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        <pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:39:49 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Flea at RPI 2025 - Featuring Student Project Shows</title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:39:49 -0500</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;h2 id=&#34;2025-Flea-at-RPI-Electronics-PC-Radios&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#2025-Flea-at-RPI-Electronics-PC-Radios&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;2025 Flea at RPI - Electronics, PC, Radios&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;2025 Flea at RPI - Electronics, PC, Radios&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Mark your calendars!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Spring: Saturday, Feb. 1st&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fall: Sep. (TBD)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt; Our first flea market attracted 200 student and local visitors in March 2024! The W2SZ Amateur Radio Club at RPI is excited to announce our &lt;strong&gt;second&lt;/strong&gt; electronics flea market event!&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;When&lt;/strong&gt;: Saturday, February 1st, 2025&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Where&lt;/strong&gt;: Rensselaer Union McNeil Room (2nd floor lobby), 1761 15th St, Troy, NY 12180&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&lt;/strong&gt;: Join us for a day packed with:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A wide array of electronics, PC, radio, and unique vintage finds&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Loads of door prizes&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Hundreds of electronics enthusiasts peers&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;em&gt;NEW&lt;/em&gt; Project show!&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Poster session for individual &amp;amp; club projects&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Showcase achievements&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Recruit club member - from all majors!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Receive feedback on projects&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Get new project ideas&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Admission&lt;/strong&gt;: Free student buyer admission with valid student ID.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;General admission: $6, or $5 with a flyer&amp;#x2F;social media sharing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sellers (4x3 rectangular table):&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Early bird (by Jan. 24th)&lt;/strong&gt;: $10 first table, then $5 per additional.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;At the door: $15 first table, then $10 per additional.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re a student, a seasoned ham, or just curious about amateur radio, there’s something for everyone at the W2SZ Hamfest.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Parking-and-Loading&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Parking-and-Loading&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Parking and Loading&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Parking and Loading&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Talk-in 144.950 simplex. Volunteers are there to guide parking and loading.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;No parking enforcement on weekends.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Loading-Zone&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Loading-Zone&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Loading Zone&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Loading Zone&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;We encourage sellers to load items at designated loading zones. Follow 🟢 Green areas on the map.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;8-9 AM:&lt;/strong&gt; Use main loading zone at horseshoe. ⚠️ This is also a RPI shuttle bus stop. Yield to bus operation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;After 9 AM:&lt;/strong&gt; Use alternative back loading zone to avoid pedestrians.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Parking-lot&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Parking-lot&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Parking lot&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Parking lot&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;There are several parking lots around campus labeled with 🔵 Blue marks.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The VIP Parking Lot reserved for event staff has 🟠 Yellow mark.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Street&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Street&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Street&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Street&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;Street parking is available on 15th Street and Sage Avenue.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src=&#34;https://i.imgur.com/3ZQRx2F.png&#34; alt=&#34;Parking map&#34;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Event-Guidebook&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Event-Guidebook&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Event Guidebook&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Event Guidebook&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;For map, traffic, dining and more, check our &lt;a href=&#34;https://hisenzhang.notion.site/Guidebook-Flea-at-RPI-2024-f7a00889835644359dbe6b72fdc19b32&#34;&gt;digital guidebook&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Contact &lt;a href=&#34;mailto:&amp;#x63;&amp;#111;&amp;#110;&amp;#x76;&amp;#101;&amp;#x6e;&amp;#116;&amp;#x69;&amp;#x6f;&amp;#x6e;&amp;#x40;&amp;#119;&amp;#50;&amp;#x73;&amp;#122;&amp;#46;&amp;#x6f;&amp;#114;&amp;#103;&#34;&gt;&amp;#x63;&amp;#111;&amp;#110;&amp;#x76;&amp;#101;&amp;#x6e;&amp;#116;&amp;#x69;&amp;#x6f;&amp;#x6e;&amp;#x40;&amp;#119;&amp;#50;&amp;#x73;&amp;#122;&amp;#46;&amp;#x6f;&amp;#114;&amp;#103;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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            <title>Flea at RPI - Electronics, PC, Radios!</title>
