Re: [BVARC] OT: Memory upgrade in Dell Latitude 5490

Just go to the DELL Technologies web page It's pretty simple to order factory direct any upgrades to most Dell computers, as well as being added to the Dell mail list. Howard Bingham ke5apj -- -Original Message- From: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Sent: Aug 29, 2021 1:25 PM To: BRA

Re: [BVARC] a few statistics on membership

What is the MAILING ADDRESS and AMOUNT to send my RENEWAL TO...? Howard Bingham KE5APJ Member since 2003 (Or there abouts.) -- On 8/24/2022 9:06 AM, Eddie Runner via BVARC wrote: Current  membership   287 in 2021 we had 82 new members of those, so far 32 of them have decided to NOT RENEW. me

Re: [BVARC] September BVARC newsletter now online

Why not try use of e-mailing a PDF version to those who wish to get it that was as an "OPTION" to save a few $$$ What with the PRICE OF PAPER and POSTAGE ESCALATING every year. My DUES MAILED TODAY, so it should arrive by PONY EXPRESS from Deer Park, VIA BAYTOWN, NORTH HOUSTON POSTAL CENTER &

Re: [BVARC] new memberships

I mailed a check earlier in the week, it should have arrived by today (Saturday Sept. 03, 2022) Is it being processed..? Howard Bingham (Didn't include any form, there should be NO CHANGES in address or e-mail, included a note on COVER of last month's Newsletter.) -- On 8/30/2022 8:39 AM,

Re: [BVARC] soliciting advertisers for the newsletter

Many years ago, Ross Lawler used to distribute copies of the then BVARC Newsletter with BVARC Membership forms to EPO, Houston Amateur Radio Supply and other advertisers once the newsletter had been published, initially that was how I learned about BVARC about 20 years ago, before I joined, all

Re: [BVARC] Zoom updates

ZOOM doesn't work for me, Security Software (BOTH NORTON Lifelock 360 and Trend Micro)  BLOCK ZOOM installation.  SKYPE would be better option. D. Howard Bingham ke5apj -- On 2/28/2023 4:12 PM, Jeff Greer via BVARC wrote: All, If you plan to attend the Hamfest planning session via Zoom on

Re: [BVARC] Zoom updates HAMFEST VOLUNTEERS..!!

, help us put on this great show.!! Eddie Runner (NU5K) 713-569-8799 Co-Chair Greater Houston HamFest On Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 08:44:28 PM CST, Howard Bingham via BVARC wrote: ZOOM doesn't work for me, Security Software (BOTH NORTON Lifelock 360 and Trend Micro)  BLOCK ZOO

Re: [BVARC] forum

Does DISCORD work on a PC though, that's where 99% of my mail is read, if it's not WINDOWS 10 compatible, FORGET IT.. 😕 73 Howard Bingham, ke5apj BVARC MEMBER since 2003 -- On 3/14/2023 1:10 PM, George Jolly via BVARC wrote: Discord has a channel type called a “forum channel” which automati

Re: [BVARC] Meetings

What happened ith the location at the Sugar Land Community Center opposite the Sugar Land USPS, it was EASY TO FIND & had more than sufficient parking to accommodate members and VISITORS.? To me, it appears the frequent changes of locations, often off the beaten path (In addition to not being

[BVARC] (538) The Car Pulled Out First - TRUCKING WITH SCMIDT

Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc@bvarc.org/

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 net

Tuesday night local time 8:00 p.m. on 28.488, aim antenna toward Bellaire Blvd. and Buffalo Speedway, hosted by Mike Davidson, if you can't reach Mike after net starts, other members of Space Houston On Ten ( S.H.O.T) can relay if conditions are bad.. Howard Bingham ke5apj --- On 5/23/2017

Re: [BVARC] Psalm 73

It's sure beginning to sound that BVARC is having the same problem that has stiffled ECHO, members not stepping up to the plate to fill positions & be leaders.My excuse is that I can no longer drive due to medical issues (That keep adding up with age.) & that I'm 35+ miles from BVARC meeting locati

Re: [BVARC] (no subject)

Is there any plan to do a VHF net like last couple of years for benefit of those of us who can't make it to MSW...? Howard Bingham KE5APJ -- On 5/27/2014 12:38 PM, WILLIS COOKE via BVARC wrote: This is an interim report on the MSWE antennas. I installed the TH-3 antenna contributed by Eddie o

[BVARC] How did the MSW turn out..?

