Thursday 20 June 2013

The LAMFEST Ham Radio Rally in aid of cancer research.

Hello, Thank you for taking time to read my email.

The time has come for The LAMFEST Ham Radio Rally in aid of cancer research this weekend Sunday 23/6/2013 from 10 am to 4pm.

The LAMFEST in aid of cancer research
Building 21
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Wath Road
Elsecar
Barnsley
S74 8HJ
South Yorkshire

Outside of the front door of the rally is the platform for the heritage steam railway. There are some great shops in the heritage centre including an amazing antiques outlet. Well worth a visit. Bring your partner...

A huge thank you to the manufacturers for attending and supporting our very first Barnsley LAMFEST Ham Radio Rally in aid of cancer research. There are some great raffle prizes being donated by the manufacturers.

Icom UK – John Turner & Chris Ridley

Kenwood Electronics – David Wilkins

Yaesu UK – Paul Bigwood

Tony Topping, a world famous UFO expert is offering three talks during the day in his very own lecture area. A must see experience!

There is a great catering area with seating serving hot food from 8.30am

To top the day we have been able to secure a very cheap entry fee of £2.00 per adult and £1.00 for children.

We have a Bring & Buy stall available. There is no commission fee on your items. All we ask is a £2.00 donation for each item placed on the stand. If you sell on the day then all of the sale price is yours.

In addition we issued to our web site some amazing discounts on transceivers. These prices are available online, over the counter and @ the LAMFEST.

http://www.lamcommunications.net/index.php

We have issued a new PayPal experience to our web site to enable a swift transaction enabling you to buy with confidence. This facility will also be available at the LAMFEST this weekend.

Here is a link to the heritage centre google images.

https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=elesecar+heritage+centre&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-GB:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&tbm=isch&source=og&sa=N&tab=wi&ei=LPbDUdvvH6aW0QXP9YCgAg&biw=1600&bih=756&sei=LvbDUYGiE4mm0wX6qYCYCg

http://www.elsecar-heritage-centre.co.uk

Many thanks for reading. Our team hope to see you on Sunday.

Regards
Lee A. Marsh
‘M0LAM’
01226 361700

Wednesday 12 June 2013

Kenwood TS-480 SAT 100watts HF/50MHz





 £779.95


Kenwood TS-480SAT. HF/50Mhz All Mode Transciever
Key Features 100 Watt RF Output and Built-In ATU 16-Bit AF DSP and Equalization
Remote control (Kenwood Network Command System)
Using the ARHP-480 radio host program*, you can control the transceiver remotely over a LAN or via the Internet. The Kenwood Network Command System also enables VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) applications.

*When using this product for remote control of a transceiver using the Internet, you should ensure that you are familiar with and comply with the laws governing radio transmissions in the country where the transceiver is located.

To use ARHP-480 requires global IP; any questions regarding IP addresses should be directed to your provider.

A computer running Windows® 2000/XP and equipped with a microphone and speakers (or headphone) is required for VoIP.

TX/RX AF DSP: 16-bit AF digital signal processing offersl such powerful features as noise reduction, TX/RX equalizer, and AF filters.

Compact construction: As well as being designed for compactness,l both models are supplied with a convenient carrying bracket that’s perfect for any DX’pedition.

Separate LCD control panel with speaker: Sporting a largel amber LCD with backlit keys, the standalone control panel can positioned anywhere up to 4 metres from the main unit.

Continuous RX: 500kHz (VFO:l 30kHz) to 60MHz

TX: covers all Amateur bands 1.8MHz to 50MHz

Other features include a quad-mixer that provides RX dynamic range in the TS-950 class, PSK31 compatibility, packet cluster tune (with TM-D700E), PC-based control, and optional IF filters.

Tailor-made for DX’ing, the new TS-480HX HF transceiver raises the bar on portable performance. Despite its compact dimensions, it delivers an astonishing punch: 200W with a DC 13.8V supply.

Its separate control panel is perfect for base station use.

Sharing virtually all the same powerful features is the 100W TS-480SAT, except that it boasts a built-in antenna tuner. Whichever model you choose, you can be sure of enjoying the best of both worlds first-rate communications at home and on the trail.