            <link>http://w2sz.github.io/post/flea-market-2024/</link>
            <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jan 2024 23:39:49 -0500</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;h2 id=&#34;Save-the-Date-W2SZ-Flea-at-RPI-2024&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Save-the-Date-W2SZ-Flea-at-RPI-2024&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Save the Date: W2SZ Flea at RPI 2024&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Save the Date: W2SZ Flea at RPI 2024&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Mark your calendars! The W2SZ Amateur Radio Club at RPI is excited to announce our upcoming electronics flea market event!&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;When&lt;/strong&gt;: Saturday, March 30th, 2024&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Where&lt;/strong&gt;: Rensselaer Union McNeil Room (2nd floor lobby), 1761 15th St, Troy, NY 12180&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&lt;/strong&gt;: Join us for a day packed with:&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A wide array of electronics, PC, radio, and unique vintage finds&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Loads of door prizes&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Hundreds of electronics enthusiasts peers&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Admission&lt;/strong&gt;: Free student buyer admission with valid student ID.&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;General admission: $6, or $5 with a flyer&amp;#x2F;social media sharing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sellers (4x3 rectangular table):&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Early bird (by March 22nd): $10 first table, then $5 per additional.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;At the door: $15 first table, then $10 per additional.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re a student, a seasoned ham, or just curious about amateur radio, there’s something for everyone at the W2SZ Hamfest.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Parking-and-Loading&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Parking-and-Loading&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Parking and Loading&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Parking and Loading&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Talk-in 146.940 simplex. Volunteers are there to guide parking and loading.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;No parking enforcement on weekends.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Loading-Zone&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Loading-Zone&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Loading Zone&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Loading Zone&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;We encourage sellers to load items at designated loading zones. Follow 🟢 Green areas on the map.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;8-9 AM:&lt;/strong&gt; Use main loading zone at horseshoe. ⚠️ This is also a RPI shuttle bus stop. Yield to bus operation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;After 9 AM:&lt;/strong&gt; Use alternative back loading zone to avoid pedestrians.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Parking-lot&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Parking-lot&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Parking lot&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Parking lot&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;There are several parking lots around campus labeled with 🔵 Blue marks.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The VIP Parking Lot reserved for event staff has 🟠 Yellow mark.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Street&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Street&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Street&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Street&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;Street parking is available on 15th Street and Sage Avenue.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src=&#34;https://i.imgur.com/3ZQRx2F.png&#34; alt=&#34;Parking map&#34;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Event-Guidebook&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Event-Guidebook&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Event Guidebook&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Event Guidebook&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;For map, traffic, dining and more, check our &lt;a href=&#34;https://hisenzhang.notion.site/Guidebook-Flea-at-RPI-2024-f7a00889835644359dbe6b72fdc19b32&#34;&gt;digital guidebook&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Contact &lt;a href=&#34;mailto:&amp;#x63;&amp;#111;&amp;#x6e;&amp;#x76;&amp;#x65;&amp;#x6e;&amp;#116;&amp;#x69;&amp;#x6f;&amp;#110;&amp;#x40;&amp;#119;&amp;#x32;&amp;#115;&amp;#x7a;&amp;#46;&amp;#x6f;&amp;#x72;&amp;#x67;&#34;&gt;&amp;#x63;&amp;#111;&amp;#x6e;&amp;#x76;&amp;#x65;&amp;#x6e;&amp;#116;&amp;#x69;&amp;#x6f;&amp;#110;&amp;#x40;&amp;#119;&amp;#x32;&amp;#115;&amp;#x7a;&amp;#46;&amp;#x6f;&amp;#x72;&amp;#x67;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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            <title>Web SSTV</title>
            <link>http://w2sz.github.io/post/web-sstv/</link>
            <category>SSTV</category>
            <category>KC3LXR Christian Kegel</category>
            <pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:33:47 -0500</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;https://ckegel.github.io/Web-SSTV/&#34;&gt;Web SSTV&lt;/a&gt; aims to both encode and decode SSTV using plain JavaScript and Web Audio API. Web SSTV can be run entirely offline, and on any platform from Chromebooks to phones, so long as they support JavaScript and Web Audio. By making SSTV readily available on many platforms, we aim to create educational opportunities and introduce more people to STEM and amateur radio.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Web SSTV is currently hosted at &lt;a href=&#34;https://ckegel.github.io/Web-SSTV/&#34;&gt;https://ckegel.github.io/Web-SSTV/&lt;/a&gt;. Check out the source code at &lt;a href=&#34;https://github.com/CKegel/Web-SSTV&#34;&gt;https://github.com/CKegel/Web-SSTV&lt;/a&gt;. Contributions are welcome.&lt;/p&gt;
