The ARRL reports that the NCVEC Question Pool Committee (QPC) is seeking input on the Technician Class question pool, which is due to be updated next year. This may include suggestions for new questions, changes to current examination topic areas, or changes to existing questions in the current Technician Question Pool. The QPC is seeking input that focuses on topics that enhance public interest, understanding, and use of amateur radio, or focus on STEM hands-on learning and education, as well as questions on new technology, digital modes, station setup and operation, antennas, and emergency and non-emergency operation.
Read MorePRESENTER OPINION : KM4ACK on Building the Ultimate Raspberry Pi for your Shack→
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I’ve written before about how disappointed I was with how poorly GNU Radio on HamPi. Since then, I’ve had a bit more success with the PiSDR distribution, but I still wouldn’t say that I’m happy with the performance.
Read MorePRESENTER OPINION : How to Measure Wire Length
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A recent post on the reddit /r/amateurradio, got me to thinking about a better way to measure wire length here in my shack. I’ve been using one of two methods:
Laying the wire on my basement floor, where I’ve marked off different lengths.
Going out into the backyard and measuring the length using a 100-ft. measuring reel.
