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I made a presentation to the AGRC General Meeting on April 27, 2018 about forming an Amateur Radio Group and a campus radio net, named Garden Net. I provided a document displayed below that you can download as a PDF file. The handheld radios displayed were the Retevis RT27 FRS radio, and the BTECH GMRS-V1 radio. An audio file of my presentation is next. -- John Walling - April 29, 2018
Invitation to Join the Amateur Radio Group at Arrowhead Gardens
Revised April 15, 2018
Who:
* has an FCC amateur radio license;
* would like to get an FCC amateur radio license (GMRS/Amateur Radio Service);
* would like to learn about using hand-held radio (FRS/MURS/CBRS) w/o individual FCC license;
* would like to learn about and participate in emergency communications;
* would like to investigate/start a campus AM/FM radio station.
Objectives:
* Provide a mutual support group;
* Learn basics of FCC Wireless Services; (learn your place in the wireless spectrum)
* Provide amateur/personal radio education resources;
* Help with selecting equipment;
* Help prepare for FCC license exams;
* Support Arrowhead Gardens campus emergency communications via AGRC Disaster Preparedness Committee;
* Provide emergency communications with Seattle Emergency Hubs; specifically the West Seattle Emergency Hubs (RSS Feed);
* Collaborate in EmComm tests/exercises with West Seattle Amateur Club and Seattle Auxiliary Communications Service;
* Explore feasibility of AM/FM campus radio at Arrowhead Gardens and prepare a proposal for Shag Management. This would be a final leg for EmComm, as well as a resource for routine announcements and entertainment.
Contact:
John Walling 424D
* FCC Licensed for GMRS -- Call sign WRBK742
* Email: [email protected]
* Voice only messages: 206-442-9611
* Voice/Text messages: 206-384-9806
Resources:
TheGardensGazette.org > Resources > Health and Safety
TheGardensGazette.org > Resources > Health and Safety > Emergency Hubs
TheGardensGazette.org > Clubs > Amateur Radio Group
Revised April 15, 2018
Who:
* has an FCC amateur radio license;
* would like to get an FCC amateur radio license (GMRS/Amateur Radio Service);
* would like to learn about using hand-held radio (FRS/MURS/CBRS) w/o individual FCC license;
* would like to learn about and participate in emergency communications;
* would like to investigate/start a campus AM/FM radio station.
Objectives:
* Provide a mutual support group;
* Learn basics of FCC Wireless Services; (learn your place in the wireless spectrum)
* Provide amateur/personal radio education resources;
* Help with selecting equipment;
* Help prepare for FCC license exams;
* Support Arrowhead Gardens campus emergency communications via AGRC Disaster Preparedness Committee;
* Provide emergency communications with Seattle Emergency Hubs; specifically the West Seattle Emergency Hubs (RSS Feed);
* Collaborate in EmComm tests/exercises with West Seattle Amateur Club and Seattle Auxiliary Communications Service;
* Explore feasibility of AM/FM campus radio at Arrowhead Gardens and prepare a proposal for Shag Management. This would be a final leg for EmComm, as well as a resource for routine announcements and entertainment.
Contact:
John Walling 424D
* FCC Licensed for GMRS -- Call sign WRBK742
* Email: [email protected]
* Voice only messages: 206-442-9611
* Voice/Text messages: 206-384-9806
Resources:
TheGardensGazette.org > Resources > Health and Safety
TheGardensGazette.org > Resources > Health and Safety > Emergency Hubs
TheGardensGazette.org > Clubs > Amateur Radio Group
Amateur/Personal Radio Resources
What is Ham Radio/Amateur Radio?
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West Seattle Amateur Radio Club
Events | Announcements | Classes | Test Prep
Seattle ACS
Seattle Auxiliary Communications Service provides communication support to the City of Seattle in times of disaster and emergency.