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            <title>Trusted Coin Flip Protocol</title>
            <link>http://w2sz.github.io/post/coin-flip/</link>
            <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:43:55 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Reunion Week</title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:01:35 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This page updates frequently. Please check for latest updates! Should you have question, &lt;a href=&#34;/contact/&#34;&gt;contact us&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Dear W2SZ members,&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Welcome home! We are running following events for 2023 Reunion Week. But here’s our update first:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;2023-Briefing&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#2023-Briefing&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;2023 Briefing&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;2023 Briefing&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;In late 2019 the shack did not pass the fire and safety inspection despite the club’s attempt to meet the requirements. As a result, only school employees may enter the shack. While the club advisor Steve was able to save some equipment and instruments. The majority of immobile assets were gone. Antennas and towers, together with the shack, were torn down during the summer of 2022.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the alternative club location, two rooms in the union were combined (Room 3304) and renovated for use. The initial setup directed by station manager Christian Kegel KC3LXR was undergoing by the time of writing. Yet, no antenna access from the room as there are difficulties running coax from the rooftop. The backup plan is to route cables through the elevator shaft.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Dr. Brian Callahan AD2BA has served as club faculty advisor and station trustee since the summer of 2022. Through his connection with W8EDU, the club has established a nationwide network with other collegiate ham radio clubs for co-organizing events. Also, public relations efforts by Sophia Turnbow KK7OKL have increased club exposure and moderated an online community on Discord.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Through a series of activities, W2SZ managed to attract many new members and converted 10 new licensees by the first month of the semester. New club officers with specialties were elected to form an executive committee (EComm) to manage different aspects of the club.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Action-Item&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Action-Item&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Action Item&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Action Item&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;We are compiling &lt;a href=&#34;/member/roster&#34;&gt;The Grand Roster of W2SZ&lt;/a&gt; that has name of all W2SZ members (past and present). Not seeing your name? Help us fix it by fill out &lt;a href=&#34;https://forms.gle/drVtrJS7ywm9Vowy5&#34;&gt;this form&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to our social media and latest updates! &lt;a href=&#34;/resource/&#34;&gt;This way&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Events&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Events&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Events&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Events&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;h3 id=&#34;The-Mercer-XChange-10-x2F-14-12pm-1pm&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#The-Mercer-XChange-10-x2F-14-12pm-1pm&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;The Mercer XChange - 10&amp;#x2F;14 12pm-1pm&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;The Mercer XChange - 10&amp;#x2F;14 12pm-1pm&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Mercer XChange event for Alumni Weekend on Saturday, October 14th at 12 noon-1 p.m.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This is a hybrid event with both in-person (with lunch in JEC 6012) and online participation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;WebEx link: &lt;a href=&#34;https://rensselaer.webex.com/rensselaer/j.php?MTID=m0d68620a3d2a23f2b824b482e6755a47&#34;&gt;https://rensselaer.webex.com/rensselaer/j.php?MTID=m0d68620a3d2a23f2b824b482e6755a47&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Saturday, October 14, 2023 12:00 PM | 1 hour | (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US &amp;amp; Canada)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Meeting number: 2624 199 4578&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Password: pU9vQaPMx22&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Agenda:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Brief introductions&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Mercer XLab renovation in progress!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Mercer XLab student presentation(s)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Open discussions toward knowledge XChange in the future&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;What would you like to learn from students? What can students learn from your experiences?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;W2SZ-Tabling-10-x2F-14-2pm-6pm&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#W2SZ-Tabling-10-x2F-14-2pm-6pm&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;W2SZ Tabling - 10&amp;#x2F;14 2pm-6pm&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;W2SZ Tabling - 10&amp;#x2F;14 2pm-6pm&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;The program is from 3:30-6pm following the football game. We have a long area of tenting on the pavers along the field house between the track and the side parking lot. Set up begins at 2pm.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Field-Operation-Cancelled-Due-to-Weather&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Field-Operation-Cancelled-Due-to-Weather&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Field Operation - Cancelled Due to Weather&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Field Operation - Cancelled Due to Weather&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is a special way of home-coming for hams - we plan to operate HF and meet you on the air! Please join us this way if you are not visiting campus this year.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Shack-Tour-10-x2F-14-6pm-7pm&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Shack-Tour-10-x2F-14-6pm-7pm&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Shack Tour - 10&amp;#x2F;14 6pm-7pm&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Shack Tour - 10&amp;#x2F;14 6pm-7pm&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;The relocated shack in now in the Union 3304. We are planning multiple shack tours. Please stay tuned.&lt;/p&gt;
