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[arrl-odv:32311] FW: pwr_dens program name change
by Fred Hopengarten 27 Apr '21

27 Apr '21

Dear Board: ARRL published the first edition of my book “Antenna Zoning for the Radio Amateur” in 2001 (20 years ago). At that time, I felt that it would be useful if a ham applying for a permit could show the neighbors and any authority, like a Planning Board or Board of Appeals, that the proposed project would not fry any eyeballs. Also at that time, I asked Ed Parsons, K1TR, then working at AT&T Labs in Andover, MA, if he could create a program that we could use in the advocacy for all necessary tower permits. He followed the OET-65 formulas, and I wrote the text. Since then, I’ve asked VE6SH to find a Canadian engineer who likes to find faults in others, and he did so. That engineer reported back to Tim that the program was fine. Similarly, I asked N6AA to look at it. He too reported no problem. I recently asked Matt Butcher, P.E., to look at the text. The Third Edition of the book will include: Thank you Matt Butcher, P.E., KC3WD, Sublight Engineering PLLC, <http://www.sublight.net/> www.sublight.net, for editing the explanation of maximum permissible exposure language for the printout of “Pwr_Dens” (the program by Ed Parsons, BSEE, MSEE, K1TR, that calculates exposure using the OET-65 formulas – and thanks to K1TR!). In other words, this program, and its concepts, have stood the test of time (20 years). Also, this program has text, which effectively (in my opinion) responds in greater detail than merely “pass or does not pass.” As you can see below, in his own words, K1TR grants permission to ARRL to publish his program. K1VR comments: · This is an executable file. It deposits the results into the folder from which it is run. I am forever forgetting which folder I ran it from, and must hunt down the results. It should be a web-based program. K1TR agrees. · This program does allow you to specify transmitter output, feedline loss, and antenna gain, thereby avoiding the EIRP/ERP problem. · The program allows for a person standing on the ground (and does the trigonometry), or a straight shot at a nearby 20 story apartment building. · I like my own writing in the text print out more than I like the writing of others on the topic of calming down neighbors. · I’m guessing that Ed would have to learn about how to construct a web page calculator. Someone else may be able to do this pretty quickly, and no additional permissions or payments are necessary to use his programming and my words. Text credits to him and to me would be sufficient. It’s all yours, if you want it. -Fred K1VR From: Parsons, Ed (EXT - US/Westford) [mailto:ed.parsons.ext@nokia.com] Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2021 2:52 PM To: hopengarten(a)post.harvard.edu Subject: pwr_dens program name change Fred, FYI I changed the name of the Windows app from pwr_dens_4.0_beta2.exe to pwr_dens_4.0.exe and uploaded it to https://www.qsl.net/k1tr/Downloads.htm as a zip file. Many e-mailers (e.g. MS Outlook) won’t allow attaching an .exe file to an email but it will allow attaching a .zip file. Ed From: Fred Hopengarten <hopengarten(a)post.harvard.edu> Sent: Monday, April 5, 2021 11:49 PM To: Parsons, Ed (EXT - US/Westford) <ed.parsons.ext(a)nokia.com> Subject: RE: [ALU] FW: [arrl-odv:32203] Effective Date for RF Safety Rule Changes OK, Ed. Thanks. -Fred From: Parsons, Ed (EXT - US/Westford) [mailto:ed.parsons.ext@nokia.com] Sent: Monday, April 05, 2021 4:39 PM To: hopengarten(a)post.harvard.edu Subject: RE: [ALU] FW: [arrl-odv:32203] Effective Date for RF Safety Rule Changes Yes it is okay to share with the ARRL and FCC. pwr_dens.exe is a Windows app, not an on-line calculator. I see some advantages to having an on-line version: · Nothing to download for the user. A lot less likely to get tangled in a user’s virus protection software. · Always up-to-date. The user doesn’t need to download a new version to get the latest bug fixes or improvements. This is something I may look into if I get some time.. Ed From: Fred Hopengarten <hopengarten(a)post.harvard.edu> Sent: Monday, April 5, 2021 2:28 PM To: Parsons, Ed (EXT - US/Westford) <ed.parsons.ext(a)nokia.com> Subject: [ALU] FW: [arrl-odv:32203] Effective Date for RF Safety Rule Changes Ed, Is it OK for me to recommend your program to the FCC and/or ARRL? -Fred K1VR

