Every Thursday evening at 8pm the Crew of 146.985 W3GMS/R get together on air to host a weekly informal net with varying hosts and topics
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Every Monday Evening at 8pm Eastern Time, the W3GMS/R Crew get together on the repeater at 146.985Mhz and discuss technical questions and sometimes do lessons related to Ham Radio for newer Operators to learn from experienced Elmers. The Workbench was set up to be a safe place for any technical questions to get asked and good answers to be given.
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July 10th 2025 #467 - NA3CW | W3GMS Roundtable
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🗓️ Roundtable Summary – July 10, 2025 Host: Chuck, NA3CW Repeater: W3GMS – 146.985 MHz (PL 100 Hz, Tone Squelch 94.8 Hz) Topic: “What is your favorite season and why? And what are your favorite summertime activities?” 🌤 General Discussion Highlights: Favorite Seasons: The overwhelming favorites were spring and fall due to mild temperatures, reduced…
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July 7th 2025 #259 - Slot antennas, lightning protection, and ham travel ops | W3GMS Workbench
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Host: Wayne, KC3SQI Topic Focus: Slot antennas, lightning protection, and ham travel ops Location: W3GMS 146.985 MHz Repeater – Parkesburg, PA (PL 100.0 Hz TX / 94.8 Hz RX) 🧵 General Highlights Warm welcome to new and returning stations like Phil (KA1PXZ) and visitors from Vermont and Massachusetts. Field Day leftovers: Many ops are still packing u…
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July 3rd 2025 #466 NA3CW | W3GMS Roundtable
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In this Independence Day edition of the W3GMS Roundtable, Chuck (NA3CW) unexpectedly steps in to host after a brief mix-up in scheduling. The group reflects on last weekend’s Field Day activities, sharing stories of great contacts, family involvement, high visitor turnout, and some humorous anecdotes—including using antenna ladder line to repair an…
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June 30 2025 #258 - Field Day Wrap-Up, Antenna Experiments, and Rotor Advice | W3GMS Workbench
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Host: Ron WA3VEE In this Field Day follow-up edition of the 985 Workbench Net, operators reflect on a successful weekend packed with radio fun, new experiences, and even a few Scrapple-fueled mornings. We welcome several voices fresh from the field, including newcomers sharing their first HF contacts and long-timers offering encouragement and war s…
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June 23 2025 #257 - Field Day Prep and Amp Issues | W3GMS Workbench
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Host: Chuck – NA3CW 🔧 General Discussion Highlights Field Day Prep and Aftermath Ron (WA3VEE) finalized logistics and hardware prep, including satellite gear on a resurrected ThinkPad. Multiple operators discussed storm damage, downed trees, and power outages affecting setup. KC3SQI shared tower work and parts sourcing from “Homeless Depot.” KC3OOK…
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June 19th 2025 #465 - W3MFB | W3GMS Roundtable
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🧵 General Discussion Highlights Host W3MFB opened with a reminder about AllStar/EchoLink check-ins, repeater etiquette, and local power issues. He ran the session off battery power due to flickering mains. N4MRW participates in a few VHF nets in Raleigh, NC when work allows. HF is currently unavailable at his QTH. W3JAM reminisced about past traffi…
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June 16th 2025 #256 - Coax and Microphone Projects | W3GMS Workbench
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Host: Greg (W3DIB) Theme: Field Day Prep, Coax Projects, and Microphone Cable Woes 🔧 Technical Questions Q1: Straightening Coiled Mic Cables (N3RBN) Paul asked if there’s a reliable way to straighten the coiled section of an RJ-style microphone cable to reterminate it. Responses included: Chuck (NA3CW) and others suggested buying a cheap knockoff m…
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June 12th 2025 #464 - AF3Z| W3GMS Roundtable
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Host: Jim (AF3Z) Topic: Operating Style – Chair, Snacks, and Listening Habits Theme: “What’s your ham shack comfort setup?” 🗣️ General Highlights Jim (AF3Z) kicked off the net with a fun “lifestyle” prompt: What kind of chair do you sit in while operating? Do you keep food or drink in the shack? Do you mostly listen or get on the air and make conta…
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June 9th 2025 #255 - Allstar, Field Day, 6m Portable Power | W3GMS Workbench
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Net Control: Jim, AF3Z 📻 General Discussion Highlights AllStar Node Successes & Issues: W1RC and others shared recent work bringing AllStar nodes online. W3MFB and KC3WWC noted difficulty connecting from mobile setups or behind hotspots. Reminder to ensure EchoLink/AllStar registration through the repeater website. Field Day Preparation: WA3VE disc…
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June 5th 2025 - #463 - KC3CIB | W3GMS Roundtable
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W3GMS Thursday Night Roundtable Recap – June 5, 2025 This week's roundtable, hosted by Phil (KC3CIB), centered on a practical and universally relevant topic: two-meter antennas. Participants were invited to share what antennas they currently use, whether they’d recommend them to others, and any personal preferences or insights. Antenna Talk Highlig…
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June 2nd 2025 #254 - Shortwave and Getting Started on 10M | W3GMS Workbench
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Workbench Roundtable Summary – June 2, 2025 Net Control: Mike, W3MOW Repeater: 146.985 MHz W3GMS The Monday Night Workbench on 146.985 was hosted by W3MOW and saw a healthy round of participation from local and remote stations alike. After a round of check-ins, general comments took center stage, followed by a couple of well-explored technical ques…
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May 29th 2025 #462 - K3YVQ | W3GMS Roundtable
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This week's roundtable, hosted by Jack (K3YVQ), featured a lively discussion on two light-hearted prompts: “If you could change your name, what would it be and why?” and “What are you looking forward to as the weather warms up?” Participants shared thoughtful, funny, and personal reflections, with some diving into family heritage, adoption stories,…
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