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W1DVR

Ham operator GMRS operator
San Diego, CA.

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About


I got into radio at 36 here in San Diego, starting out with GMRS before making the jump into ham radio. What pulled me in was the mix of technology, learning, and the simple fun of making real connections over the air.


Once I got interested, I started studying for my license and went down the rabbit hole of frequencies, propagation, gear, and operating practices. Since then, radio has become one of those hobbies that keeps opening new doors, there’s always something new to learn, build, or try.


Being in San Diego makes it even better. Between the local radio community and the amazing spot on the coast, it’s been a great place to get on the air and keep exploring what this hobby can do.


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📻 Radio details

License

General

Location

San Diego

Equipment

Yaesu FT-991A | Yaesu FT-891 | TYT TH-9800D | President Lincoln II+ | Motorola MCS2000

Bands

20m2m70cm

Modes

SSBFM

Station types

PortableMobileHam Shack

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Posts & profile updates (113)

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Jul 28, 2025

Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2491 for Friday, July 25th, 2025

Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2491 for Friday, July 25th, 2025

https://www.arnewsline.org/news/2025/7/24/amateur-radio-newsline-report-2491-for-friday-july-25th-2025

https://www.arnewsline.org/s/Report2491.mp3

  • - FCC EYES SPECTRUM AUCTION, EMERGENCY-ALERT OVERHAUL
  • - ORGANIZERS CONDUCT FIELD TESTING AT WRTC SITE
  • - SILENT KEY: DAVID COURT, EI3IO, INFLUENCED SHAPE OF AMATEUR SPECTRUM

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    Jun 27, 2025

    📻 TIDRADIO TD-H3 – 1 Year Later

    I’ve been using the TD-H3 as my daily carry for the past year, and here’s a quick review based on real use:

    👍 What I Like:

    Compact and durable – fits in the pocket, holds up well

    Color screen – bright and easy to read

    USB-C charging – super convenient, charges fast anywhere

    Battery life – I get 2+ days per charge

    Multi-band receive – VHF, UHF, air band, FM, NOAA, etc.

    Bluetooth + app programming – makes updates quick and easy

    CHIRP support – works great for bulk edits and backups

    👎 What Could Be Better:

    Scan speed is a bit

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    #Gear Handheld
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    Jun 27, 2025

    CHIRP – Free Radio Programming Software

    If you're tired of programming your radio by hand, check out CHIRP – a free, open-source app that works on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

    You can:
    Program BaoFeng, Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood, Retevis, and more

    Import repeaters, weather, and GMRS channels

    Save, edit, and back up your radio settings

    Copy/paste frequencies like a spreadsheet

    You’ll need a programming cable, but once you’re set up, it makes life way easier.

    Download it here:

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    #Radio Apps Software
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    Jun 16, 2025

    Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2485 for Friday, June 13th, 2025

    Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2485 for Friday, June 13th, 2025

    https://www.arnewsline.org/news/2025/6/12/amateur-radio-newsline-report-2485-for-friday-june-13th-2025

    DDOWNLOAD MP3:
    https://www.arnewsline.org/s/Report2485.mp3

  • - SPECIAL EVENT IN IRAN HIGHLIGHTS PERSIAN GULF HISTORY
  • - INDIANA EMCOMM GROUP SWITCHES FROM ANALOG FM TO DIGITAL
  • - WHIDBEY ISLAND BROADENS ITS RADIO SAFETY

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    Jun 10, 2025

    Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2484 for Friday, June 6th, 2025

    Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2484 for Friday, June 6th, 2025

    https://www.arnewsline.org/news/2025/6/5/amateur-radio-newsline-report-2484-for-friday-june-6th-2025

    https://www.arnewsline.org/s/Report2484.mp3

  • - 2 FCC COMMISSIONERS LEAVING AGENCY
  • - STEPP-IR TO END AMATEUR ANTENNA PRODUCTION
  • - WEATHER RADIO STATIONS GO OFF AIR FOR UPDATES
  • - DXPEDITION TEAM RETURNS TO SABLE

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    #Off Topic #Videos-Podcasts
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