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[arrl-odv:32294] RF Exposure FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
by Kermit Carlson 27 Apr '21

27 Apr '21

Greetings All, Please find attached the PDF of the RF Exposure Frequently Asked Questions (Version 1.3). Ed Hare and the ARRL Laboratory are the authors of this document with technical advice from Dr. Greg Lapin, N9GL, and the RF Safety Committee. My thanks to the Executive Committee for their contribution to the editorial processof this document. This PDF version 1.3 is suitable for distribution. Any questionsor suggestion for future inclusion in the FAQ should be directed to the ARRL Laboratory by email at tis(a)arrl.org. One of the ARRL Laboratory engineers will respond to comments by email. The responsibility for updates to this living-breathing document will now pass the ARRL Laboratory staff under the direction of Ed Hare, W1RFI; and the the RF Safety Committee under the lead of Dr. Greg Lapin, N9GL. As ARRL members, we are indeed very fortunate to have such a great assemblage of truly gifted authorities in the field of RF Engineering. Please be aware that updates might be very common asdetails come into better focus as the discussions between the FCCand the ARRL develop clarifications and recommendations. Thanks again to Ed Hare, W1RFI, for the authorship of this FAQ. 73, Kermit Carlson W9XA ARRL EMC Committee Chair

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[arrl-odv:32298] (no subject)
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 26 Apr '21

26 Apr '21

Attached is the IN Newsletter for last week. Please enjoy!

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[arrl-odv:32293] Zoom info for PSC Meeting 4/28, 8 PM EDT
by Michael Ritz 23 Apr '21

23 Apr '21

Here is the Zoom info for the upcoming PSC meeting, scheduled for next Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 5 PM PDT (8 PM EDT). For the contesters in the bunch, it's 0000 Z. I'll publish a preliminary agenda this weekend. 73; Mike W7VO -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Meeting: ARRL P&SC Meeting Time: Apr 28, 2021 05:00 PM Pacific Time (0000 Z) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81756938801?pwd=ZWtWWWZpRGFPNlhqMndUdnJYa1VXUT09 Meeting ID: 817 5693 8801 Passcode: 459422 One tap mobile +13462487799,,81756938801#,,,,*459422# US (Houston) +16699006833,,81756938801#,,,,*459422# US (San Jose) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) Meeting ID: 817 5693 8801 Passcode: 459422 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcW7aY0nt6

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[arrl-odv:32292] Fwd: International Marconi Day | Social Contest!
by Lee Cooper 23 Apr '21

23 Apr '21

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[arrl-odv:32291] IMC, Tuesday, April 27, 830pm Eastern
by Niswander, Rick 23 Apr '21

23 Apr '21

Below is log-in information for the Investment Management Committee Zoom meeting next Tuesday, April 27, at 8:30pm Eastern Frederick (Rick) Niswander, PhD, CPA, CGMA Professor of Accounting East Carolina University Greenville, NC 27858 Rick Niswander is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86581522997?pwd=aVFwMjdjbEcwQldXYjBiWFpVNVVRUT09 Meeting ID: 865 8152 2997 Passcode: 369539 One tap mobile +13126266799,,86581522997#,,,,*369539# US (Chicago) +16465588656,,86581522997#,,,,*369539# US (New York) Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 865 8152 2997 Passcode: 369539 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keqdYtYIvP

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[arrl-odv:32278] EC April Meeting Minutes Approval
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 22 Apr '21

22 Apr '21

To Members of the Executive Committee: Having received no further edits, attached is the final draft of the Executive Committee Meeting Minutes dated April 5, 2021 for your consideration. With the comment period closed, this message then is the call for a vote from the committee members to approve the minutes (Yea or Nay). A simple majority is required for approval. If approved, we will then: *Post the minutes on-line to the ARRL web site *Distribute a copy to each member who has opted to receive the minutes via e-mail If you vote not to approve the minutes, please provide an explanation with recommended edits. Please respond by Monday, April 26. Respectfully, Carla Pereira, KC1HSX

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[arrl-odv:32282] Fwd: ARLB013 FCC Issues Enforcement Advisory: Radio Users Again Reminded Not to Use Radios in Crimes
by Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ 22 Apr '21

