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== Major Sections (feel free to add or edit) ==
 
== Major Sections (feel free to add or edit) ==
 
=== [[Field Day]] ===
 
=== [[Field Day]] ===
[[Field Day]] is sponsored by ARRL and held every year on the last full weekend of June.
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Field Day is sponsored by ARRL and held every year on the last full weekend of June.
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* This section contains [[Extra Points and Rules|rules]], setup ([[Site Setup (Including Gazebos) |site]], [[Antennas |antennas]], [[Stations|stations]]), operating, reporting and documentation information.
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====[[Field Day 2013]]====
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* This section has specific information on the planning and execution of Field Day for 2013.
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=== Meeting Topics ===
 
=== Meeting Topics ===
 
==== [[Proposed Meeting Topics]]====  
 
==== [[Proposed Meeting Topics]]====  
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The NPARC meeting on the fouth Monday of each month is expected to be devoted to some project chosen by the club.
 
The NPARC meeting on the fouth Monday of each month is expected to be devoted to some project chosen by the club.
 
=== Other Activities ===
 
=== Other Activities ===
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==== [[50th Anniversary N2XJ Special Event]]====
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For its 50th Anniversay in 2015, NPARC is running a special event 
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*This section has instructions and sign-up info.
 
==== [[Sunday Night Net]]====
 
==== [[Sunday Night Net]]====
 
Every Sunday at 9:00 PM (0100Z) an NPARC discussion net is held on the W2LI/R repeater.
 
Every Sunday at 9:00 PM (0100Z) an NPARC discussion net is held on the W2LI/R repeater.
 
==== [[Auction]]====
 
==== [[Auction]]====
Once a year, usually in February, NPARC holds an open auction of ham-radio related items.
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Once a year, usually in February, NPARC holds an open auction of ham-radio related items. This page provides detail on how to sign up with CQ and ARRL as well as general auction setup information.
 
==== [[Kid's Day]]====
 
==== [[Kid's Day]]====
 
Twice a year, Winter and Spring, ARRL sponsors a Kid's Day.  NPARC participates regularly.
 
Twice a year, Winter and Spring, ARRL sponsors a Kid's Day.  NPARC participates regularly.
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A subgroup within NPARC is organized into an Emergency Response Team.  The team tests their equipment and preparedness regularly by participating in community activities, such as the New Providence Memorial Day Parade and July 4th Fireworks, providing communications as needed.
 
A subgroup within NPARC is organized into an Emergency Response Team.  The team tests their equipment and preparedness regularly by participating in community activities, such as the New Providence Memorial Day Parade and July 4th Fireworks, providing communications as needed.
 
====[[Digital Net]]====
 
====[[Digital Net]]====
On the first and third Monday (when no club meeting) at 9:00pm EDT/EST (0100UTC/0200UTC), we try to hold a digital net using some digital mode (PSK31 or RTTY) on HF (7.0355 lately). Reflector emails will confirm mode and frequency.
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On the first and third Monday (when no club meeting) at 9:00pm EDT/EST (0100UTC/0200UTC), we try to hold a digital net using some digital mode (f.e. PSK31, RTTY, Feld-Hell) on HF (28.070 lately, 14.0705 7.0355 earlier). Reflector emails the day of or day before the net will confirm mode and frequency for that night.
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NPARC also maintains a [http://nparc.org/digitalmodes.htm | 'Digital Modes' web page].
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====[[Trips and Outings]]====
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During the year, Club members get together for trips to some favorite destinations.  These include regular visits to ARRL Headquarters and W1AW, Ham Radio Outlet, InfoAge and the Battleship New Jersey to operate aboard BB2NJ.
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====[[Annual Luncheon]]====
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In December, the Club holds its annual Luncheon, at which newly elected officers are introduced and the Club's prestigious awards are handed out.
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====[[Contests]]====
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2012 marks the first try at NPARC participating in a contest as a club. We are going to try for an aggregate score in the 2012 [[New Jersey QSO Party]]. Hopefully we can make this and other contests something the club members can take part in.
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=== Tips, Tricks and Checklists ===
 
=== Tips, Tricks and Checklists ===
==== [[Digital Modes Not Working]]====
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==== [[Software]]====
A checklist of things to look at when you think everything is OK with your digital setup, but no one is coming back to you. Some things can be applied to CW and PHONE as well.
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There are many uses for a computer in the ham shack. Functions such as logging, rig control, rotor control, DX cluster monitoring, digital modes can all be done with your computer and the right software. Occasionally you need some hardware interfacing, but most of this can be homebrewed or purchased for minimal cost.
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==== [[Not making contact]]====
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A checklist of things to look at when you think everything is OK with your setup, but no one comes back to you.
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===== [[Digital Modes Not Working]]=====
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A checklist of things to look at when you think everything is OK with your digital setup, but no one is coming back to you. These are in addition to the general list.
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==== [[Assembly of PL-259 Connectors]]====
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The PL-259 UHF connector is widely used in Amateur Radio.  Much has been [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UHF_connector written] about its properties and there are a multitude of instructions available on how to assemble the PL-259.  However, NPARC was fortunate to have a presentation by Barry, K2JV, including extensive photographs and tips on how to properly assemble a PL-259 for long-term reliability.
  
 
== How to Edit this Wiki ==
 
== How to Edit this Wiki ==

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