeting.
Newsletter: Dave asked if the Board had a chance to see John's email regarding the Q5. Everyone said that they had seen the email. Dave commented that he has already written the President's message for Decem-ber's issue of the Q5. Rick inquired how come the minutes have not been the Q5 for the last 2 months. Bill replied that he has been working almost every day since September. However, the September minutes for the General Meeting and the Board Meeting were sent via email and only the Board minutes were published.
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Rick commented that only the Board minutes were received by John. Bill will resend the General meeting minutes for September again and in the future will be more proactive at making sure the minutes were re-ceived once sent. Meeting adjourned on 20:04 Respectively Submitted Bill Heather KB6WKT Secretary
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General Meeting Minutes September 5, 2013 President Rick Norwood, KD6KHJ, brought the meeting to order at 19:30 with 27 in attendance. We com-menced with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Ron Eveland W6QM. Following the Pledge of Allegiance intro-ductions were done for those that were in attendance. Rick, KD6KHJ requested for a motion to be made to accept August's treasurer’s report as printed in the Sep-tember edition of the Q5. A motion was made and seconded and passed unanimously. Rick, KD6KHJ, requested for a motion to be made to accept the August minutes as printed in the September edition of the Q5. A motion was made and seconded and passed unanimously. Dave, N6TEB provided a presentation on proper way to solider. Dave provided samples of components from big to small to solder. Dave demonstrating soldering surface mount items to a printed circuit board using sol-der paste and a hot plate. Following the presentation the group took a short break and Dave continued to demonstrate soldering tech-niques. Rick reported that the Tour De Sewer bike ride will be on October 26. This year there are 4 routes planned. Because of the additional route extra volunteers are needed for this event contact Kent, K6WCI to volunteer. John, N6QQ, announced to the group about Jamboree On The Air event for the Boy Scouts. This year's event is to be held on October 19 -20. The group will be at Seabase in Long Beach which is at Studebaker Rd. and 22nd St. There will be Morse code training, T-Hunt and HF stations for the Scouts. Dave, N6TEB, reported that the Club also has another event on October 19 which is Amazing Day Walk. Vol-unteers are needed if you are interested contact Dave. John, N6QQ, commented to the group about his recent cruise on the Oasis of the Seas. He was able to oper-ate Maritime Mobile while on the ship. Ron,W6QM, announced that he is the head of this year's election committee. As of this date there has been no correspondence with him about those that are willing to be elected to the Board. He asked the group if any-one was willing to serve on the Board. Frank, N6ATU told the group that he took a cruise on a British ship in 1975 from Acapulco to Los Angeles and the ship had no Amateur Radio aboard.
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Larry, K6LXT, announced to the group that he donated a complete antique radio station to the Antique Radio Society. Connor, KJ6TIF, requested assistance from the group for an old radio that is not working. Meeting Adjourned 20:33 hours. Respectfully Submitted Bill Heather KB6WKT Secretary
CQ WW SSB Contest October 26-27, 2013 Call: N6QQ Operators: N6QQ, KD6HYN Station: N6QQ Class: M/S HP QTH: CA Operating time (hrs): 29.5 Summary: Band QSOs Zones Countries 160: 80: 42 15 20 40: 184 30 92 20: 199 35 111 15: 232 37 121 10: 427 34 123 Total: 1084 151 467 Total Score = 1,830,046 Club: Southern California Contest Club Comments: At last, great conditions on 10 meters. Finally broke my record of 2011. 427 Q’s and 123 countries on 10 meters alone. Worked a total of 144 countries in 38 zones. Missed zones 22 and 39. Three Band DXCC was something new for me. Missed DXCC on 40 meters by 8 countries. One highlight, working 7O2A (Yemen). ARRL has already approved this operation. Operation was at N6MXU QTH. Rig: IC-7800, Alpha 87A, Monster SteppIR and an 80 meter dipole.