My 10 m di-pole simply aimed the wrong way & too low to pick up anything, did hear several members calling KK5W on the 94 repeater Saturday morning & early afternoon, but did not catch any replies.. Will be interesting to see the results by band and how the number of QSO's compare with past ye

Re: [BVARC] 5' roof tripod - where to buy locally

On 6/25/2014 10:15 AM, Dwayne Jones via BVARC wrote: Another good source is Ralph's Electronics on Telephone Rd. near Hobby airport. Dwayne -- Is Andy Electronics still in business on Long Drive off South Loop 610..? He used to carry quite an array of antennas & radio gear.. Howard Bingham

[BVARC] ARRLHQ Special video message from ARRL President Kay Craige, N3KN

Original Message --- Subject:ARRLHQ just uploaded a video Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 20:39:31 + From: YouTube To: Howard1939 ARRLHQ just uploaded a video ARRLHQ has

Re: [BVARC] BVARC 10-10 int contest vs Big All

Sure hope the band will be more alive than this morning, nothing but back ground noise, no QSO's when scanning the band slowly.. Nothing heard during time 10-10 .380 net is held, band was dead..! 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ - Ten-Ten # 75410 -- On 8/1/2014 4:36 PM, GMuller885--- via BVARC w

Re: [BVARC] BVARC 10-10 int contest vs Big All

Sure hope band is more open than it was this morning, was pretty dead during time the 10-10 380 net is scheduled..! 73 HowardKE5APJ --- On 8/1/2014 5:06 PM, Bill Stone via BVARC wrote: Yes the BVARC vs Big AL contest is soon to fire up. I have got permission from club call trustee to use

[BVARC] South Texas Hamfest (Please share this with your network)- DE Gary-KF5DZQ

Courtesy Austinhams group.. Howard Bingham KE5APJ == From: *Gary MacGregor (KF5DZQ)* mailto:kf5...@gmail.com>> Date: Thu, Aug 14, 2014 at 7:22 PM Subject: from Gary - KF5DZQ - South Texas Hamfest (Please share this with your network) To: SouthTexasARC

Re: [BVARC] FW: [laterisersgroup] Ham Radio Outlet - Coming to Plano

I'll continue to buy from AES, fast service, good prices & no having to leave home to buy what I need, and 2 day delivery for in-stock equipment if willing to pay for air delivery by UPS, with FedEx available too.. Then if I were still driving, River Oaks Auto Sterno was a good option for loca

[BVARC] Earth-Directed X-flare

As many have already noticed, these solar flares have been disrupting HF communications all day Wednesday. This is from the www.Spaceweather.com news.. 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ === Forwarded Message Subject:Earth-Directed X-fl

[BVARC] [SETXHam] Boy Scouts of America - Jamboree on the Air (JOTA), Saturday, 18 October 2014

Be listening for Boy Scouts on most HF and VHF bands this Saturday. IIRC: BVARC or ECHO sponsored an event several years ago involving a Boy Scout troop on West Belfort at a church parking lot, which drew quite a few hams and Boy Scouts in SW Houston area.. 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ Subject

Re: [BVARC] BVARC Monday night net tonight.

Fellow BVARC'er needs help setting up both VHF and HF at new location in Deer Park, can copy the 94 repeater with HT, but can't hit repeater from Deer Park...! If Robert ( KD5YVQ ) copies this, please call me at phone number in BVARC listing (Any time after 10 a.m.), phone numbers listed in BV

Re: [BVARC] From TDXS --- 10 Meter Contest This Weekend

On 12/12/2014 7:02 AM, Rick Hiller via BVARC wrote: *Subject:*[tdxs-list] 10 Meter Contest This Weekend the conditions are expected to be better than last year! They were great last year. Get on and make some contacts. Phone only, CW only or mixed modes. "59 Texas" is the exchange. Everyone

