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Raspberry Pi and "Pi-Star" Software
This SIG is for anything related to using a Raspberry Pi micro computer for setting up and using Digital "HotSpots".
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OVARC Monthly Raffles
NOTE: On meeting nights, ticket purchases through PayPal must be completed by 7:15 pm. Purchases after 7:15 pm will go toward the
following month’s raffle.
Raffle Prizes to Choose From:
(Click on each picture for a full description, and to view a Link to details for each item):
 A multi-functional Morse device (Keyer, Trainer, Decoder, even Transceiver etc.). It is ideal for learning and practicing Morse code, useful for everybody from beginner to high-speed pro. It is a kit, but easy to build, even for first-time kit builders, so long as you follow the instructions carefully. It comes with capacitive touch paddles, but also supports external paddles and an external straight key. |  Power unit, 1 channel with soldering iron WEP 70 and safety rest PH 70 70 W solder iron with ergonomic handle and providing toolless tip change ESD safe station, iron and heat-resistant silicon cable for safe handling |  RIGrunner is the most convenient and safest way to connect all of your 12 volt equipment to a power source. It uses the excellent Anderson Powerpole® connectors, standardizing all of your 12VDC connections. This RIGrunner is available with top mounted Powerpole® connectors. 40 amp 12VDC continuous duty with 8 outlets Precision voltage monitoring with visual/audible alarm for over and under voltage |
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 Code Warrior Jr. paddle, standard ECO-BLACK powdercoated finish. |  The X50A is an excellent choice when ruggedness is required. Special Features: Fiberglass radome Stainless steel hardware Wide band performance Factory adjusted - no tuning required High wind rating DC grounded Specifications: Band: 2m/70cm Gain (dB): 4.5/7.2 Max Power Rating: 200 Wind Rating: 135mph (no ice) Height (feet): 5.6 Connector: UHF Element Phasing: 3-1/4wave, 3-5/8wave |  The Powerpole Bag includes the best Powerpole Crimping tool for 15/30/45 amp contacts with 150 piece assorted 15/30/45 Powerpole connectors in a handy clear organizer case, packaged inside an oversized nylon bag to hold all of your Powerpole gear. |
 Yaesu FT-65R Dual-Band VHF/UHF HT. 5 Watts, Rapid Charger Included |  SignaLink USB Sound Card. (Model SL-USB-4R). The best sound card add-on for older radios that do not have an audio interface built in. With appropriate software, most digital modes are supported including: FT8, PSK31, JT65, WSPR, WINMOR, VARA, RTTY, SSTV and more. Use may require the purchase of a cable specific to your radio. |  RSP1A - Radio Spectrum Processor 14 Bit SDR Receiver/includes SDR-UNO Software. |
 144-148 / 430-450 MHz Dual Band 2.4/5.5 dBd Gain Antenna - Black - NMO Base (NOTE: Includes 5 Inch Magnetic NMO Mount - Black - 17 Feet of RG-8X W/PL-259 Connector) |  NanoVNA-H4 Vector Network Analyzer 10kHZ-1.5GHz Antenna analyzer 4" TOUCHSCREEN HF/VHF/UHF Antenna Analyzer Very small, will fit in your shirt pocket 1950 mAh battery included Connect to Android phone ABS case: 75mm x 133mm x 18mm (excluding protrusions) Measurement frequency: 10KHz -1.5GHz RF output: 0dbm (+-2dbm) Measurement range: 70dB (50kHz-300MHz), 60dB (300M-900MHz), 40dB(0.9G-1.5GHz)); Port SWR: < 1.1 Display: 3.9 |  Bioenno Power Lithium Iron Phosphate 12V, 12Ah Battery |
 Alpha Delta, Delta4B Coax Switch. 4 POSITION COAX SWITCH W/SO-239 CONNECTORS. New precision machined switch shaft and quadrant rotating mechanism for more accurate and stable switching performance. Higher strength, lower resistance silver bearing solder. Increased housing durability and abrasion resistance with powder coat finish. New brass ARC-PLUG |
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