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— Holiday Party & Elections — Toys for Tots.The LIMARC holiday party was attended by over 120 members and family. It was a great evening out with excellent, food, entertainment, and good spirit. Thank you to all who helped make the event a success, with special thanks to Jay, N2SVX, and wife Anne, for providing the really delicious food. Thank you to those who helped set-up and take-down, and to those who helped to serve the food.
Thank you to Richie N2WJL for taking care of the many toys brought by our members for Toys for Tots. Richie delivers them to the hospital. Also a special thank you to Rich N2EO, for securing the services of live entertainment in the person of The Still Life band members, Jeremy and Lou. They added a very nice touch to the evening. You can see and hear more of them at www.stillliferock.com.
Happy holidays to all!
73,
Richie, K2KNB, LIMARC President- January - Submit your essay for the LlMARC MEMORIAL FUND 2011 ESSAY CONTEST
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General Meeting Schedule 2012– (Quick Format)
— 1/11; 2/8; 3/14 ; 4/4; 5/9; 6/13; 9/12, 10/10; 11/14;
12/12
Some Pre-Session meetings start at 6:45 PM.
Most General Meetings start at 8 PM. Everyone is welcome!
Bring a friend!
For more details and directions to each location, please go to our LIMARC Meetings
Page.
Board Meetings start at 7:30 PM. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to
attend!
Board Meeting Schedule 2012 – (Quick Format) — 1/4; 2/1;
3/7; 4/3; 5/2; 6/6;
For more details and directions to each location, please go to our LIMARC Meetings
Page.
Helen Reed, K2AIU,(sk) was an active member of LIMARC who passed away at a young age. A memorial fund was established in her name.
The LIMARC Board of Directors has approved a proposal to use the funds in the Helen Reed Memorial Fund to offer an essay contest with a cash award of $200 dollars to the winner. Applicants must come from the following groups:
- A high school senior or college freshman living in Nassau or Suffolk
Counties, who is an amateur radio operator
OR
- The relative of a member who resides outside of Nassau or Suffolk County, who is also a high school senior or college freshman, and an amateur radio operator.
The essay is to be no more than 500 words. The topic this year is:
“The Relevance of Amateur Radio in the 21st
Century”
PURPOSE: To encourage interest in Amateur Radio
and LlMARC.
CRITERIA: The basic criteria for the award are
resourcefulness in gathering information and writing skills.
PROCEDURE: Two copies of the article should be
submitted via mail, or entries can be e-mailed.
Deadline is January 31, 2012.
The award will be presented at our annual membership meeting in March.
(There are no entry fees or application forms. Entries will not be returned).
Enclose your name, address, telephone number, callsign and school,
and if necessary, relationship to a LIMARC member.
Entries should be sent to:
LIMARC Memorial Fund Committee
P.O. Box 392
Levittown, NY 11756
Or e-mailed to:
scholarship@limarc.org
Diane, K2DO and Nancy, N2TKA, will serve as the Committee Co-Chairs.
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Inside Echolink — Watch and enjoy!
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You can get to Neil's presentation website about
Getting Your Computer Out Of Trouble ...and keeping it that way. This is a
presentation Neil did for the Long Island Mobile Amateur Radio Club (LIMARC).
Here are links to many of the utilities he spoke about and links to download
the presentation and handouts.
