W3KH – John Crockett

It is with deep regret that we inform you of the passing of John Crockett, W3KH. After a long bout with cancer, John passed peacefully this morning, surrounded by his beloved family and wife, Karen. John and Karen had their 40th wedding anniversary on Sunday. Amateur radio and emergency communications had no greater advocate in … Read more

SC HEART Net and SC Statewide ARES Net Preambles

SCHEART Healthcare Emergency Net Preamble MARCH 1, 2013 Good Morning/Evening, welcome to the SCHEART Healthcare Emergency Training Net. This is a directed Net. In an actual healthcare event, a net could be activated to provide redundant communications for hospitals and other ESF-8 health and medical agencies. Acting as your net control operator today is Name. … Read more

Ten Tips to Make You a Better Communicator

1. Ensure your transceiver is working. 2. Ensure your microphone is located where it won’t be keyed accidentally. 3. Ensure you are tuned to the proper frequency. 4. Don’t “ker-chunk” the repeater. 5. Ensure you know how to set the CTCSS (PL tone) without the manual. 6. Pause a second before speaking. 7. Communicate Clearly. … Read more