Upcoming Meetings and Exercises
Mike and Key Amateur Radio Club
Area Repeaters | Puget Sound Nets | Classes | More | More | More
N7CFO.COM
- Western Washington Amateur Radio Licensing Classes, Training Classes & Examination Sessions
- Hamfairs & Events
American Radio Relay League (ARRL)
National Association for Amateur Radio
Beginner Books | Field Day June 23-24, 2017 | LEVEL 1: Technician Class License |
FCC Ham Radio Licenses
FCC GMRS Licenses | Apply online | Old Notes | License database | Wikipedia
Exam Study Guides
- HamStudy.org | Links to other guides |
- W5YI.org | Catalog:Amateur:Technician |
- QRZ.com | Practice Amateur Radio Exams |
- HamRadioLicenseExam.com | Technician: $24.95 | Reviews at eHam.net
- eHam.net | Practice exam |
- ARRL.org | Examreview | Ham Radio License Manual | 3rd Edition Study Guide |
- ARRL.org | Tech Prep Resource Library | Ham Radio Glossary | Abbreviations |
- ARRL.org | Introduction to Emergency Communication (EC-001) | Public Service and Emergency Communications Management for Radio Amateurs (EC-016)
- Amateur Radio Exam Prep – Technician – Mobile app for Apple iPhone and iPad devices.
- FCC Ham Radio Test Prep – Mobile app for Android devices.
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Exam dates/times/locations
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- When: 3rd Sat 12:30pm
Where: Salvation Army HQ,
720 S Tobin St, Renton, WA 98057
Contact: Scott, AG7T, 425-788-0452
- When: 3rd Sat 12:30pm
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REFERENCES
Amateur Radio/Ham Radio FCC.gov
General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Wikipedia
Family Radio Service (FRS) Wikipedia
Multi-Use Radio Service (MURS) Wikipedia
Amateur radio frequency allocations Wikipedia
Frequency Allocations ARRL
Frequency Allocation Charts ARRL
Band chart of US Amateur Radio Technician Privileges ARRL
Radio Services Internal Codes FCC
License searches FCC
Grid mapper for licensed ham operators GRZ.com
Arrowhead Gardens: Lat 47.520785 Lon -122.335306 Grid CN87tm
Operating Tips ARRL
Buying Your First Radio ARRL
Get on the Air ARRL
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Products and Reviews
eHam.net | Reviews
BaofengTech BTECH GMRS-V1 (0.5W / 2W) | Amazon
Baofeng UV-5R on Amazon: UV-5R Plus Qualette | Walkei Talkie UV-5R
Leixen VV 898SP (25W) Portable Battery Powered Backpack Radio | Amazon
CHIRP is a free, open-source tool for programming your amateur radio. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Tutorials for Windows 10 and Linux.
eHam.net | Reviews
BaofengTech BTECH GMRS-V1 (0.5W / 2W) | Amazon
Baofeng UV-5R on Amazon: UV-5R Plus Qualette | Walkei Talkie UV-5R
Leixen VV 898SP (25W) Portable Battery Powered Backpack Radio | Amazon
CHIRP is a free, open-source tool for programming your amateur radio. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Tutorials for Windows 10 and Linux.
HAMFests 2018
Beginner Training Sunday April 15, 2018
Communications Academy 2018 - 20th Anniversary
HAMFEST/CONVENTION
Start Date: 04/14/2018
End Date: 04/15/2018
Location: South Seattle College
6000 16th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98101
Website: http://www.southseattle.edu/
Website: http://www.commacademy.org
Sponsor: King County ARES, Seattle ACS, Bellevue ACS, WWA Medical Services Comm.
Type: ARRL Convention
Talk-In: 147.08 (PL 103.5)
Public Contact: Alan Jones , KD7KUS
PO Box 15624 Seattle, WA 98115
Phone: 425-736-4697
Email: [email protected]
Note: Saturday is sold out
Sunday has a beginner track. (Track #4 - 6 sessions)
Registration is $35 for Sunday until April 8th.