HANDOUT AND PRESENTATION LINKS
PDF of Handout:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/8320427/Getting%20Your%20Computer%20Out%20Of%20Trouble.pdf
PPTX File of PowerPoint presentation:
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ANTIVIRUS
Avira Anti-Vir Free: http://www.avira.com/en/avira-free-antivirus
AVG Antivirus Free: http://free.avg.com/us-en/homepage
Avast! Free Antivirus: http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download
Kaspersky Antivirus ($$$, but has free online scanning tool) http://usa.kaspersky.com/
F-Prot Antivirus ($$$. Many techs swear by F-Prot) http://www.f-prot.com/
OTHER ANTI MALWARE
AdAware Free (adware blocker): http://free.lavasoft.com/products.aspx
Spyware Terminator (also has clam antivirus plug-in): http://www.spywareterminator.com/
Threatfire (useful, effective, and QUIET. they call this zero-day malware
protection): http://www.threatfire.com/
HiJackThis (useful but can be dangerous. use with help sites like bleeping
computer.com, or an analyzer site like hijackthis.de: http://free.antivirus.com/hijackthis/
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware (one of the best for trojans, and ransomware):
http://www.malwarebytes.org/
Combofix (very effective but can also be dangerous. frequently used with custom
scripts from helper sites like bleepingcomputer): http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/combofix/how-to-use-combofi
HIREN'S BOOT CD
Download CD images (current and old versions) http://www.hirensbootcd.org/download/
Hiren's web site (for information about what is on the disk, instructions
for creating a bootable USB stick, and how to add custom software): http://www.hiren.info
LINUX INFO
Distrowatch (great site about all of the popular Linux distributions) http://www.distrowatch.com
Linux Mint LXDE (my current favorite Linux distro) http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=87
SOFTWARE ALTERNATIVES
Microsoft Alternatives: http://alternatives.rzero.com/
The GIMP: (Photoshop alternative): http://www.gimp.org/downloads/
AbiWord: (MS Word Alternative): http://www.abisource.com/
LibreOffice: (MS Office alternative. new all-free project forked from
OpenOffice.org) http://www.libreoffice.org/download
Google Docs: (cloud-based MS Office alternative from Google) http://docs.google.com
PHILOSOPHY
Paul›s rule of software licensing: NEVER RELY ON SOFTWARE YOU DO NOT OWN!
Irwin›s rule of discounting: BEWARE OF DISCOUNT PARACHUTES!
Neil›s fat-finger rule: Computers do not make mistakes. THEY AMPLIFY
THEM!
Jill›s helpdesk rule: BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP!
In New York State there are three Vehicle and Traffic (VAT) laws
that are of particular interest to amateur radio operators when operating
mobile. The first is VAT Title 7, Article 33, and Section 1225-c. This is the
original law regarding using a cell phone while driving. This law does not
contain a specific exemption for amateur radio, but it does provide a specific
definition of a mobile telephone which has been ruled to exclude CB and amateur
radio. Steve Bozak, WB2IQU, was ticketed under this statue and it was
successfully overturned with the Judge saying “…the Court finds
that the use of an amateur radio device does not fit the definition of a mobile
telephone …”
The second law of interest is VAT Title 7, Article 33, Section
1225-d. This is the anti-texting while driving law. Once again, amateur radio
is not specifically mentioned, this section refers back to 1225-c for its
definition of a mobile telephone. This section contains its own definitions for
a Portable Electronic Device. As of the time of this writing, there are no
known cases where amateur radio operators have been sited under this statue for
using an amateur radio while mobile.
The third law of interest is Vehicle and Traffic Law Section
397, the anti-police radio receiver law. This law is much older than the two
above. This law specifically exempts licensed amateur radio operators and their
mobile equipment.
LIMARC heavily stresses that safety is the number one priority
while driving. If it’s not safe, don’t use your radio. Pull over
into a safe location and then use the radio. It is also important to remember
that there are driving while distracted laws that could definitely be applied
to an amateur radio operator using his or her radio while driving in an unsafe
manor.
None of this is considered a legal
opinion. If you have questions about how the laws apply to you, consult
your attorney or legal expert. This information is posted here to educate radio
amateurs of laws that may be of interest to them. LIMARC recommends that you
know your rights and the laws that apply to you. It is a good idea to keep a
copy of your amateur radio license and these statues with the registration
information for your vehicle. This way you can have an easy way to refresh your
knowledge of the law when you need.
The links below will download PDF copies of NYS VAT Title 7,
Article 33, Sections 1225c & d, NYS VAT Title 3 Article 12, Section 397,
and the Bozak Decision.
- NYS VAT Title 7, Article
33, Sections 1225-c and 1225-d
- NYS VAT
Title 3, Article 12, Section 397
- Bozak Decision
Thanks to Bernie K2YO & Rich N2HH.
