March 2021 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:32096] Fw: Major problems with ARRL.net mail forwarder
by Richard Norton 15 Mar '21

15 Mar '21

Hopefully, this can be taken care of by someone on staff? ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Bob Wilson, N6TV <n6tv(a)arrl.net>To: Kristen A. McIntyre, K6WX <k6wx(a)arrl.org>Cc: Dick Norton N6AA <richardjnorton(a)yahoo.com>; Bob Vallio, W6RGG <rbvallio(a)gmail.com>Sent: Monday, March 8, 2021, 03:54:32 PM PSTSubject: Major problems with ARRL.net mail forwarder Hi Kristen, Help please! I subscribe to multiple groups.io reflectors using my n6tv(a)arrl.net address. The ARRL mail forwarding service is rejecting many posts as spam. I don't know who to contact at ARRL to fix this. The Email received from Groups.IO is below Hello, Recently, emails sent to you have bounced back to us. This can be for many reasons, including: - We have an incorrect email address for you. - Your account was or is full. - Other temporary delivery issues. To view the error messages we receive from your email server, click here. [see results below] We have suspended email delivery to you. This means you will no longer receive messages from the groups you are subscribed to, including: - updates(a)groups.io - ic-7610(a)groups.io - main(a)NCCC.groups.io - ic-7300(a)groups.io - RBN-OPS(a)groups.io - Elecraft-K3(a)groups.io - waterfallbandmap(a)groups.io - hdsdr(a)groups.io - Perseus-SDR(a)groups.io - main(a)myarrlvoice.groups.io - mldxcc(a)groups.io - nccc-announce(a)groups.io - nccc-green(a)NCCC.groups.io - icom7850(a)groups.io - main(a)SDR-Radio.groups.io - Elecraft-K4(a)groups.io - Acom-List(a)groups.io - RemoteKeyerInterface(a)groups.io - cqp2020sequoia(a)groups.io - main(a)speexpertamps.groups.io You must take action to restore your account. To unbounce your account, go to the following link [done]. But the reject log shows the ARRL.NET forwarder thinks all these posts are spam or something. Recent Bounces | When | Message | Reason | | 2:01pm | #32615 [ic-7300] Price increase coming or what? | mx-2.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 1:57pm | #32614 [ic-7300] Price increase coming or what? | mx-2.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 1:22pm | #32613 [ic-7300] Thank you | mx-all.pobox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 1:12pm | #32612 [ic-7300] Price increase coming or what? | mx-2.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 1:08pm | #32611 [ic-7300] Info please | mx-3.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 1:01pm | #32610 [ic-7300] About the ARB-704 Amp Keying Interface | mx-2.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 12:49pm | #32609 [ic-7300] Value of 7300 Update | mx-1.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 11:55am | #32608 [ic-7300] Info please | mx-3.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 11:43am | #32607 [ic-7300] Info please | mx-all.pobox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 11:34am | #9556 [mldxcc] DX?? | mx-1.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 6:59am | #32601 [ic-7300] About the ARB-704 Amp Keying Interface | mx-all.pobox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 6:54am | #32600 [ic-7300] #cw Rig setup when using N3FJP in CW mode? | mx-3.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 6:40am | #101880 [NCCC] ARRLDX SSB W6SX SOAB HP | mx-all.pobox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 3:15am | #32599 [ic-7300] Price increase coming or what? | mx-3.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | 12:50am | #32598 [ic-7300] What does the blinking red OVF mean just to the right of the Filter? I’m new to the 7300 | mx-all.pobox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | Mar 6 | #32597 [ic-7300] IC-7300_ENG_Info_V1.40_0 (Changes). | mx-3.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | Mar 6 | #3178 [icom7850] spike on 7851 when unkeyed | mx-3.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | Mar 6 | #32596 [ic-7300] Price increase coming or what? | mx-3.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | Mar 6 | #32595 [ic-7300] Rs-ba1 software | mx-1.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | | Mar 6 | #32594 [ic-7300] Price increase coming or what? | mx-1.rightbox.com: 554 5.7.1 <n6tv(a)arrl.net>: Recipient address rejected: dnsbl/bl.spamcop.net returned deny: for 66.175.222.108 (mail02.groups.io) | 73, Bob, N6TV

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[arrl-odv:32142] IN Newsletter March 12, 2021
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

Please see this week's IN Newsletter for updates from around HQ. Have a great weekend!