Linda, KD6HYN, was a second operator. It was fun watching her operate under my Call. No question that a female voice does help in making QSO’s. Does look like we are having a second top in this sunspot cycle. Overall, my 2013 DXCC total is 258. My projection, should hit 265 countries by the end of the year. Now on to CQ WW CW Contest. The 27 day rotation of the Sun should hit about the right time for great conditions. John, N6QQ
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President’s Message As we wrap up 2013 I thought I would start up the monthly President’s Message again. It has been several years since I last served as club president and I am honored once again to do so. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Rick Norwood, KD6KHJ for serving as our fearless leader these past five years. The thing that keeps me interested in Ham Radio is the never ending aspects of our hob-by. From DX to Amateur TV and Digital Signals to public service there is literally no end to the different adventures we can experience as we enjoy our avocation. When first licensed in 1970 it was all about making those first CW contacts from my own station. Fortunately with my Elmer across the street and a Ham Radio club at school I
was able to make my first few Novice contacts. Unfortunately my license was only good for 2 years and be-tween learning code and all my other interests at the time I let my license lapse for about 10 years. Then in the early eighties I came back with a vengeance and went from novice to Advanced within a few months’ time. Armed with a solid state radio and a Butternut Vertical I worked the world from home. It was a blast. Around the same time computers were just becoming affordable and I quickly learned how they could be used for packet, bulletin boards and interfacing to our radios for digital use. I remember some of the nay sayers back then predicted the death of Ham Radio now that we had computers. Then, surely the final blow, the Inter-net would replace everything we loved about radio. In the words of Mark Twain, the news of Ham Radio’s death had been greatly exaggerated. I don’t think a ham shack exists now without a computer. If not for logging or monitoring the DX clusters it is used for numerous things. Such as finding hard to find schematics, or a resource for parts. We even have radi-os that are completely computer controlled with upgradeable software. Without computers we would still be trying to find documentation (remember Sam’s Photofacts?) by catalogs or going the library. Now I enjoy the challenge of bouncing microwaves up and down the state and into the neighboring states and countries. I am looking forward to trying moon bounce one of these days and I really need to come up to speed on the JT65 and other new digital methods. So much to try, so little time. Never stop challenging yourself, never stop learning, never stop having fun. 73, Dave Glenn N6TEB
General Meeting Minutes October 3, 2013 President Rick Norwood, KD6KHJ, brought the meeting to order at 19:30 with 30 in attendance. We com-menced with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Ron Eveland W6QM. Following the Pledge of Allegiance intro-ductions were done for those that were in attendance. Dave, N6TEB introduced this month's guest speaker Dick Norton, N6AA, The ARRL Southwest Division Direc-tor. Dick spoke to the group about several different topics, from antenna issues with local municipalities, to the ARRL Centennial Convention in 2014. After Dick's talk he had a short question and answer secession with the group. Following the presentation the group took a short break. Rick, KD6KHJ requested for a motion to be made to accept September's treasurer’s report as printed in the September edition of the Q5. A motion was made and seconded and passed unanimously. Annual Luncheon: Rick reminded the group of the Annual Luncheon to be held on November 10th in lieu of the
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KD6KHJ PHOTOGRAPHY
