At work, We've lost many of Engineers to Rockwell. Fun to listen to some of the stories from yesteryear, and makes you wonder what they are working on today. As for the Ham, looks like a fun option with a potential side benifit of safety. Brings me back to my younger days where a ton of us in HS had CB's and we would "skunk hunt". One vehicle would hide in town and then by asking questions others would drive around and try and find them. Hide and seek with cars so to speak. Many weekends to cops would play alond too, and in some cases ask us if we had seen such and such vehicle if they were having trouble locating.
Two way handheld radios
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Pittsburgh
Commodore
I have to say we grew up in an amazing time
CB Radios (lol)
Do you remember driving around with 102" Stainless Steel Whips attached to the bumper of your car
My friend had a convertible and let me tell you between the radio and the loud speaker it was a blast
Our radios in the house were amazing as we toured the world through the air waves
It was an amazing time to grow up
Music, lifestyle, revolution in the air and a sense of optimism everywhere
I couldn't find a pic from "The Day" But wanted to give those who didn't live the lifestyle an idea of what it was like !!
CB Radios (lol)
Do you remember driving around with 102" Stainless Steel Whips attached to the bumper of your car
My friend had a convertible and let me tell you between the radio and the loud speaker it was a blast
Our radios in the house were amazing as we toured the world through the air waves
It was an amazing time to grow up
Music, lifestyle, revolution in the air and a sense of optimism everywhere
I couldn't find a pic from "The Day" But wanted to give those who didn't live the lifestyle an idea of what it was like !!
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Pittsburgh
Commodore
The Rolls Royce of CB Base Station Radios
LOL LOL LOL LOL
This station in 1970's Dollars Cost 700.00 Plus Dollars
LOL LOL LOL
CB was great from 1969 till 1974
LOL LOL LOL LOL
This station in 1970's Dollars Cost 700.00 Plus Dollars
LOL LOL LOL
CB was great from 1969 till 1974
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Link
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Pittsburg, what happened or was significant in 1974 that CB's have died out?
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Convoy!
guardrail22
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All good to know.
But I need two way radio comms, not another hobby.
Not enough of a deal to go for licensing etc.
Next stop is CB. I'm on the side KAAS2486
But I need two way radio comms, not another hobby.
Not enough of a deal to go for licensing etc.
Next stop is CB. I'm on the side KAAS2486
Pittsburgh
Commodore
Right there is the true answer
The popularity of Convoy and the Truck Strike in the day made millions purchase CB's
Unfortunately they did so without Licensing and once the Licensing was dropped the flood gates opened
Anonymity caused insanity, foul language, illegal activities, the worst that society had to offer was all there
Then came the cell phones and internet and the nail in the coffin
People left the "Old School" for high tech and the world was changed forever
To do CB over HAM is a huge mistake
Nothing compares to HAM
Just my honest opinion
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Pittsburgh
Commodore
As anonymity slowly disappears on the internet , we will see the popularity of the net drop significantly.
With Face Book doing personality evaluations, tracking friends, family, likes , dislikes it is not as attractive as it once was.
At one time surfing the net had no consequence , today your surf activity is stored and could be accessed with little effort.
Emails and chat servers store everything u send and your ISP well they know you better than your wife or family member
Employees and schools are using the net to track your choices and those choices weigh heavily on your acceptance or employment
So with NSA and others taking anonymity away dont be shocked to see many leave the net and avoid its high cost.
Do you remember Face Book when it was Cool ??
Grandma still thinks it is (lol)
With Face Book doing personality evaluations, tracking friends, family, likes , dislikes it is not as attractive as it once was.
At one time surfing the net had no consequence , today your surf activity is stored and could be accessed with little effort.
Emails and chat servers store everything u send and your ISP well they know you better than your wife or family member
Employees and schools are using the net to track your choices and those choices weigh heavily on your acceptance or employment
So with NSA and others taking anonymity away dont be shocked to see many leave the net and avoid its high cost.
Do you remember Face Book when it was Cool ??
Grandma still thinks it is (lol)
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Pittsburgh
Commodore
I am not trying to Beat This Horse To Death
But I see there is some interest out there
I want to make this process easy on anyone looking to become a Ham
What better way to learn than by sitting at home taking Free Classes on your Computer
So here is the information
I have been a Ham since the invention of the wheel
I hope this helps those who choose to use this mode of transportation
The following instruction is offered online:
Class level: [SIZE=14.001802444458px]General[/SIZE]
Start/End Dates:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 01/20/2015 - 02/12/2015[/SIZE]
Times:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 7:30PM to 9:30PM[/SIZE]
# of Sessions:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 8[/SIZE]
Pre register required:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Yes[/SIZE]
Fee:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 0[/SIZE]
Pre Study required:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Yes[/SIZE]
Class Type:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Online, using GoToMeeting platform[/SIZE]
Exam offered:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] No[/SIZE]
Sponsoring Club/Organization:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Long Island Amateur Radio Club, Levittown, NY/TrendingMediaGroup.com[/SIZE]
Instructor:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] W2BMP[/SIZE]
Contact:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Joseph Gomez W2BMP[/SIZE]
Phone:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] (516) 765-1948[/SIZE]
Email:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] [/SIZE]w2bmp@limarc.org
Additional Information:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Classes will be held on 1/20,21,28,29,2/3,2/5,2/10,2/12 2015. Times are 7:30PM to 9:30PM EDT. You MUST register by emailing the instructor at w2bmp@limarc.org. This is a web based, instructor led class. You may take this class from any computer or mobile device.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14.001802444458px]At the conclusion of the class you will need to locate an exam session in your community. You can look for exam sessions in[/SIZE] ARRL's database.