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[arrl-odv:32141] Fwd: Germany bans 'water vitalizer' over radio interference
by Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

Germany took action over a consumer item impacting ham radio. Just in case you didn't see the article, here's the link: https://apnews.com/article/lifestyle-germany-989f0b5fd1630b5a18d5b56b7af0cf… <https://apnews.com/article/lifestyle-germany-989f0b5fd1630b5a18d5b56b7af0cf…> 73, Art K0AIZ Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ ARRL Midwest Division Director

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[arrl-odv:32129] Proposed Silent Key - Donor Category Annotation
by Richard Norton 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

I think there is a risk that using the Silent Keys listings to recognize donors will be used to further bolster the argument made by some that “ARRL is all about money”. We already recognize donors in QST and in the League’s Annual Report. Personally, I am also concerned that some members will be less inclined to want their calls listed in SK when they pass away because the absence of a special designator will make it clear they’re in the “non-donor” or “insignificant-donor” class. I know of no other group, such as university alumni associations, that includes lifetime donation history in their equivalent to SK reporting. The Silent Key listing serves to pay our respect to all deceased members, not to create financially based classes or tiers. Can’t we put money aside when paying this one final tribute? 73, Dick, N6AA

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[arrl-odv:32138] 3.4 GHz FCC Presentations
by david davidsiddall-law.com 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

ODV, Earlier this week I met (by telephone) with the wireless advisors to 3 of the 4 FCC Commissioners; and also with the principal staff members working on this part of the reallocation / auction. The written account of the meetings required by FCC rules is attached. Our presentation was well-received and will be helpful at the next stage (likely to address 3.3-3.45, or at least 3.35-3.45 GHz). With the current 2-2 split in political party representation on the Commission, and an acting Chair, I believe that indefinite amateur continued use of 3.3-3.45 GHz is solid, but I am skeptical that our additional requested changes will be made notwithstanding quite a bit of favorable comment from some of the staff. However, it was vital that we put these on the table now so that they already are known and understood by the staff when they start work behind the scenes on the next stage. (And that “next stage” is all but inevitable with tremendous interest and pressure being exerted by Congress to re-allocate more of this band to commercial services. IMHO, only a disappointing auction of this spectrum could weaken this demand.) As always, please direct any questions or comments to me. 73, Dave K3ZJ (WR8AA in WPX) David R. Siddall Managing Partner DS Law, PLLC 1629 K St. NW, Ste 300 Washington, DC 20006 direct: +1 202 559 4690 Unauthorized Disclosure Prohibited. This e-mail is intended solely for the intended recipient(s) and may contain information that is proprietary, confidential or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, it is prohibited to disclose, copy, distribute, or use the contents of this email and its attachments. If you received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all electronic and physical copies of the e-mail message and its attachments. Unintended transmission shall not constitute waiver of attorney-client or any other privilege. Thank you.

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[arrl-odv:32136] Fwd: Proofreader Needed! : The ARRL Letter for March 11, 2021
by Michael Ritz 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

