New Year's Eve!
Returning to the countryside
Set aside time to connect with ISS users across the entire HAM radio community.
Then I was reported!
The village secretary came to investigate, and I could tell he suspected something was wrong. He took a photo of me using the radio, and kept asking me questions. I honestly couldn't keep up, because the ISS was passing overhead, and I was just trying to explain (and also confirm that two HAMs were present). When I only spoke in English, he became even more suspicious. After a while, we chatted, and finally he recognized me (I hadn't been home recently), and said that the police station would contact me. I replied calmly that it was fine, and they could come anytime.
As expected, they called me. Okay, let's do it!
A police officer and two auxiliary officers arrived to inspect my equipment. I presented the relevant documents and requested that both officers be present, but the uncle said that only one person was on duty. Okay, it's a major holiday, and he didn't even show me the documents.
I showed my uncle the equipment and asked him what I was using it for. Then, I explained that ISS (International Shortwave) allows communication via amateur radio, specifically for training purposes. I then asked who I was communicating with, and he confirmed that I could contact anyone through ISS. I also inquired about how to communicate in English, and he explained the use of letters and codes. Fortunately, he also uses a police radio and is familiar with this method. However, he didn't know anything about business-related amateur radio.
Then, I started a presentation on amateur radio, explaining its role in activities such as disaster relief, and emphasizing that I am a licensed operator. I then asked him to show me his license. He explained the licensing process and the issuing authority. My uncle was genuinely surprised to learn about amateur radio. I advised him to contact the local regulatory authority (无委) for more information on policies and regulations, and to call me if he had any further questions.
After Uncle left, I should go to the village committee and find the secretary (depending on which direction he was heading).
I should be the first person in our village to legally use a ham radio.