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Thanks so much for donating to our hamfest(s). Because of you, they are
so much better!
Members: We hope that you will patronize these fine companies. They were here
for us when we needed them and most likely, will be there again in the
future.
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- www.westmountainradio.com
- www.alinco.com
- www.kjielectronics.com
- www.cometantenna.com
- www.ww-manufacturing.com/
- www.advancedspecialties.net
- www.cq-amateur-radio.com
- www.worldradiomagazine.com/
- www.radio-oasis.com
- www.qsradio.com
- www.radiodaze.com
- www.texastowers.com
- www.bigapplemotorcycleschool.com/
The Swap n’ Shop Net now follows the Info Net on Monday evenings. The Info Net Controls will rotate and the Swap n’ Shop Net Control will be Bill WB2CUK. The Info Net starts at 8:30 pm on W2VL.
Computer Nets will be on the 3rd & 4th
Wednesdays at 8:30 PM on W2VL.
If you have any topic suggestions or questions for LIMARC’s Computer Net
control, Ken WB2KWC, you can email: .
In a month where there are five weeks, we will have an FYI Net with an
assortment of information.
Check out LIMARC Log/eLog Page
Directory of LIMARC eLogs:
- LIMARC eLogs (Recent)
- The Dinosaur Repeater Schematics by Hal K6DPZ
- Archived LIMARC eLogs
- October 2010
- September 2010
- June 2010
- May 2010
- April 2010
- March 2010
- February 2010
- January 2010
- December 2009
- November 2009
- October 2009
- September 2009
- June 2009
- May 2009
- April 2009
- March 2009
- February 2009
- January 2009
- December 2008
- November 2008
- October 2008
- September 2008
- June 2008
- May 2008
- April 2008
- March 2008
- February 2008
- January 2008
- December 2007
- November 2007
- October 2007
- September 2007
- August 2007
- July 2007
- June 2007
- May 2007
- April 2007
- March 2007
- February 2007
- January 2007
- December 2006
Photo Gallery 2 is LIMARC’s most recent Gallery. Check out the photos on the Gallery at http://limarc.org/Gallery/! If you go to the Photo Album link - the actual addy is http://www.limarc.org/album.htm, you’ll see at the top a link to the Photo Gallery and you’ll see many other photo page links to photos of the past.
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We
are very sorry to report the passing of Jay Rosenzweig, N2FP, known
affectionately as “Fancy Pants.” Jay passed away pm Saturday,
February 19th and the funeral was Sunday, February 20th. The family kept it
small and private. We were not informed until this evening {the Sunday of the
funeral, after it occurred].
When we gave out membership numbers based upon members still in the club and when they joined, Jay was number 5, having joined LIMARC in 1971. He was a very active LIMARC member and served many terms as a Director and vice-President, and served as President in 1995. He chaired many bowling parties, was the early morning talk-in for our hamfests, and was always there for any one in need of some help.
A few years ago, Jay went out to help a neighbor unload a bag of rocks. As he put the bag down on the ground, the metal strap around the bag snapped and hit Jay in the leg. He did not think anything of it, but a few days later the wound had swollen and turned red. He went to the hospital only to find that he had a severe infection which was treated with massive doses of antibiotics. One thing led to another, and in the end, Jays’ systems began to shut down. He ended up on dialysis, which is a three day a week trauma to the body. He was resolute, and there were many things that contributed to his passing, but it began with a simple act of kindness. And that was Jay!
We will really miss him!
Richie, K2KNB, President
Rick, K2RB , Chairman Good and Welfare
Jay was such a loving and generous man who was full of enthusiasm for whatever he tackled. Whether it was LIMARC stuff or photography he always wanted to know everything about it and became an expert! I remember him showing me some of his photos that were published in the Town newsletters and calendars. Great stuff. I can't believe he's really gone. Rest in peace OM
Diane P Ortiz K2DO
I got to know Jay when he was a leader in the Field Day committee and I remember well how Jay made out printouts of all LIMARC members with their phone numbers and he made sure ALL members were called and reminded / invited to come down to their club's Field Day. We had great attendance at Field Day those years. It was Jay's idea and it made a big difference! On the committee he handled many aspects, made many calls to make things happen and worked very hard all through Field Day, set up through take down.