Re: [BVARC] Speakers needed for the 2015 Greater Houston Hamfest

How about getting NOAA to put on a Skywarn class during Hamfest..? It takes longer than 45 minutes, but could be divided into several parts & given no disasters have occurred since Hurricane IKE, seasoned hams may need a refresher course & new hams need to be indoctrinated in emergency procedur

Re: [BVARC] HRO In Plano Grand Opening

I'll stick with AES for fast and reliable service, locally I have been happy with River Oaks Auto Stereo for installation issues.. Given I can no longer drive due to medical issues, out of state vendors are often my less costly options & delivery costs much less than having to drive 400 miles

Re: [BVARC] Frosty's memory

Good way to remember Frosty and his contributions to BVARC and amateur radio... Might also be nice to memorialize him by naming an annual award for DX competition at BVARC.. 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ -- On 3/5/2015 3:15 PM, Jo. L. Keener via BVARC wrote: President Stone; I would like the

Re: [BVARC] Fw: [tdxs-list] TDXS Dinner night for MAY

Correct ZIP to below is 77025, Silver Palace Chinese Buffet is across Bellaire Blvd. from "Whole Foods", west of Stella Link Rd. Howard Bingham KE5APJ Deer Park, TX --- On 4/29/2015 2:36 PM, Bill Stone via BVARC wrote: - Original Message - *From:* Bob *To:* tdxs

[BVARC] Fwd: Harris County Citizen Corps: CERT Team Members Needed to Support the 25th Annual Houston/Galveston Hurricane Workshop!

Subject: Fwd: Harris County Citizen Corps: CERT Team Members Needed to Support the 25th Annual Houston/Galveston Hurricane Workshop! Date: Fri, 15 May 2015 17:10:24 -0500 From: Howard Bingham FYI: From Harris County CERT Howard Bingham = From

[BVARC] Heather sent you an update on Bill Stone (WS5H) Final expenses

ALL: The Go Fund Me account to cover Bill Stone (WS5H) Final Expenses still short of their goals, to date only 19 have contributed It's still not too late to contribute.. 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ Forwarded Message Subject:Heather sent yo

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 Contest / NET

Would love to be participating, unfortunately my SISTER does not want any antenna's on her house & have had no help from nephews.. (Do have a 10m 1/2 wave dipole that could be strung up in attic along ridge line, but would need help in installing IF PERMITTED.) All I have that can be used, are

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 Contest / NET

Mike Davidson N5MT who host's the net, is located South of Bellaire Blvd. & Buffalo Speedway intersection, behind St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church to reference your antenna orientation, he has a Yagi about 65 ft. in air, if he can't hear you, other S.H.O.T. members can relay.. You may want

Re: [BVARC] No Subject:

On 2/26/2016 10:11 PM, Travis Burgess via BVARC wrote: TS-480sat has built in tuner. Mine has served well as portable and base. Have installation ready for it mobile. Not used it that way yet. FT-857 somewhat sensitive to heat; the display. Travis K5HTB -- The big difference betwee

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] (no subject)

In Deer {ark and Pasadena, were lucky to get 2 bars on 3g cell service during middle of the day & both ATT U-Verse and Verizon Internet slows to a crawl until early hours of morning, the TV reception never fails to go out sometime during 5 or 6 p.m. newscast, causing need to reset TV & hope it

Re: [BVARC] Hamfest ??

Is there any reason why there are no active links to vendor web sites, as has been practice in the past years Hamfests...? 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ -- On 3/3/2016 10:40 AM, Cameron via BVARC wrote: Hi all, On the BVARC main web page (www.bvarc.org ), 2 or 3 lines down i

Re: [BVARC] Downed power lines SAFETY FIRST video. Man in car accident.