Beginner Track: (most beginner sessions are sold out as of 3/28)
1) Session #5 Radio basics: How to Choose Your First Radio – Carl Leon, N7KUW
2) Session #11 Radio basics: I have my Radio – Now How do I Turn It On? – Joel Ware, KD7QKK and Bill Thomassen, N6NBN
3) Session #15 Radio basics: Radio Safety for Beginners – Jon Newstrom, KL7GT
4) Session #22 Radio basics: But I am Afraid to Talk into the Microphone – Alan Jones, KD7KUS
5) Session #27 Radio basics: This is Fun – What’s Next? - Don Marshall, KE7ARH
6) Session #31 Radio basics: Where Do I Go from Here? – Carl Leon, N7KUW
HAMFEST/CONVENTION
Start Date: 04/14/2018
End Date: 04/15/2018
Location: South Seattle College
6000 16th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98101
Website: http://www.southseattle.edu/
Website: http://www.commacademy.org
Sponsor: King County ARES, Seattle ACS, Bellevue ACS, WWA Medical Services Comm.
Type: ARRL Convention
Talk-In: 147.08 (PL 103.5)
Public Contact: Alan Jones , KD7KUS
PO Box 15624 Seattle, WA 98115
Phone: 425-736-4697
Email: [email protected]
Note: Saturday is sold out
Sunday has a beginner track. (Track #4 - 6 sessions)
Registration is $35 for Sunday until April 8th.
Beginner Track: (most beginner sessions are sold out as of 3/28)
1) Session #5 Radio basics: How to Choose Your First Radio – Carl Leon, N7KUW
2) Session #11 Radio basics: I have my Radio – Now How do I Turn It On? – Joel Ware, KD7QKK and Bill Thomassen, N6NBN
3) Session #15 Radio basics: Radio Safety for Beginners – Jon Newstrom, KL7GT
4) Session #22 Radio basics: But I am Afraid to Talk into the Microphone – Alan Jones, KD7KUS
5) Session #27 Radio basics: This is Fun – What’s Next? - Don Marshall, KE7ARH
6) Session #31 Radio basics: Where Do I Go from Here? – Carl Leon, N7KUW
Nearby arrl affiliated clubs
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in Western Washington
in Western Washington
West Seattle ARC
City: Seattle, WA
Call Sign: W7AW
Specialties: Contest, Digital Modes, DX, General Interest, Public Service/Emergency, Repeaters, VHF/UHF
Services Offered: Entry-Level License Classes, General Or Higher License Classes, License Test Sessions, Mentor, On-The-Air Bulletins, Repeater, Tvi/RFI Committee
Section: WWA
Links: http://www.westseattlearc.org
City: Seattle, WA
Call Sign: W7AW
Specialties: Contest, Digital Modes, DX, General Interest, Public Service/Emergency, Repeaters, VHF/UHF
Services Offered: Entry-Level License Classes, General Or Higher License Classes, License Test Sessions, Mentor, On-The-Air Bulletins, Repeater, Tvi/RFI Committee
Section: WWA
Links: http://www.westseattlearc.org
Puget Sound Repeater Group
City: Seattle, WA
Call Sign: WW7PSR
Specialties: Digital Modes, General Interest, Public Service/Emergency, Repeaters, VHF/UHF
Services Offered: License Test Sessions, Mentor, On-The-Air Bulletins, Repeater
Section: WWA
Links: http://psrg.org
City: Seattle, WA
Call Sign: WW7PSR
Specialties: Digital Modes, General Interest, Public Service/Emergency, Repeaters, VHF/UHF
Services Offered: License Test Sessions, Mentor, On-The-Air Bulletins, Repeater
Section: WWA
Links: http://psrg.org
Mike & Key Amateur Radio Club
City: Renton, WA
Call Sign: K7LED
Specialties:
Contest, Digital Modes, DX, General Interest, Public Service/Emergency, Repeaters, VHF/UHF
Services Offered: Club Newsletter, Hamfest, License Test Sessions, Mentor, Repeater
Section: WWA
Links: http://www.mikeandkey.org
City: Renton, WA
Call Sign: K7LED
Specialties:
Contest, Digital Modes, DX, General Interest, Public Service/Emergency, Repeaters, VHF/UHF
Services Offered: Club Newsletter, Hamfest, License Test Sessions, Mentor, Repeater
Section: WWA
Links: http://www.mikeandkey.org
Research Notes
Copied from resources > Community
The following legacy resources will added to the sections above.