22 Apr '21

I'm getting some questions about this advisory. Is there any information of a specific event or threat that caused this advisory to be issued at this time? Is congress pressuring the FCC on a concern, for example? 73, Art K0AIZ Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ ARRL Midwest Division Director -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: ARLB013 FCC Issues Enforcement Advisory: Radio Users Again Reminded Not to Use Radios in Crimes Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2021 11:10:16 -0400 (EDT) From: ARRL Web site <memberlist(a)www.arrl.org> To: aiz(a)ctwsoft.com SB QST @ ARL $ARLB013 ARLB013 FCC Issues Enforcement Advisory: Radio Users Again Reminded Not to Use Radios in Crimes ZCZC AG13 QST de W1AW ARRL Bulletin 13 ARLB013 > From ARRL Headquarters Newington CT April 21, 2021 To all radio amateurs SB QST ARL ARLB013 ARLB013 FCC Issues Enforcement Advisory: Radio Users Again Reminded Not to Use Radios in Crimes On April 20, the FCC's Enforcement Bureau issued a new Enforcement Advisory, repeating the admonishments contained in a January Advisory that no licensee or user of the Amateur or Personal Radio Services may use any radio equipment in connection with unlawful activities of any nature. The Enforcement Advisory can be found online in PDF format at, https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-21-453A1.pdf . The Commission specifically cautioned that individuals found to have used radios in connection with any illegal activity are "subject to severe penalties, including significant fines, seizure of the offending equipment, and in some cases, criminal prosecution." In addition, licensees should be aware that illegal operation in any service or band, including completely outside the amateur allocations, could potentially disqualify a person from holding any FCC license in any service, not just the Amateur Service. Any amateur observing a suspicious infraction that might be of illegal or criminal nature should report it to their local law enforcement office or the FBI. NNNN /EX

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[arrl-odv:32284] Jan Stearns
by k5ur＠aol.com 22 Apr '21

22 Apr '21

Hi all: Following is information on the services for Jan Stearns includinga livestream link for the services this Friday, April 23rd at 12:00 PM (noon)Arizona time. https://vimeo.com/539376954 The services will be at Hansen's Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell,Scottsdale, AZ 85254. The services will be indoors with masks required andsocial distancing. 73, Rick – K5UR

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[arrl-odv:32281] July Board Meeting - Confidential
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 21 Apr '21

21 Apr '21

I know there's some enthusiastic expectations about the July Board Meeting so I wanted to provide some insight to our plans and also some limitations. I apologize for the delay in getting this out. Note that there are staff comments below so please keep this email Board Confidential. I don't want these points to be construed as anything other than providing information and guidance. * It is our intention to officially 'open' HQ with the Board Meeting here in July. I will be seeking approval from EC to make it something huge to include inviting the Governor, CT Senators, our local Congressman, and perhaps a representative of FCC, possible the FCC Chair. We believe it would be beneficial to take the opportunity to obtain some positive PR by attempting to make the reopening and the first in-person Board Meeting in a year a news "event" that would be picked up by local/state news and perhaps a national news agency. We want Members and the public to be excited about ARRL weathering the pandemic. * In terms of entering HQ, we remain a state with COVID protocols for offices. Our current protocol specifically prohibits staff from socializing around the building. While Board members are here, we will need to continue to follow those protocols; thus there will be no opportunity to walk through the building to check-in on people. Despite expecting HQ to be officially re-opened at that point, only a small number of visitors will be permitted to enter the lobby, unless they have an appointment in a conference room. * We are dealing with certain staff who are extremely concerned about being in the building due to COVID. I continue to project a positive message to staff, and hope by mid-July that the COVID vaccination rate and infection rate numbers for CT will be outstanding. That said, we've been baselessly reported twice to OSHA for allegedly not following COVID protocols in the building. We need to be careful to continue following protocol. * During that week we will also be running the Teachers Institute which will be a hybrid event. They will be using the large conference room so it will be unavailable. * I would encourage you that if you want to schedule a meeting with a staff member that you coordinate it through Carla and plan on keeping the meeting brief given the limitations. This is a view of July from today. Things may become more open, we may find that most or all employees have been vaccinated, and the concern over COVID has diminished. As we get closer to the Board Meeting, of course we will update you! Thanks David

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