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            <title>W2SZ Simplex Net</title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:04:45 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>The Grand Roster of W2SZ</title>
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            <category>member</category>
            <pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;h2 id=&#34;The-Grand-Roster&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#The-Grand-Roster&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;The Grand Roster&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;The Grand Roster&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The majority of entries (800+) are provided by &lt;a href=&#34;mailto:K1NKR@arrl.net&#34;&gt;James W. “Skip” Youngberg K1NKR&lt;/a&gt; through his decades of research. Also, &lt;a href=&#34;sstuart5@cox.net&#34;&gt;Steve Stuart N6IA&lt;/a&gt; informed hundreds of entries dated back to 1970-74.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We rely on crowd-sourcing to make information accurate and updated. To nominate a W2SZ-affiliated individual, fill out &lt;a href=&#34;https://forms.gle/drVtrJS7ywm9Vowy5&#34;&gt;this form&lt;/a&gt;. If you identify inaccuracies or own W2SZ archives, please &lt;a href=&#34;/contact&#34;&gt;email an officer&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;This is a non-exhaustive roster of former and present membership and those affiliated with W2SZ.&lt;/p&gt;
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            <title>A Minimal Software-Defined Radio VHF/UHF/SHF Transceiver</title>
            <link>http://w2sz.github.io/post/sdr-transceiver/</link>
            <category>publication</category>
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            <category>KD2TAI Hisen</category>
            <pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 20:19:47 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Z. Zhang, “A Minimal Software-Defined Radio VHF&amp;#x2F;UHF&amp;#x2F;SHF Transceiver,” Proceedings of Microwave Update 2023. forthcoming Apr 14, 2023.&lt;/p&gt;
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            <title>AD2BA - Brian Callahan</title>
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            <category>AD2BA Brian</category>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>KD2TAI - Hisen Zhang</title>
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            <category>KD2TAI Hisen</category>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 21:33:19 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;!-- ## Equipment Suppliers

- [HRO](http://www.hamradio.com)
- [AES](http://www.aesham.com/)
- [DownEastMicrowave](http://www.downeastmicrowave.com) --&gt;

&lt;h3 id=&#34;Licensing-Exam&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Licensing-Exam&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Licensing Exam&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Licensing Exam&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;!-- - [AA9PW Practice Exams](http://www.aa9pw.com/radio/)
- [ARRL Exam Search](http://www.arrl.org/find-an-amateur-radio-license-exam-session)
- [ATVET testing schedule](http://www.k2ct.net/testing.cfm)
- [Exams Upcoming](http://www.n2ty.org/atvet.htm) --&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;https://ham.study/sessions/ad4ve&#34;&gt;GLAARG Online Exams&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;https://ham.study/&#34;&gt;Question Pool&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.articlemyriad.com/ham-radio-resource-guide/&#34;&gt;Ham Radio Resource Guide&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Utilities&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Utilities&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Utilities&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Utilities&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.qrz.com/&#34;&gt;Call Sign Lookup&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://emergencyradio.org/&#34;&gt;Emergency Radio&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.amsat.org/amsat/toys&#34;&gt;Grid Squares&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/regulations/Hamband_color.pdf&#34;&gt;Ham Bands&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.arrl.org/field/regulation/bands_html&#34;&gt;US Frequencies&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.unyrepco.org/index.htm&#34;&gt;Repeaters&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls&#34;&gt;FCC ULS&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&#34;Friend-Clubs&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Friend-Clubs&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Friend Clubs&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Friend Clubs&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;h4 id=&#34;National&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#National&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;National&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;National&lt;/h4&gt;&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.arrl.org/&#34;&gt;American Radio Relay League&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://hamsthatcare.com/&#34;&gt;Technician Class home page&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h4 