I don't recall seeing Centerpoint Energy producing anything like this in Houston area, might be a good idea to show this to contacts we have with Centerpoint or Reliant Energy about producing a safety spot for the local market.. Wonder if any of the law enforcement or FD agencies have anything

[BVARC] Fwd: New ARRL "The Doctor is In" podcast

This may be a good topic to include in Monday night's BVARC Public Service Net, possibly with our own in-house experts participating.. IIRC: the Austin ARC has a fairly active net on their repeater, if their Yahoogroup newsletter is any indication.. 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ ===

Re: [BVARC] BVARC.ORG seems broken

I had NO problem navigating the site, but link to "Renew" membership bounced from the re-new page back to home page faster than I could blink my eyes, had to use the "Join" tab on the home page (Which appears to have been changed).. NOTE to Cam: Please change city on Membership List and mail

Re: [BVARC] BVARC.ORG seems broken

Why the changes..? If it works, don't change it..! I had NO problems before, now any page selected from HOME page, bounces back to the Home page faster than I can blink my eyes..! Howard Bingham KE5APJ === On 4/14/2016 4:09 PM, Steve Friedman via BVARC wrote: I got a big pretty blue

Re: [BVARC] Cancelled for the weekend due to weather and flooding - Re: MSWE

As of 7:00 a.m. Sunday morning, radar showing a circulation of showers over west end of Galveston, Island, just load www.Weatherbug.com on Smartphone, or www.WUnderground.com , both are on Apple and Google Play & free, both GPS enabled.. 73 Howard Bingham (NO RAIN in Deer Park, near Pasaden

Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators, Equipment, Commitments

If anyone planning on trying 6 meters, I have an M2 6 meter HO Loop that I would be willing to LOAN.. (NEW, still in box..) 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ Ph: 713-6684821 = On 6/8/2016 12:25 AM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC wrote: All, I would like all t

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Fwd: Emailing: S1685_amended.pdf, S1685_amended.doc, HR1301_amended.doc, HR1301_amended.pdf

AMEN..! This ought to be circulated to other clubs too..! 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ On 6/30/2016 10:25 AM, K5HM via BVARC wrote: I agree with the general dissatisfaction of the outcome, although I would not rush to judgement on the entire ARRL organizati

Re: [BVARC] Everyday EMF

On an episode of Dr. OZ on daytime TV (KRIV-26 in Houston), about 6-7 months ago, there was evidence presented by a radiologist about women who tuck their cell phones in their bra, on x-rays and mammograms, the outline of the cell phone clearly visible on both film and digital x-rays, due to

Re: [BVARC] Field Day 2016 Wrap Up

The Tri-Club Field day even made it to YouTube, titled something like Texas Hams Tune Antenna, showing a Yagi on a mechanical lift, with ropes used to turn antenna.. I felt I was there in spirit, by seeing the video, hopefully the video will be linked on BVARC and Echo web sites for all who co

Re: [BVARC] TV coverage of FD

A big PLUS, Tim Heller KTRK-TV Weather, is a ham, if we could get him out, we could kill 2 birds with the same stone, he works for the News Media & iirc the rules give credit for news station coverage, plus he could also operate.. KTRK has a ham club at the TV station, which is mostly comprised

Re: [BVARC] AES ham radio out of biz!

Their web site makes no mention of their closing, just checked 30 minutes ago..! I have been given better prices with AES than other vendors in the past, With only 2 local shops spread far apart, I found dealing with AES to be easiest way to purchase most of my equipment, as in recent years,

Re: [BVARC] AES going out of business

The July 7 ARRL letter has a complete story on this.. Had nothing but good experience dealing with AES, including getting answers to technical issues about equipment they didn't carry 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ -- On 7/6/2016 3:58 PM, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: This is the first radio st

Re: [BVARC] Test #4

What's going on with all these test messages..? Has the list server gone berserk, or been hacked..? 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ Sent from my DELL Window 7 PC On 7/11/2016 12:04 PM, K5IZO via BVARC wrote: Text. Do not reply Sent from my iPhone

[BVARC] ***SPAM*** CQ Newsroom: Ham Radio Outlet Taking Over AES Web, Phone Businesses and Milwaukee Store Location

73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ ___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Win10 upgrade problem

I prefer to KEEP Windows 7, so installed a BOT that prevents Microsoft from upgrading through updates.. I don't have the link handy, it was published in the Houston Chronicle several weekends ago, already the Windows 10 prompt has disappeared from tool bar.. If I wanted Windows 10 bad enoug