Members are finding the ohm/watt error funny at least..... 73; Mike W7VO > ---------- Original Message ---------- > From: Craig Bledsoe <outlook_21A5F4B49B4DFB58(a)outlook.com> > To: "w7vo(a)arrl.org" <w7vo(a)arrl.org> > Cc: "kl7ts(a)arrl.net" <kl7ts(a)arrl.net>, "frozennerd(a)gmail.com" <frozennerd(a)gmail.com>, Peter More <peter(a)petermore.com>, "n4edt(a)arrl.net" <n4edt(a)arrl.net>, Joe Spears <jgspears(a)gmail.com>, "k7cbs(a)cox.net" <k7cbs(a)cox.net>, "kdbirt(a)gisborne.net.nz" <kdbirt(a)gisborne.net.nz> > Date: 03/11/2021 4:05 PM > Subject: Proofreader Needed: The ARRL Letter for March 11, 2021 > > > Hi Mike >>> > > Did you know that for every ohm of impedance there is a watt of power? Apparently that's true down in New Zealand; see the "Monster Dipole" article below. Fun stuff! > > 73, > > Craig, KL7H > > > > > [Ad] http://www.arrl.org/nladclick.php?n=al&i=2021-03-11&t=r&p=0 > [Ad] http://www.arrl.org/nladclick.php?n=al&i=2021-03-11&t=r&p=1 > [Ad] http://www.arrl.org/nladclick.php?n=al&i=2021-03-11&t=r&p=2 > [Ad] http://www.arrl.org/nladclick.php?n=al&i=2021-03-11&t=r&p=3 > [Ad] http://www.arrl.org/nladclick.php?n=al&i=2021-03-11&t=r&p=4 > [Ad] http://www.arrl.org/nladclick.php?n=al&i=2021-03-11&t=r&p=5 > [Ad] http://www.arrl.org/nladclick.php?n=al&i=2021-03-11&t=r&p=6 > > > > > --------------------------------------------- >

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[arrl-odv:32132] March 11, 2021 - ARRL Letter "Monster Antenna" Problems
by Richard Norton 11 Mar '21

11 Mar '21

The March 11, 2021 ARRL Letter contains an article about a "Monster Antenna" that is purported to deliver a "Monster Signal." The article does not appear to have been adequately technically edited. First of all, the impedances are described with "W," instead of the proper Ohms, or the Greek letter, Omega. This is likely a typographical error made by someone unfamiliar with electronics. Second, adding claims like "Monster Signal" is at best misleading. An antenna made of 1900 feet of wire is likely to have peaks and nulls in it's pattern, but does not radiate a "Monster Signal" in desired directions as a rotatable antenna could. Where the antenna may to be an interesting construction project, this article should have been edited by technical personnel before being sent to League members. The ARRL has a history of technical review of information it provides. This article does not live up to the League's standards. 73, Dick, N6AA

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[arrl-odv:32125] Fw: Tuck Miller SK
by Richard Norton 11 Mar '21

11 Mar '21

Tuck was Vice Director when W6XD was Director. He was NZ6T at the time. Tuck moved to his Illinois hometown after retirement in San Diego. RIP. 73, Dick, N6AA Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: "Tom Fagan" <k7df_tom(a)yahoo.com> To: "Carl Gardenias" <wu6d(a)arrl.org>, "Ned Stearns" <aa7a(a)arrl.org>, "Richard Norton" <n6aa(a)arrl.org>, "QRZ SK" <support(a)qrz.com>, "Sk" <sk(a)arrl.org>, "Rick Paquette W7RAP" <w7rap(a)arrl.org> Cc: Sent: Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 5:13 PM Subject: Tuck Miller SK Tuck Miller NF9T passed away this morning. He was a former ARRL SM San Diego and VD SWD. His wife and daughter said he collapsed this morning and they could not revive him. He was suffering from Parkinson's. So sad, he was a good friend. Tom K7DF ARRL ASM Arizona

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[arrl-odv:32103] Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
by Mark J Tharp 11 Mar '21

11 Mar '21

Any chatter about getting together again in July? As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday. In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot. ?? Mark, HDX

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[arrl-odv:32109] Fwd: ARISS Press Conference on Columbus Radio System
by Mark J Tharp 10 Mar '21

