August 2009 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:18029] Re: New licensing trend
by k5uz＠suddenlink.net 19 Aug '09

19 Aug '09

This is great!! All the more reason to encourage everyone to get out and push recruitment of both new hams and ARRL members! If your not an ARRL member, why aren't you? 73 DE K5UZ ---- "Sumner wrote: > If the chart provided by Maria Somma survives the trip through > cyberspace to your computer, you will see that the number of new FCC > licenses issued continues to trend upward. Through the first seven > months of 2009 it is running 7.7% ahead of last year, which - if this > continues - will put the number at just over 30,000 for the year. > > > NEW FCC LICENSES > ISSUED 2005 THROUGH JULY 2009 > Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 > > Jan 876 1,274 1,647 1,755 1,960 > Feb 1,357 1,605 2,435 2,998 2,263 > Mar 1,705 2,531 3,478 2,816 3,463 > Apr 1,486 1,728 2,673 3,090 3,430 > May 1,651 2,283 2,607 2,562 2,717 > June 1,493 1,967 2,281 2,402 3,011 > July 906 1,401 1,786 2,077 2,220 > Aug 1,500 1,623 2,183 2,084 > Sep 1,139 1,357 1,462 1,763 > Oct 1,385 1,781 2,109 2,303 > Nov 1,540 1,993 2,132 2,197 > Dec 1,330 1,569 1,935 2,019 > > Totals 16,368 21,112 26,728 28,066 19,064 > > New licensing is finally overcoming the inertia of the 10-year license > term; according to Joe Speroni's figures at www.ah0a.org, total licenses > now in force are up by about 14,000 over a year ago, to more than > 674,000. That's not an all-time high, but another year of similar growth > will put us there. > > Dave K1ZZ >

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[arrl-odv:18028] New licensing trend
by Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ 18 Aug '09

18 Aug '09

If the chart provided by Maria Somma survives the trip through cyberspace to your computer, you will see that the number of new FCC licenses issued continues to trend upward. Through the first seven months of 2009 it is running 7.7% ahead of last year, which - if this continues - will put the number at just over 30,000 for the year. NEW FCC LICENSES ISSUED 2005 THROUGH JULY 2009 Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Jan 876 1,274 1,647 1,755 1,960 Feb 1,357 1,605 2,435 2,998 2,263 Mar 1,705 2,531 3,478 2,816 3,463 Apr 1,486 1,728 2,673 3,090 3,430 May 1,651 2,283 2,607 2,562 2,717 June 1,493 1,967 2,281 2,402 3,011 July 906 1,401 1,786 2,077 2,220 Aug 1,500 1,623 2,183 2,084 Sep 1,139 1,357 1,462 1,763 Oct 1,385 1,781 2,109 2,303 Nov 1,540 1,993 2,132 2,197 Dec 1,330 1,569 1,935 2,019 Totals 16,368 21,112 26,728 28,066 19,064 New licensing is finally overcoming the inertia of the 10-year license term; according to Joe Speroni's figures at www.ah0a.org, total licenses now in force are up by about 14,000 over a year ago, to more than 674,000. That's not an all-time high, but another year of similar growth will put us there. Dave K1ZZ

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[arrl-odv:18027] Membership Recruitment Program
by Kramer, Harold, WJ1B 18 Aug '09