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Win10 upgrade problem

ard 8-) -- *From:*BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Howard Bingham via BVARC *Sent:* Wednesday, July 27, 2016 16:35 *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB *Cc:* Howard Bingham *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Win10 upgrade problem I prefer to KEEP Windows 7, so installed a BOT

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Win10 upgrade problem

Good reasoning, first editions of any product often full of bugs.. How many versions of Windows 8 are there..? Seems MS released a second version less than a year after first introduced.. Personally, I'm quite satisfied with Windows 7, all my software (Except for Eudora Pro e-mail client),

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 QSO Party This Weekend

Poor excuse, the 10-10 phone contest has been on the calendar since last year.. Maybe the Austin Summerfest needs to watch their dates in planning.. Howard Bingham KE5APJ - 10-10 #75410 == On 8/2/2016 10:17 PM, Bruce via BVARC wrote: crap, going to be i

Re: [BVARC] LOG FOR 10 10 CONTEST

Win1010 is the official logging software for 10-10, should be available from the 10-10 website.. I would be participating, but sister won't permit outside antennas on her house. Howard Bingham KE5APJ- 10-10 #75410 -- On 8/6/2016 3:35 PM, Bob Hawkins via BVARC wrote: which log is u

[BVARC] [Kenwood] TH-D74A

This from the KENWOOD Yahoogroup, NEW Kenwood HT with D-Star was announced at Dayton a few weeks ago... Details and prices TBA after FCC approvals.. 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ == Forwarded Message Subject:Re: [Kenwood] TH-D74A Date:

[BVARC] [50mhz] FS: Icom 706 series rigs

This from the 6 meter [50mhz] Yahoogroup may interest new hams ready to get involved with HF, 6meters and VHF/UHF I have dealt with this person before, he ships promptly in event you are interested 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ === Forwarded Mess

Re: [BVARC] Internet (Comcast) is down

The speed of Comcast service, is why my brother-in law changed to ATT U-Verse about 5-6 years ago, only wires left on utility pole now, is Comcast and Centerpoint Energy power, NO ATT copper wires in this part of Deer Park. Can't praise ATT U-Verse totally, the service in Deer Park and Pasaden

[BVARC] [austinhams] Amateur Radio Parity Act

From AustinHams group.. Howard Bingham KE5APJ == Forwarded Message Subject:[austinhams] Amateur Radio Parity Act Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2016 20:52:37 -0500 From: John Anderson megav...@prismnet.com [austinhams] Reply-To: John And

[BVARC] [austinhams] Houston Amateur Radio Supply closing Oct. 29

From: Austinhams Yahoogroup: This is first I heard of this, is it true..! 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ Forwarded Message Subject:[austinhams] Houston Amateur Radio Supply closing Oct. 29 Date: Tue, 25 Oct 2016 16:04:58 -0500 From:

Re: [BVARC] HARS? Closed?

HARS closing was announced over a week ago by the Austin ARC, I copied that announcement to this group with a question mark..! This leaves River Oaks Auto Stereo and several specialty shops as the only HAM EQUIPMENT dealers in Houston. Add to this the exit of AESHAM left a void nationally..

Re: [BVARC] HARS? Closed?

ly e-mail and delete the message and any attachments. -Original Message- From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Howard Bingham via BVARC Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2016 8:54 AM To: Jeffrey Carson; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Howard Bingham Subject: Re: [BVARC]

Re: [BVARC] MTC future location?

Shows 111 in my Zip code in Deer Park.. Didn't realize there were that many.. 73 Howard Bingham == On 11/8/2016 5:06 PM, Tony BenBrahim via BVARC wrote: Moved here: https://public.tableau.com/profile/tony.benbrahim#!/

Re: [BVARC] Need internal batteries replaced HTX-202 and HTX 404

If they are similar to the memory batteries in a computer, EPO ought to have them, they had surface mount holder and the battery for my old Compaq Desk Pro 1000 with Windows XP 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ == On 11/17/2016 6:50 PM, Michael Monsour via BVARC wrote: See link http://www.qsl.net/wb

[BVARC] SKYWARN Recognition Day - December 3rd.

