ABOUT US
We are an active Amateur Radio Club here in Southern Oregon, sponsoring licensing classes, soldering workshops, kit building, transmitter hunting and much more. We have great plans for some exciting and fun activities and events this coming year. We invite you to join with us and experience our unique membership and what we each bring to the table as we pursue our collective hobby. We meet at 6:30pm the second Tuesday of each month at the
New Far East Restaurant, 236 N Front St, Medford, OR 97501.
New Far East Restaurant, 236 N Front St, Medford, OR 97501.
UPCOMING MEETING AGENDA
CARE CLUB HOLIDAY POTLUCK DATE:
SUNDAY, 12/15/2019 - 2PM-6PM
Location: Belleview Grange - 1050 Tolman Creek Rd, Ashland
SUNDAY, 12/15/2019 - 2PM-6PM
Location: Belleview Grange - 1050 Tolman Creek Rd, Ashland
- Annual Christmas Potluck
Meeting Date: Tuesday, 1/14/2020
Location: New Far East Restaurant
Location: New Far East Restaurant
- TBA
Meeting Date: Tuesday, 1/14/2020
Location: New Far East Restaurant
Location: New Far East Restaurant
- Video Presentation "The Sun" - NOVA - PBS
JANUARY RAFFLE!!!
FOR OUR JANUARY RAFFLE, WE HAVE A YAESU FT-2980R
As usual, tickets will be $5.00 each at the meeting, drawing to be held when enough tickets have been sold to pay for the unit.
As usual, tickets will be $5.00 each at the meeting, drawing to be held when enough tickets have been sold to pay for the unit.
FT-2980R Description
As its model name suggests, the new FT-2980R arrives with the solid feature configuration and mechanical toughness of the ever popular FT-2900R - with a superior output power that is upgraded to 80 Watts !!
With the new FT-2980R, four output power settings - 80W, 30W, 10W and 5W – are selectable, allowing each user to choose the power they want for their operating style and situations. A Massive Heatsink guarantees a solid 80 Watts of RF Power with no cooling fan needed. Thanks to a loud 3 Watts of audio output, the operator can enjoy reception - even in noisy environments.
Other useful functions included are; Alphanumeric Channel Display; 200 Memory Channels; CTCSS and DCS Encode/Decode Built-in; Versatile Scanning Capability; Wide/Narrow Deviation Selection, Interactive Programming Menu, and so on.
Radio Features:
Frequency Ranges:
Modulation Type: F3E(FM), F2D(PACKET)
Output Power: 80W/30W/10W/5W
Memory Channels: 200
Case Size(W x H x D): 6.3" x 2.0" x 7.3" (w/o Knobs)
Weight: 4.2 lbs
Warranty: 3 Years
Includes DTMF hand mic, power cable and MMB-83 mobile bracket.
As its model name suggests, the new FT-2980R arrives with the solid feature configuration and mechanical toughness of the ever popular FT-2900R - with a superior output power that is upgraded to 80 Watts !!
With the new FT-2980R, four output power settings - 80W, 30W, 10W and 5W – are selectable, allowing each user to choose the power they want for their operating style and situations. A Massive Heatsink guarantees a solid 80 Watts of RF Power with no cooling fan needed. Thanks to a loud 3 Watts of audio output, the operator can enjoy reception - even in noisy environments.
Other useful functions included are; Alphanumeric Channel Display; 200 Memory Channels; CTCSS and DCS Encode/Decode Built-in; Versatile Scanning Capability; Wide/Narrow Deviation Selection, Interactive Programming Menu, and so on.
Radio Features:
- Massive Heatsink guarantees 80 Watts of RF Power with No Cooling Fan Needed (Four selectable power output levels are provided: 80/30/10/5 Watts)
- Loud 3 Watts of Audio Output for noisy environments
- Large 6 Digit Backlit LCD ensure excellent visibility
- Excellent Receiver Performance
- Alpha-Numeric Channel Display
- 200 Memory Channels for serious users
- CTCSS and DCS Encode/Decode Built in
- Versatile Scanning Capability
- WX Channels with "Severe Weather" Alert
- Smart Search Operation
- DTMF Direct Access Microphone Included
- Wide/Narrow Deviation Selection
- RF-Squelch
- Interactive Programming Menu
- Supply Voltage Display
- 4-level Display Dimmer
Frequency Ranges:
- RX 136 - 174 MHz
- TX 144 - 148 MHz
Modulation Type: F3E(FM), F2D(PACKET)
Output Power: 80W/30W/10W/5W
Memory Channels: 200
Case Size(W x H x D): 6.3" x 2.0" x 7.3" (w/o Knobs)
Weight: 4.2 lbs
Warranty: 3 Years
Includes DTMF hand mic, power cable and MMB-83 mobile bracket.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
If you like what you see here on our web site, we invite you to come to one of our Monthly Meetings! Experience our Club in person! You can print a Membership Application below, bring it along and plug right in to the group by joining our Club when you visit!