18 Aug '09

Hi, I am sending you this message from Membership Manager Diane Petrilli regarding improvements in our membership recruitment activities at hamfests, conventions and related events. Bob Inderbitzen discussed some of these changes at his presentation at the July Board Meeting. We implemented these changes based on information gathered directly from our Membership Field Recruitment Program; ongoing discussions with hamfest organizers, SMs and Board Members; and research that we have conducted. These changes also will bring us into compliance with the new Privacy Policy. We have created a new section on the ODV page on our Web site called "Recruiting ARRL Members." Here is where you can find all of these materials and other information about membership recruitment : http://www.arrl.org/members-only/ODV/ . We have sent a similar message to the SMs. We will also be sending this information to the Hamfest organizers. 73, Harold ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ARRL Membership Recruitment Program To: ARRL Directors, Vice Directors and Section Managers Thank You Thank you for supporting ARRL membership recruitment at hamfests, conventions and radio clubs. Your efforts are critical to the vitality of ARRL and Amateur Radio. Below, please find information that may be useful as you continue to help with the important task of membership recruitment. Exhibit and Display Materials In an effort to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of ARRL materials supplied to the field, we have adopted an à la carte system for ordering handouts and display items for events, including hamfests and conventions. For instance, exhibit materials to support an ARRL booth at a hamfest can be ordered by the hamfest coordinator, ARRL Director, Section Manger, or any designee thereof. This new system will (1) enable you to customize the material and quantity of material you order for your event (2) reduce confusion by sending materials directly to the person responsible for the exhibit, (3) eliminate unwanted materials, and (4) ensure that only current materials are being displayed. Ordering exhibit and display materials is easy. A selection of items are available at low- or no-cost, including hanging and standing banners, tabletop displays, table throws, inexpensive giveaways -- pens, stickers, magnets and WAS/frequency charts, as well as several handouts and brochures for a variety of Amateur Radio interest areas and uses. To place an order: www.arrl.org/brochures <http://www.arrl.org/brochures> tel 1-888-277-5289 Please note: ARRL-affiliated conventions and hamfests receive door prizes (gift certificates). The prizes are sent to the convention organizer on record. The convention organizer will still also be sent ARRL frequency charts. Membership Applications and "Free Gift" Signs Please use the specially-coded (SEC) membership application on the ARRL web site - http://www.arrl.org/members-only/ODV/ This application includes several free book premiums for new or renewing members. You may also order a laminated tabletop sign to help draw attention to the "Free Gift" offer. Requests for printed applications and signs can be sent to dpetrilli(a)arrl.org <mailto:dpetrilli@arrl.org> . The sign can also be downloaded <http://www.arrl.org/members-only/SM/Sign-up-Poster-for-Repeater-Directory.p…> . Guidelines Please follow these guidelines when recruiting members and representing ARRL: 1. Review the ARRL Privacy Policy <http://www.arrl.org/ARRL_PrivacyPolicy.pdf> . For privacy and security, please keep an envelope with payments and applications close at hand at all times during the event. If you leave the booth for any reason, please keep the applications and payments on your person. 2. Return completed applications and payments within 24 hours. If the event is attended by ARRL staff, please give the completed applications and payments to the staff to return to ARRL headquarters. If the event is not attended by ARRL staff, return the applications and payments via First Class mail within 24 hours to Membership Manager, ARRL, 225 Main Street, Newington, CT 06111. Please ensure that all applications are returned to ARRL. ARRL retains the original applications on file. 3. Complete an ARRL Membership Recruitment Reconciliation Form <http://www.arrl.org/members-only/SM/Membership-Recruitment-Reconciliation-F…> . Include one completed form per event, and include it with the package of applications and payment. This form will serve as a double check that we received all applications, and will provide us with an accurate way to track membership applications received by event. 4. Free Book Premiums. If ARRL supplies you with free book premiums to offer to members as a signing incentive, please give the premiums only to those members who join or renew their membership with you - not as giveaways to those who visit the booth. 5. Do not sell premiums, publications, or trinkets on behalf of ARRL. The promotional materials and incentives may not be used for resale. 6. If you are organizing a hamfest or convention, please see the OFFICIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS CONCERNING ARRL HAMFESTS AND CONVENTIONS at www.arrl.org/FandES/field/hamfests/hamfest.pdf <http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/hamfests/hamfest.pdf> . Applications and inquiries regarding ARRL-sanctioned events should be directed to Gail Iannone, Convention Program Manager, hamfests(a)arrl.org <mailto:hamfests@arrl.org> . Diane Petrilli, KB1RNF--Membership Manager email dpetrilli(a)arrl.org tel 860-594-0297 Membership Recruitment Program.docx 8/5/2009

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This month's QST editorial
by n3llr＠earthlink.net 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