*HEADS UP, Skywarn recognition day* *THIS SATURDAY*.. Are any local events planned with the Houston/Galveston NOAA...? 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ ___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mail

[BVARC] Ham Radio Basics--How I Call CQ - YouTube

Some helpful hints for calling CQ on HF frequencies, this should be most helpful for new hams when on HF frequencies. 73 Howard Bingham -- D. Howard Bingham * E-mail: ke5...@earthlink.net 2722 Wisdom

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 Net Wed?

Houston S.H.O.T. net has always been at *8:00 P.M. (Local) time on Tuesday**..!* (On UTC it is Wednesday),, 73 Howard Bingham Ten-Ten # 75410 - --- On 12/14/2016 9:08 PM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC wrote: Was the 10-10 Net 28.488 make it on the air tonight? If it did. I heard nothing. My

Re: [BVARC] BOD Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, January 5th, 2017

BTW: *The BIG Super Bowl Party is at Chimney Rock and Gulfton, NOT on Bissonnett...!* *Just read the story at the link.* Howard Bingham KE5APJ === On 1/6/2017 4:08 PM, Jon Noxon via BVARC wrote: Having a bit of a problem with dates, eh? Re December 10 or

Re: [BVARC] Ham Radio for Heroes website

Get ERROR: 404 Not Found Howard Bingham KE5APJ On 1/7/2017 11:14 AM, Bob Hawkins via BVARC wrote: A correction from the last email. The correct web address is www.hamradios4heros.org . ___ BVARC mailing list B

Re: [BVARC] Ham Radio for Heroes website

This link works, gives access to the Home page. 73 Howard Bingham -- On 1/8/2017 1:13 AM, Jon Noxon wrote: That link did not open for me. Try clicking on this one: http://www.hamradios4heroes.org/#xl_xr_page_index Regards, Jon KF5TFJ ___ BVARC

Re: [BVARC] Home built 6 meter 5/8 wave vertical

On 1/9/2017 5:15 PM, Chris Boone via BVARC wrote: For SSB local and normal use, you want a horizontal antenna on 6…when the band opens, anything works…but for best SSB use, a H pol like a Halo or turnstile antenna for omni or yagi is best… Chris -- The ARRL Antenna book has a number of loo

[BVARC] [50mhz] 2017 6m EME DXpedition to VK9C and VK9X

Given some discussion about 6 meter antennas, here's a 6m DXpedition note from the "50mhz" list.. Howard Bingham KE5APJ Forwarded Message Subject:[50mhz] 2017 6m EME DXpedition to VK9C and VK9X Date: Sat, 14 Jan 2017 03:05:05

Re: [BVARC] Lightning Strike

When we had a backup power generator installed at my sister's over a year ago, the electricians not only grounded the generator which sits only a few feet off the ground, but also beefed up existing ground rods onn both Centerpoint power, but also the ATT phone leads, all grounded in different

[BVARC] A great commentary by former FCC agent Riley Hollingsworth to all amateurs

Found this link on the SETX Telecom reflector about FCC enforcement issues by Riley Hollingsworth at the 2007 Dayton Convention.

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Internet over Power Lines

Could this be any better than ATT U-Verse..? ATT U-Verse in Deer Park and Pasadena is over subscribed and Internet speeds drop to speed levels of DSL and below during the heat of day, only time I can view YouTube videos on PC, is late night and early hours of morning.. Today, our ATT U-Vers

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 contest

If I had an antenna up, don't know if I could reach SHOT, maybe a relay, but not directly. Haven't been on 10 since move to Deer Park, sister won't permit antennas on "her" house (Worse than HOA issues, not one I know of in Deer Park though.) 73 D. Howard Bingham KE5APJ - 10-10 # 75410

Re: [BVARC] Icom repairs

Same here, have an ICOM W32A with bad built in mike (Having to use a plugin mike from another make of radio.). Howard Bingham *KE5APJ* --- On 2/5/2017 2:31 PM, GMuller885--- via BVARC wrote: Does any one know who does Icom repairs now that HARS is no longer in the Houston area? One side of