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General meeting. The luncheon will be once again at the Rio Hondo Country Club and the event will start at 11:00 am. The Board had also voted to subsidize 50% of the cost for those are attending. This year's cost to those that are planning to attend will be $12.50 per person. RSVP is requested by November 1. Events: Amazing Day Walk: This year the event has been canceled. Jamboree On The Air: This year's event is to be held on October 19 -20. The group will be at Seabase in Long Beach which is at Studebaker Rd. and 22nd St. The Long Beach Amateur Radio Club will also be joining us for the event. Tour De Sewer: The bike ride will be on October 26. There are 5 more people needed this year over last year because of the 4th route that has been added to the event. The will be approximately 800 bike riders for the event. Contact Kent, K6WCI to volunteer. VE Testing: The next VE Testing secession will be on October 17 at 8:30 am at the EOC center at Fire Station #1. Elections: Ron W6QM as head of the nominating committee asked for any nominations from the floor for any officer positions. No nominations came from the floor. Ron then read the names of those running for office. They are as follows: President: Dave, N6TEB, First Vice President: Ron, W6QM, VP-Service: Rick, KD6KHJ, VP- Ways & Means: Steve, KI6SUF, Secretary: Bill, KB6WKT; Treasurer: Frank, KC6YPV; Director 2 Years: Kent, K6WCI. The office of VP- Membership and VP of Programs are open. Director Buck, AE6DT will remain on the Board for his 2nd year as Director. John, N6QQ, moved that nominations be closed and that the slate of officers as read be elected. Jon, KD6HXP, Seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Meeting Adjourned 21:01 hours. Respectfully Submitted Bill Heather KB6WKT Secretary
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2. http://www.amazon.com/Sinometer-MS2101-Frequency-Temperature-Measurement/dp/B004X7WR16/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384064851&sr=8-1&keywords=Mastech+2101+Clamp+Multimeter
3. http://dx.com/p/7005-diy-pcb-copper-core-jumper-cable-wire-single-conductor-coil-blue-250m-183904
4. http://dx.com/p/5-inch-electrical-cutter-6996
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6. http://dx.com/p/5-mini-needle-nose-pliers-115014
7. http://dx.com/p/150mm-stainless-steel-digital-caliper-in-mm-lcd-844049305
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Treasurer’s Report—Income
Treasurer’s Report— Expense
2012-2013 (OVER)/
Oct 13 YTD ANNUAL UNDER
ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET
EXPENDITURES
Repeater $32.11 $2,541.12 $2,800.00 $258.88
Club Merchandise $162.20 $150.00 ($12.20)
Correspondence
Printing $0.00 $200.00 $200.00
Supplies $100.13 $100.00 ($0.13)
Postage $0.00 $300.00 $300.00
Committees
Award $31.81 $50.00 $18.19
Education/Awareness $0.00 $75.00 $75.00
Membership $0.00 $75.00 $75.00
Equipment/Maintenance $0.00 $500.00 $500.00
Events
Christmas Party $0.00 $50.00 $50.00
Field Day $601.52 $800.00 $198.48
Luncheon $1,100.00 $1,100.00 $0.00
Picnic $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Insurance $325.00 $325.00 $0.00
Misc. Expenses $1,905.00 $250.00 ($1,655.00)
Officers' Expenses
Board Members $0.00 $100.00 $100.00
Treasurer $0.00 $150.00 $150.00
Other Organizations
Dues $0.00 $80.00 $80.00
P.O. Box Rental $124.00 $150.00 $26.00
Refreshments, Meetings $0.00 $150.00 $150.00
Total Expenditures $32.11 $6,890.78 $7,405.00 $514.22
2012 - 2013 Oct 13 YEAR-TO-DATE ANNUAL (OVER)/UNDER
ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET
INCOME
Club Merchandise $189.02 $150.00 ($39.02)
Dues $145.00 $905.00 $900.00 ($5.00)
Luncheon $175.00 $12.50 $550.00 $537.50
Misc.Income $2,275.00 $2,000.00 ($275.00)
Total Income $320.00 $3,381.52 $3,600.00 $218.48
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Treasurer’s Report— Summary
DOWNEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
TREASURER'S REPORT
Oct-13
SUMMARY
CHECKING-CHASE $6,745.25
BALANCE AS OF Sep 30, 2013
INCOME $320.00
EXPENDITURES $32.11
Raffle (Month)
Raffle (Total Holdings) $0.00
Brunch (Month)
Brunch (Total Holdings) $0.00
CHECKING-CHASE
BALANCE AS OF Oct 31, 2013 $7,033.14
December Birthdays
Pete Salsido, KK6DRW, 8th
Leo Ferasol, AF6PF, 13th