Dave, I've had some good comments on your column in this month's QST. Nice job! - Bill N3LLR

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[arrl-odv:18025] RE: [arrl-odv:18024] FW: The ARRL Letter, Vol 28, No 32 (Friday, August 14, 2009)
by Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ 15 Aug '09

15 Aug '09

Same thing happened to mine. I've alerted Jon Bloom. The whole issue is available at http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter/09/0814/ Dave K1ZZ/3 ________________________________ From: Bill Edgar [mailto:wedgar@verizon.net] Sent: Fri 8/14/2009 11:52 PM To: arrl-odv Subject: [arrl-odv:18024] FW: The ARRL Letter, Vol 28, No 32 (Friday, August 14, 2009) Whoops! I think we got an abbreviated copy here... <grin> - Bill N3LLR -----Original Message----- From: ARRL Letter Mailing List [mailto:letter-dlvy@arrl.org] Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 4:28 PM To: wedgar(a)verizon.net Subject: The ARRL Letter, Vol 28, No 32 (Friday, August 14, 2009) *************** The ARRL Letter Vol. 28, No. 32 August 14, 2009 *************** IN THIS EDITION: * ARRL President Harrison Presents League's Views on Distracted Driving Laws to Safety Advocacy Group * ARRL Responds to FCC's Proposed Allocation for Medical Devices in 70 cm Band * ARRL Executive Committee Approves Eight Education & Technology Program Grants * QEX: Look for the September/October 2009 Issue * Cutting Edge ARRL Contest Runs this Weekend * Amateur Radio Station WX4NHC Featured in National Commercial * 7O1YGF Operation Approved for DXCC Credit * Solar Update * IN BRIEF: This Week on the Radio ARRL Continuing Education Course Registration RadioShack Rebranding Itself as THE SHACK FCC: Vanity Call Sign Fees to Increase September 10 Mickey "Santa Claus" Hicks, WO6T (SK) There will be no ARRL Audio News for Friday, August 14. The ARRL Audio News will return on Friday, August 21. =========================================================== ==>Delivery problems: First see FAQ <http://www.arrl.org/members-only/faq.html#nodelivery>, then e-mail <letter-dlvy(a)arrl.org> ==>Editorial questions or comments only: S. Khrystyne Keane, K1SFA <k1sfa(a)arrl.org> =========================================================== ==> ARRL PRESIDENT HARRISON PRESENTS LEAGUE'S VIEWS ON DISTRACTED DRIVING LAWS TO SAFETY ADVOCACY GROUP To ensure that Amateur Radio is not an unintended victim of the growing public debate over what to do about distracted drivers, ARRL President Joel Harrison, W5ZN, has written a letter to the National Safety Council (NSC) <http://www.nsc.org/>, highlighting issues regarding the use of Amateur Radio emergency communications devices in vehicles <http://www.arrl.org/news/files/NSC_Letter7-30-09.pdf>. Many states have outlawed the use of cell phones while driving; some states with these laws have ambiguous wording (such as "mobile communication devices" or "mobile electronic devices") concerning the use of Amateur Radio while driving. According to their Web site, the NSC is "on a mission" to "alert the American public that different kinds of distractions have different levels of crash risk. Talking on a cell phone and sending text messages are much higher risk activities that occur for longer durations and with more people than most other actions engaged in while driving." They also seek to "lead a change in our nation's cultural norms, so people come to view cell phone conversations and text messaging while driving as unsafe and socially unacceptable. Calling for a legislative ban on these activities is the first step in a long-term process to educate Americans to their risk and change the culture" <http://www.nsc.org/resources/issues/distracted_driving.aspx>. Harrison explained to NSC President Janet Froetscher that Amateur Radio operators provide essential emergency communications when regular communications channels are disrupted by disaster: "Through formal agreements with federal agencies, such as the National Weather Service, FEMA and private relief organizations, the Amateur Radio volunteers protect lives using their own equipment without compensation. The ability of hams to communicate and help protect the lives of those in danger would be strictly hindered if the federal, state and local governments to not ensure that Amateur Radio operators can continue the use of their mobile radios while on the road." According to ARRL Chief Executive Officer David Sumner, K1ZZ, it boils down to the difference between simplex -- when only one message can be sent in either direction at one time -- and duplex -- a communications mode, such as a telephone system, that provides simultaneous transmission and reception in both directions. Harrison, citing Sumner's 40-plus years of experience as an Amateur Radio operator, puts it this way: "Simplex, two-way radio operation is simply different than duplex, cell phone use. Two-way radio operation in moving vehicles has been going on for decades without highway safety being an issue. The fact that cell phones have come along does not change that." Harrison attached a copy of the ARRL's Policy Statement on Mobile Amateur Radio Operation to the letter to the NSC. "Amateur Radio mobile operation is ubiquitous, and Amateur Radio emergency and public service communications, and other organized Amateur Radio communications activities and networks necessitate operation of equipment while some licensees are driving motor vehicles," the Policy Statement reads. "Two-way radio use is dissimilar from full-duplex cellular telephone communications because the operator spends little time actually transmitting; the time spent listening is more similar to, and arguably less distracting than, listening to a broadcast radio, CD or MP3 player. There are no distinctions to be made between or among Amateur Radio, public safety land mobile radio, private land mobile radio or citizen's radio in terms of driver distraction. All are distinguishable from mobile cellular telephone communications in this respect. Nevertheless, ARRL encourages licensees to conduct Amateur communications from motor vehicles in a manner that does not detract from the safe and attentive operation of a motor vehicle at all times. See the Policy Statement on the ARRL Web site: <http://www.arrl.org/govrelations/MobileAmateurRadioPolicyStatement.pdf>