[BVARC] [austinhams] Fwd: [QRP-L] ARRL Survey

Found this on Austin Hams Yahoogroup.. Pass it on to other ARRL Affiliated groups. 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ Member: ARRL, BVARC and ECHO === Forwarded Message Subject:[austinhams] Fwd: [QRP-L] ARRL Survey Date: Thu, 09 Feb 2017 17:26:

Re: [BVARC] Net

I have no problem checking into the BVARC PSN with my ICOM W32A in Deer Park, with ETA to be 35 miles line of sight from Deer Park. However did not check in last night due to weather, so don't know if I would have had the same problems.. Would really like to check in on my 50 watt Kenwood TM-

Re: [BVARC] New driving ordinance in Sugar Land

Another good precaution, be sure the wallet size (Preferably laminated & signed) and/ if so inclined, having a "Radio Operator" license plate could be a good identifier.. A truck driver friend, eve has his call sign on the cab of his truck & being an "Owner - Operator. his call sign is listed

[BVARC] FCC delays regulations intended to protect personal data online - YouTube

FYI: From: CBS News on YouTube 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ -- D. Howard Bingham * E-mail: ke5...@earthlink.net 2722 Wisdom* E-mail: howa...@hal-pc.org Deer Park, TX 77536 * E-mail: binghamdav...@

[BVARC] What pushed Radio Shack into bankruptcy? - CSMonitor.com

Found this in Christian Science monitor, short explanation of demise of the Radio Shack brand. I still have a battery powered shortwave receiver, has built in weather band as well as capability to receive analog TV audio for channels 2 - 13, use it as a clock radio, has AM and FM broadcast rad

[BVARC] Houston area Radio Shack Store closings from Houston Business Journal

- Forwarded message -- From: "The Business Journals" > Date: Mar 15, 2017 1:40 PM Subject: binghamdav...@gmail.com sent you an article from Houston Business Journal To: mailto:binghamdav...@gmail.com>> Cc: If you are having trouble viewing t

[BVARC] What is the link to renew FCC License.:

I've lost the link to RE-NEW my FCC License due to a Computer Crash & having to RE-INSTALL Windows 10 OS on my PC. Any assistance will be greatly appreciated. I looked on the BVARC Web site & couldn't locate the link. 73 D. Howard Bingham ke5apj 2722 Wisdom Drive Deer Park, Tx. 77536-6028 Home

Re: [BVARC] Test

Received loud & clear at: Howard Bingham -Original Message- From: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Sent: Mar 26, 2025 7:48 PM To: Rick Hiller via BVARC Cc: Chris Medlin Subject: [BVARC] Test 745pm Wednesday 3/26/25 Typos brought to you by iPhone ___

Re: [BVARC] Frys

On 2/25/2021 7:15 AM, Mark Brantana via BVARC wrote: I still miss Lafayette Electronics. Mark N5PRD Sent from my iPhone -- ME TOO, they were in 3900 block of Richmond Rd (About 2-3 blocks east of River Oaks Auto Stereo is now, back in 1960's, had bought first Short Wave receiver there LE-1

Re: [BVARC] NEWS BLAST Correction -- May Meeting Date

I received BOTH copies intact, could some ISP's be filtering BULK MAIL? (If you have NORTON 360, check your filtering, as Norton well known for labeling Bulk Mail as SPAM.) 73 D. Howard Bingham KE5APJ -- On 5/3/2021 8:06 AM, Roy Storey via BVARC wrote: I received the original email: May 2,

Re: [BVARC] backup power plan

Easy, get a Generac WHOLE HOUSE Generator, but be careful, as since the FREEZE & power outages several months ago, PRICES ARE WAY UP & supplies may be SHORT with a LONG WAIT for installation. My Nephew had the Generac system installed in my Sister's home in Deer Park 3 years ago, I need power

Re: [BVARC] Anybody have a suggestion for who may be able to repair my Kenwood TS 570?

