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"Ham in a Day" Class en

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"Ham in a Day" Class

Advance registration is recommended as this class usually fills to capacity. Reserve your spot today with a $20 deposit, refunded upon attendance of the class. [Reserve your spot today](https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ham-in-a-day-def-con--33) PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Workshop https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/EEQPNC/ Ham Exams Room (W320) PUBLISH M38KKB@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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Antenna Building: Make Your Own LoRa Yagi and VHF Foxhunt Loop Workshop en

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Antenna Building: Make Your Own LoRa Yagi and VHF Foxhunt Loop Workshop

This talk will demonstrate building this year's antenna building workshop. Our selections this year include a VHF loop for fox-hunting, suitable for use in this year's fox-hunt. Second is a LoRa compatible Yagi. You will learn the basics of antenna construction, testing, and finally verifying with the cold cruel uncaring reality of physics that your antenna works. We will also cover trouble-shooting antennas, common pitfalls, and unsolicited life advice. PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Activity https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/M38KKB/ Ham Radio Village (W321) Danny Quist Nate Martin (wants.beer) PUBLISH ZXRKUE@@cfp.hamvillage.org

-ZXRKUE

How Ham Radio Supported 911 For 24 Years en

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How Ham Radio Supported 911 For 24 Years

What do you do when major Communications are disrupted and how amateur radio came to the rescue. We will talk about all the technology that was user to support the relief effort. Staffing requirements and jobs that Ham Radio operators did, challenges and solution for working a Major disaster will be covered. Lessons learned and opportunities for you to become involved in emergency communications. PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Talk https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/ZXRKUE/ Ham Radio Village (W321) jay ferron PUBLISH BQML87@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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Meshtastic: Mesh Networking Made Easy with LoRa and ESP32 en

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Meshtastic: Mesh Networking Made Easy with LoRa and ESP32

This session provides participants with an accessible introduction to Meshtastic, a powerful yet simple-to-use mesh networking solution built upon LoRa's long-range radio technology. We will start by exploring core mesh networking principles and LoRa's capabilities, emphasizing how these technologies complement amateur radio practices and enhance emergency communications. Following a concise overview, attendees will experience a practical demonstration of setting up a Meshtastic network using an inexpensive ESP32-based kit, readily available through online retailers. The demonstration includes installing smartphone apps, flashing firmware, and establishing communication between devices. Attendees will leave equipped with the foundational knowledge required to deploy their own resilient mesh networks for various communication needs. PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Talk https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/BQML87/ Ham Radio Village (W321) Jon Marler (K4CHN) PUBLISH 97LPRK@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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Meshtastic Command & Control en

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Meshtastic Command & Control

Command and control infrastructure using fully encrypted meshtastic networks. PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Talk https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/97LPRK/ Ham Radio Village (W321) Eric Escobar PUBLISH GU38CM@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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Ham Radio Exams en

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Ham Radio Exams

Registration is **required** and can be completed anytime before taking the exam. [Learn more and register](https://ham.study/sessions/67fefba97bfbbd82ef84e347/1) Exams are drop-in and you can show up ant anytime during the testing window until 45 minutes before the end of the exam session (to allow ample time for testing, grading, and paperwork). One registration covers you for the whole weekend -- no need to pick a specific day. PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Event https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/GU38CM/ Ham Exams Room (W320) InkRF PUBLISH KHDCVN@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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"Can it Ham" Contest en

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"Can it Ham" Contest

[Full contest rules and information](https://hamvillage.org/events/dc33/canitham) **All antennas must be summitted by 10AM on Sunday** Any antennas not picked up by 2pm on Sunday will be donated to the Ham village or disposed accordingly. PUBLIC CONFIRMED Contest https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/KHDCVN/ "Can it Ham" Contest Table (Contest Area) shoot3r PUBLISH UXAAGL@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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Ham Radio Fox Hunt en

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Ham Radio Fox Hunt

Up for more of a challenge? Attempt to solve the hidden puzzle within the fox hunt to win the ultimate prize! PUBLIC CONFIRMED Contest https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/UXAAGL/ Ham Radio Fox Hunt Contest Table (Contest Area) - PUBLISH XEH9DX@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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HAM RADIO VS. OPPRESSION – HOW THE AIRWAVES DEFY CENSORSHIP en

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HAM RADIO VS. OPPRESSION – HOW THE AIRWAVES DEFY CENSORSHIP

With risks presented by the current global political landscape, Ham radio (amateur radio) has been a powerful tool for communication, especially where governments impose strict control over traditional and digital communication channels. PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Talk https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/XEH9DX/ Ham Radio Village (W321) Nate Moore PUBLISH ZPUBX3@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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What's new in amateur radio digital modes? en

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What's new in amateur radio digital modes?