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[arrl-odv:18024] FW: The ARRL Letter, Vol 28, No 32 (Friday, August 14, 2009)
by Bill Edgar 14 Aug '09

14 Aug '09

Whoops! I think we got an abbreviated copy here... <grin> - Bill N3LLR -----Original Message----- From: ARRL Letter Mailing List [mailto:letter-dlvy@arrl.org] Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 4:28 PM To: wedgar(a)verizon.net Subject: The ARRL Letter, Vol 28, No 32 (Friday, August 14, 2009) *************** The ARRL Letter Vol. 28, No. 32 August 14, 2009 *************** IN THIS EDITION: * ARRL President Harrison Presents League's Views on Distracted Driving Laws to Safety Advocacy Group * ARRL Responds to FCC's Proposed Allocation for Medical Devices in 70 cm Band * ARRL Executive Committee Approves Eight Education & Technology Program Grants * QEX: Look for the September/October 2009 Issue * Cutting Edge ARRL Contest Runs this Weekend * Amateur Radio Station WX4NHC Featured in National Commercial * 7O1YGF Operation Approved for DXCC Credit * Solar Update * IN BRIEF: This Week on the Radio ARRL Continuing Education Course Registration RadioShack Rebranding Itself as THE SHACK FCC: Vanity Call Sign Fees to Increase September 10 Mickey "Santa Claus" Hicks, WO6T (SK) There will be no ARRL Audio News for Friday, August 14. The ARRL Audio News will return on Friday, August 21. =========================================================== ==>Delivery problems: First see FAQ <http://www.arrl.org/members-only/faq.html#nodelivery>, then e-mail <letter-dlvy(a)arrl.org> ==>Editorial questions or comments only: S. Khrystyne Keane, K1SFA <k1sfa(a)arrl.org> =========================================================== ==> ARRL PRESIDENT HARRISON PRESENTS LEAGUE'S VIEWS ON DISTRACTED DRIVING LAWS TO SAFETY ADVOCACY GROUP To ensure that Amateur Radio is not an unintended victim of the growing public debate over what to do about distracted drivers, ARRL President Joel Harrison, W5ZN, has written a letter to the National Safety Council (NSC) <http://www.nsc.org/>, highlighting issues regarding the use of Amateur Radio emergency communications devices in vehicles <http://www.arrl.org/news/files/NSC_Letter7-30-09.pdf>. Many states have outlawed the use of cell phones while driving; some states with these laws have ambiguous wording (such as "mobile communication devices" or "mobile electronic devices") concerning the use of Amateur Radio while driving. According to their Web site, the NSC is "on a mission" to "alert the American public that different kinds of distractions have different levels of crash risk. Talking on a cell phone and sending text messages are much higher risk activities that occur for longer durations and with more people than most other actions engaged in while driving." They also seek to "lead a change in our nation's cultural norms, so people come to view cell phone conversations and text messaging while driving as unsafe and socially unacceptable. Calling for a legislative ban on these activities is the first step in a long-term process to educate Americans to their risk and change the culture" <http://www.nsc.org/resources/issues/distracted_driving.aspx>. Harrison explained to NSC President Janet Froetscher that Amateur Radio operators provide essential emergency communications when regular communications channels are disrupted by disaster: "Through formal agreements with federal agencies, such as the National Weather Service, FEMA and private relief organizations, the Amateur Radio volunteers protect lives using their own equipment without compensation. The ability of hams to communicate and help protect the lives of those in danger would be strictly hindered if the federal, state and local governments to not ensure that Amateur Radio operators can continue the use of their mobile radios while on the road." According to ARRL Chief Executive Officer David Sumner, K1ZZ, it boils down to the difference between simplex -- when only one message can be sent in either direction at one time -- and