Why doesn't a city as large as the Houston METRO area have at least ONE Factory Authorized SERVICE facility to repair major BRANDS of HAM RADIO Equipment, guessing MAJOR manufacturers support of their products not as important to the corporate types & purchasers are left to their own when REPAI

Re: [BVARC] Card checker?

Maybe it may be better to ask:  "What Does an ARRL Membership Card LOOK LIKE?" I have renewed regularly & for at least 5 YEARS, have NOT RECEIVED my ARRL MEMBERSHIP CARD..! D. Howard Bingham Member BVARC since 2003 (IIRC) ke5apj --- On 7/12/2021 2:02 PM, JP Pritchard via BVARC wrote: Oka

Re: [BVARC] Newbie's first HF radio

I have an un-used Yaesu FT-840 with power supply & antenna tuner FOR SALE at $ 350.00 if interested (Formerly owned by 2 Former BVARC Presidents & used at field days. Can't use at current residence due to no antenna permitted at the House. If interested, my address in Deer Park is listed in BV

Re: [BVARC] My handbook arrived today

I renewed my membership TOO with that offer & while the has made it through mu bank, Have yet to see either NEW Membership Card or the BOOK. D. Howard Bingham ke5apj Member BVARC since 2003 Member ARRL at least a year longer. -- On 10/12/2021 2:22 PM, Jonathan Guthrie, KA8KPN via BVARC

Re: [BVARC] PC repair

Check out any BEST BUY "GEEK SQUAD" Just Google: "GEEK SQUAD" for closest location. I've used them several times, they will make HOUSE CALLS if unable to bring to a "Best Buy" location. D. Howard Bingham -- On 10/26/2021 3:43 PM, Brent Levit via BVARC wrote: Hello, Can anyone recommend a P

[BVARC] Biden names Jessica Rosenworcel as first female FCC chair - The Washington Post

*This may be of interest to local HAM operators:* *73,* *D. Howard Bingham* *KE5APJ* -- ___

Re: [BVARC] Winter Heat.

If anyone is looking for a 6m "All-Mode" radio & antenna, I have a Ranger RCI-5054 100 with a NEW (Still in Box) M-2 6m HO Loop for sale. Neither has been fired up since I moved to Deer Park, if anyone is interested contact me at: Make a CASH OFFER, pick up in Deer Pa

Re: [BVARC] masts & towers

Have you considered M-2 HO Loop antennas, they "resemble some TV Antennas" & when stacked can cover 70cm, 2M & 6M (There are plans for similar Home Brews antennas in the ARRL Antenna book.0 D. Howard Bingham KE5APJ -- On 3/31/2022 9:15 AM, Jeff Greer via BVARC wrote: Well, my CC&Rs are not

Re: [BVARC] masts & towers

Didn't a BVARC MEMBER years ago take out a PERMIT in a Fort Bend County community to erect an antenna tower in his back yard, hire a contractor to drill foundation & erect a tower, & after permitted & constructed have a neighbor complain about the tower which IIRC was partially concealed by tre

Re: [BVARC] Off topic - looking for a computer repair company

Geek Squad located at Best Buy (They just rescued my PC from a corrupt Windows 7) Or: Micro-Center on South Rice in Bellaire 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ On 6/21/2017 5:47 PM, John Chauvin via BVARC wrote: Does anyone have a recommendation for a small computer rep

[BVARC] 10 Interesting Facts about Nikola Tesla - YouTube

10 Facts about Nikola Tesla that both new and OLD hams can appreciate. Your kids may find this interesting too.! 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ -- D. Howard Bingham *Email: ke5...@earthlink.net 2722 Wisdom Drive *Email: howa...

Re: [BVARC] BVARC NAME...

What's wrong with the current name? A redesign of the header to look more up to date is all that might be needed, possibly using a different font, as to content, why change it, other than need to include a copy of "Membership Application" in about every third or fourth edition.! When I joine

[BVARC] Fwd: [TenMeters] Hara up for sale

Found on the TenMeters List.. I thought this was a premier site, with the Annual ARRL Hamvention, as well as other regional events in the Northeast..? What's UP, or is ARRL going to have to find another venue..? 73 Howard Bingham KE5APJ = F

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