Seattle Hazard Explorer
Seattle Emergency Communications Hubs | Map | 2018 Plans
West Seattle Be Prepared
> Map locator
> Hub operations and roles
> West Seattle Resources
> iCOM Portable radio VHF/UHF
>> Video Communication Hub Radio Operator (GMRS)
> Locations of Emergency Communication Hubs
The West Seattle emergency communication hubs are part of a citywide radio network that will be activated during an emergency. Even if phones, power, internet, roads and/or bridges are out, the hubs will be able to communicate with the Seattle Office of Emergency Management and from neighborhood-to-neighborhood.
The nearest hub is at Gmap
South Highland Park
Salvation Army, parking lot
9050 16th Ave SW, Seattle WA 98106
> Download PDF
Notes from radioreference.com and broadcastify.com
01:35 3/31/2018
FRS and GMRS Explained
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LsiQHk6pio
FRS/GMRS combined channel chart
https://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/FRS/GMRS_combined_channel_chart
FRS Information:
https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/family-radio-service-frs
https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=3e26d1bf342e605693c2d473eaa6146f&mc=true&node=pt47.5.95&rgn=div5#sp47.5.95.b
GMRS Information:
https://www.fcc.gov/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs
https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=3e26d1bf342e605693c2d473eaa6146f&mc=true&node=pt47.5.95&rgn=div5#sp47.5.95.a
Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm8ROkpFeqoolh8jN6HRo7xnLC9op6AkM
RadioReference.com
https://www.radioreference.com/
Frequency Database https://www.radioreference.com/apps/db/
Amateur Radio Database https://www.radioreference.com/apps/ham/
West Seattle Amateur Radio Club https://www.radioreference.com/apps/ham/callsign/W7AW
FRS/GMRS combined channel chart https://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/FRS/GMRS_combined_channel_chart
Listen via BroadCastify.com
Top 50 Live Audio Feeds https://www.broadcastify.com/listen/top/?rl=rr
King County https://www.broadcastify.com/?rl=webph
https://www.broadcastify.com/listen/stid/53
FRS and GMRS Explained
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LsiQHk6pio
FRS/GMRS combined channel chart
https://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/FRS/GMRS_combined_channel_chart
FRS Information:
https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/family-radio-service-frs
https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=3e26d1bf342e605693c2d473eaa6146f&mc=true&node=pt47.5.95&rgn=div5#sp47.5.95.b
GMRS Information:
https://www.fcc.gov/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs
https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=3e26d1bf342e605693c2d473eaa6146f&mc=true&node=pt47.5.95&rgn=div5#sp47.5.95.a
Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm8ROkpFeqoolh8jN6HRo7xnLC9op6AkM
RadioReference.com
https://www.radioreference.com/
Frequency Database https://www.radioreference.com/apps/db/
Amateur Radio Database https://www.radioreference.com/apps/ham/
West Seattle Amateur Radio Club https://www.radioreference.com/apps/ham/callsign/W7AW
FRS/GMRS combined channel chart https://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/FRS/GMRS_combined_channel_chart
Listen via BroadCastify.com
Top 50 Live Audio Feeds https://www.broadcastify.com/listen/top/?rl=rr
King County https://www.broadcastify.com/?rl=webph
https://www.broadcastify.com/listen/stid/53
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