id=&#34;Local&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Local&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Local&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Local&lt;/h4&gt;&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.mgef.org/&#34;&gt;MGEF (W2SZ&amp;#x2F;1) Website&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.n2ty.org/&#34;&gt;N2TY&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.n2ty.org/rcraces/&#34;&gt;Rensselaer County ARES&amp;#x2F;RACES&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.w2egb.org/index.html#top&#34;&gt;W2EGB East Greenbush Amateur Radio Association&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;h4 id=&#34;Collegiate&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Collegiate&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Collegiate&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Collegiate&lt;/h4&gt;&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;https://www.w2cxm.org/&#34;&gt;W2CXM Cornell Amateur Radio Club&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;https://w8edu.wordpress.com/&#34;&gt;W8EDU Case Amateur Radio Club&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;h3 id=&#34;Miscellaneous&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Miscellaneous&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Miscellaneous&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Miscellaneous&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.arrl.org/w1aw.html&#34;&gt;W1AW&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.ntms.org/&#34;&gt;NTMS&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.wc2l.com/&#34;&gt;WC2L’s Website&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://www.hudsonvalleytowers.com/&#34;&gt;Hudson Valley Towers (W2RE)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 15:05:33 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Congratulations on getting your ham radio license! Now that you’re officially a ham operator, you may be wondering what you can do with your new license. Don’t worry, there are plenty of activities and opportunities available to you as a new ham.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Getting your ham radio license is just the beginning of a rewarding and exciting journey in the world of amateur radio. There are many different activities and opportunities available to new hams, from making contacts on the air to getting involved in public service. Here are 6 things new hams can do after passing their license exam:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Get-on-the-air&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Get-on-the-air&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Get on the air&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Get on the air&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;One of the most exciting things about getting your ham radio license is being able to get on the air and start making contacts. Whether you prefer voice, Morse code, or digital modes, there’s a whole world of hams out there waiting to make contact with you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;There are a few ways to find other hams to contact:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Listen: Start by listening to the bands to get a sense of what’s happening. You can find a list of active frequencies and modes on websites like DX Summit or DX Watch. Listen to different frequencies and modes to see what interests you.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Join a net: Nets are scheduled gatherings of hams who check in and share information. Joining a net is a great way to meet other hams and practice your communication skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Call CQ: When you’re ready to make your first contact, call CQ (meaning “seek you”) on a frequency where you think other hams may be listening. You can also answer other hams’ CQ calls.&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Once you’ve made a contact, be sure to exchange call signs, signal reports, and any other information that’s relevant. You may also want to exchange QSL cards, which are like postcards that confirm your contact. QSL cards are a great way to keep track of your contacts and to make new friends in the ham radio community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Build-your-own-equipment&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Build-your-own-equipment&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Build your own equipment&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Build your own equipment&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Building your own equipment can be a fun and rewarding way to explore the technical side of ham radio. There are many kits and projects available that are designed specifically for new hams, so you don’t need to be an expert to get started.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Contest&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Contest&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Contest&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Contest&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Participating in contests can be a fun and exciting way to test your skills and to make contacts with hams around the world. Whether you’re a casual operator or a serious contester, there are contests to suit all skill levels and interests.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Get-involved-in-public-service&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Get-involved-in-public-service&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Get involved in public service&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Get involved in public service&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Getting involved in public service is a great way to use your ham radio skills to help others. Hams can provide communication support for events like marathons, parades, and festivals, or for emergency response efforts like natural disasters or search and rescue operations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Learn-new-skills&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Learn-new-skills&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Learn new skills&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Learn new skills&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;As a ham operator, you have the opportunity to learn a variety of new skills. Whether it’s learning Morse code, experimenting with digital modes, or building your own equipment, there’s always something new to learn in the world of ham radio.