I got to know Jay best when he asked me to chair the Good & Welfare committee. Because he wanted Good & Welfare to tend to so many of the ill and/or older members he called me every day, many times a day and I would call them and talk about what was happening in their lives. I got to know many members well because of Jay's effort. That's when I started making gift packages because the club couldn't afford the fruit baskets that Jay wanted everyone to get. His main objective for Good & Welfare was that all who were ailing in any way knew that the members of the club cared. "Fancy Pants" had a big heart.
When Jay ran for the Presidency, Jay had so many older members come out to vote, most of those folks had a very difficult time getting out, but they felt cared for by Jay. Tt was really astounding! So many would yell out, "You'll still take care of us, even if you don't win, right!?!?" He really kept in close contact with many members, whether active on the radio or at meetings. It didn't matter to Jay, all members mattered.
N2FP taught himself to be a great photographer, including learning how to use Photoshop. When he would show the many photos he took, I was astounded; he had a great eye! He and George WB2HPI had many photos published in calendars and other publications. He would cut his own paper into photo size and would bring in hundreds of photos, one better than the next. He loved this hobby and he would take many photos at LIMARC events and send them to me via email so that I could put them on the web. For a short time, he put the pictures on the web himself and I was very grateful!
While it wasn't the last day that I saw Jay, I remember last Field Day the most. I tend to arrive in the afternoon and it seems Jay wanted to go home, but he wouldn't go home until he saw me. He thought his life was just about over then and he wanted to see me one last time. My OM, Rich N2STU told him that I was on my way and he stayed and once I was there, we talked for a good while about what was happening then and we spoke a lot about the past. I'll always remember how much Jay cared about all of LIMARC's members. Jay N2FP "Fancy Pants" will be sorely missed by many.
Nancy Rosner N2TKA
This is a
video that is dedicated to George Gluck WA2WKV/SK. It was created and narrated
by Lorrie Morrow KC2CHA and Mario Malese WF2T. Thanks Mario and Lorrie, it is
such a wonderful tribute and brings back wonderful memories! Many of these
photos were for George Gluck's retirement as DEC of ARES. I'm sure you
all will enjoy viewing it.
Watch this movie dedicated to George Gluck WA2WKV/SK, created
and narrated by Lorrie Morrow KC2CHA and Mario Malese WF2T..
George Gluck, WA2WKV, passed away on Monday, January 31. George joined LIMARC in 1974, and over the years served in many official capacities. He was Vice-President for two years, and served several terms as a Director. He had chaired several committees including the Hamfest. George was at one time the trustee for W2VL. When not serving in an official capacity, George was still an active voice in the club, attending many board meetings and almost all of the general meetings.
George loved amateur radio, and understood the role of hams in providing public service. He was active in ARES having been the DEC for many years, and served in RACES. He helped to establish amateur radio as an adjunct to Fire Department communications. You would always find him at public events such as the New York City Marathon, Long Island Marathon, Gold Coast Bike Ride, and any other event where amateur radio operators could serve the public, including the Red Cross. In 2008, George was honored by the ARRL Hudson Division, as the “Grand Ole Ham.”
George was a mentor to so many who joined this hobby. Recognizing the new amateur, who might be shy and unsure, George would add a gentle voice of instruction, guiding the newbie through his early stages in amateur radio. And for those of us who had been around awhile, George was a great source of common sense and reason. Who can forget, that as George was about to tell you that you might have been wrong about something, he would begin with the words, “Please don’t misunderstand me!”
There were many times when I had to look at George, and think to myself, “Can anyone really be that nice?” I never heard him say a bad word about anyone. He would sometimes drive me home from an event and I would tell him that I would be a few more minutes. He would always say, “No problem! Take as much time as you need! No need to rush!” He was a gentleman who brought his kindness to everyone. He was loved by everyone including people who bought cars and trucks from him. How many of you know a car salesman loved by his customers?
