Radtel RT-470 problem with CHIRP software.

                       RADTEL RT-470

 Can't program it in CHIRP?   Here is how!

If you are trying to program a Radtel RT-470 with CHIRP and get an "Unknown Device" error your solution can be found on the RADTEL website.

Simply go to the Support page and download the version  2.11 driver and upload it to your radio.  The driver comes with the boot loader.


Website:   https://www.radtels.com/pages/software-download

LOOK FOR:
Load 28-14) V2.11A  Firmware for New RT-470L (FW V2.0/HW 11-V2.0) (V2.11a 231026) 

It is tricky because the screens are in Chinese but here is an instructional video;

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LoTW STATUS REPORT

 

Update 7/3/2024 - LoTW is back up and running.

This is a very handy link to know right now:

 https://status.lotw.arrl.org/

Museum Ships on the Air June 1-2, 2024

 

Broadcast hours of operation will be from 8:00am Saturday June 1st through 3:00pm Sunday June 2nd.  

For more information:  https://jaxnavalmuseum.org/museum-ships-on-the-air-weekend-2024/

eQSL is a Fine Resource, Until You Move

 I have been using eQSL for many years and when I moved to New Mexico from California, I set up my ham shack and carried on with my hobbie.  I updated my address but I could not change the state on my QSL information.   The problem was I needed to designate an end date to my California account and create a New Mexico sub account with a new start date for future QSLs.

The problem is I overlapped QSLs between my two residences and now my account information is a disaster. 

I think I figured out how to correct the problem.  It isn't as simple as deleting the QSL records prior to my move.  It may intail downloading my ADIF file, editing and uploading it back to the site.  The trick is I do not want to lose all my QSLs nor do I want to double the good ones.

Here is the solution:

Log into your account and your new sub account.

Click Outbox

Click Select Display Pages

Enter the date range of the bad records.  (Hint - They are before your start date on your new sub account.)

Click the left most Icon on each record - Looks like a pencil on a pad of paper

Verify the QSO date 

Click Delete

Repeat with the rest of the list.

Hope this video helps:

NC4XL Dave Domina Advice for Those Posting Comments in Ham Groups

Great advice from NC4XL!

SENATORS WICKER, BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCE THE AMATEUR RADIO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ACT

 Legislation Helps Increase Communication Options During Natural Disasters

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., introduced legislation to give amateur radio operators the right to install their antennas and serve their community. Homeowner association rules prevent amateur radio operators from installing outdoor antennas on residential properties even though this communication method has proven to be essential in emergencies and natural disasters, such as hurricanes in states like Mississippi and Connecticut.

“Because communication during natural disasters is often hindered, we should be making every attempt to give folks more options. Reliable access can make the difference between life and death in an emergency. Our legislation removes roadblocks for amateur radio operators looking to help their friends, families, and neighbors,” Senator Wicker said.

“Our measure will help clarify the rules so ham radio enthusiasts can successfully continue their communications. In the face of emergency or crisis, they help provide vital, life-saving information that allow listeners to properly and safely respond, but prohibitive home association rules and confusing approval processes for installing antennas have been an unnecessary impediment,” Senator Blumenthal said. “The Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act resolves these bottlenecks and ensures that radio operators can function successfully.”

Background:

The Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act of 2024 would require homeowner associations to accommodate the needs of amateur radio operators by limiting the scenarios in which they can ban, prevent, or require the approval of the installation or use of amateur radio antennas. Homeowner associations have often prevented installation and use through private lands restrictions, potentially hindering access to emergency communications.

Among other provisions, this legislation would:

• Prohibit homeowner association rules that would prevent or ban amateur radio antennas;
• Clarify the approval process for installing amateur radio antennas;
• Give amateur radio operators a private right of action.

The Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act of 2024 has been endorsed by the Amateur Radio Relay League.

The full text of the legislation can be found here.

ISS - NA1SS FLYOVER ALAMOGORDO, NM

 Video of the ISS Flyover Jan 14, 2024 18:30

The Ham Radio Station on board was operating and locals were makeing contact.

Sorry about the shakiness of the cellphone camera.  The ISS passed over us at 17,400 miles per hour and it was hard to handle the camera and the ham radio.

I heard "DM79" coming up a lot and that is a Ham Radio Grid signifying Denver, CO.

Our Grid area is DM72, which goes from Alamogordo to the Texas border and east to Carlsbad.

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#HamRadio