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Share-your-passion&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Share-your-passion&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Share your passion&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Share your passion&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;As a new ham, you have the opportunity to share your passion for ham radio with others. You can introduce your friends and family to the hobby, or get involved in community outreach programs to promote the benefits of ham radio.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In conclusion, whatever your interests or goals may be, there is something for everyone in the ham radio community. So get out there, explore, and have fun!&lt;/p&gt;
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            <category>welcome</category>
            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 14:54:56 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you’re interested in joining W2SZ, the college radio club based at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, it’s easy to get started. The first step is to send an email to one of the club officers, whose email addresses are listed on the club’s contact page.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In your email, introduce yourself and express your interest in joining the club. You can also ask any questions you may have about the club and its activities. The club officers will be happy to answer your questions and provide you with more information about how to get involved.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Once you’ve made contact with the club officers, they will be able to provide you with more information about upcoming meetings and events. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend a meeting and get to know the other members of the club.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Joining W2SZ is a great way to learn more about amateur radio and develop valuable skills in electronics, communications, and leadership. So, don’t hesitate to send that email and get started on your amateur radio journey!&lt;/p&gt;
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            <title>What is Ham Radio</title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 14:51:22 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Ham radio, also known as amateur radio, is a hobby that allows individuals to communicate with others around the world using wireless communication equipment. It is a fascinating and challenging pastime that can offer a range of benefits, including technical knowledge, social connections, and emergency preparedness skills. Ham radio enthusiasts, or “hams,” use a variety of equipment to communicate with other hams around the globe, including radios, antennas, and computers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;W2SZ is known for its active participation in contests, where members compete with other hams around the world to see who can make the most contacts in a given amount of time. The club also offers technical workshops and training sessions to help members learn more about radio equipment, antennas, and other related topics.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;One of the unique aspects of W2SZ is its focus on experimentation and innovation. Members are encouraged to design and build their own equipment, and the club has a long history of developing new and innovative technologies for the amateur radio community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Joining W2SZ is an excellent way for college students to get involved in amateur radio and learn from experienced hams. Members have the opportunity to participate in a range of activities and develop valuable skills in electronics, communications, and leadership. So, if you’re interested in amateur radio and want to be part of a vibrant and innovative community, consider joining W2SZ at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.&lt;/p&gt;
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            <pubDate>Sun, 09 Apr 2023 21:39:42 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Getting a ham radio license is an important step for anyone who wants to legally operate an amateur radio station. The license demonstrates that you have passed an exam that shows you understand the basic concepts of radio communication, regulations, and safety. Here are some important things to know about getting a ham radio license:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Licensing Levels: There are three license levels in the US, known as Technician, General, and Extra. The higher the level, the more privileges you have in terms of the frequencies and modes you can use, as well as the power levels you can transmit with.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Exam: You must pass a written exam for each license level you wish to obtain. The exam covers topics such as radio theory, regulations, and operating practices. Study guides and practice exams are available online to help you prepare.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;FCC: In the United States, ham radio licenses are issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Once you pass the exam, you can apply for a license through the FCC’s Universal Licensing System (ULS). There is a fee for the exam, and also a fee to apply for the license.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Call Sign: Once you have your license, you will be assigned a unique call sign that identifies you as a licensed ham operator. The call sign will be used when you transmit on the air.&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Getting a ham radio license is not only important for legal reasons, but it is also a valuable way to learn more about radio communication and become part of a vibrant community of amateur radio enthusiasts. So, if you’re interested in getting started with ham radio, consider studying for the exam and obtaining your license.