George will be missed by everyone, and LIMARC is particularly saddened. There will never be another George Gluck.
Our deepest condolences to Roz, Adam, Terry, and Jason.
The LIMARC Executive Board
Richard Cetron, K2KNB
President
Mel was not a member of LIMARC, but was certainly an integral part of the LIMARC extended family. For many years, Mel assisted in running the Sunday night TechNet, sometimes filling in for Dick, K2RIW, as Net Control. Mel provided valuable technical knowledge, and a willingness to help so many find answers to their technical problems. He received and answered hundreds of e-mails for the TechNet, and forwarded many of the best questions to Dick for discussion on Sunday nights.
Mel will be missed by the amateur radio community in general, and the Sunday night TechNet specifically.
Our deepest sympathies to the Schneider family.
Richard Cetron, K2KNB
President
Long Island
Transmitter Hunters Seeking New Participants
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Long Island Transmitter Hunters Are Seeking New Participants!
A group of Long Island transmitter hunting enthusiasts has been conducting 2 meter hunts on Friday nights (with an occasional Sunday event)and we are seeking new participants to join in the fun.
Anyone interested in learning more about the activity of radio direction finding and radio "fox hunting" is invited to participate as a hunter, rider or hider.
A LITHARC discussion group, Long Island Transmitter Hunters ARC, has been established on Yahoo Groups as a central information and communications site, and you are welcome to sign up to keep informed about our upcoming events.
If you would like our group to conduct a hunt in your area that would include members of your radio club, please let us know. For more information, contact Larry, WA2SUH at wa2suh at aol.com
The Yahoo Group link is: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LITHARC/
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LIMARC Membership
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Levittown, NY 11756-0392
Feel free to check out the web page detailing Membership Dues Info.
We also have on the web, a simple Printable Version that
you are invited to use.
Membership expires December 31 of current year regardless of when you joined.
If all goes well, committee chairs and the board will be adding events regularly. We hope you find it useful and enjoy it! To the board and chairman, remember to click on the date number first to get started. If you are not on the board or a committee chair, but would like to add events to this new calendar, just write to me at my callsign, N2TKA at LIMARC ’dot’ org and I’ll do my best to assist you if possible. Just go to the LIMARC’s Calendar.
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We’re so glad you’ve found us and we hope that someday each of you who reads this page, joins us at our monthly meetings and hopefully, become members of LIMARC and be part of our family. We have a varied membership and have great times together. If you’d like to become a member of LIMARC - we’d love to have you be part of our group! You’ll find we are active in many facets of ham radio and welcome newcomers warmly. While you’ll find more specific information from the links on the left and the rest of the page, our meetings are usually the 3rd Wednesday of the month at Levittown Hall. Please click the meetings icon to learn more about our General and Board meetings. Hope you have a nice time at our site! 73!
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LIMARC operates 5
repeaters:
W2VL 146.850 —
Glen Oaks
Echolink station ID:
W2VL-R
W2KPQ 449.125 —
Plainview
Echolink station ID:
W2KPQ-L
IRLP node: 4969
W2KPQ 147.375 +
Selden
Echolink station ID:
W2KPQ-R
W2KPQ 224.820 —
W2VL 1288.00 —
All have a PL of 136.5
The Glen Oaks and Selden sites are linked together and can be reached at IRLP
node 9126.
Our Echolink station IDs are;
Glen Oaks – W2VL-R
Selden – W2KPQ-R
Plainview – W2KPQ-L
There is a FREE iPhone app for Echolink where you can talk directly from your
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Our thoughts and prayers are with those in the armed
services who are serving our country to make it better for all of us. We wish
you great strength physically & emotionally. We eagerly await your return
home. Many thanks; we’re all so very proud of you!
Thank you to all of those who helped here in NY. 9.11 We will be forever
grateful and will NEVER forget!