For HAMs who want to experience direct, local communication in Hangzhou, try using 145.100 MHz (please do not set a muting function).
Between dinner and midnight, friendly radio stations were reportedly being monitored in areas such as Liangzhu, Linping, Dingqiao, Xiaoshan, Binjiang, and the traditional downtown area.
There are currently over 40 active partners (estimated based on recent offline events and frequency of "nominations").
To ensure a response to your call, please follow the Comtac guidelines.
If the call does not include your station's identifier or if you insert a preceding communication, it may be impossible to receive a response from the other station.
When using a handheld device, please raise it to an optimal height and continuously adjust its position to find the best receiving and transmitting location and posture (yes, this includes posture).
To ensure optimal audio quality, please maintain a distance of 1.5 to 3 centimeters between the microphone and your mouth, but avoid blowing directly into the microphone.
(In simpler terms, you can rest your hand on your chin or cheek while holding the phone.)
If you would like to join the local Direct Connect Alliance group, please continue reading.
There are many HAM (amateur radio) groups in Hangzhou that focus on different areas, and each group has its own specific rules for joining.
The frequency of 145.100 MHz has gradually become more active since October 2022.
Some friendly stations spontaneously organized a direct communication group on April 6, 2023, to facilitate communication and exchange among themselves.
The current method of joining a group involves direct communication with existing members in the group, who then send an invitation to join.
The current group announcement content is:
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Welcome everyone! This is a live stream for the V segment. To join the group, please note your call sign and QTH.
Welcome everyone! This is a live stream for the V segment. To join the group, please note your call sign and QTH.
Welcome everyone! This is a live stream for the V segment. To join the group, please note your call sign and QTH.
Channel 1: 145.100 MHz, no sub-audible tones
Channel 2: 145.300 MHz, no sub-audible tones
Channel 3: 145.500 MHz, no subcarrier
Channel 4: 145.150 MHz, C4 mode, all frequencies.
Channel 5: 145.350 MHz, D-Star mode, simplex communication
Channel 6: 145.400 MHz, P25 mode, interoperable
Channel 7: 145.550 MHz, DMR mode, simplex communication
Channel 8: 145.023, CW mode, general use.
Channel 9: Image transmission in SSTV mode at 144.900 MHz
This group prohibits discussions about non-hobbyist frequency bands such as aviation, rail, and maritime frequencies.
Uphold the traditional spirit of amateur radio, which emphasizes "consideration, loyalty, ambition, friendliness, moderation, and patriotism."
1. The purpose of our group initiative is to connect people, not simply to increase membership numbers.
2. Considering that different age groups have different primary responsibilities, we generally do not recruit students in high school and below.
3. This group primarily consists of members from Hangzhou and surrounding areas; it is not recommended for temporary visitors to Hangzhou to join.
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The group is simply a platform for communication.
I wish all of you who are interested in amateur radio can find a path that suits your interests and skills.
And also, I had a pleasant time in Hangzhou.
VY 73
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