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Jon Rick

Geeky Ramblings

QRZ.com AutoHotKey Script

  • Post author:Jon Rick
  • Post published:November 23, 2014
  • Post category:Ham Radio
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I often find myself looking up call signs on QRZ.com when I come across them on the web or even from within my own logging software. The normal routine has been…

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New 10 Meter Rig

  • Post author:Jon Rick
  • Post published:September 7, 2014
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My wife and I are lucky enough to have pretty great neighbors. Since adding the 2 meter radio to the Jeep, our neighbor across the way noticed the new antenna. He…

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TYT TH-9000

  • Post author:Jon Rick
  • Post published:July 11, 2014
  • Post category:Ham Radio
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One of the main reasons my wife and I got our ham licenses was so we could have reliable communication when we went off-road jeeping. My father-in-law Joe is also…

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Tram 1185 Mag Mount

  • Post author:Jon Rick
  • Post published:July 4, 2014
  • Post category:Ham Radio
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It's a question I clearly remember from the technician exam, "What is a good reason not to use a "rubber duck" antenna inside your car?", the answer being "Signals can…

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My First Radio

  • Post author:Jon Rick
  • Post published:June 27, 2014
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I don't think anyone would disagree with me when I say amateur radio isn't a cheap hobby. Unless you build your very own rig, getting on the air can cost hundreds…

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I've Got My Ticket!

  • Post author:Jon Rick
  • Post published:June 21, 2014
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My wife and I took our technician class exam at the Carlsbad's Safety Center and passed with flying colors. We had since been checking the FCC database several times throughout…

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Father & Senior Producer at Warner Bros. Former Executive Producer at JamCity Games, Art Director for Disney Interactive & Adjunct Game Art and Design Teacher
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