duplex -- a communications mode, such as a telephone system, that provides simultaneous transmission and reception in both directions. Harrison, citing Sumner's 40-plus years of experience as an Amateur Radio operator, puts it this way: "Simplex, two-way radio operation is simply different than duplex, cell phone use. Two-way radio operation in moving vehicles has been going on for decades without highway safety being an issue. The fact that cell phones have come along does not change that." Harrison attached a copy of the ARRL's Policy Statement on Mobile Amateur Radio Operation to the letter to the NSC. "Amateur Radio mobile operation is ubiquitous, and Amateur Radio emergency and public service communications, and other organized Amateur Radio communications activities and networks necessitate operation of equipment while some licensees are driving motor vehicles," the Policy Statement reads. "Two-way radio use is dissimilar from full-duplex cellular telephone communications because the operator spends little time actually transmitting; the time spent listening is more similar to, and arguably less distracting than, listening to a broadcast radio, CD or MP3 player. There are no distinctions to be made between or among Amateur Radio, public safety land mobile radio, private land mobile radio or citizen's radio in terms of driver distraction. All are distinguishable from mobile cellular telephone communications in this respect. Nevertheless, ARRL encourages licensees to conduct Amateur communications from motor vehicles in a manner that does not detract from the safe and attentive operation of a motor vehicle at all times. See the Policy Statement on the ARRL Web site: <http://www.arrl.org/govrelations/MobileAmateurRadioPolicyStatement.pdf>

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[arrl-odv:18023] Re:RE: interesting mail
by Tom Frenaye 14 Aug '09

14 Aug '09

At 10:16 AM 8/13/2009, John Bellows wrote: >I agree with Kay. As she notes though we are already involved in projects involving youth ( e.g. SAREX/ARISS, BSA, ETP, Teacher�s Institute, etc.) none of which has proven to be a one size fits all answer. I consider most of those programs to be incidental creators of new hams. Over time they will create new hams. They are all worthy programs to expose youth and others to Amateur Radio, but none of them are designed to generate new hams - and if they are, we ought to be measuring their success at doing so. >Unless we want to find a new source of revenue or scale back other programs, ARRL isn�t in a position to shoulder the lead in a new major project, but investigating areas of common ground and companion strengths with N6RC doesn�t cost us anything and could lead to another beneficial relationship. I agree that some contact with the Radio Arcala/Arkala folks is a good idea, and I'm glad Dave has already been involved. I don't think we have effectively committed to programs specifically generate new hams though. While we are tracking the numbers (29,000 new hams is the estimate for this year I think), and happy to see them slowly increasing, we have yet to commit our own resources to a significant effort beyond what we have been doing (and what I call "incidental creators" above). If you look at our instructor support, it still appears to be structured towards the traditional 8-10-12 week classes - instead of the reasonably successful weekend efforts (supplemented by some pre-study) that appeal a lot more to today's environment. >We appear to agree that we need to act soon (see comments bellows) and that a single ARRL reply is preferable and that should come from Joel or Dave. Normally I would suggest the reply should come fro the President but given Dave�s prior involvement with Radio Arcala as a Judge of its essay contest and on the Radio Arcala Facebook group I think the nod goes to him. Agree -- Tom ===== e-mail: k1ki(a)arrl.org ARRL New England Division Director http://www.arrl.org/ Tom Frenaye, K1KI, P O Box J, West Suffield CT 06093 Phone: 860-668-5444