10 Mar '21

In case anyone wants to watch the news conference today.. 73.. Mark, KB7HDX March 8, 2021—The ARISS team will conduct a 45-minute press conference for media this Wednesday March 10 at 1900 UTC (1400 Eastern Standard Time). This press conference will focus on the ARISS Radio system mounted in the Columbus module. As a reminder, the ARISS team has been working very closely with NASA and ESA to identify potential causes of an ARISS radio anomaly first observed after the EVA (spacewalk) conducted on January 27. No transmissions or receptions have been heard from this radio since the EVA. During the spacewalk, cabling was installed to support the commissioning of the Bartolomeo attached payload capability mounted on Columbus. Part of this effort rerouted the ARISS antenna cable through one of the Bartolomeo cables. The press conference will provide insight into some of the cable troubleshooting that has occurred. It will also discuss the EVA (spacewalk) planned for Saturday March 13 where astronauts Michael Hopkins and Victor Glover will complete the connection of payload cables on the new Bartolomeo platform. While at the Bartolomeo platform, the astronauts plan to reroute the ARISS cabling back to its original configuration prior to the January 27 EVA. Interested media can attend the upcoming press conference using the following GoTo meeting credentials: *ARISS Press Conference: Columbus Module Hardware Status Wed, Mar 10, 2021 1900-1945 UTC/2:00 PM - 2:45 PM (EST)* *Please join from your computer, tablet or smartphone. * https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/229563437 *You can also dial in using your phone.* United States: +1 (646) 749-3129 <+16467493129,,229563437> *Access Code:* 229-563-437 *More phone numbers:* Australia: +61 2 8355 1050 <+61283551050,,229563437> , Austria: +43 7 2081 5427 <+43720815427,,229563437> , Belgium: +32 27 00 6378 <+3227006378,,229563437> Brazil: +55 21 3500-3941 <+552135003941,,229563437> , Bulgaria: +359 2 906 0605 <+35929060605,,229563437> ,Canada: +1 (647) 497-9391 <+16474979391,,229563437> Chile: +56 2 3214 9680 <+56232149680,,229563437> , Colombia: +57 1 600 9953 <+5716009953,,229563437> , Czech Republic: +420 2 55 71 95 02 <+420255719502,,229563437> Denmark: +45 32 72 03 82 <+4532720382,,229563437> , Finland: +358 923 17 0568 <+358923170568,,229563437> , France: +33 170 950 594 <+33170950594,,229563437> Germany: +49 721 9881 4161 <+4972198814161,,229563437> , Greece: +30 21 0 300 2583 <+302103002583,,229563437> , Hungary: +36 1 933 3699 <+3619333699,,229563437> Ireland: +353 15 360 728 <+35315360728,,229563437> , Israel: +972 3 376 3070 <+97233763070,,229563437> , Italy: +39 0 230 57 81 42 <+390230578142,,229563437> Luxembourg: +352 34 2080 9219 <+3523420809219,,229563437> , Malaysia: +60 3 7724 4059 <+60377244059,,229563437> , Mexico: +52 55 3687 7278 <+525536877278,,229563437> Netherlands: +31 207 941 377 <+31207941377,,229563437> , New Zealand: +64 9 280 6302 <+6492806302,,229563437> , Norway: +47 21 93 37 51 <+4721933751,,229563437> Panama: +507 308 4334 <+5073084334,,229563437> , Peru: +51 1 642 9424 <+5116429424,,229563437> , Romania: +40 31 780 1158 <+40317801158,,229563437> South Africa: +27 11 259 4924 <+27112594924,,229563437> , Spain: +34 932 75 2004 <+34932752004,,229563437> , Sweden: +46 853 527 836 <+46853527836,,229563437> Switzerland: +41 225 4599 78 <+41225459978,,229563437> , Turkey: +90 212 900 4807 <+902129004807,,229563437> , United Kingdom: +44 330 221 0088 <+443302210088,,229563437> -------------------------------------------- Frank H. Bauer, KA3HDO ARISS-USA Executive Director ARISS International Chair ISS Ham Radio Program Manager & PI e-mail: ka3hdo(a)gmail.com NASA e-mail: Frank.Bauer(a)nasa.gov Cell Phone: 301-873-0890 Work Phone: 410-321-1513

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