Amanda Birkle, KK6CKL, 30th
Tom VanBuskirk, K6TV, 30th
All dues are up to date
Certificate of Appreciation Recipients
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December Propagation Outlook Winter is nearly here. There has been a large increase of sun spots over the past month. 10 meters is open daily Follow the sun with your beam. 10-12 meters will remain good during daylight hours. 12 and 15 meters are open longer each day. Conditions on 17, 20, and 30 meters are stable. 17 and 15 meters should be the best DX bands. 40-80 meters are have improved with the longer nighttime hours. 160 meters has improved with lower QRN levels. December DX ANTARCTICA. IA0MZ. Max, IA0MZ is operating from Mario Zucchelli Station until February 2014. QSL via IW0EFA. ANTARCTICA. RI1ANR. Operators Oleg, UA1PBA, Alex, UA1PAW and Slava, UA1PAI are operating as RI1ANR from Novo Runway until March 2014. Activity is on the HF bands with a focus on the low bands. QSL via RK1PWA. BAHAMAS, C6A/9H5G. 9H5G, John plans to be operating as C6A/9H5G from the Bahamas from January 1-31, 2014. He'll be operating on 160-10 meters. QSL via NI5DX and LOTW. BULGARIA, LZ2013IPA. Special event station LZ2013IPA is on the air until the end of 2013 in commemora-tion of the International Police Association. QSL via LZ3HI. CHATHAM ISLANDS, ZL7/OE2SNL. OE2XNL is planning a suitcase DXpedition to the Chatham Islands be-tween March 10 and 28 of next year with expected ZL7/OE2SNL operating dates of March 13-26.Complete details can be found on his web page http://www.oe2snl.at/zl7-oe2snl-2014/ QSL via OE2XNL. ITALY, II8IDXC. Special event call sign II8IDXC will be on the air until May 2015 during the International DX Convention 2015 in Paestrum. Activity is on the HF bands and 6 meters using all modes. QSL via IZ8EDJ. MARTINIQUE, TO4C. Special call TO4C will be operated by M5RIC from Martinique between March 26 and April 1 of next year. QSL via M0OXO. NAMIBIA, V5/DJ4SO. Klaus, DJ4SO is QRV as V5/DJ4SO until early December. Activity is on all HF bands, with the possible exception of 160 and 80 meters, using CW, RTTY, PSK and some SSB. QSL to home call. NICARAGUA, YN2NC. AA4NC plans to go to Nicaragua and operate as YN2NC from February 13-20 with a focus on the ARRL CW DX Contest. QSL via AA4NC and LoTW. PAPUA NEW GUINEA. P29NO. Naohiro, P29NO, is on the air until December 5th and then back on the after January 7
th, 2014. He's is operating from Wewak in the East Sepik Province of the main island. QSL via EA5GL
POLAND, SN640OKA. Special event station SN640OKA is on the air until December 31 to celebrate the 640th anniversary of Ostroleka, a town in Mazovia. QSL via Bureau. SCOTLAND, GM100RSGB. Special event station GM100RSGB is operating until December 2 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the RSGB. QSL via bureau. TRISTAN da CUNHA and GOUGH ISLAND, ZD9G. Bani, ZS1BM is on the air as ZD9G from Gough Island, IOTA AF-030, as a member of the 59th Winter Team and is here until August 2014. QSL via ZS1HF. This months DX news was made possible with information provided by OPDX, 425 DX News, The Daily DX, DXNL, The Weekly DX, and ARRL thanks to all.
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DARC Member Recent DX Contacts:
80 Meters: XE2CQ
40 Meters: PJ6/N7QT*, XF1P, F6ECS, TI5W, VY1EI, V44KAI, KH6MB,
30 Meters: E51AAR*
20 Meters: T33A,
17Meters: E51NOU*, T33A*,
15 Meters: T33A*, XF1P, CV5T, LU1QAH,
12 Meters: None
10 Meters: Z68BH*, OX3XR*, TX5RV*, 9M2/JESCT*, JT1E*, BG2AAE*, BG2AUE*, LZ1ND*, TF3FG*,
EA9KB*, S57ET*, K9W* (Wake Is), OM3LK*, T33A, OE6MDF, CT1AOZ, CR3A, CX7ACH, T48K, BY5CD,
SV2CXI, M0DHO, EB0AM, TO1A, VK4KW, PA1FP,ED1R, & XV1X.
*More than one report.
DARC Member DXCC Count
N6QQ - 350 Mixed, 336 SSB, 313 CW, 252 RTTY, 8-Band DXCC, 6-Band WAS,
5-Band WAZ, 3052 WPX.
K6ICS - 322 Mixed, 301 Phone (AM & SSB), 166 Mixed on 40 Meters.
KB6ATT - 305 Mixed, 60 CW.
K6TV - 257 Mixed, 240 SSB, 126 QRP, 151 CW, 30 RTTY.
W6TOI - 215 Mixed, 145 Phone, 104 CW, 100 RTTY.
WA6OUD - 161 Mixed, 131 Phone on 10 Meters.
W3OB - 150 Mixed.
KJ6YQV - 110 Mixed, 88 Mixed on 10 Meters.
K6EH - 57 on 30 Meters CW.