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[arrl-odv:18022] Social Network Survey
by Kramer, Harold, WJ1B 14 Aug '09

14 Aug '09

Dear HQ Staff and Board: You have been selected to participate in an ARRL HQ survey. To help define some of the features for our new Web site, we would like to determine which members of the staff and the Board are currently using social media outlets. If you wish to participate, please proceed to the short survey below. Your answers will be used for our planning purposes, only. Please complete this questionnaire by clicking on the following link, and you will be redirected to an online survey hosted by Zoomerang. This survey will close on Friday August 21, 2009. Complete Survey Now> <http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/?p=WEB229J4LZBKVM> Or, copy and paste the following link into your browser: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/?p=WEB229J4LZBKVM Thanks/73, Harold Harold Kramer, WJ1B Chief Operating Officer ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 Telephone: 860 594 0220 email: hkramer(a)arrl.org web: www.arrl.org/ ________________________________ From: Kramer, Harold, WJ1B Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2009 9:47 AM To: Cornell,Jacqueline, KB1PWB Subject: Social Network Survey Jackie, Here is my draft for the Zoomerang survey. HK ------------------------------------------------------------------------ - To HQ Staff and Board: To help define some of the features for our new Web site, we would like to determine which members of the staff and the Board are currently using social media outlets. We realize you might want to keep this information private, so this survey is optional. However, if you wish to participate, please indicate which of the following social media sites you use: Facebook: Myspace: LinkedIn: Plaxo: Twitter: Other (please indicate): In addition, please indicate if you have an individual account or participate in any groups that are specifically linked to your interest in Amateur Radio. If you are willing to share this information with other HQ staffers, please indicate below, if not we will keep it confidential. I am willing to share this information with other HQ staffers: Yes or No I would be interested in participating in an ARR: HQ Social Network group: Yes or No This survey is for research purposes only. Harold Harold Kramer, WJ1B Chief Operating Officer ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 Telephone: 860 594 0220 email: hkramer(a)arrl.org <mailto:hkramer@arrl.org> web: www.arrl.org/ <http://www.arrl.org/>

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[arrl-odv:18021] Re: RE: 7O1YGF
by Bruce Frahm 14 Aug '09

14 Aug '09

Congrats Jim. My conf. to date was 4W1GM in the early 70s -- entered on W1CW's DXCC list photocopy system for Mixed. No band or mode info. I can picture the QSL.... but could I find it? At least I had the credit for #1 HR once RGG and co. went to BS7. 73 Bruce On Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 8:13 PM, <jfenster(a)pacifier.com> wrote: > Yippee...this gives me #1 Honor Roll. I have been waiting for this for 9 > years! > 73 > Jim K9JF > > > > >

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[arrl-odv:18020] Chwat Legislative Reports
by K8JE 13 Aug '09

13 Aug '09

Dave (CEO-type), I've often wondered what trigger's John Chwat to distribute his reports of state legislative activity. Does this occur on any type of regularity? A follow-up question is if the Board receives copies of each of the reports John issues? Finally, do you know if John contracts with external service agencies to report legislative activity to him or if his own people search for bills? Tnx for the insight. Jim Jim Weaver, K8JE, Director ARRL Great Lakes Division 5065 Bethany Rd. Mason, OH 45040 E-mail: k8je(a)arrl.org, Tel.: 513-459-1661 ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio

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