Icom IC-T70 Last Batch








Icom IC-T70e VHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER
The IC-T70E VHF/UHF dual band handheld transceiver is the successor to Icom’s best selling IC-T7H. The IC-T70E has many impressive features including 700mW loud audio, long-lasting power, rugged construction , plenty of memory channels, all at a competitive price. In short, the IC-T70E offers practical dual band operation and ruggedness, updated for today's radio enthusiast.
5W of output power both VHF/UHF bands
The IC-T70E employs a new low consumption current FET module providing 5W of high power and long operating time for both VHF and UHF bands. For even longer operating time, 2.5W or 0.5W of reduced output power can be selected.

700mW loud audio
The IC-T70E uses a BTL (bridge-tied load) amplifier that doubles the audio output. The 36mm large speaker delivers 700mW of loud and intelligible audio even in noisy environments.

IP54 and MIL-STD 810 rugged construction
Dust protection and water-resistance equivalent to IP54 provides reliable operation for practical outdoor operation. The IC-T70E is tested and has passed 11 MIL-STD 810 environmental tests.

Alphanumeric display
The 6-character alphanumeric display clearly shows channel name, operating frequency and memory number with bright illumination.

External DC Power Jack
An external DC power jack allows for operation and charge when used with an external DC power supply (10-16V DC).
*The BP-265 cannot be charged using the external DC power jack.
302 memory channels
With 302 alphanumeric memory channels, including 50 band edges and 2 call channels, the IC-T70E gives you flexible scanning lists. With a maximum of 26 memory banks*, you can pick and choose the desired banks for scanning from the 250 memories.
*Up to 100 channels per bank.
Internal VOX function
The IC-T70E has an internal VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) function for convenient hands-free operation when used with a compatible optional headset and plug adapter cable. Also, the VOX level and VOX delay time are adjustable.

Built-in CTCSS and DTCS
CTCSS and DTCS tones are built-in for quiet stand-by and repeater access. Pocket beep and tone scan are also possible. The tone scan allows the operator to detect the sub-audible tone that is used for repeater access.

Multiple scan function
The IC-T70E supports various scan types for maximum reception and ease of use.
  • Full scan
  • Programmed scan
  • Program link scan
  • Band scan
  • Memory scan
  • Bank scan
  • Bank link scan
  • Skip scan
  • Duplex scan
  • Tone scan Priority scan

Other Features
  • Power save function
  • SMA type antenna connector
  • Key lock function
  • TOT (time out timer) setting
  • Repeater lockout and busy channel lockout
  • 1750Hz tone for European tone access
  • PC cloning capability and transceiver-to-transceiver cloning (Optional)
  • Direct keypad frequency entry
  • 16 DTMF autodial memories
  • Auto power off
  • Wide/narrow channel spacing

Thursday 6 June 2013

12th Junction 28 QRP Rally

Sunday 9th June 2013

South Normanton Alfreton and District ARC (SNADARC) in association with the G-QRP Club


present
12th Junction 28 QRP Rally

Alfreton Leisure Centre, Church St, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7BD
10 mins from M1/J28 and the A38.


Traders Access at 07:30

Doors open to the Public at 10.00am.

Amateur Radio, Electronics and Related Items, Special Interest Groups.
Catering, Bar, Free Parking, Full Disabled Access.
Talk-in on 2m (S21)


Details: Anya Lawrence Club Secretary 0115 9307322
adylawri@btinternet.com

DIRECTIONS TO THE RALLY:



From A38 South:

At the roundabout take the A61 into Alfreton.
At the set of lights at the junction with the B6019, take the left turn.
Follow the short road and bear left into Alfreton Leisure Centre.

From M1 Junction 28 and  A38 from Mansfield:

At J28 Roundabout, take the B6019 road into South Normanton.
Stay on the B6019 and at the mini-roundabouts in South Normantom
go straight on, over the railway bridge at Alfreton Station and up the hill
to the main roundabout in Alfreton.
Turn right at this roundabout into Alfreton High Street.
At the junction with the B6019 and A61, go straight over the lights
follow the short road and bear left into Alfreton Leisure Centre.

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