I am interested in receiving DX reports for this column, one contact or many.
e-mail: [email protected]
November Luncheon
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Board Minutes October 8, 2013 President Rick Norwood, KD6KHJ brought the meeting to order 19:00 hours in the Emergency Operations Center at the Downey Fire Station #1. Besides Rick other board members present were: First Vice President, Ron Eveland, W6QM; VP-Ways Means, Steve Hartranft, KI6SUF; VP Programs, Dave Glenn, N6TEB; Director 2 years Kent Savage, K6WCI Treasurer Frank Myllo, KC6YPV; Secretary Bill Heather, KB6WKT; Director 1 year Buck Kerns, AE6DT. Absent: Service Open; VP Membership Open. November Luncheon: Ron, W6QM, reported that plans are going well for the event. The room is secured with Rio Hondo Country Club. A final head count will need to be given to them the first part of the week before the event. Guest Speaker: Dave, N6TEB, reported that the guest speaker for the Luncheon will be Dave Glawson, WA6CGR. The topic has not been decided upon as of yet. Awards: Ron, W6QM, reported that the Awards Committee has been in contact with each other and the recipi-ents of the various certificates and Ham of the Year has been chosen. The necessary plaques and trophies need to be ordered from the trophy shop and the certificates will need to be printed. Public Service Events: Downey Safety Fair: Buck, AE6DT, reported that the event at Stonewood Mall went well. Besides setting up a VHF station the group set up an HF station as well and demonstrated some of our abilities. HF contacts were made during the event. JOTA: Frank, KC6YPV, reported that the event is planned and ready to go. The group cannot be at the Parking Lot until 3 PM on the 19th. Tour De Sewer: Rick, KD6KHJ, reported that Kent, K6WCI and himself have driven the various routes for the event including the new 60 mile route. Most of the positions are filled there still is a need for a few more volun-teers for the event. Christmas Parade: Kent, K6WCI, reported that the Parade will be on December 8th. He will be attending a planning meeting with the Chamber this month. Bill, KB6WKT commented that he heard there was not going to be any cable TV this year. Kent will look into that and report back by the next Board meeting on the events pro-gress. Meeting adjourned at 19:56 Respectively Submitted Bill Heather KB6WKT Secretary
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Luncheon Minutes November 10, 2013 Ron Eveland, W6QM was the Master of Ceremonies and brought the luncheon to order at 11:25 with 45 in at-tendance. We commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Frank Myllo, KC6YPV. Ron then introduced this year's incoming Club Officers. President: Dave Glenn, N6TEB; First Vice President: Ron Eveland, W6QM;VP-Service: Rick Norwood, KD6KH; VP - Ways & Means: Steve Hartranft, KI6SUF;
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Treasurer: Frank Myllo, KC6YPV; Secretary: Bill Heather, KB6WKT; Director 2 Years: Harold Kerns, AE6DT; VP - Programs: Open; VP - Membership: Open; Director 1 Year: Kent Savage, K6WCI. Ron also performed the duties of handing out this year’s annual service awards. The recipients are: Rick Nor-wood, KD6KHJ, Past Presidents Plaque from 2009 - 2013; Following are Certificate of Appreciation recipients. Steve Hartranft, KI6SUF, for service as VP Ways & Means and participation in Club's Service Events; John Schroeder, N6QQ as Raffle Chairman: John Powell, KF6EOJ as Q5 Editor; Ray Olesen, AD6AF, Net Control Coordinator; Frank Myllo, KC6YPV for service as Club's Treasurer. This year's 2013 Ham of the Year Award went to Frank Myllo, KC6YPV and also the Golden Mike Award given to Tom VanBuskirk, K6TV for many years of being the Club's Trustee and Service to the Club. Following the Awards Presentation Kent Savage, K6WCI; led the invocation. Then the group was excused by table to the buffet table. Once lunch was completed Dave Glenn, N6TEB, introduced our guest speaker Dave Glawson, WA6CGR, who provided us a presentation called "The Lab". Dave's presentation gave the group an insight on what equipment you should have if you were to set up an Electronic RF Lab. Dave gave us a detailed explanation on the vari-ous pieces of equipment the he deemed essential, their costs, and various options on each piece of equip-ment. Following Dave's presentation there was a short question and answer session. Meeting Adjourned 13:40 hours. Respectfully Submitted Bill Heather KB6WKT Secretary
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