The Networking and Eyeball QSO started with High Tea Sponsored by VU2SIJ President VU2RCP
OM Parth shared his experience of recent Fox Hunt conducted at CoEP Pune
He also shared latest updates on “BoxVox” cost effective interface under assembly and delayed due to non availability of IC
VU2MSB, OM Milind Sir, provided a comprehensive masterclass on net etiquette, detailing the precise protocols and procedural discipline required to manage a frequency effectively. His guidance serves as a definitive blueprint for both Net Controllers and participants to ensure structured, clear, and professional exchanges during our evening UHF net on the VU2DYQ repeater.
VU3IZK OM Ranga gave Presentation on Hams and Weather stations
Hams and Weather have been closely connected for several decades.
Amateur radio operators use weather stations to collect and share real-time weather data through networks like APRS as well as on-the-ground reports using their radios to communicate vital information during storms.
This presentation was focused on rainfall, its effect on a Watershed, the water flows leading to potential floods and thus how Weather stations can be sited optimally and networked for detecting floods and provide early warning.
An important topic as part of Pune Hams building our own APRS
VU2FD’s APRS Kit was on display
http://foxdelta.com/products/foxview.htm
Every one watched it curiously
OM Manish VU3IFQ shared a sample of ID card for Pune Hams VU2RCP
After relevant changes, we will make ID card for every one including SWLs
The Eyeball QSO ended with vote of thanks🙏
The Next Eyeball QSO will be on Sun 2nd Nov 2025. The presentation will be by MiT Ham club
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