Class level:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Technician[/SIZE]
Start/End Dates:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 02/17/2015 - 03/12/2015[/SIZE]
Times:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 7:30PM to 9:30PM EDT[/SIZE]
# of Sessions:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 8[/SIZE]
Pre register required:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Yes[/SIZE]
Fee:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 0[/SIZE]
Pre Study required:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Yes[/SIZE]
Class Type:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Online, using GoToMeeting platform[/SIZE]
Exam offered:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] No[/SIZE]
Sponsoring Club/Organization:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Long Island Amateur Radio Club, Levittown, NY/TrendingMediaGroup.com[/SIZE]
Instructor:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] W2BMP[/SIZE]
Contact:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Joseph Gomez W2BMP[/SIZE]
Phone:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] (516) 765-1948[/SIZE]
Email:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] [/SIZE]w2bmp@limarc.org
Additional Information:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] This is a 100% web based, instructor led class. You can take this class from any computer or mobile device. Classes will be held on 2/17,2/19,2/24,2/26,3/3,3/5,3/10 and 3/12/2015. Times are 7:30 to 9:30PM. All times are EDT. You must email the instructor at W2BMP@Limarc.org to register for this class.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14.001802444458px]At the conclusion of the class you will need to locate an exam session in your community. You can look for exam sessions in[/SIZE] ARRL's database.
"It's A Burgh Thing "
But I see there is some interest out there
I want to make this process easy on anyone looking to become a Ham
What better way to learn than by sitting at home taking Free Classes on your Computer
So here is the information
I have been a Ham since the invention of the wheel
I hope this helps those who choose to use this mode of transportation
The following instruction is offered online:
Class level: [SIZE=14.001802444458px]General[/SIZE]
Start/End Dates:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 01/20/2015 - 02/12/2015[/SIZE]
Times:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 7:30PM to 9:30PM[/SIZE]
# of Sessions:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 8[/SIZE]
Pre register required:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Yes[/SIZE]
Fee:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 0[/SIZE]
Pre Study required:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Yes[/SIZE]
Class Type:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Online, using GoToMeeting platform[/SIZE]
Exam offered:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] No[/SIZE]
Sponsoring Club/Organization:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Long Island Amateur Radio Club, Levittown, NY/TrendingMediaGroup.com[/SIZE]
Instructor:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] W2BMP[/SIZE]
Contact:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Joseph Gomez W2BMP[/SIZE]
Phone:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] (516) 765-1948[/SIZE]
Email:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] [/SIZE]w2bmp@limarc.org
Additional Information:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Classes will be held on 1/20,21,28,29,2/3,2/5,2/10,2/12 2015. Times are 7:30PM to 9:30PM EDT. You MUST register by emailing the instructor at w2bmp@limarc.org. This is a web based, instructor led class. You may take this class from any computer or mobile device.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14.001802444458px]At the conclusion of the class you will need to locate an exam session in your community. You can look for exam sessions in[/SIZE] ARRL's database.
Class level:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Technician[/SIZE]
Start/End Dates:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 02/17/2015 - 03/12/2015[/SIZE]
Times:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 7:30PM to 9:30PM EDT[/SIZE]
# of Sessions:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 8[/SIZE]
Pre register required:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Yes[/SIZE]
Fee:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] 0[/SIZE]
Pre Study required:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Yes[/SIZE]
Class Type:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Online, using GoToMeeting platform[/SIZE]
Exam offered:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] No[/SIZE]
Sponsoring Club/Organization:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Long Island Amateur Radio Club, Levittown, NY/TrendingMediaGroup.com[/SIZE]
Instructor:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] W2BMP[/SIZE]
Contact:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] Joseph Gomez W2BMP[/SIZE]
Phone:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] (516) 765-1948[/SIZE]
Email:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] [/SIZE]w2bmp@limarc.org
Additional Information:[SIZE=14.001802444458px] This is a 100% web based, instructor led class. You can take this class from any computer or mobile device. Classes will be held on 2/17,2/19,2/24,2/26,3/3,3/5,3/10 and 3/12/2015. Times are 7:30 to 9:30PM. All times are EDT. You must email the instructor at W2BMP@Limarc.org to register for this class.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14.001802444458px]At the conclusion of the class you will need to locate an exam session in your community. You can look for exam sessions in[/SIZE] ARRL's database.
"It's A Burgh Thing "