Anyone interested in ham radio should follow this account.
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If you still use a raspberry pi for a Bitcoin node, it’s is time to upgrade it to a more powerful computer and use the pi for meshtastic
#mesh #pi #radio #meshtastic
Check this out, there is a POTA Spots Nostr account for Japan in English, nostr:npub18ctfr2n4h6m2lu5g0enhky8cnfdtnac70c79fqqwk64ed5a0mxnsj9rk6u . I just happened to see it in the universal feed. Give them a follow.
Also, let me know if you find more ham radio focused Nostr accounts to boost. We need more of this. nostr:note12j3vhxe449uxr20r900vpt2c0ejulgk5l6ansc4ajdnvdf397kwq8nsat7
Short answer,
Tech can transmit data on some desirable spectrum.
Longer answer,
This chart shows the privileges for the various licenses, frequencies and data transmission types. The 3rd column shows what the Tech License can do. The red portions are where data can be transmitted. You can do a lot with this.
Children pass the tech exam all of the time. The general license is marginally more challenging, basically the same sorts of questions with a few more details about HF bands. You should just go for it, you won’t regret it.
https://www.arrl.org/files/file/Regulatory/Band%20Chart/Band%20Chart%20-%2011X17%20Color.pdf
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I understand this sentiment, ham radio may not be for everyone. Getting a ham radio license in order to get the benefits of using ham radio is an intrusion on individual liberty that is just as severe as having to get a drivers license to get the benefits of driving a car.
Furthermore, many take issue that having to use a call sign on air as it is also analogous to needing to display a license plate while driving a car. Many find that they will not be living up to the highest virtues that they hold dear if they ask the government for permission to drive a car or to use a radio. These folks are left with no choice but to live without driving cars or using ham radios. I will never argue against a person who has come to this conclusion. I will let them live as they choose and I will move on to talk about ham radio to other folks.
With all of that said, I would encourage you to continue to learn more about ham radio perhaps you will come to the conclusion it would be worth going thru the process as it currently exists. Definitely look into meshtastic, it allows you to do things without a license that you would not be able to do in ham radio with a license.
Packet radio is making a big comeback. A lot of smart younger people have recently taken an interest in it and will be doing new things with it. You can join them with the entry level ham license.
Think about the possibilities of what you could do with this.
At a certain point, you are going to want to put a ham radio in all of your vehicles.
nostr:npub160t5zfxalddaccdc7xx30sentwa5lrr3rq4rtm38x99ynf8t0vwsvzyjc9 made a very solid recommendation. I run several of those.
This link below shows all of the currently supported devices.
I will go on a limb and assume you are in the US, in which case you would want a 915 mhz device. This also matters for upgrading the antenna if you go down that path. In other regions you would want a different frequency for the device.
Compact M17 module GitHub:
M17 is the new open source ham radio digital mode.
Meshtastic basics explained.
Radio is decentralized freedom technology.
This is a much bigger deal than many may realize. We need to get more eyes on this.
For quick context, Canada wants to ban a popular consumer radio tool and educational device called the Flipper Zero due to fear that they could be used by criminals to commit crimes.
Did you know that Bitcoiners could actually fix this problem? Instead of government technology bans, this problem could be fixed if the automotive companies hired Bitcoiners who really understand security to address the problem.
Did you notice that they aren’t saying the Flipper Zero was used to steal Bitcoin? I noticed that too. That’s because our Bitcoin is secure and these cheap cars are not.
This could be a great way for some of us to mine more fiat to stack more sats while making the world a more secure and better place. Look into exactly how the cars were stolen and work up a better security solution and take it to market. nostr:note1zm5dj7mhgstvx5k9h5hthryv8q42szcgg7hhn3u3tgzc5lmz6jlquwts53
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Let me know if you ever want a repost for your local hamfest. These are great events to pick up quality equipment for a great price, take ham license exams, and meet local hams that are experts in radio that would love to teach you what they know. nostr:note18w47h3fvk86rmxnahsem4m70zxzn4jxmsd8fucv53j8ju54z53jsmg8s5z
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Bitcoin eCash Sent via Mesh Network Demo:
A demo of Reticulum, Cashu and the project Nutband that combines them, in order to use a Cashu mint over Reticulum mesh network - in this case over long range radio, and without internet.
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Ham Radio License Test Preparation:
1. Use HamStudy.org: HamStudy is a free website that provides practice tests for all ham radio licenses. It can help individuals prepare for their exams and find online or in-person test sessions. www.hamstudy.org
2. Check Out W4EEY on YouTube: W4EEY on YouTube offers excellent ham radio tutorials. He has playlists covering all ham radio license levels and occasionally conducts live classes. This resource can be valuable for learning ham radio concepts. Here are the playlists for the various licenses:
• Tech Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ_9BZQ8gpziUWPBT3rOvSV6MCCeCaiK0
• General Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ_9BZQ8gpziv2a26B_IoQ1RbXbIqieP2
• Extra Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ_9BZQ8gpzh7NC1WVKwCCmOTULSj1f93
3. Explore ARRL and Local Clubs: The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) website can help individuals find local ham radio clubs. These clubs often have information about local repeaters, club meetings, and ham radio "nets" (radio meetups). It's a good way to connect with other ham radio enthusiasts in your area. (https://www.arrl.org/find-a-club)
There is more than one way to send email over ham radio. This video discusses one of the ways it can be done.