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AmateurLogic.TV Episode 221 is now available for download.

The live stream is running and everything is going a planned. What’s the worst that could happen? Power Failure!
Thanks to emergency preparedness, the show goes on.
Watch our memories of Huntsville Hamfest 2026. Emile fixes stuff and saves a buck.

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In this episode of AmateurLogic.TV (221), titled “The Night The Lights Went Out,” the hosts detail their experiences at the Huntsville Hamfest 2026 while dealing with a power failure during their live stream.

Key highlights and segments include:
Huntsville Hamfest 2026 Coverage: The team provides a comprehensive look at the hamfest (0:04:17-0:07:33, 0:11:34-0:18:50, 0:35:08-0:41:08, 0:45:17-0:57:25). This includes demonstrations of educational robots, discussions with vendors, and a look at various amateur radio hardware, such as Icom transceivers and mesh networking gear.
Technical Discussions: The hosts dive into various technical topics, including D-STAR, MMDVM hot spots, and transmission line theory as detailed in the ARRL Handbook (0:24:42-0:29:17).
Emergency Preparedness: The episode underscores the importance of having backup power solutions, which allowed the show to continue despite a power outage.
DIY and Repairs: The hosts showcase various DIY projects and repair tips, demonstrating how to save money on radio equipment and accessories (0:15:34-0:17:25, 0:29:51-0:31:51).

Ham College episode 143 is now available for download.

General Exam Questions Part 4
G1D – Volunteer Examiners and Volunteer Examiner Coordinators, temporary identification, element credit, remote operation.

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Key Topics Discussed:
Volunteer Examiners (VEs) and VEC: The hosts explain the requirements for becoming an accredited Volunteer Examiner (0:24:57-0:26:28), including age limits and the necessity of holding a higher-class license than the one being administered.
Examination Procedures: Discussion on what happens when an examinee passes an exam, including the validity of the Certificate of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) (0:23:20-0:24:51).
Station Operation: The program addresses rules regarding remote station control in a foreign country.(0:12:35-0:14:48).
License Privileges: Information on how to handle license upgrades and the administrative process for updating license data in the FCC database (0:14:55-0:16:35).

AmateurLogic.TV Episode 220 is now available for download.

Our latest experiments with Mesh Networking. Tommy builds a Solar Powered Mesh Node.
Emile talks about the rapidly growing Gulf Coast Mesh Network and demonstrates his equipment.
George unboxes an Elecrow Solar Powered M6 Thinknode.
And Mike opens up his new solar powered AM/FM/SW/BT radio to see what makes it tick.

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Ham College episode 142 is now available for download.

General Exam Questions Part 3.
G1C – Transmitter power regulations; data emission standards; 60-meter operation requirements.
Demonstration of PEP vs Average Power. Effective Radiated Power.

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Key Topics Covered:

PEP vs. Average Power: The hosts provide a practical demonstration using a transceiver and a True Peak Reading wattmeter to explain the differences between Peak Envelope Power (PEP) and average power across various modes like Single Sideband (SSB), AM, and FM (3:25 – 18:28).
Exam Preparation: The hosts review specific exam questions related to:
Power Limits: Maximum transmitter power for different bands, such as the 30-meter (10.140 MHz) band (19:05 – 21:53) and the 12-meter band (21:56 – 23:07).
60-Meter Band Rules: Specific operational requirements including bandwidth limits (23:08 – 25:06) and necessary log-keeping protocols (25:07 – 27:26).
General Power Limits: Discussing the 1,500-watt PEP limit for most HF bands (27:27 – 31:58).
Digital Protocols: The requirement to publicly document technical characteristics before using a new digital protocol on the air (32:08 – 35:36).
Effective Radiated Power (ERP): A discussion on calculating ERP, accounting for transmission line losses and connector signal attenuation. (38:03 – 44:44).
Community Updates: The hosts share upcoming plans for the Huntsville Hamfest (45:56 – 48:47) and mention the launch of a new dedicated Ham College YouTube channel.

AmateurLogic.TV Episode 219 is now available for download.

Field Day 2026 at Pearl River County Amateur Radio Club and W5AXC. Antennas, radios, and hams make for a fun weekend.
Mike’s SenseCAP K1100 and the Helium network.

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Episode Highlights:
In episode 219 of AmateurLogic.TV, the team reflects on their experiences at Field Day 2026 and explores various technical projects.
Pearl River County ARC: The team visited the Pearl River County Amateur Radio Club in Picayune, Mississippi, highlighting innovative setups like a multi-band dipole made from a chalk reel (3:12) and a vertical antenna construction (5:33).
W5AXC: George and Tommy shared their own station setups, discussing the use of the IC-7100, Icom IC-7760, and Yaesu FT-857D (11:15, 15:56), the challenges of getting antennas into trees, and the necessity of using antenna tuners and various battery solutions (12:33, 16:58, 25:00).
Technical Projects and News:
SenseCAP K1100: Mike demonstrates the Seeed Studio SenseCAP K1100 sensor prototype kit, discussing its integration with LoRaWAN and the Helium network to monitor greenhouse data (36:20, 41:40).
Mesh Networking: Emile discusses the Gulf Coast Mesh Network and the potential for experimenting with the 915 MHz ISM band (34:00, 56:59).
Homeowner Association (HOA) Solutions: Tommy shares an ARRL news story about a ham in California who successfully used a horizontal loop antenna around his fence (20:10).
Community Interaction: The episode concludes with viewer emails, including a discussion on troubleshooting an MFJ-949E tuner (47:47).

Ham College episode 141 is now available for download.

General Exam Questions Part 2.
G1B – Antenna structure limitations, good engineering and good amateur practice, beacon operation, prohibited transmissions, retransmitting radio
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Key Topics Covered:
Antenna Structure Limitations: Discussion of FAA/FCC registration requirements for towers, with a focus on height (3:40–6:00).
Beacon Operations: Explanation of beacon purposes, such as observing propagation (8:09–10:18), power limits (typically 100 watts PEP), and frequency allocations (e.g., 28.2–28.3 MHz on 10 meters) (22:48–26:48).
Transmission Rules: Rules regarding one-way transmissions, the prohibition of encryption (with specific exceptions for control signals), and the use of procedural signals like Q-codes (10:18–14:28, 18:57–20:00).
Legal & Operational Standards: Guidelines for state and local government regulation of antenna structures (15:26–16:56) and the definition of good engineering/amateur practice, which falls under FCC oversight (26:51–28:43).
International Communication: Rules regarding contacting amateurs outside of FCC jurisdiction (20:17–22:45).

AmateurLogic.TV Episode 218 is now available for download.

Major elimination of static and noise in HF radio reception using neural networks and machine learning. Sodium ion battery tests. Hurricane season preparation.

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