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Radio-active since 1990. CWops #3211. SKCC #7209c. Member, Seattle ACS since 1998. I host the KPA1500 amplifier forum (https://groups.io/g/KPA1500). More on QRZ.

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Mar 11

Congrats to all competitors. My small accomplishment below & #36 in the world. :)

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Sep 22

Thanks to A71VV for the 20m SSB Q last night. Great to visit Doha agn via RF. Trio of 7300, KPA1500, Hexbeam up 32' continues to bust pileups. :)

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Sep 21

From 2010(ish), along with Curt, WR5J, in foreground, and me in the background pointing at something, we are introducing kids to amateur radio field day. He and I (and few others) have been members of Seattle Auxiliary Comm (ACS) since 1998. Always great to inspire young people to get on the air! :)

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Aug 4

Just as a reminder -- get your spare parts now.

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Aug 1

Big thanks to Elecraft for the firmware & client software updates for the KPA1500. Now can auto tune / manage 32 antennas selections, among other features. Built like a tank.

One of the best amps on the market. None are perfect. Elecraft support is excellent.

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Ham2K @ham2k.com · Jun 25

The July '25 release is out!!!

Field Day, 13 colonies, New Zealand on the Air, spotting others and more.

More info in our forums and youtube channel.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKtl...

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Jun 23

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Local, County, and State Governments Proclaim Value of Amateur Radio

The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) is the national association for amateur radio, connecting hams around the U.S. with news, information and resources.

www.arrl.org

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Jun 10

Had a quick low-power (spanning 4710-miles) QSO with M1GEO, and from his QRZ page found more info. See below his article for IC705 users. GTK.
www.george-smart.co.uk/2024/07/meas...

Measuring the Icom IC-705 RF Power vs DC Input Voltage | George Smart – M1GEO

www.george-smart.co.uk

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Jun 3

IC705 tip of the day: Customize the [A], [B], [▲], and [▼] keys for quick access to frequently used functions via:
MENU > Set > Function > Remote MIC Key.

Very handy.

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Jun 2

FYI -- sorry to see them go.

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · May 30

FYI -- call for support -- FCC Docket 25-133 threatens to cut 2m & 70cm bands. Hams rally to protect our spectrum.
#SaveOurBands #HamRadio #ARRL
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From the amateurradio community on Reddit: FCC Docket 25-133 Could Cut ALL Bands and Tiers—I Filed to Stop It, Support My Fight!

Posted by Hitched4fun - 60 votes and 41 comments

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · May 30

Yep -- when the grid fails, ham radio doesn’t. Amateur radio operators provide emergency comms, foster international goodwill, and mentor the next tech generation. #HamRadio #EmergencyComm #AmateurRadiorocks

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Apr 15

FYI — a valuable collection of amateur radio resources.

archive.org/details/dlar...

Internet Archive: Digital Library of Free & Borrowable Texts, Movies, Music & Wayback Machine

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Mar 11

Congrats to all competitors. My small accomplishment below & #36 in the world. :)

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Mar 6

Thanks to Paulo, 5X4E, for the 20m SSB Q last night from Seattle to Gulu — 8,700 miles. Check out his QRZ page and read about his inspiring work at St. Judes Children’s Home. 73

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Feb 26

Thanks to Raisa, R1BIG for the 20m SSB Q at 3F3RRC in Panama. :)

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Feb 14

GTK.
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...

‘It’s not just alerts, it’s a state of mind’: How a wildfire monitoring app became essential in the US west

Watch Duty – which began in California and has expanded across 14 states – alerted the public to more than 9,000 wildfires in 2024

www.theguardian.com

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Feb 12

Sad news. Glad to hear that staff are safe. 73.

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Feb 9

Tnx to 9K2HS for the 20m SSB Q this morning. Always nice to visit Kuwait. Good to talk you with again, Hamid. 73!

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Feb 8

Mike & Key Swapmeet -- March 8 -- Puyallup, WA. Be there. :)

www.mikeandkey.org/flea.php

M&K ARC Electronics Show & Swap Meet

www.mikeandkey.org

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Feb 2

Great Straight Key Month! Used my 1934 bug. Achieved my goal of a Grand Sweep. Looking forward to next year. 73. de KK7PW, #7209

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Jan 31

Looking forward to working KС4/KВ1ЕHE -- "...nothing compared to the incredible pileup last night — and hearing the joy of operators contacting Antarctica for the very first time. “It was exhilarating ...”
www.dx-world.net/kc4-kb1ehe-k...

KC4/KB1EHE & KC4/KB1IFZ – Antarctica

[UPDATE @ 12:00Z] - A quick update from Eric to say they are traversing the Lemaire Channel and will soon disembark via Zodiacs to continue their hiking explorations within the Lemaire Channel. Eric g...

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Jan 20

On this MLK, Jr Bday, and an otherwise uninspiring DC day, I send a big thanks to all radio ops I know or knew for their friendship, inspiration, insights, fun, etc. I value each. And to the few with selective bad manners, you know who you are and can piss off (as my UK buddies might say). :) 73.

KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Jan 18

FYI -- a great resource -- access the entire archive of 73 Magazine. Read for many years and had a gift subscription sent to Jamaica '91-'93 as a Peace Corps Volunteer and a member of Jamaican Amateur Radio Association. 73 Wayne, W2NSD (SK) et al.
www.worldradiohistory.com/Archive-All-...

73 Magazine: Amateur Radio publication 1960-2003

73 Magazine (also known as 73 Amateur Radio Today) was a United States-based amateur radio magazine that was published from 1960 to 2003. It was known for its strong emphasis on technical articles and...

www.worldradiohistory.com

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KK7PW @kk7pw.bsky.social · Jan 14

Yes, but not together. I'd be interested in knowing more about your setup -- what functions do you use the most with SD shortcuts? 73.