When it comes to amateur radio equipment, we’re all novices when we start. However, all it takes is a little practical knowledge and a whole of testing to figure out the right way. You can start your ham radio journey with simple radios, and it’s really fun too! RF grounding is required only for a specific…
Waves of magnetic and electric energy radiating through space at the speed of light make up electromagnetic radiation. One form of electromagnetic energy is the emission of microwaves and radio waves by transmitting antennas. These waves are collectively referred to as “radiofrequency” or “RF” radiation or energy. Often, to indicate the presence of RF energy…
Coax is used as a transmission line for the transmission of radio signals. It is used in the antennas to connect the transmitter and receivers to the antenna. Thus, it plays a vital role in the transmission of the signals. If any other thing comes in the way of coax, it will not work efficiently. The working of…
HAM radios or Amateur radios refer to the homemade radios that people use for different small-scale operations like conversations or as a hobby. According to the ARRL, there are more than 700000 radio operators in the US right now. With an increase in their popularity, we have seen a rise in amateur radio operations. However,…
OHIO’S DISTRACTED DRIVING BILL PASSES Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 288, which allows police to pull people over if they’re seen using a cell phone while driving. Previously, only teenagers could be pulled over for use of a cell phone while driving; adults could not be pulled over for it, but could be cited…
For Immediate Release: January 13, 2023 Homeowners Interested in Constructing a Tornado Shelter May Be Eligible (COLUMBUS, Ohio) – The Ohio Emergency Management Agency (EMA) announced today that applications are being accepted for the Ohio Safe Room Rebate Program starting Jan.16. The deadline to apply is Feb. 20, 2023 at 5 p.m. The Ohio Safe…
The Fairfield County Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment, with their local ARES leadership, for communications duty in public service when disaster strikes. Every licensed amateur is eligible to apply for membership in ARES. Training may be required or desired to participate fully in ARES. Because…
Monday ARES Net. 7PM The K8QIK repeater supports the ARES Emergency Training Net. The Fairfield County Emergency Response and Weather Spotter training net, on the K8QIK, 146.70MHz ARES Repeater, with a PL Tone of 94.8Hz. This is an ARES Emergency Training Net operated by the Fairfield County ARES and the Lancaster and Fairfield County Amateur…
DHS pocket guide used by federal, state, and local public safety agencies to support communications interoperability for planned and unplanned events Specifics on proper use of federal and non-federal interoperability channels, for example: Federal IR (Optional Zone IO-3 & IO-4) Federal LE (Optional Zone IO-5 & IO-6) Non-Federal VTAC (Optional Zone IO-7) Non-Federal UTAC (Optional…
Tornadoes are violently rotating columns of air that extend from a thunderstorm to the ground. Quick Facts Can happen anytime. Bring intense winds. Can happen anywhere. Look like funnels. Words to Know Funnel:A long shape that is wider at the top and skinny on the bottom, like an ice cream cone.Hail:Frozen rain.Storm Shelter:A room or…