Digital modes continue to transform amateur radio, offering efficient communication methods and exciting new possibilities. This updated introductory presentation for amateur radio operators and hobbyists covers essential digital modes commonly used across HF, VHF, and UHF bands, providing foundational knowledge and recent developments. Participants will: * Explore Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS), now enhanced by innovative LoRa technology, modern mapping interfaces, and new portable hardware options. * Get an overview of WSJT-X modes, especially FT8 and FT4, which remain favorites for weak-signal digital communication, along with recent enhancements in usability and contesting. * Learn about JS8Call, a conversational data mode built on FT8 technology, and WSPR, an automated beacon mode ideal for propagation study. *Be introduced to cutting-edge digital voice modes such as FreeDV’s RADE, which utilizes machine learning to significantly improve HF voice quality, and the M17 digital voice protocol, an open-source, community-driven alternative to DMR and D-STAR. *Discover accessible, beginner-friendly hardware solutions, including low-cost HF QRP digital rigs, integrated sound card interfaces, and mobile/portable digital operation setups. This presentation is designed to appeal to newcomers, while offering valuable updates and fresh content for returning attendees. PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Talk https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/ZPUBX3/ Ham Radio Village (W321) Jon Marler (K4CHN) PUBLISH P79USH@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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Creating a Ham Radio IP Network with AREDN Software en

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Creating a Ham Radio IP Network with AREDN Software

Orv W6BI will discuss how to create a ham radio IP network with off the shelf hardware and open source software from AREDN (https://www.arednmesh.org/) The AREDN software supports over a hundred different devices from several different vendors. The AREDN software allows advertising services, such as web servers, cameras, VOIP phones, etc. Usable RF links can be up to 30 miles. For those lacking a line of sight path to an AREDN node, the software supports inter-node network links via the Internet. AREDN islands can be linked via 'superhodes' to allow access to remote nodes. It can be viewed at https://worldmap.arednmesh.org PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Talk https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/P79USH/ Ham Radio Village (W321) Orv Beach W6BI PUBLISH GU38CM@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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Ham Radio Exams en

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Ham Radio Exams

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"Can it Ham" Contest en

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"Can it Ham" Contest

-UXAAGL

Ham Radio Fox Hunt en

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Ham Radio Fox Hunt

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It Came From Space en

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It Came From Space

Some of the earliest weather satellites were launched in the 50's. Since that time, technology has come a long ways from simple images of clouds, with new payloads that can see through the clouds and give information like ocean wave heights, ground temperatures, wind speed and direction, and other interesting information. The even better part of this is that all this information is being sent in the clear, continuously, meaning if you can receive it and decode it, you can view and use the data. Be your own weather forecaster! Hardware needed to accomplish this is as simple as a dipole antenna on a tripod and a $30 SDR dongle. On the software side, there are many different programs you can use to collect the signal. Some, like SatDump, even do everything all in one place: tune, decode, and assemble the output all in a single click. It's even possible to setup a schedule and fully automate collecting imagery. Moving beyond the simple APT data, you can get even higher resolution data if you build a simple dish antenna. While it is entirely possible to just hand-hold the antenna with a cell phone strapped to the back to show you where to point, it's just as easy to buy a cheap used dish rotator and have the same software automatically track it for you. Once you get into decoding weather data, it's just a simple hop, skip and a jump to learning how to send signals to amateur radio satellites or even the ISS. And all you need is a Technician license! PUBLIC CONFIRMED Creator Talk https://cfp.hamvillage.org/dc33/talk/WQCSSC/ Ham Radio Village (W321) hamster PUBLISH GU38CM@@cfp.hamvillage.org

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Ham Radio Exams en

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Ham Radio Exams

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"Can it Ham" Contest en

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"Can it Ham" Contest

-UXAAGL

Ham Radio Fox Hunt en

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Ham Radio Fox Hunt