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WHAT'S YOUR PLAN B WHEN COMMUNICATIONS FAIL? 📻

What happens when the power goes out, cell towers stop working, and the internet goes down? Would you and your family still be able to communicate?

In this episode of The Ham Radio Guy Podcast, Marvin Turner, W0MET, welcomes Chris Leming from Sentinel Resilience to discuss emergency preparedness, communications resilience, and why every family and amateur radio operator should have a PACE communications plan.

PACE stands for:
 P – Primary: Your everyday communication method

 A – Alternate: Your first backup when primary communications fail

 C – Contingency: Another reliable option when your backups aren't working

 E – Emergency: Your last-resort communication method

We explore how amateur radio, GMRS, satellite communications, and other technologies fit into a practical emergency communications strategy.

 IN THIS EPISODE:

Why relying solely on cell phones can be dangerous during emergencies

Understanding the four levels of a PACE communications plan

How amateur radio plays a critical role in emergency preparedness

Building a family emergency communications plan

Why having multiple radios doesn't necessarily mean you have a reliable backup

Lessons in communications independence and resilience

Practical steps you can take today to prepare for tomorrow

Whether you're a licensed amateur radio operator, a preparedness enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to keep their family connected during an emergency, this conversation is for you.

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In this episode of The Ham Radio Guy Podcast, we're joined by Lynn from Lynovation to explore the innovative CTR series of amateur radio control devices and how they can enhance your ham radio operating experience.

Whether you're looking to improve your ham shack setup, simplify radio control, or discover new technology for amateur radio, this is a conversation you won't want to miss! In this episode, we discuss:

The story behind Lynovation and the CTR devices

What the CTR series is designed to do

How these devices fit into a modern ham radio shack

Features and capabilities for amateur radio operators

Ideas for improving your station's operating experience

What's next for Lynovation

Are these the kinds of devices that could make your ham shack more enjoyable to operate? Watch the interview and decide for yourself!

 

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We’re going back to one of the early episodes of The Ham Radio Guy Podcast with the legendary Bob Heil. Bob breaks down why audio matters so much in amateur radio, what makes a station sound good, and some of the common mistakes operators make with microphones and audio setup.

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Can amateur radio really send pictures without the internet or cellular service? In this episode of The Ham Radio Guy Podcast, Marvin WØMET explores Slow-Scan Television (SSTV) and explains how ham radio operators transmit and receive images using ordinary radio signals.

We’ll cover popular SSTV modes, common HF and VHF frequencies, basic station setup, and software options such as Black Cat SSTV for macOS and MMSSTV for Windows. You’ll also learn the advantages and disadvantages of each program, how to improve image quality, and what you need to receive special SSTV transmissions from the International Space Station.

Whether you’re completely new to SSTV or looking for a better way to send pictures over amateur radio, this episode will help you get started.

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• How SSTV works
• Black Cat SSTV vs. MMSSTV
• Popular SSTV modes and frequencies
• Mac and Windows software
• SSTV station setup and operating tips
• Receiving SSTV images from the ISS
• Common audio and image-quality problems

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