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Obtain-Your-FCC-Reference-Number-FRN&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Obtain-Your-FCC-Reference-Number-FRN&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Obtain Your FCC Reference Number (FRN)&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Obtain Your FCC Reference Number (FRN)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Step 1: Go to the &lt;a href=&#34;https://apps.fcc.gov/cores/userLogin.do&#34;&gt;FCC Registration System (CORES) website&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 2: Click on the “Register” button on the top right corner of the page.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 3: You will be prompted to create an FCC Username and Password. Follow the prompts and create your account.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 4: Once you have created your account, log in to the FCC Registration System (CORES) website using your FCC Username and Password.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 5: On the CORES homepage, click on the “Manage FRNs” button.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 6: If you do not have an FRN number, click on the “Register New FRN” button.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 7: You will be prompted to enter your personal information, such as your name, address, phone number, and email address.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 8: Once you have entered all of the required information, click on the “Submit” button.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 9: You will receive a confirmation email from the FCC with your newly assigned FRN number.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Register-An-Online-Exam-Session&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Register-An-Online-Exam-Session&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Register An Online Exam Session&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Register An Online Exam Session&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Step 1: Go to the &lt;a href=&#34;https://ham.study/&#34;&gt;https://ham.study&lt;/a&gt; website and create an account by clicking on the “Sign Up” button on the top right corner of the page.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 2: Once you have created an account, log in to your account using your email address and password.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 3: Click on the “Dashboard” button on the top right corner of the page.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 4: Scroll down to the “Exam Session” section and click on the “Register” button next to the session you want to register for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 5: You will be prompted to confirm your registration and agree to the exam rules and regulations. You may need to provide your FRN.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 6: Once you have confirmed your registration, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to prepare for the exam.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 7: On the day of the exam, log in to your account on &lt;a href=&#34;https://ham.study/&#34;&gt;https://ham.study&lt;/a&gt; and click on the “Join Exam” button next to the session you registered for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 8: Follow the instructions to take the online exam.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Step 9: After completing the exam, you will receive your exam results immediately.&lt;/p&gt;
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            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Subscribing to W2SZ is quite easy, and there are several ways you can do it. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial on how to subscribe to W2SZ using RSS and how to use Feedrabbit service to forward it to emails, if preferred.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;RSS&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#RSS&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;RSS&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;RSS&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;To subscribe to W2SZ using RSS, you will need an RSS reader. There are many different RSS readers available, both as desktop applications and web-based services. Some popular options include Thunderbird, Feedly, Inoreader, and NewsBlur. For the purpose of this tutorial, we will use Thunderbird as an example.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;Open Thunderbird and select “File” from the top menu.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Click on “New” and then select “Other Accounts” from the drop-down menu.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Choose “RSS News &amp;amp; Blogs” and click on “Next”.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Enter the URL of the RSS feed &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;http://w2sz.github.io/rss.xml&#34;&gt;http://w2sz.github.io/rss.xml&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; and click on “Next”.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thunderbird will automatically detect the feed’s title and URL. You can change the title if you want.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Select the folder where you want to store the RSS feed in Thunderbird. You can create a new folder by clicking on “New Folder”.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Click on “Finish” to complete the subscription process.&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Now that you’ve subscribed to the RSS feed, you can access it by clicking on the folder where you saved it in Thunderbird. The feed’s articles will appear in the folder, and you can click on each one to read it.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you want to unsubscribe from an RSS feed in Thunderbird, you can simply right-click on the folder and select “Properties”. From there, click on “Unsubscribe” and the folder will be removed from Thunderbird.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;Email&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#Email&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;Email&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Email&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can use a service like Feedrabbit to forward the feed to your email address. Feedrabbit is a free web-based service that allows you to receive RSS feeds in your email inbox.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;To get started with Feedrabbit, you will need to create an account on their website. Once you have done this, you can add the W2SZ RSS feed to your account by entering the feed URL into the “Add a Feed” box. After you have added the feed, you can choose to have the feed items delivered to your email address on a real-time, daily, or weekly basis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;That’s it! By following these steps, you should now be subscribed to the W2SZ RSS feed and receiving updates via email thanks to Feedrabbit.&lt;/p&gt;