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Study to be a Ham Radio Operator!
The C.A.R.E. Club provides a Technician/General Class Licensing Course approximately twice a year.
This course runs about 10-12 weeks in length.
Our course is not just a test preparation class. It is a combined Technician and General Class preparation program that will get you ready for the licensing exams, and help you understand the fundamentals of radio and basic electronics.
Our next class will begin Saturday January 11, 2020.
Sessions are held from 9am to noon at Fire Station #4, located near the corner of Table Rock Rd. and Berrydale, next to Railroad Park. We currently have more room for students to sign up!
SEE OUR LICENSE CLASSES PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION
There is no cost for these class sessions, but discounted textbooks are available through the instructors (Bring cash or check for 2 textbooks x $25.00 = $50.00). There is a $15.00 fee for the test session, which is given at the end of the course.
For more information, CLICK HERE,
email care.ham.class@gmail.com , or call Curt KF7VZV at 541-261-2648.
The C.A.R.E. Club provides a Technician/General Class Licensing Course approximately twice a year.
This course runs about 10-12 weeks in length.
Our course is not just a test preparation class. It is a combined Technician and General Class preparation program that will get you ready for the licensing exams, and help you understand the fundamentals of radio and basic electronics.
Our next class will begin Saturday January 11, 2020.
Sessions are held from 9am to noon at Fire Station #4, located near the corner of Table Rock Rd. and Berrydale, next to Railroad Park. We currently have more room for students to sign up!
SEE OUR LICENSE CLASSES PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION
There is no cost for these class sessions, but discounted textbooks are available through the instructors (Bring cash or check for 2 textbooks x $25.00 = $50.00). There is a $15.00 fee for the test session, which is given at the end of the course.
For more information, CLICK HERE,
email care.ham.class@gmail.com , or call Curt KF7VZV at 541-261-2648.
CLASSIFIEDS
If you have an item to sell, or you are looking for something to purchase,
consider putting a free listing here!
Contact the webmaster at clh143@yahoo.com
consider putting a free listing here!
Contact the webmaster at clh143@yahoo.com
For Sale
Like new condition with original box
Yaesu FT-990 HF RIG
Asking $600
Contact David KL1XI
Davidhoffmann11@gmail.com
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Like new condition with original box
Yaesu FT-990 HF RIG
Asking $600
Contact David KL1XI
Davidhoffmann11@gmail.com
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THE RADIO AMATEUR'S CODE
The Radio Amateur is:
CONSIDERATE...
He/[She] never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.
LOYAL...
He/[She] offers loyalty, encouragement and support to other amateurs, local clubs, the IARU Radio Society in his/[her] country, through which Amateur Radio in his/[her] country is represented nationally and internationally.
PROGRESSIVE...
He/[She] keeps his/[her] station up to date. It is well-built and efficient. His/[Her] operating practice is above reproach.
FRIENDLY...
He/[She] operates slowly and patiently when requested; offers friendly advice and counsel to beginners; kind assistance, cooperation and consideration for the interests of others. These are the marks of the amateur spirit.
BALANCED...
Radio is a hobby, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school or community.
PATRIOTIC...
His/[Her] station and skills are always ready for service to country and community.
CONSIDERATE...
He/[She] never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.
LOYAL...
He/[She] offers loyalty, encouragement and support to other amateurs, local clubs, the IARU Radio Society in his/[her] country, through which Amateur Radio in his/[her] country is represented nationally and internationally.
PROGRESSIVE...
He/[She] keeps his/[her] station up to date. It is well-built and efficient. His/[Her] operating practice is above reproach.
FRIENDLY...
He/[She] operates slowly and patiently when requested; offers friendly advice and counsel to beginners; kind assistance, cooperation and consideration for the interests of others. These are the marks of the amateur spirit.
BALANCED...
Radio is a hobby, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school or community.
PATRIOTIC...
His/[Her] station and skills are always ready for service to country and community.
SOME OF OUR MEMBERS...
Some of our Members have given permission for their First Names and Call Signs to be here on the public section of our website to introduce themselves to you. This is not an exhaustive list of our Membership.
C.A.R.E. Club Members / Call Signs:
- Joseph - W3JVC
- Joe - AF7GN
- Darrell - N7CZX
- Curt - KF7VZV
- Dale - N7IXS
- Kirk - KF7N
- Bill - N7EU
- Rob - N7RFD
- Jackie - KC7WWJ
- Carrie - KD7HSD
- Rick - KI7BRW
- Scott - KI7HSR
- Amy - AG7GP
- Robin - N7HAP
- Brooksby - AE7BR
- Crystal - N5LEQ
- Leonard - KI7NES
- Nikki - KI7LUD
- David - KG7RXN
- Donna - KG7RXI
- John - AA7JU
- Matt - KI7ONN
