The RRI First Quarter, 2018 EMCOMM Exercise is now in the record books. Despite very poor band conditions, we received traffic from throughout the Continental United States. We even received traffic from a REACT unit in Trinidad! The exercise provided a realistic test of field expedient stations under less than ideal RF propagation conditions. Here […]
The latest edition of the “QNI Newsletter” is now available at the QNI web site: https://qninewsletterdotnet.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/qni-2018-4.pdf As always, all back issues are available for your review at: www.qni-newsletter.net
Radio Relay International was the topic of discussion on this recent episode of “Ham Radio Now.” The entire interview featuring Joe Ames (W3JY) and James Wades (WB8SIW) is available on YouTube at:
In response to numerous requests from the traffic community, the RRI Board of Directors has prepared a proposed policy document entitled “Recommended Practices for Management of Bulk Message Traffic.” This is a draft document only. Comments are due by May 1, 2018. Please take a few moments to review the document and offer your input. […]
The results are in! RRI networks scored a perfect 100-percent accuracy rate across 1349 data points in the recent joint RRI-REACT emergency communications exercise. Average message propagation time through the network was 19-minutes between the control station in Michigan and the four locations in California, Kentucky, Massachusetts and Texas. This included the time allocated for […]
A new fillable radiogram blank is now available. RRI Form 1801 is a downloadable PDF file, which allows one to populate and print a professional looking 8.5 by 11 inch radiogram form for delivery. It includes a “frequently asked questions” page, which explains the purpose of the radiogram. It is also designed for double-sided printing […]
The latest issue of the QNI Newsletter is now available for download at: https://qninewsletterdotnet.files.wordpress.com/2018/02/qni-2018-2.pdf This issue includes a wide variety of information of interest to radio amateurs. Articles include: RRI First Quarter EMCOMM Exercise The Big Chill Some Thoughts on HF Mobile Thoreau’s 201st Birthday Radiograms Priority Entry Points Backpacking with Pocket-sized Shortwave Radio The Vibroplex […]
Radio Relay International is proud to announce its new mentoring program. Radio Relay International registered radio operators are invited to submit a mentor application. They will then be assigned to new operators who wish to become proficient in traffic net operations. Mentors should exhibit the highest standards in decorum, courtesy and operating practices. When applying […]
Radio Relay International now has its own official call sign: W6RRI – Listen for W6RRI during net operations, disaster operations and other public service events. We may even activate it occasionally for contests and special events. It is hoped that “W6RRI” will become synonymous with Radio Relay International and represent the highest standards in operating procedures, […]
Radio Relay International is pleased to announce its First Quarter, 2018 EMCOMM Exercise. Traffic handlers, EMCOMM volunteers and radio amateurs in general will find this exercise interesting. It emphasizes portable field operation combined with basic message handling skills. It’s a great opportunity to demonstrate the survivable characteristics of Amateur Radio networks in a public setting. […]