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            <pubDate>Sat, 25 Mar 2023 18:40:41 -0400</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;h2 id=&#34;How-to-Build-An-AI-powered-Transcription-Bot-for-FM-Transmissions&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#How-to-Build-An-AI-powered-Transcription-Bot-for-FM-Transmissions&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;How to Build An AI-powered Transcription Bot for FM Transmissions&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;How to Build An AI-powered Transcription Bot for FM Transmissions&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Presentors: Brian Callahan AD2BA, Zhemin Zhang KD2TAI&lt;br&gt;Moderator: Vince d’Eon VE6LK&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Collateral or Slides:&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;https://v5.airtableusercontent.com/v1/15/15/1680919200000/T5qGbP0Yo4a4KDfxzobarA/XIiuDfImnNweaiLg7O3z0lc83H8VnKYT0qCN894bpDL_urZal3dNxdMqDkZKYXTXT44zRh9bnoJzc6EQMZVQV402JSqm0mp2F7rXawn6YIrAq210jhX4gcxaBovT11GxJS1xsS9tW0p6XJG6uvROfuDnnaHuqRQsllonc-NPd_Y/8f5Hlx1QGxRWBLk5DodpTs5RtmeceS26nEztjn1NIxc&#34;&gt;FMBot - QSO Today March 2023 Brian Calllahan AD2BA and Hisen Zhang KD2TAI.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Level: General Audience&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Category: Controllers - Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Future of Amateur Radio, Homebrew and Construction, New License - Now What?, Software and Satellites, General Interest, New License- Now What?, SDR Software Defined Radio, Software and Services, Station Operation&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Time:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;PDT: March 25, 2023, 4:00 pm&lt;br&gt;UTC: March 25, 2023, 11:00 pm&lt;br&gt;Duration: 1 hour&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Based on the January&amp;#x2F;February 2023 QEX article of the same name and subsequent ARRL-TAPR conference paper, this presentation discusses and demonstrates a bot, which can be built using as little as an inexpensive SDR antenna, a Raspberry Pi or laptop, and open source Artificial Intelligence&amp;#x2F;Machine Learning software, that can listen to VHF&amp;#x2F;UHF frequencies for amateur radio transmissions and transcribe those transmissions into text. We will discuss and demonstrate potential uses of the transcribed text and the bot generally. The bot can augment anyone’s experience and enjoyment of being on the air, from new operators who may only have their Technician license to seasoned operators.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id=&#34;SDR-Rover-Kit-The-Next-Generation-Setup-for-Amateur-Radio-Contesting&#34;&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;#SDR-Rover-Kit-The-Next-Generation-Setup-for-Amateur-Radio-Contesting&#34; class=&#34;headerlink&#34; title=&#34;SDR Rover Kit: The Next Generation Setup for Amateur Radio Contesting&#34;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;SDR Rover Kit: The Next Generation Setup for Amateur Radio Contesting&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Presentors: Zhemin Zhang KD2TAI&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Collateral or Slides:&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=&#34;https://v5.airtableusercontent.com/v1/15/15/1680919200000/GqyBDGex0u2bd6G_vWPmdA/riGZN7pQfnQqOSdNk61Mtobr_aqofLLPLXVg245NjTIV0CPF6yJexMtBmyuXNoKDzWykBdMYCks-EIn88uhD5mUbjCVQJKkCGNqMycxR-I-OogpvIREIx1zkJwlGq78t-o5W0TgzsfccHiFT4U809Q/M41VPuwTTk2k7MXraiXFPDt3eJNQ2xgtFJISgflmKXU&#34;&gt;SDR Rover Kit - QSO Today March 2023 Zhemin Zhang KD2TAI.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Level: Intermediate&lt;br&gt;Category: Contesting and DX, Future of Amateur Radio, Homebrew and Construction, Field Operation, SDR Software Defined Radio&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Time:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;PDT: March 26, 2023, 10:00 am&lt;br&gt;UTC: March 26, 2023, 5:00 pm&lt;br&gt;Duration: 1 hour&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The SDR Rover Kit project uses off-the-shelf software-defined radio for an 8-band low-power contesting solution under $400. The idea is to keep the system “simple and stupid” by using wideband components. The prototype has been proven effective in lab and field tests. However, it takes additional optimizations to achieve ideal performance.&lt;/p&gt;
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            <pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 18:23:10 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Shack Roof Leak</title>
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            <category>shack</category>
            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 13:17:10 -0500</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;img src=&#34;https://i.imgur.com/G8FeIRH.jpg&#34;&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;img src=&#34;https://i.imgur.com/Uffl6w3.jpg&#34;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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            <title>An AI-powered transcription bot for FM transmissions</title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2023 19:28:38 -0500</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;B. R. Callahan and Z. Zhang, “An AI-powered transcription bot for FM transmissions,” QEX Jan&amp;#x2F;Feb 2023 Issue.&lt;/p&gt;
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